Students will continue to use social studies skills as they examine American history since 1865, from the Reconstruction era to the present. Students will continue to learn fundamental concepts in civics, economics, and geography within the context of United States history. Political, economic, and social challenges facing the nation reunited after civil war will be examined chronologically as students develop an understanding of how the American experience shaped the world’s political and economic landscapes. Emphasis will placed on intellectual skills required for responsible citizenship.