Post date: Jan 11, 2014 8:08:35 PM
As seniors I am sure many of you were especially excited to hear that we are officially in the year 2014--your graduation year. And I am sure many of you enjoyed the extra long break we had, and some of you are probably very glad to see people again. Regardless of how you feel we still have so much to learn as we enter the last week of the grading period. We will begin by studying about Congress and Chapter 10. This is very timely since our President is preparing for the State of the Union which we will watch in class.
MONDAY 1/13--DDOG, CNN student news--time to catch up on the latest news. Receive Chapter 10 handout of questions. This is a chapter that has a lot of clear cut facts to memorize so it is very important that you learn the information. Go over section 1.
TUESDAY 1/14--DDOG, CNN student news. Begin Section 2.
WEDNESDAY 1/15--DDOG, CNN student news, go over rest of section 2 with showing of Congressional website and begin section 3
THURSDAY 1/16--DDOG, CNN student news, finish up section 3. Reviews questions for Ch 10 test with class.
FRIDAY 1/17--DDOG, CNN student news, Chapter 10 test, Turn in DDOG today!
DAILY DOSE OF GOVERNMENT
If you do not like the question you are always welcome to comment on a current event.
1/13--What are ways to get in touch with political leaders if you have an issue or concern? If you do not know the answer, how would you begin to look for those resources or opportunities?
1/14--Are women under represented in Congress and politics in our country? Please explain your answer and opinion on if that number needs to change.
1/15--What are the requirements/qualifications you want to see in people who represent you in offices like Congress? Why are those qualities important?
1/16--Does your Congress represent you and your views well? Please explain. If you are unable to answer this how can you find out this information?
1/17--CURRENT EVENT or Reflection, DUE TODAY!!!!!