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0502 Geography

Geography is a one semester, introductory course to the social sciences. It includes the study of facts, names, and data about the nations and lands of the earth. This is done through the integration of the five themes of geography: location, place, human-environment interaction, movement, and regions. The students will gain a broader perspective and appreciation for the richness and variety of the face of our planet. Required for graduation.

Prerequisites : None
0503 Health
Health is a one semester course that looks at the quality of one's life Thematically the student will learn five main components of health: physical, spiritual, mental, emotional, and social health. Through this course, students will learn how to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Required for graduation.
Prerequisites : None
0504 World History (CSU/UC)

World History is a required state of California course that includes the study of Ancient Civilizations, Classical Civilizations, Medieval Times, Early Modern History and Revolutions, and on through World Wars I and II. Required for graduation.

Prerequisites : None
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World History Honors

 
 

World History Honors is a California state course that covers topics ranging from the emergence of civilizations in ancient Egypt to the political, social, and economic conditions following World War II. Throughout the course, students examine eight primary themes: politics and law, war and diplomacy, religion, philosophy, science, the arts, social relations, and cross-cultural interactions. The themes are reinforced through critical thinking exercises, weekly quizzes and tests, and projects that require students to use their abstract reasoning skills to personalize the material studied in class. Ultimately, World History Honors seeks to provide students with a thorough historical understanding that connects the details of the past with the events occurring in our modern world.

 

Prerequisites : In order to be accepted into the World History Honors Course students will need to have earned an “A” in Geography, Health and 9 th Grade English. Students are also required to read and respond to four supplemental readings during the year that complement their coursework.

0505 US History (CSU/UC)

United States History is a general history course that includes the study of Pre-colonial, Revolutionary, New Republic, Civil War, Industrial Revolution, World War I, the 1920s, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, and Vietnam. Required for graduation.

Prerequisites : None.
0511 US History AP (CSU/UC)

United States History AP is designed to take the student beyond the high school level and act as preparation for intermediate college level course work. The course uses a college text, and is constructed according to the Advanced Placement guidelines in order to prepare the students to successfully take and pass the AP U.S. History test.

Prerequisites: 1.) "A" in World History with teacher recommendation, 2.)summer work is required, 3.)students and parents must sign a contract and attend a parent meeting.

0506 Government (CSU/UC)

Government is a required state of California course that surveys the American governmental system. Students will study the foundations of the American governmental system, the Constitution, the Legislative, Executive and Judicial Branches, political parties, and civil rights and liberties. This class will help students comprehend and analyze the significance of current political events. The course will equip students in becoming informed citizens, and will stress the importance of citizen participation in our American governmental system. Required for graduation.

Prerequisites : None.
0514 Government Advanced Placement (AP) (CSU/UC)

Government AP is a two semester class designed to take the student beyond the regular government class level in preparation for intermediate college level course work. Students will examine the same topics as the regular government class at an accelerated pace and with greater in-depth study. The course uses a college text, and is constructed according to the Advanced Placement guidelines . All students enrolled are encouraged to take the AP examination, given in May. College credit may be granted for competency on this examination.

Prerequisites: "A" or "B" in AP US History or “A” in US History with 1.) teacher recommendation, 2.) summer work, 3.) contract mandatory

0507 Economics (CSU/UC)

Economics is a required state of California course that looks at the study of the choices and decisions people make about how to use the world's resources. Students will study the macroeconomic aspects of supply and demand, world economic systems, the American free enterprise system, prices, market structures, business organizations, the stock market, GDP, taxes, banking, and fiscal and monetary policy. By better understanding these key economic principles students will be able to make wiser decisions in the economic world. Along with regular homework and testing, students will complete project work regarding the impact of supply and demand on the prices of roses for Valentine's Day, a record and analysis of personal spending habits, research and investment in the stock market, research and creation of a fictional proprietorship, and an investigative study regarding the necessary procedures and finances needed to live on their own. Required for graduation.

Prerequisites : None.
0515 Economics Advanced (CSU/UC)
Economics Honors is a one semester class designed to take the student beyond the regular economics class level in preparation for intermediate college level course work. Students will examine the same topics and complete the same projects as the regular economics class at an accelerated pace and with greater in-depth study

Prerequisites : 1.) "A" or "B" in AP US History or “A” in US History with teacher recommendation, 2.) “A+” in Government with teacher recommendation.

0508 Psychology (CSU/UC)

Psychology is an elective class designed to help students gain insight into, and appreciation for, the wonder of important phenomena in their lives. Students will study individual human behavior, personality, self-esteem, emotions, child development, marriage, and family through a Christian perspective.

Prerequisites : Student must be at least of junior status.

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