The government component of this course is comparable to an introductory college course in government and politics.  Students will study general concepts, patterns of behavior, institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that constitute US politics.  Topics will include constitutional underpinnings, political beliefs and behaviors, political parties, interest groups, mass media, public policy, civil rights and civil liberties.

Prerequisites: At least 80 in AP US History, or at least 90 every quarter in Honors US History and a writing sample; teacher approval
Course Number: 2106420 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Advanced Placement Microeconomics

The focus of the economics component of this course is to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the economics system. This includes the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy and an overview of the modern market economy as a system for dealing with the problem of scarcity and resource allocation. Students are required to take both AP exams in May, at their own expense.

Prerequisites: At least 80 in AP US History, or at least 90 every quarter in Honors US History and a writing sample; teacher approval
Course Number: 2102360 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Advanced Placement US History

The purpose of this advanced placement course is for students to apply critical thinking skills to analyze, interpret and evaluate historical themes and events throughout American history.  Students will be expected to read a significant amount of outside material as well as completing a considerable number of writing assignments.  Students are required to take the AP exam in May, at their own expense.

Prerequisites: At least 90 in Honors World History, at least 80 in AP World History, writing sample, and teacher approval
Course Number: 2100330 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

Advanced Placement World History

The purpose of this advanced placement course is for students to critically analyze, interpret, and evaluate historical change and continuity in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe from 8000 BC to the present.  Students will be exposed to a great variety of primary source material and will focus on mastery of content material and writing skills.  Students are required to take the AP exam in May, at their own expense.

Prerequisites: At least 90 in Honors World Cultures; teacher approval
Course Number: 2109420 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

Florida History

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of the development of Florida history within the context of global and US history.  Course content includes such topics as Spanish, French, British and American occupation, Native American life, annexation and the territorial experience, slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction, urbanization and industrialization, population diversity, and post-World War II Florida.

Prerequisites: US History or concurrent with US History
Course Number: 2100350 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Honors US History

The purpose of this course is to acquire an in-depth understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political, economic and social events that have affected the rise and growth of our nation.  Students will use critical thinking skills to analyze historical themes and events throughout American History.

Prerequisites: At least 80 in World History Honors, or at least 90 in World History; teacher approval
Course Number: 2100320 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

Honors World Cultures/Geography

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an in-depth understanding of the interrelationships between people and their environments.  Students will use critical thinking skills to study the relationships between physical geography, natural resources, and the economic, political, social, cultural, religious, and historic aspects of human activity.  The Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America will be the focus of this course.  More extensive writing and research skills will be developed.

Prerequisites: Placement test; administrative approval
Course Number: 103300 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

Honors World History

This course will include the content of regular World History.  Students will also use critical thinking skills to understand cause/effect relationships in the history of civilized man. Students will also read and interpret historical documents, do research on a more advanced level, and do more extensive essay writing.

Prerequisites:  At least 80 in Honors World Cultures or 95 in Regular World Cultures; teacher approval
Course Number: 2109320 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

Law Studies

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of the American legal system.  Students will study the fundamental values underlying our justice system and the place of law in preserving order in society.  Content will include civil and criminal law, adult and juvenile courts, causes and consequences of crime, and individual rights and responsibilities.  This course is limited to juniors and seniors.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2106350 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Psychology

The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire an understanding of human behavior, behavioral interaction, and the progressive development of individuals. Course content includes such topics as human growth and development, intelligence, conditioning and learning, personality and behavior,  and mental health.   This course is limited to juniors and seniors.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2107300 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Sociology

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of group interaction and its impact on individuals and society. Content includes such topics as social norms, classes, deviation, conflict, and the role of social organizations and institutions.   This course is limited to juniors and seniors.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2108300 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

Survey of Economics

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of the way in which society organized its limited resources to satisfy unlimited wants.  Students will be introduced to macro, micro and applied economic principles and will determine how basic economic questions are answered.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2102310 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

US Government

The purpose of this course is to  give students an understanding of American government and political behavior.   Content includes an understanding of government concepts and foundations, the Constitution, powers and duties of the legislative, executive and judicial branches, state/local government, political  participation and influence, and the American legal process.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2106310 | Semesters: 1 | Credit: 0.5

US History

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political, economic, and social events that have affected the rise and growth of our nation.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2100310 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

World Cultures/Geography

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the interrelationships between people and their environments. Course content will include the study of relationships between physical geography, natural resources, and the economic, political, social, cultural, religious, and historic aspects of human activity.  The Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America will be the focus of the course.

Prerequisites: none
Course Number: 2103300 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0

World History

The purpose of this course is to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of civilization by examining the political, economic and social events that have affected humanity.

Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 2109310 | Semesters: 2 | Credit: 1.0