Madison High – Found/World Hist/Geog 1

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Foundations of World History/Geography is a one-credit elective course designed to support instruction along the FCPS Program of Studies and the VA Essentialized Standards of Learning (VESOL) in the identified content area; does not require SOL testing. Students may enroll in this elective class each year of HS participation. Instruction is individualized based on needs identified in the IEP to help students gain a basic content vocabulary, knowledge and skills and designed to be taught at the learning pace of the individual students. Participation in Foundations courses will aid the student in fulfilling requirements of the Virginia Alternative Assessment Program (VAAP) and meet the requirements for an Applied Studies Diploma.