United States History Course Syllabus

      2011-2012

      Email: jaaxchris@bcchs.org

                                 “Those who stand for nothing, fall for anything” AlexanderHamilton

    Man is free, thanks to two guarantees: one economic, the other spiritual.” Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Teacher: Mr. Jaax

                Available Hours: Due to coaching commitments only before school from 7:25 – 7:50
During winter sports season I will also be available after school from 3:15 – 3:45

Course Description:

This is a U.S. History survey course covering the early colonization of the Americas to the social and
economic changes of the 1920’s.  Students will analyze key social, economic, and political activity throughout this time period. 

Materials Needed:

                Textbook:                                                Pen & Paper
Agenda                                                                                                                  Notebook or Binder

Course Goals:

                The continued development and formation of a young Catholic Christian.

The learner uses a working knowledge and understanding of the material outlined by the Kansas High
School History-Govt.-Economics-Geography assessment standards.
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1715
The learner engages in historical thinking skills.
Course Evaluation:
Quizzes and Tests:  A Chapter Quiz will be given following the conclusion of each
Chapt.  A Unit Test will be given following the conclusion of each Unit.

                Homework:   Independent readings, worksheets, maps, and textbook assignments will be assigned.

                Projects:  Projects will be assigned throughout the course.  Students will be provided
rubrics to follow and graded on their ability to meet its requirements.

                Participation:  A weekly participation grade will be given.  Student behavior, work ethic, and classroom
involvement will determine this grade.

Final Exams:  A final exam will be given at the end of each semester.  Final exams
will be cumulative and count towards 10% of the student’s overall grade.

Note: I reserve the right to assess student learning without prior notification.
Course Procedures:
                Students will be in their seats with all required materials before the bell rings.
Grading Scale: The following will be used to calculate student’s semester grade. 

                                Total Points = 90%
Semester Final = 10%

A+           99-100   A             94-98     A-            92-93
B+           90-91     B             85-89     B-            83-84
C+           81-82     C             76-80     C-            74-75
D+           72-73     D             67-71     D-            65-66
F              Below 65
Late Work:  All homework and projects will be due at the beginning of the hour on the date which it is due, unless otherwise specified.  Homework turned in after this is late, late homework will be given a possible 75% credit.  If late work persists beyond the Chapter Quiz a zero may be assessed.  Suspension: half credit will be awarded for completed work.
Movies:  Scenes from a variety of films will be shown throughout the semester.  Their purpose is to aid students in their understanding and encourage critical thought on U.S. History.  Permission slips  listing the USCCB’s ratings will be sent home and must be signed before the student may watch a film.  If permission is not granted an alternative assignment will be provided.
Academic Dishonesty: 
Cheating will not be tolerated.  Any form of academic dishonesty will merit a zero and demerit.  I withhold the right to evaluate each situation though, and provide just consequences towards the deviating action.
Course Rules:  Violation of the Course Rules will result in just consequences determined by the teacher,  and administration as necessary.
Those listed in the BCCHS agenda.
Respect yourself                                  Respect your neighbor                                        Respect all property
I have read, understood, and agreed to the entire syllabus.

____________________________                               ­­­_________
Student Signature                                                                Date

____________________________                               _________
Parent Signature                                                  Date

United States History Cont. Course Syllabus

 2011-2012

Email: jaaxchris@bcchs.org

                                 “Those who stand for nothing, fall for anything” AlexanderHamilton

   “Man is free, thanks to two guarantees: one economic, the other spiritual.” Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Teacher: Mr. Jaax

                                Available Hours: Due to coaching commitments only before school from 7:25 – 7:50
During winter sports season I will also be available after school from 3:15 – 3:45

Course Description:

This is a U.S. History survey course covering the rise of the United States after WWI to the United States’ role as a world power in the 20th Century.  Students will analyze key social, economic, and political activity throughout this time period. 

Materials Needed:

                Textbook:                                                Pen & Paper
Agenda                                                                                                                  Notebook or Binder

Course Goals:

                The continued development and formation of a young Catholic Christian.

The learner uses a working knowledge and understanding of the material outlined by the Kansas High
School History-Govt.-Economics-Geography assessment standards.
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1715
The learner engages in historical thinking skills.
Course Evaluation:
Quizzes and Tests:  A Chapter Quiz will be given following the conclusion of each
Chapt.  A Unit Test will be given following the conclusion of each Unit.

                Homework: Independent readings, worksheets, maps, and textbook assignments will be assigned.

                Projects:  Projects will be assigned throughout the course.  Students will be provided
rubrics to follow and graded on their ability to meet its requirements.

                Participation:  A weekly participation grade will be given.  Student behavior, work ethic, and classroom
involvement will determine this grade.

Final Exams:  A final exam will be given at the end of each semester.  Final exams
will be cumulative and count towards 10% of the student’s overall grade.

Note: I reserve the right to assess student learning without prior notification.

Course Procedures:
                Students will be in their seats with all required materials before the bell rings.
Grading Scale: The following will be used to calculate student’s semester grade. 

