Lower School (6-8)

Part I
Grade: 6
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/279922572

Math 6 Honors Part I builds on previously learned concepts such as adding, subtracting,
multiplying, and dividing and deepening knowledge of arithmetic with fractions, decimals,
and negative numbers to solve real-world problems. Topics include: statistics, ratios, unit
conversions, geometry, writing and evaluating expressions with variables and exponents, and
working with equations.

Part II
Grade: 6
Prerequisite(s):
Math 6 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/289772583

Math 6 Honors Part II builds on concepts such as positive and negative integers and fractions
to learn about rational numbers and how to compare them. Topics include: finding the
distance between points on the number line and in the coordinate plane, solving geometry
problems, relationships between variables and how to represent them, ratios and unit rates,
solving real-world problems, data and how to display and mathematically describe data.

Part I
Grade: 6-7
Prerequisite(s): Algebra I
Course Intro Video
https://player.vimeo.com/video/426050225

Math 7 Part I explores adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing rational numbers by
using analogies, number lines, rules, and properties. Topics include solving problems
involving proportional relationships given in tables, diagrams, graphs, equations, and verbal
descriptions. Geometry topics include solving problems involving scale drawings, circles,
angle relationships, areas, volumes, three-dimensional shapes, and drawing geometric
shapes.

Part II
Grade: 6-7
Prerequisite(s):
Math 7 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/290529633

Math 7 Part II explores subtracting and dividing rational numbers by using different methods
to perform four operations. Topics include: interpreting proportional relationships and
equivalent expressions, writing and solving linear equations and inequalities to solve real-
world problems, comparing two data sets of random samples using their center values and
variability measures to make conclusions about populations. Geometry topics include solving
problems that involve the area, surface area, volume, and cross-sections of two- or three-
dimensional objects.

Part I
Grade: 6-7
Prerequisite(s): Algebra I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/280628933

Math 7 Honors Part I explores adding and multiplying rational numbers by using number
lines, rules, and properties. Topics include: how to solve problems by finding and comparing
unit rates, writing expressions using properties, writing and solving simple linear equations
using different methods, probability and statistics to interpret and calculate simple
probabilities, and populations and samples. Geometry topics include solving problems
involving scale drawings, circles, and angle relationships.

Part II
Grade: 6-7
Prerequisite(s):
Math 7 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/290529633

Math 7 (2 of 2) explores subtracting and dividing rational numbers by using different methods
to perform four operations. Topics included: interpreting proportional relationships and
equivalent expressions, writing and solving linear equations and inequalities to solve real-
world problems, comparing two data sets of random samples using center values and
variability measures to make conclusions about populations. Geometry topics include solving
problems that involve the area, surface area, volume, and cross-sections of two- or three-
dimensional objects.

Part I Grade: 7-8
Prerequisite(s): Math 7
Course Intro Video
https://player.vimeo.com/video/432287464

Math 8 Part I explores rational and irrational numbers, solving linear equations from
contextual situations, and analyzing properties of functions with a focus on linear functions.

Part II
Grade: 7-8
Prerequisite(s):
Math 8 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/236628299

Math 8 Part II explores multi-step equations and proportions, applies knowledge of
proportional relationships to geometry to perform transformations on figures, and prove
similarity of figures through a series of transformations. Topics include: analyzing linear
relationships and functions, solving systems of linear equations using different methods,
application of algebraic skills to statistics, analyze and interpret patterns in bivariate data, and
finding volumes of circular three-dimensional objects.

Part I Grade: 7-8
Prerequisite(s): Math 7
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/223522952

Math 8 Honors Part I explores rational and irrational numbers, solving linear equations from
contextual situations, analyzing properties of functions with a focus on linear functions, and
scientific notation. Geometric topics include rigid transformations on figures and proving
congruence of figures through a series of rigid transformations.

