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theory of the firm, perfect and imperfect
competition, the role of the factors of production in
free and mixed economies, the role of government,
measuring the national economy, fiscal and
monetary policy and international trade. In addition
to preparing a student for the A.P. exams in both
Micro and Macroeconomics, a major emphasis of
this course will be on the development of critical
thinking skills and the application of economic
principles and problem solving. Advanced level
reading, extensive advanced writing, and active
class participation will be required for this course.
Students take both the Micro and the Macro
Advanced Placement tests in May, $94.00 each.
EXAMINING RACE: AN AMERICAN STUDY
(Semester, .5 credits, Grades 11-12)
This course will trace the tumultuous history of race
in America. From legal designation intended to keep
people from full citizenship, to construct of cultural
identity, to modern day political lightening rod, race
has been and will continue to be a pressing social
and legal issue in America. The class will examine
race classification in Colonial America, through the
Civil War and Reconstruction years, the rise of the
KKK, immigration policy, minority identity and the
modern Civil Rights era. Special emphasis will be
placed on current day race issues that demand
historical context to fully understand.
UNITED STATES MILITARY HISTORY
(1 semester, .5 credit, Prerequisite: United States
History, Grades 10, 11, 12)
This course will follow a chronological study of
American involvement in key conflicts that have
shaped the course of United States History from the
American Revolution to our current War on Terror.
It traces the beginnings of a uniquely American
military and focuses not only on wars, leaders and
strategy, but on such topics as civilian attitudes
toward a standing army, soldier motivation, defense
funding, anti-war movements and women’s
wartime roles. The course will attempt to study the
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interrelationships of warfare, technology and
society in shaping American history.
ANCIENT WESTERN CIVILIZATIONS
(1 semester, .5 credit, , Grades: 10, 11, 12)
No prerequisites
Ancient Western Civs will explore the way the
cultures of Egypt, Greece, Rome, Carthaginians,
Celts, and Vikings looked at their world, while also
keeping in mind how they have shaped the course
of history today. The goal of the class is to be
interactive and give students an idea of what it
would have been like to live in each of these
cultures, as well similarities and differences
between said cultures. It focuses on art, military,
food, gender relations, technology, religion, and any
other topics the class decides to investigate.
CRIMINOLOGY
(1 semester, .5 credit, Grades: 11, 12)
No prerequisites
Criminology will study aspects of the American and
international criminal justice systems. Students will
analyze major topics that include, but are not
limited to, the study of: law, law enforcement,
crimes, criminals, criminal organizations, crime
prevention, courts, corrections, drugs, justice
systems, juvenile justice, criminal psychology &
victims. Students will conduct research in these
areas, participate in various activities, and have the
opportunity to listen to guest speakers.
SERVICE LEARNING
(Full Year, 3 credits; 1 English; 1 Social Studies; 1
Community Service. Grade 12) Prerequisite:
application, teacher recommendation & interview
Service Learning is a unique course that combines
the disciplines of social studies and English with
application in service to the community. Three days
a week, Service Learning offers students selections
from classical and contemporary literature that