Government and Economics
Government
This course provides an opportunity to study in depth
the foundation of the United States political system; to analyze the political
institutions, processes, and values of the system; to analyze the structure
and functions of the government on local, state, and federal levels; and
to study the major documents which include the Constitution, Bill of Rights,
and the Federalist Papers. United States Government is also available
as an Advanced Placement course. For more information on United States
Government AP contact Trey Brown.
Economics
This course provides opportunities for students to
study basic principles concerning production, consumption, and distribution
of goods and services. Content builds an understanding of the essential
components and benefits of the free enterprise system. Students study
such concepts as scarcity, economic interdependence, the market system,
prices, economic stability, and growth. They examine the role of
government in the American economic system, and explore selected aspects
of international economic systems. Economics is also available as
an Advanced Placement course. For more information on Economics AP
contact Trey Brown.
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