Kids Take on the Supreme Court
Civics
Standard 18
The Student:
Understands the role and importance of law in the American constitutional system and issues regarding the judicial protection of individual rights
Benchmark 6
The Student:
- Understands the basic concept of due process of law (i.e., government must use fair procedures to gather information and make decisions in order to protect the rights of individuals and the interests of society)
Standard 27
The student:
Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities
Benchmark 3
The Student:
- Understands the importance for individuals and society of commonly held civic responsibilities such as paying taxes, being informed and attentive to public issues, monitoring political leaders and governmental agencies and taking appropriate action if their adherence to constitutional principles is lacking, deciding whether and how to vote, participating in civic groups, performing public service, serving as a juror, and serving in the armed forces.
Standard 29
The student:
Understands the importance of political leadership, public service, and a knowledgeable citizenry in American constitutional democracy
Benchmark 7
The Student:
- Understands why becoming knowledgeable about public affairs and the values and principles of American constitutional democracy and communicating that knowledge to others is an important form of participation, and understands the argument that constitutional democracy requires the participation of an attentive, knowledgeable, and competent citizenry
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