American Government
Mr. Richard A. Salerno
Iona Prep
Syllabus
Course Objectives
The purpose of this course
is to gain a better understanding of our nation's complex system of government. We
will accomplish this goal by actively examining life in America today, therefore, the theme of our course will be the inter-relationship
between our government, our laws and our people.
Materials Needed
(1)
Textbook - Magruder's American Government
(2) Notebook
( Government Only)
(3) Folder
Marking Procedures
(1) Tests
and Quizzes
50%
At least 3 major tests and five quizzes per quarter
(2) Weekly
written or typed assignments
25%
(3) Quarter
Project
25%
Remarks
(1) Notebook Homework will be assigned each week and will be checked thoroughly! Your quarter average will suffer with your inconsistency. Be consistent!!!
(2) Everyone in American Government will complete course requirements. No Exceptions.
(3) Remember! You are Seniors so let us keep it honorable through mutual cooperation.
(4)I
am available in room 200 immediately after school.
(5)
Check my website for my after school location or call
632-0714, ext.349 for an appointment.
(6)My
e-mail address is ras90@ionaprep.org