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AS OF 28 October 2019 - PLEASE GO TO THE NEW ALL-SEEING EYE AT: https://sites.google.com/wsd.net/aseye-us-government-citizen/home

Welcome students, parents, and teachers. This is Mr. Hatch’s United States Government & Citizenship Website. You can find assignments, link to my online course content, link to tests, or join in with the class discussions.

END OF MINI-TERM 2

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 (Week 5) 21 October - 24 October 2019

Friday, 25 October 2019 - No School - Teacher Work Day

Thursday, 24 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons

Assignment: Electoral College Lesson - 270 To WIN - We will work on this for the remaining days of the mini-term.

Helpful Websites - 270towin.com

American Government Textbook - Chapter 13 Section 5 - The Election (The Electoral College pgs. 377-384)

Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon: (PICK ONE)

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?9. How does this relate to what we have been learning in class about parties, third parties, coalition governments, partisanship, two-party vs. multi-party systems?

IN THE NEWS:

Trudeau Wins But Forms Minority Government

Netanyahu Fails Again to Form New Israeli Coalition Government

Washington Nationals Can "UNITE a City"

Assignment: Electoral College Lesson - 270 To WIN - We will work on this for the remaining days of the mini-term.

Helpful Websites - 270towin.com

American Government Textbook - Chapter 13 Section 5 - The Election (The Electoral College pgs. 377-384)

Tuesday, 22 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons

Finish and Hand In - Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Assignment: Electoral College Lesson - 270 To WIN - We will work on this for the remaining days of the mini-term.

Helpful Websites - 270towin.com

American Government Textbook - Chapter 13 Section 5 - The Election (The Electoral College pgs. 377-384)

Monday, 21 October 2019

"Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?ONE MORE QUESTION - 9. What is your prediction for how third party challengers might affect the 2020 election? Tulsi Gabbard? Mitt Romney? Jill Stein (Green Party)?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response

Finish - Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 (Week 4) 14 October - 16 October 2019 -

NO SCHOOL Thursday 17 & Friday 18 October - Fall Break

Friday, 16 October 2019

"Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?ONE MORE QUESTION - What is your prediction for who will win the Democratic Nomination?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response
IN THE NEWS: https://www.cnn.com/2019/10/15/politics/who-won-the-democratic-debate/index.html

This Hilary Clinton cartoon is the cartoon we are analyzing this time. Given the number of Democrats in the debate last night, and the division between the more extreme social democrats of the party and the more moderate democrats, it has brought some to wonder if they need a different candidate to unite the Democrat party. Some have suggested a Hillary Clinton or even Michele Obama, but think about what type of "baggage" do these types of candidates bring to the election if they were to choose to run. What is your prediction about the Democrat debates and nomination process?

Assessment - Today we are taking our Political Spectrum and Political Parties Test - See Google Classroom

Finish - Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Tuesday, 15 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons. PICK JUST ONE OF THESE - If you notice, one is from the Democrat perspective, and one is from the Republican perspective - Can you tell the difference?

Continue - Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Monday, 14 October 2019

Daily Journal - "What if History - On This Date in History" - 14 October 1918 - Adolf Hitler Wounded in British Gas Attack - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/adolf-hitler-wounded-in-british-gas-attack

1. What happened to Hitler?2. What were the effects on history?3. What is the point of divergence?4. Describe the new "what if history?.5. Share with your neighbor for a response.

Helpful Websites:

Henry Tandey and Alleged Hitler Incident

Henry Tandey British Soldier Allegedly Spares Hitler's Life

The Man Who Didn't Kill Hitler

The Fortunino Matania Painting - This is a picture of Henry Tandey carrying a wounded comrade to safety.

Though sources do not exist to prove the exact whereabouts of Adolf Hitler on that day in 1918, an intriguing link emerged to suggest that he was in fact the soldier Tandey spared. A photograph that appeared in London newspapers of Tandey carrying a wounded soldier at Ypres in 1914 was later portrayed on canvas in a painting by the Italian artist Fortunino Matania glorifying the Allied war effort. As the story goes, when British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain traveled to Germany in 1938 to engage Hitler in a last-ditch effort to avoid another war in Europe, he was taken by the führer to his new country retreat in Bavaria. There, Hitler showed Chamberlain his copy of the Matania painting, commenting, “That’s the man who nearly shot me.”

The authenticity of the Tandey-Hitler encounter remains in dispute, though evidence does suggest that Hitler had a reproduction of the Matania painting as early as 1937—a strange acquisition for a man who had been furious and devastated by the German defeat at Allied hands in the Great War.

Finish CurCon from last Friday -

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Helpful websites -

History of the Republican Party

History of the Democrat Party

History of the Whig Party

History of the "Dixiecrat"

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 (Week 3) 7 October - 11 October 2019

Friday, 10 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Optional - You could also do your own version of "Stick-man" NBA style. I just needs to be your own version, original, not copying the NBA icons below.

Title: NBA and China - Hong Kong Protests

In The News:

Morey's Tweet May Cost [Houston] Rockets Millions

The NBA May Have Just Thrown Hong Kong's Protesters a New LIfeline

Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet -

News Article Introduction - These 526 Voters Represent All of America. And They Spent a Weekend Together.

The class will have four different choices of articles that are current challenges or problems we are facing in our community, state, country, or around the world. These will be provided by the teacher. Please use the skimming and scanning strategies for this assignment.

Students are welcome to bring their own articles as well and they will be put in groups of similar type articles for discussion.

Article Topic - "Political Parties - Partisanship vs Bipartisanship" - How do we solve these issues and create more bipartisanship?

Reading Strategy:

Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. These strategies are especially helpful for reading non-fiction, informational text (Reading for information, not enjoyment).

Skimming - What to read - Keywords (don't worry about every detail), bold words, headings, titles, first and last sentence of paragraph

Scanning: Looking for - Keywords, numbers, names (specific to what you are looking for), headings, titles.

Articles:

Article #1 - Trump Throws Middle East Policy Into Turmoil Over Syria

Article #2 - 600,000 Customers Are Still Without Power as California Utility Cuts Electricity to Prevent Wildfires

Article #3 - Groups Oppose Plan to Allow ATVs in Utah National Parks

Article #4 - Medicaid Expansion 1 Medicaid Expansion 2 Medicaid Expansion 3

Continue - Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Helpful websites -

History of the Republican Party

History of the Democrat Party

History of the Whig Party

History of the "Dixiecrat"

Thursday, 10 October 2019

Daily Journal: Compare and Contrast -

1. How are these cartoons the same? How are they different?

2. Describe how this political cartoon connects to history or current events?

3. Describe the two different perspectives. Describe from where do the different perspectives come?

4. What do you think about the cartoons and the current event?

5. Share your journal.

In The News:

Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Wednesday, 9 October 2019

Daily Journal: Compare and Contrast -

1. How are these cartoons the same? How are they different?

2. Describe how this political cartoon connects to history or current events?

3. Describe the two different perspectives. Describe from where do the different perspectives come?

4. What do you think about the cartoons and the current event?

5. Share your journal.

In The News:

Trump defends decision to abandon Kurdish allies in Syria

Behind Trump’s Syria Pullout Lies a Campaign Pledge

Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Tuesday, 8 October 2019

Daily Journal: Historical Cartoon - 15 January 1870 - First Appearance of the Democratic Donkey - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-appearance-of-the-democratic-donkey

1. What magazine brought us the Democrat donkey?2. What cartoon symbols did Thomas Nast introduce?3. Describe the cartoon's symbolism.4. Define what it means to be "Democrat" and "Republican".5. What do you think about parties in America?

Helpful Websites -

Mental Floss - How Did the Donkey & Elephant Become Political Mascots?

The Third-Term Controversy That Gave the Republican Party Its Symbol

VIDEO - The Story Behind Political Party Mascots

IN THE NEWS - Jackson vs. Trump??? What's up with Donald Trump and Andrew Jackson? This is an interesting article that talks about why Trump sees himself as the GOOD qualities of Andrew Jackson. The article disagrees, but interesting little observation. It answers the question, "Why is Pres. Trump always in front of the Pres. Jackson Portrait?"

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Helpful websites -

History of the Republican Party

History of the Democrat Party

History of the Whig Party

History of the "Dixiecrat"

Assignment: (Group Document Analysis) - Pres. George Washington's Farewell Address (19 September 1796) - The letter was first published as The Address of Gen. Washington to the People of America on His Declining the Presidency of the United States in the American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796, about ten weeks before the presidential electors cast their votes in the 1796 election.

Washington's Farewell Address - Complete Copy

Monday, 7 October 2019

"Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response

Title: Business and Militarism

From History - Pres. Eisenhower and the Military Industrial Complex Warning - Farewell Address - 17 January 1961

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Helpful websites -

History of the Republican Party

History of the Democrat Party

History of the Whig Party

History of the "Dixiecrat"

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 (Week 2) 30 September - 4 October 2019

Friday, 4 October 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: China Communist 70 Years

In The News - Cruelties in Xinjiang Province - Reeducation Camps?

Hong Kong: thousands protest over police shooting of teenager

Topic - One-Party Rule - The Communist Party of China

Assignment: Friday CurCon2019 #2 "Bi - Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - in the end however, I do want you to think what I things I would be wiling to compromise on, and try to come up with t a solution.

Current Events Articles:

E.P.A. Says It Will Drastically Reduce Animal Testing

What Is the United Nations? Its History, Its Goals and Its Relevance

Kehinde Wiley’s Times Square Monument: That’s No Robert E. Lee

additional info - http://designtrust.org/news/reimagining-monument-avenue-richmond-virginia/

https://blavity.com/why-richmonds-monument-avenue-is-an-all-star-lineup-of-hate-that-should-be-looked-at-differently-today?category1=opinion

Al-Shabab terrorists attack US military base in Somalia

When you have picked and read one of these articles - using the Skim and Scan strategy - so you get the gist of the article, the main idea, then you will have a discussion with your group. This time the goal is to be AS BI - PARTISAN AS POSSIBLE. You ARE trying to win for your party and your party platform, in the end however, I do want you to think what I things I would be wiling to compromise on, and try to come up with t a solution.

When you are done, fill out the worksheet documenting your knowledge of the article, and more importantly what happened during the group discussion. Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

IF YOU WERE GONE FOR THE DEBATE/DISCUSSION GROUP - please read the article, on the back of the CURCON sheet, write the main points of the article, what the different parties' perspectives would be, and where they might be willing to compromise. Then fill out the front as if you had been involved in a debate with those different parties in the debate. Hopefully that will help you think through the experience we had in class.

Thursday, 3 October 2019

"I'm the Illustrator" We are going to practice this again! Yeah!!!

Daily Journal: "I'm the Illustrator" - Read the headline of the article and the highlights of the article (skim and scan strategy) to understand what is going on. You can choose to look at several articles or do your own research to get both sides of the story or the bigger picture. Then illustrate the article headline with your own cartoon. YOU are the illustrator. Remember you will be including your perspective on the issue and make sure it connects to the current event and summarizes what you believe is the message that needs to be shared. You can use words, but sparingly!

Topic - Bernie Sanders Temporarily Off the Campaign Trail - Treated for Artery Blockage

Finish - Assignment: Friday CurCon 2019 #1 "Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - no compromise today.

Assignment: Friday CurCon2019 #1 "Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - no compromise today.

Current Events Articles:

Nancy Pelosi Announces Formal Impeachment Inquiry of Trump

Birds Are Vanishing From North America

Should College Be Free?

Young People Are Going to Save Us All From Office Life

Drone Attacks Knock Out Half of Saudi Oil Capacity

Hong Kong Protesters Appeal to Trump for Help

When you have picked and read one of these articles - using the Skim and Scan strategy - so you get the gist of the article, the main idea, then you will have a discussion with your group. This time the goal is to be AS PARTISAN AS POSSIBLE. You ARE NOT looking for a solution and compromise to the problem, you ARE trying to win for your party and your party platform, at any and all costs.

When you are done, fill out the worksheet documenting your knowledge of the article, and more importantly what happened during the group discussion. Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

IF YOU WERE GONE FOR THE DEBATE/DISCUSSION GROUP - please read the article, and on the back of the CURCON sheet, write the main points of the article, what the different parties' perspectives would be, and what their agenda would be regarding this issue; what would they be trying to win? How would they be "partisan"? Then fill out the front as if you had been involved in a debate with those different parties in the debate. Hopefully that will help you think through the experience we had in class.

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Wednesday, 2 October 2019

Daily Journal: "I'm the Illustrator" - Read the headline of the article and the highlights of the article (skim and scan strategy) to understand what is going on. You can choose to look at several articles or do your own research to get both sides of the story or the bigger picture. Then illustrate the article headline with your own cartoon. YOU are the illustrator. Remember you will be including your perspective on the issue and make sure it connects to the current event and summarizes what you believe is the message that needs to be shared. You can use words, but sparingly!

Strategy - Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. These strategies are especially helpful for reading non-fiction, informational text (Reading for information, not enjoyment).

Skimming - What to read - Keywords (don't worry about every detail), bold words, headings, titles, first and last sentence of paragraph

Scanning: Looking for - Keywords, numbers, names (specific to what you are looking for), headings, titles.

Stickman 101 - Joints - Noses - Motion Lines - Props

Advanced Stickman - Video

In The News - 2016 Electoral Map and Pres. Trump Impeachment

270 To Win

Topic - Studying Voter Behavior and Party Statistics and Demographics (pg. 168 - 171)

Finish - Assignment: Friday CurCon 2019 "Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - no compromise today.

Finished and Handed in - Assignment: Political Spectrum

Political Spectrum Survey Questions Websites - This is for your own personal information only. You will not be asked to share you results, but only to evaluate and think about them.

https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz

https://9axes.github.io/instructions.html

One more we will look at as a class - https://www.politicalcompass.org/

Any time left over?

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Tuesday, 1 October 2019

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 1 October 1949 - Mao Zedong Proclaims The People's Republic of China - AND - 1 October 1988 - Mikhail Gorbachev Becomes Head of Soviet Union - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

Mao Zedong - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/mao-zedong-proclaims-peoples-republic-of-china

Mikhail Gorbachev - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/mikhail-gorbachev-becomes-head-of-supreme-soviet

1. How does the name - The People's Republic of China - seem to contradict with the One Party System of China's government? 2. What are the problems with the One-Party system?3. What are some examples of One=Party systems around the world?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One-party_state and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One-party_state#Former_big_tent_modernist_one-party_states

Taiwan

Hong Kong

4. What happens to any opposition parties?5. How did communism come about in China?6. What is the difference between Hong Kong, China, and Taiwan?7. The US has a two-party system. Is this the best option or is there a better system? Why?

Finish - Assignment: Friday CurCon 2019 "Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - no compromise today.

Finish Assignment: Political Spectrum

Political Spectrum Survey Questions Websites - This is for your own personal information only. You will not be asked to share you results, but only to evaluate and think about them.

https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz

https://9axes.github.io/instructions.html

One more we will look at as a class - https://www.politicalcompass.org/

Any time left over?

Finish - Assignment: America's Political Party System

Monday, 30 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Embarrassed

Assignment: America's Political Party System

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 (Week 1) 23 September - 27 September 2019

Friday, 27 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Partisan America

Assignment: Friday CurCon2019 #1 "Partisan Party" - You play the role. Normally the goal of this activity is to "collaboratively and deliberately address problems, build a civic identity, defend rights and liberties, and create civic dialogue." Today, that is not the goal. Today, the goal is to learn your assigned party's goal and win the argument and achieve your goal - be as partisan as possible - no compromise today.

Current Events Articles:

Nancy Pelosi Announces Formal Impeachment Inquiry of Trump

Birds Are Vanishing From North America

Should College Be Free?

Young People Are Going to Save Us All From Office Life

Drone Attacks Knock Out Half of Saudi Oil Capacity

Hong Kong Protesters Appeal to Trump for Help

When you have picked and read one of these articles - using the Skim and Scan strategy - so you get the gist of the article, the main idea, then you will have a discussion with your group. This time the goal is to be AS PARTISAN AS POSSIBLE. You ARE NOT looking for a solution and compromise to the problem, you ARE trying to win for your party and your party platform, at any and all costs.

When you are done, fill out the worksheet documenting your knowledge of the article, and more importantly what happened during the group discussion. Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

Thursday, 26 September 2019

Daily Journal - Historical Cartoon -

Title: Ralph Nader For President - 3rd Party - Green Party Candidate

Ralph Nader 2000 Presidential Campaign - Green Party Candidate

Was Nader a "spoiler" for the Democrat Nominee, Al Gore? Did he still enough votes away to give George W. Bush the win? Remember the Electoral College is in play here.

Why would you vote 3rd party knowing your candidate would most likely not win? What are the benefits of that vote?

"Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
9. Is a vote for a 3rd party candidate a "throw-away vote" ? Are 3rd party candidates "spoilers"?10. How do 3rd parties get more strength and political power and funding?

The 2000 Presidential Election Spoiler Controversy:

In the 2000 presidential election in Florida, George W. Bush defeated Al Gore by 537 votes. Nader received 97,421 votes in Florida (and Pat Buchanan and Harry Browne received 17,484 and 16,415 respectively), which led to claims that Nader was responsible for Gore's defeat.

How does it affect campaign financing? https://transition.fec.gov/info/chtwo.htm

Other Historic and Current Spoilers / 3rd Party Candidates:

1912 - Theodore Roosevelt - "Bull Moose Party"/Progressive Party

1992 - Ross Perot - Independent

2016 - Gary Johnson - Libertarian & Evan McMullin - Independent - "Never Trumpers" and Libertarian Party

Finish Assignment: Political Spectrum

Political Spectrum Survey Questions Websites - This is for your own personal information only. You will not be asked to share you results, but only to evaluate and think about them.

https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz

https://9axes.github.io/instructions.html

One more we will look at as a class - https://www.politicalcompass.org/

25 Sept. 2019 -Parent-Teacher Conference 1PM - 7 PM

Wednesday, 25 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Climate Action Summit

In the News: The 2019 UN General Assembly

Pres. Trump Gives Speech at UN

UN Climate Action Summit

Iran and Saudi Oil Attacks

Assignment: Political Spectrum

Political Spectrum Survey Questions Websites - This is for your own personal information only. You will not be asked to share you results, but only to evaluate and think about them.

https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz

https://9axes.github.io/instructions.html

One more we will look at as a class - https://www.politicalcompass.org/

Which party most aligns with my point of view? Democrat? Republican? a Third Party?