Part II
Grade: 7-8
Prerequisite(s): Math 8 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/236628299

Math 8 Honors Part II explores multi-step equations and proportions, applies knowledge of
proportional relationships to geometry to perform transformations on figures, and prove
similarity of figures through a series of transformations. Topics include: analyzing linear
relationships and functions, solving systems of linear equations using different methods,
application of algebraic skills to statistics, analyze and interpret patterns in bivariate data, and
finding volumes of circular three-dimensional objects.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/304172267

Pre-Algebra is a one-semester math course to build algebraic foundation to prepare students
for Algebra I. Topics include: reviewing integers and rational numbers, properties of numbers
and working with exponents and roots, mastering the order of operations, variables, how to
simplify expressions and solve multi-step equations, lines and linear equations, ordered pairs,
the coordinate plane, and graphs..

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/345077973

MS Biology and Physical Science Part I investigates the interaction between systems and what
factors affect their growth, and the life cycles of plants and animals to find out how they
reproduce plants and animals. Topics include: cells, the hierarchy of organization, covering
tissues, organs, and organ systems.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/373247568

MS Biology and Physical Science Part II explores topics through many creative and interactive
assets, including virtual labs and review games to immerse students in 21st-century online
learning. Topics include: energy and its transformation, matter, natural cycles, the effect of
the sun on ocean and air currents, different types of pollution, and the effects of greenhouse
gases on the Earth's climate.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/227793558

MS Environmental Science (1 of 2) examines life science concepts from biology, ecology,
environmental sciences, and explores scientific process to investigate the questions of
ecology and genetic technology.

Part II Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
MS Environmental Science Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/250182438

MS Environmental Science (2 of 2) examines physical science, such as physics and space
science, and the history of science to highlight influential scientists.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/266590690

MS World History: Ancient Times to 1770s Part I explores the social, cultural, and
technological developments occurring concurrently in Europe, Africa, and Asia in the years
AD 500–1789. It also examines how archaeologists and historians uncover the past.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
MS World History Ancient Times
Part I
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/286559798

MS World History: Ancient Times to 1770s Part II explores the growing economic interaction
among civilizations during the Renaissance, Reformation, the Age of Exploration, and how
the Enlightenment gave rise to democratic ideas that still resonate today. Topics include: the
exchange of ideas, beliefs, technologies, and commodities inspire the Enlightenment
philosophy and the interest in reason and authority, natural rights of human beings, the
divine right of kings, experimentalism in science, and the dogma of belief.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/223525683

MS US History: Colonization to 1900 Part I explores early American history from pre-
Columbian era and closely examines the evolution from the British Colonies to the creation
of the United States. A close look at the ideology of the framing documents and nature of
the American republic set against the backdrop of the challenges of growth and sectional
divisions and conflict.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
MS US History Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/241948767

MS US History: Colonization to 1900 Part II explores westward expansion, early Spanish
missions in western North America through to Reconstruction, the Second Industrial
Revolution, and connects these events to how policies and cultures are shaped. Topics
include: causes and effects of the Texas Revolution and the Mexican American War; the
California gold rush; American Civil War, Indian Wars of the 19th Century.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/271174741

MS Spanish 1 Part I introduces the basics of the Spanish language by learning through
reading, writing, listening, and speaking about personal interests and hobbies, asking for
directions, and discovering the cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries, such Mexico
and Colombia.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
MS Spanish 1 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/280381774

MS Spanish 1 Part II explores how to discuss activities with friends, using vocabulary
associated with restaurants, traveling, vacations, and exploring cultures of some Spanish-
speaking countries, such as Argentina, Spain, and Peru.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/293979601

MS Spanish 2 Part I explores how to discuss school subjects, various professions, and daily
routines through practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The course also explores
cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries, such as Venezuela and Chile.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
MS Spanish 2 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/296073732

MS Spanish 2 Part II explores how to discuss illness and injury, shopping, and money through
reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The course also explores cultures of some Spanish-
speaking countries, such as Ecuador, Guatemala, and Cuba.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/347584744

Middle School Physical Education explores the importance of physical activity. Topics include:
sports and recreation, sportsmanship, leadership, and inclusivity, safety while being active,
and developing lifelong healthy habits, such as daily activity.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/766479971/a5256f1b5c