                                Total Points = 90%
Semester Final = 10%

A+           99-100   A             94-98     A-            92-93
B+           90-91     B             85-89     B-            83-84
C+           81-82     C             76-80     C-            74-75
D+           72-73     D             67-71     D-            65-66
F              Below 65
Late Work:  All homework and projects will be due at the beginning of the hour on the date which it is due, unless otherwise specified.  Homework turned in after this is late, late homework will be given a possible 75% credit.  If late work persists beyond the Chapter Quiz a zero may be assessed.  Suspension: half credit will be awarded for completed work.
Movies:  Scenes from a variety of films will be shown throughout the semester.  Their purpose is to aid students in their understanding and encourage critical thought on U.S. History.  Permission slips  listing the USCCB’s ratings will be sent home and must be signed before the student may watch a film.  If permission is not granted an alternative assignment will be provided.
Academic Dishonesty: 
Cheating will not be tolerated.  Any form of academic dishonesty will merit a zero and demerit.  I withhold the right to evaluate each situation though, and provide just consequences towards the deviating action.
Course Rules:  Violation of the Course Rules will result in just consequences determined by the teacher, and administration as necessary.
Those listed in the BCCHS agenda.
Respect yourself                                  Respect your neighbor                                        Respect all property
I have read, understood, and agreed to the entire syllabus.
____________________________                ­­­_________
Student Signature                                           Date

____________________________                _________
Parent Signature                                              Date

United States Government Course Syllabus

2011-2012

Email: jaaxchris@bcchs.org

“In framing a government which is to be administered by men over men the great difficulty lies in this: You must first enable the government to control the governed, and in the next place, oblige it to control itself”
                                                                             - AlexanderHamilton

  “Man is free, thanks to two guarantees: one economic, the other spiritual.”- Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Teacher: Mr. Jaax

                Available Hours: Due to coaching commitments only before school from 7:25 – 7:50
During winter sports season I will also be available after school from 3:15 – 3:45

Course Description:

                The student will understand and have a working knowledge of governmental systems of the United
States and other nations with an emphasis on the U.S. Constitution, the necessity for the rule of law, the civic values of the American Constitutional democracy, and the rights, privileges, and moral responsibilities to become active participants in the democratic process and one's faith.

Materials Needed:
                Textbook:                                                Pen & Paper
Agenda                                                                                                                  Notebook or Binder

Course Goals:
The continued development and formation of young Catholic Christians.

The learner uses a working knowledge and understanding of the material outlined by the Kansas High
School History-Govt.-Economics-Geography assessment standards.
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1715
The learner engages in historical thinking skills.
The learner is able to discuss current events throughout the U.S. and World and understands their possible involvement
Course Evaluation:
Quizzes and Tests:  A Chapter Quiz will be given following the conclusion of each
Chapt.  A Unit Test will be given following the conclusion of each Unit.

                Homework: Independent readings, worksheets, maps, and textbook assignments will be assigned.

                Projects:  Projects will be assigned throughout the course.  Students will be provided
rubrics to follow and graded on their ability to meet its requirements.

                Participation:  A weekly participation grade will be given.  Student behavior, work ethic, and classroom
involvement will determine this grade.

Final Exams:  A final exam will be given at the end of each semester.  Final exams
will be cumulative and count towards 10% of the student’s overall grade.

Note: I reserve the right to assess student learning without prior notification.

Course Procedures:
                Students will be in their seats with all required materials before the bell rings.
Grading Scale: The following will be used to calculate student’s semester grade. 

                                Total Points = 90%
Semester Final = 10%

A+           99-100   A             94-98     A-            92-93
B+           90-91     B             85-89     B-            83-84
C+           81-82     C             76-80     C-            74-75
D+           72-73     D             67-71     D-            65-66
F              Below 65
Late Work:  All homework and projects will be due at the beginning of the hour on the date which it is due, unless otherwise specified.  Homework turned in after this is late, late homework will be given a possible 75% credit.  If late work persists beyond the Chapter Quiz a zero may be assessed.  Suspension: half credit will be awarded for completed work.
Movies/TV:  Scenes from a variety of films and television programs will be shown throughout the semester.  Their purpose is to aid students in their understanding and encourage critical thought on Govt. and politics.  Permission slips  listing the USCCB’s ratings will be sent home and must be signed before the student may watch a film.  If permission is not granted an alternative assignment will be provided.
Academic Dishonesty: 
Cheating will not be tolerated.  Any form of academic dishonesty will merit a zero and demerit.  I withhold the right to evaluate each situation though, and provide just consequences towards the deviating action.
Course Rules:  Violation of the Course Rules will result in just consequences determined by the teacher, and administration as necessary.
Those listed in the BCCHS agenda.
Respect yourself                                  Respect your neighbor                                        Respect all property
I have read, understood, and agreed to the entire syllabus.
____________________________                ­­­_________
Student Signature                                           Date

____________________________                _________
Parent Signature                                              Date