Civics
Civics Week 7 Quarter 4- Note: FAST, E.O. C. testing may effect this schedule
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
-If time Begin Financial Literacy Lessons
(introduce money, monopoly)
-Organize student Folders
-K-W-L Budget---K-W-L entrepreneur
-Money, Saving, Budgets, Debt, Credit Cards, Comparing Prices
-Video- How to Authenticate U.S. Currency
-Discussion on U.S. Currency Denominations/Safety Features
-watch Video: What is a Monopoly?
-watch Video: How to Play Monopoly
-Discuss Monopoly adjusted for inflation
-Begin/Continue Monopoly
Civics Week 6 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
Civics Week 5 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Moved from Friday 5/16/2025 to Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
Civics Week 4 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Moved from Friday 5/16/2025 to Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Review Test Score Data/Student Results
Quiz********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. ********
Gateway Review- Legislative Branch
Gateway Review- Presidency/Executive Branch
Gateway Review- Judicial Branch
Homework:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
**If time begin Human Footprint DVD**
Handout- Human Footprint
SS.7.E.1.3- Review the concepts of supply and demand, choice, scarcity, and opportunity cost as they relate to the development of the mixed market economy in the United States.
Civics Week 3 Quarter 4- No School Friday 4/18/2025- 4/17/2025- Students please take a moment to complete the Mid-Year Student Perspective Survey today please.
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/16/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Review Test Score Data/Student Results
********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it at the end of this week. ********
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
-If Time- Video- The Human Footprint (play until 2:34)
-If Time- Begin-S.S. Cambridge Recycling Project- Troubled Waters
Civics Week 2 Quarter 4 Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Video- The Human Footprint (play until 2:34)
Begin-S.S. Cambridge Recycling Project- Troubled Waters
Civics Week 2 Quarter 4-********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it. ********
Notebook Check:
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Begin Civics E.O. C. Exam Review:
Gateway-Rule of Law
Gateway-Americas Founding Ideas
Gateway- Americans Declare their Independence
Gateway- The Story of Our Constitution
Gateway- Quick Tour of the U.S. Constitution
Gateway- Bill of Rights
-Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it.
-Kahoot Review
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/16/2025***
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
325-375 376-393 394-412 413-427 428-475
Students Review videos for the Civics EOC Exam:
Video Review:
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 1
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 2
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 3
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 4
Civics Week 1 Quarter 4- Note FAST writing may affect this Schedule
Note: Civics Mini Assessment #6 will be Thursday, Friday (4/3/25, 4/4/25)
***Handout Study guide For Civics Mini Assessment #6***
***-Kahoot Review-***
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
SS.7.CG.4.4- Note: District PPT reviewed in class and prior to district mini-assessment #6 for SS.7.CG.4.4- Explain the significance of September 11th, 2001.
(Make sure you have completed) Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 9 Quarter 3- Note: Field Trip Thursday 3/20/25 may affect this schedule (If possible Mini-Assessment #6 will be 3/19/25, 3/20/25)
*****Required Material for Medal of Honor Day*****3/25/25
Watch- Medal of Honor Day Video
-----Handout- Medal of Honor Day-----Assign: 1. Have students create a poster that shows an understanding of the importance of the Medal of Honor Day.
Student Resources:
1. Congressional Medal of Honor Society
2. PBS’s American Valor
3. History of the Medal of Honor from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
4. Library of Congress: Experiencing War
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Students are to review the Patriot Day 9/11 PowerPoint SS.7.CG.4.4-MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint - explain the significance of September 11, 2001.
- 9/11/2001 Memorial Video 1
-9/11/2001 Memorial Video 2
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
Finish Review for Civics District Mini Assessment #6
CPALMS Review Assignment:
Part 1--
CG.3.1 Part 1-----Government Takes Many Forms:
CG.3.1 Part 2-----Which Government Is Which?:
CG.3.2-Government: A "Systematic" Approach:
CG.4.1- Foreign and Domestic Policy
Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 8 Quarter 3-
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Students are to review the Patriot Day 9/11 PowerPoint SS.7.CG.4.4-MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint - explain the significance of September 11, 2001.
