Civics SAI (Period 6)

Course Description

Civics is the study of the American government. Students will understand the meaning of democracy and how America became a republic.  The policies and procedures of the American government, including how bills become law, is set within ght framework of Federal, State, and City government. The famous living documents which have guided the USA along with deeper study into what the Bill of Rights mean to every citizen will be analyzed. Students will also discuss their own rights and responsibilities as a citizen now and as an adult of this great United States of America.

This class has been developed so the students can have knowledge and express themselves on the subject in this ever evolving world. The SPHS Expected Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (ESLOS) will be followed so students will be able to think and produce in a variety of ways, communicate effectively, be resourceful, and be responsible and accountable in their community and beyond. Because of the expectations and guided work exploration of this class, the students will be headed towards the mission statement of South Pasadena High School which is to empower/enable students to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively, solve problems, set and reach goals, and work cooperatively and independently as responsible citizens of the community

The Common Core Curriculum Standards are guiding the subject matter in the class work, homework, tests, and projects so that 21st century skills can be obtained for life beyond high school.