In CP Psychology we are following Piaget through his stages of cognitive development: Sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational and formal operational.

We are exploring the transition from completing concrete mathematical and logical operations to the abstraction and higher order thinking required to conduct formal operations. 

The power of the judicial branch to interpret the constitution is being explored through the holdings in landmark court cases. In AP Gov this year we will examine 

McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)

United States v. Lopez (1995)

Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)

Schenck v. United States (1919)

Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)

McDonald v. Chicago (2010)

Baker v. Carr

Marbury v. Madison (1803)

Citizens United v. FEC |

Wisconsin v. Yoder |

Brown v. Board of Education (1954)

Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)

Engel v. Vitale

New York Times v. United States (1971)

In psychology we are studying the ethical implications of doing psychological experiments on animals. The Harlow monkey experiments demonstrated the importance of mother/infant attachment and has been a benefit to society in a number of ways.  The cost was the emotional torture of many little baby rhesus monkeys. Not ok. 

Tomorrow is California's primary election. From local to state to national government, our general election needs nominees. This primary is to choose those candidates.  If you are a citizen 18 or older, do your civic duty and vote!

Inflation is something we addressed in Economics. It is having a significant impact on our society so we are seeing what actions government is taking to tackle inflation. The federal reserve is raising interest rates. Will this help? If so how?

In Psychology, stress is the topic. It is a very relatable one indeed. We are studying the psychophysiological effects of stress on the human body. We are applying (hopefully) techniques to cope with stress and better manage it. 

In International Relations we are closely monitoring the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The largest country in Europe invaded the second largest. This violation of sovereignty has not been seen on the continent since WWII. This is obviously a very serious matter of global import.

Inflation! We are learning about the Consumer Price Index and examining causes and possible solutions to  quickly rising prices.

We are studying Extra Sensory Perception.

Clairvoyance and telepathy are the topics of the day. 
Interesting connections between empathy and telepathy are being made. I feel a feeling I feel you all feel.

We are examining the crisis in Tigray, Ethiopa. There is violent conflict there and it needs to stop.