OVERVIEW
This year- long class will be held on Thursdays from 10:05-11:05.
This course introduces students to American Government. Students will engage with the theoretical origins of U.S. government and politics while examining their practical application throughout history.
You can expect your student to dive deep into the foundational principles of our government. We will also be exploring current events and hot topics. This course is taught from a Christian worldview perspective; we will be discussing topics such as immigration, abortion, the death penalty, and more, from a conservative purview. My job is not to sway your student's thinking one way or the other; I aim to facilitate discussion, present facts and explore opinions from all sides. All of us see the world from a specific paradigm; respectful discussion from differing perspectives is expected.
Homework Expectations- there will be required reading each week. This will facilitate our discussions in class. A book report on our Born Again text will be due towards the end of the first semester. Homework questions may be assigned if topics need further explanation or exploring.
CLASSROOM SUPPLIES
A 3-ring binder
College-ruled loose leaf paper or a composition notebook
Writing utensils
REQUIRED CURRICULUM
American Government: Power and Purpose (Seventeenth Edition): Power and Purpose (Please make sure you get the 17th edition and do NOT get the "CORE" edition; it will say CORE on the front cover). Authors: Lowi, Ginsberg, Shepsle, Ansolabehere, Han. ISBN: 978-1324039570. You can find copies on various websites. Used is completely acceptable and encouraged.
Born Again by Chuck Colson. ISBN: 9780800794590
PAYMENT METHODS & SCHEDULES
All class tuition payments are paid directly to Ethos Academy through the Learning Management System upon registration. Parents will enroll in classes and set up their chosen payment method (either pay in full or monthly) via Bank ACH. The material fee is collected immediately upfront upon class registration. The material fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Material fee: $10 for the year. We will have occasional handouts; this covers my printing and copying costs.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Sarah Majeske