Social Studies

World History

Course Code: 43032X0X

This course is a comprehensive survey of human civilization from ancient times to the present. Students will explore recurring themes and patterns across different cultures and eras, satisfying the graduation requirement for World History. Key topics include the rise and fall of empires, the development of major religions, and the impact of technological advancements.

World History Honors

Course Code: 43035X0X

This honors course provides a rigorous and accelerated study of world history. Designed for motivated students, it delves into the same themes as the standard course but with a more complex curriculum, including a deeper analysis of historical sources and events. This course satisfies the graduation requirement for World History.

Civic Literacy

Course Code: 43182X0X

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be engaged and effective citizens. Students will study civics, economics, and personal finance to understand their rights and responsibilities in a democratic society. This course satisfies the graduation requirement for Civics and Economics.

Prerequisite: World History

Civic Literacy Honors

Course Code: 43185X0X

This honors-level course offers a more complex and accelerated study of civics and economics. It is designed for students seeking a deeper understanding of political and economic principles. Students will engage in advanced discussions and projects to develop a higher level of critical thinking about their roles as citizens. This course satisfies the graduation requirement for Civics and Economics.

American History

Course Code: 43112X0X

This course covers the history of the United States from its earliest European exploration through the Reconstruction period. Students will examine the intellectual and political origins of the nation, westward expansion, the sectional conflicts leading to the Civil War, and the consequences of Reconstruction.

Prerequisite: World History

American History Honors

Course Code: 43115X0X

This honors course provides a more rigorous and accelerated study of American history from early exploration to Reconstruction. Students will engage with a more complex curriculum, including advanced analysis of primary and secondary sources. This course is designed for students who want a deeper understanding of the political, economic, and social factors that shaped the nation.

Prerequisite: World History

AP United States History

Course Code: 4A077X0X

This college-level course covers the full scope of U.S. history, from early colonization to the present day. It is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) exam and for intermediate and advanced college history courses. Students are expected to have strong reading and writing skills and are required to take the AP exam at the end of the course to be eligible for college credit. This course satisfies the graduation requirement for U.S. History.

Prerequisites: World History Honors & Civic Literacy Honors

Economics and Personal Finance

Course Code: 43192X0X

This course is designed to equip students with essential knowledge about economics and personal finance. Topics include money management, consumerism, financial planning, and the connection between income and education.

Prerequisite: American History

Economics and Personal Finance Honors

Course Code: 43195X0X

This honors-level course provides a more in-depth and accelerated study of economics and personal finance. The curriculum is more complex and rigorous, challenging students to think critically about personal financial planning and broader economic principles.

Prerequisite: American History or AP U.S. History