World Geography

In an increasingly interconnected world, equipping students to develop a better understanding of our global neighbors is critical to ensuring that they are college and career ready. These semester-long courses empower students to increase their knowledge of the world in which they live and how its diverse geographies shape the international community. Semester A begins with an overview of the physical world and the tools necessary to exploring it effectively. Subsequent units survey each continent and its physical characteristics and engage students and encourage them to develop a global perspective.

World History

In World History, learners will explore historical world events with the help of innovative videos, timelines, and interactive maps and images. Learners will develop historical thinking skills and apply them to their study of European exploration, the Renaissance, the Reformation, and major world revolutions. They will also study World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and the benefits and challenges of living in the modern world.

US History

This course not only introduces students to early U.S. History, but it also provides them with an essential understanding of how to read, understand, and interpret history. For example, the first unit, The Historical Process, teaches reading and writing about history, gathering and interpreting historical sources, and analyzing historical information. While covering historical events from the founding events and principles of the United States through contemporary events, this course also promotes a cross-disciplinary understanding that promotes a holistic perspective of U.S. History.

US Government

The interactive, problem-centered, and inquiry-based units in U.S. Government emphasize the acquisition, mastery, and processing of information. Semester A includes the study of the foundations of American government and the American political culture with units B and C covering the U.S. constitution, including its roots in Greek and English law, and the various institutions that impact American politics.

Economics

This course covers basic economic problems such as scarcity, choice, and effective use of resources. It also covers topics on a larger scale such as market structures and international trade. It particularly focuses on the U.S. economy and analyzes the role of the government and the Federal Reserve System.

See Advanced Placement courses for more social studies options.