Bristol Central High School

The primary objective of the social studies program is to prepare students to become thoughtful individuals whose academic background and skills will enable them to function successfully in an increasingly complex, multicultural, and changing world. The social studies program must provide students with an intellectual framework of knowledge, the skills necessary to process information, and the capacity to understand and appreciate people from backgrounds and cultures different from their own. Further, the program is intended to develop an informed, discriminating citizenship essential to effective participation in the democratic processes of governance and the fulfillment of the nation's democratic ideals.

While history forms the foundation for social studies, it is understood that concepts from other social sciences, including geography, economics, psychology, and sociology must be integrated through the department's course offerings to provide students with a firm understanding of the principles and methodologies in the social studies discipline.

What career options might I have with a background in History and Social Studies?

Listed below are the course offerings in the social studies department. The previous social studies teacher will recommend a student's future assignment to a social studies course level based on the student's ability and performance. All students selecting courses in the Social Studies Department should expect to complete assignments to develop skills in reading, writing, research, speaking and listening beyond the work indicated the course