Avonda Hendricks

In GOVERNMENT this week, we'll finish up the CONSTITUTIONAL UNDERPINNINGS of our political system.

Our TEST on Tuesday will be open-note and you have been provided with a topical study guide to guide your note-taking. Remember - class notes will NOT be sufficient. You must prepare notes for yourself from the text using the study guide if you want to do really well on the test.

By FRIDAY of this week you should have read ALL of Chp.3, and over the Thanksgiving holidays you should read ALL of Chp.4. Of course, if you don't want to do that reading over the holidays, you might want to double-up and read it THIS WEEK. On the first day back from our break, you'll be quizzed on the main terms and topics of Chps.3 and 4.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT (DUE FRI., NOV.21st)
USE TEXTBOOK CHP.3 (AND THE CONSTITUTION ITSELF AT THE BACK OF THE BOOK) TO:
(A)WRITE A BRIEF 3-4 SENTENCE DESCRIPTION OF EACH OF THE SEVEN ARTICLES OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
(B)WRITE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF EACH OF THE 27 FORMAL AMENDMENTS TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION

(Ga. GPS Standards SSCG 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 19)

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This Week’s Agenda
Mon.-Tues. 11/10-11/11
Discussion: the Declaration of Independence
Video: HBO’s “John Adams”,
Episode 2: “Independence”
HOMEWORK: REVIEW CHPS.1-2 AND ALL NOTES
-Use the study guide for next week's test as a note-taking guide as you study the text material

Wed., 11/12
Discussion: the Articles of Confederation and the Constitutional Convention
HOMEWORK: STUDY CHP.3 AND ALL NOTES
-Use the study guide for next week's test as a note-taking guide as you study the text material

Thurs.-Fri., 11/13-11/14 and weekend, 11/15-11/16
Discussion: the U.S. Constitution
Video: “A More Perfect Union”
HOMEWORK: Use the study guide for next weeks test as a note-taking guide as you study the text material

This week's activities satisfy Ga. GPS Social Studies standards SSCG2,3,4, and 5.

Open-Note Test on Chps. 1 – 4, Mon. 11/17 or Tuesday 11/18

A topical study guide will be provided early this week.

It is your responsibility to make sure that you have adequate notes.

NOTE: You will need to study and take notes on Chp.4 on your own. We will not be covering it in class. Use the topical study guide to direct your note-taking on this and the other chapters.

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In GOVERNMENT this week, we'll be continuing our discussion of the nature of government and the constitutional underpinnings of American government.

Continue reading "Week of 11/3/08" »

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Assigned Readings

Monday October 27 -- Textbook pages 5-17; Review class notes – (possible quiz on Tuesday)

Tuesday October 28 -- Textbook pages 18-30; Review class notes – (possible quiz on Wednesday)

Wednesday October 29 --Textbook pages 35-40; Review class notes – (possible quiz on Thursday)

Thursday October 30 -- Textbook pages 42-52; Review class notes – (possible quiz on Friday)

Friday – October 31 -- Textbook pages 53-58; Review class notes – (possible quiz on Monday)

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Don't forget to access the website given out in class. It will help you as you study for your final exam. Remember the final counts 15% and the Supreme Court project counts 10%.

In closing, I must say that this has been a wonderful semester. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with such a fine group of young people. You may be leaving Harrison, but you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers! Congratulations and best wishes in your future endeavors!

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www.gov.glencoe.com

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In GOVERNMENT this week, we'll be discussing both CONGRESS (Mon.-Wed.) and THE PRESIDENCY (Thurs. - Fri., and Mon. of next week).

HOMEWORK
Mon-Wed Study Chps.5-7, review classnotes, read study notes below, see Final Exam review material discussed in class
Thurs-Sun Study Chps.8-10, review classnotes, read study notes below, see Final Exam review material discussed in class

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In Government, on Monday we'll be finishing up our discussion of elections with a close-up look at how we elect our presidents. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we'll focus on the Media and its influence on our politics. On Thursday, we'll have our TEST on voting, elections, and the media, and we'll move on to Congress on Friday.

Please refer to Mr. Lynn's BLOG for additional information.

