WORLD HISTORY:
(Grade 9 - Special Placement - one-year course) This course is designed to give students an historical background of the world in which we live. Ancient civilization, their government, geography, and contributions will be studied. Reading comprehension, writing skills, map skills and oral communication skills will be stressed.
WORLD HISTORY:
(Required - Grade 9 - one-year course) This course is designed to give students an historical background of the world in which we live. The students will observe civilization's growth through a study of ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient India, ancient Africa and China, the Medieval World, the Renaissance, the development of Nation-States, and the Industrial Revolution. Concepts stressed include geography, colonialism, nationalism, democracy, and monarchy. Skills stressed include reading comprehension, writing map skills, research skills, and critical thinking. A library skills program is also included in this course.
WORLD HISTORY-H:
(Grade 9 - one-year course) This course is designed to cover the major world themes and developments that link civilizations in Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas. Most of the course dwells on the year 1000 AD to the present; however, an early foundation segment incorporates the years prior to the year 1000. United States history will be included in the curriculum in relation to its interaction with other societies in the world. Concepts and skills to be stressed: Analysis, synthesis, document based essays, and historical research.
US HISTORY I:
(Special Placement - Grade 10 - one-year course) This course is intended to develop a background of historical information above the American people and their early heritage. It focuses on major American historical events, the forming of the Constitution, and the development of our system of government. Reading, comprehension, writing skills, map skills, and oral communication skills will be stressed.
US HISTORY I:
(Required - Grade 10 - one-year course) This course is intended to develop background of historical information about the American people and their early heritage. The course begins with the settlement of the original 13 colonies in the early 17th century. The course continues, focusing on major American historical events, such as the framing of the Constitution, the evolution of our system of government, westward expansion, the development of foreign relations and concluding with the Civil War. Reading and writing skills are stressed.
US HISTORY I-H:
(Grade 10 - one-year course) This course is intended to develop the ability to analyze and evaluate historical information about the American people and their early heritage. (European, African, Asian and Native American) Historical information is developed through an understanding of leadership and cause/effect relationships as set in a conceptual framework. Reading, writing, and independent study skills are stressed. The course focuses on the evolution of our system of government and the principles of the Constitution.
US HISTORY II:
(Special Placement - Grade 11 - one-year course) This course begins with the study of the Civil War and continues to the Vietnam Era. It will stress reading and writing skills, map skills, research and oral communication.
US HISTORY II:
( Required - Grade 11 - one-year course) This course begins the study of US History in 1865 by examining the post-Civil War Reconstruction period. Among the major topics of study are the following: the Spanish-American War, the transformation from rural agricultural to urban industrial society, protest and reform, the new American Imperialism, the Great Depression, F.D.R. and the New Deal, both World Wars, the League of Nations, the beginning and end of the Cold War, Korea, Vietnam and Post-Vietnam foreign policy, politics and economics.
US HISTORY II-AP/MC:
(Grade 11 - one-year course) This course covers the study of US History from the Reconstruction period through the 20th century. It will include primary source analysis, conceptual topic review, independent study, and supplementary readings. The AP test is a course requirement.
ECONOMICS OF BUSINESS:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one semester) This course will provide students with a background in economic knowledge in relation to business organizations, labor unions, and the stock and bond market. The students will analyze and evaluate the basic economic principles of supply and demand while focusing on its interrelation to the U. S. and global market economies. Business structures and their methods of capital formation and financing will be a major area of focus. The role of organized labor and the American consumer will be studied as the balancing forces of big business. A basic understanding of the stock market and investing will help students to better understand their own role in the ever-growing U.S. and global economies. If a student takes both semesters of this course he/she will be granted a college unit.
ECONOMICS OF FINANCE:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one semester) This course will provide students with a background in economic knowledge in relation to money, banking, trade and taxation. The students will analyze and evaluate the basic economic principles of the U.S. Government involvement with federal budget making and taxation procedures that guide our fiscal policies. An in depth analysis of our money supply and how it relates to our banking institutions will also be explored. This course will also focus on the institution of world trade and how it affects the growing global market economies. An examination of the problems of a fluctuating market economy will be contrasted with the economic goal setting policies of our government. Special attention will be given to problems such as inflation and the national debt. If a student takes both semesters of this course he/she will be granted a college unit.
LAW/CIVICS:
(Elective Grade 10, 11, 12- one-year course) This course offers students one semester of study in each of Law and Civics. Civics deals with the necessity of government. Students will focus upon the duties, powers, roles and problems of past and present Presidents, Members of Congress and Justices of the Supreme Court. Emphasis on political current events will enable students to develop a realistic appreciation and understanding of our government today and the importance of active participation in it. Students are exposed to the fundamental concepts of such legal areas as contracts, torts, criminal law, property law and constitutional law in a modern society. This course is intended to inform students about their society and its values; to encourage critical thinking; to break down any popular misconceptions and stereotypes regarding our legal system.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES:
(Elective - Grade 11, 12 - one-semester course) This course is designed for students who wish to become more knowledgeable of concepts and events affecting their nation and their world. Reading, discussion and analysis of contemporary topics will be the focal point of the course.
THE VIETNAM EXPERIENCE:
(Elective - Grade 11, 12 - one-semester course) This course is intended to develop a background of historical and cultural information about Vietnam and aspects of the American involvement in the war. It will provide the opportunity for students to understand the conflict between Vietnamese Nationalism and the commitment of the United States to prevent the spread of Communism. The long-term effects of the war will also be examined.
BUSINESS LAW:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12-one-year course) This course is designed to teach students about the legal aspects they will face in personal, consumer, and business law. The course will explore the legal right and potential liabilities of business people. Included is an introduction to the nature of the legal system, the basic law of contracts and the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.). In regards to the latter, an understanding of sales, commercial paper, transactions, bankruptcy and agency will be stressed. Included are the basic legal principles of partnerships, corporations, securities, personal property, real property, environmental controls, and estates and trusts. Business ethics and criminal business activity will be compared and contrasted.
