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Friday, January 29

1/29/2016

BLOCK:
Today in class we watched clips of last night's debate and a clip about the Iowa Caucus.
We also took notes on the Soil of Democracy. If you were absent, be sure to get these from a friend.

In 3/4 block we also discussed the characteristics of democracy and reviewed CDVs.

The homework is to have a 3 ring binder by Monday, and to read Chapter 1, Section 4 by Monday.

Please read Chapter 1, Section 2 for Tuesday.

The test will be next week (Wednesday or Thursday).

SKINNY:

If you were absent today you missed the test over the legislative branch. Please make arrangements to make-up the test.

There is no homework.

Thursday, February 28

1/28/2016

BLOCK:
Today in class we reviewed the purposes of government and took notes on authority, legitimacy, and forms of government. If you were absent, be sure to get the notes from a friend.

Homework: Read pages 20-23 and identify the characteristics of democracy; Please have a three ring binder by Monday.

Reading for next week:
Read Chapter 1, Section 4 for Monday.
Read Chapter 1, Section 2 for Tuesday.

Test should be Wednesday or Thursday of next week.

SKINNY:
Today in class we discussed pros and cons of term limits, reviewed how a bill becomes a law, and prepared for tomorrow's test.

Homework: Study for tomorrow's test.

Wednesday, January 27th

1/27/2016

BLOCK CLASSES:
Today in class we discussed the concepts of nation, state, and nation-state. If you were absent, read pages 5 and 6 and define the terms state, nation, and nation-state. You will also want to get the notes from a friend. You will also need to read pages 9-11 and identify the four purposes of government.

There is no homework, but you should be prepared for a Chapter 1 test next week.

SKINNY CLASSES:
Today in class we identified reasons for and against Congressional term limits.

HW:
1. Come to class tomorrow with FOUR reasons for and FOUR reasons against term limits.
2. If necessary, complete binder p. 117. Chapter 7, Section 1 will help you.
3. Review the legislative branch learning targets. Be prepared with questions.

Test is Friday.

Tuesday, January 26th

1/26/2016

BLOCK CLASSES:
Today in class we:
1. Reviewed the syllabus.
2. Reviewed the guidelines for the notebook.
3. Set goals for the course (worksheets are in Tuesday folder; Please complete and turn in for a grade.)
4. Received a textbook.
5. Completed a pre-test.
6. Took notes.

If you were absent, please get copies from the Tuesday folder, get the notes from a friend, and see me to make arrangements to take the pre-test.

SKINNY:
Today in class we reviewed the learning targets for the legislative branch. We also completed p. 124 of the binder.
HW: Read the article: Should we limit congressional terms?

Monday, January 25th

1/25/2016

(Half Day)

Block Courses:
If you were absent, please complete the following short writing assignment. Be sure to answer using complete sentences. Turn in to the homework basket when completed.
What is a government? What is politics? Why is it important to study American government?

Also, please get an index card from Mrs. Eggenberger and put the following information on the index card:

Last Name; First Name

I am happy to be in American Government because….

A concern I have is…..

My reading history is…..

Do you enjoy reading?
What are some reading strategies you use to help you understand what you read?

My earliest political memory is….

What is your favorite hobby?

SKINNY:
Chapter 7 packet Questions #2 and 3 were due today. If you were absent you need to turn in for a grade.
There is no homework.
The test will be later this week (Thursday or Friday).

Thursday, January 21st AND Friday, January 22nd

1/22/2016

BLOCK CLASSES:
Final Exam
Have a great second semester!

SKINNY:
Thursday - No class
Friday - Completed mid-term exam AND took notes on the legislative branch.
HW: Complete questions 2 and 3 on the Ch. 7 packet by Monday.
Test next week.

Wednesday, January 20th

1/20/2016

BLOCK: Today in class we completed our study of civil rights and civil liberties. We also reviewed for the final exam.
The exam is Thursday for 3/4 block and Friday for 5/6 block.
Voter Registration Extra Credit is due on the day of the exam.

SKINNY: Today in class we finished the notes on staff and support agencies. We also took notes on incumbency and started an individual assignment for Chapter 7.

Monday, January 18 AND Tuesday, January 19

1/19/2016

MONDAY - NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER

TUESDAY
BLOCK - Today in class we finished our study on the First Amendment and on the rights of the accused.
Reminders: Extra Credit letter due tomorrow; Voter Registration EC due on the day of the exam; Exams scheduled for Thursday and Friday.

SKINNY:
Today in class we finished our notes on the non-legislative powers of Congress and started our study of the staff and support agencies that assist Congress.
There is no homework.
The mid-term is scheduled for Friday.

Friday, January 15th

1/15/2016

BLOCK: Today in class we identified the rights and responsibilities of citizens, as well as ways citizens can participate in government. We also took notes on rights/liberties and freedom of religion. If you were absent, be sure to get the notes from a friend.

Reminders:
Extra Credit due Wednesday.
Exams next week.

SKINNY:
Today in class we reviewed the special powers of the House and Senate, and took notes on the non-legislative powers of the House and Senate.
If you were absent, be sure to get the notes from a friend.

There is no homework.
Mid-term is next week.
Legislative Test Part II will be the first week of the new semester.

Wednesday, January 13th and Thursday, January 14th

1/14/2016

BLOCK
On Wednesday we finished our study of political socialization/public opinion started our study of the role of the media in government.
If you were absent, be sure to get the notes from a friend.

On Thursday we finished our study of the role of the media in government and took notes on the process of becoming a citizen. If you were absent, be sure to get the notes from a friend.

There is no homework, but remember that the extra credit is due next week and the final exam is next week.

SKINNY:
On Wednesday we discussed the State of the Union address.

On Thursday we reviewed How a Bill Becomes a Law and then discussed the expressed powers of Congress and the denied powers of Congress.

There is no homework. The midterm is next Friday.

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