Upper School (9-12)

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course helps students prepare to take the Advanced Placement Language and
Composition Exam TM administered by the College Board. Part I focuses on the concepts and
skills needed to analyze argumentative texts and to build solid arguments—starting with the
choices that experienced authors make when they write to persuade an audience. Students
learn and apply best practices for constructing, revising, and refining their own arguments.
Writing assignments in Part I include rhetorical analyses of straightforward written arguments
as well as satirical texts and visual approaches to persuasion. Students will be asked to
develop several formal argumentative essays and also to practice new skills by writing less
formal journal entries throughout the semester. The pace and level of work required by this
course is similar to that required in a college-level composition course, so students should
be prepared to work independently and to complete all assignments in a way that makes
good use of their time.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
AP English Language & Composition
Part I

Part II of AP English Language and Composition focuses on writing tasks that require
synthesis and documentation. Students will analyze many examples of synthesis essays and
apply what they learn as they create their own texts based on multiple sources. They will also
take a closer look at the use of visual and multi-modal or multimedia evidence when used as
support for an argument, and they’ll consider how to incorporate these unique approaches
into their own attempts at persuasion. Part II will ask students to work toward improving and
refining the style with which they deliver arguments, including the use of rhetorical devices,
varied syntax, and grammatical concepts essential to academic discourse. Writing
assignments in Part II include the analysis and construction of multimedia arguments, studies
in style, and research-based projects that require the synthesis of information and ideas. As
in Part I, the pace and level of work required by this course is advanced and substantial, so
students should be prepared to work independently and thoroughly on all assignments.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/424069567/04f2a76775

Public Speaking explores effective communication skills for success in a variety of speaking
situations. Topics include: small and large group discussions, delivery speeches in front of
audiences, research and organization, writing for verbal delivery, stylistic choices, visual and
presentation skills, analysis and critique, and development of self-confidence.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course is designed to prepare you to become a student of journalism and media. The
work we do here will equip you with the critical skills you must have to succeed in high school
media, college media, and beyond. We will read a variety of journalistic material and do a
great deal of news writing. We will also look at journalism from legal, ethical, and historic
vantage points. Expect to complete numerous writing activities in a variety of styles including
editorial, hard news, feature, review, and more. If you participate actively, you will gain
tremendous skills that will serve you for the rest of your life. Individual and group project will
also be a part of this class. This course is a project based course and does not include
traditional tests, unit level understanding is assessed through unit projects.

Part I
Grade: 9-10
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/319886647

Algebra Part I explores the application of properties to simplify expressions with exponents
and radicals, relationships between rational and irrational numbers, solving linear equations
and inequalities, applying knowledge of linear equations and inequalities to solve and graph
systems of linear equations and inequalities, applying operations on polynomials, factoring
quadratic expressions, and solving quadratic equations using different methods.

Part II
Grade: 9-10
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra I Part I
Course Intro Video

https://vimeo.com/326925682

Algebra Part II explores the analysis of different types of functions presented as equations,
graphs, tables, verbal descriptions, identifying key features applied to real-world problems,
using key features to compare different types of functions, transformations of functions,
statistics, interpreting and analyzing data sets, as well as causation and correlation.

Part I
Grade: 9-10
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/270105838

Algebra 1 Honors Part 1 explores algebraic problems and applies the knowledge to real-life
situations. Topics include: linear inequalities, forms of linear equations, relate linear equations
and functions, solve systems of equations and systems of inequalities, interpret solutions
mathematically and contextually, statistics, measures of central tendency, relative
frequencies, and scatter plots.

Part II
Grade: 9-10
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra I Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/270105875

Algebra 1 Honors Part 2 explores functions by exploring new families of functions, the effect
of different transformations, key features of their graphs, and how they compare functions
represented in different ways. Additional topics include: polynomials on quadratics, quadratic
equations and their graphs, various methods of factoring and solving quadratic equations,
exponential growth and decay, and how linear, quadratic, and exponential functions compare
to one another.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Algebra I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/340499736

Geometry Part 1(1 of 2) explores writing formal proofs and constructing geometric figures.
Topics included: transformations to explain the concepts of congruent and similar figures
with a focus on the properties of congruent and similar triangles. Properties are proved with
postulates, theorems, and formal proofs, as well as trigonometric ratios and their applications
to real-world situations.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Geometry Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/345768143

