U.S.

/AZ Government Syllabus

Instructor
Ms. Harraghy
Class Website
kharraghy.weebly.co
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Email
kharraghy@aaechig
hschools.com

Course Overview
The goal of the civics is to develop the requisite knowledge and skills for informed,
responsible participation in public life; to ensure, through instruction, that students
understand the essentials, source, and history of the constitutions of the United States and
Arizona, American institutions and ideals (ARS 15-710). Students will understand the
foundations, principles, and institutional practices of the United States as a representative
democracy and constitutional republic. They will understand the importance of each person
as an individual with human and civil rights and our shared heritage in the United States.
Students will understand politics, government, and the responsibilities of good citizenship.
Citizenship skills include the capacity to influence policies and decisions by clearly
communicating interests and the ability to build coalitions through negotiation, compromise,
and consensus. In addition, students will learn that the United States influences and is
influenced by global interaction.

Office Location
AAEC South
Mountain, Rm. 907
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
7:30-4:30

Required Text
Glencoe United States Government: Democracy In Action, Richard C. Remy, Ph.D.
Course Materials
Each of you received a supply list. The items listed below are the items you should bring to
class each day.
College-ruled filler paper in a binder
Blue/black pens or a pencil
Note cards
USB flash drive
Highlighters
Resources
Textbook
Internet
Videos
Handouts

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Homework Policy
You will receive homework on a regular basis. All homework is due the next day. Late work will have 50% taken off the
first day it is late. Once progress reports and report cards grades are turned into the office, late work for that period of time
will no longer be accepted.
Grading Scale
90-100%

80-89%

70-79%

69% or lower

You must earn a C in order to pass the class and receive credit. Incomplete grades must be completed within a
defined period or the grade will become an F by default. You must pass the Citizenship Exam in order to graduate
high school.

Classroom Rules
Bring supplies each day
Follow classroom procedures
Class begins promptly
Ask questions
Seek assistance
Do not leave the room without permission
Remain in your assigned seat unless stated otherwise
Treat others as you wish to be treated
Follow all SCHOOL RULES

Office Hours
I am available afterschool if you need additional help. Please make an appointment as I may be attending a meeting with a
parent, club, or a school committee.

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I have read Ms. Harraghys syllabus and I understand the grading policy and late work policy. I also agree to follow the
rules and classroom procedures.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Print Name
Signature
Date

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