In the course of study for Texas History classes, students will study historical individuals, events and issues from early exploration to modern times and the impact on our state’s history. Meaningful lessons will be implemented using digital technology and traditional teaching methods. Students will be given opportunities to have a “voice” while participating in class discussions and small group activities. Vocabulary and social studies skills such as learning about cause and effect and reading maps, graphs and charts will be emphasized. Students will have the opportunity to become collaborative learners, skilled problem solvers, self-regulated learners, effective communicators and global citizens as they move forward in their journey of learning.

In addition to the basic study of Texas History, the expectation is that Pre AP Texas History classes will work at a more in-depth and rigorous level. High-level reading and writing skills are required. Strategies such as analyzing historical/primary source documents, free response questions, and quick writes will be used to demonstrate the student’s ability to assimilate information. These skills and more will help prepare students for AP classes in high school as well as the AP exams.