Geometry Part II(2 of 2) explores writing formal proofs and constructing geometric figures.
Topics include: slopes, midpoints, distance formula with a focus on their applications in
coordinate proofs, theorems about circles as well as concepts related to circles, and two- and
three-dimensional figures and probability.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra I
Course Intro Video
http://vimeo.com/222869290

Geometry Honors Part I examines congruence, proofs, and constructions to prove statements
about lines, angles, triangles, and quadrilaterals; applies the knowledge of transformations to
learn a formal definition for similarity to write proofs, introduces trigonometry through its
connection to the concept of similarity, derive and use formulas for the areas and volumes of
two- and three-dimensional figures, and they investigate cross sections and solids of
revolutions.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Geometry Part I
Course Intro Video

http://vimeo.com/222869018

Geometry Honors Part II explores the Pythagorean theorem, distance formula, midpoint
formula, and slope formula to solve geometric problems and develop coordinate proofs.
Topics include: understand and apply theorems about circles to find arc lengths and areas of
sectors of circles; apply the distance formula to write equations of circles in the coordinate
system; and understand the concepts of permutations and combinations to explore the
concept of probability.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Geometry
Course Intro Video

http://vimeo.com/222869045

Algebra 2 Honors Part I explores polynomial, rational, radical, and trigonometric functions,
solving equations, including quadratic equations over the complex numbers, as well as
rational and radical equations.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Algebra II Part I
Course Intro Video
http://vimeo.com/222869066

Algebra 2 Honors (2 of 2) explores modeling real-life situations with equations and
inequalities, solving exponential equations with logarithms, and synthesizing and
generalizing a variety of functions families, how to make probability decisions and how to
use statistics and sampling processes to understand data sets and answer questions about
samples and populations.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/353835656

Financial Mathematics investigates how to solve real-life problems, analyze current financial
issues of taxes, loans, car leases, mortgages, and insurance. Mathematical processes are used
to study patterns and analyze data, algebraic formulas, graphs, and amortization modeling.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Geometry
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/313890530

Extended Algebra 2 Part I explores solving quadratic equations with complex solutions and
performing operations on polynomials, using polynomial identities to solve problems,
analyzing polynomial functions using different representations, solving polynomial equations
graphically, working with rational functions, and performing arithmetic operations on rational
functions to graph them.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Extended Algebra Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/313890530

Extended Algebra 2 Part II explores radical equations, rewriting expressions involving radicals,
and graphing and solving radical equations. Concepts of trigonometry include ratios and
using the unit circle to understand them, graph sine, cosine, tangent functions, and exploring
their key features to prove and apply trigonometric identities.

Part III
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Extended Algebra Part II
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/313890564

Extended Algebra 2 Part III explores modeling real-life situations with equations and
inequalities, solving exponential equations with logarithms, and synthesizing and
generalizing a variety of function families.

Part IV
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Extended Algebra Part III
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/313890564

Extended Algebra 2 Part IV 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.

Part I
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite(s):
Geometry
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/319872234

College Math Preparation Part I explores mathematics in real-life situations, such as
investments and interest, calculating loans, and annuities. Topics include: comparing and
contrasting solutions; interpreting results of calculations in context to a problem; calculating
perimeter, area, surface area, and volume; converting units of measurement between
different systems; and solving problems using exponential growth.

Part II
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite(s):
College Mathematics Prep Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/319872454

College Math Preparation (2 of 2) 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. Topics include: distinguishing between sets, using Venn
diagrams to solve applied problems, probability and permutations, statistics, and calculating
and interpreting data.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/user62359637/review/359805727/c79212999f

Applied Mathematics examines how artists, video game developers, and musicians apply
mathematical concepts to create, and how biologists use mathematics to measure the
distances between cells and gain new insights about the body by applying concepts from
geometry, functions, probability, and statistics.

