• Class Info & Important Websites
    * 2021-2022 Course Syllabus: Syllabus 2021-2022.doc
    * iCivics:  https://icivics.org/
    * Annenberg Classroom: https://www.annenbergclassroom.org/ 
    * The Babylon Bee: https://babylonbee.com/
    * CNN 10:  https://www.cnn.com/cnn10
    * Real Clear Politics: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/ 
    * Saturday Night Live (SNL):  https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live





    Day 1: Monday, November 1st 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + Real Time with Bill Maher (8:07 Minutes) "New Rule: Words Matter": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cx7VnKMZew4
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Think the Vote
       + Look at the Week Ahead 
    * Culture War Poster Board Prep
       + Silent Debate
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes Packet: Chapter 3 Federalism Note Packet.doc
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Are Voting Rights Sufficiently Protected in the United States":  https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/are-voting-rights-sufficiently-protected-in-the-united-states/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Culture War Poster Board Project




    Day 2: Tuesday, November 2nd 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + Real Time with Bill Maher Panel Discussion on Pandemic and "Hero Masculinity":
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Silent Debate (continue)
    * County Commissioners Prep
       + Democratic Principles Handout
       + Guest Speakers Prep Worksheet: MaCo and Questions
       + iCivics Counties Work
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * County Commissioners Prep




    Day 3: Wednesday, November 3rd 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + ABC's "This Week's Powerhouse Roundtable": https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + West Wing Wednesday
    * County Commissioners in Class 
      + Guest Speakers Worksheet: County Commissioners Guest Speaker Presentation Worksheet 2021.docx
      + ALTERNATIVE ASSIGNMENT:iCivics.org "Counties Work": https://icivics.org/games/counties-work  
            - Print certificate at end of game (If you can't print, write down time played and get adult signature or screen shot)
            - Must Have 30+ minutes of Play time: Play Twice if necessary  

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Guest Speakers Worksheet




    Day 4: Thursday, November 4th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + JP Sears “Being a Social Justice Warrior”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBdnyrzq96s
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + County Commissioners Presentation Review/Guest Speakers Worksheet DUE
       + Think the Vote Discussion/DUE
    * Culture War Poster Silent Debate/Peer Evaluation 
       + Self Evaluation DUE on Monday
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes Packet: Chapter 3 Federalism Note Packet.doc
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Peer/Self Evaluation




    SUNDAY October 24th: Civic Enrichment/Extra Credit Video @ 2:15: "Frost Nixon"
         + IMDB:  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0870111/
         + Parental Release Sheet:  Frist-Nixon All Classes.docx





    Day 5: Monday, November 8th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Saturday Night Live (SNL):  https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Self Evaluation DUE
       + Think the Vote
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + Key Learning Objectivies and Key Take Aways (pg. 49) 
       + THEN and NOW (pg. 50)
       + 3-1: "Why Federalism Matter" (pgs. 50-53)
    * Case Study on Federalism and the Constitution: Kelo v. New London 
       + Kelo v. New London (pg. 377) Eminent Domain  Book Case Study Worksheet : Kelo v New London.pdf
           1. Best Reason(s) to Support Kelo (list the reason and describe why YOU found it significant)
           2. Best Reason(s) to Support the City of New London (list the reason and describe why YOU found it significant)
           3. If I was a justice I would side with...for these reasons...(3-5 Sentences Citing reasons on pg. 377 and referencing the Constitution and Constitutional Principles)
       + Oyez.org: https://www.oyez.org/cases/2004/04-108
           4. What did the Supreme Court Decide? Do you agree/Diagree with the Decision? Explain
       + Izzit Video (16:18): https://www.izzit.org/products/detail.php?video=eminent_domain
           5. Video Notes 
           6.  Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You? (List AND Explain in 2+ Sentences and using the word "because" in your response)   
       + Stossel in the Classroom (4:20 Minues) "Little Pink House": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXk2nNmtqXE
           7. Notes
           8.  Either of the following: What Interested You? OR What Disturbed You? (List AND Explain in 2+ Sentences and using the word "because" in your response)    
        + George Will Op-Ed on Chop "A Costly Lesson Due": https://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODN/PhiladelphiaInquirer/shared/ShowArticle.aspx?doc=PHQP%2F2020%2F11%2F16&entity=Ar00900&sk=EB622152&mode=text
           9. How does this article relate to the Kelo Case? Explain. 
           10. Final Thought on the Court Case/Eminent Domain Use 
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Are Labor Unions Beneficial to American Society?": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/are-labor-unions-beneficial-to-american-society/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    Kelo v. New London Case Study




