7th Grade Utah

Studies
Centennial Middle School
Miss. Soerensen
801-370-4621 ext. 1333
kristins@provo.edu
www.soerensenhistory.weebly.com
Welcome to Utah Studies! In this great class we will learn about places, peoples and events in Utahs
storied history. We will learn about maps, Utahs geology, Native Americans, Immigration and Pioneers
past and present, National Parks and Monuments, current events and how to be an active member in our
community.
Course Materials:
Items needed in class everyday:
School Planner (supplied by the school)
Writing Notebook
Reading book (this can be from other classes or personal interest)
Pencil/Pen
Folder with pockets
Major Assignments:
In Class Research Projects
Immigrant Project
Utah Brochure
Utah ABC Picture Book
Grading Scale:
A = 93-100%
A- = 90-92%
B+ = 87-89%

B = 83-86%
B- = 80-82%
C+ = 77-79%

C = 73-76%
C- = 70-72%
I = Below 70%

*Citizenship is graded based on a students ability to follow classroom rules and turn in required work on
time. I am very aware that each student is unique and may require more time to complete work, this
accommodation will be applied as needed.
Grading Policy:
Each week we will have a five-point quiz covering material from previous classes. Students
missing a quiz or score 3 or lower on the quiz are encouraged to re-take the quiz any time before
or after school.
Students who score a lower than 70% on assignments or tests can retake them WITHIN ONE
WEEK before or after school.
Late Work Policy:
Students are expected to be prepared for class. Class work will generally be done in class, but
occasionally there will be homework.
If work is handed in late, the best a student can receive will be a 70% on the assignment.
Missing work can exclude students from in class activities.
Students will have one week from the due date to make up work missed on an excused absence for
full credit.
Students with unexcused absences/sluffing will not be allowed to make up missed work.
There will be at least one opportunity for extra credit per term.
Failing Policy
Students are expected to complete every assignment.
If a student does not complete an assignment, they will be given a 0, and the assignment will be
listed as an M (missing) for the assignments score.
Once a student reaches 3 missing or absent assignments, their grade may change to an I
(incomplete), until the work is made up.
Absence Policy:
The majority of learning and assignments are completed in class. Thus it is vital for each student
to be in class every day. It is the students responsibility to check the Class Binder to get the
assignments they may have missed. Students may meet with me before school or after school to
discuss any questions they may have regarding missed work. Because students generally have a
few days to a week to complete assignments, the existing due date will still apply. If a student feels
they need additional time to complete their assignment they may talk to me about it before hand to
make other arrangements.
Students with Disabilities:
If you have any disability that may keep you from successfully completing this course, please let
me know. Academic accommodations are granted for all students who have qualified, documented
disabilities. Services are coordinated with the student and instructor through the main office.
Cheating/Plagiarism:
Students caught plagiarizing or cheating will receive no credit for the assignment, and no make-up
will be given.
Tardy Policy:
Tardiness are not acceptable. You are considered tardy if you are not in your seat with your class
work out and ready when the bell rings.
Class Rules/Discipline:
All school rules/policies are enforced in this class. (Cell phones, dress code, etc.)
Students are expected to respect themselves, each other, the teacher, the classroom and school.
No swearing, bullying, inappropriate/disrespectful dress, language or actions.
Students are expected to be prepared with class supplies everyday.
No Food or Soda in class. Water and Gum is allowed. However if gum is heard or seen, the
privilege will be taken away. And only bottles with lids that stay on tight are allowed.
Do not interrupt lectures or the explaining of assignments to sharpen your pencil, or ask to use the
bathroom. Please take care of these things and others like them before class, or during class work
time.
Students will be given 2 hall passes per term. If they are not used, they can be turned in for extra
credit.

 Discipline/Interventions: (Depending on severity of the action)

1st Offense- Verbal warning.
2nd Offense- Talk outside the classroom/essay
3rd Offense- Lunch Detention & Parent phone call/email.
4th Offense- Parent, student, teacher and counselor meeting.
5th or more Offenses- Referred to the Administration.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or needs by phone, or the email listed at the top.
Make sure to use Powerschool to keep up to date with how your student is doing in class. You can access
Powerschool through the school website, www.cms.provo.edu. You received your students number and
the password is their birthday.

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