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Social Studies
Four credits in Social Studies are required for graduation.
W W W. S H E LT O N . O R G
Placement in honors level Social Studies classes requires teacher
recommendation and administrative approval.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
Two semesters, 1 credit
Required
This course is the study of the interrelationships of cultures, politics, and
economies of the international community in correlation with the Five Themes
of Geography (location, human-environment interaction, place, region, and
movement).
WORLD HISTORY
This class is an introduction to the history of the world with emphasis
on specific political, social, economic, and religious events that have
influenced the world’s cultures. Major topics are the origins of man, early
river civilizations, major religions of the world, empire building, and the
development of culture in Western Europe.
S H E LT O N S C H O O L
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U P P E R S C H O O L C O U R S E C AT A L O G
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2023 - 2024
Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisite: World Geography
Required
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UNITED STATES HISTORY, 1865 – PRESENT
Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisites: World Geography, World History
Required
This course explores major events and cultural developments that occurred
during this time period. Beginning with the reconstruction period after the
Civil War, the first semester continues with industrial growth, immigration,
and progressive reforms. During the second semester, the twentieth century
is studied with emphasis on World War I, the 1920s, the Great Depression, and
World War II.
UNITED STATES HISTORY, POST WORLD WAR II
HONORS
Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisites: World Geography, World History, U.S. History
Honors level elective for seniors
This honors level elective course examines the period of history from the end
of World War II to present, focusing heavily on the Cold War, which dominated
U. S. foreign policy from 1945 to 1991, and the decade of the 1960s, including
the Vietnam War. Students analyze events during this important period
of history and respond in writing or class discussions. A research paper is
assigned each semester.