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Prerequisites: None
Two Semesters- 1.0 credit Grade 9-12
World History combines a study of ancient civilizations and Medieval Europe, beginning with the civilizations of the ancient Middle East and continuing through the late Middle Ages in Europe (ancient material). It continues with an overview of the history of human society in the past few centuries- from the Renaissance period, or later, to the contemporary period-exploring political, economic, social, religious, military, scientific, and cultural developments (modern material).
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Prerequisites: None
Two Semesters- 1.0 credit Grade 9-12
U.S. History examines the history of the United States from the early exploration and colonial period to the present time of America. An overview of political, military, scientific, and social developments.
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Prerequisites: None
Two Semesters- 1.0 credit Grades 11-12
Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level U.S. History courses, AP U.S. History courses provide students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to address critical problems and materials in U.S. History. Students learn to assess historical materials and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. The course examines the discovery and settlement of the New World through the recent past.
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Prerequisites: None
Two Semesters- 1.0 credit Required Grades 11-12
U.S. Government provides an overview of the structure and functions of the U.S. Government and political institutions and examine constitutional principles, the concepts of rights and responsibilities, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the importance of civic participation in the democratic process. These courses may examine the structure and function of state and local governments and may cover certain economic and legal topics.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
Civics examines the general structure and functions of American systems of government, the roles and responsibilities of citizens to participate in the political process, and the relationship of the individual to the law and legal system. These courses do not typically delve into the same degree of detail on constitutional principles or the role of political parties and interest groups as do comprehensive courses in U.S. Government.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
In this course you will study the political, economic, and social issues facing the United States, with or without an emphasis on state and local issues. These courses may focus on current issues or may examine selected issues that span throughout the 20th century to the present. This course will be offered every other year.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
In this course you will examine the history, politics, economics, and/or culture of minority groups in U.S. society. The course may focus on gender relations, age religion, sexual orientation, race, and other discriminatory characteristics which individuals may experience. This course will be offered every other year.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
In this course you will focus on the study of one or more wars and major military conflicts in which the United States had a significant role. This course will concentrate on one of many topics related to war, including the causes; U.S. involvement; and social, political, and economic effects. Specific wars may include the Revolutionary War, American Civil War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, and/or other contemporary military conflicts. This course will be offered every other year.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
In this course you will examine the workings of the U.S. criminal and civil justice systems, including providing an understanding of civil and criminal law and the legal process, the structure and procedures of courts, and the role of various legal or judicial agencies. Although these courses emphasize the legal process, they may also cover the history and foundation of U.S. law (the Constitution, statutes, and precedents). This course will be offered every other year.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
Economics courses provide students with an overview of economics with primary emphasis on the principles of microeconomics and the US economic system. These courses may also cover topics such as principles of macroeconomics, international economics, and comparative economics. Economic principles may be presented in formal theoretical contexts, applied contexts, or both.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
Psychology courses introduce students to the study of individual human behavior. Course content typically includes (but is not limited to) an overview of the field of psychology, topics in human growth and development, personality and behavior, and abnormal psychology.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester- 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
Sociology courses introduce students to the study of human behavior in society. These courses provide an overview of sociology, generally including (but not limited to) topics such as social institutions and norms, socialization and social change, and the relationships among individuals and groups in society.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester - 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
U.S. Geography courses provide an overview of the geography of the United States. Topics typically include the physical environment, the political landscape, the relationship between people and the land, and economic production and development.
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Prerequisites: None
One Semester - 0.5 credit Grades 9-12
World Geography courses provide students with an overview of world geography, but may vary widely in the topics they cover. Topics typically include the physical environment; the political landscape; the relationship between people and the land; economic production and development; and the movement of people, goods, and ideas.
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