Social Studies

220 - GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 9 [Watch Course Video] [Additional Course Information]

This course places emphasis on the study of U.S. citizenship. Students are encouraged to develop a personal perspective through the investigation of historical and current events. Learning activities include reading for information, problem-solving, critical thinking, writing, debate, and discussion. Students will gain authentic experiences through trial, election, and additional simulations.

221 - HONORS GOVERNMENT AND CITIZENSHIP: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 9 / [Watch Course Video] [Additional Course Information]

This class is designed for highly-motivated students who choose to pursue an accelerated, in-depth study of U.S. citizenship. Students are encouraged to develop a personal perspective through the investigation of historical and current events. Special emphasis will be placed on writing, problem-solving, critical thinking, debate, and discussion. Students will be able to learn and apply these skills in a mock trial, election, legislature, and other simulations. Students must be able to manage their time and be able to handle a 12th-grade reading level with short and extended due dates that may include an average of 1 – 2 hours of homework a night. Homework may include assigned readings, research, or working on projects. The learning activities and skill development in this course will help prepare students for further study in AP social studies course work.

224 - WORLD HISTORY: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 10 [Watch Course Video] [Review Options for 10th Grade Social Studies]

In this course, students will explore the eras of world history in order to provide students with a better understanding of our human past and our world today. Students will explore these eras through chronological, global, and thematic perspectives. Students will also work to increase respect for human diversity through understanding; broadening perspectives; learning from both the mistakes and the successes of the past; increasing awareness of global interdependence; understand the significant events that have shaped world history. As students progress through this course, they will develop reading, writing, research, study, and verbal communication skills which will prepare them for college and career readiness.

225 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT WORLD HISTORY: 3 Terms / 3 Credits, Grade 10 [Watch Course Video] [Review Options for 10th Grade Social Studies]

This course is an examination of World History, from pre-history and the earliest civilizations to the present, with particular focus given to events since 1200 CE. This course will use both a thematic and chronological approach to dive into the patterns and events of world history. We will examine how cooperation, conflict, trade, technology, and cultural exchange created the world we have today. To fully understand the world today, we go back to the beginning of human societies. AP World students will “travel” through space and time, examining civilizations around the globe from Africa, the Americas, South and East Asia, Europe, and the Mediterranean. Students will develop the analytical writing and thinking skills required to be successful on the AP World History: Modern Exam. AP World History helps students develop a deep knowledge of what it means to be human and the characteristics that all humans share.

233 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT EUROPEAN HISTORY: 3 Terms / 3 Credits, Grade 10 [Watch Course Video] [Review Options for 10th Grade Social Studies]

This course focuses on developing students’ understanding of Modern History and its influences from Western interactions with the world from approximately 1450 to the present. This course has students investigate the content of modern history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods employed by historians when they study both the past and current trends in everyday life. This course does not merely focus on European history but its interaction with the rest of the world and the impact it has made on modern intellectual movements, culture, political institutions, social relationships, and economic history from the Renaissance to the present.

Student Testimonial:

• "AP European History has taught me many essential skills that I use today and will continue to use throughout my education. AP Euro made me a significantly better writer, reader, and note-taker. Aside from the skills that I’ve acquired, AP Euro is one of my favorite classes that I’ve taken. It’s challenging and very entertaining at the same time. Before the class, history did not interest me. However, the class has changed my perspective on history. If there is one class that I recommend that everyone should take, it’s AP Euro. Although it requires time commitment, it was worth the effort. This class is great for people who want to challenge themselves and improve their writing and reading."

US History vs AP US History Video 

208 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 11  [Additional Course Information] [Watch Course Video] 

This course is designed to help students develop a more sophisticated understanding of American history. In the process of chronologically examining US history from colonization to the present, students will analyze and interpret important historical themes and events amidst social, political, and economic changes. This course incorporates daily reading assignments, extension project activities, and a process-based research-writing component.

211 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY: 3 Terms / 3 Credits, Grade 11[Watch Course Video] 

This course provides a chronological examination of American history from pre-Columbian time to the present, with an emphasis on social history. Reading assignments are long and the reading level is advanced. Substantial emphasis is placed on higher-level learning skills and reading comprehension. Students will be expected to complete readings prior to the start of this course. More information is available on the WHS website.

