G. Mendes

World Cultures/American Studies

Rahway High School 

Social Studies Department 

EMAIL: gmendes@rahway.net

Course Curriculum 

(World Cultures): This course will focus on the various themes of world history such as geography, economics, government, citizenship, culture, science, society, constitutional heritage & global relations (SOCIAL STUDIES). Throughout this course, you will be asked to think critically about the events that have shaped world history and how they’ve impacted our world today. This course will also cover a wide range of events regarding human civilization. From the emergence of humans in Africa to the modern world, this course traverses the plain of what many call the “story of man”.

(American Studies): This course will focus on the historical story of the United States of America. From the first settlers of America to the U.S Civil War, we will explore its geography, government, people, culture & history. We will also study the responsibilities of citizenship, current events & the challenges that face this young nation today.

Materials Needed:

Textbook   Electronic device    Notebook      Folder        Pen(s) & Pencil(s)       Highlighter      

Grading policy:

40% Assessments (tests, exams, projects/reports)

30% Homework/Quizzes

30% Classwork/Participation

* assignments not completed or delivered due to abscence, must be completed & delivered to me by the end of the week.

Homework: Homework is usually given Monday thru Thursday, Fridays are normally hw free. HW is to be done in ink (blue, black or typed). HW will be placed on board, hw website & announced in class. Long term projects may span weekends.