6th Grade
The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand the development of the world community and realize that the world is comprised of many diverse cultural groups who have made significant contributions to our past and present. Students will gain knowledge of history, geography, economics, diverse cultures and global issues while building critical-thinking and literacy skills, which will prepare them as participating members of a global society. The course also provide students with opportunities to use the five themes of geography to acquire and organize information about people, places and culture and develop a sense of where they are in time and space.

7th Grade
The purpose of the course is to provide the students with the knowledge, skills, and ethics required for responsible citizenship and productive employment. Students will have the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the structure and functions of local, state and national government within constitutional and economic frameworks, the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, the American legal system and law-focused topics, the basic consumer and economic principles, the history of Palm Beach County, and the importance of active participation through service learning. Throughout the course, students will increase critical-thinking, decision-making and literacy skills, which will empower them to become productive and responsible citizens. As an extension, students will conduct research projects and demonstrate the use of technology in problem solving activities.

8th Grade
The purpose of this course is to enable the students to understand the development of the United States from Exploration to Reconstruction within the context of history by examining the political, economic, social, military, scientific, and cultural events that have affected the rise and growth of our nation.  By examining connections to the past and the contributions of men and women of diverse cultures, students will gain the knowledge necessary to enhance critical-thinking, decision-making and literacy skills to prepare for further learning and to become a productive member of a democratic society. As an extension, students will conduct research projects and demonstrate the use of technology in problem solving activities.

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