Tuesday, 24 September 2019

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 24 September 1789 - The First US Supreme Court was Established - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/the-first-supreme-court

1. How many justices were there in the original court?2. Who was the first Chief Justice?3. Who appointed the justices? Who confirmed the appointments?4. What types of court cases are heard by the Supreme Court?5. How has the court changed over time?6. What court cases do you know about? Which ones are the most important and why?
Helpful Websites - Why are there 9 justices on the Supreme Court today?

https://www.history.com/news/franklin-roosevelt-tried-packing-supreme-court

https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/why-does-the-supreme-court-have-nine-justices

https://www.livescience.com/9857-9-supreme-court-justices.html

In The News: Should the Democrats Pack the Supreme Court? Yes - If They Want to Commit Political Suicide

Assignment: Content Pairs - Content Pair Sign Up Sheets - Each student will put this in the front cover of their daily journal. Each student will get the name of another student for each different political party. Make sure you get every space filled with no repeats. As you do this, you need to share your name, something interesting about yourself, and something you find interesting about government. Once this is all done, we will use these, today, to share our daily journal for a response.

Optional Opportunity: National Voter Registration Day 2019 - Utah Online Voter Registration

National Voter Registration Day Website 2019

Assignment: Political Spectrum

Political Spectrum Survey Questions Websites - This is for your own personal information only. You will not be asked to share you results, but only to evaluate and think about them.

https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/

https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz

https://9axes.github.io/instructions.html

One more we will look at as a class - https://www.politicalcompass.org/

Monday, 23 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Title: Free Press - International Day of Peace Sept. 21

In the News - International Day of Peace

Assignment:

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

End of Mini-Term 1

Welcome to Mini-Term 1 (Week 5) 16 September - 20 September 2019

Friday, 20 September 2019

Assessment: Post-Test Types of Government - This is found on the Google Classroom. This test will need to be taken online, at school, in class, on a Chromebook.

Thursday, 19 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Title: Election Promises

Hand in your journal!

Assignment: Plato's Republic / Cycle of Government "Read Share" Activity

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet (The Plato's Cycle Notes Section)

Types of Government & Plato's Cycle of Governments Slide Show

Who is Baron de Montesquieu? How did his philosophy affect the future government that would become the United States of America and the US Constitution?

Helpful Websites:

Plato's Five Regimes

Types of Government in Ancient Greece

Wednesday, 18 September 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Impeachment

In The News:

Pres. Trump - House Judiciary Committee To Grill Corey Lewandowski

Justice Kavanaugh - New Calls To Impeach Justice Kavanaugh: How It Would Work And Why It Likely Won't

Assignment: Plato's Republic / Cycle of Government "Read Share" Activity

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet (The Plato's Cycle Notes Section)

Tuesday, 17 September 2019 - US Constitution Signed - Constitution Day

Learn all the interesting facts about this painting - https://www.aoc.gov/art/other-paintings-and-murals/signing-constitution

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 17 September 1787 - US Constitution Day - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/topics/united-states-constitution/constitution#section_2

US Constitution Quiz

1. What date was the US Constitution signed?2. What was the first constitution or governing document of the US?3. Why did they abandon the Articles of Confederation?4. What did you learn about the Constitution that you didn't know before? 5. What do you believe is the most important part of the US Constitution?6. Is the US Constitution important today? Why or Why not?

Assignment: Plato's Republic / Cycle of Government "Read Share" Activity

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet (The Plato's Cycle Notes Section)

Monday, 16 September 2019 -

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 16 September 1932 - Gandhi Begins Fast in Protest of Caste Separation - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gandhi-begins-fast-in-protest-of-caste-separation

This site may also be helpful - Gandhi - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahatma_Gandhi

Caste System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caste_system_in_India

Karl Marx and Class Struggle - https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Class_struggle and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Marx

1. Summarize Gandhi's life.2. What was the Caste System? How did it affect India?3. What did Gandhi teach?4. Compare and contrast that to Karl Marx.5.What great accomplishments did he achieve?6. Why was he assassinated? What do you think about that?7. How does this relate to our current US society and the world? What's the solution?

Welcome to Mini-Term 1 (Week 4) 9 September - 13 September 2019

Friday, 13 September 2019 - Friday the 13th!!!!! Ooooooo. . . dun. . .dun. . . dun. . .!

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons. Think - "What would the Democrat donkey be saying?"

In The News: Trump Personally Altered Map to Promote False Hurricane Threat to Alabama

Perfect Storm: Media Pound Trump Over "Sharpie-gate" Hurricane Map

Title: Sharpiegate

Assignment: Today we finished telling our stories about the Cycle of Government. We turned that first part in even thought we are not totally done with that worksheet.

Assignment: Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

Video Clip: After Vaping-Related Illness, Teen Now Has Lungs Like "A 70-year-olds"

Spectrum - used to classify something, or suggest that it can be classified, in terms of its position on a scale between two extreme or opposite points.

We are doing CurCon2019 a little differently than normal.

Mirror Lines Activity:

1. Class will be split in half. Students will line up in the two groups in lines against opposite walls.

2. They will line up in a spectrum - What should government do about this vaping illness and e-cigarettes?

3. Pick the person that lines up with you (most closely on the spectrum) directly across from you.

4. Come together and you will have 30 seconds to tell them "Here's what I think. . . ."

5. The listener then repeats what that person said for 30 seconds by saying, "I hear you saying. . . "

6. Repeat with the other partner.

7. Now look at someone all the way down at a different part of the spectrum. On the back of your paper I want you to predict what you think they would say, "I suppose that they think. . ."

8. Now go to that student and repeat a similar process. Share. "Here's what I hear you say. . . and here's how I agree. . ." This part of the activity is called "Building Common Ground". Don't talk about the differences this time, but obviously you will probably notice the differences - focus on common ground this time.

9. Now go reflect on the discussion and fill out your CurCon2019 worksheet. Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

If you were not here for the mirror image activity. 1. Watch the news report. 2. Find someone that you believe probably would agree with what you think and summarize on the back of the paper what they said. 3. Then find someone you are pretty sure would completely disagree with you and summarize what they said and note what the common ground is - how did you agree with them? 4. Then fill out the Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet using this discussion as the basis for answering the questions.

Thursday, 12 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Title: Pick One - Vaping Dangers or Vaping - Should Government Be Involved?

In the News - Trump Administration Moves to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes

New York Gov. Cuomo Says He Plans to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes Amid Vaping Health Concerns

Sixth Person Has Now Died. . . .

Reported Cases of Lung Disease In Utah

U of U Discovery

First Marker of Mysterious Vaping Illness Identified (By a Univ. of Utah Study)

Utah Representative Pushes to Ban E-Cigarette Products, Claiming Study Found Illegal Drugs in E-Liquids

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet

Wednesday, 11 September 2019 - Patriot Day

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 11 September 2001 - Attack on America - Patriot Day - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/attack-on-america

Nearly every American above a certain age remembers precisely where they were on September 11, 2001.

1. What do you know about 9/11? What have you learned?2. What were the effects of 9/11 in the US and around the world?3. What were lessons learned from 9/11?4. Is this something we should bring up every year? Helpful or harmful?5. What can you do on this Patriot Day to remember those who lost their lives on Sept. 11th? Can we be the United States of 9/12 again? "United we stand!"?

In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001.

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet

Tuesday, 10 September 2019

Daily Journal - "On This Date in History" - 10 September 1776 - Nathan Hale Volunteers to Spy Behind British Lines - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/nathan-hale-volunteers-to-spy-behind-british-lines

1. Who was Nathan Hale?2. What was his mission?3. What is the punishment for spying? Why?4. What do Hales's last words mean?5. What should you do as part of your civic duty/responsibility?6. Patriot or rogue? Why?

Nathan Hales being hanged to death for being captured as a spy - Sept. 22, 1776. When asked if he had any last words, Nathan Hale responded, "I regret that I have but one life to give for my country."

What does this mean to you? What would you be willing to do to serve your nation and do your civic duties and responsibilities?

Assignment: Finish the root word section on the Types of Government Worksheet.

Assignment: Finish Types of Government Terms "Find Your Match" Group Activity - Followed by Types of Government "Information Gap" and Vocabulary Roots Activity - Practice our vocabulary roots by looking at the following list of types of governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

Types of Government KEY

Assignment: The Cycle of Governments Worksheet

Monday, 9 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Title: Mugabe Home

In the News - Robert Mugabe Died a Very Bitter Man, Nephew Says

A Father To Us: In His Village, Robert Mugabe Mourned as a Hero

I met Robert Mugabe in the late 1970s. What he told me still haunts me.

Assignment: Shared highlights of your Friday CurCon current even discussion. We handed this in.

Assignment: Finish Types of Government Terms "Find Your Match" Group Activity - Followed by Types of Government "Information Gap" and Vocabulary Roots Activity - Practice our vocabulary roots by looking at the following list of types of governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

Types of Government KEY

Welcome to Mini-Term 1 (Week 3) 3 September - 6 September 2019

Friday, 6 September 2019

Daily Journal: "I'm the Illustrator" - Read the headline of the article and the highlights of the article (skim and scan strategy) to understand what is going on. This time use the articles you are reading for CurCon 2019, your current events, you are welcome to go beyond that and do your own research too to get both sides of the story or the bigger picture. Then illustrate the article headline with your own cartoon. YOU are the illustrator. Remember you will be including your perspective on the issue and make sure it connects to the current event and summarizes what you believe is the message that needs to be shared. You can use words, but sparingly!

Make sure you have your DATE, TITLE, YOUR CARTOON, YOUR THOUGHTS and then a RESPONSE from your Monarchy Buddy.

Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

The class will have four different choices of articles around the topic of "Types of Government" provided by the teacher. Please use the skimming and scanning strategies for this assignment as well

Students are welcome to bring their own articles as well and they will be put in groups of similar type articles for discussion.

Article Topic - "The Purpose of Government - What should government do? What should it not do?"

Reading Strategy:

Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. These strategies are especially helpful for reading non-fiction, informational text (Reading for information, not enjoyment).

Skimming - What to read - Keywords (don't worry about every detail), bold words, headings, titles, first and last sentence of paragraph

Scanning: Looking for - Keywords, numbers, names (specific to what you are looking for), headings, titles.

Articles:

Article #1 - Unity in America - "A Familiar Great Divide" OR "Why Has American Become So Divided?"

Article #2 - Justice - "What's Wrong With America's Criminal Justice System? 6 Questions for an Expert" OR "Left and Right Agree on Criminal Justice: They Were Both Wrong Before"

Article #3 - Domestic Tranquility - "100 Safest Cities in America 2019" OR "America's Most Violent State? Louisiana. What's the Most Peaceful One?"

Article #4 - Common Defense - "China Could Overwhelm US Military In Asia In Hours, Australian Report Says" OR "US Military Carried Out Secret Cyberstrike on Iran to Prevent it from Interfering With Shipping"

Article #5 - Welfare - "The Economy Is Strong. So Why do So Many Americans Still Feels at Risk?" OR "US Economy at a Glance"

Thursday, 5 September 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Hurricane Churn

Assignment: Finish Types of Government Terms "Find Your Match" Group Activity - Followed by Types of Government "Information Gap" and Vocabulary Roots Activity - Practice our vocabulary roots by looking at the following list of types of governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

Types of Government KEY

Wednesday, 4 September 2019 - School Field Trip - Environmental Center / Hike

If you attended the Hike, Environmental Center, or the Activities here at school and the Nature Center you will receive the points for today's assignment. If you DID NOT attend one of these activities and chose to stay home instead of participate, you will need to complete the alternative assignment to get those points in every class.

TED Talk - What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness | Robert Waldinger

Tuesday, 3 September 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Title: Boris Johnson The Disruptor

In the News - U.K. Government Announces Plans to Suspend Parliament Before Brexit. Here's What that Means

Assignment: Finish CurCon 2019 current event assignment.

Assignment: Finish Types of Government Terms "Find Your Match" Group Activity - Followed by Types of Government "Information Gap" and Vocabulary Roots Activity - Practice our vocabulary roots by looking at the following list of types of governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

Monday, 2 September 2019 - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL

Labor Day in the United States of America is a public holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September. It honors the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made to the development, growth, endurance, strength, security, prosperity, productivity, laws, sustainability, persistence, structure, and well-being of the country. It is the Monday of the long weekend known as Labor Day Weekend. It is recognized as a federal holiday. (Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labor_Day )

Welcome to Mini-Term 1 (Week 2) 26 August - 30 August 2019

Friday, 30 August 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 30 August 1967 - Thurgood Marshall Confirmed as Supreme Court Justice - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/thurgood-marshall-confirmed-as-supreme-court-justice

1. Who is Thurgood Marshall?2. What prepared him in his life to become a SC justice?3. What famous case did he win before the court?4. How does someone become a SC justice?5. What could happen in the near SC future? Predictions?In the News - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Cancer Treatment - https://people.com/politics/ruth-bader-ginsburg-first-public-appearance-announcing-cancer-treatment/

Assigment: Friday CurCon 2019

Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

The class will have four different choices of articles around the topic of "Types of Government" provided by the teacher. Please use the skimming and scanning strategies for this assignment as well

Students are welcome to bring their own articles as well and they will be put in groups of similar type articles for discussion.

Article Topic - "The Purpose of Government - What should government do? What should it not do?"

Reading Strategy:

Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. These strategies are especially helpful for reading non-fiction, informational text (Reading for information, not enjoyment).

Skimming - What to read - Keywords (don't worry about every detail), bold words, headings, titles, first and last sentence of paragraph

Scanning: Looking for - Keywords, numbers, names (specific to what you are looking for), headings, titles.

Articles:

Articles #1 - Involved in media? Bernie Bashes Billionaires in Manifesto to Rescue the Media

Article #2 - Opioid Epedemic and Johnson & Johnson Drug Co. ? Johnson & Johnson Helped Fuel Opioid Crisis in Oklahoma and Must Pay $572 Million, Judge Says

Article #3 - Hurricane Dorian Preparations - Dorian Strengthens into Hurricane as Puerto Rico Avoids Direct Hit

Article #4 - Medical records? - It's Your Right to See Your Medical Records. It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Do.

Article #5 - Gun Violence in the US? - What the Data Says About Gun Deaths in the U.S. - PEW Research Center

Thursday, 29 August 2019

Daily Journal: "Check Your Crystal Ball" Predict the Future - Given yesterday's news that Kirsten Gillibrand (Senator from New York) has dropped out. Who do you think will win the Democratic nomination and why? Who do you think will win the Republican nomination? Who will win the presidency in 2020 and why? REMEMBER, I AM NOT ASKING YOU WHO YOU WANT TO WIN, BUT WHO YOU THINK WILL WIN AND WHY.

Who is running still? https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/us/politics/2020-presidential-candidates.html

Assignment: Types of Government Terms "Find Your Match" Group Activity - Followed by Types of Government "Information Gap" and Vocabulary Roots Activity - Practice our vocabulary roots by looking at the following list of types of governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

Wednesday, 28 August 2019

Daily Journal: "Quote of the Day" -

"Do you know, I said, that governments vary as the dispositions of men vary, and that there must be as many of the one as there are of the other? For we cannot suppose that States are made of "oak and rock," and not out of the human natures which are in them, and which in a figure turn the scale and draw other things after them?

Yes, he said, the States are as the men are; they grow out of human characters. " Plato - The Republic

Questions:

1. DESCRIBE what the quote means to you.2. EXPLAIN your opinion about the quote.3. DESCRIBE and EXAMPLE form history, current events, or your life. 4. Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response

Assignment: Pre-Test Types of Government / Cycles / Purpose - Google Classroom at classroom.google.com. You can sign in with your wsdstudent.net account. Use the code Period 1(6vpqdb) or Period 3(5yphekp) to join Mr. Hatch’s United States Government and Citizenship Google Classroom.

Tuesday, 27 August 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Kremlin's Gremlins 2020

Assignment - Finish current events.

Welcome to Mini-Term 1 (Week 1) 20 August - 23 August 2019

Friday, 23 August - Monday, 26 August 2019

Daily Journal: "I'm the Illustrator" - Read the headline of the article and the highlights of the article (skim and scan strategy) to understand what is going on. You can choose to look at several articles or do your own research to get both sides of the story or the bigger picture. Then illustrate the article headline with your own cartoon. YOU are the illustrator. Remember you will be including your perspective on the issue and make sure it connects to the current event and summarizes what you believe is the message that needs to be shared. You can use words, but sparingly!

Strategy - Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. These strategies are especially helpful for reading non-fiction, informational text (Reading for information, not enjoyment).

Skimming - What to read - Keywords (don't worry about every detail), bold words, headings, titles, first and last sentence of paragraph

Scanning: Looking for - Keywords, numbers, names (specific to what you are looking for), headings, titles.

Stickman 101 - Joints - Noses - Motion Lines - Props

Advanced Stickman - Video

Topic: Amazon Fires

Brazil's Amazon Fires - "Blame humans for starting the Amazon fires, environmentalists say. . ." - https://www.cnn.com/2019/08/22/americas/amazon-fires-humans-intl-hnk-trnd/index.html

The Amazon Is Burning. Bolsonaro Says It is NGOs (Nonprofit Environmentalist Organizations) - https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/the_americas/the-amazon-is-burning-bolsonaro-says-his-critics-are-setting-the-fires-to-make-him-look-bad/2019/08/21/722ca092-c424-11e9-8bf7-cde2d9e09055_story.html

Friday CurCon 2019 - Worksheet

The class will have four different choices of articles around the topic of "Types of Government" provided by the teacher. Please use the skimming and scanning strategies for this assignment as well

Students are welcome to bring their own articles as well and they will be put in groups of similar type articles for discussion.

