Fillmore Central School

Mrs. Ellsworth

Business Law

Course Description: Business Law is a full-year course. It focuses on both the substance and the process of our legal system and reflects many social and ethical issues. In addition, the course has great practical value, providing background for professional explorations and illuminating the problems of private life. At the end of this course, students will not only have improved academic knowledge of law but also gainful insight and appreciation for the legal system.

Requirements & Expectations

Materials Required for Class

Each student will be required to bring his or her books to every class. Along with their books they should also have a folder marked “Business Law Notebook.” This should also be brought to every class and be used to store their required notes and all papers completed or given out in class. Notebook checks will be done throughout the year.

Behavior & Expectations

1. Be on time to class.

2. Always be prepared with materials necessary for class.

3. Show respect for your classmates, yourself, the equipment and your teacher.

4. All assignments must be completed on time. Points will be deducted for being late. You are responsible for any work missed.

5. Be sure to prepare for quizzes and tests and get help if you need it.

6. You are expected to do your part in keeping this room clean and free from graffiti.

7. Because our classroom is a computer lab there are special rules that pertain:

No food or drink will be allowed in the classroom.

Do not touch the computer unless directed to do so.

Chairs should not leave your computer station (no rolling around room).

Be sure to push your chair in each time you exit your station.

Raise your hand when in need of assistance.

8. All other school rules and regulations apply in this classroom.

Grading Procedures

Student grades will be determined by averaging tests and projects (67%), homework, in-class assignments, quizzes, participation, etc. (33%). Each chapter will contain projects, quizzes, and written assignments interspersed for assessment purposes. At the end of each chapter students will be given a chapter test covering the information taught. A midterm examination will be given in January and a final examination will be given in June.