In the Humanities Program, you'll explore history, culture, and human behavior to make sense of the world around you. You will learn to:
Think Critically: Tackle complex, real-world problems and form your own opinions.
Speak Up: Express your ideas clearly and with purpose.
Lead Ethically: Make smart, fair choices that create a positive impact in your community.
Participate in annual interdisciplinary projects
Earn college credit
Earn Humanities Program Certificate
Participate in an AP Capstone Project
Participate in competitions and student organizationsÂ
Participate in field trip experiences
Develop Foundational Knowledge and Skills - Equip students with foundational critical thinking, communication, and interpretive skills alongside a deep, interdisciplinary knowledge base in history, culture, and philosophy.
Provide Hands-On, Real-World Experience - Engage students in rigorous academic analysis into practical, real-world experience through projects and research to address complex societal and global challenges directly.
Foster College, Career, and/or Community Pathways - Equip students with the academic readiness and versatile, in-demand skills necessary to secure admission to top colleges and universities, compete successfully for entry-level careers, and immediately take on meaningful leadership roles in their communities.
Below is a sample sequence of course for students enrolled in the Humanities Program. Cells in blue are related to the program pathway. This is subject to change as the programs are developed by MCPS.