American Government
21063100 (Grade 12) .5 Credit
The purpose of this course is to enable students to gain an understanding of American government and political behavior that is essential for effective citizenship and active involvement in a democratic American society. This
course is required for graduation.

Psychology I
21073000 (Grade 11 & 12) .5 Credit
The purpose of these courses is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of human behavior, behavioral interaction, and the progressive development of individuals. Topics will include an overview of
the theories and methods of study employed by psychologists, human growth and development, self-concept development, intelligence, conditioning and learning as well as theories of Behavior.

Course Description

Honors American History
21003200 (Grade 11 & 12) 1 Credit
Note: Credit in this course precludes credit in American History.
Teacher Recommendation Required.
The purpose of American History Honors is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political,
economic, social, religious, military, scientific, and cultural events that have affected the nation. Implicit in this is an understanding of the historical method, the inquiry process, historical reasoning, and interpretation.

Economics
21023100 (Grades 9-12) 5 Credit
The purpose of economics is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the way in which society organizes its limited resources to satisfy unlimited wants. The student will be introduced to the major characteristics of the mixed market economic system in the United States and how the basic economic questions are answered. This course is required for graduation.

World History
21093100 (Grade 10) 1 Credit
The purpose of World History is to provide students the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of civilization by examining the political, economic, social, religious, military, scientific and cultural events that have affected humanity. This course is required for 10th grade students.

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U.S. History
21003100 (Grade 11) 1 Credit
The purpose of American History is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political, economic, social, religious, military, scientific and cultural events that have affected the rise and growth of the nation. This course is required for 11th grade students.

AP World History
21094200 (Grade 9-10) 1 Credit
Students understand the development of Europe within the context of history by examining connections to the past in order to prepare for the future as participating members of a global community.

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AP U.S. History
21093300 (Grade 11—12) 1 Credit
Academic Performance and Teacher Recommendation are factors in placement
Students understand the development of the United States within the context of history by examining connections to the past to prepare for the future as participating members of a democratic society. Students use knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion, ethics, diverse cultures and humanities to solve problems in academic, civic, social and employment settings.

Honors U.S. History
21003200 (Grade 11 & 12) 1 Credit
Note: Credit in this course precludes credit in American History.
Teacher Recommendation Required.
The purpose of American History Honors is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political,
economic, social, religious, military, scientific, and cultural events that have affected the nation. Implicit in this is an understanding of the historical method, the inquiry process, historical reasoning, and interpretation.

Pre-AICE World History
21093200 (Grade 10) 1 Credit
Note: Credit in this course precludes credit in World History.
Teacher Recommendation Required.
The purpose of this course is to explore international issues, as well as covering the history of the particular regions in more depth. The emphasis is on both historical knowledge and on the skills required for historical research. Students learn about the nature of cause and effect, continuity and change, similarity and difference and find out how to use and understand historical evidence as part of their studies.