This course is designed to give students an introductory level understanding of the comprehensive study of geography. Specifically, this course delves into patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and modifications of the world as we know it. The following topics will be covered in the course: Geography’s nature and perspectives, population, cultural patterns and processes, political organization of space, agricultural and rural land use, industrialization and economic development, and cities and urban land use. This course is very rigorous and requires a student to be hard working, independent, a good steward of time, and mature. Students will be required to take the AP examination following the completion of this course in order to receive college credit. [AP: 337900AW; Prep: 336979HW]
American Government– ½ Unit - Grade 11 College Preparatory, Honors
Dual Credit Prerequisite: Must meet college admissions guidelines
This course is designed to give the student an understanding of how our democracy works and how it compares to other governments of the world. The federal, state, and local branches of government are studied in detail. The goal is to produce an informed and politically effective citizen. [CP: 333000CH; H: 333000HH]
US History Foundations/US History – 1.5 Units – Grade 11 College Preparatory, Honors
This course covers the periods of American history from colonial days to the present with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Social, cultural as well as political economic developments, trends, and issues are included. Students use writing and researching skills to analyze primary sources such as political speeches, political cartoons and other documents to interpret their historical impact on the time period. Particular focus is on the United States Constitution. Students must take the South Carolina End-of-Course Exam following the completion of US History which is 20% of the final course average. [Note: Transcripts will denote 1 unit of US History and ½ unit of US History Foundations.
[CP Foundations: 339920CH; CP US History: 332000CW; H Foundations: 339920HH; H US History: 332001HW]
Advanced Placement US History/Dual Credit History 201 and 201 - Grades 10 – 11
2 Units High School Credit: 1 Unit AP Credit and 1 Unit of Dual Credit (6 Credit Hours College Level)
Pre-requisite: Minimum grade of 85% in previous Honors Social Studies course or prior completion of an AP Course AND completed or currently enrolled in Honors English course
This course covers the periods of American history from colonial days to the present with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Social, cultural, as well as, political and economic developments, trends, and issues are included. The course is reading and research based, which requires considerable amounts of time to study both inside and outside the classroom. Outside reading and attendance in day-to-day seminars are integral parts of this course and are needed to prepare for the College Board AP Exam. Students must take the South Carolina End-of-Course Exam following the completion of US History which is 20% of the final course average as well as the AP History exam. Continued on next page
Students receive credit through USC-L upon successful completion of the first semester of the course. Students take the Advanced Placement US History Exam in May and may receive college credit at additional colleges and universities, depending on the AP Exam score and on each college's policy. Summer work is also required. Dual Credit courses are subject to acceptance from the accredited college; tuition and cost of books are the responsibility of the student. Note: Transcripts will denote ½ unit of Dual Credit in each USC-L course; US History HIS 201 and 202, and 1 unit of AP US
History credit.] [AP: 337210AW; DC 201: 332100EH; DC 202: 332200EH]
Advanced Am Government & Economics – ½ Unit of Honors Credit Am Gov; ½ unit of Honors Credit Economics – Grade 11-12 Pre-requisite: AP US History
This course is designed to cover the rigor of both the American Government and Economics Honors courses at an accelerated pace. Students must have completed AP US History in order to take this course. [Am Gov: 333001HH; Econ: 335001HH]
Economics - 1 Unit - Grade 12
College Preparatory, Honors Prerequisites: American Government/US History
This course gives students an opportunity to study the American free-enterprise economic system and compare it to other systems in the world. It helps students relate to the real world economy as laborers, employers, consumers, taxpayer and voters. During the last part of the semester, emphasis is on the personal finance issues faced by all citizens – credit, banking, saving, investing and taxes. Students will become more aware of making choices, the costs of those choices and the various possible repercussions of the decisions made daily in the economy. Requirements include out of class projects. [CP: 335009CW; H: 335009HW]
Economics Dual Credit - 1 Unit of Dual Credit - Grade 12 1 Unit of Dual Credit (6 Credit Hours College Level)
Dual Credit Prerequisite: Must meet college admissions guidelines
This course is a comprehensive, accelerated course, focusing on microeconomic principles and macroeconomics. The students gain understanding of the principles of economics as they apply to individuals, household, and firms within the overall economic system. It places particular emphasis on the study of markets and market structures and seeks to develop students’ familiarity with the theory of the firm, resource markets, market efficiency, and inequity, government regulation of markets. Macroeconomics is study of the entire economy in terms of the total amount of goods and services produced, total income earned, level of employment of productive resources, and general behavior of prices. Microeconomics will be covered the 1st 9 weeks and Macroeconomics will be covered the 2nd 9 weeks. The students will receive 3 college credits in Micro Economics and 3 college credits in Macro Economics from USC-L upon successful completion of the course and 1 high school credit for Economics. Successful students have strong math and reading skills. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA to enroll. Tuition and book fees are required for this course. [DC Macro: 335700EH; DC Micro: 339931EH]
