MS History Course Descriptions

UNITED STATES HISTORY TO 1865

GRADE 6

This course relates to the history of the United States from the Pre-Columbian times until 1865. The content of the course includes concepts in civics, economics, and geography. Students study United States History in a chronological sequence; learn about change and continuity in our history, and study documents and speeches that lay the foundation of American ideals and institutions. This course continues in grade 7. Note: Students will complete Performance Based Assessments throughout the course in lieu of the SOL test.

UNITED STATES HISTORY: 1865 TO PRESENT

GRADE 7

This course continues the study of the history of the United States from 1865 to the present day, thus completing a two-year study of American history. Students continue to learn fundamental concepts in civics, economics, and geography in the context of United States History. Note: Students will complete Performance Based Assessments throughout the course in lieu of the SOL test.

CIVICS AND ECONOMICS

GRADE 8

This course covers the role of the citizen in the American political and economic systems. The focus is on gaining essential knowledge of the U.S. and Virginia Constitution and the structure and functions of government institutions at the national, state, and local levels. Note: Students will be administered Civics & Economics Standards of Learning (SOL) Test at the end of this course.