Government

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how our government operates at its various levels and within its three branches. An emphasis will be placed on opportunities for citizens to access government to solve individual and societal problems.


The full syllabus for this class may be accessed by using the following link:


Semester I

  • Origins of American Government
  • Constitution
  • Political Parties
  • Elections
  • Voting
  • Interest Groups
  • Legislative Branch


Semester II

  • Executive Branch
  • Judicial Branch
  • Public Policies and Services
  • State/Local Governments
  • Foreign Policy/World Affairs