Physical Education 6 explores fitness, nutrition, exercise basics, and specific sports. Topics
include fundamental aspects of physical activity (safety tips, warm-up and cooldown
exercises, and good sportsmanship), personal fitness and nutrition, and the importance of
regular exercise to encourage lifelong healthy activity. Sports in the course include dance,
baseball, basketball, pickleball, volleyball, soccer, and football. Project 1 creates a health and
fitness log and project 2 explores the basics of golf.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/766479745/772ecb3397

Physical Education 7 explores the importance of physical fitness for good health and provides
opportunities to participate in a wide variety of activities. Topics include running, strength
training, dancing, swimming, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, baseball, bowling, basketball,
soccer, and football. Other activities include keeping an exercise and nutrition log and
creating an exercise routine for themselves, as well as the importance of warming up and
cooling down muscles before and after exercise, health-related verses skill-related fitness,
goal setting, and safety.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/766479195/99ceccf863

Physical Education 8 explores personal health and wellness benefits of physical fitness with a
variety of activities, a fitness and nutrition log, and two projects. Project one creates a
personal fitness plan and project two creates a synchronized swim routine. Topics include
endurance and flexibility applied in activities such as running, hiking, stretching, and dancing,
as well as improving fitness and well-being with heart-rate monitoring, nutrition tracking, and
interval training. Sports skills are practiced in pickleball, tennis, soccer, hockey, football,
baseball, basketball, and bowling.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to classical and contemporary painting, techniques and
concepts, with emphasis on the understanding of its formal language and the fundamentals
of artistic expression. Painting from still life, landscape, and life models from observation will
be geared towards realism; at the same time, various other painting styles could be explored.
Color theory, linear perspective, compositional structure, figure/ground relationships, visual
perception, spatial concepts, and critical thinking skills will all be emphasized. Students will
study and research major painting styles and movements in historical context. The hope is
that students will use this global approach to develop a “critical eye” in evaluation of
contemporary painting. Acrylic and watercolors are the mediums used in this class. The main
emphasis of this course is to encourage and nourish individuality and creativity.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/712203658/ff5aa62f24

Career Explorations provides instruction and practice about various topics in the world of
work. These topics include jobs, careers, labor markets, traditional and nontraditional
occupational roles, ethical and unethical behavior, educational pathways to careers,
budgeting, communication in the workplace, and technology in the workplace. There is a
short project on problem-solving skills as well as a project on searching for a job, preparing
a resume and cover letter, and interviewing for a job.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Character Education explores values of truthfulness, trustworthiness, responsibility, diligence,
and integrity. The course offers specific, real world situations to interpret and connect to
these traits to provide safe and appropriate ways to respond in real time. Topics include:
identifying bullying, how to develop a bullying-prevention mindset.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

In Computer Basics (1 od 1), you will learn how to use productivity and collaboration tools,
such as G Suite by Google Cloud to create word processing documents, spreadsheets, surveys
and forms such as personal budgets and invitations.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Digital Savvy (1 of 2) is a one-year (two-semester) course covering required topics in most
introductory “Information Technology” classes. Students should have minimal computer
usage skills (e.g. keyboarding, mouse, and operating system navigation) prior to starting this
course. The course material is designed to appeal to a variety of students, from traditional
learners who thrive on written text to audio-visual students who enjoy a multi-media format.
All content is delivered through an online system that allows students to work seamlessly
both in the classroom and at home. Every chapter contains one or more hands-on activities
that allow students to practice and demonstrate understanding of the lesson topics. A
Windows or Mac OS computer is required for completion of the hands-on activities.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

In Drawing, students will experiment with several different art materials and tools to see what
each tool can do best. Students will explore ordinary things around them to become more
observant of the structures and meanings of things which can be seen in your their home
and community. Your work will be your own study of the forms, textures, movements, and
patterns of the things that you see every day.
Each project and each lesson is based on the one before it; so always do the lessons in the
order they are given. Be sure to follow the directions exactly regarding which materials, sizes,
and subject matter to use for each project. Each lesson will be a study of a new way of
drawing. The examples given will show only the method and materials to be used, never the
same subject or size as the project assigned. The examples are never to be copied. An
example will only show one way of using the technique described.
By becoming more observant, by experimenting with new materials, and by exploring a
variety of methods, students will continue to grow in artistic skill and enjoyment. Beyond
fundamental skills are various levels of creativity. Each lesson provides room for expressing
the technical skill learned in a unique, creative way.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Gaming Unlocked (1 of 1) researches the basics of gaming, from what makes games fun to
what makes them work by exploring quality in a variety of games such as mental games,
board games, and video games.
This course does not require students to know or learn a programming language. The
emphasis is on the history and design of games and the different careers available in the
game industry.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/721253860/348c52314a

