SS2016W US Government Web T1

This course expands on the student*s Civics and American History education. It focuses on the workings of the federal government, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Students will understand the basic principles and foundations of American Government and apply that to be active participants in their society. They will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge to real world examples by observing a government or civic meeting. In numerous activities, students will analyze their role in a democratic society. They will examine how governmental issues are observable in current events, thus making strong connections between what is studied in class and what is happening in the world outside the classroom.