LIBERTY SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

2009 - 2010

The History and Social Science Standards of Learning are designed to:

Develop the knowledge and skills of history, geography, civics, and economics that enable students to place the people, ideas, and events that have shaped our state and out nation in perspective.
Enable students to understand the basic values, principles, and operation of American constitutional democracy.
Prepare students for informed and responsible citizenship.
Develop students' skills in debate, discussion, and writing.
Provide students with a framework for continuing education in history and the social sciences.

The seventh grade program surveys United States history since 1877. Important trends in United States history are identified by analyzing the roles of individuals and important events. Students develop historical thinking skills and extend understanding of how geography shapes history.

The eighth grade program prepares students for responsible and productive citizenship. An understanding of goinvernment and politics in a democratic republic and the American economy system is emphasized. Students develop an understanding of individual rights and responsibilities; the ideals of liberty, justice, and equity; and the rule of law. Students learn about making choices and recognizg the consequences of personal, political, and economic decisions. Students learn to value individual and group expression, diversity, and the attributes of good citizenship

FCPS Program of Studies Standards for History and Social Science
Grade 7 Program of Studies
Grade 8 Program of Studies

7th Grade

8th Grade

Dr. Lisa Marshak: Department Chair

lisa.marshak@fcps.edu

Ms. Rebecca Donlon

rebecca.donlon@fcps.edu

Ms. Emily Phelan

emily.phelan@fcps.edu

Mr.Cliff Credle

cliff.credle@fcps.edu

Ms. Susan Reaman