Mrs. Christi Cravens

ccravens@aaechighschools.com

(480)854-1504

About Mrs. Cravens

Mrs. Cravens grew up in Nashville, TN. She went to the University of Evansville in Indiana and graduated with a BS in Political Science with minors in French and International Studies. During her Sophomore year at UE, she spent a semester at the university’s British campus, Harlaxton College. During that time Mrs. Craves was able to tour much of Europe and greatly enjoyed it. After graduation, Mrs. Cravens decided to pursue her Masters degree in education at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. She graduated in 2002. She taught and coached cheerleading at Father Ryan High School (her alma mater) in Nashville for two years before getting married and moving to Mesa. Mrs. Cravens taught for 2 years at Notre Dame Prep in Scottsdale and 1 year at Kino Jr High in Mesa before joining AAEC in 2007. She currently teaches World Geography, US History, and International Business and moderates Student Council and SAmbas. She is also the chair of the Social Studies Department. Mrs. Cravens likes to travel, workout, watch movies, and play with her dog, Darla.

US History 1st Semester Syllabus

Class Description: We will be studying the history of our country. We will begin with the colonial period and end the semester with the Spanish American War.

Materials: You need to have materials to take notes and a place to keep your notes, warm-ups, and handouts. You will be required to have a 3-ring binder with 5 dividers (warm-ups, notes, homework, graded papers, and handouts).

Expectations: I expect you to come to class prepared, listen when others are speaking, keep up with the reading, respect yourself and others, put forth your best effort, and ask for help when you need it. You can expect me to be prepared, respect you, be fair, listen to you, and help you when you need it.

Class Rules:

Follow all school rules.

Respect yourself and others.

Use appropriate language.

No ipods, phones, or other electronic devices

Late Policy: You are expected to be in your desk when the second bell rings. If you are not, you will be counted as late. After being late three times in a semester, you will receive a lunch detention. You will receive a lunch detention for each time you are late after the third time.

Unit Homework : For each unit, you will be given vocabulary words to define and questions from each section of the chapter(s). You will be given time in class to work on the homework, but may still have to take it home. Homework is due on the day of the test and is worth 30 points.

Warm-ups: Each day there will be a warm-up question on the board. You will be expected to write the question, the date, and answer. Answers should be 1-2 paragraphs in length. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to find out what the warm-up was and complete it. I will collect warm-ups at the end of each month. Warm-ups are worth 30 points.

Tests: Tests will cover the reading, homework, notes, class activities, videos, handouts, and class discussions. Tests will consist of vocabulary (I’ll give you the word, you give me the definition), multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions. Study guides will be given out before the test and will be worth 5 extra credit points on the test.

National History Day (NHD) Project- You will be creating a NHD project with the opportunity to enter the regional competition. This will be an ongoing project which will require research and work outside of class. I will give you more information in the upcoming days. If you would like to know more about it now please check out the following website: www.nationalhistoryday.org

Cheating/Plagiarism: If you cheat or plagiarize you will given a ZERO on the test/assignment, given an office referral, and your parents will be notified. This includes copying someone else’s homework, as well as giving someone your homework to copy or giving someone the answers. You will not be allowed to make up assignments/tests if you are caught cheating. If you have a question about how to put information in your own words, you must come see me BEFORE the assignment is due.

Makeup Work/Tests: If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed and to schedule any tests or quizzes. You have ONE WEEK to make up ALL assignments and/or tests that you missed when you have an excused absence. After one week, all missing assignments and/or tests will become a ZERO. If you missed notes, it is your responsibility to copy them from a classmate. I will not print copies of notes. If it is an extended absence, I will work with you to create a schedule for turning in makeup work.

Unexcused Absence: If you have an unexcused absence in my class, you will be given a lunch detention and will receive a ZERO on any assignments/tests that you missed that day.

Due Dates: Assignments are due at the beginning of class. Any assignment turned in after my “last call” for assignments will be considered late. Projects are due at the beginning of class on the day they are due- NO EXCEPTIONS! If you are absent, you need to figure out a way to get the project to me on time- have someone else bring it to school, email it to me, hire a carrier pigeon, etc. COMPUTER/PRINTER PROBLEMS ARE NOT AN EXCUSE FOR LATE WORK! YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PRINT ASSIGNMENTS IN THE OFFICE OR LEAVE CLASS TO PRINT IT IN THE COMPUTER LAB!

Late Work: If you do not turn in your work when it is due, you may turn it in before 3pm the following school day for half credit. After that, you must use a late coupon.

Late Coupons: You will be given FOUR late coupons for the semester. You may use these to turn in work that is late for full credit. You must attach your late coupon to your assignment. You will be given opportunities throughout the semester to earn late coupons. If you lose your late coupons, you will not be given new ones. If you turn in all assignments and still have late coupons at the end of the semester, you may turn them in for extra credit.

