Social Studies
Social Studies 7th Grade [Credit Recovery]
$250.00Social Studies 8th Grade (1st semester)
$250.00Social Studies 8th Grade (2nd semester)
$250.00Social Studies 8th Grade [Credit Recovery]
$250.00Social Studies 8th Grade [Credit Recovery] (Copy)
$250.00Sociology [Competency Based]
$250.00US Government [Competency Based] (1st semester)
$250.00Course Description
US Government offers students a comprehensive examination of this country’s government. Students explore the evolution of American democracy, from its birth in the eighteenth century to the expansive role of federal, state, and local governments today. The course covers topics such as changes to the Constitution, the function of the Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media. The course explores the relationship between the political parties and lobbyists, and the process of monitoring and funding federal elections. Students investigate the roles of state and local governments and their impact on citizens’ daily lives. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US government and understand its impact on American society.Course Breakdown
- Roles and powers of the president
- Roles and powers of the Supreme Court
- Federal government and religion
- Congressional committee system
- Interest groups
- Role of political parties
Course Goals
- Describe the structure and function of the executive branch.
- Explain the role that lobbyists and interest groups play in the legislative process.
- Explain the role of political parties in American politics.
- Describe the structure and function of the judicial branch.
US Government [Competency Based] (2nd semester)
$250.00Course Description
US Government offers students a comprehensive examination of this country’s government. Students explore the evolution of American democracy, from its birth in the eighteenth century to the expansive role of federal, state, and local governments today. The course covers topics such as changes to the Constitution, the function of the Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media. The course explores the relationship between the political parties and lobbyists, and the process of monitoring and funding federal elections. Students investigate the roles of state and local governments and their impact on citizens’ daily lives. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US government and understand its impact on American society.Course Breakdown
- Campaign process
- Types of elections
- Role of the media in government
- The Bill of Rights US court system
- Taxes and national debt
- State governments and their authority
- Local governments and their authority
Course Goals
- Describe the election process.
- Assess the role of the media in American politics.
- Explain how the Bill of Rights protects the important freedoms of individuals. Describe the role of the court system at the local and national levels.
- Contrast common law, statutory law, criminal law, and administrative law.
- Explain the relationship between the American economic system and the federal budget.
- Describe how state and local governments develop their budgets.
US Government [Credit Recovery]
$250.00Course Description
US Government offers students a comprehensive examination of this country’s government. Students explore the evolution of American democracy, from its birth in the eighteenth century to the expansive role of federal, state, and local governments today. The course covers topics such as changes to the Constitution, the function of the Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media. The course explores the relationship between the political parties and lobbyists, and the process of monitoring and funding federal elections. Students investigate the roles of state and local governments and their impact on citizens’ daily lives. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US government and understand its impact on American society.Course Breakdown
- Roles and powers of the president
- Roles and powers of the Supreme Court
- Federal government and religion
- Congressional committee system
- Interest groups
- Elections
Course Goals
- Describe the structure and function of the executive branch.
- Explain the role that lobbyists and interest groups play in the legislative process.
- Explain the role of political parties in American politics.
- Describe the structure and function of the judicial branch.
- Describe the election process.
US Government [Project Based] (1st semester)
$250.00Course Description
US Government offers students a comprehensive examination of this country’s government. Students explore the evolution of American democracy, from its birth in the eighteenth century to the expansive role of federal, state, and local governments today. The course covers topics such as changes to the Constitution, the function of the Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media. The course explores the relationship between the political parties and lobbyists, and the process of monitoring and funding federal elections. Students investigate the roles of state and local governments and their impact on citizens’ daily lives. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US government and understand its impact on American society.Course Breakdown
- Government and its importance
- Origins of American government
- Independent study project
- Key governing documents
- Federalism
- Members, responsibilities, and powers of Congress Roles and powers of the president
- Roles and powers of the Supreme Court
- Purpose and influence of interest groups
- Role of political parties
Course Goals
- Identify the role of government and describe its necessity in society.
- Examine the history of the creation of the United States government.
- Apply understanding of responsible citizenship through the creation of an Action Project. Identify governmental systems in the United States and the role of each.
- Examine the concept of checks and balances.
- Apply understanding of responsible citizenship through the creation of an Action Project.
US Government [Project Based] (2nd semester)
$250.00Course Description
US Government offers students a comprehensive examination of this country’s government. Students explore the evolution of American democracy, from its birth in the eighteenth century to the expansive role of federal, state, and local governments today. The course covers topics such as changes to the Constitution, the function of the Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media. The course explores the relationship between the political parties and lobbyists, and the process of monitoring and funding federal elections. Students investigate the roles of state and local governments and their impact on citizens’ daily lives. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US government and understand its impact on American society.
Course Breakdown
- Types of elections
- Campaign process
- Role of the media in government
- Unity Poster Project
- The Bill of Rights Court Ruling Project
- United States court system
- Taxes and national debt
- State governments and their authority
- Local governments and their authority
Course Goals
- Describe the election process.
