Social Studies

WORLD STUDIES 

Length:  Semester  Available for:  6th Grade

World Studies focuses on comparison between ancient civilizations, the Middle Ages and Renaissance, the Age of Revolutions, and the modern world. Students will examine all the social studies disciplines, including geography, anthropology, civics, and economics. Attention has been paid to reinforce relevance by connecting the past to the present whenever possible. 

WORLD STUDIES HONORS

Length:  Semester  Available for:  6th Grade

Honors World Studies is for students who have the interest and motivation to pursue the content and skills with greater depth and rigor than in the regular World Studies course. Students will engage in learning activities that emphasize historical inquiry. They will be provided opportunities to demonstrate understanding through a variety of instructional methods, which may include writing, reading of complex materials, research projects, and discussions. A focus will be placed on helping students develop the skills needed for future honors courses. 

UTAH STUDIES 

Length:  Semester  Available for:  7th Grade

The focus of this half-year class is to develop an understanding of Utah’s past and how it affects us today. Students will develop an appreciation and understanding of Utah’s geography, prehistory, prehistoric and historic people, customs, and traditions.

UTAH STUDIES HONORS

Length:  Semester  Available for:  7th Grade

Honors Utah Studies is for students who have the interest and motivation to pursue the content and skills with greater depth and rigor than in the regular Utah Studies course. Students will engage in learning activities that emphasize historical inquiry. They will be provided opportunities to demonstrate understanding through a variety of instructional methods, which may include writing, reading of complex materials, research projects, and discussions. A focus will be placed on helping students develop the skills needed for future honors courses