SOCIAL STUDIES

MODERN WORLD HISTORY Honors 211

1 credit

This course provides in-depth examinations of global history with a thematic approach. Themes include World Religion, Revolution, Nation Building, and Modern Global Conflict. An emphasis is placed on historical events outside of the United States. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on critical and historical thinking. Major projects/ papers and outside reading are required. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

MODERN WORLD HISTORY CP 212

1 credit

This course provides a comprehensive view of global history with a thematic approach. Themes include World Religion, Revolution, Nation Building, and Modern Global Conflict. An emphasis is placed on historical events outside of the United States. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on critical and historical thinking. Major projects/ papers and outside reading are required. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

U.S. HISTORY I Honors 221

1 credit

This course is a review and in-depth study of the United States from the causes of the American Civil War (circa 1848) to the 1920s, as well as a unit on U.S. Civics during Quarter 4. A focus on modern-day connections to content standards will be emphasized throughout all four quarters. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on critical and historical thinking. Students will be required to work extensively on document-based questions, complete outside readings, participate in class discussions, as well as write two research reports and multiple response to informational text writing assignments. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

U.S. HISTORY I CP 222

1 credit

This course is a review and in-depth study of the United States from the causes of the American Civil War (circa 1848) to the 1920s, as well as a unit on U.S. Civics during Quarter 4. A focus on modern-day connections to content standards will be emphasized throughout all four quarters. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on content and historical understanding. Students are required to write papers, complete readings, as well as write two research reports and multiple responses to informational text writing assignments. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

U.S. HISTORY II Honors 231

1 credit

This course is a thematic study of the history of the United States from the Great Depression to the present. Through the lenses of the role of government, war, civil rights, and international relations, social, political, economic, and foreign policy development will be analyzed. Numerous outside readings and case studies are an important part of the course. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on critical and historical thinking. A major paper or project is required each quarter. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

U.S. HISTORY II CP 232

1 credit

This course is a thematic study of the history of the United States from the Great Depression to the present. Through the lenses of the role of government, war, civil rights, and international relations, social, political, economic, and foreign policy development will be analyzed. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with an emphasis on critical and historical thinking. Students are required to submit papers or projects as well as complete outside readings and participate in class discussions. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

AP U.S. HISTORY 230

1 credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of U.S. HISTORY I

The Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. History course provides an opportunity for students to pursue and possibly receive college-level course credit. This course spans the time from American Colonies to the present day. The course emphasizes analytical writing and review of historical primary and secondary source documents. Students can expect to critically examine the historical concepts that enabled the U.S. to rise as the predominant global leader. Successful completion of this course will be considered as a substitute for U.S. History II. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

AP U.S. GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS 250

1 credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of U.S. HISTORY I

The Advanced Placement (AP) United States Government and Politics course offers students the opportunity to pursue and possibly receive college-level course credit. This course encompasses analytical perspectives on government and politics in the United States. It includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. government and politics and the analysis of specific examples. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute the U.S. government and politics. All students will be expected to critically analyze relevant theories and concepts and effectively apply them appropriately. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

AP EUROPEAN HISTORY 240

1 credit

The Advanced Placement (AP) European History course provides an opportunity for juniors and seniors to pursue and possibly receive college-level course credit. This course spans the time period from 1450 to the present and introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. The course emphasizes analytical writing and review of historical primary and secondary source documents. Students can expect to critically examine the historical concepts to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

AP ART HISTORY 627

1 credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of MODERN WORLD HISTORY

The AP Art History course, open to students in Grades 10-12, will engage students at the same level as an introductory college art history survey course. This course will ask students to activate and deepen their critical thinking skills as they further develop an understanding and knowledge of the diverse historical and cultural contexts of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other media. Art will be viewed and analyzed by students, with particular emphasis placed on understanding how and why works of art function within a historical context. This course covers a timeframe beginning with Paleolithic art and ending with the modern day. Students will be asked to work collaboratively as well as independently. All students who are interested in taking this course should be comfortable with leading and speaking during group discussions and analyses and be comfortable with research-based writing. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

