SOCIAL STUDIES 10

Grad Req’t: Required Course 

Social Studies 10 is a required course for graduation and students are expected to take it at WPGA, it is the prerequisite for Grade 12-level social studies courses. It provides an integrated approach to the study of Canada’s development in the 20th and 21st century, from both domestic and global perspectives. The course is based on the following “big ideas”:
  • Global and regional conflicts have been a powerful force in shaping our contemporary world and identities. 
  • The development of political institutions is influenced by economic, social, ideological, and geographic factors. 
  • Worldviews lead to different perspectives and ideas about developments in Canadian society. 
  • Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society. 
Social Studies 10 further exposes students to global competencies introduced in grade 8. In order to meet these competencies, the course links events and developments in the past with modern day issues in order to illustrate the connection between past and present.

Social Studies 10 focuses on the core competencies of communication, thinking, and personal and social development through activities such as research writing, developing informed opinions for debate, and discussion of current and historical events.
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Since 1996, West Point Grey Academy has gratefully resided on the Jericho Lands, the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation and sə̓lílwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation. Honoured to learn and play on these beautiful lands, we endeavour to be a leader in Indigenous education. In creating shared understanding and opportunities, we hope to help foster a more equitable society for all.

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West Point Grey Academy

4125 West 8th Avenue
Vancouver, B.C., V6R 4P9
Tel: 604-222-8750