US History Mr. Helms 2013 Room 801 Hello and welcome to US History.

I am excited to get started on the path of showing you all how relevant and inspiring history can be in your everyday lives. An understanding of the story of the United States is important in understanding both who we are as a common people and where we are going in the future. This year you will develop a new appreciation for history through an understanding of how past events have ultimately shaped both the world you live in and the lives you lead. I look forward to a great year and with your help I hope to show you how pertinent history can be in promoting understanding of not only the world around you but also the people you interact with every day. I hope to have no discipline problems in my class and expect that you will come to class everyday ready to learn, with respect to not only myself as the teacher and a person, but also to those around you, your environment, and yourself. **HOWEVER** When in the rare occasion there is a problem, there is a plan. Discipline Plan: W-Warning D-Detention O-Office Referral **WDO is in effect for one week at a time and does not rollover. For example, if I have to warn you on Monday and then have to address you again on Thursday, you will receive detention on Thursday. At the end of the week, WDO starts over. Rules: 1. Enter the room respectfully and be in your seat when the bell rings. 2. Bring all necessary materials to class daily, i.e. books, pens/pencils, paper, and brain. 3. No personal grooming get right before class. 4. No food or drinks allowed in class. (Water is ok) 5. No electronic devices, be respectful. Disciplinary procedures will be followed per the Page High rules on electronic devices. 6. ASK QUESTIONS, GET INVOLVED!!!

Procedures: 1. When you come to class, find your seat. Do not stand outside in the hallway or block the doorway. 2. Once seated, quietly begin the first assignment which will always be found either on the board or on the overhead screen. 3. The days agenda will always be found on the board under the days date. 4. A notebook is required for this class. This notebook must be maintained and organized and will be graded at random. Grading: -Test/Projects-30% -Quizes-25% -Notebook-20% -Classwork-15% -Homework-10% Supplies Needed: -paper -pens/pencils -3 ring binder/spiral notebook Policies: 1. You are responsible for work missed when you are absent. If you miss an announced quiz or test, you will make it up on the day that you return to class. Other homework or classwork must be made up within 3 days of your absence. Please see me at an appropriate time for your work. 2. When you are absent you must bring a note from a doctor or parent/guardian to get it excused within 3 days. Failure to do this may disqualify you for exam exemption in this class. 3. Three tardies equals one absence. 4. Do not pack up until notified to do so. Remain in your seats until the bell rings. 5. Never copy another students work. This will result in a zero for the both of you. 6. Plagiarism is against the law, end of story. I have read and understand the discipline plan, rules, procedures and policies for this class. _____________________________ (Students Signature) _____________________________ (Parent/Guardians Signature)

Mr. K. W. Helms Jr.