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Welcome to the University Preparatory School Social Science Electronic Portfolio. Scroll down and check out information and materials related to each of the classes offered in the department.

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World History - 7th Grade

This class is your child's first look at Social Science in the Middle School -- the course covers topics from around the globe in preparation for additional studies of World History in the tenth grade. This course begins with the assumption that your child/student has already been exposed to ancient cultures in the upper elementary grades (Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, Rome, Greece).

Published May 13, 2009 10:00 AM

Youth & Law

This course is designed for students to learn about the U.S. legal system and the rights and responsibilities of citizens, both adolescents and adults.

Published Dec 12, 2008 02:11 PM

Mock Trial

Season One is now HISTORY. . .
. . . in the case of People v. Lane both the People and the Defense rest! We "burned 'em out" with a 2-2 record.

So next it was time to take on Season Two!!!
The case of the People v. Bratton is also HISTORY... we did a great job working this case...thanks to our Alumni Team Members who made it memorable.... is it the same without you... "I think not!" (thanks Rebecca!)

Now we have Season Three's People v. Woodson Finale complete... everyone's posting their views on Faceplace and BuddyLink.... livin' life like a "Pirate" has a whole new meaning... too bad we couldn't use Exhibit C in our final round... Jose that would've been great!

Class Members... check out the discussion board in order to get ahead on your NEXT case... People v. Markson....questions 1 & 2 are posted.

People v. Buschell.... Stabby Stabby! (lol thanks Paul!) Are you ready for competition???? Check out the discussion board for ideas about Pre-Trial. Remember $20 mil is merely "chump change"... or is it?

Published Nov 30, 2011 01:43 PM

United States History - 8th Grade

Welcome to U.S. History!! This will be your first introduction to the study of the United States as you prepare for high school. This class follows the U.S. from its colonial period to the beginning of the 20th century. Be sure to keep all your notes & materials from this year to help prepare you for your CSTs.

Published May 13, 2009 10:16 AM

World History Honors

This course is offered as an honors class. This means that expectations for this class are above and beyond a typical college preparatory class, but is not taught at the level and expectation of an Advanced Placement class. This course covers global history issues, beginning with the foundations of Western thought (Aristotle, Plato) to the Cold War period and beyond.

Published Dec 15, 2008 02:49 PM

AP European History 1

This course covers the history of European history, people, and cultures from 1450 to present. The ultimate goal of the course is to successfully complete the Advanced Placement Exam in May.

Published Dec 11, 2008 01:50 PM

AP United States History

This course covers the development and history of the United States from the Colonial Period to the close of the Twentieth Century. The ultimate goal of the course is to successfully complete the Advanced Placement Exam in May.

Published Dec 11, 2008 12:43 PM

U.S. History, 11th Grade

Published Nov 17, 2009 03:22 PM

Academic Pentathlon

Published Feb 2, 2012 02:48 PM

Psychology Elective Course

This course of study is designed to introduce students to the field of Psychology. Look for updates here for interactive assignments and web-based activities.

Published Nov 21, 2009 09:55 AM