Testimonial:

• "AP U.S. History has been an incredible experience. I’ve been able to not only improve my reading, writing, note-taking, and critical thinking skills but to make amazing connections with my classmates as we’ve delved into history in a way I’ve never done before. A great thing about this course is how there’s a variety of activities that cater to different strengths. We do group presentations, practice our essay writing skills, and learn critical thinking skills through discussions and watching different movies and videos. I’ve had a really fun experience and would highly recommend taking this course!"

251 - ECONOMICS, AN APPLIED PUBLIC POLICY, AND SOCIAL SCIENCE ANALYSIS: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 12 [Watch Course Video]

          HYBRID COURSE

This course is designed to provide students with opportunities to think deeply about current social issues and public policy actions; it serves as a culmination of a student’s social studies experiences in Wayzata Public Schools. The curriculum will challenge students to forge a deeper understanding of themselves, their community, country and world, and the issues we currently face. This course integrates core understandings of the social sciences, including a focus on economics as well as sociology, and political science, with the skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century: the ability to access relevant information, analyze and evaluate that information, and formulate conclusions in order to develop knowledgeable and active citizens.

• • Note: AP Micro + AP Macro + AP Research may be substituted for Senior Social Studies Economics.

223 - PREP FOR ADVANCED PLACEMENT HISTORY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-11 [Watch Course Video]  COURSE CURRENTLY NOT OFFERED

This course is designed to develop the skills needed to succeed in AP European History, AP World History, and AP U.S. History. These college-level courses require students to use historical reasoning skills and create historical arguments using relevant historical evidence. Students in this prep class will be exposed to the skills and content of each of these AP courses. In addition, this course will focus on developing a growth mindset and the “Habits of Mind” (such as critical reading, time-management, and study skills) that will prepare students for success in any of the AP History courses.

240 - ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 [Watch Course Video]

Beginning with an overview of the development of agriculture and the earliest cities, this course explores the development of complex civilizations across the globe. Students will pay attention to how societies evolved over time and the ways that they developed new technologies (for peace and war), governments, art, and religions. Students will also look into these cultures’ understandings of social class and their treatment of women. Students will have the opportunity to study ancient Egypt, India, Greece, Rome, China, and the Americas before 1500 C.E.

Testimonial:

• "If you enjoy learning about ancient history, culture, and social life, Ancient Civilizations is a great class for you. You will participate in a lot of interactive activities, especially with groups, that help you interact more with those cultures. The readings are short and not too hard, so this would be a good class for a freshman or sophomore looking for an introduction to the other history electives. It can also provide some background for AP World History students because it covers content before 1200." 

241 - ANTHROPOLOGY: 1 Term /1 Credit, Grade 09-12 [Watch Course Video]

Anthropology is the study of human societies by looking at their cultures and development. This course is an introduction to the study of cultural anthropology, which begins with an introduction to the origins of human culture. We will develop an understanding of similarities and differences among human groups, which will be encouraged through the application of the theories and concepts of cultural anthropology. Students will study different cultural practices regarding marriage, family, kinship, politics, economics, religion and the supernatural, mythology, language, and gender roles.

242 - TRENDING TOPICS: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 11-12 [Watch Course Video]

          HYBRID COURSE

This course is a study of current issues of local, national, and international importance, with examination of events as they happen, and the role of the United States in these issues.  Each week students choose the current events that we will research and discuss. We will also analyze the influence of media, its forms, and pop culture on our society today.  Upon completion of this course students will be able to critically read and evaluate various media forms, develop and articulate opinions on certain issues, show improvement in their classroom discussion skills, and, most importantly, demonstrate an awareness of current events and what is trending in our world.  

Note: It is important to note that much of your grade in this course is participation based! 

Testimonial:

• "Trending Topics is easily one of the most interesting classes I’ve taken at the school. It is such a beneficial class to educate yourself on current topics as well as practicing useful skills that you could apply to your everyday life. The workload is nothing but reasonable, and it’s genuinely an enjoyable experience. We had class discussions that were always laid back and full of different opinions. I liked the class so much that if I could, I would do it all over again." 

