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Social Studies

Tierra Adentro Charter School offers Common Core aligned curriculum through the Humanities department. Within the department, students also learn the Social Studies curriculum including: 
 
  • 6th grade: Ancient Civilizations
  • 7th grade: New Mexico History 
  • 8th grade: US History
  • 9th grade: New Mexico History
  • 10th grade: World History
  • 11th grade: U.S History
  • 12th grade: Government, and Economics
 
Projects and lessons are incorporated throughout the curriculum that are tied to the school's inclusive cultural Fine Arts mission. Some high school Humanities courses may also have honors course offerings. These courses are designed to challenge high-performing students.  Placement into honors courses may be dependent upon teacher recommendations and test scores, as well as parent recommendation.  Students 10th-12th grade may also have the opportunity to enroll in Dual Credit courses.