Part I & II
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Consumer Math (A) focuses on the mathematics involved in making wise consumer decisions.
Students explore the many ways in which mathematics affects their daily lives. The first
semester will cover paychecks and wages, taxes, insurance, budgets, bank accounts, credit
cards, interest calculations, and comparison shopping. Second semester topics include
vehicle and home purchasing, investing, and business and employee management.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra II

In this course, students will understand and apply concepts, graphs and applications of a
variety of families of functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, logistic and
trigonometric. An emphasis will be placed on use of appropriate functions to model real
world situations and solve problems that arise from those situations. Part I focus is also on
graphing functions by hand and understanding and identifying the parts of a graph. A
scientific and/or graphics calculator is recommended for work on assignments, and on
examinations.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Pre-Calculus Part I

Pre-Calculus Part II covers the major units of Introductory Trigonometry and Graphs,
Trigonometric Equations and Identities, Analytical Trigonometry, Sequences and Series, Conic
Sections and an Introduction to Calculus. A focus is also on graphing functions by hand and
understanding and identifying the parts of a graph.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Pre-Calculus

This AP Calculus course is designed with the intent for students to incorporate the concepts
of all previous math courses and expand upon these concepts with the implementation of
Limits. Emphasis is placed upon the multi-representational approach to calculus where
problems and their solutions are explored and interpreted graphically, numerically,
analytically and verbally. Students will also be required to explain their answers in written
form and will be asked to compare their written response to the AP grading rubric and explain
why they feel they should receive that grade. Students are required to use graphing
calculators with the capabilities ascribed by the College Board: (apcentral.collegeboard.com).
These calculators will be used in a variety of ways including multi-representation of equations
(graphs and tables) and also for conducting explorations with various functions and how
different values change the look of the function.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Pre-Calculus

The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting,
analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content,
skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and
experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. Students use
technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual
understanding.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/319951817

World History Part I explores key events and historical developments from hunter-gatherer
societies to the Industrial Revolution. Beginning with the analysis of prehistoric people from
the Paleolithic era to the Agricultural Revolution, the course follows the rise and fall of early
empires including the Roman Empire. Topics include: The Crusades, feudalism, the plague,
Asian empires and trade routes, effects of the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation, and
important revolutions that shaped history.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
World History Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869161

World History Part II traces the developments of the last 250 years by examining the origins
of modern Western imperialism and analyzing the cultural, economic, and political impacts
on Africa and Asia. Topics include: the influence of the Industrial Revolution, the impact of
imperialism and nationalism on World War I, how the Treaty of Versailles contributed to the
rise of fascism in Europe and the start of World War II, 20th-century warfare, the Armenian
Genocide, and the Holocaust.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869174

World History Honors Part I explores the key events and global historical developments from
hunter-gatherer societies to the Industrial Revolution. From the Paleolithic era and the
Agricultural Revolution, students follow the rise and fall of early empires including Rome, and
Asian empires. Topics include: exploration of the impact of the Renaissance, Protestant
Reformation, Age of Exploration, and the American colonies, analysis of important revolutions
in history, including the Scientific, American, and Industrial.
Honors includes additional examples and practice for students.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
World History Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869174

World History Honors Part II examines revolutions in the world and the establishment of
European colonies around the globe by tracing the effects of imperialism and nationalism,
eventually resulting World War I and II and the Cold War. Topics include: analyzing modern-
day issues including social media, globalization, and technological advances and threats
associated with them.
Honors includes additional examples and practice for students.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/322100629

US History Part I explores European exploration and the impact Europeans had on the lives
of those native to North America. Topics include: the development of the English colonies in
North America, causes and effects of the American Revolution, the ratification of the
Constitution, causes of the War of 1812, analysis of sectionalism as a common thread,
westward expansion, Civil War, and Reconstruction, Indian Wars, immigration, and the
Second Industrial Revolution.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
US History Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/341588853

US History (2 of 2) traces pivotal events in American history and presidential administrations
as the 21st century dawns. Topic include: The Gilded Age, Progressive Era, World War I, the
Roaring Twenties, Great Depression, New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, and proxy
conflicts like the Vietnam War and Korean War, technology innovations, global
communications, and the rise of terrorism.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869204

US History Honors Part I explores European exploration and the impact Europeans had on
the lives of those native to North America. Topics include: the development of the English
colonies in North America, causes and effects of the American Revolution, the ratification of
the Constitution, the causes of the War of 1812, analysis of sectionalism as a common thread,
westward expansion, Civil War, and Reconstruction, Indian Wars, immigration, and the
Second Industrial Revolution.
Honors includes additional examples and practice for students.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
US History Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869204

