The economics section of the course addresses economic systems, markets, the role of government in the economy, scarcity, choice, global economic interdependence, work, and earnings.

The government section of the course addresses principles of government, major documents of American government, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the functions of government, and international relations. This course is taught within the guidelines of the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Economics and Civics/Government.

Materials and resources used throughout this course may include but are not limited to the materials and resources listed here. Materials and resources used during this course are available to parents and students by using student login information on a district-issued iPad.