1. Thought of the Day
Aristotle said: "For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them.” In your own words, describe what that means to you.

2. What is Civics?
-Civics
-Study of Citizenship and Government
-Citizen- a member of a community with certain rights and responsibilities.
-Responsibilities- things we should do and obligations that we fulfill voluntarily

3. Personal Responsibility
- taking responsibility for one’s actions, accepting the consequences, and understanding your decisions effect those around you
Responsibilities:
-fiscal – financial
-legal- laws or acts passed
-moral- knowing the difference between right & wrong

4. Civic Responsibilities
Be informed- changes in society, laws, etc.
Speak Up!- the officials represent your vote and what you want done (or not)
Participate in the community and government
Respect rights & property of others
Respect others opinions & ways of life

5. Duties of US Citizens
Duties- things we HAVE to do
Obey laws- made to help people, prevent accidents, maintain order, and protect us (health, safety, & property).
Pay taxes- provides money that the government needs to keep it running (armed forces, state/gov’t employees, roads, et-c)
Defend Nation- men are required to register with government for military service

6. Duties of US Citizens
4) Serve in court- prepare to serve on a jury. People depend on others for fair verdict
5) Attend School- benefits you and the government because you need knowledge and skills to be a good citizen