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Week of May 3-7

 

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Friday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Thursday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions:  How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Interactive: FICO Credit Scores” (Due Wednesday, May 5); “Calculate: Impact of Credit Scores on Loans” (Due Friday, May 5); Credit Unit Summative Assessment (Due Monday, May 10)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Wednesday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Interactive: FICO Credit Scores” (Due Tuesday, May 4); “Calculate: Impact of Credit Scores on Loans” (Due Thursday, May 6); Credit Unit Summative Assessment (Due Monday, May 10)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Friday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Friday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments: “Race in the 1920s” Summative Assessment (Due Monday, May 3); “Selma” viewing questions (Due Wednesday, May 5); Final assignment TBD (Due Friday, May 7)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Wednesday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments: “Selma” viewing questions (Due Wednesday, May 5); Final assignment TBD (Due Thursday, May 6)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of April 25-30

 

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Friday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions:  How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments:  “Interactive: Navigate Your Online Bank Account” (Due Monday, April 26); “ANALYZE: Categorizing Credit” and “Shady Sam” activity (Due Wednesday, April 28); “CALCULATE: Understanding Your Credit Agreement” (Due Monday, May 3) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday/Friday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Wednesday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments:  “Interactive: Navigate Your Online Bank Account” (Due Tuesday, April 27); “ANALYZE: Categorizing Credit” and “Shady Sam” activity (Due Thursday, April 29); “CALCULATE: Understanding Your Credit Agreement” (Due Friday, April 30) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Friday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments: “Race in the 1920s” Summative Assessment (Due Wednesday); “MLK 50 Years Later” reading and questions (Due Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday/Friday in person, 8:10-9:25 AM

Office Hours: Wednesday 9:30-10:30 AM, 12:45-1:45 PM on Google Meet (on student request)

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments: “Race in the 1920s” Summative Assessment (Due Thursday); “MLK 50 Years Later” reading and questions (Due Friday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of April 5-9

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  How can using the bank system help you manage your finances?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Reading a Bank Statement” activity (Due Wednesday); “Dangers of Being Unbanked” readings and reflection (Due next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Reading a Bank Statement” activity (Due Thursday); “Dangers of Being Unbanked” readings and reflection (Due next Tuesday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments: “How our world changed” reading and questions (Due Wednesday); “6 Myths About Slavery” reading and questions (Due Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: In the United States today, are we a society of equals? (And if not, what would it take to get there?)

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. 

Student Assignments:  “How our world changed” reading and questions (Due Thursday); “6 Myths About Slavery” reading and questions (Due next Tuesday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of March 29-April 2

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday; Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Assessing the Great Society” worksheet (Due by Wednesday); Unit summative assessment (Due by end of the day on Sunday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Assessing the Great Society” worksheet (Due by Thursday); Unit summative assessment (Due by end of the day next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals? How can I be an engaged citizen in a democracy?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay.  Civic Engagement: I can demonstrate an understanding of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen, including voting and the electoral process.

Student Assignments: Money management unit summative 1 (Due by Wednesday); Salary-Based Budget Project (Due by end of day on Sunday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of March 22-26

 

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday; Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Riding the Rails” film questions (Due by Tuesday); “FDR and the New Deal” reading questions (Due by Wednesday); 1950s textbook skimming assignment: “The Affluent Society” (Due by Friday); LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by next Monday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Riding the Rails” film questions (Due by Tuesday); “FDR and the New Deal” reading questions (Due by Thursday); 1950s textbook skimming assignment: “The Affluent Society” (Due by Friday); LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by next Tuesday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals? How can I be an engaged citizen in a democracy?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay. 

Student Assignments: “Living Paycheck to Paycheck” interactive questions (Due by Tuesday); “Costs of Living” brainstorm list (Due by Wednesday); “Minimum Wage vs. Living Wage” assignment (Due by Thursday); Socrative unit review questions (Due by next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Week of March 15-19

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday; Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Wednesday); Programs of the New Deal (Due by Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Thursday); Programs of the New Deal (Due by Tuesday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 11:00-11:45 AM on Google Meet (link will be posted Friday morning)

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals? How can I be an engaged citizen in a democracy?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay.  Civic Engagement: I can demonstrate an understanding of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen, including voting and the electoral process.

