Friday, December 19, 2008

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Wednesday, December 17, 2008

2nd 9 Weeks Review

Standards
History
SS8H3The student will analyze the role of Georgia in the American Revolution.
a. Explain the immediate and long-term causes of the American Revolution and their impact on Georgia; include the French and Indian War (i.e., Seven Years War), Proclamation of 1763, Stamp Act, Intolerable Acts, and the Declaration of Independence.
b. Analyze the significance of people and events in Georgia on the Revolutionary War; include Loyalists, patriots, Elijah Clarke, Austin Dabney, Nancy Hart, Button Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, George Walton, Battle of Kettle Creek, and siege of Savannah.

SS8H4 The student will describe the impact of events that led to the ratification of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
a. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of both the Georgia Constitution of 1777 and the Articles of Confederation and explain how weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation led to a need to revise the Articles.
b. Describe the role of Georgia at the Constitutional Convention of 1787; include the role of Abraham Baldwin and William Few, and reasons why Georgia ratified the new constitution.

Government
SS8CG1 The student will describe the role of citizens under Georgia’s constitution.
a. Explain the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution.
b. Explain the concepts of separation of powers and checks and balances.
c. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
d. Explain voting requirements and elections in Georgia.
e. Explain the role of political parties in government.

SS8H12 The student will explain the importance of significant social, economic, and political developments in Georgia since 1970.
a. Evaluate the consequences of the end of the county unit system and reapportionment.


S8CG2 The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of members of the General Assembly.
b. Describe the organization of the General Assembly, with emphasis on leadership and the committee system.
c. Trace the steps in the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia.

SS8CG3 The student will analyze the role of the executive branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of the governor and lieutenant governor.
b. Describe the organization of the executive branch, with emphasis on major policy areas of state programs.

SS8CG4 The student will analyze the role of the judicial branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the structure of the court system in Georgia including trial and appellate procedures and how judges are selected.
b. Explain the difference between criminal law and civil law.
c. Describe the history of the juvenile court.
d. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the criminal justice process.
e. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
f. Describe ways to avoid trouble and settle disputes peacefully.

SS8CG5 The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia.
a. Explain the origins, functions, purposes, and differences of county and city governments in Georgia.
b. Compare and contrast the weak mayor-council, the strong mayor-council, and the council-manager forms of city government.
c. Describe the functions of special-purpose governments.

SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system treats juvenile offenders.
a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and unruly behavior and the consequences of each.
b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice processed.
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences.

Essential Question (s):
How did the immediate and long-term causes of the American Revolution impact Georgia? (H3)
What role did Georgia play in the American Revolution? (H3)
What led to the evolution of Georgia’s government from a royal colony to a constitutional democracy? (H3)
How does the Georgia Constitution provide the framework for the rights and responsibilities of citizens and government? (CG1)
How does the structure of Georgia’s government ensure that its citizens are fairly represented? (H12a, CG1c)
How do political parties serve the purposes of voters with different opinions?(12c, CG1e)

How are the actions of members of the General Assembly related to the desires of citizens to be safe and free? (CG2)
How do the governor and the agencies of the executive branch protect the citizens of the state? (CG3)
How does Georgia’s judicial system provide justice and protect the rights of its citizens? (CG4)
How are juveniles treated differently under our judicial system?(CG6)

Warm up:
None
A:

Today in Class:
Today we reviewed the material we studied during the second 9 weeks in preparation for Friday's post-test.

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Study / review for Friday's 3 2nd 9 weeks post-test see study guide below.
http://awtreyms.blogs.com/files/second-nine-weeks-post-test-study-guide-2008---2009.doc

Long term Assignments:
2nd 9 weeks post-test Test Friday, December 19, 2008.

Today in Georgia History:
December 17, 1902 Georgia first state flag (adopted in 1879) was changed to provide that the "coat of arms of the State" be shown on the vertical blue band. Whether an accurate 1902 state flag was ever created is not known, but at an early date -- not later than 1905 -- Georgia's new state flag was being shown with the coat of arms on a white-and-gold shield. And, without statutory authorization, by the 1920s the coat of arms and shield had been replaced with a state seal--which is what commonly is referred to as the pre-1956 state flag.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.djj.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Unit 4 Three Branches of Government Test

Standards
S8CG2 The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia stategovernment.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of members of the General Assembly.
b. Describe the organization of the General Assembly, with emphasis on leadership and the committee system.
c. Trace the steps in the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia.

SS8CG3 The student will analyze the role of the executive branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of the governor and lieutenant governor.
b. Describe the organization of the executive branch, with emphasis on major policy areas of state programs.

SS8CG4 The student will analyze the role of the judicial branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the structure of the court system in Georgia including trial and appellate procedures and how judges are selected.
b. Explain the difference between criminal law and civil law.
c. Describe the history of the juvenile court.
d. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the criminal justice process.
e. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
f. Describe ways to avoid trouble and settle disputes peacefully.

