Honors Civics 3rd Quarter 2009-10 Mr. Meli
Extra Credit Options
You may complete any or all of the following options. Options 3 & 4 must be turned in by Friday 4/23/2010 to receive any extra credit. Assignments will be AVERAGED IN to your overall grade, raising your "earned points" and "max points"
Option #1:Beautify BMHS: Help the 2nd annual BMHS school cleanup on Saturday April 24 from 9:30-12:30. Volunteering is an essential civic responsibility for citizens of the United States. Must notify Mr. Meli in advance if you wish to receive extra credit, and must attend for a minimum of 2 hours. 50 pts
Option #2: Play dress-up: Wear formal clothing during your group’s final presentation on Thursday 4/22. Formal dress means no jeans or shorts. Dress paints, button-down shirt or blouse, dress, skirt, or other “formal wear.” Ties and/or suits welcome. Wow your fellow party members, opponents, and teacher. Any individual who dresses up will receive the extra credit points. 20 points
Option #3: Know Your Federal Agencies: Visit: http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/Federal/All_Agencies/index.shtml
This site has links to the hundreds of federal agencies that are under control of the executive branch (The President). Choose 5 agencies to research and write a 1-2 page (double spaced, 12 pt font typed) report on each agency. Give a brief description of what the agency does, and why it is a worthy recipient of taxpayer money. 50 Points
Option #4: What is the county’s budget? Visit:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/Overview/
The Office of Management and Budget releases the President’s federal budget to the public to view. Look at this site for details on the President’s 2011 Budget. From the categories listed on the site, look at the details of the budget, and summarize (in your own words) the spending (and rationale behind it) for 5 categories. Summaries should be 1-2 (double spaced, 12pt font typed) pages in length. 50 Points
