Friday, December 7, 2018

Week 7 Supreme Court Project Due Monday; Supreme Court Vocab Quiz Tuesday; Unit 5 Test Friday

We have ONE week left.  Everything is going to be okay.

Final Exam Tues 12/19 (2nd) Wed 12/20 - Start studying each unit now for review.





Resources This Week:
Supreme Court Vocab
Unit 5 Vocab in One Set - Both Criminal/Civil Justice and State and Local Government
Unit 5 Real Talk Review
Unit 5 Civil/Criminal Justice E?s and Vocab

State and Local Info:  GA Govt Sites
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1379

MONDAY:  Complete Supreme Court Group Project presentations in class. Project is due today!
2. Draw a number.
3. Find your partner.
4. Read and research your case based on the number you chose corresponding to the case linked in #1.
5. EACH person is to complete their own summary.
6. Complete summary using your phones/computers in the room.

7. Turn in end of class.

TUESDAY: Supreme Court Vocab Quiz; Begin State and Local Government 

WEDNESDAY:  Continue State and Local Government

THURSDAY: Criminal Justice - Officer Wilson presentation

FRIDAY:  Unit 5 Multiple Choice Test

Monday, December 3, 2018

Week 6 NO Tests! Yippee!! Project #4 in Class on Friday; Current Events Week



Currrent Events - Click on the form below if you need another copy.  THIS COUNTS AS A QUIZ GRADE! USE THE FORM LINKED BELOW TO COMPLETE YOUR CURRENT EVENTS ACTIVITY...
For you Current Events Quiz please choose from the following sites: source:https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/286879/millennials-and-teens-top-20-news-sources.html
CNN
Twitter
NPR
Google News
BuzzFeed
BBC
Yahoo
Reddit
NBC
ABC
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Apple news app
Huffington Post
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
News app
Tumblr / 

MONDAY:  
Currrent Events - Click on the form below if you need another copy.  THIS COUNTS AS A QUIZ GRADE! USE THE FORM LINKED BELOW TO COMPLETE YOUR CURRENT EVENTS ACTIVITY...
DUE: Wednesday at the end of class. 

E?s:  3-5
Vocab - all

TUESDAY:
Continue Current Events Activity from Monday
E?s:  6-10

WEDNESDAY:
Continue Current Events Activity from Monday - TURN IN. THIS COUNTS AS A QUIZ GRADE!
E?s:  11-13 

THURSDAY:  Turn in E?s/Vocab!
Begin Project #4 Supreme Court Cases Due End of class tomorrow.
PROJECT Info:
1. 21 Landmark Cases (Link) - to Print: 
Hard Copy of Cases - If you need to print 
2. Draw a number.
3. Find your partner.
4. Read and research your case based on the number you chose corresponding to the case linked in #1.
5. EACH person is to complete their own summary.
6. Complete summary using your phones/computers in the room.
7. Turn in FRIDAY end of class

FRIDAY: Supreme Court
Project on Supreme Court Due Today .
Judicial Branch in a Flash Go to p.3 
Activity on Page 9-10   
Discuss Cases from Project

Thursday, November 15, 2018

Week 5 Unit 3 Test Tuesday; Unit 4 Test Friday; In class Project Friday

Resources this Week:
UNIT 3 ESSAY TEST
Unit 3 E?s/Vocab
Unit 3 Vocab QUIZLET
Unit 3 Real Talk Review
House and Senate Qualifications and Membership
Congressional Membership 2018

Congressional Powers

Monday: Review for Test on Legislative Branch

Tuesday:  UNIT 3 TEST SEE ABOVE.
After test, READ and answer question 1 of the Test for Friday.
1. Explain the role of the executive by stating the 3 constitutional requirements and 2 non-constitutional qualifications for holding the office of the presidency. (10 points)

Wednesday: Begin Unit 4 Executive Branch

Unit 4 E?s and Vocab
Unit 4 Real Talk Review
Executive Branch Vocab
Supreme Court Vocab
The President 2017 - Requirements
2017 The Cabinet and Staff ...sort of


Unit 4 Test: YES This is YOUR TEST QUESTION
Unit 4 Prewrite for Short Answer

Qualifications of the President
Use the following handout to complete the "How to Become President" activity.
https://gsa-cmp-fileupload.s3.amazonaws.com/pdf6099%20%283%29.pdf?Mn9LsC_GfmXkeckbkrjkaEX8UVG6fRaZ

Turn in for a grade.
Complete E?s: 1-8 
Vocab:  Chapter 8 and 9

President Trump's Cabinet

To prepare for the test on Friday, 
refer to the following photo and doc.

