AP U.S. Government & Politics · 2025–2026

In class

Introductions

Course expectations, syllabus review, introduction to AP Government

Kahoot: Introductions and anonymous quiz

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Read syllabus, get textbook

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Review syllabus details

Discuss course expectations and learning objectives

Friday current events presentations

Begin initial exploration of democratic principles

Activity: Group discussion on government’s role in society

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No homework assigned (Camp)

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Assessment: Summer reading comprehension test

After test: Brief introduction to Unit 1 themes

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Read Ch. 1, pp. 6–8, “Why do we have a government?”; prepare for Topic 1.1 activities

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Review democratic ideals from reading/homework

Comparing Locke and Hobbes and influences of founding American documents (Activity)

Extended close reading and analysis

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Read Declaration of Independence and complete homework part of today's Flint AI Activity.

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Continuing Compare Locke and Hobbes, and influences of founding Declaration of Independence and Constitution (Activity).

State of nature theories

Social contract concepts

Influence on founding documents

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Read Federalist 10 and Brutus 1, in preparation for Monday's activity.

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Current Events Presentations: Democratic Ideals in Modern America

Two student presenters with focus on democratic ideals & Enlightenment philosophy today

Class discussion and Federalist No. 10 intro

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Read Federalist 10 and Brutus 1, in preparation for Monday's activity

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Madison on factions, large republic theory

Group activity: Apply to modern groups

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Read Federalist 51 in preparation for Wednesday's activity

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Checks and Balances

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Read Articles of Confederation (provided)

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Structure, weaknesses, why it failed

Parlay: What if states had more power than the federal gov’t?

Comparison Activity: Articles vs. Constitution powers

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Read Ch. 2, pp. 40–49, Constitutional Convention

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Current Events Presentations: Federalism & Government Power Debates

2 student presenters on federal-state power and separation of powers today

Class discussion connects to Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist debate

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Continue Ch. 2 reading

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Great Compromise, Three-Fifths, Electoral College, commerce/slave trade

Role-play states’ interests

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No homework (Rosh Hashanah follows)

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Historical context, ratification

Freedoms and protections

Group activity: Rank amendments

Case study applications

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Read Bill of Rights (Amendments 1–10)

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Mr. Cutler is out today writing college letters. But we can't afford to fall behind! Please watch this video, which, while in-depth, covers a ton of important information, especially about the 14th Amendment and Inclusion and Incooperation regarding the Bill of Rights. Please write down any questions you might have, and we will discuss them in class.

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Prepare for a quiz on Monday.

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Current Events Presentations: Constitutional Principles Today

2 student presenters on separation of powers or Bill of Rights today

Discussion: Constitution as a “living document”

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Read Ch. 3, pp. 88–96

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Parlay & practice mapping principles to real gov’t

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No homework (Yom Kippur follows)

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NO CLASS – Yom Kippur

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Categorize powers, discuss evolution

Federalism scavenger hunt

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Read Ch. 3, pp. 97–122

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Connect cases to modern policy (COVID, disasters, etc.)

FRQ practice and peer review

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Necessary & Proper Clause, impact on federal power

Parlay video, case analysis

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Unit 1 review prep

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Comparative analysis and timeline of Commerce Clause evolution

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Unit 1 Review Day 1: Founding Documents

Jigsaw & gallery walk review

Practice MCQs Topics 1.1–1.5

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Review notes & practice questions

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Unit 1 Review Day 2: Constitutional Principles & Federalism

Review separation of powers, federalism, and cases

FRQ timed practice with peer review

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Final review, focus on weak areas

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Unit 1 Test (day 1)

MCQs + FRQ covering all Unit 1 topics

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Unit 1 Test (day 2)

MCQs + FRQ covering all Unit 1 topics

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Unit 1 Test - Part 1

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Unit 1 Test - Part 2

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Bell Ringer: Define core beliefs and personal values reflection

Core Values Poster Activity: Groups research individualism, equality of opportunity, free enterprise, rule of law, limited government

Gallery walk presentations with claim/thesis writing

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Read Chapter 10, pages 430–441 (how people form political attitudes)

In class

Bell Ringer: Identify influences on personal core beliefs

Political Socialization Concept Maps activity

Thomas Friedman "World is Flat" article analysis

Discussion: Globalization's impact on U.S. political culture

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Find unique example supporting Friedman's "flat world" assertion

In class

Bell Ringer: Analyze Figure 10.4 graph (page 454)

Data Analysis Training: Chart and graph types (bar, line, pie, scatter plot, etc.)

