Grading: INFINITE CAMPUS (https://smhspogb.pvschools.net) is the grading program to
access student grades, progress, test schedule, messages from teacher and reasons for absences or
zeros.
KNOW YOUR CHILD'S PASSWORD AND MAKE IT A HABIT TO CHECK WEEKLY, FOR SOME DAILY.
How to use POGB: https://smhspogb.pvschools.net/ OR
Go to Shadow Mountain Web Page
PARENTS AND STUDENTS PLEASE UNDERSTAND:
IF THERE ARE NO GRADES LISTED OR THERE ARE 0 POSSIBLE POINTS AVAILABLE, THEN WE
EITHER FINISHED THAT UNIT IN A PREVIOUS QUARTER OR WE HAVE NOT FINISHED THE
ENTIRE UNIT FOR ME TO INPUT UNIT GRADES. IF YOU SEE ASSIGNMENTS OR UNITS LISTED,
THERE WILL BE NO GRADES BECAUSE WE HAVE NOT YET COVERED THAT UNIT OR I HAVE NOT
COMPLETED THE UNIT TO GRADE, OR THOSE GRADES ARE NOT IN YET. IF YOU SEE A ? OR A % GRADE
THAT TO MEANS NO UNIT, NO GRADE OR NO INSTRUCTION YET.
GRADING: THIS YEAR I WOULD LIKE TO USE A STANDARD BASED GRADING PROCEDURE. I HAVE
FOLLOWED THIS TYPE OF GRADING PROCEDURE BUT THIS YEAR I WANT TO BE SPECIFIC IN
EXPLAINING THE PROCEDURE.
STANDARD BASED GRADING IDENTIFIES A, B, C, D, F AS THEY RELATE TO MEETING MY EXPECTATIONS
BASED ON THE LEVEL OF ABILITY/PROFICIENCY OF EACH INDIVIDUAL STUDENT.
EXAMPLE: A-MET THE OBJECTIVE WITH PROFICIENCY, ACCURACY AND EXCELLENCE.
THAT IS BASED ON THE LEARNING STYLE, EFFORT AND SKILLS OF THAT INDIVIDUAL STUDENT.
AN A IS ACHIEVED BY MEETING THE OBJECTIVE (EXPECTATIONS SET), BUT NOT ALWAYS IN THE SAME
MANNER.
SIMPLY: ANY STUDENT CAN GET AN A IF THEY MEET THE EXPECTATIONS, BUT USING THEIR OWN
LEVEL OF LEARNING AND SKILLS.
TWO PEOPLE CAN CLIMB THE SAME MOUNTAIN USING DIFFERENT
METHODS AND BOTH CAN REACH THE TOP!!!
WORLD HISTORY COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title: World History
Required Text: "GUNS, GERMS AND STEEL" AUTHOR JARED DIAMOND
NOTE: PLEASE UNDERSTAND I DO NOT EXPECT ANY FAMILY TO GO OUT AND BUY A BOOK THEY CAN
NOT AFFORD. TRY FIRST TO BORROW, GET FROM A LIBRARY OR FRIEND, OR FIND ON-LINE FOR A
DISCOUNTED PRICE. AMAZON OR A USED BOOK SITE. IT IS ALWAYS LESS EXPENSIVE TO PURCHASE
THE BOOK ON-LINE FROM A DISCOUNTED BUSINESS. EACH YEAR I BUY A FEW COPIES MYSELF TO
HELP THOSE WHO NEED A BOOK.
IF YOU ARE WONDERING WHY I CHOOSE THIS BOOK FOR OUR YEARLY READING AND WRITING
PORTFOLIO, IS BECAUSE IT IS AN EXCELLENT RESOURCE TO PREPARE THEM FOR UNDERSTANDING
WORLD HISTORY, AND TO PREPARE FOR JUNIOR, SENIOR YEAR AND COLLEGE YEARS. THEY WILL SEE
THE BOOK AGAIN IN UPPER LEVEL CLASSES AND IN COLLEGE.
Required Materials: Colored markers, highlighters, pen and pencils.
Instructor’s Name: Shari J. Anton MaEd. AKA Ms. Shari
Telephone: (602) 449-3000
Email: santon@pvschools.net
Availability: Available 1st Period or after school Tuesdays Only
Grading:
89.5% - 100% = A Semester Grade
79.5% - 89% = B 1st nine weeks=40%G
69.5% - 79% = C 2nd nine weeks=40%G
59.5% - 69% = D + Final Exam =20%G
59% or below failing SEMESTER G
Classroom/School Code of Conduct: NO tolerance of cheating, fighting,
Inappropriate language, harassment,Bullying or any disrespectful conduct.
Consequences for Misconduct: Verbal warning, conference, parent contact,
referral to administration.
INSTRUCTOR'S BIO:
I have a BA in Sociology/Criminology from Western Washington University. I
received my Masters in Secondary Education at the University of Phoenix. I
was a Deputy Sheriff in Orange County California and worked many years in
social work and education. I have been teaching for over 17 years in both Texas
and Arizona at the high school level. I am dedicated to my profession and
very excited to be a teacher. My teaching goals are to make a positive
difference in the lives of young adults. My teaching style is very positive
and prepares students for success in higher learning and in life.
WORLD HISTORY COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course examines the geographical, political, economic and social characteristics of Ancient
Civilizations and Medieval European Life. We will learn about the democratic and scientific revolutions
throughout world history including the causes and effects of the Industrial Revolution. We will
analyze patterns of change during the 19th century era of Imperialism and trace causes and effects
of WWI and II. The students will evaluate the ideas and outcomes of the independence movements in
the developing world during and after the Cold War. Students will be engaged in many interactive,
creative and fun activities while learning and experiencing world history and relating it to their own
world.
CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAW COURSE
DESCRIPTION/SAME SYLLABUS AS ABOVE
This course examines the basics of Street Law. Street law is the most simple
form of our Judicial system. The students will better understand their legal
obligations and the consequences of not conducting themselves responsibly.
The students will enjoy learning about the laws and how they are created and enforced.
The juvenile justice system, Civil laws, and the correctional system are just
a few topics which will be examined throughout this course. The students will be
conducting Mock trials, and engage in role playing to better comprehend positions
held in our legal system. Students will formulate questions and scenarios they can
process so that they can understand how the legal process works.
NOT TEACHING U.S HISTORY OR GOVERNMENT DURING 2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR
UNITED STATES HISTORY COURSE SYLLABUS
This course examines the geographical, political, economic, cultural and
social characteristics of American History and American Life. We will learn
about the cultures, revolutions and world influences which shaped U.S.
History. We will analyze patterns of change and the evolution of our nation.
We will trace and examine U.S. involvement in World Wars and conflicts. The
students will evaluate the ideas and outcomes of the cultural movements in
America and their political and historical influences. Students will be
engaged in many interactive, creative and fun activities while learning and
experiencing United States history and relating it to their own world.
CIVICS/AMERICAN GOVERNMENT SYLLABUS
This course examines the creation, foundation, development and execution of
American Government. We will learn about the beginning of Democratic
Governments and their relationship to American Democracy today. Students will
be able to understand their real world as it relates to how our society functions and
operates within the scope of the "Living Document" the United States Constitution.
Students will be able to better understand their role as citizens and the
responsibilities citizenship holds. Students will learn the dynamics of our Federalist
Republic and be able to comprehend the political process of our leadership.
Students will obtain the knowledge needed to engage in intelligent and
successful dialogue when discussing Civics and Government with other people.
