Earth and Space Science +
Earth and Space Science + (2 of 2) explores the processes that shape the cosmos and our planet; connecting space phenomena with Earth dynamics. The course covers such topics as the sun's lifecycle, the Big Bang theory, the solar system's orbital mechanics, and historical evidence of plate tectonics. Integral science practices like developing models, analyzing evidence, and applying scientific reasoning are applied throughout the course.
English 10 +
English 10 + (2 of 2) sharpens literary and linguistic analysis, focusing on the use of parallel structure, varied phrases, and clauses in writing. Students will dissect texts to examine word meanings, understand figurative language, and unpack the intricacies of arguments. Emphasizing language mastery, from context clues to word nuances, the course enhances critical reading of diverse genres. Learners will delve into global literature, comparing different artistic mediums, and interpreting source material transformations. Writing assignments will include an argumentative essay and a speech, integrated with multimedia presentations, reflecting a synthesis of diverse sources and perspectives.
English 10 +
English 10 + (1 of 2) explores the analysis and composition of literary and informational texts. Students will enhance their understanding of thematic development, character analysis, and the determination of word meanings within texts. The course emphasizes grammatical precision, utilizing punctuation and style guides like the MLA Handbook for effective writing. Learners will develop skills in citing textual evidence, understanding word choice impact, and examining the structure of arguments, particularly in foundational U.S. documents. Writing assignments include crafting an informational essay and a narrative, while also focusing on the refinement of spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.
English 11 +
English 11 + (1 of 2) focuses on advanced reading, writing, and analysis, engaging with both literary and informational texts. This semester includes readings from significant literary works, alongside critical essays, historical documents, and scientific texts to deepen understanding of textual evidence, themes, inferences, vocabulary, figurative language, complex grammar, and usage conventions. Students will refine their skills in using reference materials for precise language and contested usage. Writing assignments encompass a detailed informational essay and a narrative, emphasizing research, narrative techniques, and argument development.
English 11 +
English 11 + (2 of 2) continues the exploration of advanced reading, writing, and analysis with a blend of literature and informational texts. Students will study pivotal U.S. documents and literary works to enhance their command of rhetoric, thematic development, and inferential reasoning. The curriculum emphasizes the study of syntax, precise language, and figures of speech to support robust understanding and argumentation. Writing efforts focus on a researched argument essay, a speech, and a multimedia presentation, fostering comprehensive research and effective communication skills.
English 12 +
English 12 + (1 of 2) delves deeper into reading, writing, and analytical skills through British literature and related texts. Students will analyze themes, language, and historical contexts in classic and modern British works. Emphasis is on interpreting textual evidence, figurative language, and complex grammar to improve writing and argumentation. Assignments include an analytical essay and a narrative, focusing on advanced research and narrative techniques.
English 12 +
English 12 + (2 of 2) continues to develop reading, writing, and analysis skills, focusing on British literature. Students examine literary devices, thematic development, and inferential reasoning in historical and contemporary texts. The course emphasizes syntax, precise language, and effective argumentation in writing, with assignments including a research argument essay, a speech, and a multimedia presentation.
English 6
English 6 (2 of 2) explores literary texts from various genres, including novels, short stories, poems, and plays. Readings include The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, excerpts from Little Women and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and poetry by Robert Louis Stevenson, Robert Frost, and Carl Sandburg as well multimedia readings of several videos of famous poems to demonstrate explicit and implicit information, theme, characters, plot, poetic techniques, and figurative language.
English 6
English 6 (1 of 2) analyzes informational texts, including biographies, primary documents, instructional documents, film reviews, and persuasive letters. Reading selections include the novel The Road by Jack London and informational texts on topics such as the science behind sunsets, the lives of important historical figures, the history of the Olympics, and the process of flotation used by archaeologists. Reading selections demonstrate concepts such as explicit and implicit information, central ideas and key details, and claims and arguments.
English 7
English 7 (2 of 2) analyzes literary texts from novels, short stories, fairy tales, poems, and plays. Readings include Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, excerpts from Black Beauty, and poetry by Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost, William Wordsworth to demonstrate concepts such as comparing how written texts are portrayed in film or audio and ways to understand explicit and implicit information, theme, characters, plot, poetic and dramatic techniques, and figurative language.
English 7
English 7 (1 of 2) explores informational texts, including biographies, personal accounts of events, presidential speeches, persuasive letters, and differences between types of musical genres. Readings include texts about historical figures such as The Story of My Life by Helen Keller, Jane Goodall, and Zora Neale Hurston to demonstrate concepts such as explicit and implicit information, central ideas and key details, and claims and arguments.
English 8
English 8 (2 of 2) explores literary and informational texts, including novels, short stories, poems, articles, and political speeches. Readings include excerpts from the novels Fahrenheit 451, Hatchet, and Black Beauty, informational texts about topics such as global warming, fast food, the widespread presence of corn in food, and how sleep affects learning ability, infographics and videos to demonstrate concepts such as explicit and implicit information, theme, central idea, figurative language, grammar, usage, punctuation. Writings include informational and argument.
English 8
English 8 (1 of 2) explores analysis of literary and informational texts, including novels, short stories, myths, poems, magazine articles, and autobiographies. Readings include The Call of the Wild, short stories such as “The Lottery” and “The Tell-Tale Heart,” and infographics and videos to demonstrate concepts such as explicit and implicit information, theme, central idea, figurative language, grammar, usage, and punctuation. Writings include the planning, creating, writing, revising, and editing of a fictional narrative.
English 9 +
English 9 + (2 of 2) hones writing skills through advanced grammar and structure, engaging students in analyzing literary and informational texts. They'll learn to express complex ideas with clarity, using parallel structure and diverse sentence elements. The course emphasizes critical reading of arguments, understanding figurative language, and evaluating rhetoric. Students will analyze literature for thematic depth and authorial intent, leading to the creation of an argumentative essay, a speech, and a multimedia presentation.
English 9 +
English 9 + (1 of 2) lays the groundwork for literary exploration and the mechanics of writing. Students will engage with both informational and narrative texts, sharpening their understanding of central ideas, themes, and character development. They'll learn the practical application of grammar through the use of punctuation, such as semicolons and colons, and will hone spelling and style skills following established guidelines. Analyzing context for word meaning, recognizing figurative speech, and examining word nuances are integral to the curriculum. In writing, students will craft cohesive informational essays and narratives, utilizing various sentence structures for effect and employing research skills for evidence support.
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship (1 of 1) explores entrepreneurial characteristics, business leadership, and the skills and steps involved in marketing, developing, starting, and exiting a business. Key topics and activities include hands-on projects to apply the knowledge as a small business owner and entrepreneur. The course is aligned to the Marketing, Sales, and Services CTE pathway.
Environmental Science
Environmental Science (1 of 2) examines the relationships between organisms and the environment, including impacts of research on scientific thought and the environment by using scientific practices, evidence-based data and its display, as well understanding how data informs societal decision making.
Environmental Science
Environmental Science (2 of 2) examines the relationship between humans and the environment including the past, present and future impacts of resource utilization, identifies pollution of the air, soil and water and its sources and discusses regulations and actions that can and have been taken to mitigate harm to the Earth.
Extended Algebra 2
Extended Algebra 2 (4 of 4) explores how to make probability decisions, as well as how to use basic statistics and sampling processes to understand data sets and answer questions about samples and populations.
Extended Algebra 2
Extended Algebra 2 (3 of 4) explores modeling real-life situations with equations and inequalities, solving exponential equations with logarithms, and synthesizing and generalizing a variety of function families.