History

Global History & Geography I 

The Global History and Geography I course is the first year of the Global History and Geography curriculum.  Global I  is organized around the NYS Social Studies Standards of the New York State Department of Education including history, geography, economics and civics. 

It is presented in chronological order beginning in the Neolithic Era and continues up to 18th Century Europe. 

Major units include: Early Civilizations in Africa, South Asia, East Asia, Meso-America, Ancient Greece and Rome, Middle Ages in Europe, the Renaissance, Growth of Nationalism, Early Imperialism, Era of Global Exchange, Religions and Belief Systems, Industrial Revolution, the Age of Imperialism, the Era of Absolutism, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, and the French Revolution. In order to prepare for the Final Exam, a review unit at the end of the year will reinforce the major themes developed throughout the year.

Global History & Geography II 

This course consists of the continued study of Europe and Non-European World History.  It consists of the study of the political, historical, social, cultural and economic events that shaped history from the 1700’s to the present. All students will take the Global History & Geography Regents Examination (a comprehensive exam consisting of both Global I and II courses.)  Local Diploma students must receive a grade of 65 or higher to fulfill graduation requirements.  An 85% or above on this Regents is considered Mastery Level.

U.S. HISTORY & GOVERNMENT

This course will deal with a thorough analysis of the Constitutional foundations of the Republic. Key Constitutional principles such as separation of powers, check and balances, judicial review and the Bill of Rights will be examined.  The remainder of the year is based on American History from 1865 to the present. Special attention is given to the American Civil War, American foreign policy, Civil Rights struggles of various minorities, and the impact of supreme court decisions on American Society.   Students will be required to take the New York State Regents Examination in U.S. History and Government.  All students must receive a grade of 65 to fulfill diploma requirements.  This course is required by the New York State Education Department for all students for graduation.

PARTICIPATION IN GOVERNMENT/ECONOMICS

This senior course satisfies the graduation requirement. The Participation in Government course is taught during the fall term. The curriculum includes a study of the American system of government. The Constitution is a focal point of study and it is examined from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Students will also be involved in a “participation in government” experience. The Economics course is devoted to an examination of the American economy. Basic economic institutions will be examined including banking, labor, taxation and international trade. Comparisons will be made with other economic systems.