World History
Grades 9 or 10
Students are exposed to a global perspective of our world. Students will develop a greater understanding of the evolution of globalization. More specifically, students will study the development and interaction of cultures, the interactions between humans and the environment, and the creation, expansion and interaction of economic, political and social systems. This understanding will develop from a combination of factual knowledge, social science perspectives and analytical skills. Special attention will be given to helping students work with their informational reading and writing skills through the year.
CADR
NCAA Approved
US History
Grade 11
Students will investigate the transition from the United States becoming an industrial nation to its emergence as a world power in the 20th century. Students study the transition of our country from rural agrarian society to an urban industrialized society and the conflict created by that change. Students also study presidential administrations, social issues, economics, and conflict and culture with a focus on the Progressive Era, World War I, the Great Depression, World War II and the Cold War.
CADR
NCAA Approved
Civics/Current World Affairs (CWA)
Grade 12
Civics will examine the foundation of federal, state and local government, focusing on organization and procedure, rights and responsibilities of citizens addressed in our Washington state and United States Constitutions; as well as current issues at each level; and electoral issues such as the election process, ballot measures, initiatives and referenda.
CWA will examine the evolution of the post-Cold War world following the fall of the Soviet Union and the collapse of Soviet communism. Students will incorporate current world events and world geography along with an examination of global issues, various economic systems, world cultures and the concept of global interdependence. Instructional units will focus on various topics such as terrorism, regional conflicts, world religions, the United Nations and the Global Economy. This course will enable students to attain a personal comprehension of our world and it’s geopolitical, economic and social tensions.
CADR
NCAA Approved
AP US History
Grade 11
This Advanced Placement course is designed to prepare students to take the College Board Advanced Placement Exams in United States History. The study of American history, culture and government from the pre-revolutionary times to the present are covered. Students with strong reading and writing skills are encouraged to enroll. Students should expect a rigorous curriculum and they are strongly encouraged to take the AP US History Exam. The exam scores may qualify a student for college placement advantages or college credits.
Meets US History Requirement
$99 AP Exam fee (subject to change)
CADR
NCAA Approved
AP US Government & Politics & EWU POLI 100 Intro to US Gov’t & Politics
Grade 12
This Advanced Placement course is designed to teach US constitutional government, including the following: constitutional underpinnings of United States government, political beliefs and behaviors, political parties, interest groups and mass media, institutions of national government, public policy, and civil rights and civil liberties. Special emphasis is given to the relationship of citizens to the structure and function of the American constitutional system. This course fulfills the district Civics and Current World Problems graduation requirements. Students with strong reading and writing skills are encouraged to enroll. Students should expect a rigorous curriculum and they are strongly encouraged to take the AP US Government and Politics Exam. The exam scores may qualify a student for college placement advantages or college credit.
This course also includes EWU POLI 100: Intro to US Government and Politics as an imbedded curriculum. This course is an introduction to the workings of the United States government from a historical, theoretical, and institutional point of view. Subjects of study include the founding of the United States, federalism, civil rights and civil liberties, political parties and interest groups, and American political institutions such as Congress, the Presidency, the Judiciary. The course also addresses fundamental concepts such as power, ideology, and the citizen role in democratic politics.
Meets Civics/CWA Requirement
$99 AP Exam fee (subject to change)
CADR
NCAA Approved
Sports History: The Impact of Athletics on Society
Grades 11-12
This course explores the history of sports in the United States and around the world, analyzing how athletics have shaped and been shaped by social, economic, and political forces. Students will examine major sports, teams, and athletes across different decades, focusing on their influence beyond the playing field. Topics will include the role of sports in civil rights movements, economic impacts such as commercialization and globalization, and the intersection of sports with politics and national identity. By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of how sports reflect and influence broader societal trends, preparing them to critically engage with the role of athletics in history and contemporary culture.
As an academic elective, students can anticipate a course that will provide engaging activities designed to deepen understanding of the interaction between individuals and society. For college-bound students, an academic elective enhances transcripts showing consistency in academic rigor. This course will be submitted for NCAA Approval.
Anticipated CADR
**NCAA Approval Pending**