- Assess the role of the media in American politics.
- Explain how the Bill of Rights protects the important freedoms of individuals.
- Create a poster to persuade an audience to take action to resolve a local, state, or national issue. Describe the role of the court system at the local and national levels.
- Contrast common law, statutory law, criminal law, and administrative law.
- Explain the relationship between the American economic system and the federal budget.
- Describe how state and local governments develop their budgets.
- Analyze a Supreme Court ruling and present an evaluation of the ruling's adherence to constitutional principles.
World Geography [Competency Based] (1st semester)
$250.00Course Description
World Geography explores the world’s geographical divisions and the differences between Earth and the other planets in the solar system. In addition to Earth’s geographical features, the course explores how the cultural divides between countries impacts international relations. Through the study of geography, students analyze energy usage and explore ways to make the most of the planet without abusing its resources. The study of world geography through historical, cultural, physical, and economic lenses offers students a different perspective and understanding of the world.Course Breakdown
- Time zones
- Maps
- Earth in the solar system
- Climates
- Population
- Religion and language
- North America Central America
- South America
- Europe
- Greece
- Russia
Course Goals
- Analyze geological properties of Earth.
- Examine the interactions of Earth’s systems and cycles.
- Explain the causes and effects of environmental change, including resource use.
- Explore the human and physical geographical features of North America. Explore the human and physical geographical features of Central America and South America.
- Analyze the human and physical geographical features of Europe.
- Examine the human and physical geographical features of Russia.
World Geography [Competency Based] (2nd semester)
$250.00Course Description
World Geography explores the world’s geographical divisions and the differences between Earth and the other planets in the solar system. In addition to Earth’s geographical features, the course explores how the cultural divides between countries impacts international relations. Through the study of geography, students analyze energy usage and explore ways to make the most of the planet without abusing its resources. The study of world geography through historical, cultural, physical, and economic lenses offers students a different perspective and understanding of the world.Course Breakdown
- Central and Southwest Asia
- Eastern Europe
- Africa
- South Africa
- Australia
- Pacific Islands India
- China
- Japan
- Southeast Asia
Course Goals
- Analyze the human and physical geographical features of Central Asia.
- Explore the human and physical geographical features of Africa.
- Examine the human and physical geographical features of Oceania. Investigate the human and physical geographical features of India and South Asia.
- Analyze the human and physical geographical features of China.
- Evaluate the human and physical geographical features of Southeast Asia.
World Geography [Credit Recovery]
$250.00Course Description
World Geography explores the world’s geographical divisions and the differences between Earth and the other planets in the solar system. In addition to Earth’s geographical features, the course explores how the cultural divides between countries impacts international relations. Through the study of geography, students analyze energy usage and explore ways to make the most of the planet without abusing its resources. The study of world geography through historical, cultural, physical, and economic lenses offers students a different perspective and understanding of the world.Course Breakdown
- Uses of geography
- Earth's position in the solar system
- Wind and sunlight
- Precipitation
- Climates
- North America
- Central America
- South America
- Geography of Europe
- Geography of Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean
- Geography of Southwest Asia
- Geography of Central Asia
- Geography of China
Course Goals
- Analyze geological properties of Earth.
- Explore the human and physical geographical features of North America.
- Analyze the human and physical geographical features of Central America and South America. Analyze the human and physical geographical features of Europe.
- Explore the human and physical geographical features of China.
- Examine the human and physical geographical features of Asia.
World History [Competency Based] (1st semester)
$250.00Course Description
World History explores the changes created by the events and people of the past, and explains how these changes impacted modern times. The material is organized sequentially, exploring history from 1400 CE to the present day. Starting with the Renaissance and the Reformation, the course will highlight the cultural, economic, political, and social impact of innovation and intellectual thought. Further changes will be uncovered with the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, and the rise of imperialism and nationalism. The closing topics emphasize global conflicts and diplomacy, as seen in World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. Upon completion of the course, students have an appreciation for the patterns of historical change and their impact on modern society.Course Breakdown
- Influence of the Italian Renaissance
- Factors leading up to the Protestant Reformation
- Rise and fall of the Spanish empire
- Importance of the monarchies in England, France, and Russia
- Reasons for the Age of Exploration Central America
- South America
- Europe
- Greece
- Russia
Course Goals
- Investigate the emergence of the Renaissance and examine its impact on the political, economic, and social landscapes of Europe.
- Analyze religious reforms associated with Luther, Calvin, Zwingli, Henry VIII, and John of Leiden and the effects of the Reformation on Europe.
- Evaluate major achievements in literature, music, painting, sculpture, and architecture in sixteenth-century Europe.
- Assess the political atmosphere of post-Reformation Europe and analyze the conflicts that arose during this period. Explore the human and physical geographical features of Central America and South America.
- Analyze the human and physical geographical features of Europe.
- Examine the human and physical geographical features of Russia.