COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
| BASIC COURSES AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS | ||
| PRACTICAL LAW | Course Code: 4210 (9-12) |
1 Credit 1 Semester |
| A course in Practical Law. This course will provide to the student an introduction to law and the legal system. The emphasis will be on law that is of practical use in everyday life including, but not limited to crime, contract, purchase, marriage, divorce and traffic violations. It is designed to provide the student practical legal information in an effort to help him/her become a better and more active citizen. | ||
| GOVERNMENT | Course Code: 4510 (12) |
2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| A course dealing with the structure and process of federal and state governments. Topics to be covered include the nature and purpose of government, the political processes within our system and their relation to current events. | ||
| UNITED STATES HISTORY | Course Code: 4410 (11-12) | 2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| Prerequisite: Successful Passage of Physical Science and Biology | ||
| The study of American History helps students to understand the ideals, traditions, and institutions which have shaped the development of American society. | ||
| PSYCHOLOGY | Course Code: 4540 (9-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| Psychology introduces students to the fascinating world of the mind and is designed to give the individual student an understanding of human behavior. The areas of special emphasis include the factors that influence our learning and behavior characteristics, and the development of healthy mental attitudes through understanding of changes in early development. Through experiments and activities, the students will have the opportunity to explore how we learn and how our actions and reactions affect others. This course will also provide an opportunity to learn more about their own personality types and various forms of mental illness — many of which inflict today’s teens. | ||
| ECONOMICS | Course Code: 4540 (11-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| A required course intended to familiarize the student with the American economic system of free enterprise. The course will build the student’s consumer awareness as a participant in the economy. The student will learn about the topics of supply and demand, the different types of business organizations, credit and banking, national economy, taxes, government programs affecting the economy, advertising and the international economy. | ||
| HISTORY OF SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT | Course Code: 4735 (9-12) |
1 Credit 1 Semester |
| This course is designed to cover the history and development of sports and the entertainment industry as it has developed in the United States. This class reviews from early sporting games by Native American groups to the current trends in amateur and professional athletics. It is also designed to reflect on television, movies and music industries and look at the enormous influence they have on American culture. | ||
| GEOGRAPHY | Course Code: 4110 (9-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| This course familiarizes the student with the basic geographic features of the earth and with the major skills and concepts needed to master the study of geography. It also introduces the concept of culture and cultural regions to the students and helps them understand how this relates to various countries in our world. | ||
| WORLD HISTORY | Course Code: 4210 (10-12) | 2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| This course will present the opportunity to study the cultural and historical developments of the Ancient Greeks to the culmination of World War 2. | ||
| ADVANCED COURSES FOR DEEPER / BROADER STUDY | ||
| AP EUROPEAN HISTORY | Course Code: 4750 (9-12) | 2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| Prerequisite: Students are required to take AP U.S. History Exam. | ||
| The study of European history since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. Without this knowledge, we would lack the context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of the AP program in European History are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European History, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understanding in writing. | ||
| AP WORLD HISTORY | Course Code: 4230 (9-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| Prerequisite: Students are required to take AP U.S. History Exam. | ||
| The AP World History course content is structured around the investigation of five course themes and 19 key concepts in six different chronological periods, from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. Areas of study include Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia, with an emphasis on geospatial awareness, world themes, and change over time. | ||
| AP GOVERNMENT | Course Code: 4530 (12) | 2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| Advanced Placement Government is an option for seniors who are interested in current political and social issues, who are academically inquisitive, and who are willing to be involved in government oriented programs. The content of the course is much the same as regular government class, but there will be more guest speakers, community involvement, and participation in extra-curricular programs (such as Youth Court, the YMCA Youth and Government program, or the Voice of Democracy contest) will be required. This class is for those interested in the issues of their society and the political-legal system that deals with them. Learn how to be politically involved and shape the world you live in. AP US Government and Politics is designed for the student looking for a greater academic challenge. In addition to skills covered in the regular U.S. Government course, the content will be more accelerated and enriched to provide an extensive study of U.S. Government and Politics. This course of United States Government and Politics follows the definite structure of the advanced placement curriculum. Students spend the year in study for the Advanced Placement US Government and Politics exam. Extensive supplemental reading and writing is required. | ||
| AP UNITED STATES HISTORY | Course Code: 4430 (11-12) | 2 Credits 2 Semesters |
| Prerequisite: Students are required to take AP U.S. History Exam. | ||
| This course is designed to challenge the more academically able student. In addition to skills covered in U.S. History course, the content will be more accelerated and enriched to provide an extensive study of U.S. History. This course of United States History follows the definite structure of the advanced placement curriculum. Students spend the year in study for the advanced placement history exam. Extensive supplemental reading and writing is required. | ||
| LEADERSHIP | Course Code: 9947 A (9-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| Students will increase their effectiveness as leaders
through regular student council meetings and structured
lessons. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of
parliamentary procedure, goal setting, group processes,
communication and managerial skills, and decision-making. Application of the knowledge is achieved through a variety of activities: weekly formal meetings where school-wide activities are discussed and approved; student presentations at regional state, and national conferences; the organization of homecoming activities and cross-town spirit/sportsmanship competitions; community service projects; student exchange programs; staff and student recognition projects; and class project presentations. |
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| COLLEGE PREP | Course Code: 9110 (11-12) | 1 Credit 1 Semester |
| This course is a comprehensive look at the postsecondary experience. Students will gain knowledge in academic areas such as, but not limited to, college course structure, study skills, essay writing, and source citations. They will also increase their understanding of practical application topics such as, but not limited to, time management, involvement in extracurricular activities, money management, and stress management. This course is intended for upperclassmen (11th and 12th graders) who are interested in learning more about the college experience and how to be better prepared for life after high school. | ||