- 9/11/2001 Memorial Video 1
-9/11/2001 Memorial Video 2
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
Begin Review for Civics District Mini Assessment #6
CPALMS Review Assignment:
Part 1--
CG.3.1 Part 1-----Government Takes Many Forms:
CG.3.1 Part 2-----Which Government Is Which?:
CG.3.2-Government: A "Systematic" Approach:
CG.4.1- Foreign and Domestic Policy
Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 7 Quarter 3-
Day 2-
Introduce/Notes:
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
Day 4-
Introduce/Notes:
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Week 6 Quarter 3-
Day 1- Finish Notebook Check SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Introduce:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
Day 3- Make sure all students have completed Civics District Mini Assessment #5
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
Day 5-
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
(UPCOMING)
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Week 5 Quarter 3-
Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/18/25, 2/19/25
Day 1- Notebook Check at end of week. SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Review Videos:
3.10 Sources and types of laws - https://youtu.be/ZI_7rt9cLnQ?si=sXno6m1d8jxHBb24
3.11 Landmark Supreme Court Cases - https://youtu.be/P_cy_ueZoX8?si=DNOdmNmzRQlU4nS3
3.12 - U.S. and Florida constitutions - https://youtu.be/LCT1I-3ycvU?si=GV1tOXItrUGzbj8U
3.13 Services at the different levels of government - https://youtu.be/DhBFLEGd4AY?si=HYHUZcbdpqPr8VDn
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Day 3- Notebook Check at end of week. SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Introduce:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_zIq1Ad0mg
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “forms-of-government”
Notes SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
Week 4 Quarter 3- Note: District Mini Assessment #5 postponed until 2/18, 2/19
Review Notes for Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13, 2/14:
(Notes from last class:)
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
Day 2- Review Notes for Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13, 2/14:
Review Videos:
3.10 Sources and types of laws - https://youtu.be/ZI_7rt9cLnQ?si=sXno6m1d8jxHBb24
3.11 Landmark Supreme Court Cases - https://youtu.be/P_cy_ueZoX8?si=DNOdmNmzRQlU4nS3
3.12 - U.S. and Florida constitutions - https://youtu.be/LCT1I-3ycvU?si=GV1tOXItrUGzbj8U
3.13 Services at the different levels of government - https://youtu.be/DhBFLEGd4AY?si=HYHUZcbdpqPr8VDn
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Day 4-
Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13/2025, 2/14/2025
Week 3 Quarter 3-
Day 1- Notebook Check: Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
Review- Prezi- (Landmark Supreme Court Cases)
Review:
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
Day 3-
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
Day 5-
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
Week 2 Quarter 3
Day 1-
Introduce:
SS.7.CG.3.10 sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
---Read/discuss/begin Gallopade workbook pgs. 153-160
-“What is the difference between civil cases and criminal cases?”
-Joint Center for Citizenship - “Sources and Types of Laws” https://civics360.org/3-10-sources-and-types-of-law/
-“What Is Military Law? | Boot Camp”
Days 3, 5- Introduce/continue- Prezi- (Landmark Supreme Court Cases)
Introduce:
Begin Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
Begin Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Marbury v. Madison | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Brown v. Board of Education | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Miranda v. Arizona | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Southeast Texas Criminal Justice video: “In re Gault”
--Florida PASS Program video: “Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier”
--State Bar of Georgia Video: “United States v. Nixon | No Person is Above the Law”
--Landmark Supreme Court Cases
Technology:
-“What is the difference between civil cases and criminal cases?”
-Joint Center for Citizenship - “Sources and Types of Laws” https://civics360.org/3-10-sources-and-types-of-law/
-“What Is Military Law? | Boot Camp”
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--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Marbury v. Madison | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Brown v. Board of Education | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Miranda v. Arizona | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Southeast Texas Criminal Justice video: “In re Gault”
--Florida PASS Program video: “Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier”
--State Bar of Georgia Video: “United States v. Nixon | No Person is Above the Law”
--Landmark Supreme Court Cases
Week 1 Quarter 3
STUDY FOR CIVICS MYA 1/23/25, 1/24/25
-Discuss Presidential Inauguration 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Kahoot Review of Civics Mid-Year Assessment
-Continue review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
-History.com-Presidential Inauguration
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
Week 10 Quarter 2- Note: No School Friday 1/17/25, No School Monday 1/20/25
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK:
Make sure all students have completed Topic 8: CPALMS
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.3- The Bill of Rights and You: An Introduction Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.4- Evaluating Constitutional Rights- Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.5- Do You Have an Eraser- Amending the Constitution- Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.6 - Constitutional Amendments- The Expansion of Democracy- Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
-Guided Practice Quiz with notes
Day 2-
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments Part 2- Quarter 3 Grade
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 1st Amendment
-The Bill of Rights and You: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, and 10th Amendments
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 4th and 5th Amendments
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 6th, 7th, and 8th Amendments
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Day 4-
-Discuss Presidential Inauguration 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Kahoot Review of Civics Mid-Year Assessment
-Continue review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
-History.com-Presidential Inauguration
-If time-organize student folders
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
Week 9 Quarter 2- Note: Math PM2 on Tuesday 1/7/25 may affect this schedule
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK:
Introduce Topic 8: CPALMS
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.3- The Bill of Rights and You: An Introduction Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.4- Evaluating Constitutional Rights- Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.5- Do You Have an Eraser- Amending the Constitution- Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.6 - Constitutional Amendments- The Expansion of Democracy- Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
Video- Project or share Amending America: How Do We Amend?
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3jHdd01heg
Begin review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
Week 8 Quarter 2-
Introduce Topic 8:
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.5 Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
HOMEWORK: Begin review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
Week 7 Quarter 2-
Day 2-
Civics District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law. (Handout Provided)
Make sure all students have completed Civics District Mini-Assessment #4
Introduce Topic 8:
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.5 Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
(UPCOMING)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
Week 6 Quarter 2- Note: FAST Testing/Honor Roll may affect this Schedule
Day 1-
Introduce: (Handout SS.7.CG.1.9)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Technology:
www.floridastudents.org
o The Three Branches: Check Yourself!
www.icivics.org
o Game: Branches of Power
-Flocabulary- 3 Branches Video
Video: 3 Branches Superheroes:
Day 3-
Review:
Review Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
Introduce the following topics:
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Day 5-
Continue Review for District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
Civics District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Week 5 Quarter 2-
Introduce Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
Introduce the following topics:
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government.
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Day 4-
Students are to work on the provided 3 Branches of Government packet in the classroom the entire period- all required reading content, charts, graphs, etc. necessary for answering the provided questions are included in the packet . Please turn in packet with your name on it at the end of class.