243 - MIDDLE EAST STUDIES: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video]

Students enrolled in this class will study and compare the “Middle East” countries of Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Israel/Palestine, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Students will focus on the themes of history, geography, population, religion, culture, political/government makeup, current issues, and US relations while studying these countries, with the goal of understanding the complexities and differences in the countries that comprise the Middle East region.

245 - WORLD RELIGIONS: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video]

For many people, nothing is more important than their religious beliefs, values, and practices. Nearly 30 percent of the world’s population is Christian, more than 15 percent Hindu, and almost 25 percent Muslim. Many other religions, such as Buddhism, are followed, while significant numbers of people are non-believers. This course will explore the major Eastern and Western religions, as well as the primal belief systems of indigenous peoples, giving students an opportunity to learn about the major belief systems that exist in the world while examining their own beliefs and practices in the process.

Testimonial:

• "World Religions is a class in which students can immerse themselves in new religions rather than just learn about them. Religion has played a crucial role in shaping present-day cultures, and this course allows students to deepen their understanding of the world’s cultural diversity. The final project involves students attending a place of worship that is different from their own, which was an intermediating but extremely rewarding experience. Overall, this class was an amazing experience for me, as I was able to draw connections and parallels between different religions, all of which made me feel more connected to the world around me."

247 - HUMAN GEOGRAPHY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 [Watch Course Video] 

In today’s increasingly interconnected world, it is essential that students learn to understand the world around them. Human Geography will introduce students to these key processes that have shaped human understandings and continue to redefine the way we interact with the natural world. Students will focus on global interactions between people while wrestling with important 21st-century topics including population policy, globalization, cultural preservation, and geopolitics. Through this process, students will develop a more sophisticated worldview. Students will be expected to read the college-level text and supplementary readings.

248 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT HUMAN GEOGRAPHY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12  

COURSE CURRENTLY NOT OFFERED

Prerequisite: Introduction to Human Geography 

In this class, students will delve deeply into many of the important forces that are affecting individual countries in the modern world. While gaining a balanced understanding of international relations, economic development, and the ever-evolving urban landscapes, students will learn to make keen observations and ask important questions. Additional attention paid to environmental challenges and solutions reinforces the application-based nature of this course.

250 - UNITED STATES MILITARY HISTORY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

This course is a survey of American military history and the interaction between society and military instructions, technology, and techniques, from 1763 to the present. Students will focus on such questions as to how changing “styles” of warfare, the composition of the military establishment (militias, citizen armies, paid professionals, mercenaries), and how the transformation in military technology has impacted state and society. This course will not only address such themes as wartime strategy, operational tactics, and combat technology but also the impact of warfare on society and on the remembrances of ordinary men and women in uniform. This course may appeal to students with an interest in furthering their future studies in the armed forces, Reserve Officer Training Corps, or on the United States Military Academies.

253 - INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video]

          HYBRID COURSE

Psychology is the study of human behavior. This is an introductory course to psychological behavior and theory. The course will serve as a general survey for anyone interested in the subject matter. Some of the topics to study include research strategies, the brain, child and adolescent development, perception, consciousness, learning, personality, and psychological disorders.  One highlight of the course includes a project where students will create and conduct their own psychological study. 

This class will run  as a hybrid and meet in person 3 days a week.  The other 2 days students can choose their work environment.  Hybrid is not distance learning (no zooming).

Testimonial:

• "I took Hybrid Introduction to Psychology and really enjoyed it. The class was paced well, so I did not feel behind on days when we were not in the classroom. Even though the class met three days a week, we still had a personal, in-class experience because we worked together on assignments and projects. The class supports different learning styles because it allows students to be independent and do their work on their own time on the days they do not meet in person, but it also supports collaboration on days when they are in person. All the resources are linked on Canvas, so it was easy to navigate no matter where we worked. When we were in class, we mostly covered the readings we did the previous night and some sort of activity that related to the concepts we learned. Homework was very manageable as long as we kept on top of it. Overall, I really enjoyed the hybrid model and would highly recommend it."

