Social Studies Courses by Mr. P
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7th Grade American History
NYS Grade 7 Social Studies focuses on the history, geography, culture, and government of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the significant events, individuals, and movements that have shaped the nation. Through an integrated approach that includes history, geography, economics, and civics, students will explore the diverse experiences and perspectives that contribute to the American story.
8th Grade American History
NYS Grade 8 Social Studies focuses on the history, geography, culture, and government of the United States from the Civil War to the present. This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the key events, movements, and figures that have shaped modern America. By examining historical documents, engaging in discussions, and conducting research, students will explore the political, social, and economic developments that have influenced the nation’s trajectory.
9th Grade Global History and Geography I
NYS Grade 9 Global History I explores the history of the world from ancient civilizations through the Enlightenment. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the development of human societies, cultures, and political systems. Through the study of historical documents, artifacts, and primary sources, students will analyze the key events, figures, and ideas that have shaped the world.
10th Grade Global History and Geography II
This course covers global history from approximately 1750 to the present, focusing on the key political, economic, social, and cultural developments that have shaped the modern world. Students will explore the impacts of revolutions, the rise and fall of empires, the world wars, decolonization, and contemporary global issues. Emphasis will be placed on developing historical thinking skills, including sourcing and contextualizing historical documents, making historical arguments, and drawing connections between past events and current global trends.
College Gov’t and Economics
This dual enrollment course provides an in-depth study of both government and economics, offering students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing their high school requirements. The government portion of the course explores the foundations, structures, and functions of government at the local, state, and national levels, emphasizing the principles of democracy, civic participation, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. The economics segment examines fundamental economic concepts, including supply and demand, market structures, fiscal and monetary policy, and the role of government in the economy.
Model UN
The Model United Nations (MUN) Club is a dynamic extracurricular program that simulates the workings of the United Nations. It provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in diplomacy, international relations, and debate. Participants will step into the roles of delegates representing various countries, tackling global issues through research, negotiation, and collaboration.
Mr. Paradis
An educator in Upstate NY who specializes in 7-12th American and Global History and Geography. Mr. Paradis holds his M.S.T in Adolescence History Education, and is in the process of obtaining a M.A in American History from Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History at Gettysburg College AND a C.A.S. in School Building Leadership from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh.
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