GOVERNMENT/SERVICE LEARNING      Mrs. Wells~Suznavick, Mr. Buchly

During the course of the year you will be asked to master 5 goals:

·        An understanding of the historical development and current status of principle, institutions, and processes of political systems.

·        An understanding of the history, diversity, and commonality of the peoples of the nation and world, the reality of human interdependence, and the need for global cooperation, through a perspective that is both historical and multicultural.

·        An understanding of geographic concepts and processes to examine the role of culture, technology, and the environment in a location and distribution of human activities throughout history.

·        An understanding of the historical development and current status of economic principles, institutions, and processes needed to an effective citizen, consumer, and worker.

·        Demonstrate an understanding of Service Learning by completing 2 projects that demonstrate how one assumes civic and political responsibility.  Failure to complete the projects will result in a 50% for the course and require you to repeat the class. This is a Maryland High School Graduation requirement.

 These goals take into consideration the importance of civic education which is necessary to be informed, involved citizens who understands and supports democratic principles, institutions, and processes.  The expectations and indicators of the course focus on the relationship between United States history, politics, and government.

MIDTERM AND FINAL EXAM

            All students will be expected to complete a Mid-year evaluation and an end of course evaluation, as determined by the Worcester County Board of Education as well as Benchmark exams for High School Assessments. You will be expected to take a Government Pre Test and you will have a mid-term.

PROGRESS REPORTS

            Progress reports are issued to all students regardless of grade.  It is important that your guardians are aware of your class progress. If you do not inform them of your progress in class I will!!!

I also encourage parents to stop by the guidance department and obtain their password to track grades online. Grade will be updated every Friday.

EXTRA CREDIT

            Extra credit will be offered to an entire class on a regular basis.  No individual extra credit will be given.  You may not receive extra credit unless you have completed ALL required work first.

GRADES

            Your grade will be determined as established by the COUNTY GRADING AND REPORTING POLICY. Averages will be determined by a minimum of 5 grades. Grades are kept on a computer. I am only human and may make mistakes. Please bring them to my attention and we will gladly go over your grades individually. Parents should expect grades to be updated on Fridays; technology willing.

SERVICE LEARNING

            During Middle School you completed an infused project within the curriculum of the school. Students’ permanent records were noted. If you are a transfer student or failed to complete the work you will be required to document 20 additional hours during your high school career. In this course your projects must contain planning, action and reflection. Any additional hours are encouraged and will be documented in your permanent records.

COMMUNICATION

                If you have any questions about an assignment or your parents have any questions about your progress I can be reached at m.suznavick@comcast.net or at home at 443-235-6059. If you are absent you can obtain assignments from my webpage at- http://members.thinkport.org/suzy

CLASS EXPECTATIONS

            You are expected to come to class prepared. Being prepared for class includes bringing the following daily:

·        Notebook – 3- prong folder with pockets. ·        Paper

·        Pen/pencil

·        Text

·        Scheduler/handbook

·        Any assignments due

Turning in assignments when scheduled is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. If you have problem or extenuating circumstances bring them to my attention individually and we can make other arrangements.  Notifying me of a problem the minute the assignment is due will not be acceptable.

I also understand that if I fail to follow the classroom rules or the rules of Pocomoke High School while in Mrs. Wells~Suznavick/Mr. Buchly classroom I may suffer disciplinary action by the teacher or receive a referral to the office.

Student Signature

Parent Signature

Date Signed

CLASS RULES                                                                                Mrs. Wells~Suznavick

            Each student at Pocomoke High School is expected to behave in a manner, which is acceptable to everyone – other students, teachers, administrators, and society in general.  Along with school and county policy each student in my classroom will abide by our rules. By doing do so the time in our classroom will be both educational and enjoyable.

1. All schools rules will apply

2. Lateness policy

                2 warnings      Third lateness – detention

                4+ - office referral

3. Disruptions will not be tolerated –

You do not have the right to deny the rest of the class the opportunity to pass.  You are to remain quiet during announcements.  They are for your benefit as well as mine. I will not tolerate talking. THERE IS NO FURTHER WARNING!

4.  Pay attention!

                You have the right to succeed – I will help you in any way.

                You have the right to fail.  If you choose not to pass do not hurt others

5.  Be prepared –

Do your assignments. You will have time in class to work on assignments. Do not work on assignments from other classes unless you ask first.

It is your responsibility to make up all work when absent.  I expect you to ASK for your work when you return.  You have 5 days to complete the work and submit it for a grade. Failure to complete and turn in assignments will result in a zero (0).

 6. Academic dishonesty of any type will not be tolerated in my class.

If you are involved in a situation all parties involved will receive a 0 for the assignment or test. Referral will be made to the office. This is your only warning. Academic dishonesty could affect Honor Society standings.

I understand the rules in Mrs. Wells~Suznavick classroom.  I understand that if I break these rules, my parents will be contacted and I could be required to serve an after school detention (30 minutes). I further understand that continued disregard of the classroom or school rules will result in a referral to the office.

Student Signature                                                                                                       Date