SS8CG5 The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia.
a. Explain the origins, functions, purposes, and differences of county and city governments in Georgia.
b. Compare and contrast the weak mayor-council, the strong mayor-council, and the council-manager forms of city government.
c. Describe the functions of special-purpose governments.

SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system treats juvenile offenders.
a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and unruly behavior and the consequences of each.
b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice processed.
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences.

Essential Question (s):
How are the actions of members of the General Assembly related to the desires of citizens to be safe and free? (CG2)
How do the governor and the agencies of the executive branch protect the citizens of the state? (CG3)
How does Georgia’s judicial system provide justice and protect the rights of its citizens? (CG4)How are juveniles treated differently under our judicial system?(CG6)

Warm up:
None
A:

Today in Class:
Today we reviews all three branches of government at the state level in preparation for tomorrows test. We will begin our study of local government on Wednesday.

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Study / review for Friday's 3 2nd 9 weeks post-test see study guide below.
http://awtreyms.blogs.com/files/second-nine-weeks-post-test-study-guide-2008---2009.doc

Long term Assignments:
2nd 9 weeks post-test Test Friday, December 19, 2008.

Today in Georgia History:
December 16, 1853 Gov. Herschel Johnson signed an act creating Kinchafoonee County as Georgia's 104th county. Created from portions of Stewart County, Kinchafoonee County was named for the main creek that ran through the area. Criticism of the name, however, led local residents to seek to have the county's name changed. On Feb. 21, 1856, Gov. Johnson signed an act redesignating the county as Webster County. The new name honored former U.S. Secretary of State Daniel Webster, who as a U.S. senator had helped bring about the Compromise of 1850.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.djj.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Monday, December 15, 2008

Unit 4 the three branches of government test review

Standards
S8CG2 The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state
government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of members of the General Assembly.

b. Describe the organization of the General Assembly, with emphasis on leadership and the committee system.
c. Trace the steps in the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia.

SS8CG3 The student will analyze the role of the executive branch in Georgia state
government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of the governor and lieutenant governor.
b. Describe the organization of the executive branch, with emphasis on major policy areas of state programs.

SS8CG4 The student will analyze the role of the judicial branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the structure of the court system in Georgia including trial and appellate procedures and how judges are selected.
b. Explain the difference between criminal law and civil law.
c. Describe the history of the juvenile court.
d. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the criminal justice process.
e. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
f. Describe ways to avoid trouble and settle disputes peacefully.

SS8CG5 The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia.
a. Explain the origins, functions, purposes, and differences of county and city governments in Georgia.
b. Compare and contrast the weak mayor-council, the strong mayor-council, and the council-manager forms of city government.

c. Describe the functions of special-purpose governments.

SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system treats juvenile offenders.
a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and unruly behavior and the consequences of each
b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice process
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences


Essential Question (s):
How are the actions of members of the General Assembly related to the desires of citizens to be safe and free? (CG2)
How do the governor and the agencies of the executive branch protect the citizens of the state? (CG3)
How does Georgia’s judicial system provide justice and protect the rights of its citizens? (CG4)
How are juveniles treated differently under our judicial system?(CG6)

Warm up:
None
A:

Today in Class:
Today we reviews all three branches of government at the state level in preparation for tomorrows test. We will begin our study of local government on Wednesday.

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Study / review for Tuesday's 3 Branches Test.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Three Branches of Georgia Government Test Tuesday, December 16, 2008.

Today in Georgia History:
December 15, 1791 The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution -- the Bill of Rights -- went into effect following ratification by Virginia.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.djj.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

The Judicial Branch Continued

Civics/Government
SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system treats juvenile offenders.
a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and unruly behavior and the consequences of each.

b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice process
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences


Essential Question (s):
How are juveniles treated differently under our judicial system?

Warm up:
None
A:

Today in Class:
Today we took a closer look at the juvenile justice system in Georgia. We watched a film called the "Sentencing of Bill Thomas." While watch the students completed a listening guide that we will use with tomorrows activity.

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Study the graphic organizer from yesterday for Friday's quiz, and review for Tuesday's 3 Branches Test.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Three Branches of Georgia Government Test Tuesday, December 16, 2008.

Today in Georgia History:
December 10, 1834 The Georgia Senate agreed to a report of its Committee on Public Education and Free Schools recommending the appropriation of $10,000 on the condition that two or more neighboring states agree to contribute proportionately "for the purpose of endowing a Southern Institution for the education of the deaf and dumb."

Link-O the Day:
http://www.djj.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Legislative Branch Quiz - Sessions and Committees

Civics/Government

S8CG2 The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state government.

a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of members of the General Assembly.

b. Describe the organization of the General Assembly, with emphasis on leadership and the committee system.

c. Trace the steps in the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia


Essential Question (s):

What role does the legislative Branch play in Georgia government and  the lives of Georgia'scitizens?

Warm up:
None
A: 


Today in Class:
Today took the quiz on the legislative branch of Georgia's government. After completing the quiz students worked on and most cases completed a graphic organizer on sessions and committees of the Georgia General Assembly.


Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Finish the graphic organizer you started in class after the quiz.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Three Branches of Georgia Government Test 12 December 08.

Today in Georgia History:
December 3, 1857 Gov. Joseph E. Brown signed legislation creating Dawson County from areas of Gilmer and Lumpkin counties. Dawson, Georgia's 119th county, was named for William C. Dawson. A lawyer, Dawson served as clerk of the Georgia House of Representatives, codified the Georgia statutes in 1828, and and served as a state judge. Subsequently, he was elected to the Georgia Senate, U.S. House, and U.S Senate. Also, in 1836, Dawson raised a volunteer company to fight in the Seminole War.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.legis.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

The General Assembly Continued

Civics/Government

S8CG2 The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state government.

a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of members of the General Assembly.

b. Describe the organization of the General Assembly, with emphasis on leadership and the committee system.

c. Trace the steps in the legislative process for a bill to become a law in Georgia


Essential Question (s):

What role does the legislative Branch play in Georgia government and  the lives of Georgia's citizens?

Warm up:
Where does most of the work of the in the General Assembly take place?
A: In committees.


Today in Class:
Today we reviewed took the information from the graphic organizer we completed yesterday in class and put it into a VENN diagram. Students will be quizzed tomorrow over the legislative branch.


Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 15:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH15.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Study for (Tomorrow's) Wednesday's quiz on the legislative branch.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Three Branches of Georgia Government Test TBA.

Today in Georgia History:
December 2, 1859 Gov. Joseph E. Brown signed legislation incorporating the Lucy Cobb Institute "for the education of young ladies, in the town of Athens." Thomas R.R. Cobb, Henry Hull Jr., Henry R.J. Long, John H. Newton, and Stephen Thomas were designated as initial trustees of the school that over 130 years later would become the home of the University of Georgia's Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.legis.state.ga.us/

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Review for the Unit 4 Foundations of Governemnt Test

Standards
SS8CG1 The student will describe the role of citizens under Georgia’s constitution.
a. Explain the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution.
b. Explain the concepts of separation of powers and checks and balances.
c. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
d. Explain voting requirements and elections in Georgia.
e. Explain the role of political parties in government.

SS8H12 The student will explain the importance of significant social, economic, and political developments in Georgia since 1970.
a. Evaluate the consequences of the end of the county unit system and reapportionment.

Essential Question (s):
How does the Georgia Constitution provide the framework for the rights and responsibilities of citizens and government? (CG1)
How does the structure of Georgia’s government ensure that its citizens are fairly represented? (H12a, CG1c)
How do political parties serve the purposes of voters with different opinions?(12c, CG1e)

Warm up:
What does the phrase "one-person,one-vote" mean?
A: That everyone's vote is equal (weighed the same).


Today in Class:
Today we reviewed in preparation for tomorrow's test. Below you will find a link to the Unit 4 Study Guide / Review Sheet.

Unit 4 Review Sheet

Unit 4 Review Sheet Answers

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 14:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH14.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password:
ga11hist

Homework:
Get progress reports signed they are due Thursday.
Study for (Tomorrow's) Thursday's test.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Test Thursday November 20th.

Today in Georgia History:
November 19, 1973 The speed limit on Georgia highways dropped to 55 miles per hour, and Sunday gas sales were eliminated, as President Nixon issued energy-saving rules to cope with the Arab oil embargo of the United States.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1381

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

County Unit System, Two party System and Political Parties

Standards
SS8CG1 The student will describe the role of citizens under Georgia’s constitution.
a. Explain the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution.
b. Explain the concepts of separation of powers and checks and balances.
c. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
d. Explain voting requirements and elections in Georgia.
e. Explain the role of political parties in government.

SS8H12 The student will explain the importance of significant social, economic, and political developments in Georgia since 1970.
a. Evaluate the consequences of the end of the county unit system and reapportionment.

Essential Question (s):
How does the Georgia Constitution provide the framework for the rights and responsibilities of citizens and government? (CG1)
How does the structure of Georgia’s government ensure that its citizens are fairly represented? (H12a, CG1c)
How do political parties serve the purposes of voters with different opinions?(12c, CG1e)

Warm up:
What of the state benefited from the County Unit system?.
A: The rural areas.

Today in Class:
Today we revisited the County Unit System and the concept of one person one vote. We then continued with a discussion via power point of the two-party system and political parties, this also included a brief discussion of interest groups and lobbyists.

Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf

Full Power Point Ch. 14:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH14.pps

Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/

Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx

Textbook password: ga11hist

Homework:
Get progress reports signed.
Study for Thursday's test.

Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Test Thursday November 20th.

Today in Georgia History:
November 18, 1883 Politician Carl Vinson was born in Baldwin County, Georgia. One of the most influential national legislators of the twentieth century, Vinson's legislative career spanned fifty years and one month--a record of longevity that stood until 1994. Vinson was noted particularly for his dedication to the United States Armed Services. To honor him, the Institute of Government at the University of Georgia was formally named the Carl Vinson Institute of Government in 1983. For a more extensive biography of Vinson, including photographs, click here.

Link-O the Day:
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1381

My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org