    Day 47: Tuesday, November 9th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Ricky Gervais Roasts Hollywood Celebs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vuT8ki9yM4
      +  Saturday Night Live (SNL)"Let's Go Brandon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3PRfAI-yK4
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-1: "The Founding" (pgs. 53-56)
       + Article III; Marbury and Judicial Review
    * Case Study on Article I Section 8's Elastic Clause and Article VI's Supremacy Clause: McCulloch v. Maryland
       + pg. 80 Case Study Handout (Foundations Text) #1-9 and Essential Question: McCulloch v Maryland.pdf
       + McCulloch v Maryland Worksheet #1-3: McCulloch v Maryland Focus on Freedom Worksheet.pdf
       + Annenberg Video "The Supremacy Clause: McCulloch v. Maryland" (24 Minutes): https://www.annenbergclassroom.org/resource/supremacy-clause-mcculloch-v-maryland/
           1. Video Notes
           2. Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You? (List AND Explain in 2+ Sentences and using the word "because" in your response)         
           3. Apllying Precedent: How does this case relate to conflicting laws between state and the federal government regarding: a) marijuana and b) Covid Vaccine Mandate
    EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION: Legacy of John Marshall's Legacy: Chief Justice John Marshall and His Legacy .pdf
       1. Print and highlight or underline
       2. Answer #'s 1-4
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    McCulloch v. Maryland Case Study




    Day 48: Wednesday, November 10th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Critical Race Theory Targeted in Virginia Gov. Race | The View(6:35 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hdx4JsDIsWs
      + Democracy in America Clip: Federalism v. United States Video
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-1: "Dual to Cooperative Federalism" (pgs. 56-58)
    * Case Study on Article I Section 8's Commerce Clause: United States v. Lopez
       + Precedents: From Freedom of Contract to Wickard, Morrison, Gonzalez v. Raich
       + Landmark Cases Packet: United States v Lopez Case Study Packet.pdf
           a) Read and Highlight or Underline Packet
           b) Answer Packet Questions #1-8
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    United States v. Lopez Case Study




    Day 49: Thursday, November 11th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + "60 Minutes" Episonde on New Missouri Gun Law: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/missouri-gun-law-second-amendment-preservation-act-60-minutes-2021-11-07/
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + From Fox News - Vermont first state to require access to condoms in all secondary schools: reports: https://www.foxnews.com/health/vermont-first-state-require-access-condoms-secondary-schools
       + BRI Homework Help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vBTE9MrK0Q
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-1: "Dual to Cooperative Federalism" (pgs. 56-58)
    * Case Study on Article I Section 8's Commerce and Taxing Clause: Obamacare
       + Landmark Cases Worksheet/Packet: Obamacare Case Study.pdf
          1. Obamacare Book Assignment/Court Case on pg. 213
              a) Read and Highlight or Underline Court Case
              b) Exploring the Essential Question (Majority AND Minority Opinion @ Sentences Each)
          2. Bill of Rights in Action Packet
              a) Read and Highlight or Underline Packet
              b) For Discussion Questions on "pg. 8" #1-3
              c) Activity Case Study on "pg. 8"Cases 1-2
    EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION:  Think the Vote: "Should the U.S. Government do More to Provided Health Insurance for Americans": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/should-the-u-s-government-do-more-to-provide-health-insurance-for-americans/
    *EXTRA EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION: "HISTORY This Week: The Last Battle of the First World War" (29 Minutes) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/history-this-week/id1493453604?i=1000541092440
            + Podcast Notes, Summary, and Relation to Assignment    
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Obamacare Case Study 