Articles:

Hong Kong Protests: What Do Young People Want? - https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-49371809

Italy Crisis: Centre Left and Five Star Set Tough Coalition Demands - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-49435087

Syrian Forces Move Into Strategic Town, Tightening Grip on Rebels - https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/20/world/middleeast/syria-idlib-sheikhoun.html

British Government Braces for Economic, Social Chaos in Event of a "No-Deal Brexit," - https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2019/08/18/leaked-memo-says-britain-faces-economic-social-chaos-if-it-goes-through-with-no-deal-brexit/

Wednesday, 21 - Thursday, 22 August 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Chinese Democracy

In the News: China's Soft-Power Failure: Condemning Hong Kong's Protests - https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/20/business/china-hong-kong-social-media-soft-power.html

Hong Kong's Weekend of Peaceful Protests - https://www.cnn.com/2019/08/19/opinions/hong-kong-protests-inspire-americans-ghitis/index.html

Assignment:

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Content Pairs - Content Pair Sign Up Sheets - Each student will put this in the front cover of their daily journal. Each student will get the name of another student for each type of government. Make sure you get every space filled with no repeats. As you do this, you need to share your name, something interesting about yourself, and something you find interesting about government. Once this is all done, we will use these, today, to share our daily journal for a response.

Tuesday, 20 August 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Pick one -

Title: New Colossus Poem / No More Tired and Poor / Cuccinelli

In the News - Immigration Chief: 'Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor Who Can Stand On Their Own 2 Feet' - https://www.npr.org/2019/08/13/750726795/immigration-chief-give-me-your-tired-your-poor-who-can-stand-on-their-own-2-feet

The New Colossus

BY EMMA LAZARUSNot like the brazen giant of Greek fame,With conquering limbs astride from land to land;Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall standA mighty woman with a torch, whose flameIs the imprisoned lightning, and her nameMother of Exiles. From her beacon-handGlows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes commandThe air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame.“Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!” cries sheWith silent lips. “Give me your tired, your poor,Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me,I lift my lamp beside the golden door!”

Assignment:

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Content Pairs - Content Pair Sign Up Sheets - Each student will put this in the front cover of their daily journal. Each student will get the name of another student for each type of government. Make sure you get every space filled with no repeats. As you do this, you need to share your name, something interesting about yourself, and something you find interesting about government. Once this is all done, we will use these, today, to share our daily journal for a response.

New Year - 2019-2020 - Welcome Back!

Congratulations class of 2019 - End of Year - Graduation

Welcome to Mini-Term 8 (Week 4) 13 May - 17 May 2019

Wednesday, 16 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Trade War and US Farmers

Animal Farm Reading Journal Entries - Do a half page of writing for your journal entries based on the days and pages we have read. Reading journals are finished and should now be turned in.

Online Animal Farm by George Orwell

Period 1:

Preface and Chapter 1

Journal 1 - 5/6-8: Preface to Page 6 - Connections - With the pages we have read these last couple of days, write a half page on connections you have made to the news and current events, history, your life, or any other connections you can make.
Journal 2 - 5/10-13: Page 6 - Page 15 - Generalize - Draw conclusions, what lessons learned, and how would the apply in other situations; how can you generalize this information over to other situations. How would it work in other situations?

Chapter 2

Quiz 1 - 5/13

Journal 3 - 5/14 - Page 15 - 26: Inference and Prediction - Based on what we have read, what do you believe will happen in the future of the story?

Quiz 2 - 5/15

Journals 4 - 5/16 - Page 27 - 36 - Image - Draw a picture or doodles that would represent what we read today.

Quiz 3 - 5/16

Period 5:

Preface and Chapter 1

Journal 1 - 5/6-8: Preface to Page 6 - Inference and Prediction - Based on what we have read, what do you believe will happen in the future of the story?
Journal 2 - 5/10-13: Page 6 - Page 15 - Organize - Use a graphic organizer to organize the information and the story we read today. Use a timeline, list, semantic web, Venn diagram, etc.

Chapter 2

Quiz 1 - 5/13

Journal 3 - 5/14 - Page 15 - 17: Connections - With the pages we have read these last couple of days, write a half page on connections you have made to the news and current events, history, your life, or any other connections you can make.
Journals 4 - 5/15 - Page 17-26 - Image - Draw a picture or doodles that would represent what we read today.

Quiz 2 - 5/16

Page 27-36 - Just do one of the other journals to substitute if you missed one.

Quiz 3 - 5/17

Wednesday, 15 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Pelosi Democrats

Animal Farm Reading Journal Entries - Do a half page of writing for your journal entries based on the days and pages we have read.

Online Animal Farm by George Orwell

Period 1:

Preface and Chapter 1

Journal 1 - 5/6-8: Preface to Page 6 - Connections - With the pages we have read these last couple of days, write a half page on connections you have made to the news and current events, history, your life, or any other connections you can make.
Journal 2 - 5/10-13: Page 6 - Page 15 - Generalize - Draw conclusions, what lessons learned, and how would the apply in other situations; how can you generalize this information over to other situations. How would it work in other situations?

Chapter 2

Quiz 1 - 5/13

Journal 3 - 5/14 - Page 15 - 26: Inference and Prediction - Based on what we have read, what do you believe will happen in the future of the story?

Quiz 2 - 5/15

Journals 4 - 5/16 - Page 27 - 36 - Image - Draw a picture or doodles that would represent what we read today.

Quiz 3 - 5/16

Period 5:

Preface and Chapter 1

Journal 1 - 5/6-8: Preface to Page 6 - Inference and Prediction - Based on what we have read, what do you believe will happen in the future of the story?
Journal 2 - 5/10-13: Page 6 - Page 15 - Organize - Use a graphic organizer to organize the information and the story we read today. Use a timeline, list, semantic web, Venn diagram, etc.

Chapter 2

Quiz 1 - 5/13

Journal 3 - 5/14 - Page 15 - 17: Connections - With the pages we have read these last couple of days, write a half page on connections you have made to the news and current events, history, your life, or any other connections you can make.
Journals 4 - 5/15 - Page 17-26 - Image - Draw a picture or doodles that would represent what we read today.

Quiz 2 - 5/16

Page 27-36 - Just do one of the other journals to substitute if you missed one.

Quiz 3 - 5/17

Tuesday, 14 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Game of Thrones - Tariffs

Tuesday, 14 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Game of Thrones - Tariffs

Monday, 13 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Attention Shoppers

Welcome to Mini-Term 8 (Week 3) 6 May - 10 May 2019

Friday, 10 May 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 10 May 1869 - First Transcontinental Railroad Is Completed - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-transcontinental-railroad-is-completed

1. What happened at Promontory Summit, Utah?2. Describe the difference between the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific Railroads.3. To whom should we give credit? Owners? Workers? Chinese? Irish?4. How did the Transcontinental Railroad change the US?5. What do you think about the 150th Anniversary?
BIg Boy 4014 and the Living Legend 844

In The News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfYZuCNDoig

Monday, 6 May 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 6 May 1935 - FDR Creates the (WPA) Works Progress Administration - Read and watch the VIDEO about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/fdr-creates-the-wpa

1. What was the (WPA)?2. How many workers did it claim to help?3. Why do you think FDR didn't like people "living off of the dole (government handouts / welfare)?4. What did the WPA do/build? Examples?5. Wht do you think of our current selfare system today? Good? Bad? Ugly? Improvements?
Helpful Websites - The Living New Deal - Look up WPA projects in your community. - https://livingnewdeal.org/us/ut/ogden-ut/

Welcome to Mini-Term 8 (Week 2) 29 April - 3 May 2019

Friday, 3 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
One Point of View: Why we need economic growth more than we need democratic socialism. Washington Post - https://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2015/10/21/why-we-need-economic-growth-more-than-we-need-democratic-socialism/?utm_term=.dbdf26013f30
One Point of View: What Would a Socialist America Look Like? Politico Mag. https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2018/09/03/what-would-a-socialist-america-look-like-219626
One Point of View: Why Millennials are Struggling in a Booming Economy - https://www.cnbc.com/2018/08/14/fewer-than-half-of-young-americans-are-positive-about-capitalism.html

Finish Assignment: Read Chapter 22 and 23 and complete the Reading Guide as you study the chapter.

Chapter 23 - Section 1 - Capitalism

Chapter 23 - Section 2 - Socialism

Chapter 23 - Section 3 - Communism

Chapter 22 - Section 4 - Russia

Chapter 22 - Section 5 - China

Finish Assignment: Who's Who of Socialism and Communism - Define and describe these historical figures that will be represented symbolically in our book - Animal Farm that we will start reading next week. Some of this can be found while you are doing the chapter work. The rest can be found while we are in the lab working on SME Cards.

Thursday, 2 May 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Maduro Supporters

Finish Assignment: Subject Matter Expert Research Topics (Do Four)

Subject Matter Expert Card Layout Example

We will be in the lab until Wednesday - Please get your Subject Matter Expert Cards done as well as your current events and your disclosure if you have not done it yet.

Wednesday, 1 May 2019 - "May Day"

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 1 May 1886 and WAY Before - May Day or International Workers Day - Read and watch the VIDEO about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/history-of-may-day

1. What was/is May Day (May 1st)?2. What were some of the Labor concerns in the past? What have they achieved already?3. What Happened on May 3rd and 4th 1886?4. How is international Workers' Day celebrated around the world?5. Are there still needs for change for workers? What and how do we accomplish that?6. What is a personality cult?
In The News - Normally in Venezuela there would be big parades full of propaganda celebrating Communism and the worker. Are they celebrating today?
Military truck runs over protesters in Venezuela; Trump threatens Cuban embargo if its troops don’t quithttps://globalnews.ca/news/5221102/venezuela-protest-military-truck-crowd/
Venezuela in crisis as Guaido calls for May Day protests - https://www.cnn.com/americas/live-news/venezuela-crisis-live-may-day-protests-intl/index.html

Tuesday, 30 April 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - Specifically - What would Vladimir Putin say or think? For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Russian Meddling

Continue Assignment: Subject Matter Expert Research Topics (Do Four)

Subject Matter Expert Card Layout Example

We will be in the lab until Wednesday - Please get your Subject Matter Expert Cards done as well as your current events and your disclosure if you have not done it yet.

Monday, 29 April 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Kim Jong Un In Russia

In The News: https://thehill.com/opinion/international/440990-kim-jong-un-north-koreas-dutiful-son-restores-russias-role-as-defender

Continue Assignment: Subject Matter Expert Research Topics (Do Four)

Subject Matter Expert Card Layout Example

We will be in the lab until Wednesday - Please get your Subject Matter Expert Cards done as well as your current events and your disclosure if you have not done it yet.

Welcome to Mini-Term 8 (Week 1) 22 April - 26 April 2019

Friday, 26 April 2019

Daily Journal - Quote of the Day - Character -

"Capitalism is the only system in the world founded on credit and character." Hubert Eaton
1. What does this quote mean?2. Who is Adam Smith?3. What is the Wealth of Nations about?4. What is capitalism? Why is it good? Why is it bad?5. What does the "invisible hand" represent?6. What is the Theory of Moral Sentiments?
Helpful website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Smith

Assignment: Read Chapter 22 and 23 and complete the Reading Guide as you study the chapter.

Chapter 23 - Section 1 - Capitalism

Chapter 23 - Section 2 - Socialism

Chapter 23 - Section 3 - Communism

Chapter 22 - Section 4 - Russia

Chapter 22 - Section 5 - China

Assignment: Who's Who of Socialism and Communism - Define and describe these historical figures that will be represented symbolically in our book - Animal Farm that we will start reading next week. Some of this can be found while you are doing the chapter work. The rest can be found while we are in the lab working on SME Cards.

Thursday, 25 April 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 25 April 1983 - Andropov Wrote to an American Fifth-Grader - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/andropov-writes-to-an-american-fifth-grader

1. Describe Pres. Ronald Reagan's stance against the Soviet Union?2. Who was Yuri Andropov?3. Describe what happened with Samantha Smith's letter.4. What is propaganda? What are examples of propaganda?5. Is communism an "Evil Empire"; were Reagan and Truman right to oppose it? Why? Why not?
In the news: Pres. Trump and Nuclear Arms Treaty with Russia https://www.defensenews.com/smr/nuclear-arsenal/2019/02/01/trump-blames-russia-for-us-withdrawal-from-nuclear-arms-treaty/

Assignment: Subject Matter Expert Research Topics (Do Four)

Subject Matter Expert Card Layout Example

Animal Farm Expert Group Assignment.pdf

Subject Matter Expert Cards Template_Example.pdf

Wednesday, 24 April 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 24 April 1945 - Pres. Truman Briefed on the Manhattan Project - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/truman-is-briefed-on-manhattan-project

1. What is the Manhattan Project?2. When did Truman find out about the project? What was his reaction?3. How close were the Russians to developing the a-bomb?4. How did Truman believe the bomb could be used?5. Who is the only world leader to ever use an atomic bomb against an enemy?6. Predictions about Russia in the future?

Assignment: Subject Matter Expert Research Topics (Do Four)

Subject Matter Expert Card Layout Example

Animal Farm Expert Group Assignment.pdf

Subject Matter Expert Cards Template_Example.pdf

Tuesday, 23 April 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 23 April 1945 - President Truman Confronted Soviet Foreign Minister Vyacheslav Molotov - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/truman-confronts-molotov

1. How did US president Harry S. Truman take a tougher stance with the Soviets?2. Why was the Yalta Conference not a good deal for Europe?3. Who was Josef Stalin? What did FDR think about Stalin?4. How did Molotov respond to Pres. Truman?5. What is the Cold War?

The Yalta Conference with FDR, Churchill and Stalin. The Potsdam Conference with Churchill, Truman, and Stalin.

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - (Do assignment 1 if you are new to the class. Do assignment 2 if you are a returning student. Do both if you are returning but never made a vision card.)

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Monday, 22 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

We also used this cartoon to introduce the main topic of this mini-term - What is socialism, communism, capitalism? What direction should the US economy go - socialism, communism, or capitalism? What do we do about taxes, pay, jobs, employment, welfare, etc.?

To spark the discussion - Websites: Millennials and Socialism????

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/in-theory/wp/2016/03/24/millennials-like-socialism-until-they-get-jobs/?utm_term=.055938568204

https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/chapman/ct-perspec-chapman-young-socialism-capitalism-20180520-story.html

https://www.investors.com/politics/editorials/millennials-socialism/

https://www.economist.com/briefing/2019/02/14/millennial-socialists-want-to-shake-up-the-economy-and-save-the-climate

Assignment: Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 5/3 and the second is due before 5/17), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the economic political systems - socialism, communism, capitalism, etc. (taxes, employment, healthcare, welfare, jobs, etc.) - See the handout below.

END of Mini-Term 7

Mini-Term 7 (Week 4) 15 April - 18 April 2019

Thursday, 18 April 2019

No Daily Journal

FInish Assignment: Analyze the Top 10 Supreme Court Cases using the Guide for Analyzing Cases Worksheet (There will be a short matching quiz on these). Then pick one more from the back page list to tell the class about.

Historical and Current Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Court Cases Review

Guide for Analyzing Cases - Analysis Worksheet

Finish QUIZ - Take the final matching quiz on these historic cases and the vocabulary on the assignment. It needs to be done in class on a Chrome Book. You can find it on Google Classroom.

Wednesday, 17 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: AntivaxxersIn The News: Students Asked to Stay Home - Sanpete Co., Utah - https://www.ksl.com/article/46532514/some-sanpete-county-students-asked-to-stay-home-from-school-amid-small-mumps-outbreak

https://www.app.com/story/news/health/2019/04/09/nj-measles-outbreak-forked-river-elementary/3408815002/

How do you think the Supreme Court would decide this issue? They try to balance the rights of the individual with the rights of the community or public. It's kind of a balancing act. The court often tries its best to compromise in these situations, but they may force people to vaccinate if they rule in favor of the pubic health. What do you think they would do?

Assignment: Analyze the Top 10 Supreme Court Cases using the Guide for Analyzing Cases Worksheet (There will be a short matching quiz on these). Then pick one more from the back page list to tell the class about.

Historical and Current Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Court Cases Review

Guide for Analyzing Cases - Analysis Worksheet

QUIZ - Take the final matching quiz on these historic cases and the vocabulary on the assignment. It needs to be done in class on a Chrome Book. You can find it on Google Classroom.

Tuesday, 16 April 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Notre Dame - Homesick

Assignment: Analyze the Top 10 Supreme Court Cases using the Guide for Analyzing Cases Worksheet (There will be a short matching quiz on these). Then pick one more from the back page list to tell the class about.

Historical and Current Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Court Cases Review

Guide for Analyzing Cases - Analysis Worksheet

Monday, 15 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: Supreme Court Partisan Portrait

Assignment: Analyze the Top 10 Supreme Court Cases using the Guide for Analyzing Cases Worksheet (There will be a short matching quiz on these). Then pick one more from the back page list to tell the class about.

Historical and Current Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Court Cases Review

Guide for Analyzing Cases - Analysis Worksheet

Example: Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)

Oyez.org: https://www.oyez.org/cases/1850-1900/163us537

Helpful Websites:

https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/163/537/#tab-opinion-1917401

https://plessyvsfergusoncase.weebly.com/background.html

https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/plessy-v-ferguson

https://scholarship.law.marquette.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=&httpsredir=1&article=1578&context=facpub

Welcome back! Hope you had a great break.

Mini-Term 7 (Week 3) 8 April - 12 April 2019

Friday, 12 April 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 12 April 1633 - Galileo was Convicted of Heresy - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/galileo-is-convicted-of-heresy

1. Who was Galileo?2. What was the inquisition?3. Of what was Galileo found guilty?4. Describe the Copernican Theory.5. What was Galileo's punishment?6. What rights would have protected Galileo in the courts today?

Finish Assignment:

Marbury v. Madison (1803) Movie

Listening Guide Questions

What does the Marbury v. Madison decision say?

In what ways would the Federal Government function today had Judicial Review NOT been established?

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignment

Assignment: Analyze the Top 10 Supreme Court Cases using the Guide for Analyzing Cases Worksheet (There will be a short matching quiz on these). Then pick one more from the back page list to tell the class about.

Historical and Current Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Court Cases Review

Guide for Analyzing Cases - Analysis Worksheet

Thursday, 11 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: Ginsburg Costume

Continue Assignment:

Marbury v. Madison (1803) Movie

Listening Guide Questions

What does the Marbury v. Madison decision say?

