Class overview

The eighth-grade Social Studies: U.S. History course uses five big ideas of social studies (government and civics, cultures and societies, economics, geography, and historical perspective) to focus on an integrated approach to the study of U.S. history, from the land and people before Columbus through Reconstruction. Emphasis is placed on the significant events, critical movements, and perspectives of the diverse groups of people. The historical roots of our democratic principles are studied using primary and secondary sources to examine the ideas, ideals, and critical events associated with the founding of our nation. Through the use of inquiry, chronological thinking, and historical analysis, students examine the political, social, and economic dimensions of early U.S. history and make connections between the past and present. 

Class overview

Survey of Psychology:  Course includes the application of psychological theories and principles in such major areas of psychology, including abnormal, biological, clinical, cognitive, developmental, personality, learning, sensation and perception, and social; in addition to the understanding of methods used in psychological research.  Additionally we'll look at careers relating to the field and practical applications of basic psychological research.