Typing Assignments: Anytime you type an assignment (sometimes I will require you to do so), it MUST be in Times New Roman, no larger than 12 font, and double spaced. Whenever using any resource besides your brain, you MUST include citations and a works cited page/bibliography. Wikipedia is NOT a reliable source and I will not accept it. You may use either MLA or APA format. A helpful website is: www.owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource

Grades/Grade Updates: My grades are based on total points. To figure out your grade simply divide your actual points by the total possible points. I will have assignment sheets available for you to track your grade yourself. Grades will be updated once a week on Micrograde, please check it regularly. I will also require you to print out a grade printout once every two weeks and have it signed by your parents. I will not print these out for you. If you have a problem with Micrograde, please see Mr. Littlefield for assistance.

Final Exam: At the end of the semester there will be a comprehensive final exam. If you have an A in the class you will be exempt from the exam. I will let you know who you are by Thursday December 10^th.

Planners: You will be expected to have a planner in which you write down each day’s assignments. I will sign these everyday.

World History 1st Semester Syllabus

Class Description: We will be studying the history of the world. The first semester will begin with ancient civilizations and end the semester with the French Revolution.

Materials: You need to have materials to take notes and a place to keep your notes, warm-ups, and handouts. I recommend a 3-ring binder with 5 dividers (warm-ups, notes, homework, graded papers, and handouts). You also need a pen or pencil- any color is fine EXCEPT red. You will also need a planner.

Writing in Red Ink: If you turn something in that is written in red ink, I will give it back to you to redo in another color.

Expectations: I expect you to come to class prepared, listen when others are speaking, keep up with the reading, respect yourself and others, put forth your best effort, and ask for help when you need it. You can expect me to be prepared, respect you, be fair, listen to you, and help you when you need it.

Class Rules:

Follow all school rules.

Respect yourself and others.

Use appropriate language.

No ipods, phones, or other electronic devices

Consequences for Breaking Rules

First Offense- Warning

Second Offense- Detention and parental notification

Third Offense- Office referral

Late Policy: You are expected to be in your desk when the second bell rings. If you are not, you will be counted as late. After being late three times in a semester, you will receive a lunch detention. You will receive a lunch detention for each time you are late after the third time.

Unit Homework For each unit, you will be given unit homework which will include vocabulary and questions from the book. Homework is due on the day of the test and is worth 50 points.

Warm-ups: Each day there will be a warm-up question on the board. You will be expected to write the date, the question, and answer. Answers should be 1-2 paragraphs in length. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to find out what the warm-up was and complete it. I will collect warm-ups at the end of each month. Warm-ups are worth 30 points.

Tests: Tests will cover the reading, homework, notes, class activities, videos, handouts, and class discussions. Tests will consist of vocabulary (I’ll give you the word, you give me the definition), multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions. Study guides will be given out before the test. If you complete the study guide you will receive 5 extra credit points on the test.

Cheating/Plagiarism: If you cheat or plagiarize you will given a ZERO on the test/assignment, given an office referral, and your parents will be notified. This includes copying someone else’s homework, as well as giving someone your homework to copy or giving someone the answers. You will not be allowed to make up assignments/tests if you are caught cheating.

Makeup Work/Tests: If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed and to schedule any tests or quizzes. If you missed notes, it is your responsibility to copy them from a classmate. I will not print copies of notes. If it is an extended absence, I will work with you to create a schedule for turning in makeup work.

Unexcused Absence: If you have an unexcused absence in my class, you will be given a lunch detention and will receive a ZERO on any assignments/tests that you missed that day.

Due Dates: Assignments are due at the beginning of class. Any assignment turned in after my “last call” for assignments must have a late coupon attached. Projects are due at the beginning of class on the day they are due- NO EXCEPTIONS! If you are absent, you need to figure out a way to get the project to me on time- have someone else bring it to school, email it to me, hire a carrier pigeon, etc.

Late Coupons: You will be given TWO late coupons for the semester and will be able to earn more late coupons throughout the semester. You may use these to turn in work that is late for full credit. You must attach your late coupon to your assignment. I will not accept any late work without a late coupon. Anything that is not turned in on time will become a zero. COMPUTER/PRINTER PROBLEMS ARE NOT AN EXCUSE FOR LATE WORK! YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PRINT ASSIGNMENTS IN THE OFFICE!

Typing Assignments: Anytime you type an assignment (sometimes I will require you to do so), it MUST be in Times New Roman, no larger than 12 font, and double spaced. Whenever using any resource other than your brain, you MUST include citations and a works cited page/bibliography. You may use either MLA or APA format. A helpful website is: www.owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource

Grades/Grade Updates: My grades are based on total points. To figure out your grade simply divide your actual points by the total possible points.

Micrograde: You and your parents are expected to check micrograde on a regular basis. Grades will be updated at least once a week. I will not print grade printouts or look up missing assignments for you, you are responsible for looking them up on your own.

Tutoring: I am available to help you before or after school if you need. You may also sit in my room after school to complete homework until 3:45pm. If you need help, you need to let me know. If I don’t hear from you, I will assume that you understand everything.

No Name Papers: You are expected to put your name on all papers that you turn in. If I find a paper with no name I will hang it on the board. If you find one of your papers there, please take it down, put your name on it, and turn it in again to receive full credit. Once the board is full, I will take down all papers and throw them away. It is YOUR responsibility to check the board for your papers.

