Mission Statement
We believe social studies is vital for all citizens in democracy. Students should be taught civic responsibility as well as an appreciation and understanding of other cultures within our society and throughout the world.
Understanding basic human needs, cultural diversity, and an interdependence of the world community enhances the quality of life. The integration of literature and other disciplines encourages students to become cooperative and independent learners.
Our program is based on history as the unifying discipline and includes designated strands of geography, history, people, economics, contemporary issues, and political science. These strands provide students with skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions. Skills include critical thinking and problem solving techniques which lead to negotiation and resolution of social conflicts.
Both wide overviews and in-depth studies are utilized in implementing the curriculum. All of this is best achieved through cooperative efforts of the school and community.
Social Studies Teachers
- Melissa Moxley – Department Chair | Room 120 | Email
- Kristen Boyer | Room 207 | Email
- David Brown | Room 212 | Email | Website
- Michael Carolla | Room 215 | Email
- Laurie Furry | Room 205 | Email
- Trey Hinkle | Room 211 | Email
- Pam Hunter | Room 111 | Email
- Amy Kaunitz | Room 216 | Email
- Eric Luckenbill | Room 213 | Email
- Jason Maskornick | Room 116 | Email
- Jessica Meinhardt | Room 110 | Email
- Melissa Montero | Room 126 | Email | Website
- Tyler Nolan | Room 207 | Email
- Brian Parish | Room 210 | Email | Website
- Brian Pum | Room 109 | Email
- Kevin Rhodes |Room 221 | Email
- Danielle Walsh | Room 113Â | Email
- Jonathan Wenner | Room 116 | Email
- Steven Yoder | Room 209 | Email
- Jonathan Zolomij | Room 128 | Email
Courses Offered
See the Program of Studies for detailed course information. Click here for the Social Studies curriculum.