Practice quantitative analysis skills

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Read Chapter 1, pages 20–21 (ideology)

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Lesson: Life Cycle and Generational Effects

PBS Video: "Should We Get Money from the Government?" UBI Analysis

Political Compass Quiz

Discussion: Libertarian vs. Authoritarian perspectives

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Read "Who is Generation Z?" article Pew Research

In class

Lesson: Life Cycle and Generational Effects.

FlintAI responses (thoughts?)

MC questions and answers

Visual Capitalist Timeline: "Key Events That Defined Gen.erations"

Gallery Walk: Online infographic sharing

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Read Chapter 10, pages 442–451 (survey methods and accuracy issues)

In class

Bell Ringer: Calvin and Hobbes cartoon analysis (page 431)

Scientific Polling Mini-Lecture: universe, random sampling, valid questions

Pew Research sampling video: Random Sampling Explained

Poll Types Analysis: benchmark, tracking, exit, push, straw polls

Group research and presentation of poll examples

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Read Chapter 10, pages 451–459 (American attitudes toward government)

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PRACTICE QUIZ, MID UNIT

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Skittles Sample Size Experiment (hands-on statistics)

Calculate individual vs. class percentages

Discussion: Sample size impact on accuracy

Polling Problems Exit Ticket practice

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Review polling concepts for assessment

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Pre-Test of Chapter 10 (MC) (Please Ignore Question #1, an FRQ).

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Read Chapter 11, pages 479–489 (American political parties today) for next Wednesday.

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Topic 4.6 Chapter 4 Test (MC)

Quantitative Analysis FRQ Practice (page 470)

Campus Poll Project: Design phase

Methodology discussion and sample size calculations

Question construction workshop

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Begin campus poll project research and survey design

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Campus Poll Project: Survey administration

Data collection and recording

Statistical analysis preparation

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Complete data analysis for campus poll presentation

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NO SCHOOL – Conferences (Gr. 6-12)

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Campus Poll Results Presentations

Argument Essay FRQ Practice (page 471)

AP Classroom Topic Questions 4.5 and 4.6 assessment

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Prepare for political party ideology activities

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Bell Ringer: Liberal vs. Conservative review and party alignment

Online Political Quizzes: 2020 Election Quiz

ISideWith Quiz: 2024 Political Alignment

Results analysis and reflection questions

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Read pages 459–463 on DACA policy (AP Policy in Practice section)

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60 Minutes: Big Sky, By Money

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Research federal budget and national debt figures

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Topic 4.7 Immigration Policy and Ideology

MSNBC: US Anti-Immigrant Policy

FOX News (Sean Hannity): It's Time to End the Illegal Immigratoin Crisis

PROCON.org Research: "Differences in Conservative and Liberal Brains"

Google Slides peer review of 20 studies

Scientific American discussion: "Conservative and Liberal Brains"

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Review economic policy concepts

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Unit 4 MC Questions

Answers/Explanation

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Complete Topic Questions for 4.9

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Topic 4.9 Budget Simulation

Budget Simulation

"The Fiscal Ship" Budget Simulation: Interactive Budget Balancing

Demo and FAQ review

Individual simulation gameplay

AP Classroom Daily Video 4.9 Part 2 (data analysis focus)

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Review social policy concepts

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Bell Ringer: Define "entitlement" and social programs

AP Classroom Daily Video 4.10 (6 minutes)

Liberal vs. Conservative Social Policy T-Chart

SCOTUS Comparison FRQ Practice (page 513)

Abortion policy case study integration

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Complete Personal Project Checks for Unit 4

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THANKSGIVING VACATION BEGINS (Gr. 6-12)

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THANKSGIVING VACATION

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THANKSGIVING VACATION

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THANKSGIVING VACATION

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Silent Debate on Social and Economic Issues:

National minimum wage ($15/hour)

Equal pay requirements

COVID-19 vaccine mandates

Universal health care

Marijuana legalization

Rotating written debate format

Ideological perspective identification

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Study for Unit 4 Assessment using AP Daily Videos

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Unit 4 Review Day

Comprehensive review: Topics 4.1–4.10

Practice MCQs with immediate feedback

FRQ practice: Concept Application, Quantitative Analysis, Source Analysis

Peer review and rubric application

Final questions and clarifications

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Final review and rest

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Unit 4 Test - Part 1

Multiple Choice Questions (Topics 4.1–4.10)

Free Response Questions:

Concept Application

Quantitative Analysis

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Review for Part 2

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Unit 4 Test - Part 2

Free Response Questions:

Source Analysis

Additional assessment items

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Begin Unit 5 preview reading (Linkage Institutions)

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Overview of linkage institutions (interest groups, elections, media); focus on interest groups.