US History Honors Part II traces pivotal events in American history and presidential
administrations as the 21st century dawns. Topic include: The Gilded Age, Progressive Era,
World War I, the Roaring Twenties, Great Depression, New Deal, World War II, the Cold War,
and proxy conflicts like the Vietnam War and Korean War, technology innovations, global
communications, and the rise of terrorism.
Honors includes additional examples and practice for students.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/349688360

US Government examines the history and philosophy of the United States government and
the guiding principles of democracy. Topics include: analysis of the United States
Constitution, functions and duties of the three branches of government, the role of the
Supreme Court, civic engagement in political process, the rights and responsibilities of
citizens, government systems of the world, political parties, interest groups, and the media in
shaping the government.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/263580473

US Government Honors examines early political ideas that led to the development of the
United States government, and the various smaller governments that operate within the
United States provides insights of local, state, and national levels of government. By
examining how the United States interacts with the world regarding trade, immigration, and
global conflicts, students discover how civic engagement influences the government.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/250878666

Civics and Citizenship prepares for the Naturalization Test designed by the United States
federal government. The course is for high school students in order to fulfill the requirement
for graduation.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869223

Economics (1 of 1) explores principles to make informed decisions about personal finance,
develop a broader understanding of national and international economic decisions and
policies. Topics include: why economics impacts history, distribution of wealth, and quality of
life for all members of society.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course examines the U.S. political system. Students in this course will discuss political
ideology, the development of the political system and democratic institutions. Students
should, according to the College Board, gain an “analytical perspective on government and
politics in the United States.” Furthermore, students will study “both the general concepts
used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples” throughout history. The
class discussion will require that students acquire a “familiarity with the various institutions,
groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. politics.” The main emphasis of the course,
however, is to be able to apply a basic comprehension of the U.S. political system to
contemporary events.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Sociology examines the basics of sociology, which is the study of society including individuals,
human groups, and organizations. The course is divided into four main areas: the sociological
perspective, social structures, inequality in society, and social institutions and change.
Students will examine controversies around social change, inequality, gender, and race. The
course revolves around an overview of the field with projects that offer the student a chance
to explore from a sociologist’s perspective.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Ethnic Studies is designed to help students to develop a more complex and nuanced
understanding of the human experience as it relates to ethnicity, including the factors that
influence individual and collective identity. Early lessons in the course guide students to build
a conceptual framework for studying ethnicity and ethnic groups, based on the relationships
among identity, ethnicity, race, and nationality. At the beginning of the course, students will
analyze how cultural assumptions and biases influence both individual identity and people’s
perceptions of others. Additionally, lessons about the origins of culture in early civilizations
and the ways that humans organized themselves socially as populations increased will
provide background knowledge that students need to study ethnicity in the United States.
Later lessons introduce the histories and cultures of specific ethnic groups in the United
States and help students understand how identity and experience are sometimes shaped by
belonging to these groups. Students will then investigate factors that lead members of
different ethnic groups to immigrate to the United States and consider how these groups
and their cultures have shaped American society. Students will also analyze the power
structures that impact the lived experiences of Americans in various ethnic groups, identifying
patterns of oppression and resistance throughout each group’s history.
Throughout the course, students are encouraged to identify and appreciate aspects of their
own identity as well as the cultures, strengths, achievements, and values of the major ethnic
groups in the United States. A key feature of the course is the emphasis given to the
perspectives of individuals from historically marginalized groups that are rarely represented
in textbooks. The goal is to add these voices to the larger historical narrative so that students
can see themselves and all of their classmates as vital parts of the American story.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course is designed to prepare future educators for the classroom they will inherit! It starts
with a history of education and how blended, adaptive, and personalized learning are coming
to the forefront in learning. It then explores new and emerging technologies, along with their
current and future impact on education. Throughout the course, students will explore a wide
range of career possibilities in the education field and evaluate both the promises and pitfalls
of technology in education.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Teaching can be a highly rewarding profession. Throughout the course, students will explore
career opportunities within the field of education. They will learn what it means to be a
professional in the classroom, whether it be working alongside co-teachers or managing an
inclusive and diverse group of students. Students will learn about the code of conduct
expected of educational professionals. Students will explore the history and best practices in
the teaching profession as well as professional development opportunities. They will discover
what it means to emerge as leaders in the field.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

