Social Studies Electives

SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES�PASS/FAIL/ K/H/AP/ and DUAL CREDIT ELECTIVES

THERE IS A SOCIAL STUDIES CLASS FOR YOU!

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See your social studies teacher for more details, or contact the elective teacher directly.

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You get to make cool projects like these!

AP Human Geography with Ms. Heise!

What do you learn about in this class?

• You will learn about how humans impact the world around them. We look at a variety of topics like:

Culture Ethnicity

Religion Economics

Agriculture Politics

Cities and Land Use Sustainability

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What are the benefits of taking an AP class?

• Developing skills needed to analyze and evaluate our complex world and its challenges.
• Use those skills to explore a greater appreciation for the world around you
• Participate in a college-like learning environment to help prepare yourself for future AP classes and college.

Who should take this class?

Motivated 9^th-11^th graders

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How do I sign up?

Email Coach Heise at amy.heise@cfisd.net

Tell your counselor to sign you up!

World Geography

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something for everyone

Fulfills a Social Studies Elective for all endorsements

Study global themes like population and culture and world regions

Not just maps!

9-12^th grade

WGeo L - #11123 WGeo K - #11013 WGeo H - #11063

“EVERYTHING HAS TO DO WITH GEOGRAPHY.”

-JUDY MARTZ

What we study…

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How we study…

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Questions...

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If you have questions, please feel free to email us: Justin Rigdon at Justin.Rigdon@cfisd.net

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***9th-12th Grade

**Option to fulfill the 3^rd social studies required for graduation!

**Prepare for the 11th US History EOC as many topics overlap!

Course Numbers:

WH L- 13122

WH K- 13012

Questions...

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If you have questions, please feel free to email us: Justin Rigdon at Justin.Rigdon@cfisd.net

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***9th-12th Grade

**Option to fulfill the 3^rd social studies required for graduation!

**Prepare for the 11th US History EOC as many topics overlap!

World History AP

What we study:

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Foundations: Ancient and Classical Civilizations plus major religions

Post Classical: Middle ages in Europe, Tang and song China, Mongols, Islamic Calipahtes, Delhi Sultanates, Mesoamerican Tribes and West African Kingdoms

Early Modern: Renaissance, Nation States, Columbian Exchange, Gunpowder Empires, Qing China, and Japan

Modern: Revolutions, Industrialization, Economic systems and imperialism

Contemporary: World Wars, Decolonization, Cold War, terrorism, Civil rights environmentalism, and global culture

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WH AP- 13052

WH H/AP- 13072

Prof. E. Room

1262

African American Studies �Course # 14212 1.0 Credit �Grades 10th -12th

African American Studies is a conceptually driven course that introduces students to the exploration of the rich and diverse history and culture of African Americans. The goal of this course is to broaden the knowledge and understanding of students interested in learning about history, citizenship, culture, economics, science, technology, geography, and the political realities of African Americans.

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For more information please contact:

Blazen Hall

Room: 2262

Mexican - American Studies

Course #:

10^th -12^th graders

Year-Long Course

Instructor: Blazen Hall

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You can reach me at: blazen.hall@cfissd.net or

see me in room 2262.

This class will focus on the historical and cultural contributions of Mexican Americans. An emphasis will be placed on 20^th and 21^st century events, but we will also learn about earlier historical events.

• Earn 6 college credit hours
• HIST 1301 (FALL)
• HIST 1302 (SPRING)
• Save time and money
• Transfer credits
• Cy-Hope scholarships available
• College level readiness in reading and writing

US History AP/DC Course #– 10253 US History HAP/DC Course # – 10263

Dual Credit is an opportunity for high school students to earn high school and college credit simultaneously.

Trina Brown

College, Career, and Military Readiness Counselor

Jersey Village High School

H House

trina.brown@cfisd.net

Sociology/Sociology DC: The study of society

Can be taken Pass/Fail or Dual Credit

Best for students that truly want to expand their perception and share ideas with people who don’t think like they do in a respectful way. Mature students needed.

• Want to better understand why and how society works (and doesn’t)?
• Want to better understand concepts like gender roles, race, discrimination, wage- gaps, riots, hate crimes, marriage, prison, bias, “brain-washing,” poverty, religion, education, etc?

