Civic Responsibility Enrichment Points:
Demonstrating Responsible Citizenship
INTRODUCTION:
The United States has a democratic form of government. When compared to the
alternatives, it is a wonderful system in which the people govern themselves. Americans
are envied for their freedom. However these cherished rights come hand in hand with
responsibility. There are many ways for us to demonstrate civic responsibility, and for
doing so you will be rewarded with extra credit points. So let’s get away from the theory
of our political system and actually experience it!! THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO
EARN EXTRA CREDIT IN THIS CLASS.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
1. Documentation is required. Ask an official to sign your activity sheet. Include date and
time. If necessary, a parent signature will be accepted. Also, take notes and pick up
copies of the agenda, etc.
2. A written response is required for observation type activities, 1-2 pages typed. It may be
informal but must be easily read!! Summarize what was discussed, questions that arose,
AND what you think of the issue, process, elected officials, etc.
3. Maximum of 30 points per quarter
HOW CAN I DEMONSTRATE CIVIC RESPONISBILITY, YOU ASK??
You can…
Show me….
Points possible…
Register to vote
Register for the draft
Voter registration or draft
card
20 points
Vote on election day
Official proof
30 points
Volunteer for a candidate or
Your local representative
Wave signs, stuff envelopes,
Do research…as much as
they let you
30 points
Attend rallies or forums
about political issues
Take copious notes and write
about your impressions
30 points
Attend local government
…school board mtg
…City council mtg.
…homeowners association
Take copious notes and write
about your impressions
30 points
Observe a trial
Ditto
30 points
Write a letter about a current
issue
…to the newspaper
…elcected official
Give me a copy to approve.
Must be in business format
and well researched.
20 points