Sean Wagstaffe

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Sean Wagstaffe

Emerald Cove Middle School
7th Grade Social Studies teacher
Room: 2-215
Contact: 803-8000


This course will examine the principles, functions, foundations and organization of the United States government. Moreover, we will explore the origins of the American political system; the roles, rights and responsibilities of United States citizens, and explain the importance of participating in our political system. In no particular order, the following topics of study will include:

          A. The American Colonies and their government
B. The Constitution and the Bill of Rights
  C. American Citizenship and Governments
                       D. The Three Branches of the United States Government
E. Political Parties, Voting and Elections
    F. Local and State Governments and Laws
                G. The American Economy and International Trade