Paramus Catholic High School - Course Pages: Courses

The Honors U.S. History II program is designed to provide students with an in depth approach to major topics in American history. The time period studied will be from the Progressive Era to the present. In addition to the text, students will be involved in reading primary source documents as well as selections from the major political thinkers and authors of the twentieth century. For each unit of study, stu­dents will be required to take tests that are objective in nature and also submit essays demonstrating their ability to think critically about an issue after research­ing the topic in depth through outside sources. Students will be required to do summer reading in advance of taking this course.

The Honors U.S. History II program is designed to provide students with an in depth approach to major topics in American history. The time period studied will be from the Progressive Era to the present. In addition to the text, students will be involved in reading primary source documents as well as selections from the major political thinkers and authors of the twentieth century. For each unit of study, stu­dents will be required to take tests that are objective in nature and also submit essays demonstrating their ability to think critically about an issue after research­ing the topic in depth through outside sources. Students will be required to do summer reading in advance of taking this course.

This survey course examines domestic political events as well as foreign affairs from the Gilded Age to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the political, social, economic, religious, and international events that helped to shape American society. Moreover, special attention is given to understanding how the United States has developed into a major economic power in the twenty-first century. Incorporated into this survey course are specialized readings and documents that will enhance the students' appreciation of American society. In addition, students are encouraged to keep informed about current events that will be discussed in class. Students are also required to engage in research projects throughout the year.

This survey course examines domestic political events as well as foreign affairs from the Gilded Age to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the political, social, economic, religious, and international events that helped to shape American society. Moreover, special attention is given to understanding how the United States has developed into a major economic power in the twenty-first century. Incorporated into this survey course are specialized readings and documents that will enhance the students' appreciation of American society. In addition, students are encouraged to keep informed about current events that will be discussed in class. Students are also required to engage in research projects throughout the year.

This survey course examines domestic political events as well as foreign affairs from the Gilded Age to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the political, social, economic, religious, and international events that helped to shape American society. Moreover, special attention is given to understanding how the United States has developed into a major economic power in the twenty-first century. Incorporated into this survey course are specialized readings and documents that will enhance the students' appreciation of American society. In addition, students are encouraged to keep informed about current events that will be discussed in class. Students are also required to engage in research projects throughout the year.

This survey course examines domestic political events as well as foreign affairs from the Gilded Age to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the political, social, economic, religious, and international events that helped to shape American society. Moreover, special attention is given to understanding how the United States has developed into a major economic power in the twenty-first century. Incorporated into this survey course are specialized readings and documents that will enhance the students' appreciation of American society. In addition, students are encouraged to keep informed about current events that will be discussed in class. Students are also required to engage in research projects throughout the year.

The Advanced Placement program in United States history is designed to provide highly motivated and interested students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in American history. The program covers from the Spanish American War to contemporary times and prepares students for intermediate college history courses. The course also aims at developing the skills necessary to arrive at informed judgments and conclusions based on a very focused study of the materials. Students are expected to present their ideas clearly and persuasively in both classroom discussions and writing.