History and Social Science Standards of Learning include civics standards for grades K-3, standards for a 7th grade civics and economics course, and standards for a Virginia and U.S. government course in 12th grade.

The History and Social Science Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework expands/amplifies the History and Social Science Standards of Learning for grades K-12. Includes frameworks for civics instruction, history, and function of government. There are also Sample Scope and Sequence documents for each course/grade, which "provide examples showing how teachers and school divisions might present to students in a logical and effective manner information that has been aligned with the Standards of Learning."