What are your Duties & Responsibilities Citizenship What are your Duties & Responsibilities

Citizenship I can describe how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 4 I can teach others how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 3 Why is it important for citizens to be actively involved in the democratic process? (responsibilities) describe the ways that citizens can participate in the democratic process voting - lobbying - running for office - serving the community What are the obligations (duties) of U.S. citizens? describe the duties of American citizens upholding the Constitution - obeying the law - paying taxes - registering for selective service - jury duty - attending school 2 With help, I can describe how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 1 Even with help, I have difficulty describing how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. Why is it important for citizens to be actively involved in the democratic process? Civics in America: Chapters 1, 11, & 12 American History: Citizenship Handbook What are the obligations and responsibilities of citizens? Civics in America: Chapter 1, 11, & 12

Citizenship Daily Learning Target -- separate pages 1.1 -- I can differentiate between what are the duties of a citizen and what are the responsibilities 1.2 -- I can explain the 5 duties of a citizen 1.3 -- I can explain the 5 responsibilities of a citizen

Duties vs. Responsibilities Duty - something you are required to do; usually has a penalty for failure to comply Responsibility - a voluntary action; can be beneficial to the country but not required to perform

Citizenship: Duties (5) 1) Obeying the Law Laws are meant to... keep you and others safe protect your rights settle disagreements It’s up to YOU to know the laws that affect your life Example: fishing

Citizenship: Duties 2) Defending the Nation The US has a volunteer army Selective Service ALL males 18 - 25 must register Only in the case of a national emergency would you be called to serve (drafted) What if I don’t? up to $250k and/or 5 yrs in prison ineligible for Federal Student Loans, jobs, job training or security clearance

Citizenship: Duties 3) Serving on a Jury 6th Amendment: right to an impartial jury where the crime was committed Failure to appear Georgia man got 3 days in jail Massachusetts fines up to $2k Arizona issues a bench warrant

Citizenship: Duties 4) Paying Taxes Congress’ authority Article 1 Section 8 of the Constitution 16th Amendment ...to provide for the common defence and general welfare… Failure to pay taxes: fines, interest, confiscation of assets, jail

Citizenship: Duties 5) Attending School Arizona: until 16 years old Why? be prepared to support themselves be prepared to contribute to society perpetuate our system of governing

Activity On the right-side page… Review the 5 duties of a U.S. citizen Number them from 1-5, with one being the most important Explain your reasoning

Citizenship I can describe how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 4 I can teach others how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 3 Why is it important for citizens to be actively involved in the democratic process? (responsibilities) describe the ways that citizens can participate in the democratic process voting - lobbying - running for office - serving the community What are the obligations (duties) of U.S. citizens? describe the duties of American citizens upholding the Constitution - obeying the law - paying taxes - registering for selective service - jury duty - attending school 2 With help, I can describe how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. 1 Even with help, I have difficulty describing how good citizenship is related to the ideas of democracy. Why is it important for citizens to be actively involved in the democratic process? Civics in America: Chapters 1, 11, & 12 American History: Citizenship Handbook What are the obligations and responsibilities of citizens? Civics in America: Chapter 1, 11, & 12

Citizenship: Responsibilities The Common Good The Golden Rule the basic responsibility of every citizen is to contribute to the well-being of all members of society There are 5 ways to contribute to the common good and uphold the “office of citizen”...

Citizenship: Responsibilities 1) Serving the Community How do you make your community a better place to live? respect others opinions welcome a new student food kitchen build a house pick up trash

Citizenship: Responsibilities 2) Influence Government work with a group to educate and influence our elected officials No minimum age Remember: YOU are their constituent; They work for YOU!

Citizenship: Responsibilities 3) Election Campaigns If you find a candidate you believe in, work to get them elected make phone calls hand out flyers blog encourage people to vote

Citizenship: Responsibilities 4) Voting the most fundamental principle of self- government Variety of public issues school boards changing taxes state and national elections Be educated on the issues fact versus opinion

Citizenship: Responsibilities 5) Holding Government Office If all else fails… YOU can run for office Your Name Here

Citizenship Daily Learning Target -- 1.1 -- I can differentiate between what are the duties of a citizen and what are the responsibilities 1.2 -- I can explain the 5 duties of a citizen 1.3 -- I can explain the 5 responsibilities of a citizen