California's Gold Project

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Here are the directions and worksheet for the California's Gold Project.  This is an in class project that we will be using time today and next Wednesday to complete.

Directions: Complete the fields of the table. You will use Google Maps and Google Search for your task. Hopefully by finishing this task you will have a better understanding of the state in which you live and how amazing it is. You will be finding 2 amazing places for each of the 4 regions we have discussed.

California's Gold Worksheet 

Remember that when you open the class file you need to Make a Copy of it and rename it 

"P[2 or 6]_first and last name_California's Gold" before you can work on it.  You will be submitting this via Google Classroom.

If you do not feel as if you can complete this with your time in class it is recommended that you work on it some at home between Friday and Wednesday.

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

PS - Monday is our first "Mapping Monday" we will be working on Current Events and our first Map Packet

California Regions Resources

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Here are the resources that you need to complete the assignments in class today.

California Regions Text

Make sure to make a copy of the worksheet in your drive so that you can work on it.
Rename your file (after you have made a copy):  P2_first and last name_California Regions Annotation OR P6_first and last name_California Regions Annotation

California Regions Worksheet

You need to finish most of the California Regions Worksheet before class on Friday.  You will receive 10 minutes in class to finish the assignment (which is not enough if you do not also work on it at home) and then I will show you how to turn it in to Google Classroom.

Do not forget to complete the California Regions Mapping Assignment before class on Friday as well.

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

January 7

Hello ladies and gentlemen!

Welcome back from our break!  I hope that all of you have had a wonderful time over the two weeks we have had off.  We are about to get started for the new semester.  There are several items to review and consider as we go forward with Spring Semester.

1.  This is the last semester of the year.  We only have until June together to cover all the relevant material and finish strong.  This semester will require a higher level of dedicated and determination.  Be prepared to work!

2.  We will be using a couple of new items this semester and I will be introducing them to you soon.  First you will need to set up a Google Classroom account.  We will be doing this in class today!
Go to Google Classroom.
Log in with your SJUSD account.
Use the Class Code to add this class
Period 2 - o8877hi
Period 6 - pcr2gz

This will allow for easier sharing and turning in of Google Drive Assignments.

3.  This semester we will be taking a much more specific look at World Geography and Cultures.  We will have several units where we will be examining the history of various countries around the world as well as the geography of the several continents.

4.  A key component of this semester will be applying your knowledge of geography through Map Tests.  Follow the Mapping Calendar and make sure that you are ready for the Map Tests, which will make up a significant portion of your grade this semester.  Before each Map Test you will be required to complete a Map Packet for that continent and turn it in on the day of the test.
Map Packet Completion Guidelines:

• Must be neatly filled out in pen!  Be sure that your maps are not crinkled, wrinkled, damaged, or messy when you turn them in!
• Be sure that they are accurate as these are your primary form of preparation for the Map Tests.
• Be sure that your name, date, and period are on the front of your Map Packet.

Today in class we reviewed some items from the syllabus and chromebooks expectations, as well as the layout of the semester.  After we reviewed this information we began our first mini unit for the semester having to do with California Geography.  In class you should have completed the California Regions Annotation assignment and submitted it to Google Classroom.  The California Regions Mapping Assignment is due Friday.

I hope you are all ready for a new and energetic semester!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

Let Finals Begin

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Finals begin on Wednesday and end on Friday.  After your last final exam on Friday you are free to enjoy your Winter Vacation!

Just a reminder that there is no homework for our class during or after finals.  There are no more assignments due for the year 2014, I look forward to seeing you all again at the start of next semester!

Remember to rest and relax over the break!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

December 15

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we went over the Study Guide and had some time to spend reviewing for Final Exams which begin on Wednesday.  I will not see you all again, except for the Final Exam (2nd period is on Wednesday & 6th period is on Friday).

Good luck you all and I look forward to seeing you again soon!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

Dominaria Part II

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Below you will find the final scores for the groups from the Dominaria Game.

Period 2:
Ashran - 444 VP
Antoan - 410 VP
AnCarLinich - 360 VP
Noxus - 327 VP
Liberum - 296 VP
Aspasia - 278 VP
Aerima - 256 VP
Hoenn - 256 VP
Blanklandia - 230 VP

Period 6:
Idris - 431 VP
Panesar - 427 VP
Isildur - 420 VP
Blue Ivy - 390 VP
Earthsea - 374 VP
Fanalis - 336 VP
Ipostrington - 315 VP
United Federation of Aliabad - 301 VP
New Haven - 254 VP

Make sure you work on the Dominaria Part IV over the weekend using Google Documents (Share with me by Monday):

Dominaria Reflection Paper
Your reflection should be 1-2 pages and follow Chicago Style guidelines and address the following questions.
1.  In what ways did the Dominaria project tie in the different elements and topics we have fdiscussed so far this year?  Use specific examples.
2.  How did the interactions with other groups reflect real world interactions between states and countries?
3.  Do you feel that you have a better understanding of how government, politics, and economics work now that you have completed this simulation?

Have a great weekend ladies and gentlemen!

On Monday we will go over the study guide and prepare for the Final Exam.  Finals begin on Wednesday!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

Final Study Guide

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

As we continue the Dominaria Project in class, here is the Final Study Guide you can use as a guide to what will be on the Final Exam next week.

Fall Semester Study Guide

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti