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SOCIAL STUDIES

SEVENTH GRADE

Civics 7 – 2106010
This course is designed to provide students with the context and understanding of how humans
interact with each other and with the environment over time while offering the crucial knowledge
needed to create a framework for understanding the systems of society. Students will develop a
moral understanding and create an appreciation of how things change while building skills in
judgment and decision-making. The study of Civics will teach the complexity of the origins,
structure, and functions of governments; the rights, roles, and responsibilities of ethical citizenship;
the importance of law; and the skills necessary to participate in all levels of government. This highly
engaging course will enhance student’s ability to read varied sources and develop the skills to
analyze, interpret and communicate ideas.

EIGHTH GRADE

American History 8: Civil War through the 21st Century – 2100010
American History 8 is designed to instill and appreciate the triumphs, tragedies and turning points
of America’s past. This course is taught chronologically, beginning with the Civil War and
concluding with the Vietnam Era. Students immerse themselves in primary source documents to
analyze the people, events and ideas that have shaped the United States and the world. The first
semester includes units on the Civil War, Reconstruction, the Gilded Age, World War I and
decades of contrast (1920s/1930s). During the second semester, our young historians will study
the causes and impact of World War II, the struggle for Civil Rights and conclude with an in-depth
political and cultural exploration of the Cold War.

OTHER

EIGHTH GRADE

Life Management Skills/Fitness – 0800300 (high school credit course)
Designed to produce health-literate students who take positive actions for healthy and effective
living, this course is wellness-oriented and emphasizes responsible decision-making and planning.
Students will develop strategies for handling common issues that affect teens’ mental, emotional,
physical and social well-being. Topics of study include, but are not limited to, fitness education and
goal setting, mindfulness and stress management, internet safety and digital wellbeing, nutrition,
substance abuse, and personal health. Human sexuality, including abstinence from sexual activity
and teen pregnancy prevention will be discussed. Prevention and control of disease, and healthy
relationship development will also be addressed. LMS is a one semester high school credit course
and will appear as one-half credit on the high school transcript. Due to the topics covered, this
course is recommended for 8 graders. 7 graders may choose to complete this requirement
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