AP U.S. Government and Politics is a rigorous, college-level course that provides a comprehensive study of the United States government at the federal, state, and local levels. The course is designed to help students develop a deep understanding of governmental processes, institutions, public policy, and the role of citizens in a democratic society. Students will analyze foundational documents, court cases, and contemporary political issues while developing skills in critical reading, analytical writing, and evidence-based argumentation. The course is reading- and writing-intensive both in and out of class and prepares students for active, informed citizenship.
Students will take the mandatory Government End of Course (EOC) Exam at the completion of this course. Students are financially responsible for AP exam fees. This course is a weighted course only if the student completes the AP exam at the end of the semester. If a student opts to not take the AP exam, the course will hold a regular GPA weight. This course will satisfy the graduation requirement of completing a course in Government.