SOCIAL STUDIES

We offer a diverse curriculum of social studies electives and as many or more dual enrollment and advanced placement classes than other schools in the district guaranteeing both high school and college credit to students who successfully pass the classes or College board examinations.

COURSES OFFERED
American Government - This course provides a general understanding of American Government, including state, county, and municipal government.
American History - This course includes the study of factors affecting America's development as a nation with a major focus on the Post-Reconstruction period to the present.

Bible I - The course begins with the Old Testament starting with Genesis and continues though Noah and Abraham, and Isaac and Jacob moving into the twelve tribes. The poetic books such as Psalms and Proverbs and the prophets Daniel, Isaiah, and Ezekiel, as well as some of the Minor Prophets.

Bible II - The New Testament course is divided into the four gospels, Acts, and the letters of Paul. The New Testament prophecy is covered at the end of the course.
Economics - This course provides the concepts for understanding the United States' economic system and its role in the global economy.
European History - This course provides an in-depth study of European history. College credit is given for completion of the College Board Examination.
Law Studies - This course provides students an opportunity to develop an understanding of the role that law has in American society.
Psychology I - Psychology I provides an introduction to theories and methods of mental health professionals.
Psychology II - Provides an application to the fundamental principals of psychology.
Sociology - This course introduces students to the sociological needs of individuals in a complex society.
World History - This course provides an overview of the chronological development of humans by examining the events that have shaped humanity.
AP Human Geography - A two-semester course designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester university introductory human geography course. This course teaches students about population statistics, religion, language, urban planning, agriculture, and economic development.
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