Social Studies Department
The Social Studies Department exists to assist students in accomplishing each of the following during their years of study: to develop a perception of the self and the role of the individual in society; to understand the beliefs of a democratic society in order to become active and responsible citizens; to develop verbal and written expression skills, research skills, and thinking and evaluation skills that can be used in the political environment in which they live; and to enjoy academic success in any Social Studies course they may take at the collegiate level.
To this end the department has created a curriculum sequence that satisfies the needs of its students. Xavier adheres to the recommendations of the State of Connecticut regarding offerings in the social studies areas. Subsequently it requires three years of social studies courses of all its students.
All classes at Xavier prepare students to master the demands of a rigorous college curriculum. Courses are designated as Advanced Placement (AP), Honors (H), Accelerated (A), or College Prep (CP).