256 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT PSYCHOLOGY: 2 Term /2 Credit, Grades 11-12 [Watch Course Video]

Prerequisite: None

Psychology is the study of human behavior. This class is a college preparatory course that will prepare students for the AP Exam in the spring. The course will serve as a general survey for anyone interested in the subject matter. Some of the behaviors covered during term 1 include research strategies, the brain, child development, adolescence and adulthood, sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, memory, and personality. This will be followed by a study in the areas of thinking, language, intelligence, motivation, emotion, psychological disorders, therapy, stress, health, and social psychology. In their preparation, students will be expected to read the college-level text and supplementary readings.

Student Testimonials:

• "AP Psychology is a great class for students interested in topics related to human behavior, social phenomena, and neuroscience. It helped me develop new perspectives on how human beings work both as individuals and in group situations. The class involves daily readings that are important and the projects in the class are fun. Overall, I would say that it is a great class for anyone interested in the subject and a great 'first" AP' class for students who haven't taken one before." 

• "I would strongly recommend taking AP Psychology. Although it is an AP class, it didn’t feel like one at all. The content was super interesting, and class activities were fun and engaging. It was really cool to see how the content we learned applied to daily life, and I feel like I learned a lot."

• "AP Psychology was my favorite class this year! It was fun and interactive, and I think anyone who’s even remotely interested in the human brain and behavior will enjoy it as well. Since I took the class, I have developed a much better understanding of the actions and thoughts of those around me as well as why I think and behave the way I do. I came into the course knowing nothing about psychology and came out of it with new knowledge and understanding that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. As long as you pay attention in class and keep up with the work, you are sure to thrive. I highly recommend taking this course!" 

• "I highly recommend AP Psychology. One of my favorite parts of this class was seeing how the information we learned connects to real life. I find myself seeing examples of what we discussed even after the course ended. Not only did I enjoy the material taught in class, but I enjoyed the format as well. It was a very interactive and hands-on class with projects, videos, examples, and many other learning tools that I found useful. Additionally, this class helped me grow as a student. The applicational focus on many of the tests helped push me to study in a way where I don’t simply memorize but truly learn. This has been very beneficial in other classes as well."

258 - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: (formerly Y.E.S.) 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 11-12 [Watch Course Video] 

This class is an opportunity for students to develop their ability to meet the needs of others in schools or the community. Students will work in various areas that may include: tutoring/mentoring (preschool, elementary, or middle school), working with senior citizens, and/or other projects. Students will volunteer their time in one of the above areas during a regular class period and will regularly reflect on what has transpired throughout the week. Any hours not school authorized must be made up. Students may sign up for this course once as a Junior and/or once as a Senior. Review the Off-Campus Course guidelines.

Student Testimonials:

• “Civic Engagement was my favorite class this year! It was so much fun to interact with the kids and see how much of an impact we have on them!” "Civic Engagement was such a fun class, it was great to connect with my former elementary school gym teacher."

• "It was super fun to connect with an old teacher and get to help out students and form connections with them." "Civic Engagement was always the best part of my day, and I loved interacting with kids and old teachers."

• "I loved Civic Engagement because I enjoyed hanging out with the kids and getting to know them."

259 - LEADERSHIP: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 09-12 [Watch Course Video]

No matter which path you choose, this class will help prepare you to excel in your career, relationships, and life. Whether you serve in a current leadership position or would like to in the future, this class is designed to help students gain the skills and confidence necessary to be effective organizational members and leaders. Highlights include analyzing leadership qualities, developing presentation proficiency, and building discussion skills. Students will explore leadership content including Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People, Stephen Covey’s The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, and Daniel Goleman’s Leadership That Gets Result. The research includes past leaders and current best practices.

Testimonial:

• "This class taught me how to not only recognize characteristics in a good leader, but also how to effectively use those traits myself. Leadership is a very important skill to have that is utilized every day, everywhere. It was a fun class because of the interactive activities incorporated daily." 

