Social Science
Civics
This is a course in American government and politics, which will cover the foundations, philosophy, and events leading to the formation of the American system of government. Special attention will be given to the Constitution and its creation. Moreover, the course will focus on the branches of government, democratic participation, media’s influence, the party system, local state government structures, and comparative governments. Students will be assessed using a variety of tools including projects, presentations, testing, and collaborative work.
From the SCUSD High School Course Catalog 2025–2026, page 63.
PrerequisiteNone
- Grades
- 12
- Credits
- 5, Semester
- UC/CSU a–g
- A
- Course #
- 302545
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- AP US HistoryUS HistoryComes before
- Civics
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