Del Norte High – Ethnic Studies 1-2

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Ethnic Studies is a social science elective course designed to further students’ development and understanding of how values and perceptions placed on race, ethnicity, nationality, and culture have shaped and continue to influence individuals and society in the United States. This course is rooted in the four foundational disciplines of ethnic studies: African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Chicano Latino Studies, and Native American and Indigenous Studies. It will also examine other racialized peoples in the United States. This course aims to build self-awareness and foster social engagement. Students will also develop respect, empathy and value for individuals and groups of people locally, nationally, and globally. This elective course will be submitted to the University of California (UC) for “G” elective credit in the Social Sciences.