8TH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES
CIVICS
Full Year Required
The eighth grade program prepares students for responsible and productive citizenship. An understanding of government and politics in a democratic republic and the American economy system is emphasized. Students develop an understanding of individual rights and responsibilities; the ideals of liberty, justice and equity; and the rule of law. Students learn about making choices and recognizing the consequences of personal, political, and economic decisions. Students learn to value individual and group expression, diversity, and the attributes of good citizenship.