In what ways would the Federal Government function today had Judicial Review NOT been established?

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignment

Wednesday, 10 April 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Supreme Court Edifice

Helpful Website - West Pediment Sculptures - https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/westpediment.pdf

Assignment:

Marbury v. Madison (1803) Movie

Listening Guide Questions

What does the Marbury v. Madison decision say?

In what ways would the Federal Government function today had Judicial Review NOT been established?

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignment

Tuesday, 9 April 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: FDR Stacking the Court
Helpful Websites - Why are there 9 justices on the Supreme Court today?

https://www.history.com/news/franklin-roosevelt-tried-packing-supreme-court

https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/why-does-the-supreme-court-have-nine-justices

Monday, 8 April 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Musical Chairs 2016 Campaign

Assignment: What is the JOB of the US Supreme Court - the Judicial System?

On a separate piece of paper, answer the following questions after reading.

Read Article 1 Section 1 - What is the job of the Legislative Branch?

Read Article 2 Section 1- What is the job of the Executive Branch?

What is the job of the Supreme Court?

Read Article 3 Section 1 - What did the US Constitution Suggest?

What did Federalist Paper 78 suggest?

What does the Marbury v. Madison decision say?

In what ways would the Federal Government function today had Judicial Review NOT been established?

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignment

Mini-Term 7 (Week 2) 25 March - 29 March 2019

Spring Break: Have a great Spring Break! Hope to see you back, for sure, on Monday, April 8th. We will continue learning about the US Supreme Court with a focus on historic cases and how they have impacted life in the US. Don't forget to work on your extra credit assignment over the long week; watch some movies! Be entertained and hopefully educated as well. Enjoy!

Supreme Court Movies Extra Credit Assignment

Story Line Worksheet - for movie summary notes.

EXTRA CREDIT!!!!

Friday, 29 March 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

In the news - https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/article223936825.html

Title: "Gerrymandering Supreme Court Case"

Quiz: Take the Supreme Court and Historic and Current Justices Quiz on the Google Classroom website.

The Quiz needs to be taken in class on a school Chromebook.

Finish the following assignments before break.

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part -1 - Getting to Know the Supreme Court Justices

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part - 2

Finish - Assignment: Chapter work on the US Supreme Court and the Judicial Branch

Ch. 18 Section 1 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 2 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 3 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 4 Reading Guide Worksheet

Thursday, 28 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: Impeach Move On Buttons

Wednesday, 27 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: Dino Mike Lee

Senator Mike Lee's Speech (Senator for Utah) on the Senate floor

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part - 2

Tuesday, 26 March 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: "Washington Weather"

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part - 2

These sites/documents will be helpful to find this information:

The Bronze Doors - https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/BronzeDoors_5-7-2018_Final.pdf

The Court Building - https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/courtbuilding.pdf

The East Pediment: https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/eastpediment.pdf

The West Pediment:

https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/westpediment.pdf

Supreme Court Architectural Information: https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/archdetails.aspx

Monday, 25 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" -25 March 1932 - Verdict was Announced in Scottsboro Case - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/verdict-is-announced-in-scottsboro-case

1. Describe the Scottsboro Case? 2. What was the true story?3. What rights were deprived to the defendants?4. How long did the serve for a crime they did not commit?5. What do you think about the case?6. How does this compare to this current Supreme Court case of Curtis Flowers? - http://time.com/5554710/curtis-flowers-supreme-court-racial-discrimination-jury/
Scottsboro Boys - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottsboro_BoysPowell v. Alabama

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part -1 - Getting to Know the Supreme Court Justices

Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part - 2

These sites/documents will be helpful to find this information:

The Bronze Doors - https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/BronzeDoors_5-7-2018_Final.pdf

The Court Building - https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/courtbuilding.pdf

The East Pediment: https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/eastpediment.pdf

The West Pediment:

https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/westpediment.pdf

Supreme Court Architectural Information: https://www.supremecourt.gov/about/archdetails.aspx

Welcome to Mini-Term 7 (Week 1) 18 March - 22 March 2019

Friday, 22 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" -22 March 1972 - Equal Rights Amendment Passed by Congress - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/equal-rights-amendment-passed-by-congress

1. What was the Equal Protection Amendment?2. Why did it not pass?3. What amendment would it have been if it had passed?4. What is the only Constitutional protection regarding gender? What about the 14th Amenment?5. Are women equal today? Why or why not?

Finish Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part -1 - Getting to Know the Supreme Court Justices

Thursday, 21 March 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Guarding the Hen House

Assignment: Supreme Court Scavenger Hunt Part -1 - Getting to Know the Supreme Court Justices

Wednesday, 20 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" -20 March 1854 - The Republican Party Founded - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/republican-party-founded

1. Why was the Republican Party founded?2. What were the original first political parties?3. How was slavery involved?4. What would happen if Lincoln was elected?5. How have the political parties changed today?

Finish - Assignment: Chapter work on the US Supreme Court and the Judicial Branch

Ch. 18 Section 1 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 2 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 3 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 4 Reading Guide Worksheet

Also use today to do some makeup and make sure you have finished your online disclosure, your vision assignment, your first current event.

Tuesday, 19 March 2019 (Substitute)

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Assignment: Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

Assignment: Chapter work on the US Supreme Court and the Judicial Branch

Ch. 18 Section 1 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 2 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 3 Reading Guide Worksheet

Ch. 18 Section 4 Reading Guide Worksheet

Monday, 18 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Pick one of the following cartoons. There is a lot of information and media coverage of the New Zealand shooting and some even have accused President Trump of having an influence. I would hope that you would do your homework and look at the different perspectives and decide based on evidence what you think about this tragic event. Look at these cartoons and try to identify some of the different perspectives about this event. Only pick one to analyze. Obviously every media outlet has biases and perspective.
Here are some links to video clips and articles about these cartoons. CNN Perspective Video Clips:https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/17/business/airasia-tony-fernandes-quits-facebook/index.html
https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/18/politics/donald-trump-new-zealand-white-supremacy/index.html
https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2019/03/15/gun-laws-christchurch-mosque-shooting-new-zealand-prime-minister-ardern-bts-vpx.cnn
https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/15/asia/new-zealand-christchurch-attack-what-we-know-intl/
https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2019/03/17/chelsea-clinton-confronted-rashida-tlaib-sotu-vpx.cnn
Breitbart Perspective Article: https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2019/03/17/media-silence-surrounds-muslim-massacre-of-christians/

Who is to blame? Many are trying to put some of the blame on Pres. Trump. Is that fair? What is causing the fear and rise in antisemitism across the world? Do we treat all hatred the same? How will this impact 2nd Amendment discussions as well? Should the media share information on this or is it better to not share information? This is a pretty complex issue. Go discover and answer some of these questions for yourself.

Assignment:

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 3/29 and the second is due before 4/18), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the Judicial Branch (The Supreme Court), The Bill of Rights and our rights and freedoms in the first 10 amendments, etc. See the handout below.

Current Event Assignment

Welcome to Mini-Term 6 (Week 4) 11 March - 15 (The ides of March. . . Oooooo) March

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Wednesday, 13 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

***Turn journals in for grading today.

***TEST IS AVAILABLE STARTING TODAY - Study "How A Bill Becomes a Law" Worksheet and Flow Chart AND CH. 12 Vocabulary

FINISH Assignment:

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

FINISH Assignment: Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Finish Assignment:

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Tuesday, 12 March 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Venezuelan Blackout

News: https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/11/americas/venezuela-guaido-maduro-blackout/index.html

***TEST TUESDAY - TEST IS AVAILABLE STARTING TODAY - Study "How A Bill Becomes a Law" Worksheet and Flow Chart AND CH. 12 Vocabulary

FINISH Assignment:

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

FINISH Assignment: Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Finish Assignment:

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Monday, 11 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" -11 March 1861 - The Confederate Constitution Created - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/confederate-constitution-adopted

1. Describe how the Confederate Constitution is similar and different to the US Constitution. 2. What document did it resemble the most - US Constitution or the Articles of Confederation?Why?3. What was one of the possible reasons the South lost the war?

Finish all of the following:

***TEST TUESDAY - Study "How A Bill Becomes a Law" Worksheet and Flow Chart AND CH. 12 Vocabulary

FINISH Assignment:

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

FINISH Assignment: Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Finish Assignment:

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Welcome to Mini-Term 6 (Week 3) 4 March - 8 March

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 8 March 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Guide to How the Utah Legislature Works

What would you say if you were this woman in the cartoon ? Caption her in the cartoon.

***TEST TUESDAY - Study "How A Bill Becomes a Law" Worksheet and Flow Chart AND CH. 12 Vocabulary

FINISH Assignment:

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

FINISH Assignment: Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Assignment:

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Thursday, 7 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
*** Extra Question - How does this cartoon relate to "lobbying"?

FINISH Assignment:

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

FINISH Assignment: Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Assignment:

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Wednesday, 6 March 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2019/02/12/utah-house-oks-bill-that/
HB220 - Radioactive Waste Amendments
Classifications of Nuclear Waste

Persuasive Essay Lobbying Legislator Letter Info

Period 1 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Period 5 Lobbying Legislator Letter Google Classroom Assignment

Tuesday, 5 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 5 March 1770 - The Boston Massacre - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/civilians-and-soldiers-clash-in-the-boston-massacre

1. Why did the fighting begin?2. What did Private Hugh Montgomery do?3. How many colonists were killed? Massacre?4. Why did John Adams take the case?5. What was the soldiers' punishment?

FINISH Assignment - Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Monday, 4 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 4 March 1789 - Government Under the U.S. Constitution Began - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/government-under-the-u-s-constitution-begins

1. Where was the first session of Congress held?2. How many senators and representatives were supposed to show up? How many did?3. Why did the Articles of Confederation fail?4. What addition finally convinced the hold-out states to ratify the US Constitution?5. How many original amendments were in the Bill of Rights?

Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Welcome to Mini-Term 6 (Week 2) 25 February - 1 March

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 1 March 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 1 March 1781 - Articles of Confederation Ratified After 4 Years - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/articles-of-confederation-are-ratified

1. When were the Articles of Confederation ratified?2.When were the Articles of Confederation signed?3. What were the major differences between the Articles of Confederation and the US Constitution?4. What were the three types of government that ruled the US from 1776 - 1787?

Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Thursday, 28 February 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

There are two different perspectives on the Michael Cohen hearings. Pick one of the cartoons to analyze.

Assignment: Go to - www.utah.gov

Click on - “Government” Drop Down Menu and select “Legislative Branch”

Click on “Official Website” - Next - Click on “My Legislators” - Next - Click on “Find by Address/ Map” Enter your address and find your legislative district numbers and representatives for both the Utah State Senate and the Utah House of Representatives. Make sure you write down their contact information because you will be writing and sending them an E-mail regarding a current piece of legislation from the 2019 session.

Follow the links and fill out the worksheet to help you find a few bills you might be interested in.

Lobbying Your Legislator 2019

Legislature Web Search Utah 2019 Session

Wednesday, 27 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Summit in Hanoi

(FINISH) Assignment:

Video - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

Listening Guide Worksheet - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

(FINISH) Assignment - Chapter 12 Section 3&4

Chapter 12 Section 3 Worksheet

Chapter 12 Section 4 Worksheet

Tuesday, 26 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Bernie Sanders 2020

Assignment:

Video - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

Listening Guide Worksheet - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

Monday, 25 February 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

News - https://www.space.com/president-trump-space-force-directive.html

Local Utah News - https://www.deseretnews.com/article/900027645/rep-rob-bishop-utah-could-play-key-role-in-space-force.html

Assignment:

Video - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

Listening Guide Worksheet - How A Bill Becomes a Law Video

Welcome to Mini-Term 6 (Week 1) 19 February - 22 February

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 22 February 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 22 February 1732 - George Washington Was Born - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

Washington Born - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/george-washington-is-born

1. Why did Washington not have "great expectations"?2. Describe his life before being president.3. What set him apart as a military leader?4. What is something you learned about his presidency?

Assignment: Finish what we started yesterday with the sub - Complete this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Assignment: FOCUS FIRST ON FINISHING CH. 12 - We will be focusing on the bill-making process first on Monday. We will do interest groups and lobbying later, so hold of on Ch. 9. Learn about the law-making process, interest groups, and lobbying by reading in the chapter and doing the study guide worksheets.

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

Chapter 12 Section 3 Worksheet

Chapter 12 Section 4 Worksheet

Substitute - Thursday, 21 February 2019

Daily Journal: Quote of the day and questions - Write the quote - "Laws are like sausages. It's better not to see them being made. To retain respect for sausages and laws, one must not watch them in the making." Otto von Bismarck

1. What does this quote mean?2. Describe why someone would agree with this quote and why they might disagree. 3. Describe a current or historic example that connects to the quote.

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - (Do assignment 1 if you are new to the class. Do assignment 2 if you are a returning student. Do both if you are returning but never made a vision card.)

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Assignment: Learn about the law-making process, interest groups, and lobbying by reading in the chapter and doing the study guide worksheets.

Chapter 9 Section 1 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 2 Worksheet

Chapter 9 Section 3 Worksheet

Chapter 12 Section 3 Worksheet

Wednesday, 20 February 2019

ACT Test - Juniors Only!

Tuesday, 19 February 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 19 February 1942 - FDR Orders Japanese Americans Into Internment Camps - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/fdr-signs-executive-order-9066

1. What was Order 9066?2. Why were the Japanese Americans on the Pacific Coast targets?3. Describe the systematic process used on these Japanese American Evacuees?4. How did 9066 impact the Evacuees lives?5. What did Pres. Ford do?6. What did Pres. Reagan do?7. Could this happen again? Why? Why not?

Assignment:

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 3/1 and the second is due before 3/15), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the Legislative Branch, Law-Making Process, Bills and Laws, etc. See the handout below.

Current Events American Government 2018 2019.pdf

END of Mini-Term 5

Mini-Term 5 (Week 5) 11 February - 14 February

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Thursday, 14 February 2019

No Journal Today - Make sure your journals are turned in.

Assignment - Mock Congress Bills, Speeches, Debate, and Voting.

Last chance to present your bill and introduce it with your speech. Please come and make sure you get participation points for playing rolls and participating in the debate too.

Wednesday, 13 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Border Wall

Assignment: Mock Congress Speeches, Debate, and Voting

Please come and participate so I can give you debate participation points and points for introducing and speaking about your bill.

We will briefly learn how to follow Parliamentary Procedure and then start our E-Congress Experience.

Brawls in parliament - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTmgwX8taQQ

Tuesday, 12 February 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 12 February 1809 - Abraham Lincoln Was Born - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

Lincoln Born - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/abraham-lincoln-is-born

Presidents' Day History - https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/presidents-day

Presidential Rankings by Historians 2018

1. Who would you rank as the #1 president and why?2. Why do we celebrate Presidents' Day?3. How did Lincoln's youth prepare him to become president?4. Describe his rise in politics.5. How did slavery affect his life and presidency?6. "A house divided against itself will fall." What did that mean back then? What does it mean for today?

Assignment: Finish and submit phase 3 and 4 so we can present your bills, speeches, and debate and vote on them. Tomorrow is the fun part. Please be here to participate.

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Assignments Version Outside of Google Classroom: (Probably easier to submit through Classroom)

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing Form

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing PowerPoint

PHASE 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Short)

Monday, 11 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Pharaoh Trump

Assignment: SKIP PHASE 2!!!! It is now extra credit - turn in whatever you have finished on that and move on to Phase 3 and 4. We want to try and finish those so we can hold our mock congress debates and voting. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Assignments Version Outside of Google Classroom: (Probably easier to submit through Classroom)

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing Form

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing PowerPoint

PHASE 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Short)

Welcome to Mini-Term 5 (Week 4) 4 February - 8 February

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 8 February 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: The National DebtThis National Debt Clock is interesting too - http://www.usdebtclock.org/#

*****ATTENTION******* For times sake, we are going to skip PHASE 2. I want to get to the best part of this process which is the actually class mock legislature which is when students get to present their bills with an introductory persuasive speech and we get to then debate and vote on the students bill. With that in mind, Phase 1 took longer than I hopes and we have run out of time for Phase 2. We needed to finish that last week honestly. Please STOP where you are at on Phase 2 or if you have not started, please skip to Phase 3 - the bill-writing phase. Anything you have completed on Phase 2 will now be EXTRA CREDIT. I hope everyone is "OK" with that. If you want to finish phase 2 on your own time, you may do so for extra credit, but please use class time to move on to finishing Phase 3 (your bill) and Phase 4 (Your speech).

Period 1 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Period 5 Google Classroom Assignments:

Phase 3 - Bill Writing Form and PowerPoint (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Phase 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Period 5 - Google Classroom Assignment)

Assignments Version Outside of Google Classroom: (Probably easier to submit through Classroom)

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing Form

PHASE 3 - Bill Writing PowerPoint

PHASE 4 - Persuasive Bill Introduction Speech (Short)

Thursday, 7 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Trump State of the Union "Home Run"??? CBSnew.com instant poll says that Pres. Trump's speech had a 75% approval rating. Do you think that is accurate? Did he achieve his goal of a "unity" speech?

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/viewers-approve-of-trumps-first-state-of-the-union-address-cbs-news-poll/

Poll Pool Numbers - Among viewers, 42% identified as Republicans while 25% identified as Democrats. Another 33% said they were independents.

Assignment: FINISH Phase 2

Period 1 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

OR you can find it below -

Phase 2 PowerPoint - Research Phase

Phase 2 Research Worksheet

Wednesday, 6 February 2019

For those of you who were here today, you know what to do - Kilroy Was Here!

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Trump State of the Union (Take out this caption and insert your own.) What did you think about the State of the Union Speech?

Assignment: Continue Phase 2

Period 1 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

OR you can find it below -

Phase 2 PowerPoint - Research Phase

Phase 2 Research Worksheet

Tuesday, 5 February 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Trump Pelosi and the State of the Union

Assignment: State of the Union Address Class Assignment and Extra Credit Opportunity The State of the Union Address will be at 7 PM Utah time on any channel. If you cannot watch it tonight, you are welcome to watch it at a later date and get it to me then.

