Social Studies Offerings

Global History and Geography 9 

This course covers historical events spanning from the dawn of humans to the Enlightenment. Students will gain a greater understanding of geography and events around the world while studying China, the Middle East, Africa, India, Latin America, Japan, and Europe. By utilizing a series of common themes throughout the course, students will develop an appreciation for the interconnected relationships and the similarities and differences of these civilizations and cultures.

1 credit / NCAA approved

Global History and Geography 9 Honors

This enrichment course is for students who excel in Social Studies. This rigorous course historical events spanning
from the dawn of humans to the Enlightenment are covered. Students will gain a greater understanding of geography and U.S. events around the world while studying China, the Middle East, Africa, India, Latin America, Japan, and Europe. By utilizing a series of common themes throughout the course, students will develop an appreciation for the inter-connected relationships and the similarities and differences of these civilizations and cultures. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

Global History and Geography 10

This course begins with a brief review of the material covered in Global History and Geography 9. Students then learn about the global events up to and including present day occurrences. By using a series of common themes, this course will foster an appreciation for the inter-connected relationships and the similarities and differences that the governments, economic systems, cultures and people from China, the Middle East, Africa, India, Latin America, Japan, and Europe have developed over the last 250 years. At the end of this course, a Regents exam will be given that is based upon the 9th and 10th grade syllabi. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

Global History and Geography 10 Honors

This enrichment course is for students who excel in Social Studies. This course begins with a brief review of the material covered in Global History and Geography 9. Students then learn about the global events up to and including present day occurrences. By using a series of common themes, this course will foster an appreciation for the inter- connected relationships and the similarities and differences that the governments, economic systems, cultures and people from China, the Middle East, Africa, India, Latin America, Japan, and Europe have developed over the last 250 years. At the end of this course, a Regents exam will be given that is based upon the 9th and 10th grade syllabi. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

AP European History

This Advance Placement (AP) course is an alternative to 10th grade Global History and Geography or may be taken by upperclassmen as a general elective. This course focuses on the history of Europe from 1450 to the present. Success on the Advanced Placement Exam in May, may lead to college credit. Students will also have to take the Global History and Geography Regents at the conclusion of the course in June. The entrance requirements for this course include a 90 on the 9th grade Final and a 90 for the 9th grade course. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

U.S. History and Government 11

This survey course on American History covers historical events from the American colonial experiences to present day occurrences. Students will also gain a thorough understanding of the American political system and its processes. At the end of this course, a Regents exam will be given that is based upon the 11th grade material. The Regents is given in June. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

College American History (CAH)

This advanced course is divided into two one-semester courses taught as part of the College in the High School program through SUNY Albany. This college course is an alternative to 11th grade US History and Government. The course will prepare students for the Regents at the end of the year and future intermediate and advanced level college courses. It will force students to analyze and understand critical ideas found throughout the Colonial Period through modern day events.

6 SUNY Albany credits  
1 credit / NCAA approved

AP US History

This AP course is an alternative to 11th grade US History and Government. This course will prepare students for the Regents at the end of the year in June and future intermediate and advanced level college courses. It will force students to analyze and understand critical ideas found throughout the Colonial Period through modern day events. Success on the Advanced Placement Exam may lead to college credit. The AP exam is in May. The entrance requirements for this course include a 90 on the 10th grade regents and a 90 for the 10th grade course. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

Participation in Government 

This 12th grade course encourages active student participation in local, state, and federal government. Students participate in community projects and attend local government meetings.

½ credit / NCAA approved

Economics 

This 12th grade course examines and compares the features and functions of the United States economic system with those of other countries. World issues and trends are studied. Students are required to prepare and analyze a financial investment report.

½ credit / NCAA approved 

College Microeconomics (SUNY Sullivan)

This course is devoted to the study of microeconomics. Emphasis is placed on the economic problems of allocation, distribution, and efficiency. This course may be used to meet the New York State economics credit requirement for graduation.