(UPCOMING)
Week 4 Quarter 2- Note: No School Monday 11/11/2024
Day 2-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- Test Today!
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Students take Mini Assessment #3 Exam
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Day 4-
Introduce Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government.
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels.
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Week 3 Quarter 2- Note: No school Tuesday 11/5/24
Day 1- Make sure you have completed SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
Begin-
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Day 3-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- will be 11/01/24-11/18/24
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
(UPCOMING)
Mini-Assessment # 3- will be at the beginning of next week
Week 2 Quarter 2- Note: Halloween events may affect this schedule
Introduce the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
(UPCOMING)
Day 2-
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Day 4-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- will be 11/01/24-11/18/24
Mini-Assessment # 3- will at the beginning of next week
Week 1 Quarter 2- Note: Mini Assessment #2 will be on 10/22/24
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Review:
-Kahoot Review
-This is a good review of some of the topics covered Civics Mini Assessment 1, 2- Handout
Day 4-
-Introduce The 2 Main Political Parties (Republicans and Democrats)
-Introduce SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on
monitoring and influencing government.
-Begin notes SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on
monitoring and influencing government.
-Collect Student Notebooks
Week 10 Quarter 1-
If you have not already finished the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews please do so:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.5- SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.6- SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.7- SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.10- SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
-Civics EOC Review Video- Part 1
Begin the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews:
Topic 4: Political Participation and Federalism
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.4- SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in
Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.14- 3.14- Part 1---- 3.14 Part 2 SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in
electing the President of the United States.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.6- 2.6- Part 1 ------ 2.6- Part 2 SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.7- SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
-Civics EOC Review Video- Part 2
-Begin Civics District Mini-Assessment #2 PowerPoint Review
-If Time Kahoot Review
Review:
Civics Mini Assessment 1, 2- Handout
Week 9 Quarter 1-- Note: Hurricane Milton may impact this schedule
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following PowerPoint Presentations/Notes notes:
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Begin the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.5- SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.6- SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.7- SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.10- SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Week 8 Quarter 1- (Note: No school Thursday 10/3/2024)
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following PowerPoint Presentations/Notes notes:
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
Week 7 Quarter 1- Note: Notebook check this week
Begin introduction of the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following notes:
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Week 6 Quarter 1- Note: Miami Heat Fundraiser Assembly may affect this schedule.
First 30 minutes to work on/upload PowerPoint
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint assignment and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Review the following Benchmarks: Note Mini-Assessment 1 on 9/16/24, 9/17/24
Topic 1: What is Civics?
SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen.
SS.7.CG.2.2 Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
SS.7.CG.1.2 Trace the principles underlying America’s founding ideas on law and government.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.1.1 Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America’s constitutional republic.
SS.7.CG.1.4 Analyze how Enlightenment ideas, including Montesquieu’s view of separation of powers and John Locke’s theories related to natural law and Locke’s social contract, influenced the Founding Fathers.
SS.7.CG.1.3 Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense had on colonists’ views of government.
SS.7.CG.1.11 Define the rule of law and recognize its influence on the development of legal, political and governmental systems in the United States.
If time present Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Homework:
Turn in Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Powerpoint Review
Kahoot Review
Begin introduction of the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Week 5 Quarter 1- Reminder: Presidential debate is at 9 PM on 9/10/2024
Note: Wednesday 9/11 is Patriot Day students will be viewing the following MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint
View/Discuss the MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Presentation write a short summary on the provided current event handout.
First 30 minutes to work on/upload PowerPoint
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint assignment and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Review the following Benchmarks: Note Mini-Assessment 1 on 9/16/24, 9/17/24
Topic 1: What is Civics?
SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen.
SS.7.CG.2.2 Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
SS.7.CG.1.2 Trace the principles underlying America’s founding ideas on law and government.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.1.1 Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America’s constitutional republic.
SS.7.CG.1.4 Analyze how Enlightenment ideas, including Montesquieu’s view of separation of powers and John Locke’s theories related to natural law and Locke’s social contract, influenced the Founding Fathers.
SS.7.CG.1.3 Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense had on colonists’ views of government.
SS.7.CG.1.11 Define the rule of law and recognize its influence on the development of legal, political and governmental systems in the United States.
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Powerpoint Review
Kahoot Review
Week 4 Quarter 1-
Day 1-
Review Video- Citizenship SS.7.CG.2.1, SS.7.CG.2.2
Introduce SS.7.CG.1.1- Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America's constitutional republic.
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.1- CPALMS 1.1 Part 2, CPALMS 1.1 Part 3
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Day 3-
Classroom Supply Check
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Review Video SS.7.CG.1.1- ...influences on America's constitutional republic.
Introduce SS.7.C.1.3- (Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.3 -(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Discussion
If time begin Review Video SS.7.CG.1.3 -(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Week 3 Quarter 1- Note: FAST Testing may affect this schedule
Day 2-
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Day 4-
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
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(Upcoming)
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
PowerPoint Notes SS.7.CG.1.1- Enlightenment Ideas
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.3-(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
(Upcoming)
Review:
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of Law
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.2.1-Citizenship
Introduce PowerPoint Notes SS.7.CG.2.2- Citizen obligations and responsibilities
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.2.2
Continue Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Watch Citizenship Obligation Video (SS.7.CG.2.2)
If time Play Icivics Immigration Nation
Review Video SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of Law
(Upcoming)
Check- Classroom Materials due
-Workbook introduction, ebook introduction, notebook introduction
-Introduce SS.7.CG.1.11 The Rule of Law
-Video SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of LawReview tablet procedures (keyboard mouse)
-Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Week 2 Quarter 1
Day 1-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of
becoming a U.S. citizen.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.1
Technology:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
Day 3-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.2- Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.2
Technology:
iCivics “Voting: Will you do it?”