State of the Union Speech

State of the Union Speech found at - https://www.whitehouse.gov/sotu/

Democrat Response found at - https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/02/06/stacey-abrams-shines/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.ebfa130cd473

George Washington was the first President who delivered a State of the Union Address.
Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States, modified the address when he did not present it in person, but instead sent a written message to Congress. The message was read aloud to the joint session of Congress. This then became the standard for fulfilling the Constitutional requirement of the State of the Union message.
In 1913 Woodrow Wilson resumed the tradition of giving the address in person.
Calvin Coolidge was first President to have his address broadcast over the radio.
Harry Truman was the first President to have his address broadcast over television.
In 1986 President Ronald Reagan's address was delayed when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded on the he was scheduled to deliver the speech.
In 2002, George W. Bush’s State of the Union was the first webcast from the White Houses’ website.

Assignment: Continue Phase 2

Period 1 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

OR you can find it below -

Phase 2 PowerPoint - Research Phase

Phase 2 Research Worksheet

Monday, 4 February 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: No Title

Assignment: "There oughta be a law!" Assignment

Each student needs to do 4 of these. Go to the Internet or the news or media and find four things that are happening, problems or issues, that you thing, "Hey, there oughta be a law about that!" Summarize what the problem or issue is. Write your potential law that you think would solve the problem. Identify what those who support and oppose the bill would argue. Hopefully this will give you 4 potential ideas for bills you could sponsor for our mock congress.

Class Example: Although regular citizens like you and I cannot write bills, we can for sure send ideas to our senators and representatives. One such law was the buses stopping at railroad tracks. How did that become a law?

I'm Just a Bill Video - (Notice the part with the bus and stopping at the railroad tracks. . . . Where did that idea come from?)

26 Jordan High School, Sandy, UT, students died in train and bus accident.

Period 1 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

Period 5 Google Classroom - Phase 2 Assignment

OR you can find it below -

Phase 2 PowerPoint - Research Phase

Phase 2 Research Worksheet

A deadly train / school bus collision in Sandy, Utah occurred. A bus carrying 39 students was demolished by a Denver Rio Grande & Western freight train named The Flying Ute in a blinding December snowstorm. Utah buses were required to stop at railroad crossings, but not to open the doors to see or hear if a train was approaching. The two drivers were unable to see one another due to blinding snowstorm.While making up time lost by the blizzard, The Flying Ute slammed into the bus as it crossed a grade crossing.In all, 26 perished in the crash, marking the worst school bus accident in U.S. history. This incident, along with the fresh memory of the Mason City crash, led to the federal mandate for school buses to stop at all railroad crossings and open the door to make sure a train was not approaching. This case is often cited as the reason for increased school bus safety and awareness in the United States, as well as section 392, subpart B of Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle code."The driver of a commercial motor vehicle specified in paragraphs (a) (1) through (6) of this section shall not cross a railroad track or tracks at grade unless he/she first: Stops the commercial motor vehicle within 50 feet of, and not closer than 15 feet to, the tracks; thereafter listens and looks in each direction along the tracks for an approaching train; and ascertains that no train is approaching. When it is safe to do so, the driver may drive the commercial motor vehicle across the tracks in a gear that permits the commercial motor vehicle to complete the crossing without a change of gears. The driver must not shift gears while crossing the tracks."

Because of this accident, someone decided, "There oughta be a law about that!" They sent their idea to their representative and now we have the law.

Assignment: Phase 2 - Research Phase

Welcome to Mini-Term 5 (Week 3) 28 January - 1 February

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 1 February 2019

Daily Journal - Political Cartoon - What do you think are the top 5 priorities for the Utah State Legislature or the National Legislature as far as the top 5 most important bills they need to pass? Share with your neighbor for a response.

Assignment: Phase 1 E-Congress - (Finish) This is phase 1 of our E-Congress, the introduction. Many of these things are a little bit of a review. They are some things we have already talked about. Within phase 1 there is also a political ideology survey. This survey is ONLY for yourself. The information is not saved nor do I require you to tell me your results. There are a few questions that just ask you whether you were surprised with your results and how accurate you felt they were, but this portion is mainly just for your own awareness.

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Test: When you are done, you must take the Legislative Branch Phase 1 Introduction Test - This must be done in class, on a Chromebook, at school.

Period 1 - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/Mjc3NTQxNTQ4MzJa/details

Period 5 -https://classroom.google.com/c/MTUyODU2OTI2MjBa/a/Mjc3NTcyNzg1MTFa/details

Thursday, 31 January 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 31 January 1865 - 13th Amendment Passes the House - Read about it here and answer the questions below -https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/house-passes-the-13th-amendment

1. What did the 13th Amendment do?2. What was Lincoln's stance on the issue of slavery?3. Why did it fail in the House the first time?4. An amendment must pass with a _____ vote in ____ houses of Congress and then be _______ by 3/4 of the states.

Assignment: Phase 1 E-Congress - (Finish) This is phase 1 of our E-Congress, the introduction. Many of these things are a little bit of a review. They are some things we have already talked about. Within phase 1 there is also a political ideology survey. This survey is ONLY for yourself. The information is not saved nor do I require you to tell me your results. There are a few questions that just ask you whether you were surprised with your results and how accurate you felt they were, but this portion is mainly just for your own awareness.

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Test: When you are done, you must take the Legislative Branch Phase 1 Introduction Test - This must be done in class, on a Chromebook, at school.

Period 1 - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/Mjc3NTQxNTQ4MzJa/details

Period 5 -https://classroom.google.com/c/MTUyODU2OTI2MjBa/a/Mjc3NTcyNzg1MTFa/details

Wednesday, 30 January 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Title: Border Wall

Assignment: Extra Credit Opportunity!!!!

State of the State Address by Governor Gary Herbert - Tonight at 6:30 PM on local channels.

State of the State Class Assignment and Extra Credit Assignment

The following website will help you answer the first page of questions about the Utah State Constitution and the Governor - the Executive Branch. (Look at sections 3,4,5, and 8)

https://le.utah.gov/xcode/ArticleVII/Article_VII.html?v=UC_AVII_1800010118000101

State of the State Address Online:

Gov. Herbert's State of the State Address - Video

State of the State Address - Written Version - Full Transcript to Read

Utah Democrat Party Response to Gov. Herbert's Speech

Democratic Response - Written Version - Full Transcript to Read

Assignment: Phase 1 E-Congress - (Finish) This is phase 1 of our E-Congress, the introduction. Many of these things are a little bit of a review. They are some things we have already talked about. Within phase 1 there is also a political ideology survey. This survey is ONLY for yourself. The information is not saved nor do I require you to tell me your results. There are a few questions that just ask you whether you were surprised with your results and how accurate you felt they were, but this portion is mainly just for your own awareness.

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Tuesday, 29 January 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 29 January 1820 - King George III Died - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/king-george-iii-dies

1. How did King George become King?2. What is the history of the king and parliament?3. How did King George spend his last 10 years?4. Positives and negatives of a monarchy?5. Heredity vs. election? What do you think?

Assignment: Phase 1 E-Congress - (Finish) This is phase 1 of our E-Congress, the introduction. Many of these things are a little bit of a review. They are some things we have already talked about. Within phase 1 there is also a political ideology survey. This survey is ONLY for yourself. The information is not saved nor do I require you to tell me your results. There are a few questions that just ask you whether you were surprised with your results and how accurate you felt they were, but this portion is mainly just for your own awareness.

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Trump Knock-Out

Assignment: Phase 1 E-Congress - This is phase 1 of our E-Congress, the introduction. Many of these things are a little bit of a review. They are some things we have already talked about. Within phase 1 there is also a political ideology survey. This survey is ONLY for yourself. The information is not saved nor do I require you to tell me your results. There are a few questions that just ask you whether you were surprised with your results and how accurate you felt they were, but this portion is mainly just for your own awareness.

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Welcome to Mini-Term 5 (Week 2) 22 January - 25 January

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 25 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: State of Trump

Assignment: E-Congress - Phase 1 - Introduction

Please complete the Introduction / Phase 1 part of our E-Congress experience. Phase 1 Assignment -

Google Classroom - Period 1

Google Classroom - Period 5

E-Congress Phase 1 On-Line PowerPoint

E-Congress Phase 1 Study Guide

Thursday, 24 January 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Assignment: We are going to do a little chapter work today. Think about this as a little review and summary of some of the things we have addressed in class. Please complete the following study guides for the Legislative Branch - Chapter 10 Section 1, Chapter 10 Section 2, and Chapter 10 Section 3.

If you get done early, please work on your current events that are due.

Wednesday, 23 January 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
(Pick just one of these cartoons) Today's cartoons are about the upcoming 2020 election. All though it seems a long ways away, many Democrats are throwing their hat in the ring and announcing their candidacy. This website will actually show you those who have and might run for president as the Democrat candidate. Check it out!https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/us/politics/2020-presidential-candidates.html

Tuesday, 22 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Tomahawk of the Social Media (Picked this cartoon because of the recent controversies and lessons learned about being aware of the media and news and social media.)

Assignment: Today we added to our notes about the Legislative Branch, focusing specifically on the structure of the Congress - what they are made up of, and how they function. We also looked at the reasons for why they are bicameral - or have two houses. First is historically they looked at Rome and others and how they created their government. We read page 129 in the World History Textbook and compared the Roman Republic to our US Republic (Representative Democracy or Indirect Democracy). We annotated the page and recognized the similarities and differences. The Roman Republic Comparison Annotations.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1om-0ih6NxVET2TfZgFdyKn35_jS9TgFA/view?usp=sharing

Bipartisan Notes - Legislative Branch Notes - Part 1

Welcome to Mini-Term 5 (Week 1) 14 January - 18 January

Topic -The Legislative Branch, Congress, Bills and Laws, Law-Making Process

Friday, 18 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Two Kings (In honor of Marin Luther King Jr. Day - Next Monday 1/ 21)

Washington Post Article Link

Assignment -

The Legislative Branch Notes - What does it say in the US Constitution? We are going to read through Article 1 of the US Constitution (In the back of our book on starting on page 760 or on-line at: https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/articles/article-i

The following link will take you to some slides that will be helpful for this assignment too. https://slideplayer.com/slide/4243900/

Class notes - so far. . . . To be continued - Article 1 US Constitution Notes - The Legislative Branch

Bipartisan Notes - Legislative Branch Notes - Part 1

Thursday, 17 January 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Assignment -

The Legislative Branch Notes - What does it say in the US Constitution? We are going to read through Article 1 of the US Constitution (In the back of our book on starting on page 760 or on-line at: https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/articles/article-i

The following link will take you to some slides that will be helpful for this assignment too. https://slideplayer.com/slide/4243900/

Class notes - so far. . . . To be continued - Article 1 US Constitution Notes - The Legislative Branch

Wednesday, 16 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: The Voice 2019

Assignment -

The Legislative Branch Notes - What does it say in the US Constitution? We are going to read through Article 1 of the US Constitution (In the back of our book on starting on page 760 or on-line at: https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/articles/article-i

The following link will take you to some slides that will be helpful for this assignment too. https://slideplayer.com/slide/4243900/

Class notes - so far. . . . To be continued - Article 1 US Constitution Notes - The Legislative Branch

Tuesday, 15 January 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 15 January 1870 - First Appearance of the Democratic Donkey - Read about it here and answer the questions below -

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-appearance-of-the-democratic-donkey

1. What magazine brought us the Democrat donkey?2. What cartoon symbols did Thomas Nast introduce?3. Describe the cartoon's symbolism.4. Describe the Elephant and the symbolism in that cartoon.5. Define what it means to be "Democrat" and "Republican".

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - (Do assignment 1 if you are new to the class. Do assignment 2 if you are a returning student. Do both if you are returning but never made a vision card.)

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Monday, 14 January 2019

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go to the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 1/25 and the second is due before 2/14), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the Legislative Branch, Law-Making Process, Bills and Laws, etc. See the handout below.

Current Events American Government 2018 2019.pdf

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

Welcome to Mini-Term 4 (Week 4) 3 January - 11 January

Topic - Six Principles of Government: Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Federalism, and Judicial Review.

9 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Blocked -

8 January 2019

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Question - How does this cartoon relate to Checks and Balances?

Title: The Wall -

20 Bonus Points Opportunity - 1.) What are your predictions about the speech? Please watch President Donald Trump's speech tonight. 2.) Take notes on what he says. 3.) Describe how the Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances would apply or affect the things he is talking about. 4.) How do the other Six Principles apply? Popular Sovereignty? Limited Government? Judicial Review? and Federalism?

Should be tonight at 7 PM Utah time on just about any TV station or online at CNN.com, FoxNews.com , or other news internet sites.

7 January 2019

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 7 (Actually 4) January 1896 - Utah Statehood Day - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/utah-enters-the-union

1. Utah as the ______ state?2. Pioneers entered the Salt Lake Valley in _______.3. Utah became a territory in _________. 4. Statehood was in ________.5. What did the 1890 Manifesto do?6. Describe the symbolism in the Utah state flag.

We will be learning about Utah Statehood today and Federalism - How the Federal (Washington D.C) government and the state government interact and how states interact with each other - Article IV and VI of the US Constitution and Parts of the Utah State Constitution from 1896.

Utah Statehood and Federalism Worksheet

US Constitution Online (Article IV and VI) - http://constitutionus.com/

Utah State Constitution - https://archives.utah.gov/community/exhibits/Statehood/1896text.htm

Statehood and US Constitution Utah Const2018.pdf

3,4 and 7 January 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 4 January 2007 - Nancy Pelosi Became First Female Speaker of the House - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/nancy-pelosi-named-speaker-of-the-house-2004

1. Who is Nancy Pelosi?2. What is historic about her having become Speaker of the House?(2007 was historic, but the fact she was elected Speaker yesterday Jan. 3rd 2018 was also historic. Why? https://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-pelosi-speaker-20190103-story.html)3. What are challenges she faced or faces?4. What are some of her achievements?5. What is your prediction for the new 2018 Congress? The 1st session of the 116th Congress?

Assignment (Continued from yesterday):

Marbury v. Madison

American Government: Marbury vs Madison Video listening guide 2019

This website will help you answer some of these questions as well:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/1789-1850/5us137

Thursday, 3 January 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Welcome to 2019 -

Marbury v. Madison

American Government: Marbury vs Madison Video listening guide 2019

Welcome to Mini-Term 4 (Week 3) 17 December - 21 December

Topic - Six Principles of Government: Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Federalism, and Judicial Review.

Friday, 21 December 2018

Little Extra Holiday/Christmas Tradition fun - Often as we celebrate Christmas this time of year. Many don't realize the history and origins of many of the traditions we celebrate. Take the True or False quiz to start with and then watch the following clips and correct your answers. This is a great transition to some of the things we will be studying when we get back - Greek and Roman Religious mythology and beliefs.

NEWS FLASH - November 21, 2012 - "Christian Calendar is Wrong" Says the Pope = http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/jesus-birth-year-wrong-pope-article-1.1205825

So what is the true story of some of these Christmas / Roman beliefs?

Take the quiz and see what you know - History and Origins of Christmas - Roman? Zoroastrian?

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/jesus-birth-year-wrong-pope-article-1.1205825

Videos:

Little Extra Holiday/Christmas Tradition fun - Often as we celebrate Christmas this time of year. Many don't realize the history and origins of many of the traditions we celebrate. Take the True or False quiz to start with and then watch the following clips and correct your answers. This is a great transition to some of the things we will be studying when we get back - Greek and Roman Religious mythology and beliefs.

NEWS FLASH - November 21, 2012 - "Christian Calendar is Wrong" Says the Pope =http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/jesus-birth-year-wrong-pope-article-1.1205825

So what is the true story of some of these Christmas / Roman beliefs?

Take the quiz and see what you know - History and Origins of Christmas - Roman? Zoroastrian?

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/jesus-birth-year-wrong-pope-article-1.1205825

Videos:

Use the following links to videos to help find the correct answers. https://www.history.com/topics/christmas

Origins of Christmas - https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas#section_1

Evolution of Christmas - https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/christmas-traditions-worldwide#section_14

Why December 25th - https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/christmas-traditions-worldwide#section_14

Christmas Becomes a Holiday -

Origins of Santa -

Evolution of Santa -

Bet You Didn't Know -

North Pole Deconstructed -

Strange Christmas Traditions -

Remember - You do have to come back on January 2nd - So don't get to used to no school.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Remember the Roman and Norse pagan roots, origins, and history of Christmas as you celebrate.

Thursday, 20 December 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Border Wall Funding Plan B -

Wednesday, 19 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 19 December 1998 - President Clinton Impeached - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/president-clinton-impeached

1. What were the two "Articles of Impeachment"?2. What is impeachment?3. Who were Monica Lewinky and Paula Jones?4. What was the outcome of the Senate Trial?5. What do you think about impeachment and the trial? Does it matter?6. Do today's revelations about President Trump and his lying about his Moscow hotel deal matter? Why? Why not? Is it impeachable?

Tuesday, 18 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 18 December 1620 - Pilgrims Arrive at Plymouth Rock - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/mayflower-docks-at-plymouth-harbor

1. What happened to the Puritans in England?2. How were the rights in the, later, 1st Amendment involved?3. How was life in the Netherlands?4. What was the Mayflower Compact?5. What happened to the Wampanoag Indians?6. Who was Squanto?

Monday, 17 December 2018

1st Period -

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

5th Period - No class today - Christmas / Holiday Service Project / Party for Canyon View LIFE program students.

Welcome to Mini-Term 4 (Week 2) 10 December - 14 December

Topic - Six Principles of Government: Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Federalism, and Judicial Review.

Friday, 14 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 14 December 1799 - George Washington Died - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/george-washington-dies

1. The list many accomplishments of George Washington.2. How was he prepared to be our first president?3. What does it mean to be "First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of hist countrymen"?4. How did George Washington live up to this quote?

Thursday, 13 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 13 December 2000 - Al Gore Concedes Presidential Election - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/al-gore-concedes-presidential-election

1. Describe the process in Article II Section 1.2-4 US Constitution.2. What finally stopped the recount in Florida? What was controversial about that?3. Who won the popular vote? By how much? Who won the electoral vote? By how much?4. What do the following say:12th Amendment?Article II Sec. 8?20th Amendment?5. What do you think about the presidential electoral process?

