Civically Correct Podcast Episode 1: Exploring Foundations of American Governance

Welcome to the Civically Correct Academy Virtual Podcast, designed exclusively for seventh-grade civics students. Each episode takes a deep dive into Florida's civics benchmarks, exploring, examining, and analyzing critical concepts like American government, political systems, historical influences, and our modern-day constitutional republic. These podcasts are crafted to enhance your understanding of civics, providing the knowledge and insight needed to boost proficiency and confidence for the Florida Civics EOC assessment. Tune in as we break down the essential elements of civics, empowering students to succeed academically and become informed citizens. Brought to you by Civically Correct Academy—learn right from the start!

In this episode, we explore the foundational principles of American government by taking a deep dive into benchmarks SS.7.CG.1.1 through SS.7.CG.1.7. This 20-minute episode covers the historical influences that shaped our political system, including the impact of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and the Judeo-Christian tradition on America’s constitutional republic (SS.7.CG.1.1). We trace the founding principles of law and government, including the significance of documents like the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, and English Bill of Rights (SS.7.CG.1.2 and SS.7.CG.1.3), and we examine how Enlightenment thinkers such as Montesquieu and John Locke influenced the Founding Fathers (SS.7.CG.1.4). Additionally, we describe the role British policies played in leading to the writing of the Declaration of Independence (SS.7.CG.1.5), analyze the grievances set forth in the Declaration (SS.7.CG.1.6), and explain how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation ultimately led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution (SS.7.CG.1.7).

This engaging episode breaks down these complex concepts in an entertaining way, helping students gain a deeper understanding of civics while preparing for the Florida Civics EOC.

SS.7.CG.1.1, SS.7.CG.1.2, SS.7.CG.1.3, SS.7.CG.1.4, SS.7.CG.1.5, SS.7.CG.1.6, SS.7.CG.1.7