Lesson Plans
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
TEKS Requirements for ยง113.35. United States Government (One-Half Credit).
(16) Citizenship. The student understands the importance of voluntary individual participation in the U.S. democratic society.
(C) analyze the factors that influence an individual's political attitudes and actions; and
Young and Elected
Campaigns and Elections,
Grade Level:10-12
Time:90 minutes
Description: Examine challenges and successes young leaders face when campaigning, fund raising, and dealing with potential voters.Voice & Action: Active or Passive
Civic Responsibility
Trustee: Barbara Brown, Amy Wong Mok, or Charles Clymer
Grade Level: 10-12
Time: 65 minutes
Description: Students analyze and describe the concept of political participation.Nominate An American Trustee
Civic Responsibility
Trustees: All
Grade Level: 9-12
Time:5-6 45 minutes classes
Description:The students will define community leadership, conduct library and internet research, write a report on a community leader and submit the nominee on the website.Business vs. Public Good
Civic Responsibility
Trustee: Bernard Rapoport
Grade Level: 9-12
Time: 45-60 minutes
Description: Students will research a foundation and its founding member.A Matter of Age
Campaigns and Elections
Trustee: Charles Clymer
Grade Level: 9-12
Time: Two 45 minute class periods
Description: Students will investigate, research, and give a presentation about young elected officials in their local, state, or national community.(Re) Presenting Women
Civil Liberties and Rights
Trustee: Cathy Bonner
Grade Level: 6-8
Time: 50-60 minutes
Description: Students will research a civil liberities issue in women's history and create a mock museum exhibit.What's Your Boxing Gym
Civic Responsibility
Trustee: Barney Flores
Grade Level: 9-12
Time: 90 Minutes
Description: Students will evaluate the importance of voluntary participation in a democratic society and understand how individuals influence public policy.
