Geography and current events are the core subject matter of this course. Within this context the peoples of the continents are studied. The emphasis of this study is lifestyle so the students can see why certain populations and areas are facing the problems they do. The ethnocentric nature of people is a cornerstone of this course’s perspective with the goal of moving from this position to a more multicultural/multiracial perspective during the course.
Required

The course will cover Pennsylvania history and culture from the Native Americans through modern times. The course is a micro - American History focusing on Pennsylvania. The course also explores local historical events and people.
Required

This course surveys American History from the earliest Native Americans through the closing events of the Civil War. Highlights will include Native Americans, exploration, colonization, the Revolutionary Era, the constitution, slavery, and the Civil War.
Required Credit: 1.0

This course begins with a look at Reconstruction after the Civil War and moves through the westward expansion, the conflicts with Native Americans, and the growth of industry in the late 1800s. We study the early 1900s, the Progressive movement and immigration, World War I, the 1920s, and the Great Depression. Several chapters are devoted to World War II and the ensuing Cold War with the Soviet Union. The course concludes with a study of contemporary events. American History I is recommended prior to this course.
Required Credit: 1.0

Using current events and history to understand what is happening in today’s world and why it is significant for young adults, is the emphasis of this course. Within this paradigm there is a constant emphasis on the origins of diversity and the need for tolerance, respect, and involvement to successfully exist in our ever shrinking world. Major units included are an overview of America’s changing worldview during the 20th century, problems to be faced in the 21st century, tolerance/diversity, and world hot spots.
Elective Credit: 1.0

This course is a study of the characteristics of the American System of Capitalism sometimes called the Free Enterprise System. There will be a focus on the terminology of economics as well as its many laws and principles. Students will do a comparative study of our economic system with other economic systems, past and present. They will become aware of the various roles we all play in our system as workers, investors, voters, and consumers. The importance of investment and entrepreneurship will be emphasized. This course is recommended for students with a good knowledge of American History. American History II is recommended prior to this course.
Elective Credit: 1.0

This course will give students an understanding of physical geography and how it relates to world issues today. Students will identify major landmasses, countries, bodies of water, major mountain ranges, and climatic environments.
Recommended

The purpose of this course is to conduct an in depth study of United States history since 1945.
Elective Credit: 1.0

The course begins with a review of governmental concepts gained from our English heritage and describes the early attempts at union by the colonists, the framing of the constitution, and an overview of that document and its amendments. Equality under the law and protections for those accused of crimes with emphasis on the 5th and 14th amendments are covered and the course ends with chapters on each branch of government and their roles, powers, and responsibilities. American History II is recommended prior to this course.
Required Credit: 1.0

The course will center on an introduction to psychological principles and include human and animal behavior. Areas covered will include learning, personality, socialization, sensation/perception, memory, and development.
Elective Credit: 1.0

The course is an introduction to the basic concepts, ideas, and techniques in the scientific approach to the study of human cultures. There will be a focus on personal, group, and societal levels of modern America and World Cultures.
Elective Credit: 1.0