Review:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
Day 5-
Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Week 1 Quarter 1
Day 1-
Welcome back students!
Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Day 2-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of
becoming a U.S. citizen.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.1
Technology:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
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Note: Lessons/activities/homework are subject to change at the teacher's discretion.
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
-If time Begin Financial Literacy Lessons
(introduce money, monopoly)
-Organize student Folders
-K-W-L Budget---K-W-L entrepreneur
-Money, Saving, Budgets, Debt, Credit Cards, Comparing Prices
-Video- How to Authenticate U.S. Currency
-Discussion on U.S. Currency Denominations/Safety Features
-watch Video: What is a Monopoly?
-watch Video: How to Play Monopoly
-Discuss Monopoly adjusted for inflation
-Begin/Continue Monopoly
Civics Week 6 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
Civics Week 5 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Moved from Friday 5/16/2025 to Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
-Classroom review (Civics Bootcamp) provided by S.S. Department Head-
***Otherwise continue teacher led Gateway Review***
Homework: Study for your Civics E.O.C. Exam:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
Review Videos: From (https://shenandoahmiddle.com/civics-eoc-review-packets/)
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part I
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 2
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 3
Civics EOC State Exam Review Part 4
Civics Week 4 Quarter 4-
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Moved from Friday 5/16/2025 to Wednesday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Review Test Score Data/Student Results
Quiz********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. ********
Gateway Review- Legislative Branch
Gateway Review- Presidency/Executive Branch
Gateway Review- Judicial Branch
Homework:
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
**If time begin Human Footprint DVD**
Handout- Human Footprint
SS.7.E.1.3- Review the concepts of supply and demand, choice, scarcity, and opportunity cost as they relate to the development of the mixed market economy in the United States.
Civics Week 3 Quarter 4- No School Friday 4/18/2025- 4/17/2025- Students please take a moment to complete the Mid-Year Student Perspective Survey today please.
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/16/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Review Test Score Data/Student Results
********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it at the end of this week. ********
Civics EOC Exam Flash Card Review
Civics EOC Review Packet
-If Time- Video- The Human Footprint (play until 2:34)
-If Time- Begin-S.S. Cambridge Recycling Project- Troubled Waters
Civics Week 2 Quarter 4 Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/14/2025***
***Priority- Continue Civics E.O.C. Review***
Video- The Human Footprint (play until 2:34)
Begin-S.S. Cambridge Recycling Project- Troubled Waters
Civics Week 2 Quarter 4-********Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it. ********
Notebook Check:
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Begin Civics E.O. C. Exam Review:
Gateway-Rule of Law
Gateway-Americas Founding Ideas
Gateway- Americans Declare their Independence
Gateway- The Story of Our Constitution
Gateway- Quick Tour of the U.S. Constitution
Gateway- Bill of Rights
-Review- Flocabulary 3 Branches Video. Be ready to be quizzed on it.
-Kahoot Review
Note: ***Civics E.O.C. Exam Date: Friday 5/16/2025***
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
325-375 376-393 394-412 413-427 428-475
Students Review videos for the Civics EOC Exam:
Video Review:
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 1
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 2
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 3
Civics EOC Review Video- Part 4
Civics Week 1 Quarter 4- Note FAST writing may affect this Schedule
Note: Civics Mini Assessment #6 will be Thursday, Friday (4/3/25, 4/4/25)
***Handout Study guide For Civics Mini Assessment #6***
***-Kahoot Review-***
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
SS.7.CG.4.4- Note: District PPT reviewed in class and prior to district mini-assessment #6 for SS.7.CG.4.4- Explain the significance of September 11th, 2001.
(Make sure you have completed) Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 9 Quarter 3- Note: Field Trip Thursday 3/20/25 may affect this schedule (If possible Mini-Assessment #6 will be 3/19/25, 3/20/25)
*****Required Material for Medal of Honor Day*****3/25/25
Watch- Medal of Honor Day Video
-----Handout- Medal of Honor Day-----Assign: 1. Have students create a poster that shows an understanding of the importance of the Medal of Honor Day.
Student Resources:
1. Congressional Medal of Honor Society
2. PBS’s American Valor
3. History of the Medal of Honor from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
4. Library of Congress: Experiencing War
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Students are to review the Patriot Day 9/11 PowerPoint SS.7.CG.4.4-MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint - explain the significance of September 11, 2001.
- 9/11/2001 Memorial Video 1
-9/11/2001 Memorial Video 2
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
Finish Review for Civics District Mini Assessment #6
CPALMS Review Assignment:
Part 1--
CG.3.1 Part 1-----Government Takes Many Forms:
CG.3.1 Part 2-----Which Government Is Which?:
CG.3.2-Government: A "Systematic" Approach:
CG.4.1- Foreign and Domestic Policy
Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 8 Quarter 3-
Make sure students have completed all notes for the upcoming district mini-assessment #6:
SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Students are to review the Patriot Day 9/11 PowerPoint SS.7.CG.4.4-MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint - explain the significance of September 11, 2001.
