SOCIAL STUDIES

WORLD HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9 th - 10th Grades; Prerequisites: None. Students will study the rise of the nation state in Europe, the French Revolution, and the economic and political roots of the modern world. They will examine the origins and consequences of the Industrial Revolution, nineteenth century political reform in Western Europe, and imperialism in Africa, Asia, and South America. They will explain the causes and consequences of the great military and economic events of the past century, including the World Wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War, and the Russian and Chinese Revolutions. Finally, students will study the rise of nationalism and the continuing persistence of political, ethnic, and religious conflict in many parts of the world. World History is required for graduation. 

WORLD HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY HONORS (S-o-S) –Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9th - 10th Grades; Prerequisites and/or Requirements: None. Content for World History and Geography Honors is the same as World History and Geography, but the honors course is more rigorous and moves at a faster pace than the regular section. This course prepares students for U.S. History AP.

AP EUROPEAN HISTORY/ENGLISH II HONORS ADVANCED (S-o-S) - Single Block; Two Semesters; Two Credits; 10th Grade; Prerequisites and/or Req.: Grade B or higher and teacher recommendation in English I Honors. Note: Mature Themes are possible. A year-long combination course in accordance with AP European History and Pre-AP English standards. Students will study the cultural, economic, and social developments that have shaped the world from c. 1200 CE to present. Students will also perform close observation, critical analysis, and appreciation of the author's craft through literary and nonfiction texts related to historical world events.

U.S. HISTORY - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 11th Grade; Prerequisites and/or Requirements: None. Students must take and pass the EOC exam at the end of the course. EOC counts 20-25% of final grade. U.S. History is a survey course that presents America’s history, beginning with reconstruction and continuing until the present. Social change, the struggle for political and economic opportunity, and problems faced in dealing with foreign countries are examples of topics studied. Lecture, class discussion, and audiovisual materials supplement the text. Required for graduation. An End of Course Exam is required for this course.

U.S. HISTORY HONORS (S-o-S) – Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 11th Grade; Prerequisites: None. Students must take and pass the EOC exam at the end of the course. EOC counts 20-25% of final grade. U.S. History is a survey course that presents America’s history, beginning in the colonial period and continuing to the present. Social change, the struggle for political and economic opportunity, and problems faced in dealing with foreign countries are examples of topics studied. Lecture, class discussion, and audiovisual materials supplement the text. An End of Course Exam is required for this course.

U.S. HISTORY AP/ENGLISH III AP (S-o-S) - Single Block; Two Semesters; Two Credits; 11th Grade; Prerequisites /Requirements: World History, Geography Honors and recommendation from a Social Studies teacher, English II Honors Advanced with a grade of B or higher or permission of instructor (teacher recommendation needed). U.S. History AP is a survey course in U.S. History from discovery to present. This class is a rapid, fast-paced course including analytical skill development, essay writing, and research. The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which requires students to develop evidence-based analytical and argumentative essays. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods. American Literature will be covered as well. Students have the opportunity to take the AP exam in May to possibly receive college credit. Note: Mature Themes are possible.

GOVERNMENT/ECONOMICS - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 12^th  Grade; Prerequisites: None. U.S. Government, the study of government on the local, state, and national levels, prepares students for participation in the American political process. Emphasis is placed on the duties and functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Economics not only helps students understand the history, development, and operation of the free enterprise system but also helps them explore their role in the American economy. Economic theory and practice are emphasized. Current events also are an important aspect of this class.

GOVERNMENT HONORS/ECONOMICS HONORS (S-o-S) - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 12^th Grade; Prerequisites and/or Requirements: None. A course designed for college bound students that will be exciting and challenging. The focus for Government will be a philosophical study of government with emphasis on Supreme Court cases and current events. Particular focus is paid to application and debate of government philosophy in light of current applications. In economics, Micro and Macroeconomic principles will be explored as well as contemporary economic issues. Students will practice writing, reading and debate skills throughout the course as they develop their economic vocabulary and gain an understanding of the economic behavior of consumers, business and government in our global market.