Social Studies Department

Welcome to the Social Studies Department

 Social Studies

Social Studies at Squalicum contributes to developing responsible citizens in a culturally diverse, democratic society within an interdependent world. Social Studies equips learners to make sound judgments and take appropriate actions that will contribute to sustainable development of human society and the physical environment.

 At the high school level, there is an extensive offering of AP courses at every level, including World, U.S. History and American Government. In addition there is a rich selection of elective social studies courses available including; Comparative Religions, AP Psychology, AP Economics, and AP Art History. Based on a rigorous and challenging curriculum and appropriate investigations and reflections within social studies, students develop distinctive skills and a critical awareness of the human condition and emerging spatial patterns and the processes and events that shape them. In addition, social studies courses are designed to challenge students by promoting essential writing, reading, and analytical skills that ensure students not only succeed, but excel in college.  

Social Studies Courses

WA State History online course

Mrs. Anastasio                                                                              AP World

Mr. Bergman

Mr. Dickson                                                                                   AP US History 

Ms. Ericksen

Mr. Galvin

Mr. Herman

Mr. Hinz

Mr. Mayers

Mr. Richardson                                                                               AP Human Geography

Mr. Settem