12^th Grade:

 

American Government and Politics

This is a political science course that focuses on the development of political thought throughout United States History. Students will do an in depth study of the Founding Era with particular emphasis placed upon the founding documents and the Constitutional Convention. In order to trace the development of political thought over time, students will study and present key Supreme Court Cases, examine the changing roles of Congress and the Executive branch, and analyze the effects of interest groups and lobbyist upon our political system. Students will be expected to write essays, case summaries, current event analysis, and participate in a civic engagement project.

Prerequisites: None

 

 

CHS American Government and Politics

This is a political science course that focuses on the development of political thought throughout United States History. Students will do an in depth study of the Founding Era with particular emphasis placed upon the founding documents and the Constitutional Convention. In order to trace the development of political thought over time, students will study and present key Supreme Court Cases, examine the changing roles of Congress and the Executive branch, and analyze the effects of interest groups and lobbyist upon our political system. Students will be expected to write essays, case summaries, current event analysis, and participate in a civic engagement project. Students will be evaluated according the rubrics and standards of the AP U.S. Government and Politics course.

Prerequisites: Student must have earned in A in Emergence of Mass Democracy or maintained a B or higher in CHS Emergence of Mass Democracy and have a teacher recommendation.

 

Curriculum Map for Foundations of the Republic (10th Grade)

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Curriculum Map for Emergence of Mass Democracy (11th Grade)

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