If you are ready to take your mind to another level, Mr. Higgins and Mr. Williams welcome you to the world of Sociology!

Sociology L Course Number – 13420

Sociology DC course number- 13500

11^th -12^th grade single semester elective

Psychology L/ AP/ DC: The study of your mind

• Why do people behave

the way they do?

• How can I control stress?
• Did my memories really happen?
• Can I be trained?
• Who am I?
• Is the dress black and blue or white and gold?
• How are mental disorders diagnosed?
• Am I a conformist?

Mature and thoughtful students needed.

11^th and 12^th grade single semester elective

Psych AP/ DC – get college credit! Psych L – can be taken pass/ fail

If you are ready to take your mind to another level Mr. Williams and Ms. Yoerg welcome you to the world of Psychology!

Psychology Course #– 13620 Psychology Course # AP – 13650 Psychology Course # HAP – 13660

Psychology Course # DC- 13550

AP European History with Ms. Heise!

What will I learn about?

• The Renaissance that gave us art and culture.
• The Age of Exploration that pushed the boundaries of the known world.
• Religious Wars that changed power structures and societies.
• Scientific Discoveries that shape the world we live in today.

What are the benefits of taking an AP class?

• Developing skills needed to analyze and evaluate our complex world and its challenges.
• Use those skills to explore a greater appreciation for the history of Europe.
• Participate in a college-like learning environment to help prepare yourself for future AP classes and college.

How do I sign up?

• Email Coach Heise at amy.heise@cfisd.net
• Course # 15553- Yearlong Course for 11^th and 12^th grade students
• Contact your counselor and tell them you want to join this class

Who can take this class?

• Motivated 11^th and 12^th graders

WORLD AREA STUDIES

with Mrs. Rich

Challenge your perception of the world through documentaries, TV shows, news articles, current events, class discussions, and research

11^th and 12^th grade course

K Level Elective

Can be taken ½ or full year

MORE QUESTIONS? THOUGHTS?

CONTACT MRS. RICH

amanda.rich@cfisd.net - Room 2406

FULL YEAR K— 14013

H – 14063

HALF YEAR

K— 14010 H—14060

CURRENT EVENTS REGIONAL STUDIES PROTEST MOVEMENTS NUCLEAR WEAPONS FAMINE AND REFUGEES

POPULATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE �HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES INTERNATIONAL �RELATIONSHIPS

MINORITY STUDIES

TRANSITIONS OF POWER

H story through Film

COURSE# 15430

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11^th and 12^th graders Semester Elective

Can be taken PASS/FAIL

Questions? See L. Siems in room 2262

Students will learn about the major eras of world history by watching movies. Students are expected to analyze film for bias, point of view, purpose and historical accuracy.

Learn the REAL history behind the films you love!

Are you interested in going into law enforcement or becoming a lawyer or work with a law enforcement agency after high school? This class is for you!

Street Law

Lots of guest speakers!

Police Officers

FBI Agents

DEA Agents

And more!

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Learn how law impacts your everyday life

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We talk about our court structure, criminal procedures, civil rights and other legal issues

Come by room 2254 or 1454 to talk to Mr. Khawaja or Mrs. Uran if you have questions!

Participate in a court process that deals with real scenarios from Jersey Village High School

11^th and 12^th grade single semester and full year elective

Street Law Course # – 13720

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Dual Credit Economics

• Economics is the study of choices. You have a choice when it comes to your education. Choose to take the least cost for the most benefit. Choose DC Econ!

Course #: DC 15070 AP/DC 15080

Questions? See Mrs. Villarreal in room 2246

12^th grade students may substitute required economics with DC Economics

Government 2306- Texas Government DC

Come learn about the great State of Texas and its great political system.

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SPTSS Govt. 2 Dual Course #-14350

SPTSS Govt. 2 H/Dual Course #-14360

12th grade single semester elective

Personal Financial Literacy and Economics…

is an option to meet the one-half credit graduation requirement for economics under the Foundation High School Program. This course allocate two-thirds of the instructional time to personal financial literacy and one-third of instructional time to economics.

Course # 15210

Questions: Please see Mrs. Villarreal in room 2246