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European History 1789 to 1914 el. 11, 12 2 sem
This course offers students a chance to study the development and evolution of Europe between two major events that have shaped the continent and the world. The starting point for the class is the French revolution. The class will conclude with the outbreak of World War I. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to: the age of Napoleon, the Industrial Revolution, the rise of the nation-state, and Imperialism.
Economics/Government req 12 2 sem
In the senior year all students are required to complete a one-semester course in economics. This exciting class places great emphasis on student application. As our seniors enter the “Stock Market Game,” they come to understand the elements of personal, industrial, governmental, and global finance.
During the second semester of the senior year, students complete a course in American Government (Civics), as required by the State of Michigan. This course looks intensively at the inner-workings of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches of government at the national, state and local levels.
Psychology el. 11, 12 2 sem
In Psychology, students study psychological theories and systems, as well as mental health and adolescent development. Topics include learning, thinking, motivations, emotion, and cognitive development.
Current Issues – Geography el. 10, 11, 12 2 sem
The Current Issues course, which paired with Geography in our two-semester elective system, tracks the events of today at global, national, and local levels. Students are required to subscribe to a newspaper and two current event-based magazines in place of traditional textbooks, as they study contemporary issues and propose solutions.
Common Law el. 11, 12 2 sem
This is a discussion-based course of law-related subjects relevant to the lives of students and all citizens. Ares of focus include criminal, juvenile, civil, and family law. Case students are included, as students are exposed to the legislative inner-working of our government systems. This is a sold course for students considering a career in criminal justice, law, or other judicial or legislative positions.
