SOCIAL STUDIES 2007-2008
HISTORY IS the collective
memory of mankind. Without a memory we cannot cope intelligently with the world
around us. We cannot make sense of the problems we encounter, because we know nothing
of their roots. We cannot have a deep and rich perception of who we are,
because, like a victim of amnesia, we have lost the world that made us. We
cannot have a clear sense of where we are going, because, by losing where we
have been, we do not know where we are. To study history is to enrich our
understanding of ourselves and deepen the meaning of human experience.
Learning Goals form the framework for our curriculum. The State of Washington has published guidelines for education
in general and Social Studies in particular. These include Goals and Essential
Academic Learning Requirements (EALRs).
Syllabus and Class
Downloads. Your syllabus is published every two to four
weeks. Each syllabus contains a tentative day-to-day schedule of events as well
as information concerning areas of focus, assignments and tests. These are
working documents, typically modified to meet student needs. This area also
includes documents, worksheets and other information students need to participate
in daily classroom activities as well as prepare for formally assessed events.
Links are provided to
help with research projects as well as to enhance your understanding of reading
and study assignments.
Rules & Guidelines includes expectations, rules and guidelines,
materials needed and other administrative information for these classes .
Pre
Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement. Links to "The" AP and Pre-AP site.
If you are taking AP or Pre-AP, an “AP Parent” or thinking about it, go there
NOW!!!. I’ve also included a summary of the challenges involved.
The Skills
Book is a collection of helpful items, with an emphasis on
the "how to" of research, writing and study, the core elements of AP
and pre-AP work. This area also contains rubrics for how work is assessed.
This site is maintained by Ralph Emerson. Any
questions or comments can be forwarded to My Vancouver
School District E-Mail Address. I typically check my e-mail twice
during the school day. I will check during the evening only when there is a
student project that requires extra help. These events and timeframes will be
identified to students during class. If you have a question concerning your
student, please feel free to contact me via e-mail or phone.
The Skyview Office telephone number is 313-4200. All
classes are held in 802C. My telephone
number in the 800 Wing Office is 313-4282.