Thursday: Practice UNIT 4 ESSAY Test
Begin Project #4 Due End of class tomorrow.
PROJECT Info:
1. 21 Landmark Cases (Link) - to Print: 
Hard Copy of Cases 
2. Draw a number.
3. Find your partner.
4. Read and research your case based on the number you chose corresponding to the case linked in #1.
5. EACH person is to complete their own summary.
6. Complete summary using your phones/computers in the room.
7. Turn in today.

Executive Cabinet and Staff; Bureaucracy
Origins of Red Tape
Executive Branch PreWrite for Test
Bush-Obama-Trump's Staff Turnover
Complete E?s: 
Vocab:  



FRIDAY:  UNIT 4 ESSAY Test
Supreme Court
Project on Supreme Court Due Today .
Judicial Branch in a Flash Go to p.3 
Activity on Page 9-10   
Complete Handout to go with reading and turn in.
Discuss Cases from Project


Project #3 Due Friday End of Class 11.16.18

PROJECT #3 DUE IN CLASS FRIDAY!
Directions:  Using your topic from Project #2 Political Spectrum, you are to write your Senator or Representative advising them how you would like them to proceed with your topic regarding future legislation. (Refer to blog posting Week #3 if you did not complete Project #2.)

You are writing a letter to your legislator explaining how you the constituent would like them to vote on your chosen issue.


Project #3 Guidelines:
1.  Go to this site and find out who your representative are based on your address.
https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials
2.  Choose the representative you would like to contact.
3.  Compose a letter on Google Docs or Word. Spell/Grammar Check BEFORE sending your letter.
4.  Use the CEI format as your template for addressing your representative.
5.  Use proper letter structure.http://www.nea.org/home/19657.htm
COPY THE BODY OF YOUR LETTER AND SEND IN AN EMAIL TO YOUR LEGISLATOR.
6.  Print your letter and SIGN!
7.  Copy the body of your letter and paste into the message section for your legislator.

8.  Turn in before you leave class.

Friday, November 9, 2018

Week 4 11.12-16 Unit 2 E?s Vocab Due Monday end of class; Project #3 Due Friday


Resources this Week:
UNIT 3 ESSAY TEST
Unit 3 E?s/Vocab
Unit 3 Vocab QUIZLET
Unit 3 Real Talk Review
House and Senate Qualifications and Membership
Congressional Membership 2018
Congressional Powers

MONDAY:  Complete ALL E?s/Vocab for Unit 2 Civic Participation - Due at the end of class.
Use the book to complete:
1. p. 260  SSCG115A
2. p. 267 B and E
3. p. 366 C
4. SSCG16 A-B is your opinion
5. Pledge of Allegiance R42
Also, Project #2 due when you walk into class.  See info in last week's blog post.

Standards for this week:
SSCG4 Demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government.
     a. Describe the structure, powers, and limitations of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, as described in the Constitution.
     b. Analyze the relationship between the three branches in a system of checks and balances and separation of powers.

SSCG8 Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative branch of government.
     a. Cite the formal qualifications for representatives and senators listed in the Constitution.
     b. Describe the election process for representatives and senators and how the 17th Amendment impacted the election of senators.
     c. Compare the terms of office for each chamber of Congress and explain the Founders’ intent.
     d. Compare and contrast the powers of each chamber of Congress (e.g., power of the purse, 16th Amendment, treaties, etc.)
     e. Explain the steps in the legislative process.
     f. Explain the functions of various leadership positions and committees within the legislature.
     g. Analyze the positive and negative role lobbyists play in the legislative process.

SSCG9 Explain the impeachment and removal process and its use for federal officials as defined in the U.S. Constitution

SSCG12 Describe the tools used to carry out United States foreign policy, including diplomacy and treaties; economic, military, and humanitarian aid; and sanctions and military intervention.

TUESDAY: Power of Congress:  This will be your next short answer!
Answer to G4A:
G4B:  The __________branch has the power to ____________.  They are checked on and limited by _______________.  (You should be able to complete for the legislative, executive and judicial branches.)




WEDNESDAY:  Answers to G8A and G8B are on this picture.  Use the picture to complete G8C and D. 
After class today you should be able to complete the following:
The qualifications to b a ____________ include....
The leader of the ____________ is the ___________________ whose super power is _____________________.  
The ___________ members are elected by ___________________ and represent their _____________.



THURSDAY:  Legislative Process Project #3 Introduced - Due Thursday - End of Class
Continue from Monday - Congress



Legislative Committees; Prewrite on Written Exam for class tomorrow.
PROJECT #3 DUE IN CLASS FRIDAY!
Directions:  Using your topic from Project #2 Political Spectrum, you are to write your Senator or Representative advising them how you would like them to proceed with your topic regarding future legislation. (Refer to blog posting Week #2.)

You are writing a letter to your legislator explaining how you the constituent would like them to vote on your chosen issue.


Project #3 Guidelines:
1.  Go to this site and find out who your representative are based on your address.
https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials
2.  Choose the representative you would like to contact.
3.  Compose a letter on Google Docs or Word. Spell/Grammar Check BEFORE sending your letter.
4.  Use the CEI format as your template for addressing your representative.
5.  Use proper letter structure.http://www.nea.org/home/19657.htm
COPY THE BODY OF YOUR LETTER AND SEND IN AN EMAIL TO YOUR LEGISLATOR.
6.  Print your letter and SIGN!
7.  Copy the body of your letter and paste into the message section for your legislator.

8.  Turn in before you leave class.



Crash Course - Congressional Committees

FRIDAY:  Begin work on Project #4 using laptops:
Directions:  
1.  Pick a number from the bag. 
2.  Find the person with your matching number.  You are partners.
3.  Your number corresponds to a case below.
4.  Complete the information on the handout given in class.  

Use this one if you want to write:
Unit 4 Project Supreme Court Case Summary - Partner Project

Use this one if you want to type into the doc:
FOR TYPING -Unit 4 Project Supreme Court Case Summary - Partner Project

Using the laptops, research to find the information on your case.
5.  Project due on Wed. after break!

The 21 Most Famous Cases of the Supreme Court:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2015/06/26/supreme-court-cases-history/29185891/
Here's a look at the court's most famous decisions:
  1. Marbury v. Madison, 1803 (4-0 decision)  Established the Supreme Court's power of judicial review over Congress.
  2. McCulloch v. Maryland, 1819 (7-0 decision) Established the federal government's implied powers over the states.
  3. Dred Scott v. Sandford, 1857 (7-2 decision) Denied citizenship to African American slaves.
  4. Plessy v. Ferguson, 1896 (7-1 decision)  Upheld "separate but equal" segregation laws in states.
  5. Korematsu v. United States, 1944 (6-3 decision) Upheld internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.
  6. Brown v. Board of Education, 1954 (9-0 decision) Separating black and white students in public schools is unconstitutional.
  7. Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963 (9-0 decision) Criminal defendants have a right to an attorney even if they cannot afford one.
  8. New York Times v. Sullivan, 1964 (9-0 decision) Lawsuits based on libel or defamation must show intent or recklessness.
  9. Miranda v. Arizona, 1966 (5-4 decision) Prisoners must be advised of their rights before being questioned by police.
  10. Loving v. Virginia, 1967 (9-0 decision) Invalidated state laws prohibiting interracial marriage.
  11. Roe v. Wade, 1973 (7-2 decision) Women have a constitutional right to an abortion during the first two trimesters.
  12. United States v. Nixon, 1974 (8-0 decision) President cannot use executive privilege to withhold evidence from criminal trial.
  13. Regents of the University of California v. Bakke, 1978 (5-4 decision) Upheld use of race as one of many factors in college admissions.
  14. Bush v. Gore, 2000 (5-4 decision) No recount of the 2000 presidential election was feasible in a reasonable time period. 
  15. Lawrence v. Texas, 2003 (6-3 decision) Struck down state laws that prohibited sodomy between consenting adults.
  16. District of Columbia v. Heller, 2008 (5-4 decision) Citizens have a right to possess firearms at home for self-defense.
  17. Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, 2010 (5-4 decision) Corporations and unions can spend unlimited amounts in elections.
  18. National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius, 2012 (5-4 decision) Upheld the mandate that most Americans have health insurance.
  19. Shelby County v. Holder, 2013 (5-4 decision) States and localities do not need federal approval to change voting laws.
  20. United States v. Windsor, 2013 (5-4 decision) Federal government must provide benefits to legally married same-sex couples.
  21. Obergefell v. Hodges, 2015 (5-4 decision) Same-sex marriage is legalized across all 50 states.
We have 6 weeks left.  Everything is going to be okay.

