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Civics
and Government
Purpose:
The major goal of civics and government education is to enable students
to become responsible citizens who are committed to preserving and enhancing
American constitutional democracy. Central to this objective is the development
of students' knowledge relative to the purpose, structure, and functions
of government at all levels as well as an understanding of the political
process and the role of law. Equally important is the development of the
skills and motivation necessary to apply their knowledge through civic
participation.
Curriculum
Standard # 1: Students
will demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of government and how
government is established and organized.
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Role of
the Government
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Rules
and Laws
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Systems
of Government
Curriculum
Standard # 2: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the
fundamental ideals and principles of American democracy; the major provisions
of the United States and New Hampshire Constitutions; and the organization
and operation of government at all levels including the legislative, executive,
and judicial branches.
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Documents
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Ideals
and Principles
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Contributions
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Division
and Separation of Powers
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Organization
and Operation of Government
Curriculum
Standard # 3: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the
relationship of the United States to other nations and the role of the
United States in world affairs.
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World
Affairs
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Comparative
Governments
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International
Relations
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International
Political Organizations
Curriculum
Standard # 4: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the
meaning, rights, and responsibilities of citizenship as well as the ability
to apply their knowledge of the ideals, principles, organization, and operation
of American government through the political process and citizen involvement.
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Citizenship
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Role of
People in Government
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Rights
and Responsibilities
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Disagreements,
Conflict, and Compromise
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