Wednesday, 12 December 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Tuesday, 11 December 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Coal Delivery

Monday, 10 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 10 December 1869 - Wyoming Women Get the Right to Vote - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/wyoming-grants-women-the-vote

1. What were Wyoming's motivations to give women the right to vote?2. How did frontier settlement play a role? (See this article to help with this question - https://www.theguardian.com/science/2015/may/14/early-men-women-equal-scientists)3. How did conservative voting blocks play a role? Example - Utah and the "Mormon polygamist" vote.4. Why do you think supposedly educated and enlightened Eastern states didn't give women the right to vote - they criticized the west, but why didn't they just give women the right to vote?5. When was the 19th Amendment passed? What did it do?

Welcome to Mini-Term 4 (Week 1) 3 December - 7 December

Topic - Six Principles of Government: Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Federalism, and Judicial Review.

Friday, 7 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 7 December 1941 - Pearl Harbor Bombed - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/pearl-harbor-bombed

1. What mistakes were made that allowed the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor to be so successful?2. What damage was done? US casualties, ships, etc.?3. Japanese losses?4. Who was Jeanette Rankin5. Why do we need to remember this infamous day?6. Describe the "Fringe" theory / conspiracy theory behind Pearl Harbor. Why do some believe these types of conspiracy theories?https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl_Harbor_advance-knowledge_conspiracy_theory
Assignment: Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances Collaborative Assignment. https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjUyNTc0NTU1NDZa/details

Work together as a collaborative group to read the citations from the US Constitution and figure out how power is separated among the three branches of government (Separation of Powers) and how each branch of government checks the power of the other branches so that one person or entity does not get too powerful. We will do this as groups on big charts and then once we have checked to make sure it is accurate, we will fill out our individual charts with Constitutional citations.

Use these citations from the US Constitution. (Found on page 760-769 of your American Government Textbook OR got to https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution and click on the “Article” tab of the online interactive US Constitution.)

Separation of Powers Citations:

Article 1: Section 1

Article 2: Section 1

Article 3: Section 1

Checks and Balances Citations:

Article 1: Section 7.1 & 2

Article 1: Section 8.1 & 2

Article 1: Section 2.5

Article 1: Section 3.6&7

Article 1: Section 8.9

Article 2 Section 1.7

Article 2: Section 2.2 & 3

Article 2: Section 3

Article 2: Section 4

Article 3: Section 1

Article 3: Section 2:3

Article 3: Section 3:1 & 2

Separation of Powers Checks and Balances Citations.pdf

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances Test.pdf

Thursday, 6 December 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 6 December 1965 - 13th Amendment Ratified - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/13th-amendment-ratified

1. What did the 13th Amendment do?2. Describe the opinions that existed about slavery before the war.3. What was the Emancipation Proclamation? Who did it free?4, How did this change peoples' opinion about the conflict?5. Who wanted states' rights and why?6. Is slavery still around today?
Assignment: We will be reading Chapter 3 Section 1 about the Six Principles of Government and completing the reading guide. We will be working together on the Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances Flow Chart. We will also be finishing the definitions page.

Separation of Powers_2014.pdf

Ch3Checks.pdf

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances Test.pdf

Wednesday, 5 December 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.
Silent Sam - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Sam#Design

Assignment: Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

Tuesday, 4 December 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: G20

Assignment: Pre-Test on the Six Basic Principles of Government (See Mr. Hatch to take this Pre-Test)

Monday, 3 December 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

End of Mini-Term 3 - Start of Mini-Term 4

Mini-Term 3 (Week 4) 19 November - 30 November

Topic - Bill of Rights, Amendments 1-10

Wednesday, 21 November - Friday, 23 November - Thanksgiving Break.

Have a great break! We will see you back on Monday, 26 November 2018.

Tuesday, 20 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 20 November 1789 - New Jersey is the First State to Ratify the Bill of Rights - Read about it here and answer the questions below

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/new-jersey-ratifies-the-bill-of-rights

1. What were the Anti-Federalists? What were their fears about the US Constitution?2. Who are the Federalist? What did they believe about the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights?3. To sign the US Constitution and get it passed, what deal was made?4. Who wrote the Bill of Rights and what was it based on?5. What do you believe is the most important Amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

Monday, 19 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 19 November 1863 - Lincoln Delivers the Gettysburg Address - Read about it here and answer the questions below

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/lincoln-delivers-gettysburg-address

1. How many words in the speech?2. What was the significance of the Battle at Gettysburg?3. What was the difference between Evertt's speech and Lincoln's speech?4. Summarize the main message of the address.

Assignment: We played a review game to get ready and practice for the quiz. We took the quiz on Amendments 11-27.

Mini-Term 3 (Week 3) 12 November - 16 November

Topic - Voting Rights and Elections

Friday, 16 November 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Split Capitol

Assignment: On a piece of paper we learned the last few amendments that will be on our Amendments 11-27 quiz. Write the Amendment Number, Description, and Background on a paper for the following Amendments: 11, 16. 18, 20, 21, & 27.

You can use your textbook pages - 773 - 779 OR

The Bill of Rights Study Guide (For now focus on 11-27) OR

You can use the Interactive Constitution at the National Constitution Center

We will play a review game Monday and then take the quiz so we can get it done before we go on Thanksgiving break.

Thursday, 15 November 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Assignment: Today we just finished the Voting Rights Amendments Worksheet. Please finish that and hand it in. Start studying Amendments 11-27 because we will be taking a matching test on those Amendments before we go on Thanksgiving break.

Wednesday, 14 November 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title: Stan Lee - 1922-2018

Assignment - Voting Amendments and Election 2018 assignment on Google Classroom - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjQ2Mzg2MTQ1ODha/details

OR Here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ieylcppcppXDma0Kk8kOMFfvucQA5JQo/view?usp=sharing

The Constitution originally left the question of who could vote as a question each state could decide. When the United States was first created, the states only allowed white male property owners to vote. Why do you think that is? The Preample to the US Constitution says, "We the peaple, in order to form a MORE PERFECT union. . . ." This suggests that the founding fathers realized that the US Constituion was not perfect and neither is our government or country; there was room to grow, for sure. One of the ways our Constitution and country has shown that we have grown and changed is through the amendment process. There have been 27 Amendments that have allowed our nation to grow and change. One big focus of these amendments had been expanding the right to vote to many more people. Complete the assignment to find out how the right to vote has evolved throughout our history.

What sacrifices were made so we could have the right to vote?

Videos:

19th Amendment (1920) - https://voteutah.org/political.shtml#Suffrage

15th (1870) & 24th Amendents (1964) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXKA5FnbKp0&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

26th Amendment - 18 year olds (1971) If you are old enough to be drafted, you ought to be able to vote for the people who sent you there. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD14okrChfo

You can use your textbook pages - 773 - 779 OR

The Bill of Rights Study Guide (For now focus on 11-27) OR

You can use the Interactive Constitution at the National Constitution Center

to help you learn about these Voting Rights Amendments and the other Amendments 11-27.

Tuesday, 13 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 13 November 1982 - Vietnam Veterans Memorial Dedicated - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/vietnam-veterans-memorial-dedicated

1. How many Americans died in Vietnam?2. Describe the opposition to the wall.3. How did people's feelings about the wall change?4. What can you do to remember those who sacrifices for your rights and freedoms?

Assignment - Voting Amendments and Election 2018 assignment on Google Classroom - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjQ2Mzg2MTQ1ODha/details

OR Here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ieylcppcppXDma0Kk8kOMFfvucQA5JQo/view?usp=sharing

The Constitution originally left the question of who could vote as a question each state could decide. When the United States was first created, the states only allowed white male property owners to vote. Why do you think that is? The Preample to the US Constitution says, "We the peaple, in order to form a MORE PERFECT union. . . ." This suggests that the founding fathers realized that the US Constituion was not perfect and neither is our government or country; there was room to grow, for sure. One of the ways our Constitution and country has shown that we have grown and changed is through the amendment process. There have been 27 Amendments that have allowed our nation to grow and change. One big focus of these amendments had been expanding the right to vote to many more people. Complete the assignment to find out how the right to vote has evolved throughout our history.

What sacrifices were made so we could have the right to vote?

Videos:

19th Amendment (1920) - https://voteutah.org/political.shtml#Suffrage

15th (1870) & 24th Amendents (1964) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXKA5FnbKp0&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

26th Amendment - 18 year olds (1971) If you are old enough to be drafted, you ought to be able to vote for the people who sent you there. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD14okrChfo

You can use your textbook pages - 773 - 779 OR

The Bill of Rights Study Guide (For now focus on 11-27) OR

You can use the Interactive Constitution at the National Constitution Center

to help you learn about these Voting Rights Amendments and the other Amendments 11-27.

Monday, 12 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 12 November 1954 - Ellis Island Closes - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/ellis-island-closes

1. How many immigrants were "processed" at Ellis Island since it opened in 1892?2. What percentage of Americans can trace their roots to Ellis Island?3. Who handled immigration before Ellis Island?4. How were different classes treated?5. Describe the current differing opinions on immigration.

Assignment - Make-up day for Chapter 6 Section 1-4 Reading Guide Worksheet. Please finish this for sure today.

***** If you are done early, please start the next assignment on the Voting Rights Amendments and Election 2018 -

Assignment - Voting Amendments and Election 2018 assignment on Google Classroom - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjQ2Mzg2MTQ1ODha/details

OR Here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ieylcppcppXDma0Kk8kOMFfvucQA5JQo/view?usp=sharing

Mini-Term 3 (Week 2) 5 November - 9 November

Topic - Voting Rights and Elections

Friday, 9 November 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title - American Neogothic 2018

Assignment - Why Vote? PowerPoint and Questions

PowerPoint is found at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pWUDWPLpuqjvfqQo46-_eszOPLTfA4cr/view?usp=sharing

1.Does my one vote count? Why? Why not?

2.Give some examples where one vote did matter.

3.Why is it important to vote?

4. Why do people not vote?

5. Why do young people 18-25 not vote?

6. How do we get people to care about voting and get them out to vote?

7. What sacrifices were made so we can vote?

8. What key amendments have expanded the vote to more people?

Thursday, 8 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 8 November 1994 - The Republican Revolution - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/the-republican-revolution

1. How long had it been since the Republicans controlled both the House and Senate?2. Describe the "Contract with America". What was it?3. What are some examples of the social welfare programs created by the Democrats that were the target of this plan?4. How many days did it take to pass all these changes? What were the things they did not get passed through Congress?5. How is the situation in Congress similar today?

Assignment - Today we did a class assignment where we taught Two Rivers High Students about the Real Election Results. We looked at the following website - https://electionresults.utah.gov/elections/

We took the results for Senate, House of Representatives, The 3 Constitutional Amendments, and the 4 Propositions and made posters to show the results.

If you were not here today, you will have to see Mr. Hatch for a make-up assignment to do on your own.

Wednesday, 7 November 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Assignment: What's At Stake? Midterms 2018 - (You can complete this assignment through Google Classroom at: https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjQ1MTE1MzEzNzla/details

Go to the following website: Watch these two videos - "23 and 2 - That's What the Dems Need to Flip Congress"

https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2018/10/05/midterm-elections-power-shift-explainer-foreman-orig.cnn

AND "All This Is At Risk if the GOP Loses Congress"

https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2018/10/31/if-republicans-lose-control-of-congress-foreman-orig.cnn

ALSO Read the following article - "Midterm Election 2018: Why They Are So Important" found at: http://www.theweek.co.uk/donald-trump/95501/midterm-elections-2018-why-they-are-important?

Answer the following questions. Make sure to include details and facts.

1. What is at stake in this election; what is up for grabs?

2. What could happen if the Democrats take the majority in the House of Representatives? the Senate?

3. What are your predictions about the election? Who do you think will have the majority in the Senate and House? Why?

Tuesday, 6 November 2018

Daily Journal - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Monday, 5 November 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 31 October 1995 - Quebec Separatists Narrowly Defeated - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/king-james-learns-of-gunpowder-plot

1. What was the Gunpowder Treason and Plot? What was the goal?2. Who was Guy Fawkes?3. Which of today's amendment were involved/connected in this historic event?4. What happened to the co-conspirators?

Complete chapter work from Friday (1st Period)

OR

Work on the mock election results poster (5th period)

Welcome to Mini-Term 3 (Week 1) 29 October - 2 November

Topic - Voting Rights and Elections

Friday, 2 November 2018

Week 1 of Daily Journals are DUE TODAY -

"Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

Today we had a substitute. Please complete the reading guides for section 1-4 of chapter 6 - Voting and Elections.

Thursday, 1 November 2018

Daily Journal: "Caption The Cartoon" - For our journal today, you will need to write the date, the title, think about what the message of the cartoon is, caption the cartoon or make your meme, then tell me what you think about the cartoon. As always we try to look at both sides or perspectives on these cartoons.

Title - Trump Zipper

Finishing - Election Poster - Teaching Two Rivers High School About the Election Assignment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjAxNzMxNjQ3NjRa/details

Wednesday, 31 October 2018 - Happy Halloween - School is OPEN!

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 31 October 1995 - Quebec Separatists Narrowly Defeated - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/quebec-separatists-narrowly-defeated

1. What were the Quebec Separatists wanting? Why?2. How close was the vote?3. Does your one vote matter? Why or Why not?4. Describe how has the US had similar outcomes in elections - close and divisive elections?

Continued - Election Poster - Teaching Two Rivers High School About the Election Assignment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjAxNzMxNjQ3NjRa/details

Tuesday, 30 October 2018

Daily Journal: "On This Date in History" - 30 Oct. 1938 - Orson Wells Scares the Nations"War of the Words" - Read about it here and answer the questions below - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/welles-scares-nation

Questions:

1. What was the War of the Worlds?2. Why did people not understand the invasion was not real?3. Describe the panic that ensued.4. What told us this was fake back then? How do we tell the difference between news and "fake" news or even entertainments today?5. How does the 1st Amendment relate?

Election Poster - Teaching Two Rivers High School About the Election Assignment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ5OTA3Mjc0NTBa/a/MjAxNzMxNjQ3NjRa/details

Finish Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - Complete the vision card assignment or reflection that we started yesterday.

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Google Classroom Assignment -

Monday, 29 October 2018

Daily Journal: Today we learned one way how to do our daily journals - "Analyze the Political Cartoon". We do this to bring current events into the class discussion and to practice the skill of inference. Answer the following questions for the cartoon:

1. List the objects or people you see in the cartoon.2. Describe any symbolism or metaphors.3. Analyze the effects of any distortions, stereotypes, or caricatures.4. Identify any words and their effects on the meaning of the cartoon. 5. How does this political cartoon relate to history or current events?6. What biases and perspectives are represented in this viewpoint.7. Summarize what you believe is the author's intended message. 8. Critique and evaluate - What are your thoughts about the cartoon?Share your journal with a neighbor for a meaningful response.

TITLE - PITTSBURGH SYNAGOGUE SHOOTING

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topics of - voting Rights, voting, and the election. You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 11/9/18 - the second is due before 11/30/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - (Do assignment 1 if you are new to the class. Do assignment 2 if you are a returning student. Do both if you are returning but never made a vision card.)

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

1. Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)2. Leads toward a positive goal.3. Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).4. Is simple5. Is attainable6. Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

1. Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.2. Aligns people with a purpose.3. Defines direction for change and growth.4. Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

End of Mini-Term 2

28 September 2018 - Friday

27 September 2018 - Thursday

On a piece of paper, brainstorm as many different types of government as you can come up with. How many governments can you list?

We looked at the following list of types of government just to see how many different types there are.

List of Governments - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_forms_of_government

60 words ending in "cracy" - https://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2016/07/18/words-ending-with-cracy/

Words ending in "archy" - https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Category:English_words_suffixed_with_-archy

We also learned that you can learn what the names of these governments are but breaking them up into their individual root words. Write this on the same paper -

-cracy = Greek (Gr.) "kratos" – "to govern"

-archy = Latin (L.) "archia" or "archos" - Means "to rule" (Archon - in Greece there exhisted 9 magistrates or rulers in Athens called "Archons".

-ism = "condition" or "state of"

an- = "without"

mono- = "one"

demo- = "people"

aristo - = "the best"

theo- = "god"

What does the following quote from Plato's Republic mean -

Glaucon - I shall particularly wish to hear what were the four constitutions of which you were speaking.

Socrates - That question, I said, is easily answered: the four governments of which I spoke, so far as they have distinct names, are, first, those of Crete and Sparta, which are generally applauded; what is termed oligarchy comes next; this is not equally approved, and is a form of government which teems with evils: thirdly, democracy, which naturally follows oligarchy, although very different: and lastly comes tyranny, great and famous, which differs from them all, and is the fourth and worst disorder of a State. I do not know, do you? of any other constitution which can be said to have a distinct character. There are lordships and principalities which are bought and sold, and some other intermediate forms of government. But these are nondescripts and may be found equally among Hellenes and among barbarians.

Glaucon - Yes, he replied, we certainly hear of many curious forms of government which exist among them.

Socrates - Do you know, I said, that governments vary as the dispositions of men vary, and that there must be as many of the one as there are of the other? For we cannot suppose that States are made of 'oak and rock,' and not out of the human natures which are in them, and which in a figure turn the scale and draw other things after them?

Glaucon - Yes, he said, the States are as the men are; they grow out of human characters.

Socrates - Then if the constitutions of States are five, the dispositions of individual minds will also be five?

What do we learn from this quote?
Turn in your paper.

25 - 26 September 2018 - Tuesday & Wednesday

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 - (Do assignment 1 if you are new to the class. Do assignment 2 if you are a returning student. Do both if you are returning but never made a vision card.)

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)
Leads toward a positive goal.
Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).
Is simple
Is attainable
Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.
Aligns people with a purpose.
Defines direction for change and growth.
Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

24 September 2018 - Monday - Welcome to Mini-Term 2

Daily Journals: Today we learned one way how to do our daily journals - "On This Date in History. . .". We will read a little short article about an event that happened on this day in history and answer questions about it from the board. We also learned the Question-Answer Relationship (QAR) strategy. You should label each question with what type of question it is - Right There, Think and Search, Author and Me, or On My Own.

