Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics (UCSP) is a core subject that teaches students about culture and society from anthropological and sociological perspectives. Some key things students will learn include the starting points for understanding culture, society, and politics; sharing social and cultural backgrounds; and observations about social and political phenomena and change. Grades are determined 50% by reports, projects, and performances, 25% by quizzes and oral recitations, and 25% by quarterly and final exams. Students will complete a reporting or role-playing project and keep a notebook. Classes will meet Monday through Thursday at different schools, with Fridays vacant at one school and Tuesdays vacant at the other.