AP Government and Politics introduces students to key political ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the political culture of the United States. The course examines politically significant concepts and themes, through which students learn to apply disciplinary reasoning, assess causes and consequences of political events, and interpret data to develop evidence-based arguments. This course also examines world problems through the lenses of participation/citizenship, world/regional issues and the impact of the individual on world. May be offered in 11th grade with teacher permission. Credit for Graduation: 12th grade Social Studies
Schools
Clover Park High School
Lakes High School
Corequisites
AP GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS B - 452102