Courses:

World Geography
Examines both physical and cultural geography. The first semester of the course concentrates on mankind's environment (land, water, weather, climate, vegetation, energy, population growth and distribution). In the second half of the course, students study each of the major continental and cultural areas of the world. The adaptation of various cultures to the physical environment is stressed.

American History
A chronological survey of the development of the country's-political, social and economic institutions. In addition to studying the events of America's past, students are required to evaluate differing interpretations of our nation's history. While all aspects of American history are introduced, the major emphasis of the instruction is in the area of political and diplomatic history.

American History Honors
A chronological survey of American history. Analysis of historical events is stressed by studying various historical interpretations of America's past. The procedures of historical evaluation and analysis are taught.

World History
Presents a general overview of world history including a study of modem political systems and ideas. It is multimedia inquiry into those forces which contributed to present day civilization beginning with the classical age and ending with modem times.

World History Honors
Offers an overall study of the development of mankind and civilization. In addition, the student is required to read and evaluate various primary and secondary source materials from different cultures and ages. Special emphasis is placed on the relationships of different cultures in man's drive toward civilization.

Civics/Free Enterprise
Examines the background, principles, nature and structure of American government. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of citizens as well as their fundamental rights.

Civics/Free Enterprise Honors
Examines the background, principles, nature and structure of American government. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of citizens as well as their fundamental rights and the student's involvement in his social civic communities.

Civics/Free Enterprise Honors AP
Examines the background, principles, nature and structure of American government. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of citizens as well as their fundamental rights. Students are required to contact local/state/federal officials, track the involvement of political interest groups and attend several government functions. One objective of the course, modeled on the College Board curriculum, is to prepare the students for the AP exam which may qualify them for college credit.

Economics
Introduces students to basic economic principles, organization, and operation of the U.S. economy. Students will examine current economic topics including fundamental economic problems, the circular flow of income, supply and demand, the price system, functions of government in capitalism, business fluctuations, fiscal and monetary policies, international economics as well as basic and personal finance. Practical experience includes preparation of balance sheets, income statements, worksheets, profit and loss statements and tax forms completed manually and by utilizing business software. Students will participate in a computer based stock market project as part of the course.