The Early Childhood Education course is designed to provide an overview of the expectations
and roles of the early childhood educator. The course provides details about childhood
development, health, nutrition, and guidance strategies to help students understand the
exciting and unique opportunities that a career in early childhood education can offer. The
course is intended to prepare students for challenges they may face, but to emphasize the
rewards of being able to influence the life of a young child. The ability to offer support to
children as they learn, and grow is a point that is highlighted throughout each lesson.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Early Childhood Education Part I

The Early Childhood Education II Course is designed to provide an overview of the
professional expectations of being an early childhood educator. Throughout the course,
students will learn about what it means to be a professional, including the significance of
professional development in any educational role. They will review observational methods
and the history of education in the United States, with a focus on early childhood and school-
age programs. They will spend a significant portion of the course learning about the
importance of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and how to implement these
strategies. Designing physical, social, and temporal environments will also be a major focus
of the course, as will developing relationships with families and communities to strengthen
their position and knowledge. Additionally, this course will prepare students for the Child
Development Associate (CDA) certification exam.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The Study Skills and Strategies course equips students with skills and understandings critical
to effective learning. Using a unique approach to the traditional topic of study skills, this
course weaves understanding regarding the role of the brain in learning into the instruction
of discrete learning skills and strategies. Moving beyond a list of good tips and ideas, the
Study Skills and Strategies course will challenge students to develop intentional approaches
to learning. They will be required to make connections between the strategies and skills they
learn in this course and the implementation of those strategies and skills in their other
coursework. Upon completion of the course, students will have learned a variety of specific
learning skills and strategies, gained greater understanding of their own learning preferences,
and become prepared to develop and implement specific learning and study plans for any
academic course or other learning needs.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/315971236

Biology Part I examines the basics of biochemistry and how it helps understand biological
systems on Earth. Using logical thinking to identify relationships and draw conclusions, the
course expands out from the building blocks of biochemistry to individual cells and cell
membranes to understand cell division, reproduction, cell energy and metabolism, and
photosynthesis.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Biology Part I
Course Intro Video
https://player.vimeo.com/video/318322512

Biology Part II examines the basics of genetics, natural selection, ecology, model how matter
and energy flow through ecosystems, and the technology to see the larger context and
implications. Topics include: biological research topics of ethical guidelines in new
biotechnology.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/315971236

Biology Honors Part I examines life at the cellular level by understanding how the scientific
method is used by scientists to investigate questions and present their findings. Topics
include chemical make-up and size of cells, cell structure, the flow of energy, and how traits
are inherited.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Biology Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/318322512

Biology Honors Part II examines life on Earth from a big picture perspective by exploring the
evolution of species and history of life on Earth. Topics include: living organisms from
microorganisms to plants and animals, the human body systems, ecology, and how humans
interact with the environment. Historical perspectives and societal impact of biology are
include in each lesson.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/316581077

Chemistry Part I examines basic principles and properties of matter to see its everyday uses.
Topics include: atomic models, predicting chemical reactions to see how scientists can
engineer them to solve problem.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Chemistry Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/336871722

Chemistry Part II culminates in the ability to evaluate the ethical and social implications of
chemistry-related technologies. Topics include: matter, types of bonds and forces that hold
atoms and molecules together, states of matter, phase changes, gas laws, solutions,
thermodynamics and kinetics of chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium and
electrochemistry, radiation and the difference between nuclear fission and fusion.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869100

Chemistry Honors Part I examines basic principles and properties of matter to see its everyday
uses. Topics include atomic models, predicting chemical reactions to see how scientists can
engineer them to solve problems. The honors course offers additional examples and practice.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Chemistry Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/222869134

Chemistry Honors Part II culminates in the ability to evaluate the ethical and social
implications of chemistry-related technologies. Topics include: matter, types of bonds and
forces that hold atoms and molecules together, states of matter, phase changes, gas laws,
solutions, thermodynamics and kinetics of chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium and
electrochemistry, radiation and the difference between nuclear fission and fusion. The honors
course offers additional examples and practice.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/403795430/c5e4b4c21b

