Accounting I
Course Overview and Syllabus
Coach McClanahan – Room N201 – 281.634.5428
James.mcclanahan@fortbendisd.com
Course Overview
In this class students will investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry
standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors.
Students reflect on this knowledge as they record, classify, summarize, analyze, and communicate
accounting information. Students formulate and interpret financial management information.
Course Outline
Nine-Week
Period
1st
Nine Weeks
2nd
Nine Weeks
3rd
Nine Weeks
4th
Nine Weeks
Unit Name
Estimated
Time Frame
Course Overview and Unit 1 – Introduction to Accounting
1 Week
Unit 1 – Introduction to Accounting, Ethics
1 Weeks
Unit 2 – Basic Accounting Cycle
7 Week
Mini Practice Set One
1 Weeks
Unit 2 – Basic Accounting, Sole Proprietorships and Capstone Project
5 Weeks
Unit 3 – Payroll Accounting, Chapters 12 and 13
3 Weeks
Unit 4 – Accounting Cycle for Merchandising
6 Weeks
Mini Practice Set 4 (Peachtree)
1 Week
Unit 4 – Accounting Cycle for Merchandising and Capstone Projects
2 Weeks
Unit 4 – Accounting Cycle for Merchandising
2 Weeks
Unit 5 – Accounting for Special Procedures
6 Weeks
Review and Semester Exams
1 Week
Supplies
Folder with pockets, pencil (ink is not allowed for classwork), notebook or paper for taking class
notes, 6-inch ruler, calculator. Working papers will be provided.
Grading Procedure
Each 9 weeks grading period will consist of a minimum of 14 graded items according to FBISD
board policy.
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At least 11 Minor Grades: Daily work, class work, homework, quizzes, etc.
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At least 3 Major Grades: Exams, projects, etc.
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Retesting will be made available for students scoring less than 75% on a major
exam. Students must attend a tutorial session or complete other approved
remediation activities prior to retaking the exam. The maximum score that may be
earned on a retest is 75%.
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Students must complete remediation before retesting. The retest must be
completed within 5 days of the original test.
Minor Grade Late Work Policy
Students will be informed of specific time lines and due dates for assignments. Work is to be handed
in on the day it is due. Work that is one day late will receive a maximum score of 75, two days a
maximum of 50. Work that is more than 2 days late will receive a grade of 0.
Students are responsible for obtaining materials and instructions for missed
work when they return to class after an absence.
Conference/Extra Help
Students may make arrangements to come in for tutoring or makeup work before or after school.
There is no set tutorial time. Tutorials are by appointment only.
The best way for parents and students to reach me is by email, but you may call 281.634.5428
during the school day and leave a message. I will return your call as soon as possible.