History & Social Sciences

This course examines world events from the end of the nineteenth century to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, and the events that led to world domination by European powers and the wars that resulted. The course will also examine the ideas that led to independence movements of the mid-twentieth century and the effects of global interdependence.

This course examines world events from the end of the nineteenth century to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, and the events that led to world domination by European powers and the wars that resulted. The course will also examine the ideas that led to independence movements of the mid-twentieth century and the effects of global interdependence.

This course examines world events from the end of the nineteenth century to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, and the events that led to world domination by European powers and the wars that resulted. The course will also examine the ideas that led to independence movements of the mid-twentieth century and the effects of global interdependence.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History

This course examines the major themes in United States History from Pre-Columbian times through the Antebellum Era. Students will gain an understanding of the political, economic, social and cultural developments that shaped this time period. The course will conclude with an investigation of modern U.S. History in Grade 11. Please note: the successful completion of the honors level United States History course will prepare students for either honors-level United States History II or Advanced Placement United States History.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History

This course examines the major themes in United States History from Pre-Columbian times through the Antebellum Era. Students will gain an understanding of the political, economic, social and cultural developments that shaped this time period. The course will conclude with an investigation of modern U.S. History in Grade 11. Please note: the successful completion of the honors level United States History course will prepare students for either honors-level United States History II or Advanced Placement United States History.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History

This course examines the major themes in United States History from Pre-Columbian times through the Antebellum Era. Students will gain an understanding of the political, economic, social and cultural developments that shaped this time period. The course will conclude with an investigation of modern U.S. History in Grade 11. Please note: the successful completion of the honors level United States History course will prepare students for either honors-level United States History II or Advanced Placement United States History.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History/United States History I

Prerequisite – 3.75 cumulative GPA

Advanced Placement level classes place on the students demands that are equivalent to those of an introductory college course. Students will be required to complete a summer reading program at the conclusion of sophomore year. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing primary sources and developing effective college level writing skills. All students are required to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History/United States History

This course will continue the exploration of United States History by focusing on Civil War Era, the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era, the World Wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War and the post-Cold War Era.  We will examine primary sources and further develop research and writing skills.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History/United States History

This course will continue the exploration of United States History by focusing on Civil War Era, the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era, the World Wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War and the post-Cold War Era.  We will examine primary sources and further develop research and writing skills.

Prerequisite – Successful completion of Modern World History/United States History

This course will continue the exploration of United States History by focusing on Civil War Era, the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era, the World Wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War and the post-Cold War Era.  We will examine primary sources and further develop research and writing skills.

This elective examines the American political system, the role of the federal government, the competing philosophies of liberalism and conservatism, and the electoral process. Students also analyze both domestic and international issues of the day. A field trip is scheduled in support of the classroom curriculum.

This elective examines the American political system, the role of the federal government, the competing philosophies of liberalism and conservatism, and the electoral process. Students also analyze both domestic and international issues of the day. A field trip is scheduled in support of the classroom curriculum.

This course is designed to be a comparative history of selected individuals and topics of the twentieth century. Special emphasis will be placed on the evolution of human skills and the means of exerting power over nature and people. Topics include the origins of the Cold War in the 1940s, the demise of the Cold War in the 1980s and the Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. In addition, students will have a semester-long project to create a portfolio that will illustrate the role of women as powerbrokers.

This course is designed to be a comparative history of selected individuals and topics of the twentieth century. Special emphasis will be placed on the evolution of human skills and the means of exerting power over nature and people. Topics include the origins of the Cold War in the 1940s, the demise of the Cold War in the 1980s and the Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. In addition, students will have a semester-long project to create a portfolio that will illustrate the role of women as powerbrokers.

This course offers a view of issues that have affected American women throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Emphasis will be placed on both historical trends and individual women such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Students will research issues by examining primary and secondary sources and conducting an interview with a female family member.

This course offers a view of issues that have affected American women throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Emphasis will be placed on both historical trends and individual women such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Students will research issues by examining primary and secondary sources and conducting an interview with a female family member.

Prerequisite – 3.75 cumulative GPA

Advanced Placement European History is a college approach to the study of the history of Europe from the Renaissance to the present. Students will utilize the pertinent historiography which will enable them to trace the political, economic, intellectual, social, and cultural events that impacted this history. This is a full-year elective and is open to seniors only. All students are required to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May.

Prerequisite – 3.75 cumulative GPA

The Advanced Placement course in United States Government and Politics is designed to provide students with a critical perspective on the topic through the study of general concepts about the American system of government, as well as the examination of various institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that affect the nation’s political affairs. The year-long course also analyzes the influence of political parties, the role of political action committees, the efforts of special interest groups in shaping public policy, the relationship of the three branches of government to one another, and the role of the government in protecting civil rights and individual liberties. All students are required to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May.

Prerequisite – 3.75 cumulative GPA

Advanced Placement programs are a joint educational endeavor of the College Board and St. Mary Academy - Bay View. The Advanced Placement psychology course will have a learning environment equivalent to an introductory college level class. The course curriculum requires a basic text which is to be read independently, along with supplementary reading materials which will be assigned throughout the year. All students are required to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May. 
Basic course content is described in Psychology Level 1.

This course, like any honors course at St. Mary Academy - Bay View, challenges students to pursue course material from a broader perspective and in greater depth. It utilizes seminars and enforces critical and creative thinking in the classroom. Independent work and inherent student motivation are required for success in this psychology course. Basic course content is described in Psychology Level 1.

This course is designed to inform students of the methodology used by psychologists in an attempt to understand behavior and mental processes. Topics include: Biological Basis of Behavior, Sensation and Perception, States of Consciousness, Learning and Memory, Cognition and Language, Intelligence, Motivation and Emotion, Life-Span Development, Personality, Psychological Disorders, Therapies and Social Psychology. Application of psychology principles will be implemented through the use of semester projects and presentations. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of psychology that can be applied to everyday life.