Ancient History (6th grade)
Students will examine the lifestyles, customs, and religions of four ancient civilizations.  This will enable them to see where humans have already been and where they are headed.  Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Rome, and Germanic tribes will be studied as independent units.  This course provides students with the necessary background for studying Western Civilization.

Western Civilization (7th grade)
This class begins with the early Roman Church and continues to the period of European Exploration.  This course is taught thematically and will cover the Medieval Period, the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Period of Exploration.  Students will gain a general knowledge of selected spiritual, political, and military leaders.  They will construct a timeline of key events, become familiar with Western art, understand the underlying causes of the Reformation, and comprehend how these events contributed to the rise of powerful European nations and their subsequent expansion into the rest of the world.  This course will provide students with the proper background for studying U.S. History to 1865.

United States History to 1865 (8th grade)
This course will study United States history to the Civil War. The class will begin with the colonization of America, examining its impact on Native American life and the reasons behind colonial America’s rebellion against the British Empire. They will follow the battles of the American Revolution and gain a proper understanding of early American government and the Constitution. Next, they will study the early 19th century, including inventions, industrialization, and westward expansion. Finally, students will gain a strong understanding of the causes of the Civil War and will finish with the Reconstruction period. Participation in National History Day is required. This class will provide students with the proper background for studying the U.S. Government.