Student Assignments: Tax forms and their purpose - matching activity (Due by Wednesday). Calculate: Completing your 1040 (Due by Thursday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of March 8-11

 

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday; NO FRIDAY CLASS THIS WEEK

Office Hours: Normal Friday office hours not available this week. Contact me for alternate availability.

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Roaring 20s political cartoon analysis (Due Wednesday, March 10); Textbook reading questions on the Crash of 1929 (Due by Monday, March 15)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Normal Friday office hours not available this week. Contact me for alternate availability.

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: Roaring 20s political cartoon analysis (Due Thursday, March 10); Textbook reading questions on the Crash of 1929 (Due by Tuesday, March 15)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Normal Friday office hours not available this week. Contact me for alternate availability.

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals? How can I be an engaged citizen in a democracy?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay.  Civic Engagement: I can demonstrate an understanding of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen, including voting and the electoral process.

Student Assignments: SPFC pre-assessment (Due by Tuesday); “20 Bean Budget” reflection questions (Due by Wednesday). Paystub analysis questions (Due next Thursday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Week of March 1-5

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:   Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can adjust my budget by analyzing different types of spending. 

Civic Engagement: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen, including voting and the electoral process

Student Assignments: Money Management Unit Test (Monday); Salary-Based Budget Project (Due by end of the day on Friday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can adjust my budget by analyzing different types of spending. Civic Engagement: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen, including voting and the electoral process

Student Assignments: Money Management Unit Test (Tuesday); Salary-Based Budget Project (Due by end of day next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by Wednesday); Unit summative assessment (Due by end of the day on Friday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments:  LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by Thursday); Unit summative assessment (Due by end of the day next Monday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of February 22-26

 

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:   Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can adjust my budget by analyzing different types of spending

Student Assignments: “Living Paycheck to Paycheck” Interactive Questions (Due by Wednesday). Minimum Wage vs. Living Wage (Due by Thursday). Prepare for unit assessment next Monday.

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can adjust my budget by analyzing different types of spending

Student Assignments: “Living Paycheck to Paycheck” Interactive Questions (Due by Thursday). Minimum Wage vs. Living Wage (Due by Friday). Prepare for unit assessment next Tuesday.

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Tuesday); “FDR and the New Deal” reading questions (Due by Wednesday); LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by next Monday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Wednesday); “FDR and the New Deal” reading questions (Due by Thursday); LBJ’s “Great Society” speech analysis (Due by next Tuesday).

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of February 8-12

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can navigate the different parts of the income tax process.

Student Assignments: “Should they file taxes?” activity; Tax forms and their purpose - matching activity (Due by Wednesday). Calculate: Completing your 1040 (Due Monday after vacation)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can navigate the different parts of the income tax process.

Student Assignments: “Should they file taxes?” activity; Tax forms and their purpose - matching activity (Due by Thursday). Calculate: Completing your 1040 (Due Tuesday after vacation)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Wednesday); Programs of the New Deal - Program Advertisement (Due by Monday after vacation)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Herbert Hoover video notes/written response (Due by Thursday); Programs of the New Deal - Program Advertisement (Due by Tuesday after vacation)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of February 1-5

Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay.

Student Assignments: Course syllabus, Student Info Survey, and “20 Bean Budget” reflection questions (Due by Wednesday). Paystub analysis questions (Due next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 1, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can budgeting help you achieve your financial goals?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can identify how taxes, deductions, and withholdings affect “take home” pay.

Student Assignments: Course syllabus, Student Info Survey, and “20 Bean Budget” reflection questions (Due by Thursday). Paystub analysis questions (Due next Tuesday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 5, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Roaring 20s political cartoon analysis (Due Wednesday, Feb. 3); Textbook reading questions (Due by Monday, Feb. 8); Great Depression photo notes (Due Monday, Feb. 8)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.