260 - RACE AND ETHNICITY IN AMERICA: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [View Course Video]

This course will examine the role of race and ethnicity in America and its contemporary significance. The race and ethnicity of minority groups will be examined through the social science disciplines of history, sociology, and politics. Because of time constraints, the course cannot provide an in-depth analysis of every ethnic group in America, but rather key aspects of various minority groups in America (e.g., Asian Americans, Native Americans, African Americans, and Latino Americans) will be used to illustrate commonalities and differences among them. Experiences of these groups will serve to illustrate theoretical concepts and themes generally applied to the study of race and ethnicity in America. Throughout the term, students will be given the opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts and themes studied in the course to ANY ethnic group of their choice.

261 - MOCK TRIAL: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 [Watch Course Video]

Students will be introduced to the use of legal reasoning and argument in the context of trial advocacy in the American legal system. Students will have the opportunity to work on legal cases to learn how to write and deliver legal arguments and hone their skills in the areas of critical thinking, rhetoric, persuasion, and the application of legal reasoning. Students will take on the role of witnesses and attorneys to engage in fictional cases as either the defense or plaintiff/prosecution. These enactments will require students to write and deliver opening/closing statements, direct examination questions, and cross-examination questions. Students will also learn about the rules of evidence and how to respond to objections. Students should consider this class if they are interested in the law, persuasion, and/or communication skills.

267 - ADVANCED MOCK TRIAL: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 [Watch Course Video]

Prerequisite: Mock Trial

Advanced Mock Trial is a course for students who have taken the regular Mock Trial class or have experience with Mock Trial competitions. This course will jump right into Mock Trial cases and allow students to dig deeper into the law. We will do one Civil Case and one Criminal Case during this course. Additionally, we will apply the rules of evidence and objections in a more robust way building on the work in regular Mock Trial.

Just like regular Mock Trial, students will be introduced to the use of legal reasoning and argument in the context of trial advocacy in the American legal system. Students will work on legal cases to learn how to write and deliver legal arguments and hone their skills in the areas of critical thinking, rhetoric, persuasion, and the application of legal reasoning.  Students will take on the role of witnesses and attorneys to engage in fictional cases as either the defense or plaintiff/prosecution. These enactments will require students to write and deliver opening/closing statements, direct examination questions, and cross examination questions.  Take this class if you are interested in the law, persuasion, and/or communication skills.

262 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT U.S. GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS: 2 Terms /2 Credits, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video]

AP U.S. Government and Politics will examine the constitutional underpinnings of our democratic system of government and how those principles are incorporated into the division of power between the states and federal government and within our political institutions. In addition, this course will analyze the following topics: Political Beliefs and Political Behaviors, Political Parties, Interest Groups, Mass Media, Public Policy, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. The topics of this course will be examined on a college level.

Student Testimonials:

• "AP U.S. Government and Politics is a very important course. I feel like I learned information that will actually help me later in life. As far as the course load, it is manageable, and it is a good first AP class to take. I think anyone who is interested in government and is opinionated should take this course!" 

• "AP U.S. Government is a great place to learn more about politics, current events, and how the average American interacts with the government. The class is very lively and passionate about discussing politics. Students with only a small knowledge of politics, unique political views, or little AP experience can be successful."

263 - ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video]

AP Comparative Government and Politics is designed to be an introduction to the different political systems in the world. We will be focusing on several broad concepts throughout this course: globalization, power and authority in states, political institutions, and citizens of states, political and economic change, and public policy. Course content and the application of these concepts will be organized around a country-to-country format, focusing on six countries: Great Britain, Russia, China, Iran, Mexico, and Nigeria. The topics of this course will be examined on a college level.

264 - SOCIOLOGY: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 11-12 [Watch Course Video]

Sociology is a field of study that helps explain social, political, and economic phenomena in terms of social structures, social forces, and group relations. Students will explore sociological concepts and perspectives concerning human groups and will leave the course with a deeper understanding of how human behavior and social relations both create and are created by society.

266 - CRIMINAL LAW: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video] 

Are you addicted to crime scene television? Have you ever thought about pursuing a career in a law-related field? In this course, students will learn about the criminal justice system and explore the practical and ethical applications of law and punishment in society. Course content will include the elements of crimes against persons and property, the gathering and use of evidence, and the rights of the accused in a court of law. Students will participate in both small and large group discussions while wrestling with current legal dilemmas, and real-life applications of law and order.

