The Social Sciences are rooted in a
diverse but common heritage, and together they offer insights into the nature
and causes of political affairs, social and economic patterns and human
behavior. Critical inquiry about man, society and history generates a broad
awareness and deeper understanding of the human experience. This approach to
social sciences encourages students to develop an interdisciplinary
perspective of the world around them through the study of history, literature,
economics, society, philosophy and psychology.
World Civilizations, American History
and American Studies are aligned with the content, concepts and skills
outlined in the Massachusetts History and Social Science Frameworks. The
elective courses offered by the Social Science Department also incorporate the
concepts and skills outlined in the Massachusetts History and Social
Science Frameworks.
In the courses offered by the SHS Social
Sciences Department, students are provided with challenging and diverse
learning opportunities, which encourage them to explore their role in and
relationship to their local community, country and the world. Students also
examine issues of individualism, socio-economic class, race, nationalism and
globalization. In addition, students will develop their ability to research
effectively, think critically and to express their ideas in written, visual
and oral formats. Our goal as Social Science teachers is to empower students
to be active, capable and caring contributors to the world in which they live.
Students interested in serving as a student intern during
their junior or senior year should see Ms. DiFrancesca for more information.