Grade Levels: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Parental permission due to sensitive material. A permission slip will be distributed to all students along with the course syllabus.

The Social Studies Seminar courses are a series of classes offered by members of the Social Studies Department. These courses are offered as semester classes; completing both semesters may meet college world history requirements. Students will sign up for a full year of the seminar and change topics at semester.

BAND OF BROTHERS – EUROPEAN & PACIFIC THEATERS IN WWII
First Semester 40311 (S1)
Second Semester 40312 (S2)

This course will help students gain a comprehensive understanding of the American soldier in World War II. Students will secure an in-depth understanding of America’s military involvement in World War II. Patriotism, courage, sacrifice, integrity and honor will be the lens through which students understand the American experience of World War II.

HOLOCAUST & HUMAN RIGHTS 

First Semester 40321 (S1)
Second Semester 40322 (S2)

Students in this course will learn about the origins of Antisemitism and analyze the development of the Holocaust and its effects through the Spiral of Injustice.  The course requires in-depth critical analysis, challenging introspective responses, group collaboration, evaluation of primary documents, and the use of multiple modes of technology.

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