K - 12 Social Studies Curriculum

		Welcome to the Peninsula School District Social Studies website. Social studies provides a unique forum for acquiring historical perspective, practicing respectful processes of engagement, and developing a passion for contributing to the common good of the immediate and larger community. Through social studies, our students will: Use knowledge of the past to construct meaningful understanding of our history in order to enrich and enlighten our lives. (Historical Perspective) Use knowledge of geographical concepts, such as spatial patterns and both human and natural systems, to understand processes that impact our world. (Geographic Perspective) Use knowledge of government, law, and politics to make decisions about and take action on local, national, and international issues to further the public good. (Civic Perspective) Use knowledge of production, distribution, and consumption within modern economics to make decisions. (Economic Perspective) Use a wide range of social studies skills, including critical thinking, to investigate and analyze a variety of resources and issues and seek answers. (Critical Thinking Skills) Use group process and communication skills to participate in democratic decision making. (Interpersonal and Group Skills)