Environmental Science Part I 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.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Environmental Science Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/user62359637/review/471170876/c28740e6ca

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.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Algebra II

Students begin their exploration of physics by reviewing the International System of Units
(SI), scientific notation, and significant digits. They then learn to describe and analyze motion
in one and two dimensions. Students learn about gravity and Newton’s laws of motion before
concluding the course with an examination of circular motion. Students apply mathematical
concepts such as graphing and trigonometry in order to solve physics problems. Throughout
the course, students apply their understanding of physics by playing roles like science
museum curator and elementary teacher.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Physics Part I

Physics B continues the student’s exploration of mechanics while also guiding them through
some other important topics of physics. Students begin by exploring simple harmonic
motion, wave properties, and optics. Students then learn the basics of thermodynamics and
fluids. Afterwards, the students explore the principles of electricity and magnetism. Finally,
students explore the area of physics known as Modern Physics, which includes topics such as
the photoelectric effect, nuclear science, and relativity. This is a trig based course. It is
assumed you know and can use trigonometry.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course is taught at the college level and designed to prepare students to take the
Advanced Placement Examination and score high enough to earn college credit in those
colleges that recognize the examination. College level textbooks are used. The course will
cover all of the topics in the AP Biology Course Description. These include biochemistry, cell
structure and function, cell energetics, cellular reproduction and communication, heredity,
molecular genetics, evolution, ecology, diversity of organisms, structure and function of
plants and animals,
and comparative anatomy.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The first three modules of Earth Science Part I cover Scientific Inquiry, the Structure and
Composition of the Universe, and the Features of the Solar System. Students learn the
importance of scientific inquiry and how to communicate the results of scientific
investigations. They then have material on the formation of the universe, including the Big
Bang Theory, the motions of celestial objects, and stellar evolution. The third module covers
material related to the Solar System, including features of the Sun and the planets and the
movements of Earth. The second three modules of Part I cover Weather, Climate, and Earth’s
Water Cycle. Students first learn in Module 4 about the atmosphere and clouds, as well as the
factors that influence local and global climate. In Module 5 they continue by learning about
weather and air masses, meteorology and storms. Module 6 then discusses the water cycle,
including groundwater and ocean features, as well as water scarcity and pollution.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Earth Science Part I

The first three modules of Part II cover the physical structure of the Earth and Earth’s tectonic
system, including the rock cycle, tectonic activity, and mountain building. It then covers
weathering and erosion and soil formation. The next material in the course then addresses
the concept of systems; it addresses the Earth as a system, feedback in systems, and Earth’s
major nutrient cycles. The second three modules of Part II cover geologic history, including
the evolution of Earth’s atmosphere, the geologic time scale, and the fossil record. It then
goes over natural resources and the effects of human population on natural resources. The
course wraps up with a discussion of human society and its interconnectedness with the
Earth’s environment, how science and technology work together, and the technological
design process in earth science applications.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

About 70% of the Earth is covered by water. Even today, much of the world’s oceans remain
unexplored. Marine scientists make exciting new discoveries about marine life every day. In
this course, students will discover the vast network of life that exists beneath the ocean’s
surface and study the impact that humans have on the oceans.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

Criminology and Forensics is a beginner level course on the topics of crime
and forensic procedures exploring topics on crime and criminology, witnesses and
perpetrators, and the crime lab.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

Criminology and Justice is a beginner-level course on criminal procedures that explores the
criminal justice system, non-forensic evidence, and what happens inside the courtroom.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

The aim of this course is to expand upon what was learned in your Biology class, while
emphasizing the application of this material to human structures and functions. This course
begins the study of human beings at the microscopic level and works its way up to an in-
depth study of select organ systems. Special emphasis will be placed upon applying and
demonstrating the information learned in this course through, not only tests and quizzes, but
through special projects and collaboration as well.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course will prepare students for careers in agriscience. Agriculture is the world's largest
industry, so the critical nature of understanding how agriculture must thrive in unpredictable
conditions cannot be overstated. Throughout the modules, students will gain an
understanding of some of the fundamental issues in agriscience, including safety,
environmental factors such as climate change and extreme-weather conditions, plant and
animal science, and food safety. Additionally, students will explore how they can emerge as
leaders in such a complex and exciting industry!