- 9/11/2001 Memorial Video 1
-9/11/2001 Memorial Video 2
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
Begin Review for Civics District Mini Assessment #6
CPALMS Review Assignment:
Part 1--
CG.3.1 Part 1-----Government Takes Many Forms:
CG.3.1 Part 2-----Which Government Is Which?:
CG.3.2-Government: A "Systematic" Approach:
CG.4.1- Foreign and Domestic Policy
Part 2--
CG-4.2- International Organizations:
CG.4.3 Part 1- International Conflicts: 1914-1975:
CG.4.3 Part 2- International Conflicts: 1961 to Present:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments”
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “Forms of Government”
-One Minute Economics video, “Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Explained in One Minute”,
-iCivics Foreign Policy game-Foreign Policy:
-Florida PASS Program video: “United States Domestic Policy: Public Services”
-Why Foreign Policy Matters
-Human Rights Video: “What are human rights?”
-“United Nations - explained / CBC Kids News” video
-iCivics International Organizations game- International Organizations:
-United Nations – Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
-WION video,“What is NATO? Explained in 1 minute”
-One Minute Economics video, “The World Trade Organization (WTO) Explained in One Minute”
-UN video, “Virtual visit of the International Court of Justice,”
Week 7 Quarter 3-
Day 2-
Introduce/Notes:
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
Day 4-
Introduce/Notes:
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Week 6 Quarter 3-
Day 1- Finish Notebook Check SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Introduce:
-Harmony Square video: “Confederal Government (Confederation) - Grades 6-12 Social Studies on Harmony Square”
-Described and Captioned Media Program video: “Social Studies Video Vocab: Unitary Government”
-World Fact Book- One page country summaries:
SS.7.CG.3.2 Explain the advantages of a federal system of government over other systems in balancing local sovereignty with national unity and protecting against authoritarianism.
Day 3- Make sure all students have completed Civics District Mini Assessment #5
SS.7.CG.3.15 Analyze the advantages of capitalism and the free market in the United States over government-controlled economic systems (e.g., socialism and communism) in regard to economic freedom and raising the standard of living for citizens.
Day 5-
SS.7.CG.4.1 Explain the relationship between U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
(UPCOMING)
SS.7.CG.4.2 Describe the United States’ and citizen participation in international organizations.
SS.7.CG.4.3 Describe examples of the United States’ actions and reactions in international conflicts.
Week 5 Quarter 3-
Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/18/25, 2/19/25
Day 1- Notebook Check at end of week. SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Review Videos:
3.10 Sources and types of laws - https://youtu.be/ZI_7rt9cLnQ?si=sXno6m1d8jxHBb24
3.11 Landmark Supreme Court Cases - https://youtu.be/P_cy_ueZoX8?si=DNOdmNmzRQlU4nS3
3.12 - U.S. and Florida constitutions - https://youtu.be/LCT1I-3ycvU?si=GV1tOXItrUGzbj8U
3.13 Services at the different levels of government - https://youtu.be/DhBFLEGd4AY?si=HYHUZcbdpqPr8VDn
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Day 3- Notebook Check at end of week. SS.7.CG.3.10, SS.7.CG.3.11, SS.7.CG.3.12, SS.7.CG.3.13, SS.7.CG.2.10
Introduce:
-FLVS - “Types of Governments for Students” video
-Clarendon Learning video: “Types of Government for Kids | Learn all about the different forms of governments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_zIq1Ad0mg
-Joint Center for Citizenship video, “forms-of-government”
Notes SS.7.CG.3.1- Analyze the advantages of the United States’ constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom and a representative government
Week 4 Quarter 3- Note: District Mini Assessment #5 postponed until 2/18, 2/19
Review Notes for Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13, 2/14:
(Notes from last class:)
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
Day 2- Review Notes for Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13, 2/14:
Review Videos:
3.10 Sources and types of laws - https://youtu.be/ZI_7rt9cLnQ?si=sXno6m1d8jxHBb24
3.11 Landmark Supreme Court Cases - https://youtu.be/P_cy_ueZoX8?si=DNOdmNmzRQlU4nS3
3.12 - U.S. and Florida constitutions - https://youtu.be/LCT1I-3ycvU?si=GV1tOXItrUGzbj8U
3.13 Services at the different levels of government - https://youtu.be/DhBFLEGd4AY?si=HYHUZcbdpqPr8VDn
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Day 4-
Civics District Mini Assessment #5- 2/13/2025, 2/14/2025
Week 3 Quarter 3-
Day 1- Notebook Check: Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
Review- Prezi- (Landmark Supreme Court Cases)
Review:
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
Review Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
Day 3-
REVIEW: SS.7.CG.3.4- Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.3.12- Compare the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
Day 5-
SS.7.CG.3.13- Explain government obligations to its citizens and the services provided at the
local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.10 Explain the process for citizens to address a state or local problem by
researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address
the issue and determining a course of action.
Week 2 Quarter 3
Day 1-
Introduce:
SS.7.CG.3.10 sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
---Read/discuss/begin Gallopade workbook pgs. 153-160
-“What is the difference between civil cases and criminal cases?”
