6th Grade World Cultures: Course Description

The 6th Grade Social Studies course, entitled World Cultures, is designed to expose students to many different fields of study. During the year we explore Geography, Government, Economics, Citizenship, Religions of the world and different Cultures.

Topics May Include:

1. Human Environment Interaction (Adaptation & Modification, Physical Environment and Innovations).

2. Culture (To include Multicultural societies)

3. Population and Migration

4. Government & Citizenship (Human Rights, Roles and responsibilities of citizens)

5. Economics (Influence of economic activities, economic interdependence)

6. Religion and Culture (Cooperation, Religions and their impact, cultural diffusion)

7th Grade Texas History: Course Description

In 7th grade, students will explore the ever changing and unique events that occurred in the Lone Star State. In this course, students will visit many aspects of Texas History, we will begin by diving into the vastly diverse biomes of Texas’ landscapes and how the native tribes to the area survived and flourished within it. Moving forward we discuss the importance of culture and how countries, such as Spain and France, impacted our current cultures present in not only San Antonio but all of Texas. The events of the Mexican and Texas Revolutions for Independence bring exciting and deep leadership discussions of integrity, bravery, and persistence. We will continue to look in depth at the fundamentals of Texas government, the big boom of Texas oil, and the present day systems in place that keep Texas running smoothly. It will be a fun adventure rolling through the wide open plains of Texas History.

In addition to our exciting and engaging content, 7th graders will be given the opportunity to act as docents to 4th grade students for a full day field trip experience through Texas History. Students will memorize lines for their assigned roles amongst the 11 stations currently in place on the grounds of Bradley Middle School. As 4th grade students rotate through the presentations, they will step back in time and experience aspects of Texas history such as pioneer living, how to make adobe and its uses, how to create Lower Pecos rock art. Students will also learn about the life of cowboys on the trail as well as the life of the Native American Plains Indians. Field trips are offered from mid February until the end of May.

8th Grade American History: Course Description

This course is designed as the first part of a two year study of United States history. The course builds upon the content from the fifth grade survey of United States history but provides students greater breadth and depth than the elementary program. We start with early exploration of the Americas and journey through the post-Civil War period, known as Reconstruction (1492-1877). Course instruction is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, or TEKS, which include the following concepts as they relate to U.S. history: Citizenship, Economics, Government, History, Culture, Social Studies Skills, and Science and Technology.

*** HONORS level classes are supported through enriched curricular extension activities...***

***All Dual Language history courses cover the same material but in Spanish***