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This week in GOVERNMENT...
On Monday, we'll conclude our discussion of the U.S. Constitution.
Tuesday - Quiz on the Constitutional Convention and the Constitution - Also begin discussion of Elections/Voting
Wednesday - Conclude discussion of Elections and Voting
Thursday/Friday - Discuss the Media's impact on our politics and government

Next Monday (4/28) - Quiz on Elections, Voting, and the Media

HOMEWORK this week
-Review all classnotes
-Study textbook chps. on Elections, Voting, and the Media

See Mr. Lynn's BLOG for SUPPLEMENTARY STUDY NOTES. THEY DO NOT REPLACE NOTES TAKEN IN CLASS! THEY ARE IN ADDITION TO THEM.

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Please refer to Mr. Lynn's Blog.

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This week in Government, we will discuss our English political heritage (Magna Carta, the Petition of Right, the English Bill of Rights) and the Declaration of Independence.

Homework this week:
Mon. 3/24 Study Chp.2, Sects. 1-2
Tues. 3/25 Study Chp.2, Sects. 3-4
Wed. 3/26 Study Chp.3, Sect.1
Thurs. 3/27 Study Chp.3, Sect.2
Fri.-Sun. 3/28-3/30 Study Chp.3, Section 3

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In Government, this week, we will continue to introduce the course. We will discuss basic principles of government in general, and then focus more precisely on the Declaration of Independence.

We will have our first test, on Chp. 1 and the Declaration of Independence, on Monday, March 24th.

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What a wonderful semester! That is because I had you, Harrison's finest, as my students. Best of luck to those entering college in January. For those of you returning to Harrison for one more semester, enjoy your last few months of high school. May will be here WAY too soon. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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This week, we will be preparing for our finals on Thursday and Friday.

Monday--Notebook Check and work on group lessons.
Tuesday--Groups present review lessons
Wednesday--Teacher-led Review and film
Thursday--2nd and 3rd period finals
Friday--5th period finals

Have a wonderful week and GOOD LUCK ON ALL OF YOUR FINALS!!!
Have a fantastic break!

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This week is going to wrap up our units on the three branches of government. Remember, your projects are due on Thursday. Mrs. Hale has posted several times before and after school this week for additional help, research, or computer needs: Monday p.m., Tuesday a.m. (7:40-8:20) and Wednesday (3:30-4:15). I will be available as well on Wednesday morning at 7:45 a.m. in room 814. If you need more help outside of these times, please let us know. Also, if you need another instruction sheet, I have placed them in the desk at the front of the room.

Monday: Finishing the 1st Amendment Freedoms (Chapter 13)
Tuesday: Civil Rights, Chapter 14 Sections 3-5
Wednesday: Civil Rights continued
Thursday: PROJECTS DUE and to be shared with the class
Friday: JUDICIAL BRANCH TEST

I hope you all have a wonderful week. You're almost there!!!

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We are getting close to the end of the semester and one more unit to complete! I also want to update you on Mr. Lynn. He had his surgery last Tuesday and spent the rest of last week recovering in the hospital. His excellent doctors and nurses took great care of him and got him up walking very quickly. Immediately, he had more energy than he has had in a long time. He was released on Saturday and will continue his recovery at home.

This week:
Monday 12/3--We will be discussing the Powers of the Presidency in action. Look at Chapter 9 Section 1. The students also received a study guide for their TEST TOMORROW. If you were absent today, the study guide can be found at the end of this blog. Be prepared to take your test tomorrow upon your return.

Tuesday 12/4--EXECUTIVE BRANCH TEST

Wednesday 12/5--We will begin our final unit on the Judicial Branch. We will be discussing information found in Chapter 11 Sections 1-3 (Judicial Organization).

Thursday 12/6--We will be discussing Chapter 15 Sections 1-3 (History of Law and the Courts)

Friday 12/7--We will discuss the Supreme Court and the Freedoms found in Chapter 11 Section 3, Chapter 12 Sections 1 and 2, and Chapter 13 Sections 1-5. The students will receive a Supreme Court Brief Project that will be due Thursday 12/13.

Have a wonderful week!

Executive Branch Test Study Guide: Chapters 8-10
***Study your notes and handouts. I reserve the right to ask about anything we have covered!***

* major function of the Executive Branch
* Which article of the Constitution addresses the Executive Branch?
* formal requirements of the President
* informal characteristics of presidents
* 22nd Amendment
* 25th Amendment
* order of succession
* 12th Amendment
* roles of the President
* powers of the President
* how a President is elected (Electoral College system)
* how many electors in the Electoral College and how that number is determined
* criticism of the Electoral College
* election of 1800
* how the federal bureaucracy works
* 15 executive departments (like the quiz we took)
* function of the Cabinet
* function of the independent agencies
* NASA is an example of a(n) _________
* foreign policy
* domestic policy

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Week of 11/26 to 11/30
We are on the home stretch to the end of the semester! I hope you all had a wonderful and restful Thanksgiving Break!

