All About Ms. Schmitz
World History
Classroom Routines
Ponitz Facts
Silly Classroom Moments
100

What is my first name?

Emily

100

What was the MOST RECENT topic we studied?

The Cold War

100

How do we start class every. single. day?

Bellringers

100

What is the color for each hallway in the building?

Burgundy, Blue, Green, and Yellow

100

What piece of furniture has broken twice this year?

A chair

200

What is my middle name?

Rose

200

Who won the American Revolution?

The Americans

200

What happens when your class keeps "No Name Jail" empty for an entire quarter?

Donut party, extra credit, or another reward of your choosing

200

What is the name of each principal?

Brown, Rodenberg, Smith, and Cooper

200

Who has proposed to me many, many, many times?

Whitney

300

What beverage do I always have in my cup?

Coffee

300

What were conditions like for children working in factories during the Industrial Revolution?

Long hours, few breaks, possible injuries/death, no school, etc.

300

During a NORMAL week, how many points are bellringers worth?

25 points

300

What are the Ponitz 5 P's?

Punctual, Presentable, Productive, Professional, and Polite

300

What slippery substance was spilled on the floor, causing multiple students to slip and fall?

Baby oil

400

What college did I go to?

Miami University

400

What are the MAIN causes of WWI?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism

400

How do I END class every. single. day?

"We have about two minutes left. Turn in your bellringers and get ready for the next period"

400

What year was Ponitz created?

2009

400

What do I say when two students are play-fighting?

"Stop touching"

500

What is the name of my cat?

Miffy!

500

What are your natural rights?

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness (or property)

500

Once we start a new unit, what is typically the first assignment I give you?

Vocab!

500

How many pathways does Ponitz have?

12! Remember, 2 were removed

500

How many people have I actually caught vaping in my room?

Only 5!

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