Standard 3: Active, engaged, and informed citizens are critical to the success of the United States representative democracy. United States citizens have certain rights, responsibilities, and duties, the fulfillment of which help to maintain the healthy functioning of the national, state, and local communities.
Standard 3 Activities
[10 Points] - Political parties - doc
[10 points]- Campaign Finance Reform - doc
[10 points]- Mechanics of Voting - doc
[10 Points] - Create a Political Campaign - doc
[15 Points] - Attend Government Meeting - doc (Can only be submitted for Standard 1 OR 3, not both)
[5 Points] - Get out the Vote! - doc
[5 Points] - Current Issue Analysis Reflection - doc
Standard Indicators
12.G3a Citizens should be informed about rights and freedoms, and committed to balancing personal liberties with a social responsibility to others.
12.G3b The right to vote, a cornerstone of democracy, is the most direct way for citizens to participate in the government. A citizen must register to vote, and may register as a party member or select the status of independent.
12.G3c Citizens have opportunities to both participate in and influence their communities and country. Citizens contribute to government processes through legal obligations such as obeying laws, paying taxes, serving on juries, and registering for selective service.
12.G3d Citizens have the right to represent their locality, state, or country as elected officials. Candidates develop a campaign, when they decide to seek public office.