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Copyright
Credits
Board Members
Foreword
Mission Statement
Preface
Introduction
Ordering Info

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Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools
Social Studies - Grade 6

Culture
Culture: Awareness
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) develop an awareness of multicultural differences among people of the world.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community   Master   Terra Nova, Complete Battery, Grade 6, 1997 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· www.founding.com/home.htm, Declaration of Independence Resources [On-line].  
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Culture: Diffusion
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize how migration and cultural diffusion influenced the character of world societies (i.e. spread of religions, empire building, exploration, languages).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Synthesis Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator, 6.1.spi.8, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.05.b, c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Culture: Influences
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify how communities reflect the cultural background of their inhabitants, compare how cultures differ in their use of similar environments and resources, and analyze how human migration and cultural activities influence the character of a place.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Analysis Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment(s) 6.1.01 b, c, d Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Culture: Information /Experiences
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) explain how information and experiences may be interpreted differently and describe instances in which language, art, music, belief systems, and other cultural elements can facilitate or cause misunderstanding.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Analysis Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment(s) 6.1.04. a, b Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Culture: Nature/Complexity
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) understand the nature and complexity of culture by identifying basic components of culture (i.e. language, common values, understand, government, art, literature, lifestyles).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.1, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.01. a Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, On-line [Online].  
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Culture: Understand Relationships
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) understand the relationship between physical environments and culture by recognizing characteristics of the environment that contribute to the development/growth of a culture, the effect of technology on a culture, and why individuals and groups respond differently to their environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.03 a,b,c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Cultural Experiences: Contributions
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) understand the role that diverse cultures and historical experiences had on the development of the world such as language, literature, the arts, architecture, traditions, beliefs, values, and behaviors.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.05a Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Cultural Groups: Identify Differences
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) identify differences between various cultural groups (i.e.European, Eurasian, Indian, Southest Asia, Middle Eastern, African, Native American).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Application Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.5 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Diversity: Common Forms
The learner will be able to (COMPACTED) identify common forms of diversity in the United States.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Knowledge Master   Jefferson County Schools Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Early Writings: Influences
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) identify how early writing forms in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Indus Valley influenced life (i.e. legal, religious, and cultural).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension, Evaluation Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.7 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Epics: Recognize
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize significant epics as historical sources (i.e. Illiad, the Odyssey, Mahabharara, Ramayana).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee CurriculumStandards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.4 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Jobs: Characteristics
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) identify the job characteristics of archaeologists, anthropologists, geologists, and historians.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.2 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Media: Political/Editorial Cartoons
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) draw conclusions from political and editorial cartoons.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community   Master   Terra Nova, Complete Battery, Grade 6, 1997 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Religion: Roles
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize a definition of religion , identify the beliefs and founders of the world's major religions (i.e.Judaism, Christianity,Islam, Buddhism, Moses, Jesus, and Mohammed).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.3, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.02. a, b, c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Science/Technology: Effect on Culture
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) understand the influence of science and technology on the development of culture over time by constructing a timeline of technological advancements, recognizing specific examples of ways science and technology have changed perceptions of the social and natural world, and examples of how beliefs, values, and attitudes have been influenced by technological knowledge.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment 6.1.06 a, b, c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Settlement: Reasons
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize reasons that cultural groups develop or settle in specific physical environments (Terra Nova includes "availability of plants and animals).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Community   Master   Terra Nova, Complete Battery, Grade 6, 1997, Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.1.spi.6 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
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Economics
Costs: Estimated/Actual
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) distinguish between the price someone pays to buy a good/service and the cost of making/producing it.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Goods/Services Comprehension Master   Terra Nova, Complete Battery, Grade 6, 1997 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economic Concepts: Understand
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) explain the relationship of supply and demand, describe the change from hunter to gatherer economies, and investigate the impact of trade on the economics of early trade.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Currency Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment(s) 6.2.01. a, b, c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economic Issues: Interpret
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) analyze how basic economic ideas influenced world events (i.e. supply and demand leads to exploration and colonization).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Currency Comprehension, Application Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.2.spi.6 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economic Systems: Early
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) recognize the importance of economic systems in he development of early civilizations around rivers (i.e.Tigris, Euphrates, Huang He, Nile, Indus).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Economic Systems Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, as documented through state assessment, Performance Indicator 6.2.spi.4 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economic Systems: Features
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) discuss economic connections, conflicts, and interdependence by defining various types of economies and their methods of production and consumption, applying economic concepts to evaluate historic developments, explaining the economic impact of improved communication and transportation, and analyzing the relationship among scarcity of resources, economic development, and various conflict.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Economic Systems Knowledge Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment 6.2.02 a,b,c,d Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economics: Costs/Benefits of Choices
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) understand the potential costs and benefits of individual economic choices by differentiating between needs and wants, analyzing how supply and demand and change in technologies impact the cost for goods and services, and evaluate the relationship between creditors and debtors.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Economics Comprehension Master   Tennessee Curriculum Standards, 2001, Grade 6, Learning Accomplishment 6.2.03 a,b,c Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economics: Data/Interpret/Chart/Pictures
The learner will be able to (COMPACTED) interpret economic data presented on a chart or a series of pictures and draw conclusions based on the data.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Economics Evaluation Master   Jefferson County Schools Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Economics: Predict
The learner will be able to (COMPACTED) using a stimulus (chart, table, graph) predict the outcome of an economic situation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Economics Application Master   Jefferson County Schools Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· http://ofcn.org/cyber.serv/academy, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.col-ed.org/index, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.lessonplanspage.com, On-line [Online].  
· http://www.edhelper.com -Lesson Plans, Online [Online].  
· http://ecedweb.unomaha.edu/k-12/hjome.cfm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
· http://www.fte.org/, Resources [On-line].  
· www.socialstudies.org/links, Resources, Links [On-line].  
· www.sitesforteachers.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
· www.pbs.org/teachersource/soc_stud.htm, Activities [On-line].  
· www.pacific.net~mandel/socialstudies.html, Activities [On-line].  
· www.usask.ca/education/ideas/tplan/sslp/sslp.htm, Lesson Plans, Resources [On-line].  
· www.lessonplanspage.com/ss67.htm, Lesson Plans [On-line].  
  
Map: Interpret
The learner will be able to (COMPACTED) interpret a map showing agricultural and industrial areas.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Currency Analysis Master   Jefferson County Schools(a)