This document provides an overview of the expectations and procedures for a Civics class. It outlines skills that students will build in the class like time management, study habits, goal setting, note-taking, and collaboration. These skills are needed for high school and life. Students are instructed to review classroom procedures, fill out a student information sheet, and read about the course brochure and materials list. For homework, students must write a letter introducing themselves to the teacher and have all materials ready for the next class.

1. Welcome to Civics February 1, 2010

2. Copy the following down on your paper, and answer the Do Now (re-state!): February 1, 2010 Objective: SWBAT learn the procedures and expectations for Civics by reviewing course materials. Do Now: This is it! One semester left: What do you need to do to be prepared for high school in September? (5 minutes)

3. Skills Needed for High School Time Management Good Study Habits Setting Goals Concentration Good Note-Taking Completing Work Organization Motivation Commitment Collaboration Knowing when to ask for help!

4. Which skills will you build in Civics? Skills needed for high school… Skills needed for LIFE Collaboration Completing High-Quality Work Organization Note-taking Study Habits Commitment Motivation Focus -Developing informed opinions based on evidence -Debating beliefs respectfully, but strongly -Being informed about current events, and historical causes

5. I can help you build the skills… But you have to come into class ready to work every day, and ready to follow the procedures that I’ve set up in my classroom to ensure that everyone can learn, and everyone can be successful.

6. Introduction to Classroom Procedures Watch and read the classroom procedures presentation. Complete the Procedures worksheet as you read. (30 minutes)

7. Independent Work Now: Fill out the student information sheet. This is a way for me to know a little more about you, so please be detailed. (10 minutes)

8. Introduction to the Course Brochure Read-Aloud Materials List Modeling Class Website (10 minutes)

9. Show What You Know What are three important procedures that you need to follow to be successful in Civics class? (Answer in complete sentences—restate the question in the answer!) (5 minutes)

10. Homework Write a letter to Ms. Avashia telling her about yourself, and what she needs to know to teach you well. (15 sentences) You must have all materials for class ready to go for TOMORROW. (It’s your first quiz grade!)