The philosophy of the Social Studies Department at V.L.T. Academy High School is one that promotes the pride and worth of each student while exploring and focusing on the culture, methodologies, and values of our society.  We will prepare our students to be life-long learners and to understand and appreciate what it means to be to a good citizen.

Faculty Profiles:

Ms. Katie Statson

Email: katie.statson@vltacademy.com

Phone: 513-421-1129, ext. 2100

Hi!  My name is Katie Stasen and I am one of the high school Social Studies teachers at V.L.T. Academy.  This is my first year teaching and look forward to not only teaching but learning a lot as well.  I am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a BA in Mass Communications where I worked in radio upon gradating.  I went on to graduate with a MS in Education from The University of Akron, specializing in Social Studies.  I completed my student teaching with the Department of Defense in Naples, Italy and loved experiencing the Italian culture while I was there.  Outside of teaching I love to play softball and volleyball, travel, read and cheer on my Ohio State Buckeyes.

Mr. Bryon Jones

Email: bryon.jones@vltacademy.com

Phone: 513-421-1129, ext. 2100

Hello, my name is Bryon Jones.  I was born and raised in Indianapolis, IN, and am the oldest of five brothers.  I attended Indiana University, and graduated with bachelor's degrees in Biology, History, and Secondary Education.  In addition to teaching, my interests include sports (football and baseball, in particular), reading, and movies.  I also enjoy biking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.  I am excited to start my second year with the V.L.T. Academy students.  I am ready to prepare my students to become life-long learners.  Go Panthers!

Teaching Assignments:

Honors/AP Requirements:

Honors World History – 1500 to Present 

Elective

One semester/ one credit

Prerequisite: Placement based off of OAT scores and teacher recommendation.                           

The one-semester course will examine and analyze the nature of changes in international frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies.  Particular concentration will be focused on WWI, WWII, and the Cold War.  From these significant events a system of ideas and standards appeared that shaped subsequent historical periods. This is a college prep course that motivates rising high school students to experience undergraduate life both academically and socially. 

Students will focus on not only the events that comprised the historical stages, but, they will also evaluate and examine the interaction of these events incorporating problem solving skills.  Geography and Government, in particular, will be a constant in explaining and comprehending world cultures.

Honors U.S. History                                    

Elective

One semester/ one credit                           

Prerequisite:  A or B in Honors World History or teacher recommendation

The one-semester course will examine and analyze the foundation of United States History to the present, covering major events and concepts of American heritage.  The course allows a study of the our country according to five major themes: 

establishment of a national government, extension of democracy, industrialism and westward expansion, democratic reforms and foreign affairs of the 20^th century, and challenges and triumphs on the domestic front in the 21^st century. 

Students will focus on not only the events that comprised the historical stages, but, they will also evaluate and examine the interaction of these events incorporating problem solving skills.  Geography and Government, in particular, will be a constant in explaining and comprehending American culture.

Homework Help:

 Link: http://www.homeworkspot.com/high/socialstudies