Students are required to complete three years of social studies, which includes World History/Geography, United States History/Geography, and Civics/Economics.

The Glendale Union High School Social Studies curriculum provides students with the ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of history, geography, economic, political, and social institutions of Arizona, the United States, and the world in order to think critically and participate responsibly in a democratic society.  Elective courses may be offered and are determined by local schools.  Sociology is offered at Greenway High School and Psychology is offered at Thunderbird High School.

Social studies coordinator is Phyllis Gendreau.

Students will be able to identify, describe, and explain key themes, events, terms, patterns, beliefs, causal relationships, and turning points in World History.

• Identification/Explanation
• Current Issues
• Appropriate Social Studies Vocabulary
• Knowledge of Content
   

Students will be able to demonstrate analytical skills and have the ability to interpret significant patterns, themes, ideas, beliefs, and turning points in United States History.

• Historical Analysis
• Current Issues
• Appropriate Social Studies Vocabulary
• Knowledge of Content
   

Students will be able to reach an informed position and construct a thoughtful argument utilizing appropriate knowledge of government, economics, history, geography, and United States political institutions.

• Evaluation
• Current Issues
• Appropriate Social Studies Vocabulary
• Knowledge of Content