Social Science

Social Science Department Vision Statement

The Social Science Department endeavors to nurture students’ curiosity about the past and present so they may make informed and creative decisions in a diverse and changing world. Through questioning, research, analysis, and the communication of ideas, the department helps students understand and engage in a lifelong exploration of the human condition.

Course Offerings:
US History
Global Studies A and B
Renaissance and Reformation
Globalization and Revolutions
American Government
Economics
Psychology

Honors/AP Classes: 
Honors Human Geography
AP US Government and Politics

PSU Challenge Classes: 
PSU Challenge US History
PSU Challenge History of Modern Europe

As a dual credit course through the Portland State University Challenge program, students who complete this course will earn both high school and college credit.

Graduation Requirements: 3.5 years, 3.5 credits

SMA Course Catalog