1. Welcome! Ms. Larriva 8 th Grade Civics

2. About Me B.S. Criminal Justice – Radford University M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction – George Mason University M.Ed. Technology in Schools – George Mason University Tanya.larriva@lcps.org or (571) 434-4420 Tanya.larriva@lcps.org

3. Units of Study Citizenship Elections Founding Documents The Constitution Public Policy: The Legislative & Executive Branches Judicial System State and Local Government Economics Careers and Personal Finance

4. Homework Policy Please list information on your homework policy including: Students always have homework to review material from previous classes On occasion work will be assigned from class to be finished at home. Students receive written feedback on their homework and class work assignments that are collected. Homework may be accessed on my webpage calendar.

5. Upcoming Assignments Unit 1 Test will be on Monday, September 17 th for A day students Tuesday, September 18 th is the test day for B day students

6. Student Expectations Students will come to class prepared. They will give their best in terms of work and class participation.

7. Frequently Asked Questions 1. How do I know what homework students have? On the website calendar, it's posted on the due date. 2. How is my child doing? CLARITY portal is opening on October 3rd or e- mail for a conference 3. What's the best way to contact you? E mail is the best communication tool. If you need a conference, contact the counselor Liz Diamond

8. On my webpage: Welcome Curriculum Online Textbook Online Resources Assignments & Important Dates Calendar