History

***** AP European History and AP U.S. History are both based on an every other year basis. (Ex. If in 2014 AP European History is offered, it will be offered again in 2016 - in 2015 AP U.S. History will be offered.)

AP European History is a year long course in which you would gain 1 high school credit and 6 college credits upon passing. The class is currently taught by Jeff Bunner and is affiliated with the Seton Hill University. To sign up for this course you must first meet the Dual Enrollment qualifications and have an overall cumulative QPA of 3.2 or a cumulative QPA of a 3.5 in the subject of application by the 3rd quarter as reflected on the transcript. This course is only available to juniors and seniors at WHS. WHS will cover the 2 payments of $165.00 cost associated with the course as well as the $92.00 required to take the AP exam within restrictions listed in the CHS Policies and AP Agreement.

Course Description (as written by Washington School District)

"Advanced Placement/College in High School European History (Western Civilization) is a survey course equivalent to the demands of an introductory college course. Students will use a college-level textbook. The course begins with the Renaissance and provides an in-depth study of the major developments in Europe to present day. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the program develops (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in history, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence, and (c) an ability to analyze and to express historical understanding in writing. Students will also be required to take the national College Board AP History exam given in May to qualify for college credit via the AP/College Board program (nearly all colleges and universities in the United States—as well as many institutions in more than 60 other countries—grant credit and placement for passing AP scores or acknowledge AP scores in the admission process). Taking AP courses and passing AP Exams is highly valued by colleges during the admissions process. ALSO: This is a dual-enrollment College in High School course and six (6) college credits can be earned through our college partner by qualifying juniors and seniors. Washington School District has graciously decided to pick up the cost for the AP Exam and College in High School tuition for this course."

Contact Instructer?

bunnerj@prexie.org

AP U.S. History is a year long course in which you would gain 1 high school credit and 6 college credits upon passing. The class is currently taught by Jeff Bunner and is affiliated with the Seton Hill University. To sign up for this course you must first meet the Dual Enrollment qualifications and have an overall cumulative QPA of 3.2 or a cumulative QPA of a 3.5 in the subject of application by the 3rd quarter as reflected on the transcript. This course is only available to juniors and seniors at WHS. WHS will cover the 2 payments of $165.00 cost associated with the course as well as the $92.00 required to take the AP exam within restrictions listed in the CHS Policies and AP Agreement.

Course Description (as written by Washington School District)

"Advanced Placement US History is a survey course equivalent to the demands of an introductory college course. Students will use a college-level textbook. Students will study the historical, cultural, economic and social trends by reading the text and other primary resources, analyzing political cartoons, interpreting charts and graphs from pre-Colonial periods to the present time. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the program develops (a) an understanding of the principal themes in history, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence, and (c) an ability to analyze and to express historical understanding in writing. Development and enhancement of critical thinking and writing skills prepare the student for college-level performance. Students will also be required to take the national College Board AP History exam given in May to qualify for college credit via the AP/College Board program (nearly all colleges and universities in the United States—as well as many institutions in more than 60 other countries—grant credit and placement for passing AP scores or acknowledge AP scores in the admission process). Taking AP courses and passing AP Exams is highly valued by colleges during the admissions process. ALSO: This is a dual-enrollment College in High School course and six (6) college credits can be earned through our college partner by qualifying juniors and seniors . Washington School District has graciously decided to pick up the cost for the AP Exam and College in High School tuition for this course."

Contact Instructer?

bunnerj@prexie.org

CHS Political Processes is a year long course in which you would gain 1 high school credit and 3 college credits upon passing. The class is currently taught by Joshua Barrette and is affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh. To sign up for this course you must first meet the Dual Enrollment qualifications and have an overall cumulative QPA of 3.2 or a cumulative QPA of a 3.5 in the subject of application by the 3rd quarter as reflected on the transcript as well as a recommendation by your 9th grade English teacher. This course is available to sophomores at WHS. WHS will cover the $225.00 cost associated with the coursewithin restrictions listed in the CHS Policies and AP Agreement.

Course Description (as written by Washington School District)

"The American Political Process is a survey course equivalent to the demands of an introductory college course and follows the requirements of the University of Pittsburgh’s PS0200 course. This course is intended to teach students about the American political system and broad concepts political scientists use to study politics. The course will begin with Pre-constitutional philosophical influences and continue through modern interpretations of constitutional principles. It also will focus on the structure of our form of government and its implications. Students will be required to read and write extensively and to construct both oral and written arguments on political issues of the day. Students have the opportunity to earn three (3) college credits through the University of Pittsburgh upon successful completion of the class. "

Contact Instructer?

barrettej@prexie.org

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