-Joint Center for Citizenship - “Sources and Types of Laws” https://civics360.org/3-10-sources-and-types-of-law/
-“What Is Military Law? | Boot Camp”
Days 3, 5- Introduce/continue- Prezi- (Landmark Supreme Court Cases)
Introduce:
Begin Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.10- sources of law, types of law, historical codes of law, natural law, constitutional law, statutory law, case law, common law, civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, military law.
Begin Notes:
SS.7.CG.3.11- Supreme Court, decisions on law, decisions on liberty, decisions on the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, Marbury v. Madison, Dred Scott v. Sanford, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, In re Gault, United States v. Nixon, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, significance of case, impact on society, constitutional principles, individual rights.
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Marbury v. Madison | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Brown v. Board of Education | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Miranda v. Arizona | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Southeast Texas Criminal Justice video: “In re Gault”
--Florida PASS Program video: “Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier”
--State Bar of Georgia Video: “United States v. Nixon | No Person is Above the Law”
--Landmark Supreme Court Cases
Technology:
-“What is the difference between civil cases and criminal cases?”
-Joint Center for Citizenship - “Sources and Types of Laws” https://civics360.org/3-10-sources-and-types-of-law/
-“What Is Military Law? | Boot Camp”
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--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Marbury v. Madison | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Brown v. Board of Education | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Bill of Rights Institute video: “Miranda v. Arizona | BRI's Homework Help Series”
--Southeast Texas Criminal Justice video: “In re Gault”
--Florida PASS Program video: “Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier”
--State Bar of Georgia Video: “United States v. Nixon | No Person is Above the Law”
--Landmark Supreme Court Cases
Week 1 Quarter 3
STUDY FOR CIVICS MYA 1/23/25, 1/24/25
-Discuss Presidential Inauguration 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Kahoot Review of Civics Mid-Year Assessment
-Continue review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
-History.com-Presidential Inauguration
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
- Study Civics Mid Year Review Packet (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics Review Study Guide Version 2
- Graphic Organizers of some main ideas learned so far (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- U.S. Constitution Summary Handout
- Kahoot Mid-Year Review
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
- Civics EOC Review Part 1 (watch entire video)
- Civics EOC Review Part 2 (watch from beginning end at 6:52 Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics EOC Review Part 3 (watch from Beginning end at 13:17)
- Civics EOC Review Part 4 (watch from 4:21 End at 10:30
Week 10 Quarter 2- Note: No School Friday 1/17/25, No School Monday 1/20/25
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK:
Make sure all students have completed Topic 8: CPALMS
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.3- The Bill of Rights and You: An Introduction Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.4- Evaluating Constitutional Rights- Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.5- Do You Have an Eraser- Amending the Constitution- Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.6 - Constitutional Amendments- The Expansion of Democracy- Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
-Guided Practice Quiz with notes
Day 2-
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments Part 2- Quarter 3 Grade
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 1st Amendment
-The Bill of Rights and You: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, and 10th Amendments
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 4th and 5th Amendments
-The Bill of Rights and You: The 6th, 7th, and 8th Amendments
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Day 4-
-Discuss Presidential Inauguration 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/20/2025 (District PowerPoint)
-Kahoot Review of Civics Mid-Year Assessment
-Continue review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
-History.com-Presidential Inauguration
-If time-organize student folders
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
- Study Civics Mid Year Review Packet (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics Review Study Guide Version 2
- Graphic Organizers of some main ideas learned so far (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- U.S. Constitution Summary Handout
- Kahoot Mid-Year Review
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
- Civics EOC Review Part 1 (watch entire video)
- Civics EOC Review Part 2 (watch from beginning end at 6:52 Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics EOC Review Part 3 (watch from Beginning end at 13:17)
- Civics EOC Review Part 4 (watch from 4:21 End at 10:30
Week 9 Quarter 2- Note: Math PM2 on Tuesday 1/7/25 may affect this schedule
CLASSWORK/HOMEWORK:
Introduce Topic 8: CPALMS
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.3- The Bill of Rights and You: An Introduction Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.4- Evaluating Constitutional Rights- Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.5- Do You Have an Eraser- Amending the Constitution- Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.6 - Constitutional Amendments- The Expansion of Democracy- Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
Video- Project or share Amending America: How Do We Amend?
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3jHdd01heg
Begin review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
- Study Civics Mid Year Review Packet (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics Review Study Guide Version 2
- Graphic Organizers of some main ideas learned so far (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- U.S. Constitution Summary Handout
- Kahoot Mid-Year Review
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
- Civics EOC Review Part 1 (watch entire video)
- Civics EOC Review Part 2 (watch from beginning end at 6:52 Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics EOC Review Part 3 (watch from Beginning end at 13:17)
- Civics EOC Review Part 4 (watch from 4:21 End at 10:30
Week 8 Quarter 2-
Introduce Topic 8:
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.5 Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
HOMEWORK: Begin review for upcoming Civics Mid-Year Assessment (MYA)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
- Study Civics Mid Year Review Packet (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics Review Study Guide Version 2
- Graphic Organizers of some main ideas learned so far (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- U.S. Constitution Summary Handout
- Kahoot Mid-Year Review
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
- Civics EOC Review Part 1 (watch entire video)
- Civics EOC Review Part 2 (watch from beginning end at 6:52 Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics EOC Review Part 3 (watch from Beginning end at 13:17)
- Civics EOC Review Part 4 (watch from 4:21 End at 10:30)
Week 7 Quarter 2-
Day 2-
Civics District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law. (Handout Provided)
Make sure all students have completed Civics District Mini-Assessment #4
Introduce Topic 8:
Topic 8: Constitutional Amendments
SS.7.CG.2.3 Identify and apply the rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments
to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.2.4 Explain how the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights safeguard individual
rights.