    Day 50: Monday, November 15th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + ABC's This Week
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-2: "Government Structure" (pgs. 59-62)
    * Case Study on the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause and the Tenth Amendment
       + Reserved Powers and State Constitutions (Montana's Beautiful one)
           - Barron v. Baltimore
       + Incorpration and Nationalization 
           - Language of the Fourteenth Amendment
           - Intent, James Madison's State Gov Fear, and the Second Foundinig
           - Selective Incorporation and Gitlow
           - BRI Homework Help Video on Incorporation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vT_HdOY-Cw&feature=youtu.be
           - Second Amendment Case Before SCOTUS
    * Sydney Spies Senior Picture Case: Sydney Spies Senior Picture Court Case 2020-2021.docx 
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Do Americans Have a Right to Bear Arms in Public": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/do-americans-have-a-right-to-bear-arms-in-public/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: 
    Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    *Sydney Spies Senior Picture Case Study
     
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-4: "A Devolution Revolution?" (pgs. 68)-71
    * Rise of the Tea Party v. Rise of Progressivism:



    Day 51: Tuesday November 16th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + SNL Weekend Update
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Democracy in America Clip: Federalism v. United States Video
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-2: "Government Structure" (pgs. 59-62)
    * Case Study on the Fourteenth Amendment's Equal ProtectionClause and the Tenth Amendment
       + Police Powers and Vaccines: Jacobsen v. Massachusetts
       + Police Powers and Blue Laws: Lawrence v. Texas
       + Police Powers and Blue Laws: Roe v. Wade
       + Marriage: From Loving to Obergefell
    * Equality Act and Abortion (Close Up Packet/NCC Podcast) 
                   - Student ID: 2347603
                   - Password: Xz9kkP5z
        + Equality Act : https://www.closeup.org/current-issues-resources-teacher/civil-rights-individual-liberties/the-equality-act/
           1. Watch and Take Notes
           2. If you were a Congressperson, how would you vote on the Equality Act? Explain. 
        + Close Up: https://www.closeup.org/texas-s-b-8-and-the-future-of-reproductive-rights/
           3. Notes from Website
           4. Click "LEARN MORE about Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey" and take notes
           5. Click "LEARN MORE about Elected Officials’ Views on Reproductive Rights"
                   a) Chose EACH of the Elected Official Proponents and summarize his/her View
                   b) Chose EACH of the Elected Official Opponent and summarize his/her View
           6. Respond to the 4 Questions
        + Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Case: You Be The Judge: Stems from a challenge to a 2018 Mississippi law that bans all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. If the Mississippi law is upheld, it will allow other states to pass similar laws.
            While this would not completely overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade (1973) decision, it would reduce the window in which women could seek to terminate a pregnancy from 24 weeks to 15 weeks. Oral arguments for this case take place on December 1.
           7. If You were a Justice, how would you decide the case? 
    EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION: Listen to NCC  We The People Pocast "Supreme Court Hears Texas Abortion Case": https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vUFA2MjY4NzY1MDQz/episode/MDYzMmIwYWMtM2RkMC0xMWVjLWE2MTAtZjdkZTg3ZjFhODJj?hl=en&ved=2ahUKEwiRzaSG14n0AhUVK80KHSAkBpEQieUEegQIAhAF&ep=6
           1. Podcast Notes     
           2. Summary of Podcast and the most important idea, concept, or principle learned. 
           3. Worth listening to? Discuss in 2+ Sentences    
       
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Equality Act and Abortion (Close Up Packet/NCC Podcast) 




