Name: Bill Dinkins
Subject: Civics and Economics
First Semester Second Semester
1st Period-Civics Std 1st Period-Civics Sem
2nd Period-Civics Sem 2nd Period-Civics Std
3rd Period-Civics Hon 3rd Period-Civics Sem
4th Period-Planning 4th Period-Planning
Possible topics-students will come to understand how governments and economies work and are related both in the US and globally
Classroom Expectations-Students are EXPECTED to come to class, to learn, to ask questions, and THINK, not memorize
Rules/Regulations-Students will come prepared to class everyday, be expected to participate in class, and turn in work when due. If student is absent on day assignment is due,the work is due the day the student returns to school. Excused absences will be given full credit if turned in upon return. All unexcused absences and late work will be given half credit at most
Grading Policy-All work will be for credit. Tests, research papers, essays will be weighted more heavily than worksheets or class work
Attendance-Atttendance is expected. Too many absences may and can result in the student not being proficient and have to retake the course prior to graduation. If you are absent from class, you should e-mail me to find out any specifics that you missed or if you are going to be out a few days then to have work ready for someone to pick up for you
Tutoring will be available before school upon student request