Civics is the study of the rights and duties of citizens. This year we will be learning about what it takes to be a good citizen of America as well as gaining an understanding of the Constitution and the role it plays in our lives every day. We will also be learning about the branches of government and their roles from the national level all the way down to the local and state levels. Students will have an opportunity to analyze primary sources and compile information in order to craft well-written essays.

Please be aware that Civics is a yearlong course and students will not be awarded credit for this course until you have completed all the course curriculum and the End of Course Exam at the end of the school year.

This course focuses on the history of the United States from exploration and colonization to reconstruction after the Civil War. It also covers an overview of economics and civics.

The students will learn about the different European colonies formed in America and will compare the characteristics of different colonies. They will learn about the American Revolution and the founding principles of the United States. The students will study the westward expansion of the country and its national and international causes. They will learn about the causes of the Civil War, the major battles of the war, and its effect on the country. Students will have an opportunity to analyze primary sources and compile information in order to craft well-written essays.

Please be aware that students will be required to take a District End of Course Exam. This test is not a state exam, but one required by our district for students to take in non state tested courses.