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Government & Economics is a required course for senior to complete
their graduation requirements. The course focuses on the structure and
development of political systems across history. Special attention will be
paid to the foundation and construction of the American constitutional
system.

The economics section focuses on the theory of economics, the
development of economic systems in conjunction with the development of
political systems, and the application of this theory by government.

All of the curricular subjects are based on the California Standards for
Government and Economics, Grade 12.

The course also will teach and assess the skills of reading and writing.
Reading skills is presented through the process of Reading
Apprenticeship; a process that entails the application of seven specific
steps required when "reading to learn."

Writing will be a focal point of the assessments throughout the term
including four in class essays and one constructed project. These essays
will take the form of evaluative and persuasive modes of writing.

An overview of the course components can be viewed in the Prezi below
or a hard copy printed for the current term through the Course outline link.

Reading Calendar for 2011-2012 school year.
What luck for
rulers that
men do not
think.
--Adolf Hitler