Fifth Grade

Ms. Abigail Piotrowski

Hello! 

I am thrilled to warmly welcome you and your children as we embark on an exciting journey through fifth grade together! My name is Ms. Piotrowski, and I am honored to be your child's social studies teacher this year. I recently graduated from Siena College, a Franciscan school, with a bachelor's in History Education, and I am a Christ the King graduate. 

I am passionate about education and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. My goal is to create a classroom where every student feels valued, safe, and inspired to reach their full potential. I believe that building strong relationships with both students and parents is crucial for a successful school year, and I am committed to open and effective communication. 

I am genuinely looking forward to getting to know both you and your child over the course of this school year. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I believe that by working together as a team, we can make this fifth-grade year a truly rewarding and successful experience for your child. 

Once again, welcome to our fifth-grade class! I can't wait to see the incredible growth and achievements that lie ahead.

Warm Regards, 

Ms. Piotrowski 

MIDDLE SCHOOL Social Studies Course Syllabus Ms. Piotrowski

Email: apiotrowski@sb-sfc.org

Welcome to Middle School Social Studies class. We will work collaboratively on your historic knowledge, analytical skills, critical thinking, and geographic literacy skills. We will not only delve into the past, but also engage with contemporary issues and learn how to think critically, research, analyze, and communicate effectively.

My goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment, along with an engaging curriculum. We will be uncovering centuries of history and discovering new social studies skills.

●  Argumentative and explanatory writing pieces

●  Gathering, interpreting, and using evidence from primary sources

●  Geographic reasoning

●  Comparison and contextualization

●  Chronological reasoning

●  Understanding economic systems

CURRICULUM TOPICS BY GRADE LEVEL

5th Grade

Geography of Western Hemisphere and America Civilizations of the Americas
European Exploration in the Americas
Western Cultures/Western Government

6th Grade

Present-Day Eastern Hemisphere Geography River Valley Civilizations
World Religions
Classical Civilizations, Mediterranean Civilizations Interactions of the Hemispheres

7th Grade

History of the United States Indigenous Peoples of the Americas Colonial Development
American Independence
Westward Expansion
Civil War and Reform Movements

8th Grade

History of the United States Reconstruction
Expansion and Spanish American War WW1 and Roaring 20’s, Great Depression
WWII
Foreign Policy and President Bush

GRADING

All assignments in this class reflect the academic grading policy for St Brigid-St Frances Cabrini Catholic Academy. All assignments are expected to be submitted ON TIME and will be graded as so. Late assignments may be accepted with a penalty.

15% Classwork: Binder checks, participation, note taking, and group work
15% Homework: Assignments sent home and brought back to school based on completion and accuracy
30% Quizzes: Weekly or chapter quizzes, formative assignments
40% Exams, Essays, Projects

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Plagiarism, cheating, and any form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Consequences for academic dishonesty may include a zero on the assignment and a discussion with parents/guardians.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

I expect students to come to class prepared and ready to learn. They are expected to:

  • ●  Respect and treat classmates and the teacher with kindness

  • ●  Come to class prepared with all necessary materials

  • ●  Listen carefully to instructions and follow directions

  • ●  Respect property, take care of classroom materials, and not deface school property

  • ●  Use electronic devices in accordance with school rules

    My steps for managing student behavior is as follows:

  1. Verbal Warning

  2. Second Verbal Warning and infraction

  3. Communication sent home

  4. Referral to Principal