    Day 52: Wednesday, November 17th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Democracy in America Clip: Federalism v. United States Video
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-3: "Federal Money, State Programs" (pgs. 62-68)
    * Case Study on Sixteenth Amendment, the Power of the Purse, and Conditions of Aid: Dole v. South Dakota 
       + BRI Video
       + Worksheet
    * Federalism and the Power of the Purse
       + South Dakota v Dole Worksheet : South Dakota v Dole Handout.pdf
          - Answer Questions: #1-2 AND You Be the Judge
          - BRI Extension: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3MDF_-Pqaw
          - BRI Homework Help (6:22 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=1ROJjabQpO8&t=2s&fbclid=IwAR3wjCCWT5mfzOFPkzeHZHpp0rV8QTTSFzczVtNjuvPn2kgZLtd6TfwVANY
              + Who Won the Case? Why? 
              + How would you explain this case and its implications to your friends?
       + "Federalism and Education" Book Review
          - pg. 100-101: Federalism and Public Education: #1-3 and What Will You Do? on pg. 101   
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Federalism and the Power of the Purse Activity 




    Day 53: Thursday, November 18th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Democracy in America Clip: Federalism v. United States Video
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-3: "Federal Money, State Programs" (pgs. 62-68)
    * Case Study Mandates ADA, NCLB, Common Core to Vaccines 
       + Video
       + Worksheet
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Vaccinations (Close Up Packet) 




    Day 54: Monday, November 22nd 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      +  SNl Weekend UpDate 
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Democracy in America Clip: Federalism v. United States Video
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes
       + 3-4: "A Devolution Revolution?" (pgs. 68)-71
    * Rise of the Tea Party v. Rise of Progressivism: Green New Deal??
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Should Congress Overhaul the Infrastructure of the United States" : https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/should-congress-overhaul-the-infrastructure-of-the-united-states/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 3 Federalism Notes/Test Prep 




    Day 55: Tuesday, November 23rd 2021 
    * Video Clips: 
      +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Federalism Test
    EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION: HISTORY This Week: Thanksgiving Reconsidered Podcast (32 Minutes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/history-this-week/id1493453604?i=1000542690979 
       1. Podcast Notes
       2. Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You? (List AND Explain in 2+ Sentences and using the word "because" in your response)       
       3. Did the Podcast Change the way you View Thanksgiving? Should it still be a national Holiday?     
       4. Did the Podcast Change the way you View the Pilgrims? How should this Holiday be taught?    
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Federalism Test




    Day 56: Wednesday, November 24th 2021-1/2 Day/Noon Release
    * Video Clips: 
       + Adelle on SNL: A Thanksgiving Miracle - SNL
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Test Review
    * Legislative Simulations
    * Ideological Tests
       1. isidewith.com Ideological/Political Preference Quiz: https://www.isidewith.com/elections/2020-presidential-quiz
          A. What were the top 3 presidential candidates the quiz grouped you with and percentages? 
          B. Do you agree/disagree with the placement? Explain
          C. What other groupings did they associate with your results with?  
          D.  Compare/Contrast Your Placement with a Parent/Guardian/Relatve/ETC (Extra Credit for Additional Adults)
       2. Typology Ideology Quiz: https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/quiz/political-typology/
          A. What group did the quiz identify you with? What is the description of that group?
          B. What are 3 of the general characteristics who get placed in that group?
          C. Do you agree/disagree with the placement? Explain
          D.  Compare/Contrast Your Placement with a Parent/Guardian/Relatve/ETC (Extra Credit for Additional Adults)
       3.  Political Compass Quiz: https://www.politicalcompass.org/
          A. Where on the ideological grid where you place? Explain. 
          B. Do you agree/disagree with the placement? Explain
       4. Advocates for Self-Government Quiz: https://www.theadvocates.org/
          A. Where on the ideological grid where you place? 
          B. Associations in your placement with historical person(s)
       5. Do you eat like a Republican or Democrat? Quiz: https://www.thekitchn.com/take-this-quiz-to-find-out-if-you-eat-like-a-democrat-or-a-republican-233778
          A. Where did the quiz place you? 
          B. What do you believe the quiz's placement is based on? 
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Ideological Tests




    THANKSGIVING BREAK: Thursday, November 25th-Sunday, November 28th
    Sunday November 28th: Civic Enrichment/Extra Credit Video @ 2:30: "Atlas Schrugged"
     
     
     
     



