Law Studies (One Semester .5 Credit)

The grade 9-12 Law Studies course consists of the following content area strands: American History, World History, Geography, Humanities, Economics, and Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of the American legal system as the foundation of American society by examining those laws which have an impact on citizens' lives and an introduction to fundamental civil and criminal justice procedures. Content should include, but is not limited to, the need for law, the basis for our legal system, civil and criminal law, adult and juvenile courts, family and consumer law, causes and consequences of crime, individual rights and responsibilities, and career opportunities in the legal system.

PREREQUISITE: None

Political Science (One Semester .5 Credit)

The grade 9-12 Political Science course consists of the following content area strands: American History, World History, Geography, Humanities, Economics, and Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of government institutions and political processes and their influence on American society. Content should include, but is not limited to, the types of government, the functions and purpose of government, the function of the state, exercise of power, policy making and public opinion, political control and the economy, political ideologies, civil liberties, international relations, and the evolution of political change.

PREREQUISITE: None

Constitutional Law HONORS

The grade 9-12 Constitutional Law course consists of the following content area strands: American History, World History, Geography, Humanities, Economics, and Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of major legal precedents and evolving judicial interpretations associated with the United States Constitution. Content should include, but is not limited to, the evaluation of historical and contemporary constitutional dilemmas through an analysis of legal documents, processes and cases; an examination of the evolution of constitutional government from ancient times to the present; a historical review of the British legal system and its role as a framework for the U.S. Constitution; the arguments in support of our republican form of government, as they are embodied in the the Federalist Papers; an examination of the constitution of the state of Florida, its current amendment process, and recent amendments approved by Florida voters; a comparison between the constitutional frameworks of other nations with that of the United States; a review and application of major Supreme Court decisions and the impact of both majority and minority opinions; the understanding of constitutional concepts and provisions establishing the power of the courts including separation of powers, checks and balances, the rule of law, an independent judiciary, and judicial review; and appellate processes and procedures to address constitutional questions.

PREREQUISITE: Law Studies & Political Science

Legal Systems and Concepts

The grade 9-12 Legal Systems and Concepts course consists of the following content area strands: American History, World History, Geography, Humanities, Economics, Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the examination of the American legal system and the nature of specific rights granted under the United States Constitution. Content should include, but is not limited to, the historical antecedents of laws and the basis for the creation of laws, the background, principles and applications of the United States Constitution, the rights protected by the Constitution and precedent-setting cases related to these rights, the process for enacting criminal laws at the state and local levels, the stages of the criminal justice system, the government and private agencies which provide services to individuals accused of crimes, the citizen's role in the legal system, the role of women and diverse cultural groups within the justice system, and careers in the justice system.

PREREQUISITE: Constitutional Law Honors

Court Procedures

The grade 9-12 Court Procedures course consists of the following content area strands: American History, World History, Geography, Humanities, Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of the structure, processes and procedures of the judicial systems of the United States and Florida. Content should include, but not be limited to, the structure, processes and procedures of county, circuit and federal courts, civil and criminal procedures, juvenile law, the rights of the accused, evolution of court procedures, comparative legal systems, and career choices in the judicial system.

PREREQUISITE: Legal Systems and Concepts

Marine Corps: Leadership Education 1

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop a broad range of basic skills and knowledge, with opportunities for total development in leadership. This course further enables students to develop positive attitudes, good citizenship, and patriotism through character-building activities. The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) provides military instruction in a learning environment useful to students in a future military or civilian career.

PREREQUISITE: None

Marine Corps: Leadership Education 2

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop a broad range of intermediate level skills and knowledge, with opportunities for total development in leadership. This course enables students to develop positive attitudes, good citizenship, and patriotism through character-building activities. The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) provides military instruction in a learning environment useful to students in a future military or civilian career.

PREREQUISITE: Marine Corps:  Leadership Education 1

Marine Corps: Leadership Education 3

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop a broad range of advanced skills and knowledge, with opportunities for total development in leadership. This course further enables students to develop good citizenship, self-discipline, and respect for constituted authority through character-building activities. The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) provides military instruction in a learning environment useful to students in a future military or civilian career.

PREREQUISITE: Marine Corps:  Leadership Education 2

Marine Corps: Leadership Education 4

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop a broad range of advanced skills and knowledge, with opportunities for total development in leadership. This course enables students to develop good citizenship, self-discipline, and respect for constituted authority through character-building activities. The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) provides military instruction in a learning environment useful to students in a future military or civilian career.

PREREQUISITE: Marine Corps:  Leadership Education 3