INTRODUCTION
The High School Social Studies program is designed to develop the ability to think critically about the human condition in order to make informed decisions that guide social action. Students are encouraged to reflect upon their own cultural identities and to recognize and respect cultural similarities and differences within a global perspective.
Three credits of Social Studies at the High School level (grades 9-12) are required for graduation. Ninth and tenth grade students will take required courses for their grade levels, while 11th and 12th grade students may select from those courses indicated for junior and senior status. Grade 11 students are also required to take the one-semester Thailand and Southeast Asia course (TSEA). IB Diploma students who are unable to fit this course into their schedules may complete this requirement in alternative ways.
COURSES
- World Civilization (Grade 9)
- Modern World History (Grade 10)
- United States History
- Thailand and Southeast Asia (one semester)
- Introduction to Psychology
- Introduction to Economics
- Cross Cultural Issues (one semester)
- Business & Management
- Senior Seminar (one semester)
- IB Geography SL (2 years)
- IB Geography HL (2 years)
- IB History: 20th Century World SL (1 year)
- IB History: 20th Century World HL Year 1
- IB History: Americas HL Year 2
- IB History: Asia and Oceania HL Year 2
- IB History: East and South-East Asia HL Year 2
- IB Economics SL (2 years)
- IB Economics HL (2 years)
- IB Business Management SL (2 years)
- IB Business Management HL (2 years)
- IB Psychology SL (1 year)
- IB Theory of Knowledge