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Class Flyer Am Gov.pdf

AG My Connect Flyer 2018_2019.pdf

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 10/5 and the second is due before 10/25), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the questions: "What are different types of government?", "What are the origins of our Constitution and government?" "What are our rights and freedoms - The Bill of Rights?" See the handout below.

Current Events American Government 2018 2019.pdf

29 August 2018

Vision Assignment - Finish the vision assignment, if you have not - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Essential Question / Chaos Debate - Put your name on the top of the paper and answer the first question, crumple it up and throw it around the room, respond with a meaningful response, answer the next question, crumple. . . and continue until all questions are answered.

Essential Questions

Government Essential Questions.pdf

28 August 2018 - "I have a dream. . ." MLK

"I have a dream . . . With this faith we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope."MLK Jr. ( 28 August 1963)

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial - Washington D.C.

Southern Poverty Law Center - Civil Rights Memorial

"I say to you today, my friends, though, even though we face the difficult~es of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dl'e.am. I have a dream that one day this 11ation will rise up, live out the h·ue meaning of its creed: ""' e hold the~e truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal." Martin Luther King Jr.

The step on the Lincoln Memorial where MLK stood and delivered the "I have a dream" speech.

"No, no, we are not satisfied, and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream." Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial - San Francisco

Today we took a moment and learned about and listened to Martin Luther King Jr's famous "I have a dream" speech. Today in 1963 is the day that speech was given. We tied that in to a couple topics we will be dealing with over the next few days:

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

With these two concepts in mind, complete the following worksheet which covers the criteria for a good vision and mission and how that relates to MLK and his dream.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dream Worksheet

Video - "I have a dream. . ." MLK - 28 August 1963

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.

Vision Criteria - What is necessary for a good goal.

Engages the heart and spirit (passion and love for your cause)
Leads toward a positive goal.
Provides effort with meaning (What I do has a purpose).
Is simple
Is attainable
Is flexible (Can Change or be altered as required without necessarily giving up - The world throws "curve balls" at us and we need to be able to be flexible and "roll with the punches".)

Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

Mission statement. . .

Serves as a communication tool inside and outside of the organization.
Aligns people with a purpose.
Defines direction for change and growth.
Acts as an evaluation tool to help measure decisions, activities, and progress.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

27 August 2018 - Monday

Class Flyer - All-Seeng Eye Google Site - Online Class Disclosure - MyConnect.wsd.net Flyer

Class Flyer Am Gov.pdf

AG My Connect Flyer 2018_2019.pdf

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

24 August 2018 - Friday

Class Disclosure: Click on the following link to go the Google Class Disclosure Form - Click on the link at the top of the page to read the disclosure and answer the questions on the form and sign the form at the bottom. (It helps to do this with a split screen so you can read and fill out the form at the same time.) Make sure you click on the submit button when you are done.

23 August 2018 - Thursday

22 August 2018 - Wednesday

Daily Journals: Today we learned how to do a different type of daily journal - "Caption the Cartoon" or "Make Your Meme". Look at the cartoon and come up with a caption or meme that expresses the message of the cartoon.

Current Events: Before the end of the mini-term (The first is due before 9/7 and the second is due before 9/21), each student should write up and report to the class on two articles from the newspaper or magazine (attach), the internet (print & attach), or TV/radio (Include Time/Date/Station). The content of these articles should connect with the topic, unit, or theme we are studying this mini-term. The topic this mini-term is anything connecting to the questions "What is government?", "What are different types of government?", "What should government do or not do?", "What is the job of government?". See the handout below.

Current Events American Government 2018 2019.pdf

Name Tents (Continued): Make sure your Name Tents are ready to go for tomorrow. "Name Tents" will be a get-to-know-you activity. Take the card stock sheet and fold it in half - "hot dog style". Using a marker, put your first and last name on the name tent.

On the inside, answer the following questions:

What is something you did this summer?

What movie is your favorite and why?

What would you consider one of your strengths?

What is government? Define government.

1st Day of School - 2018-2019 - 21 August 2018 - Tuesday

Daily Journals: Today we learned how to do our daily journals - "Analyzing the Political Cartoon - the 8 Questions". Please remember to bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook of some sort that can be specifically used for only this class. Daily Journals can not be made up unless you have a medically or other officially excused absence.

Name Tents: We also started a get-to-know-you activity called the "Name Tent". Take the card stock sheet and fold it in half - "hot dog style". Using a marker, put your first and last name on the name tent.

On the inside, answer the following questions:

What is something you did this summer?

What movie is your favorite and why?

What would you consider one of your strengths?

What is government? Define government.

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END OF YEAR 2017-2018 - Congratulations Graduates!

2-11 May 2018 - Reading Animal Farm

The book is online in the public domain - Animal Farm

As we read we will have students report on the Subject Matter Expert Topics / Cards

We will also be taking a quiz after each chapter.

As we read will will also be doing a reading journal - 1/2 page of writing to demonstrate that you were paying attention and document what you learned. Below are the different reading journals and how much we read in each class each day.

Journal Entries should be at least roughly 1/2 page.

Image - Draw a picture or doodle to summarize what you learned today from the reading. I should be able to tell what you learned from what you draw. I should be able to tell that you paid attention and read with the class.

Inference and Prediction - Based on what we read, you should make several inferences and predictions about what will happen in the book.

Generalize - Draw conclusions about what you read today - What did you learn? What general statements could you make about some of the topics we read today?

Organize - Organize the information we read today into some sort of Graphic Organizer - A timeline, semantic web, t-chart, list, or outline.

Evaluate - What is good and bad? What do you like dislike? What is right or wrong? With what do you agree or disagree? Evaluate the author's writing.

Connection - Make connections to the reading - news, current events, history, other subjects, other things you have read, your life, US, and World.

Apply - How does this apply to other situations, the US, your life, school, work, family, the world, etc.?

Character Journal - Pick a character from the story and react to what we read today as if you were them.

Period 1

5/2-3: Inferring/Prediction - Introduction and Preface

5/7 Image - Page 5

5/8 Guest Speaker - Mrs. Thompson

5/9 - Questions with answers or potential answers - Page 9

5/10 Connections - Page 15

5/11 Evaluate - Page 19 (Quiz #1)

5/14 Apply - Page 22 (Quiz #2)

5/15 Organize - Page 37

5/16 Summarize - Page 42 (Quiz #3)

5/17 Generalize - Page ____ (Quiz #4)

5/18 Character Journal - Page ____

Period 2

5/2-3: Inferring/Prediction - Introduction and Preface

5/7 Generalize - Page 5

5/8 Guest Speaker - Mrs. Thompson

5/9 - Organize - Page 9

5/10 Connections - Page 15

5/11 Apply - Page 18 (Quiz #1)

5/14 Image Page 26 (Quiz #2)

5/15 Evaluate Page 37

5/16 Questions with answers or potential answers - Page 45 (Quiz #3)

5/17 Summary - Page ____ (Quiz #4)

5/18 Character Journal - Page _____

Period 5

5/2-3, 7: Inferring/Prediction - Introduction and Preface

5/8 Guest Speaker - Mrs. Thompson

5/9 - Apply - Page 7

5/10-15 Image - Page 7

5/15 (Quiz #1)

5/16 Questions with answers or potential answers - Page 26 (Quiz #2)

5/17

Hamilton Permission Slip -

Those students who are going on the Hamilton Show Trip need a bus permission slip. Please print this off and bring it ASAP to the office. https://docs.google.com/document/d/11vOnmATKGTt27TzF3NNORHCYzj6oe-oy2LI2K-KAW1I/edit?usp=sharing

Hamilton Student Project Survey -

Students, attending Hamilton on Friday, May 4 must take this survey asap.

Student Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F3VXX2H

4 May 2018

For those not going on the Hamilton Field Trip, begin working on the following assignments:

Who's Who of Communism and Socialism Worksheet (Complete as much of this as you can with the textbook, then we will be going into the lab to finish the rest.)

2 May 2018 - "Animal Farm, A Fairy Story"

1 May 2018 - "May Day" International Workers Day"

Today we learned about May Day and International Workers Day as part of our journal. We then continued working on our Subject Matter Expert Cards - These need to be finished up today.

Animal Farm Expert Assignment

Subject Matter Expert Cards Template/Example

27 April 2018

Students, attending Hamilton on Friday, May 4 must take this survey asap.

Student Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F3VXX2H

26 April 2018 - Substitute

Daily Journal - Read about this day in history at - On This Date in History - 25 (Yesterday) April 1945

Then answer the following questions:

Who was Yuri Andropov?

Summarize the story of Samantha Smith and her letter.

What did President Reagan call the Soviet Union? Why?

Summarize Adropov's Response.

What happened to Samantha Smith?

Video - Today's Lesson

Before you watch the movie, answer the questions about communal vs. private property on the back of the listening guide. Today we will be watching a movie called - Yours and Mine The Lesson of 1623. This short 12 minute film does a great job of discussing the concept of communal vs. private property. The debate between communist concepts vs. private property and capitalist principles is not a new one, even the Pilgrims learned this lesson after the events of 1623. There are some questions and a short essay. On the essay, I will be looking that you make a clear claim - address the opposing viewpoint - use backing and evidence to back up your claim.

If you missed the DVD version, you can watch it online on Youtube at https://youtu.be/zIcISwJ5Yz0 or you can find it online at - http://www.izzit.org/products/detail.php?video=yours_mine&player=vimeo .

Video_The Lessons of 1623_Yours and Mine_Student Worksheet

24-25 April 2018

Today we started the Subject Matter Expert Cards Assignment - Animal Farm. We started to introduce the book we are going to read - Animal Farm - by doing a “Rapid Research Project” – the Topic Expert Research Project Assignment. Each student was picked 5 topics that they will give a small report on, when we encounter that topic in the book. This will help increase comprehension and understanding as we read the story. Students picked and will be responsible for 5 topics.

Animal Farm Expert Assignment

Subject Matter Expert Cards Template/Example

23 April 2018 - Mini-Term 8 (The Last Mini-Term - Graduation is just around the corner!)

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 2/26/2018.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals. These are worth 5 points per day.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topics of the Communism, Socialism, Capitalism, Russia, Cuba, China, Venezuela, Vladimir Putin, Korea, Vietnam, etc. You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 5/4/18 - the second is due before 5/18/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

27 March 2018

We incorporated today's short lesson in with our Daily Journal

First - Read the On This Date in History about Thomas Jefferson - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/jefferson-elected-to-the-continental-congress/print

Second - Answer the following questions: 1. What great things did Jefferson accomplish? 2.) Describe the relationship between Jefferson and Adams. 3.) What was interesting about the date - July 4th and the connection Jefferson and Adams?

Third - We are focusing on political "factions" or "parties" and how Jefferson, Washington, Adams, were all connected and their disputes, disagreements, etc. to help answer these questions, we looked at a few historic elections and other sites:

1st Presidential Election - https://www.270towin.com/1789_Election/
2nd Presidential Election - https://www.270towin.com/1792_Election/index.html
3rd Presidential Election - https://www.270towin.com/1796_Election/index.html
4th Presidential Election (The birth of "factions" or political parties - https://www.270towin.com/1800_Election/index.html
Jefferson and Adams die on July 4th on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence - https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/thomas-jefferson-and-john-adams-die/print

Go to hamiton.gilderlehr man.org , click on "documents" and pick the document called "George Washington's Farewell Address" read and analyze one of those documents using the Primary Source - Evaluation Worksheet. You are not required to read the entire document, but I want you to focus on the sections that talk about "factions" or in our words - "Political Parties"

23 - 26 March 2018

March 23 & 26

In class we went through a few primary documents to give you an example of what you could do for your project. Look through the PowerPoint - We focused and read the first few sections of the Articles of Confederation, The Preamble to the US Constitution, The 1st Draft of the US Constitution Preamble, and finally we compared that to the Preamble of the Confederate States of America.

Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist PowerPoint

Primary Source - Evaluation Worksheet

March 26

Go to hamiton.gilderlehrman.org , click on "documents" and pick one of the four Anti-Federalist Papers or one of the four Federalist Papers and read and analyze one of those documents using the Primary Source - Evaluation Worksheet.

22 March 2018

Ernest Green Field Trip

21 March 2018

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

Federalism -

20 March 2018 - Welcome to Mini-Term 7

Party Caucus of Mass Meeting - You can get some extra credit in your Am. Government class if you will attend the caucus meeting, do a short write-up report of your experience and what you learned and some proof you were there - a selfie, or signed agenda signed by precinct chair. (30 points extra credit)

Find where your caucus of mass meeting is by entering your address at the following website - you can attend a caucus for whichever party you desire.

https://vote.utah.gov/vote/menu/index

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 2/26/2018.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topics of the US President, presidency, political parties, federalism vs. state's rights (federalist vs. anti-federalists (confederacy - Those who supported the Articles of Confederation and the Confederate States of America). You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 3/2/18 - the second is due before 3/16/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

1-2 March 2018

https://webertube.com/video/17476/how-a-bill-becomes-a-law

21 February 2018 - Wednesday - Early Out 11:45

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

20 February 2018 - Tuesday

Separation of Powers / Checks and Balances Pre-Test - We took a pre-test on separation of powers, checks and balances. (Some may have taken this last mini-term)

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 2/26/2018.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topics of the 5 principles of government - Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government & Federalism. You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 3/2/18 - the second is due before 3/16/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

Friday - 9 February 2018 (Substitute Day 3)

Daily Journal - "On this date in history. . ." Have the students write down the following questions in their journal:

1. What was the problem with the election of 1824?

2. Describe the results and why it forced the election to be decided by the House of Representatives.

3. What does the 12 Amendment say?

4. How did the House of Representatives vote? What were the results and impact of that vote?

Then read the following website page to find the answers. On This Date in History -9 Feb. 1825

Assignment - Use the blue American Government textbook (The section in the back with the Constitution and Amendments) and your Amendments Study Guide to complete the worksheet on the Voting Rights Amendments - "My Voting Rights - When, Where, and How?"

NEXT Read the article from NBC News - Everything you need to know about the 2018 midterm elections - to answer the questions about the 2018 midterm election.

NEXT - Go to https://vote.utah.gov - to answer the questions about voter registration and qualifications and to register to vote, IF YOU DESIRE.

Thursday 8 February 2018 (Substitute Day 2)

Daily Journal - Thursday 8 February 2018 "Analyze the Cartoon" answer the green questions on the wall for the following cartoons (pick one).

Assignment - Continue the Eminent Domain Assignment from yesterday.

Wednesday 7 February 2018 (Substitute Day 1 )

Daily Journal - Wednesday 7 February 2018 - Amendment 5 says - "No person shall . . . be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation." This is often referred to as the Eminent Domain Clause.

Video - Watch the following video and respond to the questions - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Z4JjgGquA4 (18 Resilient Home Owners - Found on youtube.org)

1. Do you think the government has the right to force people to move in the name of progress? Why?

2. Do you think these stalwart defenders of their homesteads are in the right? Why?

3. Does it matter if it is for public use i.e. a library, school, road or highway? or private use i.e. a business or new development that can bring higher tax revenues.? Does this affect your opinion? Why?

Assignment - PART 1 - Watch the Video - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" (DVD)

OR you can watch it on youtube.com at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E

Fill out the Listening Guide and pick one of the essay prompts and respond in an essay.

Eminent Domain Listening Guide

PART 2 - Read the following articles about recent local issues dealing with eminent domain in our local Ogden/Weber County area.

UDOT releases West Davis Corridor road plan - 8 September 2011

Ogden Approves Use of Eminent Domain for River Redevelopment Project

17 January 2018 - Wednesday

5 Principles of Government Pre-Test - We started this pre-test on the 5 principles of government: popular sovereignty, separation of powers, checks and balances, limited government & federalism. We had just enough time to have you define each of these, we will finish the rest later.

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 12/11/2017.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topic of the First Ten Amendments or the Bill of Rights and the rest of the 27 Amendments. You can also find articles that address the 5 principles of government - Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government & Federalism. Find articles that answer the questions like - What are our rights? How are the being abused, ignored, threatened, upheld, supported, challenged? You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 12/15/17 - the second is due before 1/11/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

16 January 2018 - Tuesday - Welcome to Mini-Term 5

Amendments Pre-Test - We took a pre-test on the 27 Amendments. You will get points for participating and doing your best. Your score on the pre-test will not affect your grade but will be used to monitor your growth and learning this mini-term in comparison to your post-test score. Do your BEST! We then graded your test and gave it back as a study guide for the post-test in about two weeks.

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 12/11/2017.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topic of the First Ten Amendments or the Bill of Rights and the rest of the 27 Amendments. You can also find articles that address the 5 principles of government - Popular Sovereignty, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government & Federalism. Find articles that answer the questions like - What are our rights? How are the being abused, ignored, threatened, upheld, supported, challenged? You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 12/15/17 - the second is due before 1/11/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

6 December - 3 January 2018

Ancient Origins of the US Constitution and Government PowerPoint and Notes

Ancient Origins PowerPoint

Ancient Origins Notes Page

5 December 2017

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

4 December 2017 - Monday - Welcome to Mini-Term 4

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy! Disclosure Form answered and signed must be done by Monday, 12/11/2017.

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topic of the First Ten Amendments or the Bill of Rights and the Origin of those rights. Find articles that answer the questions like - What are our rights? How are the being abused, ignored, threatened, upheld, supported, challenged? You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 12/15/17 - the second is due before 1/11/2018.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

1 December 2017 - Final Day of the Mini-Term

Presentation Day - We will be going into the lab. Bring up your PowerPoint and start your presentation. We are doing this "Museum Display Mode" so that we get a chance to look at all of the PowerPoint presentations and so that everyone gets some feedback to this very preliminary presentation of your Nation History Day project. The goal is that everyone gets some exposure to their project and what they have done so far, they will know the questions viewers have, and that includes maybe things that are missing or unclear, or just general questions that maybe you have not thought of that might point you an interesting direction. You will also get feedback on what you are doing well and what you could improve on, as well as what the viewers found interesting. All of this feedback is in the hope that you all may desire to continue and do more with your History Day project, which is a constantly growing and editing process. Have fun with this!

Feedback sheet - you will be filling one of these out for every presentation from the class.

