In eighth grade, students develop a new, more abstract level of understanding of social studies concepts during their study of U.S. history and government, 1776 to1900. Students explore the ideas, issues, and events from the framing of the Constitution up through Reconstruction and industrialization. After reviewing the founding of the United States, particularly the Constitution, students explore the development of politics, society, culture, and economy in the United States to deepen conceptual understandings in civics, geography, and economics. In particular, studying the causes and consequences of the Civil War helps them to comprehend more profoundly the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a culturally diverse democracy.
Schools
Harrison Preparatory School
Hudtloff
Lochburn
Thomas