Friday, December 13, 2019

Finals Week 12.16-20 - Project #5 Due Monday; Final Exam Thurs.

Everything is going to be okay.

Final Exam Tues 12/19 (1st and 2nd) Wed 12/20 (3rd and 4th) dismissal at 11:30.
Start studying each unit now for review.

50 Questions - Multiple choice - Counts 20%
People and Places

Terms
https://quizlet.com/_5s4vku
Exam Exemption Clarification points:
· ALL Students (AP or not) that have an A and 5 or less absences (excused or unexcused) AND NO Saturday school, ISS or OSS infractions this semester qualify for exemption.

·
 In addition, AP students that register to take the AP exam for that class may exempt as well.
Also, all teachers must notify students by Monday, December 16th to let them know if they can exempt. Absent days after Monday, December 16th do not impact the exemption. Once students are told they qualify to exempt then they qualify to exempt. There should be no rescinding exemptions based on absences after Monday the 16th. If the students do not come to school after Monday, December 16th it counts as an absence but not towards the exemption criteria.
PLEASE NOTATE STUDENTS’ EXEMPTION STATUS IN SYNERGY BY DEC. 16TH.

Thursday, December 5, 2019

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

Final Exam Tues 12/19 (1st and 2nd) Wed 12/20 (3rd and 4th - Start studying each unit now for review.

50 Questions - Multiple choice - Counts 20%
People and Places

Terms
https://quizlet.com/_5s4vku
Exam Exemption Clarification points:
· ALL Students (AP or not) that have an A and 5 or less absences (excused or unexcused) AND NO Saturday school, ISS or OSS infractions this semester qualify for exemption.

·
 In addition, AP students that register to take the AP exam for that class may exempt as well.
Also, all teachers must notify students by Monday, December 16th to let them know if they can exempt. Absent days after Monday, December 16th do not impact the exemption. Once students are told they qualify to exempt then they qualify to exempt. There should be no rescinding exemptions based on absences after Monday the 16th. If the students do not come to school after Monday, December 16th it counts as an absence but not towards the exemption criteria.
PLEASE NOTATE STUDENTS’ EXEMPTION STATUS IN SYNERGY BY DEC. 16TH.




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 Activity Project is due today!
1.Project #4 from last Friday Due today.

TUESDAY: Unit 5 Vocab Quiz using E?s/Vocab Tomorrow!; Begin State and Local Government 

WEDNESDAY:  Unit 5 Vocab QuizContinue State and Local Government

THURSDAY: Revisit Criminal Justice

FRIDAY:  Unit 5 Multiple Choice Test

Friday, November 22, 2019

Week 6 12.2-6; Exec/SupCt Vocab Quiz Wed.; Friday Unit 4 test

Monday: Qualifications of the President 
Complete E?s: 1-4
Vocab: Complete ALL using your text.


Tuesday:  READ p.164-168 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)



President Trump's Cabinet

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

Thursday: Practice Unit 4 Test


UNIT 4 ESSAY Test


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




FRIDAY:  UNIT 4 ESSAY Test

PROJECT #4
After the test:
Professor Pamela S. Kailan Impeachment Inquiry
Professor Noah Feldman Impeachment Inquiry
As you view, the videos above, complete following:
https://forms.gle/KMt5kzay5LVyK5Ht5


Judicial Branch in a Flash Go to p.3 
Activity on Page 9-10   


Monday, November 18, 2019

Week 5 11.18-22 Unit 3 Test Tuesday; Project #3 Due Wednesday

Monday: Review and prewrite your test questions

Tuesday:  TEST Complete Project #3 After test
PROJECT #3 DUE IN CLASS FRIDAY!

