What have you learned in social studies?
Geography
True or false: For the first two weeks back in school, it is a UPrep requirement that you keep your mask on (over your mouth AND nose)
True
What percentage must you achieve to earn an "A"
90-100%
True or false: If you have a question or want to answer a question, you should just shout it out
False: please raise your hand
What year did it become?
2023
What is the project we are currently working on?
Design a city that addresses a global problem that affects cities.
What two things should you bring to class every single day?
Chromebook and pencil
True or false: Summative assessments (essays and projects) make up 70% of your grade
True
What should you do if you forget a pencil?
Pencil bucket
BONUS: return it!
What happened to the Buffalo Bills player, Damar Hamlin?
Collapsed on the field, cardiac arrest, hospitalized in critical condition.
Which way do lines of LATITUDE go? Horizontal (left to right) or vertical (up and down)
What three guidelines to all class norms/expectations fall under?
safe, respectful, responsible
What does the hollow orange hexagon symbol in Schoology mean?
Missing assignment
What does it mean if Mrs. Mastay asks you to "pacman" your computer?
Put it down halfway without closing it
Which typically dry state experienced a lot of rain and flooding?
California
What are the 5 themes of geography? (MR. HELP)
Movement, region, human/environment interaction, location, place
What is the "golden rule" for respect?
Treat others the way you want to be treated
What is the easiest way to improve your grade in social studies?
Complete missing assignments
If you miss a day of class, what should you do to stay caught up?
- Check Schoology
- Ask Mrs. Mastay what you missed
Who is the new "Speaker of the House" for the U.S. House of Representatives?
Kevin McCarthy
What makes a problem a GLOBAL problem?
Affects the entire Earth, and/or affects people everywhere.
What should happen if someone breaks the norms/expectations?
Consequences including:
warning/reminder, think sheet, call home, referral to Mr. Williams
How many weeks remain in quarter 2?
3 weeks!
PSA: Quarter ends 1/27; get missing stuff in ASAP and stay caught up for the rest of the quarter to get a goo grade on your report card
Describe the bathroom policy
Ask, sign out, one person at a time
Which airline cancelled a ton of flights and created havoc for holiday travellers?
Southwest