Global Studies & Social Action

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Global Studies & Social Action

Global Studies is the teaching of the world – students learn about different people, cultures, places, and events and how they interact to shape our history and our lives today.

In Kindergarten, students learn about Homes and Habitats Around the World. Students understand how people live, why homes look different based on geography, and why some people do not have homes. Students also study the Arctic and Rainforest and the different animals that live there.

In First Grade, students learn about Foods Around the World. Students learn about specific countries and how different factors influence food choices. We partner with the NY Common Pantry to organize food drives to support those who struggle to put food on the table.

Second graders focus on the history of New York City and the people and events who formed our modern city. Students explore local issues facing our community and investigate how government and community organizations can work together to help all New Yorkers.

Third graders study different cultures of the world, including those of the 7 continents. Students explore specific countries in each continent, focusing on similarities and differences. They learn how we are truly global citizens with many shared customs and traditions.

Fourth graders take a journey through New York State, learning about its geography and resources, as well as the Native Americans who first inhabited our state. Their journey takes them to the colonial times and the American Revolution as they evaluate the choices that were made.

In Fifth Grade students expand upon what they learned about how our country was built into learning about how early societies were established in the Western Hemisphere. The year culminates with a case study about the history and culture of Mexico.

All grades discuss citizenship, community and what it means to be a valuable member of society. Students participate in social action projects including partnering with NY Cares and Coalition for the Homeless as well as Kids Saving the Rainforest.