Course Description: Civics is a required course for Senior (12th grade) students. The course is a graduation requirement for a high school diploma in the State of California. The State standards provide both the framework and pace of this class. The course is designed to provide students the knowledge and understanding of the United States government. It helps students connect with the democratic process as citizens of the United States.
Students will be able to apply their knowledge of the U.S. Constitution to demonstrate their understanding of how the American system of government functions on the local, state and national levels as well as the impact on individual citizens. Students will also be able to demonstrate their understanding of their rights and responsibilities as citizens.