Objective

The Social Studies department emphasizes a knowledge and understanding of complex relationships between people and cultures. By emphasizing reading and writing skills, critical thinking and analysis, and technological competence, students are prepared to make a positive contribution as virtuous citizens in a democratic society. The Social Studies department believes that students learn in a variety of ways. Thus, the department works to accommodate diverse learning styles. Methods of presentation include lecture, discussion, role- play, debate, and various implementations of technological instruction. Interpretation of primary source materials, appreciation for global cultures, and emphasis on geographic themes, are a few of the skills of historical detection and interpretation emphasized in the Social Studies department.

Required Courses: 4 years including Human Geography, World History, Civics, and United States History.

 

2023 - 2024 Social Studies Department Courses

  • Human Geography and Our Contemporary World
  • Honors Human Geography and Our Contemporary World
  • World History
  • Honors World History
  • AP World History
  • U.S. History
  • Honors U.S. History
  • Advanced Placement U.S. History
  • Civics
  • Economic Theory and Practice
  • Social Psychology
  • Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politics
  • AP Comparative Government and Politics
  • AP Psychology
  • African American History

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2023-2024 NWC 
Curriculum Guide

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Social Studies Department Team

Cory Carlson
Cory Carlson
Social Studies Teacher, Head Cross Country Coach, Head Baseball Coach, Head Indoor Track Coach
Paul Fitzpatrick
Paul Fitzpatrick
Dean of Students, Social Studies Teacher
Joseph Ohlheiser '05
Joseph Ohlheiser '05
Social Studies Teacher, Model UN Moderator, Future Leaders of America Moderator, Freshman Class Moderator
Deanna Okuda
Deanna Okuda
Foreign Language Teacher, Social Studies Teacher
Omar Wilson '91
Omar Wilson '91
Social Studies Teacher, Assistant Athletic Director