Course Offerings - Grade 11

Advanced Placement European History - Course No.: 9202

GRADES: 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0 OTHER: Global Scholar Course

Advanced Placement European History has been structured to provide a college level survey of European History and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam. The course is a chronological approach (1450 to the present) of the subject that focuses on various European historical themes, some of which include political/diplomatic events, intellectual development, cultural evolution and economic and social trends. Significant writing and research will be an integral part of the course work. In addition, during the summer prior to the beginning of the course, each student is required to complete the course summer reading assignment.
PREREQUISITE: None

Advanced Placement Human Geography - Course No.: 9205

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0 OTHER: Global Scholar Course

Advanced Placement Human Geography is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students will employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine the socioeconomic organization of the planet and the environmental consequences this has caused. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications.
PREREQUISITE: None

Advanced Placement United States History - Course No.: 9206

GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0

Advanced Placement United States History has been structured to provide a college level survey of United States history and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam. Significant writing and research will be an integral part of the course work. In addition, during the summer prior to the beginning of the course, each student is required to read an assigned packet comprised of a series of academic articles that gives an in-depth analysis of a number of historical topics as well as an introduction to history methodology.
PREREQUISITE: None

Advanced Placement World History - Course No.: 9207

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0 OTHER: Global Scholar Course

Advanced Placement World History  focuses on developing students’ abilities to think conceptually about world history, primarily focusing on 1200 CE to the present and apply historical thinking skills as they learn about the past. Five themes of equal importance — focusing on the environment, cultures, state-building, economic systems, and social structures — provide areas of historical inquiry for investigation throughout the course. AP World History encompasses the history of the five major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, with special focus on historical developments and processes that cross multiple regions.
PREREQUISITE: None

American Studies - US History - Course No.: 9209

GRADES: 11 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0 OTHER: Taken in conjunction with American Studies-English 

American Studies integrates junior level United States History and American Literature. This two period course explores history through a thematic approach and emphasizes modern connections. Students will examine six themes: American Ideals, Justice and Oppression, Newcomers, American Dream, Conflict and Compromise and Power and Responsibility. Each unit will assist students in developing their voice and skills as historians, analytical communicators, reflective learners, and critical producers of evidence. Students will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and be daring and active learners. This year-long course emphasizes team-centered, project-based, multidisciplinary study.
PREREQUISITE: None

Current Issues - Course No.: 9208S

GRADES: 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Semester 2 Only) CREDIT: 0.5 OTHER: Global Scholar Course

Current Issues provides an opportunity to study and analyze a wide variety of vital present-day world topics. Emphasis is placed on oral presentations, classroom discussions, and written research assignments.  Instruction includes the use of the library, Internet, and research materials.
PREREQUISITE: None

 

English Learner United States History - Course No.: 9220

GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0

English Learner United States History is a course for identified EL students. It is a broad survey of the major social, economic and cultural events, concepts and themes that have been the forces in the development of the United States. This standard United States History course is modified to meet the needs of students unfamiliar with the basic factual, cultural and conceptual elements of United States history and government.
PREREQUISITE: Placement

International Studies - Course No.: 9241F

GRADES: 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Semester 1 Only) CREDIT: 0.5 OTHER: Global Scholar Course

International Studies is a survey of the non-western world including Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Culture, social and economic organization, ethics and belief systems are examined. World events and class interest will impact course studies.  A research assignment is required.
PREREQUISITE: None

 

Law - Course No.: 9245F, 9246S

GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5

Law class will help you to answer many intriguing questions. What the difference is between manslaughter and murder? What are your constitutional rights if you’re pulled over?  What if you slip on a banana peel in a grocery store and sprain an ankle? And you finally save up enough money to purchase your new smartphone, only to have it malfunction two weeks later. What can you do as a consumer? Successful completion of our Law class will answer these, and many more intriguing questions.  Students will also participate in two mock trials, making the Law experience come to life.The curriculum contains practical Law concepts that will help students in everyday interactions.
PREREQUISITE: None

Sociology - Course No.: 9257F

GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem (Semester 1 Only) CREDIT: 0.5

Sociology is the study of the effects of the environment on human behavior. Possible areas of study include, but are not limited to culture, social structure, socialization, sex roles, social interaction, organizations and bureaucracy, social deviance, stratification, ethnic relationships, institutions, and contemporary issues.
PREREQUISITE: None

Understanding Perspectives: African American Studies

GRADES: 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5, Global Scholar Course

African-American studies promotes a classroom environment of inquiry, discovery, and discussion that will guide students through an in-depth and detailed understanding of African-American history and the rich contributions made to American culture. The course will challenge stereotypes, biases and misunderstandings about African Americans. The course will touch on essential themes including protest, activism, culture and celebration. This is a  one-semester, globally-focused course in The Global Scholar Program.
PREREQUISITE: None

United States History - Course No.: 9262

GRADES: 11 LENGTH: Full Year CREDIT: 1.0

United States History is a broad survey of the major social, economic, political, and cultural events, concepts, and themes that have been the forces in the development of the United States. Research work is required each semester.
PREREQUISITE: None