THE FOLLOWING COURSES ARE ELECTIVES AND DO NOT COUNT AS A SOCIAL STUDIES CREDIT REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION.
EL26632 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY πππ
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
β AP Human Geography is about understanding the human impact on the planet through asking what is where, why there, and why care? AP Human Geography is a demanding but highly rewarding curriculum that helps prepare students to understand and compete in the 21st century. The dynamic of the push and pull of humanity is explored through population, climate/environmental,and social challenges. Physical geographic skills, map interpretation, political struggle, development issues and language connections are covered. The focus is spatial organization of place and region in relation to humankind. Consider taking AP Human Geography as your first or last AP class. Students taking this class will be prepared to take the AP Human Geography Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade and possible college credit. This course will require textbook and supplemental readings each week. Students will work individually and in groups. Students will be assessed regularly through projects, quizzes and chapter tests. Expect to spend 3 hours per week with homework. (2787)
For more information, click here: AP Human Geography flyer
EL36332 AP EUROPEAN HISTORY πππ
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
$10
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: none
β This college-level course acquaints the serious social studies student with the major trends and events of modern European history. It is the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college European history course and the only LAHS elective that focuses on history. Students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes from approximately 1450 to the present. Through in-depth study and creative activities, students develop and use the same skills employed by historians to interpret and analyze European events and their relationship to modern global times. Students build critical thinking skills by examining primary sources, cause and effect, continuity vs. change. Students can expect to spend, on average, one hour per class on homework. A summer assignment is required to be completed before the first day of class. Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade. (2710)
β This course studies political, social, and economic issues facing the world. It will focus on current issues,their historical causes and possible solutions. It will cover such topics as war, peace, diplomacy, economic power, regional and international organizations, international law, globalization,terrorism, nuclear proliferation, environmental degradation, and other relevant issues.
For more information, click here: AP Euro website
SS20213 NEW MEXICO NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE STUDIES
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 elective credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
β Ready to explore the rich Native American culture of New Mexico? This course will examine the culture, values, struggles, and triumphs of the indigenous people of New Mexico. The study of sacred and historic lands, cultural artifacts, traditions, as well as federal and state policies will be covered. Apache, Navajo, and Pueblo experiences will be studied. The intent of the course is to foster an understanding and improvement of the complicated race relations and cultural coexistence of the diverse citizens of our state. Projects, guest speakers, and field trips will be an important part of the class experience.
For more information, click here: NM Native American Culture Studies Flyer
EL36411 PSYCHOLOGY
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 elective credit
Grades: 11-12 and select sophomores
Prerequisites: none
β This course examines the behavior of human beings. Through large and small group discussion, hands-on experiences, video, and an individualized semester project, students study psychologyβs major contributors, examine the brain, investigate human development and cognition, and analyze theories of personality and abnormal psychology. Psychology is an interdisciplinary course that relates to many other courses. (2770)
Note: Because we will examine human behavior and mental processes, self-awareness and maturity are needed for discussions and the semester project.
For more information, click here: Psychology website
EL36532 AP PSYCHOLOGY πππ
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
$15
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: none
β This challenging course introduces students to the scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals. Though in-depth study and creative activities, students learn the facts and principles associated with the classic units of an introductory college psychology course: scientific foundations, the brain, sensation/perception, learning, cognition, development, motivation/emotion, clinical psychology, and social psychology. This interdisciplinary upperclassman elective perfectly interweaves the sciences and humanities. This course is intended for the committed student who has a strong interest in psychology and who is willing to work hard. Students can expect to spend, on average, one hour per class on homework. There is no prerequisite for AP Psychology. A summer assignment is required to be completed before the first day of class. Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade. (2773)
For more information, click here: AP Psych website
EL16511 STUDENT LEADERSHIP
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 elective credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
β This leadership class will require students to plan, implement and evaluate school-wide projects by using both leadership and problem-solving skills. Students will be challenged to understand their role in leadership, identify ways to best interact with others, work together to solve local problems on campus, and become an asset to LAHS. This class requires some commitment outside of class time and attendance at Student Council meetings. (0841)
For more information, click here: Student Leadership website