Teacher:  Meredith Hamrick

Email:  mhamrick@greenvilleschools.us

Phone: 864-355-6628

Course Textbook:

CP- Understanding Economics

Honors- Economics Principle in Action

Course Description:

Economics is a standards-based study of the overall economy, including both macroeconomics and microeconomics, and personal financial literacy. This course aims to provide a basis for students to develop the skills necessary to live and thrive financially in the 21st century, and participate in society as active and informed decision-makers. Students will learn through the lens of inquiry and the application of economical thinking skills. Economics is required for graduation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

By the successful completion of this course, you will be able to use the skills of an economist to :

1. investigate how rational decisions are made using marginal analysis, and that all choices are met with consequences.

2.  Students will analyze how personal financial decisions related to careers, spending, and short- and long-term goal setting impact one’s standard of living and long-term financial well-being.  

Course Outline/ Scope and Sequence

First Quarter

Second Quarter

Third Quarter

Fourth Quarter

1. Economics Concepts- 5 days, 

2. Financial Literacy- 10 days. 

3. Microeconomics- 13 days

4. Macroeconomics- 13 days

Economics is a 9 weeks course that is usually paired with U.S. Government

1. Economics Concepts- 5 days, 

2. Financial Literacy- 10 days. 

3. Microeconomics- 13 days

4. Macroeconomics- 13 days

Economics is a 9 weeks course that is usually paired with U.S. Government

Annotated Book List:

• N/A

Required Materials:

1. Charged chromebook

2. Pen/Pencil

3.  Notebook or binder

Classroom Expectations:

1. Be on Time

2. Be Prepared

3. Be Respectful

Course Policies:

Grading Practices

• 60%- Students should expect to have 3 to 4 major assessments in each 9 weeks

• 40% - Students should expect to have 8-12 minor grades in each 9 weeks

Schoolwide Makeup Work Policy

• Students have 1 school day for each absence to 

  • submit missed work for full credit -OR-

  • arrange a new due date with the teacher within 5 school days (extenuating circumstances)

  • Make-up Tests will be scheduled by the teacher

• After this window, work is considered late

Schoolwide Late Work Policy (Does not apply to AP Courses)

• All minor assignments and projects will have a Due Date and a Final Deadline. 

1. Due Dates are the initial day an assignment is due. 

2. The Final Deadline is the last day an assignment will be accepted for credit.

3. Assignments submitted after the Due Date but before the Final Deadline may receive a late penalty.

• Minor Assignments and Homework

  • If not submitted by the Due Date: a grade of 0 will be recorded.

  • A Late Penalty of 25 points will be applied if the assignment is submitted before the Final Deadline.

  • Final Deadline: no work will be accepted after 3 school days or up to the end of quarter.

• Tests (Major Assessment)

  • Make-up Tests will be scheduled by the teacher

  • A student who refuses to take a scheduled test while present at school will receive a final grade of 0 on the assessment.

• Projects (Major Assessment)

  • If not submitted by the Due Date: a grade of 0 will be recorded.

  • A Late Penalty of 25 points will be applied if the project is submitted before the Final Deadline.

  • Final Deadline: no project will be accepted after 3 days MagicSchool Syllabus Statement

This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.

Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.

Generative AI Syllabus Statement

This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.

• Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
  
  

• Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
   

• Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
  
  

• Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.