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Read Ch. 12, pp. 516–518 "What Are Interest Groups?" — Due Wednesday, December 3. Also, due Friday, Dec. 5, read and be prepared to discuss "How to Get Rich in Trump's Washington," NY Times Magazine, 2017.

In class

Economic, public interest, and single-issue groups. Complete Case Study: NRA. Due: Ch. 12, pp. 516–518 reading.

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Read Ch. 12, pp. 530–540 "Interest Group Strategies" — Due Friday, December 5.

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Activity: Inside vs. outside lobbying; grassroots mobilization.

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Finish Ch. 12, pp. 530–540 reading (Due Friday).

In class

How interest groups influence policy through relationships with Congress and bureaucracy.

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Read Ch. 12, pp. 523–524 "Staff" and pp. 543–545 "What Determines When Interest Groups Succeed?" — Due Monday, December 8.

In class

Pluralism vs. elite theory; concerns about influence.

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Read Citizens United v. FEC (2010) case summary (Appendix, pp. A146–A149) — Due Wednesday, December 10.

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Campaign finance and corporate speech; debate — Is money speech?

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Read Baker v. Carr (1962) case summary (Appendix, pp. A143–A144) — Due Thursday, December 11.

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Discuss "one person, one vote" and redistricting. Discuss questions.

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Read Shaw v. Reno (1993) case summary (Appendix, pp. A144–A146) — Due Friday, December 12.

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Racial gerrymandering analysis and Equal Protection.

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Study for Ch. 12 MC Check (Interest Groups) — will take place after break.

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Topic: Self-Assess Winter Break Consignment. Chapter 13 Review & Discussion, Part I

Review and debrief readings on elections, voting rights, and the Electoral College.

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Review Ch. 13 for continued discussion Wednesday.

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Campaign strategies, campaign finance, and voting behavior.

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None.

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The watchdog role and agenda setting (Ch. 14, pp. 612–617).

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Read Ch. 14, pp. 612–617 "Historical Overview" and "Media Sources in the Twenty-First Century" — Due Friday, January 9.

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Traditional news media, new communication technologies, and social media (Ch. 14, pp. 612–617).

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Read Ch. 14, pp. 626–628 "Media Bias and Partisanship" — Due Monday, January 12.

In class

Filtering, framing, and media literacy analysis (Ch. 14, pp. 626–628). FlintAI Activity: Media Bias

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Read Ch. 14, pp. 631–636 "Do the Media Work?" and "Market Forces" — Due Wednesday, January 14.

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Media ownership, partisan news, and credibility of sources (Ch. 14, pp. 631–636).

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Study for Ch. 13 & 14 MC Check.

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Multiple-choice quiz and reflection.

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Study for Unit Test; begin FRQ practice.

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Unit 1 Test Review (MC) Extra Credit Challenge

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Review for Unit Test.

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Review for Unit Test.

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Class Activity #1 — Congress: House vs. Senate

Analyze “What Do the Facts Say?” graphs (p. 133)

Complete House vs. Senate comparison chart

Discuss Great Compromise and representation

U.S. Constitution, Article I

CrashCourse: Congressional Structure

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Read Chapter 4, pp. 150–160

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Enumerated & Implied Powers of Congress

Article I, Section 8 scenario matching

Elastic Clause demonstration

Review McCulloch v. Maryland

Article I, Section 8

CrashCourse: Congressional Powers

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Continue Chapter 4 reading

Begin InQuizitive — Chapter 4 (Congress)

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Class Activity #2 — How a Bill Becomes a Law

I’m Just a Bill

Compare “How It Works: In Theory vs. Practice”

Begin Civil Rights Act of 1964 law-tracking poster

Schoolhouse Rock: I’m Just a Bill

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Read Chapter 4, pp. 160–169

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Why Bills Fail

Committees, filibusters, holds

Continue CRA posters

Vox: Why Congress Can’t Pass Laws

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Continue InQuizitive — Chapter 4

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Class Activity #3 — Rules, Committees & FRQ Skills

House vs. Senate rules

FRQ task-verb practice (describe vs. explain)

Reflection questions from pacing guide

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Finish InQuizitive — Chapter 4 (Congress)

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Class Activity #4 — Redistricting & Gerrymandering

PBS gerrymandering video

SCOTUS case comparisons:

Baker v. Carr

Shaw v. Reno

PBS: Is Geometry Silencing Your Vote?

