| WORLD STUDIES Grade 9 |
In this required course, students will study the geography, culture and history of Asia, India, Africa, Latin and South America, North American and Europe. |
| CURRENT ISSUES Grades 9-12 |
This elective course discusses and analyzes important
issues, events, and people who occupy the news from day to day. In
addition, major issues that confront our society from year to year will also
be covered. Covered topics include: teenage violence, underage
alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy, drug abuse, political issues, local and state
issues, and a unit on the college selection process. |
| WESTERN CIVILIZATION I Grades 9-12 |
An elective course that investigates the basic elements of Western Civilization from the earliest river to the Religious Reformation with an emphasis on continuity and change. First semester includes study of Ancient Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, and the Religious Reformation. |
| WESTERN CIVILIZATION II Grades 9-12 |
This elective course examines European History from the Renaissance to the current times. Major topics discusses include the Industrial Revolution, Revolutions of 1848, World War I, World War II and the Holocaust, the rise of Communism, the fall of Communism, and the break up of Eastern Europe. |
| CIVIL WAR HISTORY
Grades 9-12 |
The American Civil War is often considered the major turning
point of U.S. History. The war divided a people and a nation in a conflict
which in the end made the nation stronger and more united than it had ever
been. It created historical legends such as Lincoln and Lee.
This course will be an in-depth look at the people and events surrounding
the war. The course will use a text, first-hand accounts, documentaries
and group projects to examine one of the most crucial time periods in our
nation's history. |
| MULTIMEDIA HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Grades 9-12 |
This course will center on the study of political, social
and cultural aspects of the 20th century. The course will look mainly
at events happening in the U. S. Advancements in technology over the
past 100 years allows many of these events to be produced in theatrical movies
and documentaries which give the viewer a unique perspective to the historical
background. Much of the course work will be viewing selected videos
and writing essays over given topics about the videos. Other multimedia
such as the Internet and software programs will also be used. |
| U. S. HISTORY
Grade 11 |
This required course provides coverage of the history of the United States from colonization to the 21st century. Topics include global interaction, constitutional government, expanding democracy, economic development, pluralistic society, American culture and geography. This class will include intensive assignments with an emphasis on writing and research skills, cooperative learning, and alternative assessments. |
| ECONOMICS
Grades 11-12 |
The study of the basic characteristics of the United States
economic system with an emphasis on the role of private property, the price
system, competition, and entrepreneurship. This course will help students
understand the need for ethical standards for business leaders, producers
and consumers. It will bring students into contact with representatives
of the business community. |
| AMERICAN GOVERNMENT Grade 12 |
A general survey course examining the United States Constitution,
the federal system of government, and the structuring and relationship between
the national, state, county and local governments. Instruction in voter education
will be incorporated. This course will help the student develop knowledge
of current issues. It will also help the student learn about influencing
political and religious leaders, generating Community interest in crucial
social and moral problems, and building support for desirable social objectives.
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| SOCIOLOGY
Grade 12 |
Sociology is designed to introduce students to the scientific
study of human groups and the social environments that they create. This course
is designed to develop the skills necessary to understand the scientific process.
The study of groups, social institutions, processes of social change, and
analysis of selected contemporary social problems will be included in the
course material. |
