Dr. Mary Ticknor

As Lemont High School students enter the homestretch of the 2012-13 school year, learning remains our top priority. However, upcoming non-academic milestone events – including Prom and Graduation – will supply students with life-long memories. Prom activities and graduation parties generate a lot of fun, but unfortunately some students make poor choices during these festivities by consuming alcoholic beverages or partaking in drug use. The combination of driving and drinking or drug use is a frightening thought for all of us, especially when it involves young people. Read More

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Social Studies

The Lemont High School Social Studies Department believes that students should develop the following characteristics:
• Use of cooperation and collaboration in decision making
• Utilization of analytical and critical thinking skills
• Enhancement of self image
• Understanding of how to function as effective and contributing members of a democratic society

Courses offered within the Social Studies curriculum help students demonstrate an understanding and competency of historical and economic principles as participating citizens in our ever-changing society.

Based on abilities and course level, students are expected to:
• Attain historical literacy by learning about world events, traditions, patterns and changes
• Make informed decisions that transcend time and cultures
• Understand the human experience by learning how individual and group behaviors impact diverse populations
• Achieve economic literacy by applying the process of choice and the allocation of resources and how they relate to individuals, groups and societies
• Use democratic principles to act responsibly and productively within their community and take part in participatory citizenship

Grading Standards: Student grades are determined based on their performance in the areas of research, discussion, writing and examinations.