Final Exam Thurs. 5.17 1st and 2nd Fri. 5.18 (2nd) - Start studying each unit now for review.


I am not going to print for you.  You are responsible for printing.  I gave you the answers.  Yeesh.

Friday, November 2, 2018

Week 3 11.5-9 Unit 2 Test Friday; Mastery Quiz Monday; Vocab/Mini Test Thursday

UNIT 2 RESOURCES

POLITICAL SPECTRUM QUIZZES:


8.  Print the template and turn in.

MONDAY:
Complete 1-37 Vocab for Quiz on Thursday
Answer E? 1 , 2 A, B and C


TUESDAY:  ELECTION DAY

WEDNESDAY:
Unit 2 Prewrite Doc: PREWRITE for UNIT 2 TEST
This is your the test Friday.
Use computers to work on Project #2 2nd Half of class in Lab 2409
Civil Rights v Civil Liberties:


E?s 3 and 4
Vocab 1-37

Unit 2 Civic Participation Pre Write
Bill of Rights - QUIZ if needed
E?s /Vocab DUE

THURSDAY:  Continue from Wednesday  Unit 2 Vocab/Mini Test!

FRIDAY: UNIT 2 TEST You have the questions and the pre-write.
Complete Project #2 Due Monday.
Share your doc to this form:

PROJECT #2 ( DUE MON 11.12)
DIRECTIONS 
Use this checklist to guide you. 

1.  Use the following Political Spectrum Graphic Organizer to help you with your label:
Political Spectrum Notes

2.  Choose your topic for Project #2 from the following list of options:
1. Should all Americans have access to health care?

https://gun-control.procon.org/

3. Should marijuana be legalized in GA?
https://www.thoughtco.com/pros-and-cons-legalizing-marijuana-3325521

4.  Should More Gun Control Laws Be Enacted?
https://gun-control.procon.org/

5.  Should Sanctuary Cities Receive Federal Funding?
https://www.procon.org/headline.php?headlineID=005333

6.  Should the government fund stem cell research?

3.  Go to the Cobb Virtual Library: http://www.cobbk12.org/cdl.aspx
4.  Choose Hillgrove High School,  Username: first.last@students.cobbk12.org PW student/lunch Synergy #
5.  In the search box, type OPPOSING VIEWPOINTS.
6.  Research both the Conservative and Liberal side of your chosen topic.
7.  Complete the template with your information for each perspective:
1. Download as a Google Doc.
2. What do I need to include on the template above?

  1. MAKE SURE YOU CITE YOUR SOURCES!
  2. MAKE SURE YOU LIST 3 CLAIMS FOR YOUR VIEWPOINT. PROVIDE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR VIEWPOINT AND INTERPRET YOUR VIEWPOINT -CEI!
  3.   MAKE SURE YOU LIST 3 CLAIMS FOR BOTH THE LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWPOINTS.
3. Share link to this form:FORM to Link your PROJECT #


Friday, October 26, 2018

Week 2 Oct 29-Nov 2 Unit 1 Test on Wednesday; Project #1 Due Thursday

UNIT 1 TEST ON WEDNESDAY!

