2026-2027 TSD Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 57
History Through Film (002034)
Grades 11-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
Historical films are an interpretation of their society and can be used as historical evidence, like other types of sources, to explain
the social, political, or cultural moments for which they were created. Prior to watching films, students will be introduced to the
historical topic through primary and secondary sources as well as charts, maps, and graphs. In addition to viewing feature films,
students will be exposed to documentaries, interviews, and TED talks to complement their knowledge of the unit. Students will
also participate in Harkness discussions, complete map and geography assignments, read and annotate related articles, research
historical topics, work in groups, create presentations, and write film critiques, reflections, and essays. Students will evaluate films
as historical evidence and determine if the creator's interpretation is accurate and objective. Students will also determine how these
films reflect ideas, values, and larger historical issues in the time frame being studied.
Introduction to Leadership (002122)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course examines the characteristics and principles of various leadership philosophies. Students will study the ideology
behind different leadership styles and then examine the effectiveness of those approaches as they apply to various people and
aspects of society. In addition, students will evaluate their own leadership style, their personal strengths and weaknesses, and
determine what approach to leadership they believe is most effective in the world today. Students will learn skills that can be
applied to situations throughout their high school education. This is a student-led course with emphasis on collaboration and
public speaking that is geared towards underclassmen.
Leadership Lab (002125)
Grades 10-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course enhances each student's leadership style by continuing individual and group analysis and development. Students
can practice and implement this skill set at multiple levels including class, school, community, and/or state level. In addition,
students will continue to evaluate their own leadership style in a collaborative setting.
LINK (002222)
Grades 10-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This class provides students with an opportunity to support and model academic and social skills for a peer with a disability.
There is a focus on leadership skills, understanding and adapting to individual differences in the school setting, written and
verbal communication skills, modeling social experiences, and advocating for others. The curriculum includes, and evaluations
are based on, journaling, participation through Internet disability modules, pre/post assessments, attendance, classroom
participation with peer, and a final project.
AP Seminar (102523/202523)
Grades 10-12
Full year 1.0 credit
Meets NCAA requirements
AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of
academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Using an inquiry framework, students
practice reading and analyzing articles, research studies, and foundational, literary, and philosophical texts; listening to and
viewing speeches; and experiencing artistic works and performances. Students learn to synthesize information from multiple
sources, develop their own perspectives in written essays, and design and deliver oral and visual presentations, both
individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to analyze and evaluate
information with accuracy and precision in order to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments.
