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Critical Content/Concept Web

 * Unit Theme**: Political Philosophy
 * Conceptual Lens:** Beliefs/Values
 * Unit Length:** 3-4 weeks
 * Grade Level(s): 12th Grade**


 * ===Unit Overview=== ||
 * Imagine that you have just been selected to run as a representative for your community. You have been selected to run because the community feels that you will best represent the beliefs and values of your community. The upcoming election is over important issues to your community. You are eager to win the election but you start to panic - what are your values and beliefs? How do you figure these out? How do you prepare for this election? How do you get your ideas out for the community to see them? People are counting on you to win - don't let them down. Good luck and may the best man/woman win! ||

Reflective Thinking Moral Evaluation || Cause/Effect Liberalism vs Conservatism Economic Theory Historical Political Theory Public Policy Vocabulary Understanding political labels ||
 * English || Social Studies ||
 * Belief Statements

Designer(s): Heather Ross and Kathlyn Lynch
Students will understand that their previous experiences, family life, income level, education, religion, and cultural background influence their values and beliefs.

Essential Question: What is important to you as an individual and how will this influence your future actions?

Mission Statement: The Skowhegan Area High School community values rigorous and relevant academic standards, fosters personal integrity and growth, and promotes self-reliance and social responsibility. We respect and honor the individual talents and differences that strengthen our local and global community students will graduate with the foundation necessary to further their learning and become productive citizens.