8th Grade Social Studies Syllabus
Instructor
Herbert Ferguson
Phone
708 799 2321
Email
[email protected]
Course Overview and Intent
My intent is to teach Social Studies by providing interesting activities that will encourage critical thinking and thoughtful discussion.
Major Topics
US Government, The US Constitution, Genocide, Economics, Civics, Geography, The Congressional Hearings Project
Required Materials
Pocket Folder, Spiral Notebook, Blue/Black Pen, Red Pen
Grades
 60% Quizzes and Tests
 40% Homework and Participation
Class Expectations
1. Be on time.
2. Bring all needed materials every day.
3. Respect the learning environment.

Classroom Officers & Duties
President: Presents daily announcements and helps pass out papers.
Vice-President: helps pass out papers and fills in for other absent officers.
Treasurer: Collects daily work from students and helps to pass out papers.
Secretary: Takes daily attendance and helps to pass out papers.