Social Studies Electives
PSYCHOLOGY
Course: 607 Credit: 1 Grade: 11, 12 NCAA Accepted |
This is an introduction to psychology that deals with the “new” science of understanding man’s behavioral patterns. Primary scope of the course will be developmental psychology, physiological relationships between people and their behavior, personality development, learning, and assessment of mental health. Supplemental reading and additional research is required. Limited enrollment.
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Prerequisites: 80% grade or better in previous social studies classes
MONEY AND POWER
Course: 608 Credit: 1 Grade: 10, 11, 12 NCAA Accepted |
Money and Power shape our world and our lives. This course will investigate both; the politics of Power, including American government at all levels, and the concept of Money, through the study of economics. Critical thinking is required.
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Prerequisites: None
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PSYCHOLOGY
Course: 609 Credit: 1 Grade: 11, 12 NCAA Accepted |
AP Psychology covers everything that Psychology does (Neurology, Learning, Memory, Human Development, Sensation, Perception, Mental Illness) but at a deeper level and faster pace. Students taking this course will be expected to do extensive outside reading, which will prepare them well for the AP Psychology exam in May.
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Prerequisites: 90%+ in previous social studies class and recommendation of previous year social studies teacher
ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY
Course: 610 Credit: 1 Weight: .05 Grade: 11,12 NCAA Accepted |
This course is designed around the College Board AP test curriculum guidelines and students may take the Advanced Placement test if they so choose. The course covers all of American history from the pre-colonial period to today. Higher level thinking and critical analysis will be addressed in this college level course. Substantial additional reading and writing is required.
This course can be taken in place of 11th grade American History. |
Prerequisites: See AP policy below
LAW AND SOCIETY
Course: 612 Credit: 1 Grade: 10, 11, 12 NCAA Accepted |
This course is designed as a basic introduction to law and the legal system. Concepts include the study of the Bill of Rights, Supreme Court cases, the court system, civil and criminal law, bailments, legal issues in connection with contracts and warranties, banking, wills and inheritances, and employer-employee relations. Learning is reinforced by outside activities and guest speakers. Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of the law and its relationship to society.
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Prerequisites: None
ADVANCED PLACEMENT HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
Course: 613 Credit: 1 WEIGHT: .05 Grade: 10, 11, 12 NCAA Accepted |
This course is an extensive study of ever-changing human inhabitation of the planet, with an emphasis on the organization of spaces and societies. Higher-level skills will be used to analyze selected topics, data, and maps. Substantial additional reading and writing is required. This course emphasizes the College Board AP test curriculum guidelines and students may take the Advanced Placement test if they so choose.
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Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in World History (Honors), or completion of World History Honors meeting AP Policy Requirements below.
AP Social Studies Placement Policy - AP courses are taught at the freshman college level, requiring advanced writing skills, critical and analytical thinking, and content knowledge gained through the successful completion of the required social studies curriculum. Students who wish to take AP Social Studies courses must meet the following requirements:
- 90% or higher grade average in previous Honors level social studies classes, or 95% or higher in previous non-Honors level social studies classes
- Demonstrated proficiency in writing and critical/analytical thinking skills
- Social Studies teacher recommendation