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Read Chapter 4, pp. 169–171

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SCOTUS & Congressional Behavior

Documentary

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Study for Congress MC Quiz

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Congress Review Day

Review Topics 2.1–2.3

MC practice

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No homework assigned.

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Congress MC Quiz

Multiple-choice quiz on Congress

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Read Chapter 5, pp. 184–201

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Continue Chapter 5 reading

Schenck v. United States

SCOTUS Activity

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Class Activity #6 — Checks on the Presidency

Flint AI overview of Executive Powers

Identify congressional & judicial checks

Activity: Tinker v. Des Moines

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Begin InQuizitive — Chapter 5 (The Presidency)

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Class Activity #7 — Expansion of Presidential Power

Read Federalist No. 70

Watch Imperial Presidency video

Argue for or against modern executive power

Federalist No. 70

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Finish InQuizitive — Chapter 5

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Presidential Communication

Going public and agenda setting

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No School — Presidents Day

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Class Activity #8 — Judicial Review & Federalist No. 78

Article III bell ringer

Analytical Reading Activity on Federalist No. 78

Introduce Brown v. Board of Education

Federalist No. 78

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Read Chapter 6, pp. 231–241

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Class Activity #9 — Precedent & Judicial Reasoning

McDonald v. Chicago

Introduce Tinker v. Des Moines

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Read Chapter 6, pp. 242–250

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Class Activity #10 — The Court in Action

Flowchart how a case reaches SCOTUS

Deep dive: New York Times v. United States

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Read Chapter 6, pp. 251–262

Complete InQuizitive — Chapter 6 (The Courts)

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Class Activity #12 — The Federal Bureaucracy

“How It Works: In Theory vs. Practice”

Define discretionary authority

A Day in the Life of Federal Regulations

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Read Chapter 7, pp. 294–303

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Class Activity #13 — Holding the Bureaucracy Accountable

Take-a-Stand activity

Congressional oversight examples

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Complete InQuizitive — Chapter 7 (The Bureaucracy)

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Class Activity #14 — Policy and the Branches

Seven stages of policymaking

Policy flowcharts and gallery walk

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Unit 2 Review

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Unit 2 Test — MC & FRQ

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Quiz (20 min): Essential Amendments for AP Exam

1st Amendment (religion, speech, press, assembly, petition)

2nd Amendment (bear arms)

4th Amendment (search and seizure)

5th Amendment (due process, self-incrimination, double jeopardy, eminent domain)

6th Amendment (right to counsel, speedy trial)

8th Amendment (cruel and unusual punishment)

14th Amendment (equal protection, due process clause)

Mini-lecture: Selective incorporation + 14th Amendment Due Process Clause

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Read Chapter 8, pp. 320-345 (Bill of Rights, incorporation, First Amendment)

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Bell Ringer: Discuss reading (20 min)

Venn diagram: Tinker v. Des Moines (1969) - student speech

Watch Mahanoy Area School District v. B.L. (2021) video + Jigsaw opinions

Complete second half of Venn diagram with Mahanoy case

Take-a-Stand activity on student speech issues + Cases

Venn diagram: Schenck v. United States (1919) vs. Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969)

Venn diagram: New York Times v. United States (1971) - Pentagon Papers/prior restraint

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Read Chapter 8, pp. 333-354 (Second Amendment, rights of the accused)

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Bell Ringer: KWL Chart on Second Amendment (5 min)

Watch Khan Academy video "The Second Amendment" (10 min)

Discuss McDonald v. Chicago (2010) - 2nd Amendment incorporation

Review Table 8.1 "Selective Incorporation" (textbook p. 323)

Answer SCOTUS Comparison FRQ (AP Study Guide p. 369)

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Read Chapter 8, pp. 345-357 (rights of the accused & privacy)

In class

Take a position on the balance between liberty and order and explain the reasoning.

In groups, connect a constitutional amendment with a Supreme Court case. Prepare an infographic explaining the case, decision, and real-world impact.

Share the infographics in a gallery walk, then revisit the original position using case evidence.

