Social Studies 

This course examines the development of the United States through historical concepts of change, continuity, and causality; through civics concepts of governance, democracy, conflict, and cooperation; through geographical and anthropological concepts of diversity and unity of human/cultural systems; and through the economic concepts of interdependence, limited resources, and functions of markets. It requires students to judge the past on its own terms, not by present day or current standards, to understand people in the context of their times, and to understand that standards and ideas are constantly changing.

1 credit

This course examines the development and dynamics of human experience through such themes as migration, imperialism, trade, exchanges, and transfers. This course provides a foundation and a rationale for active participation in our global community. It examines diverse perspectives, encourages diverse interpretations and historical empathy, and explores global conflict and cooperation. This course engages students in historical inquiry focusing on the historic, technologic, socio-political, geographic, and economic development of past and contemporary civilizations. Students examine decisions, events, and ideas of the past to make informed judgments on contemporary issues, decisions, and events. NOTE: CHA6300 Advanced Placement (AP) World History can be substituted for this course.

1 credit

This course examines the technological and multi-cultural development of modern Hawaii and how the decisions of the past account for and impact present circumstances. This course examines contemporary Hawaii, engages students in in-depth historical inquiry focusing on the historic, geographic, socio-political, and economic structures in the context of the complex interactions and interrelationships that have shaped and continue to influence major decisions facing Hawaii. Students will use the tools and methods of social scientists to conduct their inquiry and study.

0.5 credit

This course provides opportunities for students to actively engage in civic discourse and participation. It engages students in the examination of government, political activity, contemporary issues, decision-making and the democratic process. This course focuses on the principles, values and ideals of American constitutional government, global interactions and interconnections, and issues and roles of American citizens. Students are expected to take an active role as citizens and use the tools and methods of social scientists in their inquiry. 

0.5 credit

This course helps students to understand the physiological and psychological basis for human behavior. Students explore the differences between theory and facts that cannot be proven scientifically, in the context of human behavior. This course also focuses on examining research methods in psychology, exploring different learning theories, and understanding aspects of behavior disorders.

0.5 credit

This course synthesizes the economic concepts of choice and opportunity costs, markets, interdependence, and government roles. It engages students in gathering and interpreting data to analyze economic changes and impacts on groups and individuals. It empowers students to make and evaluate personal economic decisions.

0.5 credit

This course examines the cultural systems of the Pacific Islands, with a focus on analysis of cultural beliefs, practices, cultural assimilation, and preservation. It also examines the political, economic, and social factors that impact settlement and the ecosystems of the Pacific region. It actively engages students in multicultural problem-solving and decision-making activities and uses the methodology of anthropologists to investigate issues.

0.5 credit

This course is a synthesis of the geographical concepts of spatial terms, places and regions, physical and human systems, and the environment. Students examine past and present societies using the tools and methodologies of the geographer to develop and evaluate ecosystems, human patterns, and consequences of human activities on the earth. Students are actively engaged in stewardship activities.

0.5 credit