Welcome to The Middle School Social Studies Web Site!
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I am the notorious Mr. Vann ! ("Vann the Man") I am still going strong with over 15 years of servant leadership to many communities across the nation.
Alabama State University, BS
University of Detroit Mercy, MA
Capella University, ABD
Yo soy el famoso señor Vann ("Vann el Hombre"), estoy
todavía fuerte, con más de 15 años de liderazgo de servicio a muchas comunidades en todo el país.
February 2012 A.D Planner:
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Parents and students, please go to the study Island web site for quarter examination help (We will test on the last three sections in Social Studies)
February 2012 A.D Planificador:
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Los padres y estudiantes, por favor visite el sitio web del estudio isla en busca de ayuda cuarto examen (Vamos a prueba
en las tres últimas secciones de Estudios Sociales)
*****Core Democratic Values of American Constitutional Democracy *******
Core Democratic Values are the fundamental beliefs and constitutional principles of American society which unite all Americans. These values are expressed in the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution and other significant documents, speeches, and writings of the nation. Below is definition of some core democratic values.
Fundamental Beliefs
Life
The individual's right to life should be considered sacred except in certain highly restricted and extreme circumstances, such as the use of
deadly force to protect one's own or others' lives.
Liberty
The right to liberty is considered an unchangeable part of human life. At the heart of this idea is the understanding that no one can be blamed or held accountable for personal or political obligations of family or ancestors that came before them. The right to liberty includes:
personal freedom - each person is free to act, think and believe as they choose without interference from the government; political
freedom - the right to participate in the political process, choose and remove public officials, to be governed under a rule of law; the right to information and assembly; economic freedom - the right to make money, own property, seek employment where one chooses, to change employment, and participate in any legal economic activity.
The Pursuit of Happiness
The right of each person to attempt to find happiness in their own way, so long as they do not infringe upon rights of others.
Common Good
Individuals must accept their obligation to promote the well being of the community and work with others for the greater benefit of all.
Justice
All people should be treated fairly and equally in regards to receiving the benefits and burdens of society, the correction of
wrongs and injuries, and in the gathering of information and making of decisions.
Equality
All people have: political equality - and are not denied these rights unless by due process of law; legal equality - and are treated as equals before the law; social equality - and there should be no class system sanctioned by law; economic equality - which tends to strengthen
political and social equality.
Diversity
Variety in culture and ethnic background, race, lifestyle, and belief is not only permissible but desirable and beneficial in a
pluralistic society.
Truth
Citizens can demand that truth-telling by their government be the rule, since trust in their government is an essential part of
the bond between the government and the governed.
Popular Sovereignty
The people as a whole have ultimate authority over the state and holds that authority over public officials and their policies.
Patriotism
Virtuous citizens display a devotion to their country, including devotion to the fundamental values and principles upon which it depends.
Constitutional Principles
Rule of Law
Both government and the governed should be subject to the law.
Separation of Powers
Legislative, executive, and judicial powers should be carried out by different branches of government in order to maintain the limitations placed upon them.
Representative Government
The republican form of government established under the Constitution is one in which citizens elect others to represent their interests.
Checks and Balances
The powers given to the three branches of government should be balanced and roughly equal so that no branch can dominate the others. Branches of government are also given powers to keep a check on the others.
Individual Rights
Individuals have certain basic fundamental rights that are not created by government but which still must be protected by the government. These include the right to life, liberty, economic freedom, and the pursuit of happiness. It is the purpose of government to protect these rights, and it may not place unfair restrictions on them. Many of these rights are found in the Bill of Rights.
Freedom of Religion
Religious liberty is considered to be a natural right of every person that must always be beyond the power of the state to control. Religious liberty includes the right to freely practice any religion or no religion without government interference.
Federalism
Power is shared between two levels of government: those of the state and those of the central (federal) authorities.
Civilian Control of the Military
Civilian authority should control the military in order to preserve constitutional government.
