home

=Welcome to the Kiski Area Social Studies Wiki= In this site you will find:

1. A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words Initiative 2. Department Members Pictures and what courses they teach 3. Course Descriptions

"Achieving Excellence One Student at a Time"

The Mission Statement of the Kiski Area School District reads: //The Kiski Area School Community will provide quality educational experiences, preparing students to be responsible, productive, accountable, and successful citizens//. This wiki will help you see how the Social Studies Department of Kiski Area High School will help make that Mission Statement a reality. Each member of the department will utilize their individual wiki to enhance their classroom experience.

So far our department has overseen the creation of several interactive displays as part of our A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words Initiative. Click here for more information on this program!

Welcome to the 2015-2016 school year. Click below on any member of the department's picture to access their individual wiki!
From Left: Jenn McAfee, Erin Guzzie, Dave Williamson, Dan Smith, Anna Eichner, Ralph Antenucci, Jim McKenzie, Jim Christie, Matt Snedecor


 * __Social Studies Staff__:**
 * Mr. Daniel Smith**
 * smithdan89 wiki**
 * Honors U.S. History II, United States History II and AP European History**
 * Social Studies Department Chair**


 * Mr. Ralph Antenucci**
 * Economics**


 * Mr. James Christie**
 * Modern World History**


 * Mrs. Anna Eichner**
 * U.S. History II**


 * Mr. James McKenzie**
 * Honors U.S. History II and American Government**


 * Mr. Matthew Snedecor**
 * U.S. History II**


 * Miss Erin Guzzie**
 * U.S. History II**


 * Mr. David Williamson**
 * Sociology and Psychology**


 * Ms. Jennifer McAfee**
 * Modern World History and Criminal Law**

Intermediate School Staff Members
From Left: Jim O'Donnell, Tyler Odrechowski, Sandra Ignozzi, Brad Scott, Matt Stasko

Mr. Brad Scott United States History I

Mr. James O'Donnell World Geography

Mr. Tyler Odrechowski United States History I and World Geography



Mrs. Sandra Ignozzi World Geography

Mr. Matt Stasko United States History I

=**Course Descriptions-These are the Required Elements of the Kiski Area School District Social Studies Scope/Sequence**=

World Geography is a year-long course covering the physical and human geography of world regions and individual nations. Along with a systematic movement through the regions of the world, the course will incorporate discussions of real-time events as they occur in the various regions of the world. Political geography and the location of the nations of the world will also follow the regional progression throughout the course. The regions covered in sequential order are the United States, Canada, Middle America (Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean), South America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe and Russia, Southwest and Central Asia, South and East Asia, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Australia & Oceania.
 * 7th Grade-World Geography-**

United States History I begins our studies of American History as a survey course dedicated to the foundations of America. The course focuses on the time period from the inception of our country to approximately the year 1900. Topics covered include the politics, geography, social, and economic factors that lead to the development of our nation.
 * 8th Grade-United States History I-**

This course is a continuation of the American History requirement. The course focuses on the rapid changes in American life from the Progressive Movement to the present. Special emphasis is placed on the study of chronological events in relation to the contributions made by the diverse groups comprising our nation’s rich heritage. Students will be expected to process content actively through careful reading of primary source documents and to exhibit writing that utilizes perceptive evaluation. Enrichment activities will be implemented that encourages students to analyze historical information using document based questions (DBQs). Students will also study and debate controversial issues of American history both past and present.
 * 9th Grade-United States History II or Honors United States History II-**

This course is a continuation of the American History requirement. The course focuses on the rapid changes in American life from the Progressive Movement to the present. Special emphasis is placed on the study of chronological events in relation to the contributions made by the diverse groups comprising our nation’s rich heritage. Students will be expected to process content actively through careful reading of primary source documents and to exhibit writing that utilizes perceptive evaluation. Enrichment activities will be implemented that encourages students to analyze historical information using document based questions (DBQs). Students will also study and debate controversial issues of American history both past and present.
 * 10th Grade-United States History II or Honors United States History II-**

This course is an investigation of 19th, 20th and 21st century world history. Students study the major political, economic, and social developments of those centuries, looking closely at their causes and consequences and the role of individual decision-making.
 * 11th Grade-Modern World History or Honors Modern World History II-**

Economics has been developed as a semester course in basic economic theory and practice. The topics include: Economics as a discipline, economic systems, price, business organizations, stocks and bonds, government, money and banking, international trade and labor. All students must pass this course to meet graduation requirements.
 * 12th Grade-Economics-**

=**Course Descriptions-Electives**=

The purpose of the course is as follows: (A) provide factual knowledge of the institutions and political activities of American government; (B) provide an understanding of the dynamics of political decision- making; (C) provide students with an appreciation for effective citizenship; (D) provide students with the opportunity to discuss and formulate opinions concerning the pressing issues of the day. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees.
 * American Government-**

The objective of this course is to increase students’ understanding and appreciation of European History while helping students to prepare for the AP European History Exam. The course is divided into two semesters: (1) the Later Middle Ages through the French Revolution, and (2) the Industrial Revolution to the present. Areas of concentration include historical, political, social, cultural, and economic history coupled with an intense study of intellectual institutions and their development. These areas are studied from a variety of perspectives with the hope of providing a balanced view of history. Students are encouraged to take the AP exam. The fee for the AP exam is the responsibility of the student. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees.
 * Advanced Placement European History-**

AP United States History is a college-level survey course that introduces students to the rich political, social, and intellectual heritage of the United States. It is part of a cooperative endeavor by high schools, colleges, and the College Board to provide highly motivated students the challenge and opportunity to prepare for college during their high school years. Students may earn college credit based on their performance on the AP United States History Exam. The course curriculum, materials, and expectations are designed to prepare students for success with this three-hour exam. The overall purpose of the course is to provide students the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge that will form a foundation for their continuing educational endeavors. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees.
 * Advanced Placement United States History-**

This course is designed to make students aware of how the legal system is set up and functions. It will provide a historical background of the law, understanding a courtroom set up, and motives, techniques, and explanations into why individuals commit crimes. This class will focus on the judicial branch of government only. Field trips will be taken throughout the course as well as guest speakers being brought in to enhance the classroom experience. The death penalty, law enforcement, and profiling will be discussed. Internet access is required for some of the take home projects. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees.
 * Criminal Law-**

Psychology is taught as a college general psychology course. It is a survey of the major principles, research techniques and applications of contemporary psychology. Topics include the approaches to psychology, biological basis of behavior, cognitive processes, human development, personality and psychological disorders. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees.
 * Psychology-**

Sociology is the study of human relationships. The principle that each person should be privileged to play an active role in society is the central theme for the course. The student should acquire a deeper knowledge of his social environment, assume his role as a citizen, and look on knowledge and information as a challenge to encourage activity in a society. The students will be provided with a comprehensive examination of the basic concepts, principles and methods central to the scientific study of sociology. The tools of sociological inquiry then are to the study of contemporary social issues and events so that sociology becomes personally meaningful for the student. All students enrolled in this course have the option to enroll in the college in High School Program through Seton Hill University. Students are responsible for all fees
 * Sociology-**

__**Educational Websites**__:

http://www.thebeijingguide.com/

http://www.taj-mahal.net/

[|http://rubistar.4teachers.org**] -Rubric Website (shared by Amy Calisti)

http://www.idesktop.tv This website allows you to download videos off of sites like YouTube so you could use them in class