Student Testimonial:

• "Criminal Law inspired me to pursue a career in law. This class taught me the intricacies of the foundations of our government. I learned about the rights I have as a citizen and the protections I have against the government. The various social issues surrounding incarceration that we learned about expanded my understanding of America and the systems within it. I’m very glad that I took this class; I’ve learned a lot about myself through it. I recommend that any students who are interested in our government and the criminal justice system take this class. This class doesn’t require much of a time commitment and doesn’t feel like work at all!"

268A/268B - ADVANCED PLACEMENT RESEARCH: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grade 12

Prerequisite: AP Seminar

In AP Research, students will have a lot of autonomy as they further the skills acquired in AP Seminar by learning research methodology, employing ethical research practices, and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they design their own research project. Students who complete BOTH AP Seminar and AP Research are eligible to earn an Honors Capstone Diploma from the College Board.

• • Note: AP Micro + AP Macro + AP Research may be substituted for Senior Social Studies Economics.

270 - HISTORY OF MONEY, TRADE, AND ECONOMICS: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12 [Watch Course Video] 

Money, trade, and economics are fundamental elements that have led to the creation and destruction of civilizations throughout the course of history. Modern currencies (including Bitcoin), global trade, and economic interactions continue to evolve in the 21st century, influencing our political and social networks. This can be seen in the consolidation of wealth amongst the world’s elite nations and the continued struggle of emerging nations to gain influence. Will the patterns of history continue to play out? Which nations will emerge victoriously and which will be destroyed in the age-old quest for riches?

276 - AP AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES PILOT:  2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grades 10-12  

Wayzata is one of several hundred schools across the country offering the 2nd year pilot class of AP African American Studies Students for the 2023-24 school year. Wayzata holds the distinction of being the only school in Minnesota to have had AP African American Studies in the 2022-23 school year. Students will earn a weighted grade for enrolling in this course.  

Students in this course will explore the historical, political, cultural, and economic developments that have shaped Black experiences and debates within the field of African American studies.  Students will learn about the diversity, strength, and complexity of medieval African societies before the emergence of transatlantic slavery and develop a broad understanding of the many strategies African American communities have employed to represent themselves authentically, promote advancement, and combat the effects of inequality locally and abroad. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, students will identify major themes that inform literary and artistic traditions of the African diaspora and understand the contributions of diverse Black communities in the United States.

Student Testimonials:

• "It gave me an insight into my history as a Black woman that I wouldn't have learned in regular history class." 

• "This class is about understanding culture and appreciating the African American experience. It isn’t about being able to regurgitate what you’ve learned but actually put the lessons and history into perspective." 

• "APAAS has fundamentally changed the way I think about Black history. Learning in depth about a culture and history that has previously been neglected by other history classes is invaluable to me. Learning about resistance, and joy, and success has reframed Black history from a tragedy to the story of a group of people who have and continue to live and thrive despite hundreds of years of systemic and social oppression." 

• "APAAS is a fantastic course that has really opened my mind up to understanding different identities and their histories. It provides a larger view of the history of the Black identity in the United States through not only covering recent history involving the Black community in the United States, but also going back to the roots of African American identities. The course focuses on the beauty of the Black community and will introduce you to new ideas and arts/music that have stuck with me! I highly recommend taking this course to everyone—I think there are things in the course that everybody should know to understand the society we live in."

288 - POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING: 1 Term /1 Credit, Grades 11-12 [Watch Course Video] 

This course is delivered through a Project-Based Learning instructional model https://www.pblworks.org/what-is-pbl, to provide students with a comprehensive experience focused on the different educational, vocational and trades, military, and workforce training options available after high school. Students will be provided with this experience in a guided academic setting, to evaluate and analyze their own personal and academic needs and goals and develop a highly unique and personalized postsecondary plan that they can follow upon matriculation from Wayzata High School. Students will:

• Be informed about the importance of planning and preparing for all postsecondary options;

• Analyze personal interests and skills, future goals, academic strengths and needs, EQ strengths and needs, financial strengths and needs;

• Identify and learn about various postsecondary options;

• Research the range of options available relative to individual profiles; and,

• Develop a comprehensive postsecondary plan.