Middle School and Junior High Social Studies Courses

Grade: 6 Credit: 0 - full year

RISD: 2166 PEIMS: 2870000 

Prerequisite: None

Students study people, places, and societies of the contemporary world. Societies for study are from the following regions of the world: Europe, Russia and the Eurasian republics, North America, Central America and the Caribbean, South America, Southwest Asia-North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific realm. Students describe the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies and identify the locations and geographic characteristics of various societies. Students identify different ways of organizing economic and governmental systems. The concepts of limited and unlimited government are introduced, and students describe the nature of citizenship in various societies. Students compare institutions common to all societies such as government, education, and religious institutions. Students explain how the level of technology affects the development of the various societies and identify different points of view about events. The concept of frame of reference is introduced as an influence on an individual's point of view. 

Grade: 6 Credit: 0 - full year

RISD: 2167 PEIMS: 2870000 

Prerequisite: None

Grade 6 students study people, places, and societies of the contemporary world. Societies for study are from the following regions of the world: Europe, Russia and the Eurasian republics, North America, Latin America, Southwest Asia-North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, East & Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific realm. Students describe the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies and identify the locations and geographic characteristics of various societies. Students identify different ways of organizing economic and governmental systems. The concepts of limited and unlimited government are introduced, and students describe the nature of citizenship in various societies. Students compare institutions common to all societies, such as government, education, and religious institutions. Students explain how the level of technology affects the development of various societies and identify different points of view about events. The concept of frame of reference is introduced as an influence on an individual's point of view. Students identify the geographic characteristics of regions/societies and describe the related economic and government systems. Student-selected literature puts a human face on events and issues. The students will be introduced to the artistic elements of the Humanities to explain and compare past and present cultures.

Grade: 6 Credit: 0 - full year

RISD: 2167G PEIMS: 2870000 

Prerequisite: None

This course is for students who have qualified for GT Social Studies. Grade 6, students study people, places, and societies of the contemporary world. Societies for study are from the following regions of the world: Europe, Russia and the Eurasian republics, North America, Latin America, Southwest Asia-North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, East & Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific realm. Students describe the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies and identify the locations and geographic characteristics of various societies. Students identify different ways of organizing economic and governmental systems. The concepts of limited and unlimited government are introduced, and students describe the nature of citizenship in various societies. Students compare institutions common to all societies, such as government, education, and religious institutions. Students explain how the level of technology affects the development of various societies and identify different points of view about events. The concept of frame of reference is introduced as an influence on an individual's point of view. Students discuss the interaction of geographic characteristics, including economic and government systems of regions/societies. Student-selected literature puts a human face on events and issues. The students will be introduced to the artistic elements of the Humanities to explain and compare past and present cultures. Students will experience innovative instruction that encourages advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, creative interpretation and expression, and advanced oral, written, and presentation skills. Students engage in self-directed study and research to foster depth and complexity in their understanding.

Grade: 7          Credit: 0

RISD: 2001  PEIMS: 03343000

       2064 ESL             03343000

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

Grade 7 students study the history of Texas, the full scope of Texas history, including the cultures of Native Americans living in Texas prior to European exploration, the eras of mission-building, colonization, revolution, republic, and statehood, focusing on key individuals, events, and issues and their impact.  Students identify regions of Texas and the distribution of population within and among the regions; the structure and functions of municipal, county, and state governments; the influence of the U.S. Constitution on the Texas Constitution; and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Students identify the different racial and ethnic groups that settled in Texas to build a republic and then a state; students analyze the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the development of Texas. 

Grade: 7          Credit: 0

RISD: 2101      PEIMS: 03343000

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

UIL Exempt Course

Grade 7 students study the history of Texas, the full scope of Texas history, including the cultures of Native Americans living in Texas prior to European exploration, the eras of mission-building, colonization, revolution, republic, and statehood, focusing on key individuals, events, and issues and their impact.  Students identify regions of Texas and the distribution of population within and among the regions; the structure and functions of municipal, county, and state governments; the influence of the U.S. Constitution on the Texas Constitution; and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Students identify the different racial and ethnic groups that settled in Texas to build a republic and then a state; students analyze the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the development of Texas. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.

Grade: 7      Credit: 0

RISD: 2101G   PEIMS: 03343000

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

UIL Exempt Course

This class explores the connections between Texas history, art, music and literature, students will experience innovative instruction that encourages advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, creative interpretation and expression, and advanced oral, written and presentation skills. Students will be given opportunities for self-directed study and research. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.

Grade: 8          Credit: 0

RISD: 2002   PEIMS: 03343100

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

Grade 8 students study the history of the United States from the early colonial period through Reconstruction.  Content focuses on the political, economic, and social events and issues related to the colonial and revolutionary eras, the creation and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, the challenges of the early Republic, westward expansion, sectionalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.  Throughout the course, students focus on the impact of geography on settlement patterns, the development of the political and economic systems, the rights and responsibilities of its citizens, and the scientific and technological innovations that created the uniqueness of the United States.

Grade: 8          Credit: 0

RISD: 2102 PEIMS: 03343100

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

UIL Exempt Course

Grade 8 students study the history of the United States from the early colonial period through Reconstruction.  Content focuses on the political, economic, and social events and issues related to the colonial and revolutionary eras, the creation and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, the challenges of the early Republic, westward expansion, sectionalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.  Throughout the course, students focus on the impact of geography on settlement patterns, the development of the political and economic systems, the rights and responsibilities of its citizens, and the scientific and technological innovations that created the uniqueness of the United States. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.

Grade: 8        Credit: 0

RISD: 2102G PEIMS: 03343100

Prerequisite: None

Endorsement: None

UIL Exempt Course

This class explores the connections of the United States from the early colonial period through Reconstruction. Content focuses on the political, economic, and social events and issues related to the colonial and revolutionary eras, the creation and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, the challenges of the early Republic, westward expansion, sectionalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Throughout the course, students focus on the impact of geography on settlement patterns, the development of the political and economic systems, the rights and responsibilities of its citizens, and the scientific and technological innovations that created the uniqueness of the United States. Through innovative instruction, students will draw on prior knowledge to increase in critical thinking and problem solving skills, and will develop advanced oral, written and visual presentation skills. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.