APG: BVSD Graduation Requirements -SS
Social Studies: 30 credits in grades 9–12
- 5 in U.S. Government, grade 9
- 5 in World Geography, grade 9
- 10 in World History, grade 10
- 10 in U.S. History, grade 11
Social Studies
The Social Studies Department at Boulder High School strives to help students develop critical thinking skills, build a base of knowledge about historical content and current events, and develop the academic skills to excel in college and the workplace.
The staff prides itself on educating students of all abilities, and offers seven Advanced Placement courses that may be started freshman year. Boulder High regularly has the highest average Advanced Placement exam scores in the district. The department's students have won numerous awards and championships in the Stock Market Game, Economics, and History Day competitions.
BVSD Graduation Requirements
Minimum Required Courses
Social Studies Courses
The Academic Planning Guide (APG) and the course selection videos on the BHS Academic Planning Website are great resources to use when selecting your courses. This list of courses provides the most up to date course offering information about the course number, course description, requirements, credits, and if the course is NCAA eligible. The Curriculum Essentials Document also provides good information.