Social studies is the integrated study of multiple fields including history, culture, geography, political science, and social studies skills.
The social studies curriculum builds the following capacities in young people: disciplinary knowledge; inquiry, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills; respect for the underlying values of a diverse democratic society; interest in public affairs and competencies of self-government.
For more information see https://www.isd411.org/academics/middle-school-curriculum-pathways/social-studies