Integrated Arts & Social Sciences
? Integrated Arts and Social Sciences Department
Social Studies
? Welcome to the Social Studies Department!
Social Studies is a multidisciplinary subject that draws from the social sciences and humanities to study human interaction and natural and social environments. At Ecole Salish, our Social Studies Department focuses on student’s ability to expand their historical thinking, develop critical analysis skills, recognizing historical thinking concepts, and demonstrating their learning in a variety of ways. We make a strong, concerted effort to integrate and utilize First Nations Principles of Learning and Indigenous Perspectives into our curriculum.
We currently offer a variety of courses including Contemporary Indigenous Studies, History, Law, Economics, Social Justice, Philosophy, and Physical Geography at the Grade 12 level. We also offer an Exploration of Social Studies 11 through a course called World War 2 Through Film.
Students in our subject area participate in a variety of cross-discipline and interdisciplinary activities including field trips, simulations, programs and day to day projects. We organize the Student Vote, participate in the Heritage Fair, and even have a Model United Nations.
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? Courses Offered
? Graduation Requirements
Grade 8
Socials 8 (SS 8)
Travel back in time to explore ancient and medieval civilizations, from Vikings to early democracies, while developing key historical thinking skills.
Grade 9
Socials 9 (SS 9)
Uncover how revolutions and global change shaped modern Canada and the world through critical thinking and historical inquiry.
Grade 10
Socials 10 (SS 10)
Discover how Canada became the country it is today by exploring 20th-century stories of conflict, change, and growth — from world wars to Indigenous rights and human geography.
Grade 11/12 (One of)
World War 2 History Through Film (EPSS 11)
Experience World War II through film, literature, and survivor stories as you explore how war shapes people, technology, ethics, and the world we live in today.
20th Century World History (WH 12)
Travel through one of the most dramatic centuries in human history — from revolutions and world wars to civil rights and the Cold War — to understand how the 20th century shaped our modern world.
Philosophy 12 (PHIL 12)
Ask life’s biggest questions — about truth, meaning, and what it means to be human — while sharpening your reasoning and discussion skills in the search for wisdom.
Economic Studies 12 (ECST 12)
Explore how money, markets, and human behavior have shaped societies throughout history — and how economic ideas continue to influence our world today.
Law 12 (LST 12)
Get to know your rights, responsibilities, and how the Canadian legal system works through real-world cases and issues that shape justice in our country.
Contemporary Indigenous Studies 12 (INST 12)
Learn from Indigenous worldviews and local knowledge to understand how identity, language, and connection to the land sustain resilience, healing, and reconciliation.
Physical Geography 12 (PGEO 12)
Uncover the forces that shape our planet — from earthquakes and glaciers to climate and human impact — and discover how people and environments influence each other.
Comparative Cultures 12 (CC 12)
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Black Studies 12 (12)
Explore the histories, cultures, and innovations of Black communities in Canada and beyond, while examining how Black voices have resisted, created, and transformed society.
Social Justice 12 (SJ 12)
Take action for equity and inclusion by exploring real-world issues like racism, gender rights, privilege, and protest — and learn how to be a force for change in your community.
? Electives
Grade 11/12 (In addition to your requirements)
World War 2 History Through Film (EPSS 11)
20th Century World History (WH 12)
Philosophy 12 (PHIL 12)
Economic Studies 12 (ECST 12)
Law 12 (LST 12)
Contemporary Indigenous Studies 12 (INST 12)
Physical Geography 12 (PGEO 12)
Comparative Cultures 12 (CC 12)
Black Studies 12 (12)
Social Justice 12 (SJ 12)
?? Meet the Team
Name | Courses | Contact |
Balduc, I | SS 8, SS 9, SS 10 | |
Banga, A | SS 8, SS 10 | |
Brandt, M | LST 12, WH 12 | |
Cruz, C | SS 8, SS 10 | |
De Guzman, R | SS 9, PHIL 12, LST 12 | |
Gillis, L | SS 9, SS 10 | |
Grover, C | SS 8, PGEO 12, PHIL 12, EPSS 11, WH 12 | |
Hughes, M | SS 8, SS 10, SJ 12 | |
Jarvis, N | SS 10, ECST 12 | |
Pekurel, N | SJ 12 | |
Vaughan, N | SS 8, SS 9, SS 10 |
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