Lone Star High School – GT American Studies

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

GT American Studies combines AP Language and Composition with AP U.S. History through an interdisciplinary integration of curriculum which allows for deeper connections between the two AP courses. The course is a study of the development of the United States through the integration of history, composition, literature, writing, art, architecture, philosophy, music, and theater. The course focuses on the philosophical foundation of American thought while exploring themes of progression, reconstruction, conflict, human rights, migration, perspective, and change. GT American Studies integrates two Advanced Placement courses; therefore, the class is double blocked over the A day/B day time block. Students will take the End of Course Exam for U.S. History. Students are also strongly encouraged to take the Advanced Placement exams for Language and Composition and U.S. History