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Agriscience Part I

In this course, students will explore the various components of agriscience careers and
agricultural living. Beginning with career exploration, students will become familiar with the
vast array of opportunities that exist in agriscience. They will discover what is necessary for
the proper care and management of livestock from keeping living quarters clean to caring
for newborn animals. Students will understand the ways in which plants, crops, and
vegetation thrive in varying conditions. They will explore the fundamentals of running a
successful agriscience operation as well as how agriscience affects and is affected by global
economic conditions.

Part III
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Agriscience Part II

This course further delves into agriscience as a core global business. Students will explore
fundamental business operations and structures as well as financial considerations. Students
will understand the nutritional needs of livestock in order for them to be free from disease
and be able to thrive in good health. Plants are heavily dependent on proper fertilization,
irrigation, and nutrition to prosper. Thus, students will take a comprehensive look at the
systems necessary to produce bountiful crops. The course will be rounded out learning about
the tools and techniques needed to run an agriscience business and harvest crops.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/223527603

Art History: Origins explores art of the prehistoric, ancient, medieval, Renaissance and Rococo
periods to understand how to read and interpret art.
*Given the subject matter, the course is extensively visual. Please also be aware that this course includes
depictions of nudity, as many art movements celebrated the human form. Many important and influential
works of art include nudity, and it would be n early impossible to teach art history without including them.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/333866785

Fashion Design Part I explores the tools and principles of fashion design. Topics include: the
use of color, creation of an inspiration board, fabrics and materials, and tools and machines
used by fashion designers.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Fashion Design Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/339393042

Fashion Design Part II explores the skills and education required in the fashion industry.
Topics include: the range of jobs in the industry, skills for success, such as interviewing,
workplace communication, and teamwork.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/339387699

Interior Design (1 of 2) explores the principles and elements of design. Topics include: skills,
roles and responsibilities of interior designers, specialties of interior design, history of design,
design materials, furniture, accessories, and modern developments affecting interior design,
such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), universal design, and green design.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Fashion Design Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/333866785

Interior Design (2 of 2) explores career options in residential, commercial, and mobile design,
getting credentialed, and networking in professional organizations. Topics include:
leadership, group dynamics, codes of ethics; lighting, windows, walls, furniture, accessories,
textiles, and floor treatments in residential and commercial designs as well as related
information on materials, fabrication, and installation; review of the elements and principles
of design, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and universal design.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/280382232

Photography Basics (1 of 1) 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.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Have you ever wondered how a play goes from the playwright’s mind all the way into a multi-
million dollar Broadway production? In this course, you’ll learn the whole process! This course
provides a thorough introduction to the theater by providing an overview of major topics in
theater studies, with a blend of theoretical and practical lessons. In the first half of this course
you will learn about the definitions of theater, theater history, and contemporary theatrical
genres. The second of half of the course will guide you through all of the elements of putting
on a professional theatrical production. You will learn about the entire production process,
from playwriting through opening night, including elements of technical theater, the
rehearsal process, and audience response. Whether you’re an aspiring actor, technician,
director, or producer, or even just an avid theater-goer, this course is for you

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the basic business concepts that will help them understand
how a business survives in today’s economy and the role that consumers play in the same
economy. Students will learn how to balance a checkbook, save for the future, and use credit
wisely. Students will also learn how to create a resume and how to participate in a job
interview.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/337609569

Principles of Marketing explores the interactions between businesses, consumers, and the
economy as well as the role of marketing and how marketers get their information. The course
culminates in the creation of a marketing plan.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/372696437

