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Mrs. McCarthy - AP History Class Links: Children's Story Book Project AP Reconstruction Symposium AP AP New Nation Project
| Advanced Placement European History | 153P | The study of European History since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. The emphasis is on creating a context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of AP European History are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European history, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understand in writing. This course cannot be dropped once a student is registered.
$20.00 fee plus $84.00 for the AP Exam | | Economics/Micro Economics | 170P | The AP course in Economics is to give students a thorough understanding of the principals of Economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. Such a course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price level determination, and also develops students' familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. | | Advanced Placement U.S. Government & Politics | 167P | This is a college level course that stresses ideas, issues and changes in out U.S. Government. Independent study skills in writing essay examinations and short research papers will be emphasized. Upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement Test, college credit may be earned. $15.00 in paperbacks may be required in addition to the fee. This course cannot be dropped once a student is registered.
$20.00 fee plus $84.00 for the AP Exam | | Advanced Placement U.S. History | 160P | This is a college level course, which stresses ideas and issues in our historical development. Independent study skills in writing essay examinations and short research papers will be emphasized. Upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement Test, college credit may be earned. $15.00 in paperbacks may be required in addition to the fee. This course cannot be dropped once a student is registered.
$20.00 fee plus $84.00 for the AP Exam | | Social Psychology | 173 | This course deals with the accurate description, prediction, and control of human behavior. It is also the study of some elements of human relationships. Through class discussion, experiments, demonstrations, and lectures, the student will understand how past experiences influence behavior and perceptions of individuals and groups. | | Topics in Social Studies | 145 | A special topic, which focuses on the unique interests of students and teachers in each building, may be offered. A variety of methods and resources may be utilized, depending on the subject matter of each course. Since topics and course titles may vary in each building, see your counselor or social studies teacher for detailed description of the topics in social studies elective(s) offered at Normandy High School.
$15.00 fee | | U.S. Government | 167 | This course offers practical information, which emphasizes understanding the Constitution, the voting process, and the financing of government services. Additional units outline how the various levels of government function and how foreign policy is determined.
$10.00 fee | | U.S. Government Virtual Instruction | 167Z | This course offers practical information, which emphasizes understanding the Constitution, the voting process, and the financing of government services. Additional units outline how the various levels of government function and how foreign policy is determined. | U.S. History - 9
| 113 | American history is studied from the 1876 Industrial Period to present in chronological sequence. This course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of our country's past, as well as the skills of critical thinking and analysis that are necessary for good citizenship in our society.
| U.S. History - 9 Honors
| 113H | American history is studied from the 1876 Industrial Period to present in chronological sequence. This course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of our country's past, as well as the skills of critical thinking and analysis that are necessary for good citizenship in our society. This course cannot be dropped once a student is registered.
| World History
| 150 | This is a survey course that traces humans from prehistoric times to the modern era. Studies are made of the peoples of the river valleys, classical, medieval, and modern world civilizations with emphasis on their achievements and contributions to our world of today.
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Social Studies Teachers and the Classes They Teach
Mrs. Hayden
| U.S. History, World History
| Mr. Jackson
| Government, Social Psychology, Topics in Social Studies
| Mr. Thomas
| Virtual Government, Government, AP Economics
| Mrs. Jugler
| AP European History, U.S. History Honors
| Mr. Kirby
| AP European History, World History
| Mr. Madison
| Government, World History
| Mrs. McCarthy
| U.S. History, U.S. History Honors, AP U.S. History
| Mr. Spooner
| World History, U.S. History
| Mr. Turner
| AP Government, Government
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