CURRICULUM GUIDE 2018-2019
462 ECONOMICS 0.5 credit
This one semester course will explore the basic fundamentals and workings of modern economics . Through the use of films , lectures , discussions , and readings , the students will gain an understanding of the following major topics : ( 1 ) The basic principles of economics , ( 2 ) the intricacies of a market economy , ( 3 ) the institutions of a market economy , ( 4 ) the structure and growth of national and global economics , and ( 5 ) the connection between the economy and public policy .
463 AP AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 0.5 credit Prerequisites : 80 % in English III Honors OR 80 % in AP United States History
In this one-semester course , AP Government students will be able to identify and explain the workings of , as well as the key members of the Legislative Branch , the Judicial Branch , and the Executive Branch of both the federal and state governments . Students will also be able to explain the significant events of the framing of the Constitution as well as the passage of each Amendment . Students will understand the process of elections as well as campaign contributions and current limitations and proposed reforms . A fee is required for those electing to take the AP exam .
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Paired with 462 Economics
A fee is charged for the AP exam .
464 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 0.5 credit
In this one-semester course , students will ideally achieve an understanding of the structure and operation of our state , local and national governments through the use of political theory and practical application . Emphasis will be placed upon the three branches of government and their operation and interaction on the state and national levels .
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Paired with 462 Economics
SPEECH COURSES :
118 SPEECH 0.5 credit
This is a one semester course . Students will earn ½ credit upon successful completion . In this course the student ’ s public speaking experience is developed as a basic skill in the oral communication process . The student will gain poise , confidence , effective verbal and nonverbal delivery skills , organizational techniques and structure . Students will perform various forms of persuasive and informative speeches . Each freshman is required to take this one semester course .
119 DEBATE 0.5 credit
This is a one semester course designed for all grade levels regardless of experience with debate . Students will be introduced to the basic theory of public forum debate and are provided with an open forum for these skills to be tested . Students will focus on the basic skills of the debate process , identifying and analyzing issues , organizing ideas for effective written and oral persuasive communication , and gathering and evaluating information . This course will debate on current social issues across the country . Students must be able and willing to spend time outside of the classroom doing research and studying for this course . Participation in debate as a co-curricular activity is strongly encouraged but not required for this course .
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ADVANCED DEBATE |
0.5 credit |
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Prerequisites : Debate 119 |
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In this course , the student will develop further enrichment and refinement of the debate process . The student will learn to focus on advancing his skills in the debate process , and identifying and analyzing current social issues . Peer mentoring of novice debaters during class time allows for further growth in the communication process and the sharingof knowledge and ideas . Students are also required to spend a considerable amount of time outside of the classroom doing pertinent research . This course may be repeated multiple times .
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