Genocide Studies – ½ Unit – Grades 9-12 College Preparatory Prerequisite: None
This course will look at the repercussions of prejudice and discrimination when allowed to flourish, and individuals and governments fail to take a stand against these injustices. Topics of study include the flight of the Native Americans during colonization and expansion, the Holocaust, and genocides in the Ukraine, Armenia, Cambodia, Rwanda, and Sudan. Students will recognize the ease with which human and civil rights will at times be denied, and understand the ramifications of stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination, and scapegoating. Ultimately, students will define their roles as responsible citizens in the world and implement these understandings into everyday life. [339972CH]
World History – 1 Unit - Grades 10 – 12
College Preparatory, Honors, GT (GT must meet eligibility requirements of the SC Board of Education) Prerequisite: None
This course will expose students to the major civilizations of the past and their contributions to the world as it exists today. World History focuses on the geographic, social, and political aspects of each civilization. The study of human culture emphasizes why and where civilizations developed, how they declined, and how they influenced the world as we know it today. Course requirements will include independent and collaborative studies, oral presentations, technology-based activities, writing, and service learning. This course provides a foundation for American Government and US History. [CP: 336010CW; H: 336000HW; GT: 336098HW]
History of the Old and New Testament Era – 1 Unit – Grades 10-12 College Preparatory Prerequisite: None
This course is a study of the Bible as a literary and historical work. Students will study the impact of the Bible on the history, religion, government, and laws of various cultures. They will analyze narratives, characters, stories, and poetry in the Bible and explain their use in literature. Students will analyze the influence of the Bible on the visual and performing arts. Class resources will include the New International Version of the Bible and a variety of supplementary materials, including art and musical works. This course follows standards approved by the South Carolina State Board of Education. [CP: 339907CW]
Street Law - ½ Unit – Grades 9 – 12 College Preparatory Prerequisite: None
This course provides practical information and problem-solving opportunities that help students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for survival in our society. Both federal and state government have topics discussed. Among these topics are the rationales, components, and history of the laws that govern our society. Case studies, mock trials, role- plays, small group exercises, and visual analysis activities encourage active participation by students. The goal of the course is to promote in students a willingness and capability to participate effectively in the legal and political systems. [CP: 333600CH]
Sociology – 1 Unit – Grades 10 – 12 College Preparatory Prerequisite: None
This course is a study in human social behavior. Through the study of humans in their collective aspect, this class will be concerned with group activities: economic, social, political, and religious. The areas of family, social change, deviant behavior, public opinion, social mobility, social stratification, and the problem areas of crime, divorce, child abuse, substance abuse, along with a variety of social issues and concerns will be among the topics covered. A better understanding of the laws governing human behavior in social contexts is a course goal for the student. There will be outside reading, projects, and activities required. [CP: 334500CW]
Teacher Cadet Program - 1 Unit - Grade 12
Dual Credit Prerequisites: Twelfth grade students with a 3.0 GPA, completed application
This course encourages students who possess a high level of academic achievement to consider teaching as a career. Students are exposed to many facets of education through a child development curriculum, classroom observations, and an internship at a district school. Students will receive three semester credits from Winthrop University. ONLY Seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA are considered. They must have five teacher recommendations judging them on leadership skills, dependability, attitude, responsibility, relationships, achievement, and aptitude. Students wishing consideration for the class must first complete the application process. Priority will be given to education majors. Note: There is a nominal fee associated with this course. [338909EW]
Yearbook Journalism
College Preparatory – 1 Unit - Grades 10-12 Honors – 2 Units - Grades 11-12 Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation; Application Acceptance
Students in Yearbook Journalism publish the school yearbook. This course develops skills learned in language art courses such as oral and written communication as well as layout and design. Production of the yearbook provides a practical teaching tool and benefits the school, the students, and the community. Students must apply and be accepted into Yearbook Journalism on or before Spring IGP/Registration conference. [1: 339960CW; 2: 339972CW;
YR: 339975HD]