SHORT ANSWER SENTENCE FRAMES for UNIT 1 TEST

RESOURCES THIS WEEK:
UNIT 1 RESOURCES
Unit 1 Foundation of Government Quizlet Link: https://quizlet.com/_4hpyg





UNIT 2 RESOURCES

POLITICAL SPECTRUM QUIZZES:

MONDAY: Complete all E?s/Vocab

TUESDAY:  Review for Unit Test and pre-write short answer to study.
Complete all E?s and Vocab 
Blackmon classes Project #1 Due Thursday 

WEDNESDAY:  Unit 1 Test Foundations of Government
Blackmon classes complete Project #1 after test.  PROJECT DUE TOMORROW!

THURSDAY:  Project #1 Due
Begin Unit 2 Civic Participation
Bill of Rights - QUIZ on Friday- Fill in the Blank - NO Matching!
E?s to complete: 1
Vocab to complete: 1- 19 - MUST master 1-10


Unit 2 Bill of Rights Quiz - Mastery
PROJECT #2 DIRECTIONS

1.  Use the following Political Spectrum Graphic Organizer to help you with your label:
Political Spectrum Notes

2.  Choose your topic for Project #2 from the following list of options:
1. Should all Americans have access to health care?

https://gun-control.procon.org/

3. Should marijuana be legalized in GA?
https://www.thoughtco.com/pros-and-cons-legalizing-marijuana-3325521

4.  Should More Gun Control Laws Be Enacted?
https://gun-control.procon.org/

5.  Should Sanctuary Cities Receive Federal Funding?
https://www.procon.org/headline.php?headlineID=005333

6.  Should the government fund stem cell research?


3.  Go to the Cobb Virtual Library: http://www.cobbk12.org/cdl.aspx
4.  Choose Hillgrove High School,  Your Lunch number and the password  read .
5.  In the search box, type OPPOSING VIEWPOINTS.
6.  Research both the Conservative and Liberal side of your chosen topic.
7.  Complete the template with your information for each perspective:
Project #2 - Political Spectrum Template to Turn In
  MAKE SURE YOU CITE YOUR SOURCES!
  MAKE SURE YOU LIST 3 CLAIMS FOR YOUR VIEWPOINT. PROVIDE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR VIEWPOINT AND INTERPRET YOUR VIEWPOINT -CEI!
  MAKE SURE YOU LIST 3 CLAIMS FOR BOTH THE LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWPOINTS.
8.  Print the template and turn in.

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Week 1 Oct 22-26 Vocab Quiz Friday

Week 1 Government October 22-26 Vocab Quiz on Friday!

Welcome to Government!  
Remember this class has a whole & is required for graduation.

Please have your parents review the following:

Resources:
Foundation of Government Quizlet Link: https://quizlet.com/_4hpyg

Link to Government text AT HOME:
Students Click on the link below WHEN PROMPTED TO LOGIN USE:
SCH\STUDENT ID NUMBER and the SAME COMPUTER PASSWORD AT SCHOOL or
use Office 365 credentials

LINK to GOVERNMENT TEXT AT School:
. Government
Georgia United States Government
STUDENT EDITION
/HMH
Right click icon above or copy link below

MONDAY:  Welcome to Government!  

Vocab 1-22
E?s: 1-4
Definition Walk in hallway
What is the purpose of government?

