AP African American History  🏫 (FY)

This course examines the diversity of African American experiences through direct encounters with authentic and varied sources. Students explore key topics that extend from early African kingdoms to the ongoing challenges and achievements of the contemporary moment. 

AP Psychology 🏫 (FY)

Explore the ideas, theories, and methods of the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. You’ll examine the concepts of psychology through reading and discussion and you’ll analyze data from psychological research studies. This course will prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam in Psychology and the opportunity to earn college credits. 

AP Human Geography 🏫 (FY)

Explore how humans have understood, used, and changed the surface of Earth. You’ll use the tools and thinking processes of geographers to examine patterns of human population, migration, and land use. This course will prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam in Human Geography and the opportunity to earn college credits. This is a great FRESHMAN course!

African American Studies in Anne Arundel County  (sem)

This course examines the diversity of African American experiences through direct encounters with authentic and varied sources. Students explore key topics that extend from early African kingdoms to the ongoing challenges and achievements of the contemporary moment. 

Maryland History (sem)

Students will examine political, economic and social events of Maryland from the colonial period to the present. 

Honors Social Issues ⭐ (sem)

Students will identify, analyze, and articulate an informed response to 21st century issues and problems that impact global societies, and are “shared” by groups of people.

LGBTQ+ Studies (sem)

The course is designed for all students interested in learning more about the LGBTQ+ community and its history.

Department Aide (sem)

Social Studies Aide courses offer students the opportunity to assist in preparing materials, organizing, and running errands in the school. This is a great option for students who love social studies, the department, and who have an extra period or half-day schedule.

Honors Economics (sem)

Students will study the principles of economics, including the concept 

of choice, supply, and demand and the relationship of labor and 

management. Students will also develop an understanding of the role of government and international economic interdependence.

Honors Women's History ⭐ (sem)

Students will examine the changing roles of women in United States history. They will analyze the social, economic, and legal-political status of women in different eras in U.S. history. 

Honors African American History ⭐ (sem)

Through the investigation of local and national historic events, students will examine the achievements of African Americans in their struggle for political, economic, and social equality throughout American history. 

General Psychology (sem)

Students will learn the research methods in psychology used to understand human behavior and development. They will learn about the physical systems of the body and how they affect emotions and behaviors as well as learning theories and social interaction. Some students find taking this course better prepares them for AP Psychology, although it is not a prerequisite.

Psychology of the Individual 🍎(sem)

Students will study people and their interactions with others. They will discuss self-concept, develop an understanding of how people function as individuals and as members of groups, and understand the impact of social institutions. Prerequisite: General Psychology. 

Criminal Justice (sem)

In this course, students will investigate issues of crime and justice, the police, the courts, corrections, and juvenile justice. 

Sociology (sem)

In this course, students investigate the field of Sociology: the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. 

Honors Comparative Religions (sem)

Students will study the beliefs of the world’s five major religious groups:  Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam. This course is recommended for students interested in exploring global studies in detail.