Wakefield's Vision Statement for Social Studies Teaching and Learning

Social Studies courses comprise the area of human knowledge and experience that pertains to people as social beings. It leads to a greater understanding of how historical forces, environmental factors, and political institutions over time have combined to produce the kind of socities which exist today. These courses serve as essential background knowledge for the development and promotion of intelligent and active citizenship skills. Our courses are designed to assist all students in their development of a self-identity and with a focus of helping students to become informed and contributing members of society.