Respect for the Classroom: This classroom has to be used by over 100 students per day. Please be respectful and pick up after yourselves. If you have trash, put it in the trash can. If you use a book, put it neatly back on the shelf or under the desk. If you use other materials, put them back where they belong.

Final Exam: The final exam will be comprehensive- it will cover all material covered throughout the course of the semester. If you have a grade of 95% or higher, you will be exempt from the final exam. I will let you know if you are exempt on Thursday December 9^th.

American Government Syllabus

Class Description: We will be studying how our government works at the federal, state, and local levels, as well as citizen participation, and issues facing the US today.

Materials: You need to have materials to take notes and a place to keep your notes, warm-ups, and handouts. I recommend a 3-ring binder with 5 dividers (warm-ups, notes, homework, graded papers, and handouts). You also need a pen or pencil- any color is fine EXCEPT red.

Writing in Red Ink: If you turn something in that is written in red ink, I will give it back to you to redo in another color.

Expectations: I expect you to come to class prepared, listen when others are speaking, keep up with the reading, respect yourself and others, put forth your best effort, and ask for help when you need it. You can expect me to be prepared, respect you, be fair, listen to you, and help you when you need it.

Class Rules:

Follow all school rules.

Respect yourself and others.

Use appropriate language.

No ipods, phones, or other electronic devices

Late Policy: You are expected to be in your desk when the second bell rings. If you are not, you will be counted as late. After being late three times in a semester, you will receive a lunch detention. You will receive a lunch detention for each time you are late after the third time.

Unit Homework For each unit, you will be given unit homework which will include vocabulary and questions from the book. Homework is due on the day of the test and is worth 50 points.

Warm-ups: Each day there will be a warm-up question on the board. You will be expected to write the date, the question, and answer. Answers should be 1-2 paragraphs in length. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to find out what the warm-up was and complete it. I will collect warm-ups at the end of each month. Warm-ups are worth 30 points.

Tests: Tests will cover the reading, homework, notes, class activities, videos, handouts, and class discussions. Tests will consist of vocabulary (I’ll give you the word, you give me the definition), multiple choice, short answer, and essay questions. Study guides will be given out before the test. If you complete the study guide you will receive 5 extra credit points on the test.

Cheating/Plagiarism: If you cheat or plagiarize you will given a ZERO on the test/assignment, given an office referral, and your parents will be notified. This includes copying someone else’s homework, as well as giving someone your homework to copy or giving someone the answers. You will not be allowed to make up assignments/tests if you are caught cheating.

Makeup Work/Tests: If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed and to schedule any tests or quizzes. If you missed notes, it is your responsibility to copy them from a classmate. I will not print copies of notes. If it is an extended absence, I will work with you to create a schedule for turning in makeup work.

Unexcused Absence: If you have an unexcused absence in my class, you will be given a lunch detention and will receive a ZERO on any assignments/tests that you missed that day.

Due Dates: Assignments are due at the beginning of class. Any assignment turned in after my “last call” for assignments must have a late coupon attached. Projects are due at the beginning of class on the day they are due- NO EXCEPTIONS! If you are absent, you need to figure out a way to get the project to me on time- have someone else bring it to school, email it to me, hire a carrier pigeon, etc.

Late Coupons: You will be given TWO late coupons for the semester and will be able to earn more late coupons throughout the semester. You may use these to turn in work that is late for full credit. You must attach your late coupon to your assignment. I will not accept any late work without a late coupon. Anything that is not turned in on time will become a zero. COMPUTER/PRINTER PROBLEMS ARE NOT AN EXCUSE FOR LATE WORK! YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PRINT ASSIGNMENTS IN THE OFFICE!

Typing Assignments: Anytime you type an assignment (sometimes I will require you to do so), it MUST be in Times New Roman, no larger than 12 font, and double spaced. Whenever using any resource other than your brain, you MUST include citations and a works cited page/bibliography. You may use either MLA or APA format. A helpful website is: www.owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource

Grades/Grade Updates: My grades are based on total points. To figure out your grade simply divide your actual points by the total possible points.

Micrograde: You and your parents are expected to check micrograde on a regular basis. Grades will be updated at least once a week. I will not print grade printouts or look up missing assignments for you, you are responsible for looking them up on your own.

Tutoring: I am available to help you before or after school if you need. You may also sit in my room after school to complete homework until 3:45pm. If you need help, you need to let me know. If I don’t hear from you, I will assume that you understand everything.

No Name Papers: You are expected to put your name on all papers that you turn in. If I find a paper with no name I will hang it on the board. If you find one of your papers there, please take it down, put your name on it, and turn it in again to receive full credit. Once the board is full, I will take down all papers and throw them away. It is YOUR responsibility to check the board for your papers.

Respect for the Classroom: This classroom has to be used by over 100 students per day. Please be respectful and pick up after yourselves. If you have trash, put it in the trash can. If you use a book, put it neatly back on the shelf or under the desk. If you use other materials, put them back where they belong.

Final Exam: The final exam will be comprehensive- it will cover all material covered throughout the course of the semester. If you have a grade of 95% or higher, you will be exempt from the final exam. I will let you know if you are exempt on Thursday December 9^th.