History-Social Sciences Department

Social Studies 6th
World History and Geography: Ancient Civilizations
Our historical focus in 6th Grade is Ancient Civilizations. Due to the rich curriculum, some units may be covered over a longer period of time than others in order to address the entire curriculum. Each of the units to be covered throughout the year will involve various reading strategies, individual reading and writing assignments, group and paired activities, and numerous artistic and challenging projects to immerse the students into a deeper understanding of the civilizations being studied. If you would like a detailed review of the History-Social Sciences Content Standards for California Public Schools K-12 and Pacing Schedules for the school year visit our website: http://www.sandi.net/standley/departments/hss/mainpage.html.

World History and Geography 7th
World History and Geography: Medieval and Early Modern Times
Our historical focus is the Medieval World, specifically the significant people, places, and events of Africa, Europe, and Asia from the 6th through the 18th centuries C.E. Due to the extensive curriculum, some units may be covered over a longer period of time than others in order to address the entire curriculum. Each of the units to be covered throughout the year will involve various reading strategies, individual reading and writing assignments, group and paired activities and numerous artistic and academically challenging projects to immerse the students into a deeper understanding of the culture being studied.

United States History and Geography 8th
United States History and Geography: Growth and Conflict
Our historical focus in 8th grade is U.S. History and is quite extensive. Due to the rich curriculum, some units may be covered over a longer period of time than others in order to address the entire curriculum. Each of the units to be covered throughout the year will involve various reading strategies, individual reading and writing assignments, group and paired activities, and numerous artistic and challenging projects to immerse the students into a deeper understanding of the period being studied. If you would like a detailed review of the History-Social Sciences Content Standards for California Public Schools K-12 and Pacing Schedules for the school year visit our website: http://www.sandi.net/standley/departments/hss/mainpage.html.

History-Social Sciences (GATE)
Cluster 7-8, Seminar 6-8
Students identified Cluster (CL) and Seminar (SM) are scheduled with their peers by GATE designation. Cluster students in grades 7th and 8th are in Cluster courses and Seminar students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade are in Seminar courses.