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| Course ID | Credits |
Grade |
| 111 Honors World History 1 | 1 |
9 |
| This course is designed to provide a more in depth study of thematic and chronological history of global events. Through the nature of this course, students should develop an understanding of the global evoluntionary process and a balanced study of global history with emphasis on Africa, Asia, Europe, and the American continents. An integral part of this course will be the use of primary documents, maps, debates, analytical skills as well as research projects all designed to enhance the writing of a historical essay. | ||
| 113 World History 1 | 1 |
9 |
| This course analyzes the significant individuals and the political, social, cultural, and religious forces that have shaped world history. The student is required to interpret facts and historical trends through the following topics: geography, major world religions, and the Medieval Age. Students learn the rich heritage and achievement of other cultural groups as well as gain an appreciation for and an understanding of the forces that shape a society. Students in this course will use higher thinking skills to become aware of the universality of human needs and the reality of global interdependence. | ||
| 123 World History 2 | 1/2 |
10 |
| This semester course is designed to transition from the medieval times to the modern era, commencing with the study of the Renaissance, and concluding with twentieth century historical events. Emphasis will be directed toward the talents of the artists of the historical events. Emphasis will be directed toward the talents of the artist of the Renaissance, the Reformation and the rise of the Monarchs and how this has impacted world events. Students will also be introduced to the art and role of diplomatic meetings as they study the power of the monarchs and enfolding of diverse governments in Europe. Revolutions of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries will also be examined in light of the world impact and significance for later history. The economic and political ramifications of the Industrial Revolution will also be highlighted as time marches forward into the current century. Through such a comprehensive study of events, students will gain an understanding of the global experiences of all humanity and be able to apply knowledge to their own growth and development of world citizens. | ||
| 133 U.S. Government/Constitution | 1/2 |
10 |
| This semester course will focus on the development and progression of American government today evolving from British institutions resulting in the Articles of Confederation and concluding with the U.S. Constitution in 1789. Students will study the political and economic conditions following the American Revolution that brought about the need for revision in the national government resulting in the Constitution. A detailed study of the three branches of government-the legislative, executive, and judicial- will ensue with connections to the Bill of Rights. Concrete examples of the workings of these branches, along with a study of current American government, will comprise a large segment of the course. Special emphasis will also be directed to the process of voting as students study the issues and platforms of political parties and candidates in an effort to become better-informed citizens and decision makers. | ||
| 124 African-American History | 1/2 |
11, 12 |
| The objective of this course is a greater understanding and appreciation of the many contributions of African-Americans in American History. Students will study slavery from the Reconstruction period of the nineteenth century to the Civil Rights movement of the twentieth century. They also will examine slavery of the nineteenth century through the labor movement and will be able to highlight the many contributions made by African-Americans in the field of inventions. Finally, students will study the development and contributions of African-Americans to the Jazz Era and the accomplishments of numerous African-American artists and entertainers. | ||
| 153 Sociology | 1 |
11, 12 |
| Sociology introduces the student to the basic concepts as well as the tools and methods used by specialists in this field while studying social life, relationships and social problems. The course is designed so that students will acquire a greater understanding of human group life and the role of the individual. | ||
| 134 The Holocaust & Human Rights | 1/2 |
11, 12 |
| This course develops an understanding of human rights and issues of genocide in history. Students will examine issues of the Holocaust and subsequent occurrences of genocide with emphasis placed on avoiding the potential of a repetition of history. Students will also develop the skills to identify root causes endangering basic human rights. | ||
| 143 U.S. History Survey | 1 |
11, 12 |
| The goal of the U.S. History Survey course is to help develop active and thoughtful citizens. This survey covers some of the social, economic and political trends in the development of our country from the Revolution to the present. The content of the course is divided into major segments of study, which enable the student to understand the cause-effect relationships between events but also to gain appreciation for the impact of said events on modern America.The major areas of study are the Constitution and the U.S. Federal system, the impact both politically and socially of the acquisition of land; and the continuing struggle in America for a more democratic society in the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty first centuries. | ||
| 140 AP U.S. History | 1 |
11 |
| The AP program in United States History provides students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States history. The program prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those made in full-year introductory college courses. Students should learn to assess historical materials-their relevance to a given interpretive problem, their reliability, and their importance-and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. An AP United States History course develops in students the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasoned evidence clearly and persuasively in an essay format. Students who enroll in this course should expect to take the AP Exam in May. . | ||
| 163 U.S. Political History | 1 |
11, 12 |
| The U.S. Political History course prepares students to become involved in the evolving political process by becoming knowledgeable, thoughtful citizens. This program consists of a study of the development of our political institutions from their origins in Medieval England to the present day. Those historical figures and events that have contributed to the shape of our present government are the focus.This course will stress the study of the Constitution, the development of the U.S. two party system, the role of third parties, the influence of reform groups from the Populists through legislation of the Great Society, as well as anti-democratic movements. The course will conclude with a review of the two party system since 1968 and the ongoing evolution of our democratic government as we continue a third century of “republican government”. | ||
| 173 Twenty-First Century | 1 |
12 |
| Students draw upon and apply their knowledge gained in previous social studies courses in examining selected topics influencing American society and our contemporary world. Students will be given opportunities to develop and clarify their own viewpoints on a wide range of topics. Global issues are used as a means to illustrate the historic and contemporary linkages between the countries and regions of the world. By reading and developing social studies skills, students will become active, involved citizens. The principles of a democratic system and civic values will serve as an organizing idea for this course. | ||
| 131 Honors U.S. History 1 | 1 |
11 |
| This course is multi-dimensional, emphasizing the political, social, legal and economic events and situations that have shaped American history. Students will trace the concept of dissent as it culminated with the war for independence and study the development of liberties after this conflict. This course will also focus on the development of our national government and will analyze the role of the presidents and the impact of their decision-making power on the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Students pursue serious research, informed discussion, written analysis, independent study and historical interpretation in to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of American history. Students enrolled in the two-year Honors Program will also be involved in the Model Senate during junior and senior year. | ||
| 141 Honors U.S. History 2 | 1 |
12 |
| This is a survey course of the origins, structure, and actions of the three branches of national government as well as state and local governments in the United States. The course analyzes U.S. governmental institutions and political processes in order to explain how and why major policy decisions are made. The course offers an in-depth study of mid to late nineteenth century and twentieth century U.S. history in order to compare and contrast the evolution of government institutions that exist today.The content of the course includes the consideration of the following topics: democratic government in the U.S., the development of the U.S. and its people, the processes and actions of Congress, national policy-makers and their programs, and the role of interest groups and the media. The course concludes with an examination of twentieth century U.S. domestic and foreign policy issues.The quality of the student’s practical application of the course’s content is assessed through participation and leadership in the Model Senate. | ||