    Day 57: Monday, November 29th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + No Stupid Questions: Why Do We Seek Comfort in the Familiar? (NSQ Ep. 30 Replay) : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-stupid-questions/id1510056899?i=1000543262295
           -Play About 16: 45 Minutes in
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Ideological Quiz/Results Discussion/Placement
       + Ideological Quiz/Results  DUE
       + Warning: Book Cover Quiz on Thursday
       + Announcement: Chapter TEST Completion by Tuesday
    * Roundtable/Ideological Survey Discussion Prep 
       1. NCC Podcast "We the People: The Dobbs v. Jackson Case": Listen to 22 Minutes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id83213431?i=1000543072223
           A. Prep Notes/Knowledge That You Will Share
           B. What You Will Want to Learn About From Your Peers
           C. What your Parents Thought about the Issue
           EXTRA CREDIT: List Past 22 Minutes: Take Notes and Record Playtime (The More Playtime the More Extra Credit)
       2. Issue from the UpFronts or Think the Vote You Want to Discuss
           A. Prep Notes/Knowledge That You Will Share
           B. What You Will Want to Learn About From Your Peers
           C. What your Parents Thought about the Issue
       3. Issue from the Chapter (Drinking Age, Universal Health Care, Equality Act, etc.)You Want to Discuss
           A. Prep Notes/Knowledge That You Will Share
           B. What You Will Want to Learn About From Your Peers
           C. What your Parents Thought about the Issue
       4. Issue from the ideological Surveys You Want to Discuss 
           A. Prep Notes/Knowledge That You Will Share
           B. What You Will Want to Learn About From Your Peers
           C. What your Parents Thought about the Issue
       2. Issue from the UpFronts or Think the Vote You Want to Discuss
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Should Congress Overhaul the Infrastructure of the United States" : https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/should-congress-overhaul-the-infrastructure-of-the-united-states/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Rountable Discussion Prep 
     


    Day 58: Tuesday, November 30th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Watch SNL: The Bubble - SNL
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Discussion Reflection
       + Warning: Book Cover Quiz on Thursday
    * UpFront/Think the Vote-Roundtable/Ideological Survey Discussion Prep -Roundtable
       + Small Groups
           5. Notes
           6. Who impressed me with their Preparedness (Small Group)? Who impressed me with their critical thinking, said something that made me think (Small Group)?
           7. Worksheet: Post Deliberation Handout.pdf
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    *  Discussion Reflection




    Day 59: Wednesday, December 1st 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + ABC This Week
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       West Wing Wednesday
       + Discussion Reflection
       + Warning: Book Cover Quiz on Thursday
    * UpFront/Think the Vote-Roundtable/Ideological Survey Discussion Prep -Roundtable
       + Whole Class
           8. Notes
           9. Who impressed me with their Preparedness (Large Group)? Who impressed me with their critical thinking, said something that made me think ( Large Group)?
           10. List and describe the most meaningful idea(s), concept(s), and/or principle(s) learned through this project.
           11. How I would rate my preparedness and ability to think on my feet (weaving questions and information into insightful analysis)
           12. Worksheet: Post Deliberation Handout.pdf
    * Choose Project
       + Legislative Simulations/Mark Up Session?
          - Green New Deal
          - Equality Act
          - Drinking Age 
          - Common Core and a National Curriculum: pg. 72
    OR
       + Federalism PosterBoard Issue And/Or Court Cases
          - Vaccines
          - Common Core and a National Curriculum: pg. 72
          - Marijuana: pg. 71
          -  RFRA 
          - Court Cases
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Discussion Reflection




