Civics and Economics:

      Credit: 1

      Grades: 10

      Weight: S

      Prerequisite: World History

As informed decision-makers, students will apply acquired knowledge to real-life experiences.When studying the legal and political systems, students will become aware of their rights and responsibilities and put this information into practice.

Civics and Economics Honors:

     Credit: 1

     Grades: 10

     Weight: H

     Prerequisite: World History

As informed decision-makers, students will apply acquired knowledge to real-life experiences.When studying the legal and political systems, students will become aware of their rights and responsibilities and put this information into practice. The economic, legal, and political systems will be expanded on through selected readings, projects, and written research essays.

U.S. History:

     Credit: 1

     Grade: 11

     Weight: S

     Prerequisite: Civics & Economics 

Learn important historic events from the institution of the emerging republic to the present. Examine events to show how they have shaped America’s relations with the rest of the world, and how they have shaped America’s democracy, culture, and economic system.

U.S. History Honors:

     Credit: 1

     Grade: 11

     Weight: H

     Prerequisite: None

Study the important historic events from the institution of the emerging republic to the present. Participate in extensive reading and special projects. Learn critical thinking skills, analysis of primary documents, and written research essays.

Advanced Placement U.S. History:

     Credit: 1/semester

     Grade: 11

     Weight: AP

     Prerequisite: Recommended B+ average on all English and Social Studies courses.

Study American History from Age of Exploration to present day. This course will deal with the who, what, when, where, and how questions of American History. Develop and/ or improve skills related to free response essays and document-based essays. Participate in a variety of outside readings. Earn college credit by scoring high on the AP Exam and receive AP weight for the course.

World History:

     Credit: 1

     Grades: 9

     Weight: S

     Prerequisite: None

Study Western and non-Western history from prehistoric times to the present with attention given to political, cultural, economic, and geographic areas for each country or historical period studied. Correlate current events with the study of various countries.

World History Honors:

     Credit: 1

     Grades: 9

     Weight: H

     Prerequisite: None

Students will study the economic, political, and cultural development of man from the time of recorded history to the present time. Participate in critical thinking, analysis of primary documents, and written research essays.

Psychology:

     Credit: 1

     Grades: 10-12

     Weight: S

     Prerequisite: None

Explore various facets of psychology clinical, educational, industrial, experimental, and counseling. Develop a deeper understanding of human development and behavior. Students will study Sociology with a focus on human relationships, social problems, and economic issues using a topical approach.