Military Magnet Academy – Current Events/Foreign Policy

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course is designed to take an unbiased look at some of the most significant conflicts, hotspots, and danger zones impacting our world today. It is intended to familiarize students with the basic historical background of these conflicts, the opposing views within each conflict, and the impact on the USA. The course will use a student-centered curriculum that emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, global perspectives, creativity, self-direction, and interpersonal skills in order to master the content. Students will be required to complete multiple independent research assignments that will measure their complete understanding of current situations in our ever-changing world. More importantly, students will have to defend their position on certain topics using credible sources and data gathered during their research. For defending their positions, students will construct essays, create presentations, participate in debates, and sit in on mock organizational hearings. Much of the content will be driven by what is happening globally. Students should have an interest in global affairs and knowledge of U. S. History.