World History and Geography

This course is a survey of world history from Ancient Greece and Rome to the Modern Age.  Students will be instructed to identify, describe, and explain key themes, events, terms, patterns, beliefs, causal relationships, and turning points in world history.

Accelerated World History and Geography

This course offers an in-depth study of world history and geography by using primary and secondary sources, and the writing of free response and document based essays..  It is designed to prepare students for the rigorous advanced placement courses, AP U.S. History and AP Government.  The interpretation and use of primary sources is stressed in this course.

U.S./AZ History and Geography

This course is a survey of United States history from the American Revolution to the current issues of today.  Students will be instructed to demonstrate analytical skills and have the ability to read and interpret primary and secondary sources.  Students will also interpret patterns, themes, ideas, beliefs, and turning points in United States history.

AP U.S. History and Geography

This course uses the College Board curriculum which is a survey of United States history from Colonial America through the Modern Era. The instruction of this course provides students with an in-depth study of United States history utilizing a college level text, primary and secondary sources, and the writing of free response and document based essays. All students are required to take the College Board’s examination for this subject.  Success on this exam will grant, to the student, credit or advanced placement at many colleges and universities.

Government

This course is a survey of United States and Arizona governmental institutions.  Students will be instructed to reach an informed position and construct a thoughtful argument utilizing appropriate knowledge of government, history, and United States political institutions.

Economics

This course is a survey of Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.  Students will learn and demonstrate knowledge of the the basics of economic measurements, economic and political systems, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, and international trade.

AP Government

This course uses the College Board curriculum which provides students with an in-depth study of United States governmental concepts as well as the principals of political behavior.  The instruction of this course utilizes a college level text, primary and secondary sources, and the writing of free response essays. All students are required to take the College Board’s examination for this subject.  Success on this exam will grant, to the student, credit or advanced placement at many colleges and universities.

Psychology

This course is a college prep class which  is geared to help students gain a better understanding of the human mind and its inner workings.  The course is divided into four major categories: the history of psychology, the biology of the human brain, learning, and consciousness.

Sociology

This course is a college prep class which is geared to help students gain a better understanding of how societies are formed and developed throughout time.  This course is divided into five major categories: the history of sociology, the scientific method, culture, sociolization, and social stratification.