Half-year course, open to students in  grades 10-12
3 Sullivan County Community College credits 
½ high school credit / NCAA approved 

College Macroeconomics (SUNY Sullivan)

Students study macroeconomics with the main emphasis on solving the problems of economic growth and stability that impact everyone. The course includes the study of such topics as monetary policy, fiscal policy, employment, inflation, international trade, and current economic problems.

3 Sullivan County Community College credits 
Half-year course, open to students in grades 10-12
½ high school credit / NCAA approved 

Genocide

This half-year course can be utilized as a replacement for Participation in
Government. Throughout this course, students will study the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and other examples of mass killings. This class is open to 11th and 12th grade students.

½ credit/NCAA approved

Psychology (HS or College)

This half year course will provide students with insight into many of the exciting areas of Psychology. This course counts as a Participation in Government credit. Most students attending college in the future will need credits in Psychology. This course is open to 11th & 12th grade students.

3 SUNY Sullivan College credits 
½ credit / NCAA approved

Introduction to Criminal Justice (HS or College) 

This half year course will provide students with a basic understanding of the major elements of the field and it will prepare them for more advanced courses in Criminal Justice. This half year course may replace Participation in Government. This is a great class for students interested in law enforcement. This course is open to 11th and 12th grade students.

3 SUNY Sullivan College Credits 
½ credit/NCAA approved

AP American Government and Politics 

This Advanced Placement (AP) course is an alternative to Participation in Government and Economics. This is a current events/politics driven course that covers constitutional foundations, civil rights, the media, campaigns and the interaction of the three branches of government. Success on the AP exam in May, may lead to college credit. This course is only open to 12th grade students. 

1 credit / NCAA approved

Leadership and Law Academy (Summer) (HS or College)

This course is designed to promote excellence in leadership, citizenship, and character through the field of law enforcement. Students are immersed in a 4 week program in July that includes studies in the classroom related to the criminal justice system, outside physical fitness drills, and guest speakers. This program is open to any students that have completed 9 – 11th grades. Completion of this program will provided credits for the entire 12th grade requirements for Social Studies. The college version is only open to students entering their junior or senior year. Three Criminal Justice credits can be offered upon completion of this college course. 

3 SUNY Orange (OCCC) credits 
1 credit (replaces BOTH Economics and Participation in Government

Modern American Issues 

This is a half year course that focuses on reading, thinking and writing about the major issues and events in the United States of America today.  We will explore the historical background and context of the issues, evaluate the sources of our information, and develop rational and logical opinions about these issues and practice expressing our opinions about these issues and events in both the written and spoken form.  We will try and develop the tools needed to be productive citizens of this nation

Goal is for students to develop their own opinion and understand two basic truths: you must have facts to defend an opinion, and opinions can change or evolve as you gain more evidence, or the issue evolves.  

On a daily basis we will have two main objectives.  The first will be to discuss the news of the day in the US and place these events in context.  Secondly, we will utilize class time to work on the myriad of assignments that will be ongoing and concurrent.

(Subject to enrollment and teacher availability.)

1/2 credit

Modern World Issues 

This is a half year course that focuses on reading, thinking and writing about the major issues and events of today around the world, EXCLUDING THE US.  We will explore the historical background and context of the issues, evaluate the sources of our information, and develop rational and logical opinions about these issues and practice expressing our opinions about these issues and events in both the written and spoken form.  

Goal is for students to develop their own opinion and understand two basic truths: you must have facts to defend an opinion, and opinions can change or evolve as you gain more evidence, or the issue evolves.  

On a daily basis we will have two main objectives.  The first will be to discuss the news of the day and place these events in appropriate historical and geographic context.  Secondly, we will utilize class time to work on the myriad of assignments that will be ongoing and concurrent.

(Subject to enrollment and teacher availability.)

1/2 credit

Sociology 

This course explores those forces in our culture and social structure that lie beyond the individual’s control or direct awareness, but which shape what we are, how we behave, and what we think. Basic sociological concepts are used to develop insights and understanding. Topics such as culture, social structure, socialization, social control, groups, stratification, research methods and statistical analysis are discussed.

1/2 credit; offered to sophomores;
Counts as elective credit/NCAA approved