Social Studies
U.S. History
2 Semesters: 36 Units
In this course, students will study the chronological order of the history of the United States with
emphasis on domestic affairs. As students study historic eras, they consider the geographic, cultural, economic and governmental changes that have occurred. Students develop a deeper understanding of their role as citizens and continue to expand their command of social studies skills and methods.

Social Studies
Government
1 Semester: 18 Units
In this course, students will focus upon the historic roots of the political system and how it has
changed over time. It also continues to develop an understanding of the rights and
responsibilities of citizenship.

Social Studies
Economics
1 Semester: 18 Units
In this course, students will learn the personal economic responsibilities highlighted in this
course. General topics addressed include: effects of shortages and surpluses, incentives; inflation,
components of the economic system, supply and demand, purchasing power of money,
comparative advantage, trade, exchange rates, taxes, role of individuals, and consequences of
economic choices.

Social Studies
Citizenship
1 Semester: 18 Units
In this course, students will focus on current events and recent history while being allowed to
choose topics of particular interest. Students demonstrate skills necessary for active, effective
citizenship.

Social Studies - General Elective
OGT Social Studies
1 Semester: 18 Units
The Ohio Graduation Test prep course will provide a concise review of high school level social
studies to help prepare students for the OGT. The course begins with a diagnostic test, followed
by study skills for the OGT. Students will then focus on sections of history, people in societies,
geography, economics, government, citizenship rights and responsibilities, and social studies
skills and methods that are included in Ohio’s social studies curriculum. The units and tests
follow the style and format of the OGT sample test items and OGT Practice Test in social
studies.

Social Studies
Geography
1 Semester: 18 Units
In this course, students will have the opportunity to study the interaction of people and cultures, as well as natural and physical environments in the major areas of the world. The course is designed to familiarize students with the world and how they, along with their community, can play a role in the development of the world. Students will also study and develop an understanding of various regions of the world and will focus on several geographic topics in each region. In addition, students should develop an understanding of how physical geography impacts the way humans live and interact with their world and how humans have changed the world’s physical geography.  As citizens our lives are greatly impacted by the rest of the world and this is our opportunity to learn about many of these places and issues.