WORLD GEOGRAPHY SYLLABUS

MENCHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL


CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS



Coach Chappell

World Geography

Email: Christopher.chappell@nn.k12.va.us

Social Studies Dept. phone: 886-7722 ext. 45636



Overview: World Geography is an inter-disciplinary course that encompasses a wide range of skills and knowledge including geology, anthropology, economics, and regional studies. These components make the course exciting and versatile, as well as extremely demanding. The course is divided into two main themes, theory and application. The first semester will cover the theory of geography and includes: physical, human, economic, and cultural geography. During the second semester these theories will be applied to the different regions and countries of the world. World Geography is important for two reasons: It is required by the Virginia Standards of Learning in order to graduate High School, but more importantly it provides the student with a fundamental understanding of the world, and the many diverse and interesting cultures that live in it.



Supplies needed. Classroom Rules:

3 Ring Binder 1. Bring yourself

Pencil/pen and supplies to class on time each

Colored pencils (12 pack) day(notebook checks are part of the class grade).

2. Raise your hand to be called on. 3. Demonstrate respect for yourself and your classmates.



Consequences for Rule Infractions:

1. Warning

2. Teacher and student conference

3. Parental Contact

4. Administrative/Guidance Referral











Grading Scale:

A 90-100

B 80-89

C 70-79

D 60-69

F Below 60





Academic Expectations: All students should strive for academic excellence. I believe that all students can be successful if they apply themselves.



-Students are expected to complete their work individually unless otherwise instructed.



-Make up work will be issued for absent students. Students are to pick up make up work from the “Make up Work” folder. It is to be completed within 5 days of the students return. Full credit will be given for make up work completed on time, for excused absences.



-The grades will be broken into the following:

Tests – 40%

Quizzes – 25%

Assignments – 25%

9 Weeks Test- 10%



-Extra help is available and I encourage all students to speak with me if they are having problems. Certain times will be arranged throughout the year for additional help.





Interim Reports Issued Report Cards Issued

1st Marking Period-Oct. 7

2nd Marking Period-Dec.11

3rd Marking Period-Mar.3

4th Marking Period-May 12 1st Marking Period-Nov.13

2nd Marking Period-Feb.4

3rd Marking Period-Apr.22

4th Marking Period-Mailed









Menchville High School

World Geography, Coach Chappell



To the student:



I understand both the academic and behavioral expectations for Coach Chappell’s World Geography class as outlined in the syllabus. I agree by all class rules and procedures.



*Print Students Name ____________________________________

Student’s signature:_____________________________________Date:____________



To the parent: I look forward to working with you throughout the school year in order to help your child pass the class and the Standard of Learning test at the end of the year. I will do my best to keep in touch with you via email, letters, or phone. Here are some important dates that may be of interest to you:



Interim Reports Issued Report Cards Issued

1st Marking Period-Oct. 7

2nd Marking Period-Dec.11

3rd Marking Period-Mar.3

4th Marking Period-May 12 1st Marking Period-Nov.13

2nd Marking Period-Feb.4

3rd Marking Period-Apr.22

4th Marking Period-Mailed



The interim and report cards are given to the students during 1st period. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to bring them home to you. If you do not see these interims or report cards, please contact me and I will make you a copy. If a student is getting a D or F there will be a box checked requesting a parent teacher conference. If this is the case please call me. I understand that you may be busy but often these issues can be resolved over the phone.



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