Social Studies

Christina School District Social Studies prepares students to become informed and active citizens who accept their responsibilities, understand their rights, and participate actively in society and government.  In alignment with the Delaware Department of Education, students are encouraged to research issues, form reasoned opinions, support their positions, and engage in the political process. Christina School District students are expected to learn a genuine respect for the rights of others, a concern for the common good, and a commitment to such basic democratic principles as equal rights and majority rule.  Christina School District Social Studies provides skills and knowledge necessary for individuals to become competent decision makers, both in their personal lives and when making societal choices.

Christina School District's Social Studies programs deliver well-balanced daily lessons that are aligned with Delaware’s standards. It combines the District’s required curriculum units with the State’s recommendations. Throughout the school year, students participate in a wide range of activities that are taught through civics, economics, geography, and history.

Grade level units are listed below:

• Civics: K-12
• Economics: K-12
• Geography: K-12
• History: K-12
• Grades 6-8
• Grades 9-10
• Grades 11-12