SS.7.CG.3.5 Explain the amendment process outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.6 Analyze how the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th and 26th Amendments broadened
participation in the political process.
(UPCOMING)
Civics Mid-Year Review Study Guide
- Study Civics Mid Year Review Packet (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics Review Study Guide Version 2
- Graphic Organizers of some main ideas learned so far (Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- U.S. Constitution Summary Handout
- Kahoot Mid-Year Review
Review Videos:
(you are encouraged to take notes on each video Cornell Notes Blank Form)
- Civics EOC Review Part 1 (watch entire video)
- Civics EOC Review Part 2 (watch from beginning end at 6:52 Note: Do not study court cases yet)
- Civics EOC Review Part 3 (watch from Beginning end at 13:17)
- Civics EOC Review Part 4 (watch from 4:21 End at 10:30)
Week 6 Quarter 2- Note: FAST Testing/Honor Roll may affect this Schedule
Day 1-
Introduce: (Handout SS.7.CG.1.9)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Technology:
www.floridastudents.org
o The Three Branches: Check Yourself!
www.icivics.org
o Game: Branches of Power
-Flocabulary- 3 Branches Video
Video: 3 Branches Superheroes:
Day 3-
Review:
Review Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
Introduce the following topics:
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Day 5-
Continue Review for District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
Civics District Mini-Assessment #4 (Test will be on 12/10/2024)
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Week 5 Quarter 2-
Introduce Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
Introduce the following topics:
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government. Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government.
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels. (Handout Provided)
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Day 4-
Students are to work on the provided 3 Branches of Government packet in the classroom the entire period- all required reading content, charts, graphs, etc. necessary for answering the provided questions are included in the packet . Please turn in packet with your name on it at the end of class.
(UPCOMING)
Week 4 Quarter 2- Note: No School Monday 11/11/2024
Day 2-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- Test Today!
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Students take Mini Assessment #3 Exam
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Day 4-
Introduce Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
CG- 3 Branches PowerPoint (Slides 1, 8, and 12 only)
CPALMS- Topic 7: Branches of Government (Articles 1-3)
1. The 3 Branches of Government
2. Federal Government: The 3 Branches In Action
3. About The Electoral College Pt. 1
4. About The Electoral College Pt. 2
5. Journey Through Justice: Our Federal Courts
SS.7.CG.3.7 Explain the structure, functions and processes of the legislative branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.8 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the executive branch of government.
SS.7.CG.3.9 Explain the structure, functions, and processes of the judicial branch of government.
SS.7.CG.2.5 Describe the trial process and the role of juries in the administration of justice at the state and federal levels.
SS.7.CG.1.9 Describe how the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, rule of law and due process of law.
Week 3 Quarter 2- Note: No school Tuesday 11/5/24
Day 1- Make sure you have completed SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
Begin-
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Day 3-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- will be 11/01/24-11/18/24
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
(UPCOMING)
Mini-Assessment # 3- will be at the beginning of next week
Week 2 Quarter 2- Note: Halloween events may affect this schedule
Introduce the following benchmarks:
Topic 5: Monitoring Government
SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing government.
SS.7.CG.2.9 Analyze media and political communications and identify examples of bias, symbolism and propaganda.
POLITICAL PARTIES PowerPoint
Topic 6: Organization of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.8 Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
(UPCOMING)
Day 2-
SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.
Day 4-
Review for Mini-Assessment # 3- will be 11/01/24-11/18/24
Mini-Assessment # 3- will at the beginning of next week
Week 1 Quarter 2- Note: Mini Assessment #2 will be on 10/22/24
Review the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Review:
-Kahoot Review
-This is a good review of some of the topics covered Civics Mini Assessment 1, 2- Handout
Day 4-
-Introduce The 2 Main Political Parties (Republicans and Democrats)
-Introduce SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on
monitoring and influencing government.
-Begin notes SS.7.CG.2.8 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on
monitoring and influencing government.
-Collect Student Notebooks
Week 10 Quarter 1-
If you have not already finished the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews please do so:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.5- SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.6- SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.7- SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.10- SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
-Civics EOC Review Video- Part 1
Begin the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews:
Topic 4: Political Participation and Federalism
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.4- SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in
Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.3.14- 3.14- Part 1---- 3.14 Part 2 SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in
electing the President of the United States.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.6- 2.6- Part 1 ------ 2.6- Part 2 SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.2.7- SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
-Civics EOC Review Video- Part 2
-Begin Civics District Mini-Assessment #2 PowerPoint Review
-If Time Kahoot Review
Review:
Civics Mini Assessment 1, 2- Handout
Week 9 Quarter 1-- Note: Hurricane Milton may impact this schedule
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following PowerPoint Presentations/Notes notes:
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Begin the following CPALMS Benchmark Reviews:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.5- SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.6- SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.7- SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.10- SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Week 8 Quarter 1- (Note: No school Thursday 10/3/2024)
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following PowerPoint Presentations/Notes notes:
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
Week 7 Quarter 1- Note: Notebook check this week
Begin introduction of the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Continue with the following notes:
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
Week 6 Quarter 1- Note: Miami Heat Fundraiser Assembly may affect this schedule.
