Social Studies Elective Courses

These courses provide graduation credits in electives only.  

What are my legal rights and responsibilities as a citizen in the United States as a juvenile or as an adult in society? What legal structures and procedures govern and protect me? Introduction to  the Law is designed to help students answer these questions by conducting a thorough examination of the political and legal ideals and practices of this country.

Psychology – Grades 11, 12  (9 weeks, .5 credit)

This course introduces students to the factors affecting human behavior and the ideas of the more prominent psychologists. Stages of human development, learning, perception, personality, and the psychological basis of behavior are among the topics investigated. Through readings, discussion, viewing, and experimentation, students achieve a better understanding of human behavior.

Sociology – Grades 11, 12     (9 weeks, .5 credit)

Sociology will enable students to better understand the relationships and influences of social groups upon the individual. The socialization process, social stratification, deviance, social institutions, and cultural change are among the topics explored.  A variety of sociological perspectives will be applied throughout this course in order to enable students to analyze social behavior.