How did the Enlightenment create our system of government?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av6R8QfgZ48
TUESDAY:Government systems
E?s: 4-5
Vocab:11-23
Short Answer Sentence Frame on Dec. of Independence
Writing of Declaration of Independence
https://infogram.com/Six-basic-principles-of-the-american-government


Related image

WEDNESDAY:
Declaration of Independence/Development of the US system of government
Amistad Clip
E?s:  6-12
Vocab: 4-8; 24-31

IN LAB GO HERE for Info:
Origins of Government Chapter 2:
https://schoolwires.henry.k12.ga.us/cms/lib08/GA01000549/Centricity/Domain/4806/ch02.pdf

THURSDAY:
VA v NJ Plan Crash Course - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kETpA7axafk
We have a Constitution!
E?s: 12-13
Vocab: 32-42

FRIDAY:
Mini Test #1 STRAIGHT from Quizlet.  See link above.
USE THIS LINK IN LAB:
Chapter 3 THE CONSTITUTION

Continue from Thursday

Friday, May 4, 2018

Week 6-7: Final Exam Quizlet Links; Project #5/E?s Due/Opne Note Test Friday

Final Exam Review Link and Quizlet Links

Final Exam Tues 12/19 (2nd) Wed 12/20 - Start studying each unit now for review.


I am not going to print for you.  You are responsible for printing.  I gave you the answers.  Yeesh.


Resources This Week:
Unit 5 Vocab in One Set - Both Criminal/Civil Justice and State and Local Government

MONDAY/TUESDAY:  
What are the deadlines for the next elections?
https://www.rockthevote.org/voting-information/election-dates-deadlines/georgia/
How do I find out about Cobb County elections?  
http://www.cobbelections.org/

What is on the Ballot May 22, 2018?
http://www.cobbelections.org/pdf/SampleBallot/2018/2018May_SampleBallot_DEM.pdf
https://ballotpedia.org/Georgia_elections,_2018

Complete Unit 5 Test and then complete the following Worksheet for a QUIZ Grade.Chapter 24 Summary - Structure & Function of Local Government Worksheet
*Make sure you answer #10 on both sides!


WEDNESDAY:  Criminal Justice E?S/Vocab Completed
Computer Cart - Complete Unit 5 Project - Letter to Your School Board Member: DUE TOMORROW!
Share your letter- Blackmon's classes - 
blackmongovt@gmail.com .

Alverson's classes Hard Copy Due FRIDAY.

Compose a letter to your Cobb County School Board member, Mr. Brad Wheeler.
1.  Explain THREE benefits (10 points each) you have experienced by attending Hillgrove High School. 2. Your letter should then explain how you think Hillgrove could be improved for future students.  **Remember, to include why you hold your beliefs.  (Guns v. Butter! Everything has a cost.)

Improvements should include the following: (15 points each)
1.  Class(es) you would like to have offered at Hillgrove.
2.  Clubs/Sports you would like to see started at Hillgrove.
3.  Technology or resources you would like to see added to our school.
4.  General recommendation of your choice. 

10 points for letter format, spelling, grammar

 RUBRIC:
Unit 5 Project – Last one!  Due MAY 11th End of Class Blackmon/Friday Alverson's Classes.
Benefits1 - 0 pts  5 pts  10 pts2 - 0 pts  5 pts     10 pts3 - 0 pts  5 pts                10 pts
ImprovementsClass Offerings
10 pts    5 pts      0 pts
Clubs/Sports
10 pts    5 pts        0 pts
Tech/Resources
10 pts    5 pts      0 pts
My Recommendation
10 pts    5 pts      0 pts
Letter FormatError Free       10 pts< 5 errors              5 pts>5 Errors                 0 pts


THURSDAY:   Notes Complete E?Criminal/Civil Cases as last HW/Classwork Grade

FRIDAY:  Unit 5 Test - OPEN NOTES/Final Exam Review; IN LIBRARY
 - 
WEEK 7:
Make-up Exams: If a student is absent on a final exam day, then the student must contact his or her teacher regarding the time/place to make-up the missed exam. Teachers are encouraged to schedule make-up exams on the morning of Jan. 3 (the teacher workday) so that the exam can be graded and the final course grade posted in Synergy prior to printing report cards. .
MONDAY:  Final Exam Review
TUESDAY: Final Exam Review
WEDNESDAY:  Final Exam Review
THURSDAY:  3rd and 4th FINALS
FRIDAY:  1st and 2nd FINALS