1. American Government and Economic Systems-Honors
Joel Wussler

2. Background – Mr. Wussler
B.A. Economics
East Stroudsburg University
5 Years in banking/commercial lending
Teacher Certification
UNC Charlotte
Masters of Classroom Technology
Wilkes University
Taught in Charlotte, NC for 3 years
In the district since 1999

3. Goals of the Course
Gain an understanding of the general workings of our political and economic systems and how they interconnect
What their roles are as citizens of the United States
What their responsibilities are as citizens of the United States

4. Assessment Marking Period Grade Unit Tests 60%
Quizzes/Projects/HW/Other 30%
Assignments Related to Book 10%
Semester Grade
1st MP Grade 33%
2nd MP Grade 33%
Core Assessment #1 10%
Core Assessment #2 10%
Final Exam 14%

5. E-mail is always most efficient jwussler@cbsd.org
Other Information
Textbook
Online – Clever App
Schoolwires
Contacting me
is always most efficient