World History
Grades 10-12
.5 credit for each semester of work completed, 1.0 total available
Students will explore and analyze world events in this survey course spanning 1450-to the present. Major units of study include: Global expansion, the Age of Revolutions, international conflicts, the emergence and development of new nations, and the economic, technological, political, social, and geographic causes of change.
US History
Grade 11-12
.5 credit for each semester of work completed, 1.0 total available
Review the U.S. Constitution and then use that knowledge as a framework to discuss the current political, social, and economic events that shape our world. Successful completion of this course may meet the graduation requirement.
Civics
Grade 12
.5 credit
Seniors are required to take a semester of Civics. This course focuses on the study of political and economic issues at the local, state, tribal, and national level. Students will examine the Constitution, focusing on the structure of the government as well as the role of the individual within a democratic society.
Contemporary World Problems
Grade 12
.5 credit
Seniors are required to take Contemporary World Problems, a semester course that covers Global Studies, unless they are enrolling in a course approved as an equivalent. This course will emphasize the study of current economic, social/cultural, political and environmental issues around the world. Topics include:
- International organizations, institutions, treaties and frameworks
- Current issues driving global events
- The role of the US in a larger global context
Students will develop their analyzing and problem-solving skills as a preparation for becoming informed and productive citizens.