Social Studies Courses Offered
Utah History
This class is designed to help students become familiar with the geography and people of Utah. The curriculum includes Native Americans, Mountain Men, the Mormon pioneers, statehood and current events. Particular attention is paid to Utah since 1896, including World Wars I and II and current politics.
U.S. History
The students will be introduced to a study of U.S. History from colonization up to and including the present. The course will focus on the "Epic fo America," the history and economic development of the country. The course will include a unit of study on the process and Constitution. The student's responsibility to the law will be emphasized.
World Civilizations/Geography for Life
This course is about human and physical geography. Units will focus on map and globe skills, global cultures, and regional geography. Students will become more familiar with the world around them to better understand world regions and governments, population and economics, regional traditions and conflicts, responsible citizenship and the environment.
Service Learning
This class is designed for those students who would like to make a difference in their school, neighborhood, community, and world. Students will design, organize, and implement service projects as part of this class. Leadership, organization, and service will be taught to students as they address the values of respect, trust, responsibility, caring and honesty.
