Analyze the role of law in American society and evaluate the justice system, including courts and legal processes, in protecting individual rights and promoting the common good
Maine's Learning Results for Social Studies cover four content areas — Civics and Government, Personal Finance and Economics, Geography, and History — with performance expectations organized in grade bands K-5, 6-8, and 9-Diploma. High school graduation requires two years of social studies incorporating American history, government, civics, and personal finance content, though Maine does not mandate a separate standalone civics course or a statewide civics test. Standards are currently under revision through a Rule Chapter 132 rulemaking process initiated in 2024, overseen by the Legislature's Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs, with extended public comment periods reflecting ongoing stakeholder input. Social studies content integrates inquiry-based practices aligned with the C3 Framework across all grade levels.
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