29-30 November 2017

Thesis Statement Worksheet - This worksheet will help you create a thesis statement for one of the slides of your PowerPoint. This worksheet will be turned in for grading. Pick one of the first two pages - they are similar - so choose one. Use the examples on the third page as a guide for your thesis statement.

PowerPoint Presentation Handouts and Helps - The first page shows you the different sections of your PowerPoint. The Title page more than being an introduction, I kind of want it to be more of a hook - something to grab the viewer's attention. Thesis statement will come from your Thesis Statement Worksheet (above). There are handouts to help you with the Historical Context, Main Event, and Historical Significance sections. They are not required but may help you with ideas or planning out those sections.

We will be presenting these "museum display style" on Friday. You need to set the presentation to loop and to advance on its own every 5 - 10 seconds or so. If you don't know how to do that ask for help.

27-28 November 2017

Primary Sources - In Their Words -

Find Five Historic Quotes from those who lived it - (Primary Sources) - What are the people who participated in the event, or contemporary sources saying about what happened? You can do this "Old School" with the worksheet, OR you can create a Google Doc with the five quotes and the source information.

Find Five Historic Images or Artifacts - (Primary Sources) - Find pictures or images (paintings, drawings, political cartoons, maps, etc.) that would help tell the story of what happened with your historic event.

Find Five Sources from Participants - (Primary Sources) - What are the people who participated in the event, or contemporary sources saying about what happened? You can do this "Old School" with the worksheet, OR you can create a Google Doc with the five quotes and the source information.

20-21 November 2017

Now a Word From the Experts -

Find Five Quotes from the Experts (Secondary Sources) - What are the experts and historians saying about your topic? You can do this "Old School" with the worksheet, OR you can create a Google Doc with the five quotes and the source information.

In Their Words -

Find Five Historic Quotes from those who lived it - (Primary Sources) - What are the people who participated in the event, or contemporary sources saying about what happened? You can do this "Old School" with the worksheet, OR you can create a Google Doc with the five quotes and the source information.

Find Five Historic Images or Artifacts - (Primary Sources) - Find pictures or images (paintings, drawings, political cartoons, maps, etc.) that would help tell the story of what happened with your historic event.

Find Five Sources from Participants - (Primary Sources) - What are the people who participated in the event, or contemporary sources saying about what happened? You can do this "Old School" with the worksheet, OR you can create a Google Doc with the five quotes and the source information.

16-17 November 2017

16 November - We had our Two Rivers Thanksgiving Day celebration - You should have attended all six classes and activities and turned your stamped passport into your advisor to get credit for today's assignment.

17 November -

Tertiary Sources Worksheet (2 Required Tertiary Sources with source information and description/keypoints/notes about the source - what you learned from it) You can do this "Old School" hard copy/paper version OR You can do the same thing saving the source in your students Google Drive with a google doc with source information and description/ key points/ notes about what you learned from the source.

Find Five Assignment (Secondary Sources) -

Secondary Sources Worksheet (5 Required Secondary Sources with source information and description/keypoints/notes about the source - what you learned from it) You can do this "Old School" hard copy/paper version OR You can do the same thing saving the source in your students Google Drive with a google doc with source information and description/ key points/ notes about what you learned from the source.

14-15 November 2017

Today we returned to finishing up some work on types of sources and how to evaluate sources for credibility - primary, secondary, or tertiary sources.

Sources PowerPoint Presentation

Sources Worksheet and Definitions

Types of Sources Handouts

Sources Quiz / Check up

13 November 2017 - Substitute

Daily Journal - Quote of the Day -

"A good compromise, a good piece of legislation, is like a good sentence; or a good piece of music. Everybody can recognize it. They say, 'Huh. It works. It makes sense.'"

Barack Obama

Today's Assignment - Theme Worksheet and 4 Proposals Worksheets should be done and handed in today. They will start to be late after today.

PRIORITY - "Find Five Assignment" - Once you have settled on which of the four topics you would like to pursue, for today's assignment, find at least 2 tertiary sources (may need more depending on if you need more background information), and 5 secondary sources.

Find Five Assignment

You can go "old school" and use the paper worksheet to document your sources. In that case, print them off, highlight parts you think are important, and take notes about the source.

OR you can us your google account and save, highlight, and make notes on your source using the tools we learned about with the Utah Online Library. To get point for the assignment, make sure you "SHARE" the file with Mr. Hatch - bhatch@wsd.net so I can grade it.

9-10 November 2017

We worked on finishing the Theme questions and picking four possible topics that you could do for your research project.

History Day Project 2018 - Conflict and Compromise - History Day Theme Worksheet and Brainstorming Questions

Topic Proposal Sheet (4)

8 November 2017

Daily Journal - Analyze this Political Cartoon - Answer the 8 questions on the wall as you analyze the following cartoon. Keep in mind that as we speak, Pres. Trump is in South Korea and China speaking about the threat from North Korea.

History Detective Video and Listening Guide - Today I want you to think about what we have learned about Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Sources, and historical research and analyze the sources and think about the process the historians on the show - The History Detectives - go through to find and discover the truth about artifacts and events that occurred from these moments in history.

History Detective Listening Guide

Video Clip: The History Detectives - Colored Heroes, Valley Forge Map, and a Transistor Radio.

7 November 2017

Today we had a few guests that came and helped us understand how to use the Internet in a smart way to do research - meaningful, valid, and accurate information.

History Day Research Project Great Online Resources:

http://onlinelibrary.uen.org/

(Username and Password required to use UEN Online Library at home is UN - "online" PW - "reader".)

Utah's Online Library Contains great resources that we practiced today -

World Book Online Encyclopedia - Great tertiary source to start your research. Remember on almost all of these sites you can save the article to your "History Day" file on your Google Drive that we created today. You can also highlight the article and attach notes.

Gale Reference Collection 9-12 - This has great biographies and tertiary and secondary articles on a wide range of topics. There is also a newspaper archive and other great research resources - check it out!

National Archives - Great place for historical documents and photos related to US History

Library of Congress - Huge collection of photos, newspapers, and other historic documents for US History

World Digital Library - Sponsored by the Library of Congress - But more for international World History topics. High quality world historical archive.

National History Day (NHD) Student Resources - "Helpful Research Links" tab to online resources and archives, "Ask the Expert" tab. A lot of helpful resources at this site.

6 November 2017

Today we will put finishing the Theme Worksheet off a day or two. We will be learning about different types of sources of information - Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary sources. These are all different levels of credibility.

We started by answering two questions at the top of your Sources Worksheet - 1.) What do historians do? 2.) What does it mean - "History is a VERB."

Watch the first 5 minutes of this video to discuss these ideas and discuss that as a class - History is a Verb - Utah History Day Video Clip - Watch until about 9:24 on the video clip about 13:00 is a good clip too.

Primary and Secondary Sources Video Clip - Use this video clip to help define the three types or levels of credibility of sources.

Sources Worksheet and Definitions

Types of Sources Handouts

1-3 November 2017

We have been working with and kicking around the theme for this year's History Day Project 2018. Answer the following questions as you consider the different aspects of the theme - conflict and compromise.

History Day Project 2018 - Conflict and Compromise - History Day Theme Worksheet and Brainstorming Questions

31 October 2017 - Happy Halloween

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

30 October 2017 - Monday - Welcome to Mini-Term 3

American Government Disclosure and Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy!

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Daily Journals - Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topic of Conflict and Compromise - The Theme for this mini-term's project - The History Day Project (More to come on that later). Find articles that answer the questions like - What are examples of conflict and compromise in history? Is compromise simple to reach? How does compromise help prevent future conflict? What happens when there is a failure to compromise? Does compromise always lead to peace or can it lead to more conflict? You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 11/10/17 - the second is due before 12/1/2017.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

6 October 2017 - Friday

Daily Journal - Analyze the following cartoon (The 8 questions on the wall).

Use today to finish any assignments you have not completed in the We the People Textbook or any other make-up work that you have not finished - definitions, Chapter 1 Section Reading Guide, Current Events, Etc.

Ancient Origins of the US Constitution -

Lesson 1 & 2 - We The People Book - Do Page 2 - 12 - Complete the following sections - Terms to Know, What Do You Think Sections, the Critical Thinking sections, and the Reviewing the Lesson Questions (Lesson 1 - p. 6 - *you can use your phone to do question 6.) (Lesson 2 - p. 12 - *you can use your phone to do question 6.)

Lesson 3 - We The People Book - Do Page 13 - 18 - Complete the following sections - Terms to Know (p. 13), the 2 What Do You Think (p. 15), the Critical Thinking section (p. 15 - we will talk about this as a class later), What do you think? (p. 18), and the Reviewing the Lesson Questions (p. 18 - *you can use your phone to do question 8)

Types of Government - World's Smallest Political Quiz and Government Terms and Definitions

Might be helpful - WIKIPEDIA - Forms / Types of Government with their definitions.

Brand new students, or those that DID NOT the chapter work last mini-term - Complete Chapter Guided Review Worksheet for Chapter 1 Section 1

Chapter 1 Section 2 Those of you that have finished, I will be giving it back to you so we can discuss some of that as a class. If you got partial points, you may want to fix or finished what you missed so you can get full points this mini-term.

***With any extra time, please work on your two current events - papers are in the classroom, or the internet - Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

5 October 2017 - Thursday

Daily Journal - On This Date In History . . . 5 October 1947 - The First Presidential Speech on TV

Write down the following questions and then read the link below to find the answer.

1. Who was the first US president to give a speech on TV?

2. What did the presidential speech about?

3. How has the TV media treated the president? Examples historic and modern?

4. What do you think has been the impact of TV media on politics in America? Positive and negative examples.

Share your journal with your neighbor.

Click here to read and answer the questions - http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/dalai-lama-wins-peace-prize/print

Today you will be learning about how the ancient civilizations of Rome and Greece and others influenced our US Constitution.

Lesson 3 - We The People Book - Do Page 13 - 18 - Complete the following sections - Terms to Know (p. 13), the 2 What Do You Think (p. 15), the Critical Thinking section (p. 15 - we will talk about this as a class later), What do you think? (p. 18), and the Reviewing the Lesson Questions (p. 18 - *you can use your phone to do question 8)

***With any extra time, please work on your two current events - papers are in the classroom, or the internet - Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

4 October 2017 - Wednesday

Daily Journal - On This Date In History . . . 4 October 1957 - Sputnik Launched

Write down the following questions and then read the link below to find the answer.

1. What was Sputnik?

2. What was the reaction of America?

3. What were the other "first" the Soviet Union achieved before the US finally caught up in the Space Race?

4. What do you think helped the US get ahead of the Soviets and land the first man on the Moon?

Share your journal with your neighbor.

Click here to read and answer the questions - http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/sputnik-launched/print

Ancient Origins of the US Constitution -

Today we are going to start learning about the ancient origins of the US Constitution, by looking at a few video clips and then working on some lessons out of the We the People Textbook.

Click on this link to get the video clips and the few questions for students to answer in their journals - Ancient Origins of the US Constitution - A Crash Course.

If you have time at the end of the period, you can start tomorrow's assignment -

Lesson 3 - We The People Book - Do Page 13 - 18 - Complete the following sections - Terms to Know (p. 13), the 2 What Do You Think (p. 15), the Critical Thinking section (p. 15 - we will talk about this as a class later), What do you think? (p. 18), and the Reviewing the Lesson Questions (p. 18 - *you can use your phone to do question 8)

***With any extra time, please work on your two current events - papers are in the classroom, or the internet - Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

3 October 2017 - Tuesday

Daily Journal - Caption the Cartoon . . . (Analyze the cartoon in your head - no questions - and then come up with an appropriate caption for this cartoon. Share your journal with your neighbor. Background - Women just recently were given the right to have a driver's license and drive in Saudi Arabia.

We are signed up for the lab - The class will be going into the lab today to work on your government definitions - they can also be found in the American Government Textbook - many of them have the page number where they are found.

***For each term, make sure your DEFINE the type of government, and ALSO GIVE AN HISTORIC OR CURRENT EXAMPLE of that type of government in the world.

Types of Government - World's Smallest Political Quiz and Government Terms and Definitions

Might be helpful - WIKIPEDIA - Forms / Types of Government with their definitions.

Brand new students, or those that DID NOT the chapter work last mini-term - Complete Chapter Guided Review Worksheet for Chapter 1 Section 1

Chapter 1 Section 2 Those of you that have finished, I will be giving it back to you so we can discuss some of that as a class. If you got partial points, you may want to fix or finished what you missed so you can get full points this mini-term.

***With any extra time, please work on your two current events - papers are in the classroom, or the internet - Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

2 October 2017 - Monday

Daily Journal - Analyze the following cartoon (The 8 questions on the wall).

In your journal, write what you know about ANARCHY (no government) and what you know about STATIST governments like communism and fascism (Total Government Control). These two governments are polar opposites. You may have seen "anarchist" among your friends with their anarchy t-shirt, but what real anarchist believe may surprise you. People like John Locke discussed what life was like before civilization and government - they referred to this time as the "State of Nature". These political philosophers argued over the best balance between no government and total anarchy - lot's of freedom, but little to no insurance of safety or security - and a totalitarian statist government with supposed "security" but little to no freedoms.

Find out what these philosophers thought about this debate by doing lesson 1 & 2 in the We the People Textbook.

Lesson 1 & 2 - We The People Book - Do Page 2 - 12 - Complete the following sections - Terms to Know, What Do You Think Sections, the Critical Thinking sections, and the Reviewing the Lesson Questions (Lesson 1 - p. 6 - *you can use your phone to do question 6.) (Lesson 2 - p. 12 - *you can use your phone to do question 6.)

When you are done answer the following question in your journal - So. . . what is the proper balance between anarchy or no government total freedom and too much government Totalitarian Statism? Explain your answer.

***With any extra time, please work on your two current events - papers are in the classroom, or the internet - Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

29 September 2017

Vision Assignment 1 & 2 Continued -

In your Daily Journal -

After hearing the story of St. George's Anglican Round Church - What does it mean to "plant acorns"? Write what you believe is the lesson or moral of the story?

Please write the following quotes and explain what they mean and how they apply to you in your life.

"Deeds, not stones, are the true monuments of the great." - John L. Motley

"The loftier the building, the deeper must the foundation be laid." - Thomas Kempis

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

28 September 2017

In your Daily Journal -

After hearing the story of St. George's Anglican Round Church - What does it mean to "plant acorns"? Write what you believe is the lesson or moral of the story?

Please write the following quotes and explain what they mean and how they apply to you in your life.

"Deeds, not stones, are the true monuments of the great." - John L. Motley

"The loftier the building, the deeper must the foundation be laid." - Thomas Kempis

Vision Assignment 1 or 2 -

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

We completed this mini-term's Vision Assignment - New students do Assignment #1 and returning students do the evaluation in Assignment #2. Assignment 1 and 2

27 September 2017

26 September 2017

Welcome to Mini-Term 2 - 25 September 2017

Substitute - 1 September 2017

US Government and Citizenship – Periods 1, 2, and 5

1. Do – On this date in history Daily Journal

· Have students read excerpt at - http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/king-george-refuses-olive-branch-petition

· Then answer the questions on the board.

2. Complete Vision Assignment 1(do not do Assignment 2) on 5 x 7 cards - assignment at - Vission Assignment 1

3. Complete Chapter Guided Review Worksheet for Chapter 1 Section 1

Chapter 1 Section 2

4. We will do something with the pyramid on Tuesday.

5. Find current events with time left over.

6. Turn in daily journals for grading! (please gather these by period)

7. Hand in all work.

"I have a dream . . . With this faith we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope."MLK Jr. ( 28 August 1963)

28 August 2017 - "I have a dream. . ." MLK

Today we took a moment and learned about and listened to Martin Luther King Jr's famous "I have a dream" speech. Today in 1963 is the day that speech was given. We tied that in to a couple topics we will be dealing with over the next few days:

Vision - A dream, goal, or plan for the future - A picture of future success.
Mission Statement - a clear and concise statement about what one is to do - the mission or action steps they need to take - a to-do-list.

With these two concepts in mind, complete the following worksheet which covers the criteria for a good vision and mission and how that relates to MLK and his dream.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dream Worksheet

Video - "I have a dream. . ." MLK - 28 August 1963

ALSO - Get your disclosure done - it is due today! Start bringing your current events.

24 - 25 August 2017

CHAOS DEBATE!

We will eventually start a project - continuing with the idea of - What is government? and What is the role of government? On a piece of paper answer the first four questions, and then crumple it up and send it flying across the room. . . . fifth question on someone else's paper and chuck it . . . etc. etc. . . . .

Question 1 - Do we need government? Why? or Why not?
Question 2 - What is government?
Question 3 - What should the role of government be?
Question 4 - What is the best form of government? Why?
I agree with, but disagree. . . . and from my perspective . . . . (compare and contrast)
Summarize the two statements (summarize)
Create a question that brings something new to the discussion. (question)
Respond to the question and generalize the entire discussion - one "headliner" type statement about the discussion so far. (generalize)
Circle the most important or best comment. (evaluate)

23 August 2017

Current Event - Today we also introduced the “Government Watch Dog” Current Event Assignment. The topic is any current appropriate article that would connect with the topics of the "purpose of government", "roles of Government", and "types of Government". Find articles that answer the questions like - What should government do? or not do? OR What are the different types of government around the world? Find a current article that connects with one of the themes or topics we will cover. You must write-up the article by answering the questions and then report on the article to the class - oral report - just take 2 minutes and tell us about it. The first current event is due before - 9/8/17 - the second is due before 9/21/2017.

Current Event - US Government & Citizenship - "Government Watch Dog Assignment"

22 August 2017 - WELCOME BACK! Mini-Term 1 - DAY 1

US Government & Citizenship: Handouts from today -

QR Code - US Government and Citizenship Disclosure

US Government & Citizenship Online Signed Disclosure Statement Form

Disclosure Statement Form - United States Government & Citizenship found at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9H6IFFAo1w7M2TmFrsoczjFVXZIl_Hb-awN2DVbFl0nZegg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Open the link - click on the disclosure link - read it - answer the questions in the google form - hit submit. Enjoy!

Class Flyer Am Gov

My Connect QR AG DOC

Bring a spiral notebook or composition notebook to use in this class for assignments and daily journals.