This week, we will be talking about the Executive Branch. This unit lasts 6 days and our test will be next Tuesday! If you will be absent at any time this week, please see me or Mrs. Hale to get caught up as quickly as possible. Be sure to check the orange make-up work folder to get your notes and handouts that you may have missed. Also, make sure you are reviewing the topics we cover in class nightly. We are really picking up the pace through the rest of the semester!

Monday: Chapter 8 Section 1 and Chapter 9 Section 2 will be covered. For homework, finish your Roles of the President questions. This will be collected.

Tuesday: Chapter 8 Section 2 will be covered.

Wednesday: Chapter 8 Sections 3-4 and Chapter 10 Section 1 will be covered.

Thursday: Chapter 9 Section 3 will be covered.

Friday: Chapter 9 Section 1 will be covered.

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REMINDER: Be sure to look over your notes, the study guide, and chapters 5, 6 & 7 as you prepare for the test on Monday. Access the site I mentioned in my previous entry for practice quizzes and chapter overviews. If you were not present and did not receive a study guide, Mrs. Hale has posted a copy on Mr. Lynn's Blog.

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You may find accessing the following site helpful as you prepare for your test on Monday, November 19th.

http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078600537/student_view0/unit2/

I'd suggest that you attempt the self-check quizzes and read over the chapter overviews.

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IMPORTANT: Test scheduled for November 19th will cover Congress.
CHECK BLOG DAILY AS HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS MAY BE ADDED ON A DAILY BASIS.

Monday -- Chapter 5 -- Section 1 -- Congress -- Introduction and Organization
Complete the handout of questions for homework.

Tuesday -- Chapter 5 -- Sections 2-3
House of Reps/Senate
(History, Role, People)

Wednesday -- Chapter 5 -- Sections 4-5
Congress Committees

Thursday -- Chapter 7 -- Sections 1-2
How a Bill Becomes a Law

Friday -- Chapter 6 -- Sections 1-3
Powers

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IMPORTANT: Test scheduled for November 19th will cover Congress.
CHECK BLOG DAILY AS HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS MAY BE ADDED ON A DAILY BASIS.

Monday -- Chapter 5 -- Section 1 -- Congress -- Introduction and Organization
Complete the handout of questions for homework.

Tuesday -- Chapter 5 -- Sections 2-3
House of Reps/Senate
(History, Role, People)

Wednesday -- Chapter 5 -- Sections 4-5
Congress Committees

Thursday -- Chapter 7 -- Sections 1-2
How a Bill Becomes a Law

Friday -- Chapter 6 -- Sections 1-3
Powers

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Don't forget the drop-in that is scheduled for Mr. Lynn on November 16th between 7:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. Your presence will mean a great deal to him as he continues to recover from his car accident and prepares for his upcoming surgery.

At the same time, we'd like to welcome Mrs. Hale to our class. She's very excited about joining our class, and we're looking forward to having her with us the remainder of the semester.

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Review all notes and chapters 1, 2, and 3. You will have a test tomorrow. Remember to access the textbook companion website I mentioned in my Blog last week. You will find chapter summaries and practice tests that will assist you as you prepare for tomorrow's test.

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We have a short week this week, but it is power-packed! This week, Wed.-Fri., in class, we will be discussing the U.S. Constitution . We will also see a film called "A More Perfect Union," commissioned by the U.S. government to tell the story of the Constitutional Convention.

HOMEWORK this week - Study textbook chps. on the Constitutional Convention, the Constitution, and the Legislative Branch (Congress).

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http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078600537/student_view0/unit1/chapter1/chapter_overviews.html

http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078600537/student_view0/unit1/chapter2/chapter_overviews.html

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This week in Government we will cover the founding documents of our nation - The Declaration of Independence, The Articles of Confederation, and The Constitution of the United States. It is safe to say that, over the next 5-10 schooldays, you will gain an understanding of what it means to be an American that you can carry with you through life.

HOMEWORK
Mon. 10/29 - Wed. 10/31 Study Chp. 2 and review classnotes. Complete review questions you started in class.
Thurs. 11/1 - Sun. 11/4 Study Chp.3 and review classnotes.

REMEMBER: I am available to help you before school if you find that you need assistance. All I ask is that you let me know ahead of time as I do have meetings that I am required to attend from time to time.

Refer to Mr. Lynn's Blog for additional information.

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