Social Studies

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Social Studies at Quincy High School

The core values, beliefs about learning, and 21st-century student expectations of the QHS Social Studies Department are aligned with those of our school as well as the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for History and Social Studies and the College Board AP courses offered.

The curriculum focuses on the development of students' critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills, which are essential for success in the modern world.

Students also have the opportunity to take advanced courses, including AP US History, AP European History, AP Psychology, AP Government and Politics: United States, and AP Economics.

Social Studies Faculty