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Courses:
World History - CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE:
10
A multi-dimensional survey of World History concepts in the
areas of geography, economics, religion, government, technology, and social
issues
from the pre-historic period through World War II. Earning a credit in this
course precludes the earning of a credit in World History Honors or AP World
History.
World History Honors - CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 10
This course covers
world history from the pre-historic period through World War II. Earning
a credit in this course precludes the earning
of a
credit in World History or AP World History. Prerequisite: “B” in
English I or “C” in English I Honors.
AP World History - CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 10
This course explores the
development of Europe within the context of history by examining connections
to the past in order to prepare for the
future as participating members of a global community. Students use knowledge
pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion,
ethics, diverse cultures and humanities to solve problems in academic,
civic, social and employment settings. Earning a credit in this course precludes
the earning of a credit in World History or World History Honors. Prerequisite: Application & committee
approval required.
American History - CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 11
This course is the study
of the economic, geographical, political, and social development of the American
nation. Earning credit in this course
precludes the earning of credit in American History Honors.
American History Honors -CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 11
This course
is an in-depth, analytical study of the economic, geographical, political,
and social development of the American nation. Earning
a credit
in this course precludes the earning of credit in American History. Prerequisite: “B” or
better in World History or “C” or better in World History Honors
or AP World History.
AP U.S. History - CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 11
This course explores
the development of the U.S. by examining connections to the past to prepare
for the future. Students use knowledge pertaining
to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion, ethics,
diverse cultures and humanities to solve problems in academic, civic, social
and employment settings. Earning a credit in this course precludes the earning
of credit in American History. Application & committee approval
required.
American Government - CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 12
The content of this course includes a view of Anglo-American
political history and thought, the Constitution, the branches of government,
political
parties and politics, domestic and foreign policy, and the rights and responsibilities
of the people. Earning a credit in this course precludes earning a credit in
American Government Honors or AP American
Government.
American Government Honors (2106320) CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 12
This
course gives students an opportunity to learn about the American government
and the political process. It includes an overview of:
American
political history and thought, the Constitution, the branches of government,
political parties and politics, domestic and foreign policy, and the
rights and responsibilities of the people. Earning a credit in this precludes
earning
a credit in American Government or AP American Government. Prerequisite: “B” or
better in American History or a “C” or better in American
History Honors or AP U.S. History.
AP U.S. Government and Politics - CREDIT: .5 GRADE:
12
This course examines politics and government in the United States.
General concepts used to interpret American politics and analyze specific
case studies are presented along with the various institutions, groups, beliefs
and ideas that constitute the American political perspective. Earning a credit
in this course precludes earning a credit in American Government or American
Government Honors. Application & committee approval required.
Economics - CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 12
The content includes the study of the way in which society organizes
its limited resources to satisfy unlimited wants, the similarities and differences
of economic systems, and the use of economic reasoning in reaching decisions.
Earning a credit in this course precludes the earning of a credit in Economics
Honors.
Economics Honors - CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 12
The
content includes economics theories and principles which students apply
in learning to understand how different societies organize and
utilize
limited resources to satisfy unlimited wants. Earning a credit in this
course precludes the earning of a credit in Economics. Prerequisite: “B” or
better in American History or “C” or better in American History
Honors or AP U.S. History.
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