The Executive Branch, Day 2 - Class Recap

The White House, as seen from the top of the Washington Monument. Photo taken in 2010.

Hi everyone,

Back at it today - a big week ahead! Progress report grades, a project to work on, ACT tests for the juniors, and a staff development day on Friday for me. Let's get to it!

Learning Targets:
SS.HS.CR.ALT.03: I can apply understanding of ideas and concepts to a new context or problem.
SS.HS.RE.ALT.05: I can effectively conduct and apply research.
SS.HS.KN.ALT.02: I can demonstrate an understanding of the role of governments in current issues.
SS.HS.CO.ALT.05: I can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Soundtrack: “Bomb the World" by Michael Franti & Spearhead. Selected because the executive branch has final authority on whether or not to drop bombs, as the commander in chief of the United States military. Lyrics here.

AGENDA 4/21/14:
News Brief
Duties of the Executive Branch
Cabinet Project
Computer Lab N229/Grade Conferences

Homework: Missing and/or late work to me by next Wednesday for progress report grades. Read the blog! Next news brief: Olivia.

News Brief: Anab had the news brief today, but was absent, so yet again, we did not have one.

Duties of the Executive Branch: This was a quick review worksheet for some of the basic functions and responsibilities of the executive branch of the United States government.

Cabinet Project: The project is about advising the President (me, in this case) about a specific cabinet department's concerns. This assignment hits four learning targets, so it is really important for your success that you come to class and prepare for your presentation. Here is the link to the electronic copy of the assignment:

Google Drive: Executive Branch - Cabinet Project

Computer Lab N229/Grade Conferences: The rest of class we spent in the Computer Lab, working on the project. I also had conferences with individual students about grades and what to do before progress reports are due. I hope this helped!