    Day 60: Thursday, December 2nd 2021
    * Video Clips: 
      + Watch SNL "Election Night": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHG0ezLiVGc&t=2s
      + Human Pogregress: https://www.humanprogress.org/
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Jonathan Haidt Article Review 
       + Reflection Discussion 
       + Book Cover Quiz
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
       + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric
    * Jonathan Haidt Article Review: HAIDT: Monomania Is Illiberal and Stupefying - by Jonathan Haidt - Persuasion: https://www.persuasion.community/p/haidt-monomania-is-illiberal-and
       + Article Review Worksheet: Article Review Sheet.pdf 
           1. Read Sympathetically, underline, emoji, comment while reading
               -Read all the material BEFORE you make your final conclusion; Be Open-Minded and be willing to change your mind.
              -Print Out Article: Read and underline or Highlight (emoji AND comment while reading for Extra Credit)
           2. Summary Box: 
              a-What was the author's thesis?
              b-What Proof did he/she offer?
              c-Info you found Interesting and worthy of sharing
           3. Critique Box: 
              a-Did you agree/disagree with the author's thesis? If so, why? If not, why not?
              c-Did you find this article worth reading? Explain. 
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Jonathan Haidt Article Review  and Project Prep



     




    Day 61: Monday, December 6th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + ABC's "This Week's Powerhouse Roundtable": https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek
       + Education Secretary Duncan and Education Policy (8:59 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRWckacdX5Q
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Jonathan Haidt Article Review DUE 
       + Class Discussion
       + pg. 72 in Text
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
           - Montana OPI: https://opi.mt.gov/
           - Mr. F's Website: https://mt01001320.schoolwires.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=14&DomainID=22&PageID=2707&ModuleInstanceID=3092&ViewID=9d7780dc-000e-458b-ba39-cfc84059b040&IsMoreExpandedView=True
           - US Deptartment of Education: https://www.ed.gov/
           - C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/
           -MPAN:  https://leg.mt.gov/audio-video/
     + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric: National Curriculum Legislative Hearing 2021-2022.docx
    * Chapter 8: Political Participation Notes
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Should Congress Overhaul the Infrastructure of the United States": 
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Prep




    Day 62: Tuesday, December 7th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + JP Sears
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
           - Montana OPI: https://opi.mt.gov/
           - Mr. F's Website: https://mt01001320.schoolwires.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=14&DomainID=22&PageID=2707&ModuleInstanceID=3092&ViewID=9d7780dc-000e-458b-ba39-cfc84059b040&IsMoreExpandedView=True
           - US Deptartment of Education: https://www.ed.gov/
           - C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/
           -MPAN:  https://leg.mt.gov/audio-video/
     + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric: National Curriculum Legislative Hearing 2021-2022.docx
    * Chapter 8: Political Participation Notes
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Prep




    Day 63: Wednesday, December 8th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + Onion National Teachers Day
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
           - Montana OPI: https://opi.mt.gov/
           - Mr. F's Website: https://mt01001320.schoolwires.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=14&DomainID=22&PageID=2707&ModuleInstanceID=3092&ViewID=9d7780dc-000e-458b-ba39-cfc84059b040&IsMoreExpandedView=True
           - US Deptartment of Education: https://www.ed.gov/
           - C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/
           -MPAN:  https://leg.mt.gov/audio-video/
     + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric: National Curriculum Legislative Hearing 2021-2022.docx
    * Chapter 8: Political Participation Notes
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Prep




    Day 64: Thursday, December 9th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + Onion National Teachers Day
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
           - Montana OPI: https://opi.mt.gov/
           - Mr. F's Website: https://mt01001320.schoolwires.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=14&DomainID=22&PageID=2707&ModuleInstanceID=3092&ViewID=9d7780dc-000e-458b-ba39-cfc84059b040&IsMoreExpandedView=True
           - US Deptartment of Education: https://www.ed.gov/
           - C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/
           -MPAN:  https://leg.mt.gov/audio-video/
     + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric: National Curriculum Legislative Hearing 2021-2022.docx
    * Chapter 8: Political Participation Notes
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Prep



