Students in Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics will analyze the contemporary nature and function of the American political system. Students will examine the scope and framework of the United States government's institutions and structures. Also, students will explore the process through which the political system operates, and the factors impacting political participation. Students will understand how public policy is adopted, implemented, and impacts our lives.

This course requires weekly engagement but is primarily asynchronous which allows students to work around their school schedule. This course requires weekly engagement but is primarily asynchronous which allows students to work around their school schedule. One-on-one synchronous teacher drop-in support time is offered each week for students, as well as on demand, by appointment.