B Day: Renaissance/Reformation Test

Hello everyone!  Today we analyzed the different beliefs of various Protestant movements of the 16th century (i.e., Anglicanism, Calvinism, and Anabaptism).  For homework, please finish the Venn Diagram  comparing the ideas of Martin Luther, King Henry VIII, and John Calvin.

Furthermore, please remember that your test is on Monday.  I have given you a study guide and this document must be completed and handed in on the day of the test.  Remember that this is only a guide, and you should still study any notes, worksheets, or returned homework assignments that you have.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Protestant Comparisons

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we analyzed the different beliefs of various Protestant movements of the 16th century (i.e., Anglicanism, Calvinism, and Anabaptism).  For homework, please finish the Venn Diagram  comparing the ideas of Martin Luther, King Henry VIII, and John Calvin.

Furthermore, please remember that your test is on Friday.  I have given you a study guide and this document must be completed and handed in on the day of the test.  Remember that this is only a guide, and you should still study any notes, worksheets, or returned homework assignments that you have.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: 20 Theses Assignment

Hello everyone.  This is a reminder that your 20 Theses of a Teenager assignment is due on Monday.  Please email me if you have any questions.

Also, your first test will be next Friday, October 3.  A study guide will be sent to you over the weekend and a hard copy will be given during Monday's class.

Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: 20 Theses from Being a Teenager

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the corruption within the Catholic Church during the 14-16th century and the early reformers of the Reformation (John Wycliffe, Jan Hus, Christian humanists, Martin Luther).  We evaluated Luther's beliefs in the 95 Theses and completed a worksheet relating to how Luther would respond to hypothetical issues today.

For homework, please complete the worksheet if you have not already.  Also, I want you to create your own 95 Theses, except this time I want you to do it on issues you have because you are a teenager.  Remember that you only have to complete 20 theses and they should be general for all teenagers.  If you can, please make it look nice (i.e., type it or put it on construction paper).  We will discuss both of these assignments in the beginning of the next class.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me!  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: 20 Theses on Being a Teenager

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we discussed the corruption within the Catholic Church during the 14-16th century and the early reformers of the Reformation (John Wycliffe, Jan Hus, Christian humanists, Martin Luther).  We evaluated Luther's beliefs in the 95 Theses and completed a worksheet relating to how Luther would respond to hypothetical issues today.

For homework, please complete the worksheet if you have not already.  Also, I want you to create your own 95 Theses, except this time I want you to do it on issues you have because you are a teenager.  Remember that you only have to complete 20 theses and they should be general for all teenagers.  If you can, please make it look nice (i.e., type it or put it on construction paper).  We will discuss both of these assignments in the beginning of class on Wednesday.

Our first quiz is scheduled for Wednesday also.  Please study your notes, homework assignments, and worksheets.  If you have any questions, please email me or see me during the co-curricular periods.

Lastly, if you have not done so already, please hand in your AUP forms!  Thank you!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Northern Renaissance

Hello everyone!  Today we analyzed the changes brought on by the Renaissance.  We evaluated artwork from the Italian Renaissance and how they reflected the changes of the time period.  For homework, please read Chapter 17 Section 2 and complete the worksheet provided to you.  Also, if you do not have one, create a Google account for our next class.  Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Northern Renaissance

Hello everyone!  Today we analyzed the changes brought on by the Renaissance.  We evaluated artwork from the Italian Renaissance and how they reflected the changes of the time period.  For homework, please read Chapter 17 Section 2 and complete the worksheet provided to you.  Also, if you do not have one, create a Google account for our next class.  Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day (Periods 9-10)- Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the causes of the Renaissance.  We also assessed the influences of the Italian Renaissance, such as the Catholic Church and the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome.  At the end of class, we analyzed architecture, sculptures, and paintings to assess the influence of Catholic and classical ideas on the works.

For homework, please do each of the following:

1.)  Finish the Renaissance Influence worksheet if you have not already.
2.)  Read Chapter 17 Section 1 and complete the worksheet that I have handed out to the class.
3.)  If you have not already done so, hand in your Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) forms.  We will be using computers on Monday, so you need to hand them in BY THURSDAY for a homework grade.  In order to get them, you must go to the district website and run your cursor over "Student Life."  Click on "Student Forms"and it is the top link.

