Ancient humans and the civilizations of Egypt. Greece and Rome are studied and explored in the sixth grade. The seventh grade continues its study of world history up to the present by comparing and contrasting economic and cultural influences on our contemporary societies. During the eighth grade, the students focus on our American institutions. A week long trip to Washington, D.C. is the culmination of their entire Brandeis Hillel experience with visits to our national, cultural, Jewish, and historic sites.
Social studies includes the discussion of age-appropriate current events and geography.