Advanced Placement World History

This is an introductory college-level modern world history course. Students cultivate their understanding of world history from c. 1200 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like humans and the environment, cultural developments and interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organization, and technology and innovation.The AP World History curriculum is aligned and approved by the College Board and will prepare students to take the AP World History exam. Students will learn through a variety of classroom activities, independent and group learning experiences, research projects and assignments, and the integration of technology. 

 

Advanced Placement U.S. History

This course is designed to provide students with a detailed understanding of the people, places, events and themes throughout the history of the United States. On a college level, AP US History makes students aware of national and global issues and gives them the necessary knowledge and skills so they can participate as responsible citizens in our democratic society.  Through course assignments and assessments students are challenged to think critically and communicate effectively as to the solutions to problems in our past, present and future. The AP US History curriculum is aligned and approved by the College Board and will prepare students to take the AP US History exam. Students will learn through a variety of classroom activities, independent and group learning experiences, research projects and assignments, and the integration of technology. 

 

Advanced Placement Government and Politics U.S.

 

 

Global Studies

 The purpose of this course is to examine the current political, economic, and social issues in American Democracy and their effects globally.  Major topics of discussion will include poverty, taxation, healthcare, the environment, and the family dynamic from both the American and Global perspective.  This course also focuses on minority groups living in America, their reasons for emigrating and the part they will play in shaping 21st Century America. By discussing world events this course will help students view America as a member of a global community.

 

Economics

This course will instruct the student in the fundamental principles of the American free enterprise system and the factors that influence its function.  This course is designed so that students achieve a better understanding as to how basic economic concepts effect decisions made by consumers, producers, and government. This course will also describe how the American Economy operates and at times collides with the Global Economy, impacting world events.

 

Sociology

This course explains the place and behavior of people in society. The scope of study extends from concerns of the family to problems of mass society. Topics of discussion and analysis include culture, status, roles, norms, birth order, deviance, social institutions, social structure, and social problems. Students participate in a variety of individual and group projects that examine how groups operate and the conflicts that affect society. Speakers from the community and field trips illustrate practical applications of the sociological principles studied in class.

 

Urban Studies

Through course assignments and assessments students will be challenged commensurate with their ability to think critically and communicate effectively as to the solutions to problems in our past, present and future. Students will learn through a variety of classroom activities, independent and group learning experiences, research projects and assignments, and the integration of technology.