Mrs. Kerry Holtz

"Christ has confidence in young people and entrusts them with the very future of His mission" -Pope Francis

Social Studies Curriculum

6th Grade Ancient History: Students will explore archaeological processes, including dating, classifying, and comparing ancient artifacts and fossils. They will examine the origins of, and describe the characteristics of civilized society. They will study the cultures of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and India. Special instruction will be given in information literacy and research, including evaluation of sources for accuracy, relevance, and bias. A research paper will be completed this year. Research and writing skills, including MLA in-text citations, will be taught during this project.

Text: Teach TCI, “History Alive! – The Ancient World”

7th Grade The Medieval World and Beyond: Students will explore the legacies of civilizations in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. They will examine the origins and beliefs of world religions. They will study the innovations and adaptations that came out of the Medieval world. Writing is an integral part of this course. The students will write several essays, including research, as well as compare/contrast genres. Research and writing skills, including MLA in-text citations, will be taught during this project.

Text: Teach TCI, “History Alive! – The Medieval World and Beyond”

8th Grade The United States: Students will explore the powerful journey of the United States from its earliest foundations. The students will spend a good portion of the year on civics. They will closely examine our representative government and our Constitution. Writing is an integral part of this course. The students will write several essays, including research, as well as opinion genres. Research and writing skills, including MLA in-text citations, will be taught during this project.

Text: Teach TCI, “History Alive! – The United States”