Welcome to Social Studies! My name is Mr. Dotson and I teach Middle School Social Studies! I am so excited to teach your child! I look forward to a wonderful school year! Below is a class summary for each grade:
6th Grade: World Cultures
In sixth grade, students will explore the diverse people and places of the world. We will learn about cultures all over the world while acquiring a better understanding of the history and geography of our world. In particular, students will explore the geography, culture, economy and government of many countries throughout the world. This course will incorporate all Social Studies TEKS standards as found on the Texas Education Agency’s website.
7th Grade: Texas History In the course, students will learn about the beginings of Texas as a part of New Spain and later as a part of Mexico. Students will study about the events that led to the formation of the Republic of Texas and of our joining the United States. Texas as a part of the Confederate States of America will also be covered. This course will incorporate all Social Studies TEKS standards as found on the Texas Education Agency’s website.
8th Grade: American History
In this course, students will study the founding of our nation through the Civil War and Reconstruction Era. Students will be exposed to the historical, geographical, political and economic events that influenced the development of the United States. This course will incorporate all Social Studies TEKS standards as found on the Texas Education Agency’s website.
All students are strongly encouraged to read for 20 minutes daily.