Unit+2

__//**10.19.11**//__ Why do we have laws? What are some of the different purposes that laws can serve?
 * Do Now:**

-- To keep people in check. To protecet people, property. To give justice fairly. ,

2. **Think/Write** the following questions: __//**Law**//__- rules to follow that are made by the government __//**Policy**//__- something you have to follow, usually made by a company The differences between policies and laws is: the power of the people who create them, and how it can have an effect om people
 * Define the words **law** and **policy.** What are the differences between them?
 * What are the similarities and differences among these laws and policies?


 * What are some of the purposes of these laws and policies?


 * What values do you think are represented in these laws or policies. Explain.


 * Do any the laws you read about affect your daily life in school?


 * Whose rights are being protected in these laws and/or policies?


 * What social problems or issues do these laws or policies address?


 * What is the background for the law or policy's creation? Why do you think the law was made in the first place?

Laws and Policies __** The Roots of a Problem **__ //__**Do Now:**__// How are events in the news portrayed? What kind of information does the media give you? It depends on the event and who the person is. Or the popularity.
 * //3.//** //School bullying prevention act for the State of Oklahoma in 2002--- The policies need to include methods for adjusting school bullying.//
 * //8.//** //Public Schools Cell Phone Policy since 2006, cell phones have been banned from New York City's public schools. They are a distraction and often used for cheating and other disruptive activities, such as taking inappropriate pictures.//
 * //11.//** //The individuals with disabilities Education Act The education od all hapicapped children are equal to children without disabilities//
 * // 10.21.11 //**

2) Answer the following four questions on your wikispace:
 * What social problem or issue do these events highlight? --It highlights the crime that happen in the school
 * How do you think these events prompted communities to push for the creation of laws or policies? ---To end crime in their schools
 * What do you think of the way the media portrays the problem of school safety in the US? Why do you think that?
 * What are some positive and negative consequences of the media's increased attention to school safety and incidents of school violence?

__**Homework:**__ Complete Journal #1 - What events and experiences have shaped your views about school safety? How have school safety laws and policies affected your daily life at school?