Compass Prep

This course offers a dynamic, comprehensive journey through the history of the United States—from the earliest Indigenous civilizations to the complexities of the modern era. Students will explore the major themes, turning points, and ideas that shaped the nation, developing a deeper understanding of how the American story unfolded and why it matters today.

Beginning with the First Americans, the course moves through the Age of Exploration, Colonial America, the Spirit of Independence, and the American Revolution. Students will examine the creation of the Constitution, the nation’s rapid growth and expansion, and the rising tensions that led to the Civil War.

Post‑war topics include the Westward Movement, the Industrial Age, America’s emergence as a world power, World War I, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam, and key issues facing the United States today.

Throughout the year, students will analyze significant themes, evaluate historical change, and connect past events to contemporary challenges.

To bring history to life, the course incorporates a wide range of engaging instructional methods throughout the year, including videos, debates, simulations, hands‑on projects, primary‑source analysis, and collaborative activities designed to deepen understanding and spark curiosity.

To bring history to life, the course incorporates a wide range of engaging instructional methods throughout the year, including videos, debates, hands‑on projects, primary‑source analysis, and collaborative activities designed to deepen understanding and spark curiosity.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $550/Honors $580. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $250 payable by July 1 and November 1. Honors will be $265 due July 1 and $265 due November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, Venmo, CashApp, and Zelle

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 AM - 10:25 AM

Class Size: Min 6/Max 16

Required materials: America: The Last Best Hope (Volume I  https://a.co/d/8LeTh5V and Volume II https://a.co/d/f5AtU6F ) by William J Bennett.  Audio versions are available through Audible.

All Payments are non-refundable!