Dublin Scioto High School – American Studies, 1877 to the Present

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

American Studies explores the links between United States history and literature. The focus will be on U.S. History and literature following Reconstruction (1877) along with other thematic connections. The course addresses content covered in Ohio’s Learning Standards and prepares students for the required state assessments. Major historical events, trends, issues, personalities, and literary selections will be emphasized and conjoined with reading of fiction and nonfiction. This two-period block allows for student presentations, combined assessments, group and individual projects and class discussions. American Studies is team-taught and will fulfill both social studies and language arts requirements for Grade 10. NOTE: NOTE: All students must earn four credits of English to fulfill graduation requirements. The required courses are sequential and cannot be taken concurrently. If a student fails one level, she/he must make up the credit before going on in the sequence. Seniors may enroll for two English courses concurrently with permission of his/her school counselor and principal.