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K–12 Standards

Grades 9-12: Civics/Government

Other Iowa Social Studies sets

Foundations of American Government

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    Civics/Government: Constitutional Principles and Civic Virtues

    1. 1

      Analyze the origins of government with attention to the purpose(s) of government, and alternative models from other nations and groups.SS.9-12.Gov.1

    2. 2

      Analyze the Enlightenment principles that informed the structure and principles of the United States government and its institutions.SS.9-12.Gov.2

    3. 3

      Analyze important founding and historical documents to the United States and the State of Iowa.SS.9-12.Gov.3

    4. 4

      Analyze the underlying principles established by the United States Constitution.SS.9-12.Gov.4

    5. 5

      analyze the role of the government in maintaining order.SS.9-12.Gov.5

Branches of Government: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial

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    Role and Systems of Government 

    1. 6

      Analyze the function, duties, and authority of the legislative branch, including the process of lawmaking and the power of the purse.SS.9-12.Gov.6

    2. 7

      Analyze the function, duties, and authority of the executive branch, including the scope of presidential powers, executive orders, executive agreements, and the president's role in foreign and domestic policy.SS.9-12.Gov.7

    3. 8

      Analyze the function, duties, and authority of the judicial branch, including the power of judicial review and interpretation of laws.SS.9-12.Gov.8

    4. 9

      Assess how the United States federal system divides powers between national and state governments.SS.9-12.Gov.9

    5. 10

      Analyze the basic requirements and responsibilities to serve in public office.  SS.9-12.Gov.10

Political Participation, Key Institutions, and Elections

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    Processes, Rules and Laws

    1. 11

      Analyze the historical, contemporary, and emerging patterns of political action and activism.SS.9-12.Gov.11

    2. 12

      Critique the influence of intermediary institutions on government and policy.SS.9-12.Gov.12

    3. 13

      Analyze the electoral process and election systems in the United States, specifically Iowa election law including registration requirements, paper ballots, and absentee voting. SS.9-12.Gov.13

Citizenship and Civic Responsibilities

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    Citizenship and Civic Rights and Responsibilities 

    1. 14

      Analyze the role of citizens in the U.S. political system, with attention to the definition of who is a citizen, the expansion of that definition over time.SS.9-12.Gov.14

    2. 15

      Assess the contributions of exemplary Iowans and Americans who have played a role in promoting civic virtues and democratic principles.SS.9-12.Gov.15

    3. 16

      Analyze the concept of civic virtue and its importance to a well-functioning democracy.SS.9-12.Gov.16

    4. 17

      Analyze the rights, liberties, duties, and responsibilities of citizens of the United States and the state of Iowa.SS.9-12.Gov.17

State and Local Government of Iowa

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    Role and Systems of Government 

    1. 18

      Identify the function, duties, and authority of the government of the state of Iowa.SS.9-12.Gov.18

    2. 19

      Identify the function, duties, and authority of the sovereign Meskwaki Nation tribal government.SS.9-12.Gov.19

    3. 20

      Identify the functions and organizational structures of Iowa’s local governments.SS.9-12.Gov.20

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Iowa Academic Standards for Social Studies

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