This self-paced program in American Civics is for ninth grade students who definitely plan further education after high school, who have better than average grades, and who will do more than the minimum required work. Instructional materials written at 9th grade level or above consist of Learning Activity Packages (LAPs) on the following topics: Citizenship and Our Democracy; The Constitution, Part I; The Constitution, Part II; Federal, State, and Local Government in Action: Your Educational and Vocational Future; Spending Your Money Wisely; Accounting for and Protecting Your Income; and Protecting Your Environment. An introduction to the course advises students of the requirements for successful completion. LAPs contain a statement of purpose; lists of resources; behavioral objectives, by broad topic; activities; self evaluation tests; and advanced study projects. (Author/JH)