Social Studies

In each of the courses offered, students explore the themes of culture, time, continuity and change, people, places and
environment, the individual, groups and institutions, power, authority and governance, and production, distribution, and
consumption. Students acquire the skills to evaluate evidence, analyze and interpret charts, graphs, maps and historical
records, and construct sound arguments upon which informed decisions can be made. These skills help students develop
understandings and perspectives required for analyzing contemporary issues and problems confronting society today

WORLD HISTORY • 9TH GRADE • 1 CREDIT
This course is part one of a survey of the history of
humankind. Topics covered are: The Beginnings of
Humankind, The First Cities, Empires, and Religious
Movements.

AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY • 10TH GRADE •
1 CREDIT
This course provides students with the tools to engage
in the intellectual investigation of human history. The
the course provides students with the chronological and
genealogical examination of the African civilizations and
societies of those Africans who came to the western
hemisphere during the Trans- Atlantic Trade and the
extended communities they developed in the Americas,
the Caribbean, and the United States. Students are
introduced to the themes of migration, resistance,
citizenship, and relationships as a way to engage in the
study of humanity.

AMERICAN HISTORY • 11TH GRADE • 1 CREDIT
This course begins with a brief review of the period
from the writing of the Constitution through the Civil
War and Reconstruction. An in-depth examination is
made of United States History from Reconstruction to
contemporary times.

SOCIAL SCIENCE • 12TH GRADE • 1 CREDIT
This course includes units on comparative political
systems, the United States Constitution, the federal
government, Pennsylvania government, and economics.
This course examines the foundations and workings of
government and its role in the economy.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT AMERICAN HISTORY • 11TH
GRADE • 1 CREDIT
Student enrolled in this literature-based program are
eligible and expected to take the “Advanced Placement
Examination” as published by the College Boards. Those
students who pass the exam may be awarded college
credit for completion of this course. Students interested
should see the roster office for details.