AP Government and Politics

Grade: 12

Credit: 1

Prerequisite: Assignment to Grade 12.

Description: AP U.S. History is recommended This college level course in U.S. political science includes topics such as: Constitutional underpinnings of U.S. government, political beliefs and behaviors, political parties, interest groups, and mass media, institutions of national government, public policy, and civil rights and liberties. Analytical writing will be required, both in essays developed within the framework of the class and in papers developed as a result of research assignments. In May, the students will take an Advanced Placement Government Examination to qualify for advanced standing and/or credit in college.

Teacher: Mr. Geroe

Contact Information:  [email protected] 

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