| Welcome to Mrs. Reichenbach's American Government class! This required year-long course is offered to students during their senior year. This class will examine the purpose of government and how our government functions locally, nationally, and abroad. Students will study the United States Constitution, amendments to the Constitution with emphasis on the Bill of Rights, foundations of our government, the three branches of American government, political parties, and rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Students will be expected to apply new understandings of our government to current events. Students are expected to participate in class discussions & cooperative learning work, as well as complete group & individual readings & projects, personal reflections, and various other activities. |
