The courses are designed to help conscientious students improve skills to levels that may enable advancement to a college preparatory course the following year or possible acceptance to a post-secondary school suited to their talents. This program deals with the study of American history from its European background to the beginning of the Progressive Movement. The studies program allows for more topical and thematic approaches to course content in order to develop strategies that allow for development of students' skills and learning strategies. This program continues with the study of American history from the Progressive Movement to the present. It is a continuation of the approaches utilized in the US History Studies 1 program developing alternative strategies to the understanding of our rich past and preparation for effective citizenship roles.
Psychology is an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior.
The course will focus on essential concepts and theories of physiology, stress, mental illness, conflict, learning, perception, personality, therapeutic processes, and physical and emotional development. A number of activities that apply concepts of psychology to everyday living are provided to increase the enthusiasm and understanding of the discipline. Note taking, outside reading, research, group dynamics and discussion are an integral part of Psychology. Field trips are also planned. The IB level of Psychology will be committed to preparing students for the International Baccalaureate examination.