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Complete AP Study Guide questions 6 & 8, p. 366 (if not finished)

In class

Bell Ringer: Review homework questions together (5 min)

Three-station rotation (15 min each):

Station 1:4th Amendment timeline - plot cases, answer reflection questions on exclusionary rule

Station 2:5th Amendment - define each part (grand jury, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, due process, eminent domain) + Miranda v. Arizona case + public safety exception

Station 3:6th Amendment & 7th Amendments - identify pretrial rights + complete Venn diagram on Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)

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Read Chapter 8, pp. 354-357 (right to privacy)

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Bell Ringer: Review maps + AP Study Guide questions 9-10, p. 367 (5 min)

Read Justice Brandeis dissent in Olmstead v. U.S. (1928) on privacy

Jigsaw activity (5 groups):

Group 1: Substantive due process (Ballotpedia website)

Group 2: Griswold v. Connecticut (1965)

Group 3: Roe v. Wade (1973)

Group 4: Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992)

Group 5: Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (2022)

Create timeline of abortion cases + answer reflection questions on substantive due process

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Read Chapter 9, pp. 372-388 (civil rights movement & inequality)

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Bell Ringer: AP Study Guide question 1, p. 424 (5 min)

Complete Analytical Reading Activity for Topic 3.10: "Social Movements and Equal Protection"

Read "Letter from Birmingham Jail" excerpt

Read about Standing Rock protests

Apply Dr. King's process to current social movements

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Read Chapter 9, pp. 381-411 (civil rights policy change)

In class

Bell Ringer: Discuss reading (5 min)

Complete Venn diagram: Brown v. Board of Education (1954) vs. Hernandez v. Texas (1954)

Answer 2019 Exam SCOTUS FRQ parts A & B (AP Study Guide)

Partner research (in class, 20 min):

Partner 1: Title IX (1972)

Partner 2: Voting Rights Act (1965)

Create visual together: How government responds to social movements (use Brown, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, VRA)

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Read Chapter 9, pp. 411-417 (minority rights & equal protection)

In class

(COMPLETE AT HOME VIA ZOOM)

Bell Ringer: Gallery Walk of visuals from yesterday (5 min)

Write thesis/claim: "Which branch of government best provides civil rights protections for individuals or groups?"

Small groups (3 students): Match foundational documents to each branch's role:

Article I of U.S. Constitution

Amendments to U.S. Constitution

"Letter from Birmingham Jail"

Individually answer Argument Essay FRQ (AP Study Guide p. 427) - 20 min

Review Scoring Guidelines together

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Read Chapter 9, pp. 411-417 (affirmative action)

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PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES, NO CLASS:

Bell Ringer: Watch PBS video "Affirmative Action: Should Race Be a Factor in College Admissions?" (10 min)

Small group debate activity (groups of 5, 20 min):

Person 1: Choose side + provide evidence

Person 2: Provide second piece of evidence for same side

Person 3: Choose alternative perspective + provide evidence

Person 4: Provide second piece of evidence for alternative side

Person 5: Final judge - "I have heard evidence from both sides. My final ruling is _____ because _____."

Partner discussion: Identify foundational documents that match potential claims for Argument Essay (AP Study Guide p. 427)

Homework / preparation

Review all Unit 3 notes - be prepared for comprehensive review

In class

Bell Ringer: Q&A on confusing topics (5 min)

Review stations (students rotate, 12 min each):

Station 1: 9 required SCOTUS cases - match case to holding + constitutional issue

Station 2:Civil liberties vs. civil rights - categorize 15 scenarios

Station 3: Selective incorporation - analyze Table 8.1, answer questions on 14th Amendment

Station 4: Foundational documents - match quotes to documents (Constitution, Bill of Rights, 14th Amendment, "Letter from Birmingham Jail")

Final Q&A (10 min)

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Study for Unit Test Thursday/Friday - review all 9 required SCOTUS cases, 14th Amendment, civil liberties vs. civil rights, foundational documents

In class

Open Q&A session (20 min) - students ask questions on any topic

Kahoot or Quizizz review game (20 min) - all Unit 3 content

Individual study time (15 min) - students review notes, flashcards, Venn diagrams

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Final review for test tomorrow

In class

Format:

35 multiple-choice questions (full class period)

Content Coverage:

Topics 3.1-3.13: Civil Liberties & Civil Rights (Chapters 8 & 9)

All 9 required SCOTUS cases

Foundational documents: Constitution, Bill of Rights, 14th Amendment, "Letter from Birmingham Jail"

Selective incorporation

Civil liberties vs. civil rights distinction

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Review FRQ strategies and your Venn diagrams for tomorrow

In class

Format:

2 Free-Response Essays (FRQs) (full class period)

FRQ #1: SCOTUS Comparison (25 min)

FRQ #2: Argument Essay (25 min)

Content Coverage:

Same as Day 1 - focus on applying knowledge through written analysis

SCOTUS Comparison: Compare/contrast two required cases

Argument Essay: Develop claim about civil liberties or civil rights with evidence from foundational documents

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