2008
The Freedom Library Education Program and Scholarship
Administered by The Freedom Library, Inc.
The Freedom Library, Inc. is proud to present to the Yuma area a nine-week class of instruction in "The Freedom Philosophy" during both spring and fall semesters. The class is a study of the United States Constitution developed by the Founding Fathers, and includes the study of the Presidency, Congress, and judicial branch of government from the Founding to the present, and examines the implementation of a constitutional republic.
The "Freedom Philosophy" includes, but is not limited to, the concept of a free market, private property, limited government way of life, and the moral and intellectual principles, which form the basis of a free society.
To enroll in the program, an applicant must complete and submit to The Freedom Library the application form found at the website above and be able to attend the weekly Constitution class held at The Freedom Library or Antelope High School.
ELIGIBILITY TO RECEIVE A $1,000 FREEDOM LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP:
- You must successfully complete all required coursework as stipulated in the course syllabus.
- Scholarships will be awarded to the eligible and qualified individuals who display the highest quality of understanding and comprehensive proficiency of the "Freedom Philosophy" as expressed in the individual's term paper reflecting how the principles found in the United States Constitution apply to a current issue.
THE FREEDOM LIBRARY $1,000 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP:
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to any eligible individual in the name of The Freedom Library, Inc., and forwarded directly to the institution of higher learning of the recipient's choice at the commencement of the individual's next academic year.
THE FREEDOM LIBRARY $1,000 INSTRUCTIONAL SEMINAR SCHOLARSHIP:
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to any eligible individual for reimbursement of expenses to attend an instructional seminar at one of several locations throughout the United States. The Freedom Library Scholarship Committee determines the final destination.
Direct all questions concerning this scholarship program to your academic counselor or contact Howard Blitz at 726-8050 or info@freedomlibrary.org.
THE FREEDOM LIBRARY EDUCATION AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
FALL 2008 SYLLABUS
Class Hours: Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM - Beginning September 2, 2008
Location 1: The Freedom Library, 2435 S. 8th Avenue
Instructor: Howard Blitz
Class Hours: Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM - Beginning September 2, 2008
Location 2: Antelope High School, Room 4, 9168 S. Avenue 36 E, Wellton
Instructor: Michaela Roth
E-mail: info@freedomlibrary.org
Phone: 726-8050
Course Description
This course is intended to be a study of the United States Constitution, who wrote it, what caused it to be written, and how it has changed over the years. The Presidency, Congress, and the judicial branch are examined as to how each impacts the lives of individuals today.
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Individuals will read, discuss, and understand the provisions of the United States Constitution. |
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Individuals will survey the governmental and political institutions at the national level, which are based on that constitution and the political environment within which they function. |
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Individuals will understand the election process. |
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Individuals will be introduced to the basic political institutions and processes of American government. |
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Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student will be able to: |
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Become familiar with the major institutions of government in the United States including the executive, legislative, and judicial agencies. |
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Understand the nature, extent, and quality of citizen participation in political life and the socio-political environment in which it functions. |
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Be able to discuss the impact of various features of the American political institutions, including political parties and interest groups. |
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Be able to discuss the critical domestic issues in American society and the ways in which government deals with them. |
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Be able to understand the function of government. |
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Individuals are expected to: |
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Bring paper, a pen, pencil, and eraser to each class session and attend every class session. |
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Not to participate in acts of academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, copying the work of other students, using unauthorized "crib notes", plagiarism, stealing tests, or forging an instructor's signature. |
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Instructional objectives will be met through the use of lectures, reading, discussion, and videotapes/DVD's. |
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5.1 Write a term paper - Four to six typewritten pages, double-spaced, using 12 font Arial. Term paper is to discuss the topic given to the participant in the second week of class using the principles found in the United States Constitution. The paper must be mailed to the address below and postmarked no later than April 8, 2008 in order to be considered for a possible scholarship.
PFUSA - AZ
P.O. Box 25182
Yuma, Arizona 85367
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Scholarship - To be eligible for a scholarship, a student must complete the class with no more than 2 absences or 4 fifteen minute tardies. All individuals seeking a scholarship are expected to attend The Freedom Library Annual Awards Night, "An Evening with the Rushmore Presidents" April 29, 2008. There is no charge to attend and participants are highly encouraged to invite their parents, other family members, and friends to attend.
The Freedom Library Scholarship Committee awards scholarships based on the quality of the term paper.
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COURSE OUTLINE - Fall 2008
Tuesday 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Antelope High School, Room 4, 9168 S. Avenue 36 E, Wellton, AZ
Tuesday 6:00 - 8:00 PM
The Freedom Library, 2435 S. 8th Avenue
Text: "Good To Be King - The Foundation of our Constitutional Freedom"
Author: Michael Badnarik
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ORIENTATION & INTRODUCTION - Video: "A More Perfect Union" Take a quiz, Preview text, Discuss author, Discuss topics and questions Acknowledgements, Table of Contents, Foreword, Preface, Appendix, Endnotes
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| Tue 9/9 |
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Chapter 1 - 3 |
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1 - 26 |
| Tue 9/16 |
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Chapter 4 - 6 |
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27 - 44 |
| Tue 9/23 |
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Chapter 7 - 8 |
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44 - 54 |
| Tue 9/30 |
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Chapter 9 Video: "Not Yours To Give" |
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55 - 66 |
| Tue 10/7 |
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Chapter 10 - 11 |
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67 - 84 |
| Tue 10/14 |
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Chapter 12 - 14 |
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85-100 |
| Tue 10/21 |
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Chapter 15 - 16 Video: "You Can't Say That - What's Happening to Free Speech" |
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101 - 110 |
| Tue 10/28 |
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Chapter 17 - 20 Video: "John Stossel Goes To Washington" |
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111 - 128 |
| Tue 11/4 |
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Chapter 21 - 23 |
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129 - 146 |
| Tue 11/11 |
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Chapter 24 - 26 Video: "The Story of the Income Tax and The Federal Reserve System" |
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147 - 158 |
| Tue 11/18 |
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2nd Half of Movie, Take Quiz, Final wrap-up, Survey |
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| Tue 11/25 |
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Term Paper Due |
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| Tue 12/09 |
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Annual Constitution Seminar |
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click here to download the pdf scholarship application form (15k)