FIRST DAY!

Bell Ringer: in 3 sentences or less, write a definition for : "What is Civics?" (5 points)

LEARNING GOALS:

• students will learn class rules, goals, and expectations
• daily check list: ID badge (worn), planner, textbook, 3-ring binder, black or blue pen                (5 points possible everyday)
• students will learn how citizenship is gained by birth and by naturalization.

ASSIGNMENT:

READ Civics Chapter 1, pages 5-19 & be prepared to (1) compare/contrast a citizen by birth with those who become citizens by naturalization, and (2) analyze why some rights are denied to naturalized citizens

Points Of Emphasis for Chapter 1:

• immigration
• naturalization
• principles of democracy

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July 15, 2011

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This is the online site for my 2011-12 7^th Grade Social Studies classes. Here you will find class notes, homework assignments, project descriptions, “heads up” warnings for upcoming quizzes and tests, and more.

I hope that students and parents alike will use this site to maximize the opportunity for success in Social Studies.