AHSE 71 HS+ Civics and Government

3 credits

This course prepares students to meet the civics requirements of the Washington State High School Diploma.

Prerequisites: A minimum of 221 on the CASAS Reading Assessment and a writing sample

Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Organize a timeline of events leading to the development of the United States Government
Examine the functions of the three branches of the federal government and how they provide a system of checks and balances for the government as a whole
Discuss the significance of three specific Amendments included in the Bill of Rights
Identify and be able to name the current Senator, State Representatives, and Senators of Washington State and the political parties they represent
Identify and be able to name the current United States President, Vice President, and the Speaker of the House and the political party they represent
Describe the main responsibilities the President of the United States has while in office and the role of the team working for them, such as their cabinet and advisors
Research and describe some of the main historical events that occurred in the 1800s, 1900s, and 2000s
Identify significant geographical landmarks of the United States
Explain the symbols of the US flag and state the name of the national anthem
Identify at least two federal holidays

Total Hours: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30