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Volume 1, Issue 1

August, 2014

Welcome to the
2014—2015 School Year

Welcome to the 2014—2015 school year. We have interesting projects, writing, photograph analysis, study skills, historical reenactments, planned for this year.
Our class will focus on study skills, writing, and analysis of primary documents. One of the challenges that we have found our students encounter in the seventh grade is time management with juggling either a full schedule of classes and/or extracurricular activities. We will address this topic in class and give your child as much support as we can. Your guidance may be needed in the first two to three months of the school year to help us through this transition.
Students who need help mastering a concept, or help with a project/homework may choose to attend tutoring on Monday or Thursday before school (7:45—8:15 a.m.). Please contact me if additional tutoring time needs to be arranged. If you have questions or concerns, please let me know.
Topics we will cover this year:
Natural Texas and Its People
Age of Contact
Spanish Colonial
Mexican National
Revolution and Republic
Early Statehood
Texas in the Civil War and Reconstruction
Cotton, Cattle and Railroads
Age of Oil
Texas in the Great Depression and World War II
Civil Rights and Conservatism
Contemporary Texas Era
Information available on the HGMS website and my webpage:
http://garceo.weebly.com
Grades
Lesson plans (including test dates)
Links related to topics of study
Test study guides, project rubrics/ instructions

Grading Policies:
50% daily work, quizzes,
homework
50% tests, projects,

Expectations

Texas History

Student Binders will be used on a daily basis for note taking and keeping student work. They will be kept in the classroom but may be taken home to study for tests.
Parent Connection
I encourage parents/guardians to monitor their child’s work by checking parent connection weekly for current grades and missing assignments.
Homework
Students will have assignments to complete at home at least once a week. These may consist of readings, questions, maps, document analysis, test reviews, preparation for quizzes, etc.
Textbooks
Texas history classes will be using class sets instead of issuing textbooks to students. However, parents may request a textbook to be checked out to their child from the front office if there is a need to have one at home.
Required School Supplies:
1 &1/2” Clear view 3-ring binder with side pockets
Dividers with tabs (Pkg 5)
The items listed above will be kept in your child’s classroom.
Students will occasionally need colored pencils at home to complete homework.
Mr. Arceo’s Teacher / Classroom Wish List
Air Fresheners
12-24pk Colored Pencils
Pencil sharpeners with lids
Kleenex/Tissues

Dr. Hector Garcia Middle School

Contact and Notification
Projects, test dates and other important information will be posted on my webpage as soon as the dates are available. The fastest way to contact me is by email. Please provide me with an email address or phone number.
My conference period:
7th period 2:10-2:40 p.m.
Room P218A
210-397-8440 ext. 3196
guillermo.arceo@nisd.net

HGMS late work policy states, “Students have two days to complete and turn in missing assignments without penalty to their grade.” After the two day grace period for late work, any work turned in on the 3rd or 4th day after the due date, will result in a 25 point deduction to their earned grade with the highest possible grade being an 75. Any late work turned in after the 4th day will result in a zero.
Test Retake Policy
Test retakes will be offered for test grades below 74, but the highest grade that could be obtained on a retake is 75.

LATE WORK POLICY

Students are encouraged to bring in their electronic devices (ipads, kindles, phones, laptops, etc.) to use for student learning in the classroom. Students will be responsible for their own devices at all times. Also students will be able to access NISD’s Wi-Fi services for internet access.
Join us on Monday, September 15 from 6:00—8:00 p.m. for our Hector Garcia
Parent Tech Night to learn about exciting
technology opportunities for your child!

I will be using Edmodo as an additional communication tool this year. Edmodo is a free and secure learning network for teachers, students, and schools. It provides a safe way for us to connect, share content, access homework, participate in discussions, and
receive class information. Sign up now at www.nisd.edmodo.com
Group Code: tru25f

Remind101

TECHNOLOGY

Stay connected with Mr. Arceo’s Texas History classes with Remind101. I will be able to send you information on upcoming tests, due dates, etc. relating to the class.
If you are in my Pre-AP TX History class, text @TXpreAP to (469) 352-2534
If you are in my TX History class, text @MrArceo to (469) 352-2534