Course description: This course involves a careful examination of

American government as a tool of educational learning. Emphases are

on development of basic governmental skills, visualization, and solution
of social development. It is an exploratory, course in the study of
America government designed primarily for students to explore the
past, present and future as a lifelong skill set
Organization: This is an 10th grade Local and National government class
in which the instructor presents topics. Practice skills are explained and
hands-on experience is expected from each student on a regular basis.
Students will complete reading and writing assignments both during
class periods and outside of class. Objectives and assignments are
given daily, and there will be end of the year state final exam.
Helpful materials and supplies: Pencils, blue and/or black pens, and
ahighlighter; In addition, you will need a three or five star notebook (200
sheets, 5 subject, 10 in 8 in) for writing assignments and activities.
Classwork and Homework: Students who are absent are responsible for
the work missed while out of class. It is the students responsibility to
get the assignment and turn it in without being personally reminded by
the teacher. All make-up work (including tests) will be due according
Bowie high school policy. (3 days to turn in late or missing assignments,
with an excused yellow pass from the front office for full credit. Partial
credit for late work without excused pass- 3 days)
Social Studies Grade Policy:
25%-Homework
25%-Classwork/Participation
50%-Performance Based Assessments/Formative Assessments
TOTAL = 100%