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Social
Studies
Courses
Elective Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
This is an introductory class for students who are interested in the Social Studies field. World Regional Geography is for students who have a thirst for knowledge of the world's inhabitants and the general characteristics of various regions of the world. The eight regions are covered, country by country. A great deal of emphasis is placed on location, size, physical features, assets, and the problems of each country. Memorization through the association of ideas is a key focus of the course.
2 Terms
2 Credits
Prerequisite: None
World History is a basic survey of Western Civilizations. This required course focuses on the key elements of history that have helped to shape our ideals as a nation. A sampling of units discussed are the Ancient Civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome; the Middle Ages and birth of the Modern World; democratic revolutions in England and France; the new approaches to worker problems that arose from the Industrial Revolution; Imperialism; and the wars of the Twentieth Century. Current events awareness and geography skills are also emphasized.
Elective Course
2 Terms
2 Credits
Prerequisite: Click links for requirements and application
Honors World History will be a rigorous survey of world civilizations with an emphasis on European History. This class will be a faster paced curriculum with more student centered activities, projects, and presentations. Document based questions will be incorporated in an effort to assist students in preparation for AP U.S. History. Units of student will be similar to that of World History (140).
2 Terms
2 Credits
Prerequisite: World History
U.S. History is a course that examines Twentieth Century America in detail. Emphasis is placed on social and group skills, map skills, data gathering, decision-making, and cause and effect in understanding our American heritage. A focus is placed on learning to relate historical events to current events, with the role of cultural groups and minorities in our society receiving considerable emphasis.
Required Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: U.S. History or AP U.S. History
Government is a required course that takes an in-depth look at the political system of the United States with emphasis on checks and balances, the three major branches of government, voting behavior, the constitution, and the bill of rights. Current events and class discussions play a large role in the class.
Elective Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: World History
Economics is the study of human efforts to satisfy our seemingly unlimited wants. It is concerned with the United States role in monetary affairs, supply and demand, consumer behavior, and gross domestic product. Major components of the class are an understanding of the stock market, monetary policy, and the federal reserve.
Elective Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: World History
This course is geared for junior and senior students who are interested in experiencing world cultures. Through hands on activities, textbook readings, and discussion, students will have the opportunity to learn about the various cultures of our world. Areas of study include: Literature, music, food, art, traditions of modernization.
Elective Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: U.S. History
Psychology is the study of the individual. Essentially, psychology looks at the behavior and mental processes of the individual. We will take an in-depth look at sensation, perception, memory, psychological disorders and their treatments and human development. Additional high interest areas include: stress, dreams, and personality. This class is geared for students interested in higher thinking who are not afraid to work for that understanding. This is an Upper level, College prep course.
Elective Course
1 Term
1 Credit
Prerequisite: World History
Sociology is the study of people in groups. This class takes a look at such social issues as poverty, the family, crime, minorities, and the life cycle. Sociology is an engaging study of how people interact, react, and learn from all other members of society. Social stratification, social class, roles, deviance, and culture are also major components of the course. This class is a college prep course that requires a paper and journals for successful completion.
Elective Course
2 Terms (online) 2nd Semester
2 Credits (NHS)
Prerequisite: Algebra II and AP Microeconomics
Students learn why and how the world economy can change from month to month, how to identify trends in our economy, and how to use those trends to develop performance measures and predictors of economic growth or decline. The equivalent of 100 level college level class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam.
Elective Course
2 Terms (online) 2nd Semester
2 Credits (NHS)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Students investigate the behavior of individuals and businesses as they exchange goods and services in the marketplace. Students will learn why the same product costs different amounts at different stores, in different cities, and at different times. They'll also learn to spot patterns in economic behavior and how to use those patterns to explain buyer and seller behavior under different economic conditions. They equivalent of an introductory college level course, AP Microeconomics prepares students for the AP Exam.
Elective Course
2 Terms (online) 2nd Semester
2 Credits (NHS)
Prerequisite: Biology and Psychology
Suggested: Anatomy and Physiology
AP Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research methods and theories. Students study core psychology concepts, such as the brain and sense functions, and learn the gauge human reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. Along the way, students will also investigate relevant concepts like study skills and information retention. The equivalent of 100 level college level class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam.
AP U.S. GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS (611)
Elective Course
2 Terms (NHS) 2nd Semester
2 Credits
Prerequisite: U.S. History or AP U.S. History
(Note: This is an advanced course in which the means of instruction will include: daily reading assignments of two college texts, technology based assignments, in class discussion, and exams.)
AP U.S. Government and Politics is the study of American politics, its Constitutional foundations, and the federal framework. Focus will be on politics, beliefs, and attitudes along with how they are formed and the way in which they shape the political process.
The course will also look at the institutions, which link citizens to their government including politic parties, elections, interest groups, and the mass media.
The course will also focus on one of the most frequently tested subjects on the AP exam: the structure, functions, and the interaction of the three branches of the federal government. Basic outcomes of our political process, domestic and foreign policy will be evaluated. Finally civil liberties and civil rights will be addressed.
Elective Course
3 Terms
3 Credits (NHS)
Prerequisite: Honors World History or World History with approval.
Students master historical knowledge and critical analysis, build reading, writing, and communication skills, and discover how historical events have contributed to American culture. By the end of the course, students will be ready to put their factual knowledge to work by weighing evidence and interpreting problems presented by historians. The equivalent of introductory college level course, AP U.S. History prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in history, political science, economics, sociology, and law.