Academics > Senior High Social Studies Basic
Government/Economics
This is a two-semester course, for
non-college-prep students, focusing on the "how and why" of the
American Government and Economic system. This course is designed to
educate students in very practical elements of citizenship. The course
is offered every third year.
Government/Economics
Government is a study of the
different types of government, both active and inactive today. An
overview of world governments and an in-depth study of the United
States' government is included. Federal, state and local governments
are compared and contrasted. Included in the course is a two-week study
of the Constitution. Students spend time on current events, map studies
and Presidential biographies. The economics portion (or section) of the
course is designed to help the students gain a Biblical perspective and
understanding of economics. Principles of Biblical economics are
stressed along with a brief study of early American economics.
Basic World Studies
A two-semester course designed to
give non-college-prep students a better understanding of world events
from the creation of the world to the present. Geography and cultural
studies as well as current events are an important part of this course.
This course is offered every third year.
World Studies
A one-year study of world events
taught with a Biblical perspective from the Creation of the world to
the events of the present, including current event happenings. The
"whys" and results of world events will be explored. Geography and
cultural awareness is an important part of this course for enhancement
of the student's knowledge of God's World. The history department
recommends students should take this course in 9th or 10th grade.
Basic U.S. History
A two-semester course designed to
give non-college-prep students an understanding of their U.S. heritage
beginning with exploration and continuing through the present. "Famous
people" biographies, current events and map studies are included in the
course. This course is offered every third year.
U.S. History
This is a one-year study of the
United States from colonization to the present. Through this course,
students will see God's working hand in the formation of our nation.
The "whys" and results of events that shape our nation will be
explored. Students will also study each state as it becomes part of the
Union. Current events will be included in the course. The history
department recommends students take this course in 10th or 11th grade.
However, students planning to take AP U.S. History will not need to
take this course.
AP U.S. History
This course is an intensive study of
U.S. History from exploration to the present. Maps, current events and
studies of political cartoons are included in the course. This is a
college level course in which students may earn college credit if they
score high enough on the Advanced Placement U.S. History exam. This
course is only offered to 11th or 12th grade students who qualify.
Students planning to take several AP courses may want to take this
course in 11th grade. Prerequisites: World History and
Government/Economics.
Current World Events/Geography
This course is a history elective
designed for students in grade 9. Students will monitor current events
utilizing various media including newspapers, magazines, and the
Internet. They will also study the geography associated with specific
events. This course serves as an introduction to the Contemporary World
History course.
Contemporary World History
This course is a history elective
designed for students in grades 10-12. Students will monitor current
world events by utilizing various media including newspapers,
magazines, and the Internet. Classroom activities will emphasize
critical thinking skills and an analysis of events from a Biblical
worldview.
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