Jackson Creek Middle School
Jaguar Team Social Studies
Updated 01/24/05
MR. PAUL E. BINFORD
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
This is my 18th year of teaching and my sixth year at MCCSC. It is a pleasure to work with your child at Jackson Creek Middle School. I am particularly proud of the Jaguar Team (both students and my fellow colleagues: Mrs. Knox, Mrs. Snow, and Ms. Zock). Previously, I taught for eight years at Palm Beach Lakes High School in West Palm Beach, Florida. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from David Lipscomb University and a Master of Arts degree in Education Leadership from Florida Atlantic University. Recently, a simulation I wrote was published by the Social Studies School Service. It is entitled, "Lincoln's Cabinet and the Sumter Crisis: a Simulation".
Click here for more information regarding my background and the courses I teach.
CURRICULUM
7th Grade Course: emphasizes the geographical, historical and cultural study of the Eastern Hemisphere.
8th Grade Course: emphasizes the the social, political and economic history of the United States from exploration to reconstruction.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Students need to bring the following required materials to class everyday:
Textbook
Writing Instrument
Paper
Three Ring Binder with five dividers labeled:
A. Notes
B. Handouts
C. Regular Grades
D. Test Grades
E. Assignment Log
GRADES
All graded assignments and tests will be returned with a percentage marked at the top of the paper. Regular grades, e.g., worksheets, study guides, quizzes, are worth a hundred points. Tests are doubled in value, i.e., worth a total of two hundred points.
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Be prompt (in your seat when the bell rings)
2. Bring required materials to class
3. Treat others and their property respectfully
4. No sleeping in class
Updated 01/24/05