Project #3 Guidelines:
1. Go to this article:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HrlDFr0M1XU1_NIn1ikA40dz__PXY6YE

2. In a group of 2-3 people, (you will not pick your group), complete the summary on this Google doc:  MAKE A COPY OF THIS DOC AND SHARE WITH blackmongovt@gmail.com


https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tGrcyp97FA639vBW7cIc9SFp2x3EEavyMxTuP-iq4nU/edit?usp=sharing

Wednesday: Begin Unit 4 Executive Branch


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: 1-13
Vocab:  ALL

President Trump's Cabinet

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

Thursday: 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:  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

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Week 4 11.10-14: Project #2 Due Tues; Vocab Quiz Thurs; Unit 3 Test on Tuesday 11.20; Project #3 Due in Class on Friday

Resources this Week:
https://www.vox.com/2019/11/5/20914280/impeachment-trump-explained
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
Rand Paul's Filibuster

MONDAY: Project #2 DUE TOMORROW- Constitution Scavenger Hunt- 
  
Use the book to complete: p. 127-134
1. SSCG115A
2. SSCG8 A, B, C and D,
3. SSCGE  p.151
3. SSCG16 A-D is your opinion
4. Pledge of Allegiance R42
Also, Project #2 due when you walk into class tomorrow.  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 branch.
     b. Analyze the relationship between the three branches in a system of checks and balances and separation of powers--CONGRESS ONLY.

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.)



PROJECT #3 DUE IN CLASS FRIDAY!

Project #3 Guidelines:
1. Go to this article:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HrlDFr0M1XU1_NIn1ikA40dz__PXY6YE

2. In a group of 2-3 people, (you will not pick your group), complete the summary on this Google doc:  MAKE A COPY OF THIS DOC AND SHARE WITH blackmongovt@gmail.com

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tGrcyp97FA639vBW7cIc9SFp2x3EEavyMxTuP-iq4nU/edit?usp=sharing


WEDNESDAY: VOCAB QUIZ tomorrow!
 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 LAB 2409 to work on 
PROJECT #3 SEE ABOVE.


FRIDAY: 
CLASSWORK ACTIVITY FOR FRIDAY - Impeachment Inquiry

Friday, November 1, 2019

Week 3: 11.4-11.8 Bill of Rights Mastery Quiz Monday;UNIT 2 Test on 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

WEDNESDAY:




THURSDAY: UNIT 2 TEST You have the questions and the pre-write.

FRIDAY: Complete Project #2 Due TODAY!
Share your doc to this form:

Bill of Rights Mastery Quiz


Thursday, October 24, 2019

Week 2 10.28-11.1 Unit 1 Short Answer test on Wednesday; Project #1 Due Tues In class; Bill of Rights Mastery Quiz Friday

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 pre-write short answer to study.
Blackmon classes Project #1 Due Thursday 

TUESDAY:
Complete pre-write short answer to study.
Complete Project #1 in Class

WEDNESDAY:
Unit 1 Test Foundations of Government
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

THURSDAY:
Freedom of the Press
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 ( DUE MON 11.4)
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?

Thursday, October 17, 2019

Week 1 October 21-25 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 QUIZ FRIDAY!

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

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Week 7 FINALS Week! Unit 5 Test on TUES/E?s Vocab due TUES; FINAL THURSDAY!

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

Final Exam Tues 5/16  - 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

State and Local Info:  GA Govt Sites

MONDAY: Complete E?s Vocab for Unit 5 

TUESDAY: UNIT 5 TEST

WEDNESDAY:  FINAL EXAM REVIEW

THURSDAY: FINAL 

FRIDAY:  ENJOY YOUR AFTERNOON!


Monday, May 6, 2019

50 Questions - Multiple choice - Counts 20%
People and Places

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


MONDAY:  Discuss and complete Project #4
Turn in Unit 4 E?s/Vocab if you did not do so Friday.
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

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

TUESDAY:
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 / 

DUE: Thursday at the end of class. 

TUESDAY:
Continue Current Events Activity from Monday

WEDNESDAY:
Continue Current Events Activity from Monday - TURN IN Tomorrow. THIS COUNTS AS A QUIZ GRADE!

THURSDAY: Continue State and Local Government; Current Events "Quiz Due"

FRIDAY:  Review; Use Final exam links to study.
Unit 5 Multiple Choice Test on Tuesday