Why do we do what we do? How can we explain usual and unusual behaviour? Learn about psychology and the foundations of human behaviour in this interactive, discussion oriented course.  Students will study the field of psychology and research methods, conduct their own experiments, learn how human beings are motivated and learn, study how personality develops and the importance of family dynamics.  They will also gain more insight into human behaviour and development.  Increasing the students' awareness of self, family structure, and place in society will increase the ease with which they adapt to societal and cultural situations.  Students will have an opportunity to participate in the “Baby Think It Over” program in this course.

Do you have leadership potential?  Are you enthusiastic, creative, positive, and hardworking?  This is the course for you.

It is through the activities and programs that are run by the class that the students will learn to practise the concepts and skills of leadership.  The students will be involved in the promotion and running of various school events, practise public speaking and learn interviewing skills.

This course will evaluate the roles and responsibilities of leaders in a variety of settings.  An essential part of this class is active “hands on, minds on” experiential learning.  While students are learning content, they are working on school and community projects.  In the process, this course will promote good citizenship and develop leadership skills to help students cope in the general world.  This course is a tremendous opportunity to make a positive difference in the school and the community.

Success in this course depends on good attendance, self-motivation, and a willingness to try to learn new things.