    FRIDAY CIVIC EXTENSION MOVIE "Lincoln" @ 10:15 




    Day 61: Monday, December 13th 2021
    * Video Clips: 
       + ABC's "This Week's Powerhouse Roundtable": https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Project Prep: National Curriculum
       + Website Info
           - Montana OPI: https://opi.mt.gov/
           - Mr. F's Website: https://mt01001320.schoolwires.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=14&DomainID=22&PageID=2707&ModuleInstanceID=3092&ViewID=9d7780dc-000e-458b-ba39-cfc84059b040&IsMoreExpandedView=True
           - US Deptartment of Education: https://www.ed.gov/
           - C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/
           -MPAN:  https://leg.mt.gov/audio-video/
      + Simulation Guide and Self Evaluation Rubric: National Curriculum Legislative Hearing 2021-2022.docx
    * Chapter 8: Political Participation Notes
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Should the Supreme Court Strike Down Laws Increasing Restrictions on Abortion?": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/should-the-supreme-court-strike-down-laws-increasing-restrictions-on-abortions/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Prep




    Day 66: Tuesday, December 14th 2021
    * National Curriculum Senate Education Committee Hearing Simulation
       + HS Commons
    * Project Critique and Self-Reflection
       + Project Critique: DUE by Classtime a.m. on Wednesday December 15th 
       + Self-Evaluation DUE by Class Time on Monday December 13th
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project Critique and Self-Reflection




    Day 67: Wednsday, December 15th 2021-NATIONAL BILL OF RIGHTS Day! 
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + We The People | Full Episode | The Bill of Rights feat. Adam Lambert (5:08 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xq4x84xUdpg&t=201s
       + West Wing Wednesday
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Project Self-Reflection DUE 
       + Project Discussion 
    * Play the Following Game on iCivics.org "Do I have a Right" BOR Edition: https://www.icivics.org/games/do-i-have-right :
           - If Absent: Print certificate at end of game (If you can't print, write down time played and get adult signature or screen shot) and Attach Certificate to your Prep Worksheet
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Project  Self-Reflection



    Day 68: Thursday, December 16th 2021 
    *Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
    * Article Review
       + Real Clear Politics: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/    
       + Article Review Worksheet: Article Review Sheet.pdf 
           1. Read Sympathetically, underline, emoji, comment while reading
               -Read all the material BEFORE you make your final conclusion; Be Open-Minded and be willing to change your mind.
              -Print Out Article: Read and underline or Highlight (emoji AND comment while reading for Extra Credit)
           2. Summary Box: 
              a-What was the author's thesis?
              b-What Proof did he/she offer?
              c-Info you found Interesting and worthy of sharing
           3. Critique Box: 
              a-Did you agree/disagree with the author's thesis? If so, why? If not, why not?
              c-Did you find this article worth reading? Explain. 
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Article Review




    FRIDAY CIVIC EXTENSION MOVIE "Thank you for Smoking" @ 10:15 
        + Parental Sign Off Form:Thank you for smoking-All Classes.docx

        + iMdb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0427944/




    Day 69: Monday, December 20th 2021 
    * Video Clips: 
       + FoxNews "Media Buzz": https://www.foxnews.com/shows/media-buzz
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Self-Evaluation DUE 
    * Article Review Discussion
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Does the Leaking of Government Information Pose a Threat to the United States National Security?": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/does-the-leaking-of-government-information-pose-a-threat-to-the-united-states-national-security/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes




    Day 70: Tuesday, December 21st 2021 
    * Video Clips: 
       + SNL Weekend Update
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Graduate Roundatable
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes




    Day 71: Wednesday, December 22nd 2021 
    * Video Clips: 
       + ABC "This Week" PowerHouse Roundatable
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
       West Wing Wednesday
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
    * SEMESTER PROJECT:
       + "1984"
      + Sidney Herald Op-Ed
      + C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
            -"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
      + BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
             - "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
      + JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
             - Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
      + Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
             - "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes/Semester Project Work


     

    WINTER BREAK: Thursday December 23rd-Sunday January 2nd





    Day 72: Monday, January 3rd  2022 
    * Zoom with Winsor School 12:05-12:40
       + Join Zoom Meeting: https://winsor.zoom.us/j/7010809815?pwd=YzEyL0JCck9NdGdjUFlPMVkwbFNnZz09
           - Meeting ID: 701 080 9815
           - Passcode: 642283
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       +
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
       + Review Worksheet: Chapter 11 Interest Groups True False Review 2021-2022.doc
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "?": 
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Review Worksheet