Introduction to Coding Part I introduces the basic syntax and logic of writing in JavaScript.
Topics include: the three types of data: strings, numbers, and Boolean, and their variables;
performing operations on variables; basic operations are followed by logic operations and
control structures. The course concludes with using procedures to simplify repeated code.

Part II
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
Introduction to Coding Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/767367709/334f20453d

Introduction to Coding Part II builds on the basic JavaScript concepts from Introduction to
Coding Part I as it explores troubleshooting, testing, and debugging of programs. Topics
include: the practices of different types of code documentation, as well as giving and
receiving feedback from both users and other developers. The process of solving complex
problems is modeled from beginning to end as problems are broken down into smaller pieces
and addressed through planning, coding, and putting the pieces together to solve the larger
problem.

Part I
Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

JavaScript will teach students JavaScript through coding multiple computer games including,
pong, fish, a platformer and tower defense! They then will code or customize their own game!
Students will be writing all the code themselves from going through the individual lessons
and watching the video reviews. They will learn about variables, functions, listening events,
loops, arrays and objects. This course assumes no coding experience and includes self graded
quizzes and tests. Students will also upload their work at the conclusion of each project while
creating an online portfolio.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/280382232

Photography Basics explores proper use of photography equipment, how to build a portfolio
of work, and describes the steps to starting a career in this field. Topics include: the habits
and etiquette of the profession.
*Photography equipment is not needed. Practice is offered through digital simulations.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Students will gain a thorough understanding of music by studying the elements of music,
musical instruments, and music history, as well as music advocacy. Students will be introduced
to the orchestra and composers from around the world. They will be required to be a
composer, performer, instrument inventor, and advocate.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Python Multiplayer Adventure allows students to learn Python by first completing a text
based console game and then turning it into a multiplayer adventure! Students will not only
learn Python from going through the individual lessons and video reviews but also
understand a client server relationship. They will get to code in their own python web server
that allows connections through a browser. Students will gain experience using variables,
classes, functions, lists, dictionaries, generators and proper Python formatting. Our Python
online course is great for anyone interested in preparing themselves for future coding classes.
This course assumes no coding experience and includes self graded quizzes and tests.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Roblox Worlds Coding with LUA teaches students practical skills for understanding and
managing their emotions, setting goals and getting organized, understanding and getting
along with others in our diverse world, and making good decisions. Research shows that
people who practice these skills have greater academic achievement as students and
experience more success and satisfaction as adults.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

Scratch Coding (1 of 1) introduces the basics and logic of programming language in Scratch.
Topics include introducing and using the different tools in Scratch; creating programs that
include loops, variables, lists, or conditionals; and identifying and fixing errors in a program.
The course concludes with putting the tools and concepts altogether to create a larger
program.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

3D Graphics and Video explores digital art, how life relates to art, and how individual works
of art are interpreted. Topics include design principles, types and common applications of
digital artwork, and techniques for brainstorming and developing an artistic idea, artistic
mediums (3D computer graphics, animation, digital video, and digital audio). Supporting
topics include expression, purpose, meaning, ethics, testing, critique, improvement,
presentation, and distribution in the creation and use of digital media. Course projects include
the creation of a digital animation and a piece of digital audio.

Grade: 6-8
Prerequisite(s):
None

3D Graphics and Video explores digital art, how life relates to art, and how individual works
of art are interpreted. Topics include design principles, types and common applications of
digital artwork, and techniques for brainstorming and developing an artistic idea, artistic
mediums (3D computer graphics, animation, digital video, and digital audio). Supporting
topics include expression, purpose, meaning, ethics, testing, critique, improvement,
presentation, and distribution in the creation and use of digital media. Course projects include
the creation of a digital animation and a piece of digital audio.