Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)
Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) is the study of human behaviour and interaction in social, cultural, environmental, economic, and political contexts. Humanities and Social Sciences has a historical and contemporary focus, from personal to global contexts, and considers opportunities and challenges for the future.
At Willandra Primary School, for Year K-6, the Humanities and Social Sciences learning area comprises four subjects:
· History (taught in years K-6)
· Geography (taught in years K-6)
· Civics and Citizenship (taught in years 5-6)
· Economics and Business (taught in years 5-6)
By studying Humanities and Social Sciences, our students will develop the ability to question; to think critically; to make decisions based on evidence; to devise proposals for actions; and to communicate effectively. Thinking about, reflecting on, and responding to issues requires an understanding of the key historical, geographical, political, legal, economic, business, and societal factors involved, and, how these different factors interrelate. The Humanities and Social Sciences subjects provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to develop a broad understanding of the world in which we live and how people can participate as active and informed citizens in the 21st century.
Special Events & Programs that Support HASS
ANZAC DAY
· Willandra Students conduct an ANZAC service and invite community members to attend.
· Students participate in ANZAC activities appropriate to honouring the ANZAC traditions
WA WEEK
· In class activities related to the curriculum and historical references to the economic building of Western Australia
NAIDOC WEEK
· Across the school activities related to NAIDOC Week
· Students work with Willandra Primary School AIEO, and community Elders to further build on cultural understandings
HARMONY DAY
· Across the school in-class activities related to the Special Day
· Observe minute silence as a sign of remembrance (11am)
· Across the school, students participate in in-class activities
ATSI PERSPECTIVES ACROSS THE CURRICULUM
· ATSI history and Culture perspectives to be incorporated across all Learning Areas as a cross-curricula priority
Heidy Withers
HASS Coordinator