Grading criteria:  Global History                             2019 - 2020

Mr. Amico                                                 Richard.amico@rcsdk12.org

IATHS @ Franklin

A+ 95 – 100%                                           Keep this section for

A   90 – 94%                                             your records.

B+ 85 – 89%

B   80 – 84%

C+ 75 – 79%

C   70 – 74%

D   65 – 69%

F   64% and below.

·        Two Global projects are also required for course completion. It will involve research in areas of Global History that we will study. Details forthcoming.

·        Class work and homework must be completed consistently

·        Tests will count two times a regular grade.

·        Late class work and homework will be deducted one letter grade each day it is overdue.

·        Extra credit work is always welcome.

·        A notebook is required. It will be graded frequently.

·        The final NY State Global Regents’ exam will be in in June 2020.

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Global II Course Syllabus Amico

Global History and Geography II
Grade:          10th Grade			Credit:  One
Pre-Requisite:  Successful Completion of Global I
Course Description
Study of World History and Geography from the era of the absolute monarchs up to the present day.  All areas of the world will be studied at the same time during a particular time period.  There is an in-depth study of world cultures along with an emphasis on writing the development of concepts.
Final Assessment
New York State Regents Exam in Global History	Format:   Approx. 25 M/C Questions                                                    Stimuli Based Questions                                                    Enduring Issues Essay
Course Textbook
World History-  Patterns of Interaction McDougal Littell ISBN:  0-618-18774-X		Website Resources:   http://www.classzone.com/books/wh_survey05/index.cfm

Plan For Success - Global II

Plan for Success: Mr. Amico                   Social Studies                      Room 343

Integrated Arts and Technology School @ Franklin

In order to be successful in Mr. Amico’s Social Studies class, I will:

1.    Be respectful to everyone in class on a daily basis.

2.    Be on time daily.

3.    Be prepared for class daily.

4.    Be polite daily.

5.    Complete all assignments daily to the best of my ability.

If these expectations are violated, consequences shall include:

1.    Phone call home/parent – teacher conference.

2.    Referral to the Administration.

I agree to these terms to be a successful student in Mr. Amico’s class.

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Mr. Amico

NY Assembly Member Harry Bronson (D - Rochester)

Go to: Harry Bronson

1. Go down to 'Recent News' and write 5 facts about what Assembly Member Bronson has been involved in.

2. Please answer the questions on your speaker sheet for his visit on Monday, June 10.

DUE: TODAY!!!

How Many People Are Leaving NY State?

This we week we will be looking at where you may be living after graduation.

Please go to: NY Population Loss 

Write down 5 facts about how many people are leaving NY state and why the they are leaving.

Next, study the map below. The areas in blue show population growth. What areas of our nation are growing?

Are you planning on leaving Rochester? Where do you plan on moving to and why?

DUE: TODAY!!!

How To Balance A Checkbook

Today we will look at how to balance your checkbook.

Go to: How to Balance a Checkbook

Answer:

1. What is a checkbook register? List the six columns one would contain and describe them.

2. Identify what a bounced check is and why it is a 'no - no'. 

3. List the common mistakes when keeping a checkbook.

4. What must you do when you receive your monthly statement?

DUE: TODAY!!!

How To Write A Check

This week we will be looking at financial skills.

Today we will look at how to write a check.

Go to: How To Write A Check

A. List the steps on how to write a check.

B. Write one fact about each.

C. Do you have a checking account yet? When do plan on opening one up?

DUE: TODAY!!!