Poudre School District
Cache La Poudre Middle School

Cache La Poudre Middle School

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2023 and 2019 Recipient of the Colorado John Irwin Schools of Excellence Award
respect, rigor, relevance, responsibility and relationships

Geography and World History

Individuals and Societies
Geography and World History

Building on the social studies skills developed in the elementary grades, students in middle school begin with a study of people, cultures, and ideas in the Western Hemisphere.  Then they move from there to explorations of the Eastern Hemisphere, ending with early history of the United States.

In Sixth Grade World Geography, students investigate historical events, examine geographic features and resources, consider economic processes, and understand types of governments and civic responsibility, with a focus on the nations and regions in the Western Hemisphere.

In Seventh Grade World Geography, students investigate historical events, examine geographic features and resources, consider economic processes, and understand types of governments and civic responsibility, with a focus on the nations and regions in the Eastern Hemisphere.

Eighth Grade US History:  Utilizing the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework in 8th grade Social Studies, students explore the story of the United States from its beginnings through Reconstruction while also building skills in civics, geography, and economics. By studying U.S. history, students learn how past events, people, and ideas shaped our nation and continue to influence the present. Civics helps students understand how government works, the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and the importance of civic participation in a democracy. Geography gives students tools to analyze places and environments, recognize connections between regions, and better understand how people interact with their world at local, national, and global levels. Economics teaches students how resources, decisions, and markets shape daily life and larger national and international trends. Using historical literacy skills, students will develop critical thinking, analysis, communication, and other essential skills. By engaging with a variety of sources and perspectives, students learn to ask strong questions, evaluate evidence, and form thoughtful conclusions about the past, present, and future.

In each grade, students investigate historical events, examine geographic features and resources, consider economic decision-making processes, and understand types of governments and civic responsibility.

PSD does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, age or disability in access or admission to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation.