AP US History

AP US History is a high-level course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the United States' social, political, economic, and cultural development from pre-Columbian times to the present. It emphasizes critical thinking, historical analysis, and the ability to interpret primary and secondary sources. The course prepares students for the AP exam, which can lead to college credit, by covering major themes, events, and figures that shaped the nation’s history. It encourages an analytical approach to understanding how historical forces and decisions have influenced the country's evolution.