Hope Christian School

Social Studies


(R) connotes a Required course.  (E) connotes an Elective course.
 


World History and Geography (R)

This course is a basic examination of the history of the world from creation to the present with a heavy emphasis on western civilization.   God’s plan for the world is the continuum by which man’s progress is followed from ancient time to the present.

U.S. History and Geography (R)
This course is a two-fold class of geography and U.S. History, with the history elements being emphasized. The focus of study is on key developments in national history which have affected the current world status, including political parties, policies, influential people and accomplishments which reflect our own life-style.

New Mexico History (R)
This semester course is a basic examination of the history of New Mexico, describing the land, the people, and contributions made by New Mexico to the United States and the World.   Included are looks at the Native American cultures, Spanish exploration and rule, rule by Mexico, and rule by the United States. (State Requirement)

Civics/Economics (R)
Civics is a 12th grade study of the political structure and history of the United States and the impact of the United States on the world. The growth and development of the nation’s political infrastructure and its past, present and future relationships are presented to students in an effort to prepare them to take their future positions as citizens of the nation and the world. Good citizenship and patriotism are emphasized, with an under-standing of the Bible’s teachings on the same.

Economics is a semester course with the unifying theme that the “free market economy” is the key to America’s prosperity for the future. The free market system is contrasted with other systems, with an emphasis on the weaknesses and failures of these systems. The course will prepare the students to become informed citizens well able to direct their economic destinies.
 
Honors Civics/Economics (E)
The topics covered within Honors Civics/Economics are the same as the standard Civics/Economics course offering; however, texts will be covered in greater depth and more rigorous standards of grading will be used on tests and projects.