Social Studies
If a student did not take a pass Washington State History in junior high, the student is required to take the independent course in high school. If the student entered the district from a school other than one in the North Franklin School District and did not complete an equivalent course, they are required to complete the independent course to be eligible for graduation (WAC 180-51-066, 180-51-067, and 180-51-068).
World History SOC201-202
Length: Year CADR: Yes
Satisfies: 1.0 Social Studies Open To: 10
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
This is a comprehensive class designed to survey major developments in civilizations that impact the world today. This course will cover the history of the world from ancient times to the start of the modern era (up to the year 1900). Topics covered include major world religions, the early Americas, ancient China, the age of exploration, early modern Europe, and revolutions that ushered in the modern era.
World History to 1500 SOC211
Length: Semester CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 10
Prerequisite: Teacher Permission Repeatable: No
This course surveys the major trends in human history beginning with the rise of civilizations in the fourth millennia BCE and continuing to 1500 CE. The geographical gaze of this course spans the globe, and the narratives and historical contributions of distinct world civilizations will be assessed through the lenses of culture, religion, politics, gender, and the environment. Through source analysis, discussion, and other media students will gain a historical knowledge of past civilizations. Students can receive 5 college credits through EWU.
World History from 1500 SOC212
Length: Semester CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 10
Prerequisite: Teacher Permission Repeatable: No
This course surveys the major trends in human history from 1500 to present. A primary emphasis will be on the expansion of Europeans around the globe since 1492, and how this event continues to transform and affect non-European societies. By creating a global web of relations through maritime shipping, the movement of people, cargo and communications over long distances has accelerated exponentially. The focus is on how cultures have clashed with or negotiated the process of Westernization. Students can receive 5 college credits through EWU.
US History SOC301-302
Length: Year CADR: Yes
Satisfies: 1.0 Social Studies Open To: 11
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
The course begins with a brief review of US history from the Civil War to 1890. The class will concentrate on modern 20th century U.S. history. Next history moves to the Gilded Age's industrialization of business and agriculture in the 1890's to the outbreak of W.W.I. Using the "decade approach" (1900-1990) the major topics include: Roaring 20's, Depression 30's, W.W. II 40's, Truman Years, Eisenhower and the Cold War 50's, Civil Rights movement 60's, Vietnam 70's, the modern Presidents and the Fall of Communism 80's and 90's. In each decade the influence of politics, geography, social lifestyle, and economics are stressed.
American History to 1877 SOC310
Length: Semester CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 11
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
This course examines the changes and continuities of early American history from the development of colonial societies to the end of Reconstruction. Following a chronological timeline, students will evaluate and discuss historical voices in national events such as the Great Awakening, American Revolution, and the Civil War. Students will examine primary and/or secondary sources to produce a research project. This class fulfills .5 of the US History requirement for juniors. Students can also receive 5 college credits through EWU.
American History since 1877 SOC311
Length: Semester CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 11
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
This course examines changes and continuities of modern American history from the Reconstruction era to the present day. Following a chronological timeline, students will evaluate and discuss historical voices in national events such as Progressivism, World War II, the Civil Rights Movement and globalization. Students will examine secondary and/or primary sources to produce a research project. This class fulfills .5 of the US History requirement for juniors. Students can also receive 5 college credits through EWU.
Civics SOC411-412
Length: Year CADR: Yes
Satisfies: 1.0 Social Studies Open To: 12
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
Civics is the study of citizenship (what it means to be a US citizen) and government. A special emphasis is placed of the Constitution of the United States of America, the foundations of government, and the American economy. Within these concepts, the following topics will be addressed in a comprehensive manner: the Federal, State, and Local Government, the political system, and the economic system. Current events are included throughout the year using magazines as a source with a $10 class fee to cover the cost of the magazines.
Intro to US Politics SOC421
Length: Year CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 12
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
Intro to US Politics (POLI) 100 from EWU is a U.S. Government course meant to be a college-level class taught in high school. This class is designed to introduce students to American Government from a Political Science perspective, with an emphasis placed on the Constitution of the United States of America. This entails understanding the institutions of the United States government through different theories advanced by political scientists. While controversial topics are exciting and spur conversation and interest in politics, I will ask you to view these topics from an analytical, rather than a partisan politics perspective. You must understand the actors involved in the political process and be able to discuss them in a scholarly, rather than ideological, fashion. Part of being a good student and scholar is the ability to view topics from differing perspectives, recognizing the merits and defects of these conflicting points of view without becoming emotionally attached to any one school of thought.
This class fulfills .5 of the Civics requirement for seniors. Students can also receive 5 college credits through EWU. Current events are included throughout the year using magazines as a source with a $10 class fee to cover the cost of the magazines.
Global Issues SOC422
Length: Year CADR: Yes
Satisfies: .5 Social Studies Open To: 12
Prerequisite: None Repeatable: No
Global Issues (INST) 200 from EWU is a World Politics course meant to be a college-level class taught in high school. The goal of this course is to get you interested in thinking about global issues. Three key components to the current global situation to be explored in this course are; inequalities, violence and sustainability. While most would agree that these are important concepts globally, as well as domestically, how they are addressed will be somewhat contentious. With this in mind, we will also explore different approaches to understanding and resolving these issues. This is the critical thinking component of the course. Inevitably some approaches will seem more appealing than others to each of us. You will not be asked to relinquish your beliefs and convictions. However, you will be asked to understand that reasonable people can find value in each of the solutions presented in the text and lectures. Being able to understand the merits and defects of each potential solution will help you articulate your position more concisely.
This class fulfills .5 of the Civics requirement for seniors. Students can also receive 4 college credits through EWU. Current events are included throughout the year using magazines as a source with a $10 class fee to cover the cost of the magazines.