AP PSYCHOLOGY 1236

1 CREDIT

The Advanced Placement Psychology course, open to students in Grades 10-12, is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

YOUTH AND THE LAW CP 225

.5 credit

This course, open to students in Grades 10-12, emphasizes the role of the individual with regard to the law. There will be an in-depth study of criminal law, civil law, juvenile law, and the law of contracts. A research paper and/or a major project will be required. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY CP 229

.5 credit

This course will reinforce and apply the students’ comprehension and interpretation of geographical knowledge. Students will study major world regions based on the five themes of geography: physical, human, cultural, economic, and political. A major paper and/or project, map work, and class activities will be required. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio. This course is open to all students.

ANCIENT STUDIES: THE GREEK WORLD Honors 235

.5 credit

This course is an elective honors level course for students in Grades 11-12. This course is an in-depth study of the development of Western Civilization. It details Greek Mythology, the emergence of Greek city-states, the achievements of Alexander the Great spreading the Hellenistic culture throughout the Mediterranean world. The course emphasizes the literature, architecture, and cultural achievements by each civilization. Numerous outside readings are an important part of the course. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with a focus on critical and historical thinking. A major paper or project is required each quarter. Students will have an opportunity to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

ANCIENT STUDIES: THE ROMAN WORLD Honors 245

.5 credit

This course is an elective honors level course for students in Grades 11-12. This course is an in-depth study of the development of Western Civilization. It details Roman Mythology and the rise and fall of the Roman Republic. The course also details the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. The course emphasizes the literature, architecture, and cultural achievements of the Romans. Numerous outside reading is an important part of the course. Students will be expected to analyze primary and secondary source documents with a focus on critical and historical thinking. A major paper or project is required each quarter. Students will have an opportunity to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY CP 227

.5 credit

This course explores the individual’s role and relationship with society. Content focuses around topics that include learning, memory, gender roles, personality, social interaction, deviance, and human development. Class discussions, observations, and analyses are integral aspects of this course. Student synopsis of available psychological literature may be required. Students will be required to complete four observation tasks for the semester. This course is offered to students in Grades 11 and 12. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES CP 234

.5 credit

This course has flexibility to allow for the exploration of the most pressing and immediate national and international issues. The following are some of the many topics discussed in the course: terrorism, drug problems, environment, equality, constitutional rights, national defense, and the political, economic, and social structures of the United States. Required coursework includes outside readings such as newspaper and magazine articles, case studies, and a major project. In-class time allows for discussion and open dialogue regarding these issues. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the Graduation Portfolio.

RHODE ISLAND HISTORY Honors 1214

.5 credit

This one-semester course provides Chariho students with an overview of Rhode Island’s geography, history, demographics, and civic culture. Particular emphasis is placed on the groups of people from their arrival in Rhode Island to the present day -- the Narragansett, Wampanoag and other First Peoples, Roger Williams and the English settlement of Providence and other towns, African-Americans and the role of slavery in the colonial economy -- and other groups who arrived as immigrants and their contribution to the culture and politics of the state. The course also examines civics, civil rights, and democracy in the context of Rhode Island’s complex political economy, and the successes and challenges in growing Rhode Island’s economy from the 1600s to the present. Students will be required to work extensively on document-based questions, complete outside readings, participate in class discussions. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.

RHODE ISLAND HISTORY CP 1215

.5 credit

This one-semester course provides Chariho students with an overview of Rhode Island’s geography, history, demographics, and civic culture. Particular emphasis is placed on the groups of people from their arrival in Rhode Island to the present day -- the Narragansett, Wampanoag and other First Peoples, Roger Williams and the English settlement of Providence and other towns, African-Americans and the role of slavery in the colonial economy -- and other groups who arrived as immigrants and their contribution to the culture and politics of the state. The course also examines civics, civil rights, and democracy in the context of Rhode Island’s complex political economy, and the successes and challenges in growing Rhode Island’s economy from the 1600s to the present. Students will have opportunities to produce work that may meet the requirements for Expectations 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 of the Graduation Portfolio.