American Government
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American Government is taught in conjunction with Personal Finance as a year-long course. The course offers an overview of the American political system. Scholars examine the constitutional foundation of our government system and its development over time. Scholars analyze the increasingly important role of campaigns and elections in contemporary American politics and how civic society and non-governmental entities, such as political parties, interest groups, and the media, influence the policy-making process. Scholars study how the institutions of the federal government---the Congress, the presidency, and the courts---operate, both in theory and in practice and how these three branches interact with one another.

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Personal Finance
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Personal Finance is a year-long course connected to American Government. The purpose of Personal Finance is to learn the ideas, concepts, knowledge and skills that enable scholars to implement personal financial decision-making skills. Scholars study how to become successful and knowledgeable consumers, savers, investors, users of credit, money managers and participating members of a workforce and society. Some of the specific topics include: earning an income, state and federal taxes, banking and financial services, balancing a checkbook, saving and investing, retirement planning, rights and responsibilities of buying or renting a home and insurance and charitable giving

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AP U.S. Government and Politics

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This college-level course provides an in-depth study of the American political system, its constitutional foundations, and the principles that continue to shape it. Scholars examine the origins and development of the U.S. Constitution, the role of federalism, and the balance of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. The course explores political parties, interest groups, media influence, and the growing significance of campaigns and elections in shaping public policy. Through analysis of landmark Supreme Court cases, foundational documents, and current events, scholars gain insight into how governmental institutions function in both theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on civic engagement, critical analysis, and the skills needed to evaluate political information and participate meaningfully in the democratic process.