Hooper, Jamie - 7th Grade Civics/Economics

Civics & Economics – 7^th Grade

Mr. J. Hooper                                             jhooper@henry.k12.va.us

Purpose

  As a Civics & Economics teacher, I will educate students on the civic duties and responsibilities of US citizens; types of economic systems and how they affect day-to-day life; and the structure of function of national, state and local governments. Students will learn the significance of these things to our current everyday life.          

Topics to be Covered 2021 - 2022:

1^st Quarter

Economic Principles

U.S Economy

Role of Government in US Economy

Personal Finance and Career Opportunities

2^nd Quarter
Foundations of American Government

Citizenship & Civic Life
Elections & the Political Process

Influencing the Government

3rd Quarter

Local Government

Virginia & State Government

National Government

4th Quarter
American Judicial System

SOL Review

SOL Test

Supplies:

• Paper
• Colored pencils/crayons
• Pens/pencils
• Glue stick
• Basic folder to keep notes, study guides, and assignments in

Daily Schedule:

1^st Period – 1^st Exploratory

2^nd Period – 2^nd Exploratory

3^rd Period - Core 1                     

4^th Period - Core 2                     

5^th Period - Core 3                      

6^th Period - Core 4                        

Requirements:

• iPads are to be brought to class every day fully charged.
• Proper materials (pencils/pens, notebooks, etc.) are to be brought to class every day.

Discipline Plan:

• Warning/Teacher Conference
• Contact Parent/Guardian
• PBIS (see FCMS webpage for Code of Conduct policies and program components)
• Referral to Principal

*Some instances may require an immediate office referral*