Enrollment Information

Advanced Placement US Government and Politics

This course is an in-depth study of the American Political Systems, including philosophical foundations; linkage institutions; in-depth analysis of the three primary branches; heavy emphasis on constitutional law; and the application of these practices is domestic, foreign and economic policy. This course blends experiential learning modules and traditional collegiate learning systems requiring rigorous reading, writing, thinking and study skills, requiring at least one hour of homework per class. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement Government and Politics Examination. This course fulfills the Social Studies requirements for Government and Economics in 11th grade, and can potentially fulfill collegiate Social Studies prerequisite requirements pending success passage of the exam.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
SS5205A –SS5205B
Course Duration
2 Semester
Course Credit
1 AP Weighted Credit
Prerequisite
Honors or AP US History and/or Honors 10th Grade English

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November 18, 2024

Wellness, Culture, and Safety Inventory

Dear Parents and Guardians:  We thank you and your family for being our valued partners as we work together to educate our children. Ongoing feedback is important as we strive to maintain a positive school culture where students thrive and succeed.  In order to learn more about the climate within St. Vrain Valley Schools, every […]

November 11, 2024

TrojanTech receives anonymous grant

The St. Vrain Valley School District announced that Longmont High School’s Pathways in Technology Early College High School Program, or P-TECH, received a three grant from an anonymous donor. The funding will support several key components of the program.  SVVSD offers P-TECH at four of its district high schools including Skyline, Frederick, Silver Creek and Longmont […]

November 6, 2024

A heartfelt thank you to our community

Dear St. Vrain Valley Community, Yesterday marked a historic moment for our schools and community as voters overwhelmingly approved Ballot Issue 5C, demonstrating once again the extraordinary commitment our community has to advancing public education and creating a stronger future for all students. This $739.8 million investment represents far more than building improvements and new […]

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