If you have any questions, please email me.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day (Periods 3-4 and 7-8): Renaissance Influences

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the causes of the Renaissance.  We also assessed the influences of the Italian Renaissance, such as the Catholic Church and the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome.  At the end of class, we analyzed architecture, sculptures, and paintings to assess the influence of Catholic and classical ideas on the works.

For homework, please finish the worksheet.  Furthermore, hand in your Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) forms.  We will be working on computers on Monday, and everyone needs to have it handed in by Thursday.  It will be counted as a homework assignment for my class!  If you do not know how to obtain the form, you simply go to the district website and run your cursor over "Student Life."  Once you do that, you click on "Student Forms" and it should be the first one at the top of the page.

Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day (Periods 7-8)- Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the causes of the Renaissance.  We also assessed the influences of the Italian Renaissance, such as the Catholic Church and the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome.  At the end of class, we analyzed architecture, sculptures, and paintings to assess the influence of Catholic and classical ideas on the works.

For homework, please do each of the following:

1.)  Finish the Renaissance Influence worksheet if you have not already.
2.)  Read Chapter 17 Section 1 and complete the worksheet that I have handed out to the class.
3.)  If you have not already done so, hand in your Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) forms.  We will be using computers on Friday, so you need to hand them in BY WEDNESDAY for a homework grade.  In order to get them, you must go to the district website and run your cursor over "Student Life."  Click on "Student Forms"and it is the top link.

If you have any questions, please email me.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day (Periods 3-4)- Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the causes of the Renaissance.  We also assessed the influences of the Italian Renaissance, such as the Catholic Church and the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome.  At the end of class, we analyzed architecture, sculptures, and paintings to assess the influence of Catholic and classical ideas on the works.

For homework, please finish the worksheet.  Furthermore, hand in your Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) forms.  We will be working on computers on Friday, and everyone needs to have it handed in by Wednesday.  It will be counted as a homework assignment for my class!  If you do not know how to obtain the form, you simply go to the district website and run your cursor over "Student Life."  Once you do that, you click on "Student Forms" and it should be the first one at the top of the page.

Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Black Death

Hello everyone!  On Friday, we discussed the causes and effects of the Black Death in the 14th century.  We also analyzed primary sources on what people thought was causing the scourge, how people tried to escape it, and the effects on society.  For homework, please finish that packet and come to class prepared to discuss your answers.  After our discussion tomorrow, we are going to evaluate connections between the bubonic plague and several current health crises around the world.  Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Black Death Consequences

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the causes and effects of the Black Death in the 14th century.  We also analyzed primary sources on what people thought was causing the scourge, how people tried to escape it, and the effects on society.  For homework, please finish that packet and come to class prepared to discuss your answers.  After our discussion on Monday, we are going to evaluate connections between the bubonic plague and several current health crises around the world.  Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Religion as Justification

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we discussed the various empires throughout the world within the 14th-15th centuries.  We discussed the Aztecs, Incas, Mughals, Ottomans, and Safavid Empires.  We also looked at the culture and political situations within Africa and East Asia.  As we discussed, many of these civilizations were driven by religion and/or cultural traditions.  Therefore, for homework, please find a current event that relates to a religion being used as justification for an action.  When you find the current event, print it out and write a one-paragraph summary about the article.  We are going to discuss these in the beginning of tomorrow's classes.  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: World History Concepts

Hello everyone!  It was great to finally meet everyone the past three days and I am looking forward to a great year!  Yesterday we discussed the classroom policies and the emergency drills for the classroom.  By next class, everyone must have a 3-ring binder separated into the three sections (homework, worksheets, and notes).

For homework, please have your parent/guardian sign the classroom policies.  Also, the History Terms and Concepts worksheet must be finished before Monday.  We will have an open-notebook quiz relating to the terms in the beginning of each class.  Please feel free to email me (cmazur@ucvts.tec.nj.us) if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: World History Concepts

Hello everyone!  It was great to finally meet everyone the past two days and I am looking forward to a great year!  Today we discussed the classroom policies and the emergency drills for the classroom.  I also handed out textbooks and journals for the class.  Please remember to cover your textbook and leave it at home unless otherwise stated within class.  The journals will always be kept within the classroom.  Lastly, everyone must have a 3-ring binder separated into the three sections (homework, worksheets, and notes) by next class.

For homework, please have your parent/guardian sign the classroom policies.  Also, the History Terms and Concepts worksheet must be finished before Monday.  We will have an open-notebook quiz relating to the terms in the beginning of each class.  Please feel free to email me (cmazur@ucvts.tec.nj.us) if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur