Jun 09

Government – 6/08-6/10

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Objectives

  • Explain the function of the Supreme Court
  • Identify ways in which the nomination of Supreme Court justices is and is not political
  • Compare judicial philosophies
  • Summarize the debate surrounding the most recent Supreme Court nomination

Classwork – Due Wednesday
A. Judicial Branch Google Classroom Doc
Part 1 – Read iCivics Supreme Court Nominations & Answer Questions
Part 2 – Summary Kavanaugh confirmed to Supreme Court – Read Article
B. iLearn Supreme Court Video with Questions

Jun 04

Your grades

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For the 6th marking period:

  • Students receive feedback on weekly assignments in the form of narrative comments. 
  • Staff will input grades at least weekly in the gradebook as work is completed.  This will be available in parent/student connect for parents and students to view.
  • For each class, if a student participates in the learning, he/she will receive credit.  The following will apply:
  • Students who do the following will earn the grade of A recorded:
    • Engage in at least 75% of the remote lessons and hangouts.
    • Submit and earn a passing grade on at least 75% of the assignments.
  • Students who do the following will earn the grade of G which awards credit:
    • Engage in 60-74% of the remote lessons and hangouts.
    • Submit and earn a passing grade on at least 60-74% of the assignments.
  • Students who do the following will earn the grade of N which is no credit given:
    • Engage in less than 60%  of the remote lessons and hangouts.
    • Submit and earn a passing grade on less than 60% of the assignments.
  • If a student chooses not to participate and cannot be reached despite numerous attempts, the student receives N for no credit.  The teacher must submit the credit/no credit form by May 15th for seniors and May 28th for 9th-11th grade students. The principal must approve.  
  • If a student is unable to participate due to family hardship, the student will be excused from work and will receive credit.  This evidence will be documented in the building log. 
Jun 01

Government 6/01-6/03

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Objectives

  • Analyze the broad executive powers the President has at his disposal.
  • Form opinions on how and when these executive powers should be utilized.
  • Examine executive powers through the use of multimedia resources/ current events.

Classwork

  • Due Wednesday 6/03 – Google Classroom
  • Due Friday 6/05 – Google Classroom & iLearn Video Questions
May 25

Government 5/25-5/29

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Objectives:

  • Identify powers of the executive branch described in Article II of the U.S. Constitution
  • Describe the responsibilities of the president and vice president
  • Identify key departments in the executive branch
  • Explain the roles and responsibilities of executive departments and the president’s cabinet.

Classwork

PART I
Article 2 – Executive Branch Google Doc: Read excerpts from Article II of the Constitution and interpret them as they relate to the duties of the President. There are many resources online that can assist you with the interpretation of the the Constitution and specific articles if you need assistance. – The Google Sheet is due friday

PART II
You will need to Complete the Kahoot Challenge with a score above a 60% by Friday – The materials to read are attached in Google Classroom – All in a Day’s Work and A Very Big Branch

Your grades are recorded on Kahoot and you can retry until you meet the criteria. Make sure you Type Your Full Name in the Kahoot

Kahoot

Game PIN: 02376154

https://kahoot.it/challenge/02376154?challenge-id=4d68bd56-8f84-4275-9ecf-8e73458358a1_1590786527818

May 18

Government – 5/18-5/21

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I. Objectives:

  • Explain the structure and powers of the legislative branch of the U.S. federal government
  • Describe the legislative process in the U.S. Congress
  • Identify the legislative branch’s role in the system of checks and balances/separation of powers

II.  Classwork:

A. Due Wednesday – iCivics Congress in a Flash

  • Read the directions on Google Classroom – If the file gives you trouble, there is another on iLearn.

B. Due Friday – Chapter 11 Section 2 & 4 Questions

May 17

AP Economics

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Dear Colleague,

Today we reached the midway point of the two-week primary administration. We couldn’t be more proud of the hundreds of thousands of students who showed up for the opportunity to claim the college credit they worked for all year, despite widespread school closures.

Students have taken nearly 2.2 million AP® Exams, across 15 courses. After the first week of testing, our data show the vast majority of students successfully completed their exams.

However, some students have encountered challenges submitting their responses, and we’ve been listening closely to each student, parent, or educator who reports a problem. Beginning Monday, May 18, we’re changing processes to address some of these concerns.

To help support your students during testing, please share the information below with them.
Submitting Exam Responses
We share the deep disappointment of students who were unable to submit responses.
•Beginning Monday, May 18, and continuing through the makeup window, there will be a backup email submission process for browser-based exams.
•This option will only be available for students who were not able to submit in the standard process—and they must then email their responses immediately following their exam.
•These students will see instructions about how to email their response on the page that says, “We Did Not Receive Your Response.” The email address that appears on this page will be unique to each student.
•Any student testing between May 18–22 who can’t successfully upload their response through the exam platform or send it to us by email, will need to request a makeup exam.
•To protect the security and validity of exams, we’re unable to accept submissions from students who tested May 11–15. However, these students can feel confident that the email option will be in place for them during the makeup exams
•Email submissions will not be available for the World Language exams.
Setting Up Your Students for Success
Given the wide variety of devices, browsers, and connectivity solutions students have access to, we’re unable to prevent every possible local error from occurring during the exam. In advance of the administration, we created a testing guide, Exam demo, and test day checklist to help students avoid potential issues. It’s important that students review this information and know to:
•Locate their e-ticket, which is emailed two days before each exam
•Use a recommended browser, update it to the latest version, and disable plugins
•Keep an eye on the time and begin their submission at the 5-minute mark
Additional tips to help your students succeed are available here.

Students taking World Language and Culture exams, which begin on Monday, May 18, must:
•Download the free AP World Languages Exam App (WLEA)
•Set their device to “Do Not Disturb”
•Check to ensure they have enough storage on their device
World Language students should also watch the exam walk-through video, and check our website for more guidance.

Thank you for all you continue to do to support your students during this challenging time.

With gratitude,

Advanced Placement Program
May 11

Government – 5/11-5/15

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Learning Objectives

  • Explain the structure and powers of the legislative branch of the U.S. federal government
  • Describe the legislative process in the U.S. Congress
  • Identify the legislative branch’s role in the system of checks and balances/separation of powers

Due Wednesday – Google Classroom

  • Legislative Questions – Watch the video & read the paper attached

Due Friday – – Google Classroom

  • Chapter 11 Section 1 Reading Comprehension
  • iLearn textbook Chapter 11 Section 1 Read pages 296-303