    Day 73: Tuesday, January 4th 2022
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + Chapter 11: Interest Groups Review Worksheet DUE
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes
       + Deliberating in Democracy Video
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups Notes/Semester Project Work




    Day 74: Wednesday, January 5th 2022
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups TEST
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Chapter 11: Interest Groups TEST/Semester Project Work




    Day 75: Thursday, January 6th 2022
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Semester Project Work
       + "1984"
      + Sidney Herald Op-Ed
      + C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
            -"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
      + BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
             - "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
      + JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
             - Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
      + Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
             - "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Semester Project Work




    Friday Video




    Day 76: Monday, January 10th 2022
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * HS Library
       + Conference Room: "1984" Book Club: 1984 Book Club Harkness 2021-2022.docx
       + High School Commons: Semester Project Work
         -C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
              +"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
         -BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
              + "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
         -JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
              + Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
         -Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
              + "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    * Think the Vote Civic Participation: "Is the United States in a New Cold War with China?": https://www.thinkthevote.com/join-the-debate/is-the-united-states-in-a-new-cold-war-with-china/
       + Complete a Bill of Rights Institute Think the Vote Response in 5-10 sentences including the following BRI criteria:
           1. Answer cited facts and constitutional arguments
           2. Answered in cohesive sentences that were free of distracted spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors
           3. Answer addressed counter-arguments and opposing concerns in a respectful manner
           4. Answer was organized in a manner that flowed logically and read clearly
    Write on Microsoft Word or Google and Print copy to be included with a Civic Participation Form: Participation Form.docx

    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Semester Project/Self-Evaluation and Project Work




    Day 77: Tuesday, January 11th 2022
    * Zoom with Winsor School 12:05-12:40
       + Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/92213693776?pwd=Nnl5SDZlZ2hRN04wZjBURHRqQVZhdz09
           - Meeting ID: 922 1369 3776
           - Passcode: Nzfzq9
          1. 2 Questions You plan to Ask/What Are you Hoping to Hear or Learn
          2. Conversation Notes
          3. Qtn Asked/Response Given or Any 2 DICE in 2+ Sentences EACH
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Semester Project Work
      + "1984" Book Club Self-Evaluation 
      + C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
            -"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
      + BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
             - "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
      + JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
             - Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
      + Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
             - "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Semester Project Work




    Day 78: Wednesday, January 12th 2022
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Semester Project Work Presentations
      + "1984" Book Club 
      + C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
            -"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
      + BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
             - "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
      + JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
             - Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
      + Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
             - "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK

    * Semester Project Presentations and Self-Evaluations




    Day 79: Thursday, January 13th 2022- Last Day of Second Quarter/First Semester
    * Video Clips: 
       +
    * Questions, Comments, Concerns, Things for the Good of the Order
       + 
    * Semester Project Work Presentations
       + "1984" Book Club 
      + C-SPAN "Student Cam": http://www.studentcam.org/
            -"How Does the Federal Government Impact your Life?"
      + BRI "We the Students": https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest?utm_source=Master+List+%28NA%29&utm_campaign=f729293376-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_12_13_08_32&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4100f2d13f-f729293376-384174230
             - "How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?"
      + JFK Profiles in Courage: https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
             - Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917
      + Ninth Judicial Circuit Civics Contest: https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest/
             - "What are students’ free speech rights-and responsibilities-on and off campus?"
    * Self-Evaluation/Class Evaluation
       + Self-Evaluation: Semester Project Self-Evaluation Grading Rubric 2021-2022.docx
       + Note Card Evaluation 
    ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
    * Semester Project Presentations and Self-Evaluations







     The Megyn Kell

     The Megyn Kelly Show: Policing Comedy and the Kaepernick Documentary, with Jason Whitlock and Seth Dillon | Ep. 197 (Halfway Through-The CEO of the Babylon Bee on Satire): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-megyn-kelly-show/id1532976305?i=1000540912713