Civics and Economics Course Syllabus

Through the study of Civics and Economics, students will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become responsible and effective citizens in an interdependent world. Students will need a practical understanding of these systems of civics and economics that affect their lives as consumers and citizens. Furthermore, this course serves as a foundation for United States History. It is recommended that this tenth grade course, Civics and Economics, directly precede the eleventh grade United States History survey course to maintain continuity and build historical perspective.

Materials:

A two inch, 3 ring binder enclosed in a zippered case
A package of college ruled loose leaf paper
At least one Spiral notebook; college ruled
10 Black or blue ink pens, 10 pencils, and a 3 ring carrier for them
Student planner / agenda

Course Requirements:

Students are expected to complete all assignments on time. Absent students are responsible for assignments missed upon return. Students will be given additional time to make up work; however, three days will normally be considered “additional time.”
Any student who receives a failing grade for a test or quiz will be given the opportunity to re-take the assessment within three days and receive a passing score of 70. This policy does not apply to midterms and final exams.
Any student involved in the process of cheating, or plagiarism, will receive a zero.
Incomplete assignments will not be accepted for grading; incomplete assignments must be finished after school, in class.

Grading: A: 93-100 B: 85-92 C: 74-84 D: 70-74 Failing: 69 or below

I am available everyday in my classroom before and after school.

My signature is an acknowledgment that I have read, understand, and agree to meet the requirements of this syllabus.

Parent/guardian signature: ____________________________________ date: _________

Student signature: _________________________________________ date: _________