Join Ali and Soo-jin, our modern time travelers, as they journey through history. Discover the connections between world events and eras, from the Roman Empire through the Industrial Revolution, and explore development in our modern world, as well as the implications that historical events have on us today.

Prerequisites:  none

Course Length:  full year

Credit: 1.0

Investigate the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States from the end of the Civil War through today while applying what you learn to real-world problems

Prerequisites:  English 9; recommended for 11th grade.

Course Length:  full year

Credit: 1.0

Explore the principles that inspired the Constitution and Bill of Rights and examine each branch of government, the election process, and how you can impact public policy. You will also discover how the United States interacts with other countries.

Prerequisites:  English 9 and English 10. This is a 12th grade course.

Course Length:  one semester

Credit: 0.5

Human beings are complex creatures; however, when they interact and begin to form relationships and societies, things become even more complicated. Are we more likely to act differently in a group than we will when we’re alone? How do we learn how to be “human”? Sometimes it can feel as if there are more questions than answers. Sociology I: The Study of Human Relationships seeks to answer these questions and many more as it explores culture, group behavior, and societal institutions and how they affect human behavior. You’ll learn how social beliefs form and how this shapes our lives. How does this happen? Join us and find out!

Prerequisites:  none

Course Length:  one semester

Credit: 0.5

Economic decisions affect us every day of our lives. Understanding economics means thinking about how scarcity, or limited resources, requires us to make choices and evaluate one option against others.

In this course, you will recognize examples of economics in your daily life. You will see how the economic choices of larger groups, like businesses and governments, affect you and others. As you progress through the course, you will recognize that the costs and benefits of choices connect individuals and groups around the world.

The purpose of this course is to help you become a smart consumer who understands the flow of an economy between individuals, businesses, governments, and the rest of the world.

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of Algebra I is recommended.

Course Length:  one semester

Credit: 0.5

Where do thoughts and memories come from? What are emotions? And why do we behave the way we do? In Psychology I, you will begin to understand the human mind by exploring the research and theories of some of the most brilliant psychologists throughout history. In addition, learn psychological tips that you can use every day, like how to cope and reduce stress. 

Prerequisites:  none

Course Length:  one semester

Credit: .5

Explore the patterns and processes that impact the way humans understand, use, and change Earth’s surface. Geographic models, methods, and tools help you examine the effect that human social organization and interconnections have on our world. This course provides elective credit only.

Prerequisites:  This course is for students with advanced reading and writing skills. Completion of previous advanced or honors level English/ Language Arts courses with a C or above strongly recommended.

Course Length:  Full Year

Credit: 1.0

Research the roles of the media, political parties, interest groups, states, candidates, bureaucracy, and the public in the governmental process. You will experience the production of policy building in multiple economic and social settings. This course meets the United States Government high school graduation requirement.

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of U.S. History, recommended for 12th grade. 

Course Length:  one semester

Credit:  .5

GPA Bonus applies

Examine key themes and events of our history, including American identity, diversity, religion, culture, war, and slavery, as well as economic, political, and demographic changes. You will also analyze globalization and environmental issues. This course meets the United States History high school graduation requirement.

Prerequisites:  Advanced reading and writing skills required; recommended for 11th grade or above.

Course Length:  full year

Credit:  1.0

GPA Bonus applies