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Department
Philosophy
The Social Studies Department of
Tiverton High School seeks to meet the needs of this community by being
comprehensive in score. Aware of the diversity of our students with regard
to career and educational orientation, the department provides a variety of
courses designed to afford opportunities for participation in the affairs of
society to all students.
Among the ideals promoted by the
social studies cirrocumuli are respect for human dignity; equality of
opportunity for all persons irrespective of race, creed, sex or ethnic
identity; allegiance to our democratic heritage, and understanding of the
foundation of our political, economic and social systems. Respect for the
contributions of the past cultures to our present institutions is actively
encouraged. This department seeks to maintain standards of excellence in
each curriculum offering and in each level of an offering.
Through an emphasis on the importance
of an individual’s contributions to his society, the deliberative nature of
the American political system, the implication of international relations,
the responsibilities of local, state national and global citizenship, the
value of reasoned action, appreciation of the time factors involved in
peaceful social change, and the significance of rule by law, the department
seeks to equip students with a rationale for service to society.
Through a utilization of fundamental
research and communication skills the department seeks to provide students
with both the knowledge and the practical ability to participate fully in
our social, economic and political systems at whatever levels they choose.
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