This course is a chronological study of United States history beginning with the last Ice Age and culminating with the American Civil War. It should be noted that essential aspects of New York State history are infused into the subject matter, in accordance with the New York State Social Studies Standards. While a traditional historical approach is emphasized, the course also incorporates other social studies disciplines such as geography, economics, sociology and political science into the curriculum. There is an emphasis on critical thinking, writing, reading, formal research, map and graph analysis and the interpretation of historical documents. The course concludes with a cumulative final examination that is consistent with NYSED Regents Standards.

Social Studies Department

Standardized Grading policy

The Social Studies Department has adopted a department wide grading policy which is broken down into two categories. The two categories are Major assignments and Minor assignments.

Major assignments will count as 60% of the average.

Minor Assignments will count as 40% of the average.

This pre-college psychology course explores individual behaviors, thoughts, and actions. Students will study the physical, mental, and social influences on human behavior and relationships as they relate to criminal behavior. Topics include Personality Theories, Abnormal Psychology, and Career Possibilities. Knowledge will be applied to solve individual and societal problems. Although this course is valuable for any student, it is especially beneficial for someone planning to pursue a career in psychology, teaching, or medicine. Students will be expected to participate actively in all case analysis and performances, as this is a project-based learning course.

Social Studies Department

Standardized Grading policy

The Social Studies Department has adopted a department wide grading policy which is broken down into two categories. The two categories are Major assignments and Minor assignments.

Major assignments will count as 60% of the average.

Minor Assignments will count as 40% of the average.

This course is an overview of the major components of the criminal justice system as it applies in the United States. These components will include law enforcement, the courts, corrections, probation, parole, and juvenile courts. Also included are units on the theories of crime, major crimes committed, legal definitions, arrest and pretrial, process, rights of accused, due process, exclusionary rulings, the courts, their decisions, correction, and the death penalty. Research and discussion will be generated by a further understanding of the categorization of crimes (felony, misdemeanor, violation) as well as crimes against person, property, and social morality. There will be an in-depth analysis of criminal investigations. Case studies will be interpreted from the perspective of the investigative team. Students will be given an advanced look at the Criminal Justice system with a focus on investigations and trial procedure. Students will be expected to participate actively in all case analysis and performances, as this is a project-based learning course.

Social Studies Department

Standardized Grading policy

The Social Studies Department has adopted a department wide grading policy which is broken down into two categories. The two categories are Major assignments and Minor assignments.

Major assignments will count as 60% of the average.

Minor Assignments will count as 40% of the average.