Course: US History, Period 5, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person; Friday: remote on Google Meet from 10:20-10:50 AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well-being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends. Economics: I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Roaring 20s political cartoon analysis (Due Thursday, Feb. 4); Textbook reading questions (Due by Tuesday, Feb. 9); Great Depression photo notes (Due Tuesday, Feb. 9)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of January 25-29

 

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: Homestead Strike video questions (Due Monday, Jan. 25) “Theodore Roosevelt and the Progressive Era” worksheet (Due Wednesday, Jan. 27); “Role of Government Part I: Summative Assessment (Due Friday, Jan. 29); Optional challenge assignment: Labor Movement research project (Due Friday, Jan. 29) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: Homestead Strike video questions (Due Tuesday, Jan. 26) “Theodore Roosevelt and the Progressive Era” worksheet (Due Thursday, Jan. 28); “Role of Government Part I: Summative Assessment (Due Friday, Jan. 29); Optional challenge assignment: Labor Movement research project (Due Friday, Jan. 29) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: Credit unit review questions (Due Tuesday, Jan. 26); “Interactive: FICO Credit Scores” (Due Wednesday, Jan. 27); “Calculate: Impact of Credit Scores on Loans” (Due Thursday, Jan. 28); Credit Unit Summative Assessment (Due Friday, Jan. 29)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Week of January 19-22

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Wednesday/Friday in person, 8:10-9:25

Office Hours: Periods 6 and 8, Pride Block (during advisory)

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: “Rise of the Labor Movement” reading/questions (Due Thursday, Jan. 21); Homestead Strike video questions (Due Tuesday, Jan. 26); 

Optional assignment: “The Monopolization of America” (Due Wednesday, Jan. 20) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, 8:10-9:25

Office Hours: Periods 6 and 8, Pride Block (during advisory)

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments:  “Rise of the Labor Movement” reading/questions (Due Friday, Jan. 22); Homestead Strike video questions (Due Monday, Jan. 25); 

Optional assignment: “The Monopolization of America” (Due Tuesday, Jan. 19) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: After class sessions or at student request on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can I build credit and manage it responsibly?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “ANALYZE: Categorizing Credit” and “Shady Sam” activity (Due Wednesday, Jan. 20); “How Credit Cards Work” (Due Thursday, Jan. 21; “CALCULATE: Understanding Your Credit Agreement” (Due Friday, Jan. 22);  

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of January 11-15

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday: Remote on Google Meet at 8:10 AM; Wednesday: TBD; Friday: remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: “The Role of Government during the COVID Pandemic” (Due Monday, Jan. 11); “Role of Government Today: Current Trends and Opinions” (Due Monday, Jan. 11); “Growth of Industry” reading/questions (Due Wednesday, Jan. 13); Optional assignment: “The Monopolization of America” (Due Wednesday, Jan. 20) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday TBD, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: Optional assignment: “The Role of Government during the COVID Pandemic” (Due Tuesday, Jan. 12); “Role of Government Today: Current Trends and Opinions” (Due Tuesday, Jan. 12); “Growth of Industry” reading/questions (Due Thursday, Jan. 14); Optional assignment: “The Monopolization of America” (Due Tuesday, Jan. 19) 

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course:  Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:45-10:30 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can using the bank system help you manage your finances?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Why and How to Save” (Due Tuesday, Jan. 12); “Compare: Types of Savings Accounts” (Due Thursday, Jan. 14)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.

Week of January 4-8

 

Course: US History, Period 2, Group A

Course Schedule: Monday/Wednesday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions:  To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs:  Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: “Should we help them?” activity and reflection (Due Wednesday); Role of Government current event summary (Due next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course: US History, Period 2, Group B

Course Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday in person, Friday remote on Google Meet at 9:00AM

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: To what extent is the government responsible for the well being of its citizens?

Standards/PIs: Civic Engagement: I can consider multiple points of view and prioritize the pros and cons of those views to draw conclusions. History: I can trace the development of enduring themes and evaluate their impact on societal issues and trends.

Student Assignments: “Should we help them?” activity and reflection (Due Wednesday); Role of Government current event summary (Due next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.



Course:  Course: Senior Personal Finance and Citizenship, Period 4, Remote

Course Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9:30-10:10 on Google Meet

Office Hours: Friday 8:00-9:00 AM, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM on Google Meet

Essential Questions: How can using the bank system help you manage your finances?

Standards/PIs:  Economics: I can evaluate the different strategies of money management. I can analyze both the singular and interdependent roles of financial institutions, the stock market, and government.

Student Assignments: “Reading a Bank Statement” activity (Due Wednesday); “Dangers of Being Unbanked” readings and reflection (Due next Monday)

Links/Resources: All materials and resources are available on our Google Classroom.