First 30 minutes to work on/upload PowerPoint
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint assignment and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Review the following Benchmarks: Note Mini-Assessment 1 on 9/16/24, 9/17/24
Topic 1: What is Civics?
SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen.
SS.7.CG.2.2 Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
SS.7.CG.1.2 Trace the principles underlying America’s founding ideas on law and government.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.1.1 Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America’s constitutional republic.
SS.7.CG.1.4 Analyze how Enlightenment ideas, including Montesquieu’s view of separation of powers and John Locke’s theories related to natural law and Locke’s social contract, influenced the Founding Fathers.
SS.7.CG.1.3 Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense had on colonists’ views of government.
SS.7.CG.1.11 Define the rule of law and recognize its influence on the development of legal, political and governmental systems in the United States.
If time present Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Homework:
Turn in Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Powerpoint Review
Kahoot Review
Begin introduction of the following benchmarks:
Topic 3: Road to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.5 Describe how British policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.6 Analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
SS.7.CG.1.7 Explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.CG.1.10 Compare the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding ratification of the U.S. Constitution and including a bill of rights.
Topic 4: Political Participation & Federalism
SS.7.CG.3.4 Explain the relationship between state and national governments as written in Article IV of the U.S. Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
SS.7.CG.2.6 Examine the election and voting process at the local, state and national levels.
SS.7.CG.2.7 Identify the constitutional qualifications required to hold local, state and national office.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.3.14 Explain the purpose and function of the Electoral College in electing the President of the United States.
Week 5 Quarter 1- Reminder: Presidential debate is at 9 PM on 9/10/2024
Note: Wednesday 9/11 is Patriot Day students will be viewing the following MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint
View/Discuss the MDCPS Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Presentation write a short summary on the provided current event handout.
First 30 minutes to work on/upload PowerPoint
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint assignment and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Review the following Benchmarks: Note Mini-Assessment 1 on 9/16/24, 9/17/24
Topic 1: What is Civics?
SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen.
SS.7.CG.2.2 Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
SS.7.CG.1.2 Trace the principles underlying America’s founding ideas on law and government.
ALSO ASSESSED BENCHMARKS:
SS.7.CG.1.1 Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America’s constitutional republic.
SS.7.CG.1.4 Analyze how Enlightenment ideas, including Montesquieu’s view of separation of powers and John Locke’s theories related to natural law and Locke’s social contract, influenced the Founding Fathers.
SS.7.CG.1.3 Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense had on colonists’ views of government.
SS.7.CG.1.11 Define the rule of law and recognize its influence on the development of legal, political and governmental systems in the United States.
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Finish CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
Powerpoint Review
Kahoot Review
Week 4 Quarter 1-
Day 1-
Review Video- Citizenship SS.7.CG.2.1, SS.7.CG.2.2
Introduce SS.7.CG.1.1- Analyze the influences of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America's constitutional republic.
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.1- CPALMS 1.1 Part 2, CPALMS 1.1 Part 3
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Day 3-
Classroom Supply Check
Have students upload their PowerPoint project by completing the following steps:
1. open your PowerPoint through the student portal
2. Click the share button in the upper right corner and choose "copy link."
3. Go to Schoology ---> Go to our Class click our PowerPoint and click "Upload"
4. Choose the 2nd upload tab, the "Create Tab," paste in the link you copied
5. Upload your project
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.2- CPALMS 1.2
Review Video SS.7.CG.1.1- ...influences on America's constitutional republic.
Introduce SS.7.C.1.3- (Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Begin CPALMS SS.7.CG.1.3-CPALMS 1.3
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.3 -(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Discussion
If time begin Review Video SS.7.CG.1.3 -(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Week 3 Quarter 1- Note: FAST Testing may affect this schedule
Day 2-
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Day 4-
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project (Due: 9/12/24, 9/13/24)
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(Upcoming)
Topic 2: Foundations of Government
PowerPoint Notes SS.7.CG.1.1- Enlightenment Ideas
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.3-(Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense)
(Upcoming)
Review:
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of Law
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.2.1-Citizenship
Introduce PowerPoint Notes SS.7.CG.2.2- Citizen obligations and responsibilities
PowerPoint SS.7.CG.2.2
Continue Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Homework:
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Watch Citizenship Obligation Video (SS.7.CG.2.2)
If time Play Icivics Immigration Nation
Review Video SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of Law
(Upcoming)
Check- Classroom Materials due
-Workbook introduction, ebook introduction, notebook introduction
-Introduce SS.7.CG.1.11 The Rule of Law
-Video SS.7.CG.1.11- Rule of LawReview tablet procedures (keyboard mouse)
-Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Week 2 Quarter 1
Day 1-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of
becoming a U.S. citizen.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.1
Technology:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
Day 3-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.2- Differentiate between obligations and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and evaluate their impact on society.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.2
Technology:
iCivics “Voting: Will you do it?”
Review:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
Day 5-
Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Week 1 Quarter 1
Day 1-
Welcome back students!
Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Day 2-
If available- Begin Civics Baseline Exam (To test for prior knowledge)
Turn in Discuss Civics Syllabus
Classroom Materials due next week
Introduce SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of
becoming a U.S. citizen.
PPT SS.7.CG.2.1
Technology:
• What are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship?,
• iCivics – Immigration Nation
•floridastudents.org
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