Social Studies Course Descriptions
AMERICA AT WAR I
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 1st Semester)
AMERICA AT WAR I is a history course that investigates the role of the military in American history from the French and Indian Wars through the Amerindian Wars. Students will study strategies, tactics, and technological developments that shaped diplomatic, social, and political aspects of the American military. Prerequisites: World History.
AMERICA AT WAR II
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 2nd Semester)
AMERICA AT WAR II is a history course that investigates the role of the military in American history from the Spanish-American War to the present. Students will study strategies, tactics, and technological developments that shaped diplomatic, social, and political aspects of the American military. Prerequisites: World History.
AMERICAN HISTORY
(1 unit, Grade 10, 2 semesters)
This sophomore-level course will track our progression as a nation from the Reconstruction to present day. Special focus will be given to each decade as we guide the student to an understanding and knowledge of the basics of our nation’s history.
(1 unit, Grade 10, 2 semesters)
This sophomore-level course will track our progression as a nation from the Reconstruction to present day. Special focus will be given to each decade as we guide the student to an understanding and knowledge of the basics of our nation’s history.
AMERICAN HISTORY THROUGH MUSIC
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
This course will examine the American experience through its music. It will provide a lens through which the student can view our European roots, social and political history. The immigrant experience, colonial times, our many wars and struggles, civil rights, our social and political history will all be chronicled by listening to the music and studying the artists and audience for which it was meant. Prerequisite: 1 credit in American History.
APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES
(1 unit, Grade 9, 2 semesters)
This course is an introductory course for incoming freshman that strengthens basic Social Studies concepts and skills. Students will be introduced to themes of geography, social and cultural perspectives, civic and political responsibilities, historical analysis, and economic variables that affect their lives. Students will also perform cause-effect relationships, visual aid analysis, scholarly communication, and other foundation skills applicable to their lives.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
This course is an in-depth study of current events for juniors and seniors. This class would be used as a tool to help the students become more aware of current world happenings. Sources may be daily newspapers, current magazines or TV shows such as "60 Minutes."
ECONOMICS
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 1 semester)
This course is designed to prepare the students to be active participants in the mixed economy of the United States
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
(1 unit, Grades 11-12, 2 semesters)
This course is designed to meet the needs of juniors and seniors. The major topics covered include comparative government, philosophy of government, branches of the federal government, political parties, electoral process, voting responsibility, interest groups, state and local government, and foreign policy. In addition to other requirements students must be able to demonstrate, through examinations, their knowledge and understanding of the basic provisions and principles of the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Missouri as prescribed by state law. Offered for dual enrollment college credit (3 hours).
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
(1 unit, Grades 11-12, 2 semesters)
This course is designed to meet the needs of juniors and seniors. The major topics covered include comparative government, philosophy of government, branches of the federal government, political parties, electoral process, voting responsibility, interest groups, state and local government, and foreign policy. In addition to other requirements students must be able to demonstrate, through examinations, their knowledge and understanding of the basic provisions and principles of the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Missouri as prescribed by state law. Offered for dual enrollment college credit (3 hours).
MISSOURI HISTORY
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 1 semester)
This one-semester course is designed to familiarize the student with the major ideas and people involved in the development of the state of Missouri Missouri
PSYCHOLOGY
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
This one semester course is the science of behavior. Emphasis is on the scientific studies of learning, intelligence, motivation, personality, sensation and perception, and human growth and development. Interesting topics in the related area of parapsychology, including hypnosis, extrasensory perception, and psychokinesis are discussed.
SOCIOLOGY
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
This one semester course is the science of group behavior and human relationships. Emphasis is placed on the development of culture, how group processes affect behavior, and the interrelatedness of social institutions. Areas of study and discussion include adolescence, the family and education. Learning activities are related to social change and contemporary social issues and problems.
SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 1 semester)
This one semester course investigate the history of contemporary topics. The role of the student will be to engage in the discussion of various topics to discover the truth rooted in history. Offered during the summer only.
(1/2 unit, Grades 10-12, 1 semester)
This one semester course investigate the history of contemporary topics. The role of the student will be to engage in the discussion of various topics to discover the truth rooted in history. Offered during the summer only.
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
Western Civilization I is designed to increase one’s knowledge of the events, ideas, and people which have shaped this hemisphere from the earliest civilizations to the 1300’s. The students will gain knowledge of cultures and countries throughout history and be able to discern how these cultures and societies have changed over the passing time. Offered for dual enrollment college credit (3 hours).
Western Civilization II is a course designed to increase one’s knowledge of world events, ideas and people which have shaped this hemisphere from the Renaissance to the present day. The students will gain knowledge of cultures and countries throughout history and be able to discern how these cultures and societies have changed over the passing time. Offered for dual enrollment college credit (3 hours).
(1/2 unit, Grades 11-12, 1 semester)
WORLD HISTORY
This freshman-level course is designed to geographically, culturally, and historically prepare students. To meet these goals, students must identify and place spatial information, analyze cultural aspects of past and present societies, and trace the progression of the history of the world.
(1 unit, Grade 9, 2 semesters)