American History - 43112X0 - S1 - Ray Jr. - 3(A)

American History – Fall, 2023

Franklinton High School

Coach Ray – Room 738

 

Parents and students:

 

            I am pleased to welcome you to Franklinton High School and to American History, which is a comprehensive look at our unique history.  American History will begin with founding of America and its basic principles through all major events until present. Students will learn the economics behind the founding of our great country and key concepts from the; Colonial America, American Revolution, US Constitution, Civil War, Industrialization, WWI, WWII, the Cold War and many more.  There will be a final exam which will comprise 20% of the final grade; students will be expected to perform at a high level throughout the semester. Because of this we will be need to be focused and begin class with a GREAT ATTITUDE.  I will do everything in my power to make the class informative and entertaining in order for the students to fully succeed in American History I and their remaining years at Franklinton High School.  If you ever have any questions or concerns about your child’s progress or just want to see how your child is doing please feel free to contact me at anytime.

 

Materials:

             Notebook

            Pen (Blue or Black) or Pencils

            ChromeBook

 

Grading Procedures for each Six Weeks:              Semester Final Grade:

 

            Test:                                        40%                 First Nine Weeks:                   40%

            Quizzes:                                  30%                 Second Nine Weeks:               40%

            Homework/Classwork:           30%                 NCFE - Final Exam                20%

            Total:                                       100%                                                               100%

 

 

Contact Information:

 

            Coach Donnie Ray

            Planning (Office Hours): 4th Block 1:30 – 3:00

            Email: donnieray@fscschools.net

            Phone: 919-494-2332 Ext: 238

           Classroom Rules:

            BE RESPECTFUL

                        To the teacher, fellow classmates.

                        Treat people as you want to be treated

            BE RESPONSIBLE

                        Take responsibility for your actions (NO EXCUSES)

                        Be on time

                        Be prepared

                        Be ready to work hard and succeed

 

Classroom Consequences:

            Please see Franklinton High School Student Handbook.

                       

Students will be required to participate daily in class discussions, group work, individual work and all projects.

 

DRESS CODE WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED – PLEASE READ THE DRESS CODE IN THE STUDENT HANDBOOK OR ASK A TEACHER OR ADMINSTRATOR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.

 

Homework: There will not be very much homework, however all homework must be turned in the next day or you will receive a zero (0).

 

Missed work:  If you miss any days of class YOU will be RESPONSIBLE for getting any materials that were missed and any assignments missed. 

 

Electronic devices are only allowed when permitted by me for educational purposes only.