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Assignment 1: Arizona offers unique opportunities for direct democracy based on initiative power. In 2012 the Arizona voters, for example, rejected the Proposition 204 initiative that sought to convert a temporary sales tax that funded education into a permanent tax.
In a 500-750-word "Letter to the Editor," propose an initiative for an educational issue that you feel needs to be addressed. Include a plan about how this issue could become an initiative under Arizona law.
Your letter should be written to persuade others to agree with your position. Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Assignment 2: Attend a school board meeting for a local school district. If you are unable to attend in person, you may watch a live stream or an official recorded video of a recent school board meeting.
In a 500-750-word reflection about your experience, address the following:
1. Describe each item addressed at the board meeting. What was being discussed and why?
2. Explain who was in attendance at the meeting. What kinds of people were there? Why were they there? Were you surprised by who attended?
3. Describe who presented at the meeting. Were the presentations civil? Did you agree with one side or another of the arguments?
4. What you learned at this board meeting.
5. How you will use what you learned as a teacher.
Submit a copy of the meeting agenda to LoudCloud with your reflection.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.