Jr & Sr High history |
ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
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Jr/Sr High history classes meet on Mondays for 70-75 minutes.
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Western civilization (7TH & 8TH GRADES)Prerequisites: Ability to pass reading and writing placement tests demonstrating successful completion of a 6th grade level language arts program or successful completion of LV Language Arts 6
Curriculum: Journey Across Time These courses survey the history of western civilizations, weaving in the fabric of the Scriptures, primary source documents, geography, and historical fiction. A significant amount of reading and discussion are incorporated to encourage critical thinking skills. |
Western Civilization 2: The Renaissance to the Present (2017-2018)
This year begins with the Renaissance and works through the development of governments later concluding with the study of our current culture. Inventions, industry and technology developed rapidly during these eras. Challenges to government and beliefs surfaced which influenced the shaping of the world as it is today. Through a deeper understanding of these historical events, an appreciation of how God has worked in the past and continues to work in our world will be established. Literature Selections: The Second Mrs. Giaconda, Witch of Blackbird Pond, Carry On--Mr. Bowditch, The Hiding Place
This year begins with the Renaissance and works through the development of governments later concluding with the study of our current culture. Inventions, industry and technology developed rapidly during these eras. Challenges to government and beliefs surfaced which influenced the shaping of the world as it is today. Through a deeper understanding of these historical events, an appreciation of how God has worked in the past and continues to work in our world will be established. Literature Selections: The Second Mrs. Giaconda, Witch of Blackbird Pond, Carry On--Mr. Bowditch, The Hiding Place
US HISTORY (9TH & 10th GRADEs)
Prerequisites: Ability to pass reading and writing placement tests demonstrating high school reading and writing ability and the successful completion of an 8th grade language arts course or successful completion of LV English B or higher
Curriculum: American Anthem Throughout this course, students come to appreciate and understand the struggle for justice and freedom throughout American History. By means of a solid history text and primary source documents, students will come to understand how historical decisions impacted the political, economic, cultural, and religious meanings and values which our citizens have attached to the United States and what it inherently means to be an American. Students will learn to sharpen their analytical skills and learn to communicate them effectively. Success in this course depends on the student’s diligent interaction with course materials. Correlations of the past to the present will be examined and discussed in the light of a Christian worldview.
Curriculum: American Anthem Throughout this course, students come to appreciate and understand the struggle for justice and freedom throughout American History. By means of a solid history text and primary source documents, students will come to understand how historical decisions impacted the political, economic, cultural, and religious meanings and values which our citizens have attached to the United States and what it inherently means to be an American. Students will learn to sharpen their analytical skills and learn to communicate them effectively. Success in this course depends on the student’s diligent interaction with course materials. Correlations of the past to the present will be examined and discussed in the light of a Christian worldview.
Us Government (11TH & 12TH GRADES)Prerequisites: Ability to pass reading and writing placement tests demonstrating 11th grade reading and writing ability with successful completion of a 10th grade English course or successful completion of LV English I and one other LV high school English course
Curriculum: MacGruder’s U.S. Government This one semester course uses a historical, philosophical, and biblical approach to studying the subject of our American government. Students will engage in learning the responsibilities that come with U.S. citizenship through classroom lectures, activities, and discussions as well as at home reading and writing assignments. Topics covered will be the Constitution, the three branches of government, political parties, elections, foreign policy, and more. This |
economics (11TH & 12TH GRADES)Prerequisites: Ability to pass reading, writing and math placement tests demonstrating successful completion of a 10th grade level English course and successful completion of a strong Algebra I course or successful completion of LV English I and one other LV high school English course and LV Algebra I or higher
Curriculum: Bob Jones Economics This one semester course is designed to help students grasp a solid understanding of both individual financial issues as well as the financial concerns our country faces in today’s economy. With an emphasis on Scriptural principles, students will learn about the laws of supply and demand, money, banking, government intervention, business, unemployment, productivity, inflation, free market ideals, and personal finance. Activities and projects will help students connect to this subject on a more personal level. |