Professional Sales explores the role sales plays in the national economy, the importance of
ethical behavior in business. Topics include: how to build, train, motivate, and evaluate a sales
team; the role of buying motives; the selling process; and the importance of data.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Students learn about the American legal system. They examine ethics, court systems, criminal
law, and law of torts. They examine how the court systems work together, and what
misconduct results in going to court. It is important to also understand your consumer rights.
As they progress through the course, they will also gain an understanding from a business
perspective what is right and wrong business actions and employment laws. As an employee
or employer it is important to understand the laws that protect the employee and employer.
The study will focus on the formation of a business and the basic legal issues associated with
each type of business.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The Career Planning course guides students through the essential elements of the career
planning process and the development of a defined career plan. Students will consider the
many factors that impact career success and satisfaction. Using a process of investigation,
research, and self-discovery, students will acquire the understandings critical to the career
planning process. Upon completion of the course, students will have created a practical and
comprehensive college or career transition portfolio that reflects their skills and abilities, as
well as their interests, values, and goals.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In this semester course, you will explore accounting, including investigating accounting
careers. You will learn basic accounting skills and procedures both with and without a
computer for general journals, general ledgers, cash payments journals, cash receipts
journals, sales journals, accounts payable ledgers, and accounts receivable ledgers. You will
also learn how to reconcile a bank statement and to prepare payroll records. This course
covers the basic principles of financial accounting for individuals and for companies with
attention to both the mathematical formulas and to the ethical side of accounting. Each unit
has practical exercises including a project at the end of the unit.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Students hear a lot of contradictory advice in life. On one hand, they may hear something like
“Follow your dreams. Pursue your passion and the money will come!” On the other hand, they
may hear something completely opposite, like “Most startups fail! It’s much safer to get a
safe, steady job.” So which side is right? Given the massive changes to the economy and
society, the skills of entrepreneurship are going to be critical in building a lasting career. The
entrepreneurial mindset of searching for opportunities, creating value, and solving pain
points will always be valuable. And this mindset applies not just to starting a business, but in
any organization that someone is a part of: school, established companies, or non-profits. In
this course, students will explore how to use this mindset to create the next world-class
startup.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Whether it’s posting pictures, videos, or interacting in the metaverse, today’s students who
aspire to apply their social media skills to business marketing must be prepared! This course
on Social Media Business Marketing provides them with the foundational knowledge of social
media technology and marketing principles. The course begins with an introduction to Social
Media platforms and then goes in-depth into the marketing and advertising strategies used
to support a company’s social media strategy and campaigns. Through activities and projects,
students will gain firsthand knowledge of this exciting field. This course also prepares
students for the Social Media Strategist certification.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In this course, students will explore how to start using QuickBooks Online. Learning this widely
used accounting software will allow users to contribute to a large company’s accounting
team, or to use it independently as a small business owner. Students will learn how to
complete administrative and accounting functions within QuickBooks. These include basics
such as setting up lists, customers and products, to more complex tasks like managing journal
entries and creating reports. Additionally, they will learn about the various services and
products that can be added. As students learn about the accounting functions, they will
discover how to record transactions, expenses, and receipts.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The Personal Finance course is intended to prepare students to be successful financial
citizens. They will learn their role and responsibilities as a responsible financial planner and
saver as well as learn about the services, functions, and products of the financial industry. In
addition, they will make informed buying decisions and understand personal taxation, wills,
insurance, and contracts. Finally, they will learn about saving and investing as well as
consumer credit and loans.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The Networking course identifies the key principles of Networking in today’s connected
world. From network fundamentals and componentry to automation and programming,
students learn the details of network access, connectivity, and security essentials. Through
engaging interactivities, simulations, and projects, students will explore these networking
concepts to further their career potential in this field. This course also prepares students for
the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Upon completion of this course, students will understand bitcoin, including its history,
development, and context within the modern global economy. Students will learn the basic
cryptographic principles that underlie bitcoin, and gain confidence by demonstrating strong
security principles in storing and transaction bitcoin. Key principles such as mining, wallets,
and hashing will be introduced. And finally they will be familiarized with the nascent industry
of digital currencies and how they function.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Blockchain seems to be the latest buzzword that the business world is talking about. But what
is it? And why should a high school student care? This course will seek to answer those
questions. It will strip away the layers of complexity and sophistication to help students
understand the key concepts of the blockchain. The course will introduce and discuss areas
where blockchain has the greatest potential.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In this course, students will explore the comprehensive world of healthcare information and
management. Throughout the modules, students will learn about the history of the healthcare
system as well as the current best practices in the field. They will explore the innovative
technologies being developed and applied in patient care and patient privacy. Students will
become familiar with the specific terminology utilized within the clinical and information
technology systems. Students will investigate the complexities of the business of healthcare
including data organization and security considerations. Finally, students will identify the
ways in which communication and leadership go hand in hand with a thriving career in
healthcare information and management systems.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the challenging and lucrative world of finance. While “Wall
Street” may still get a bad rap after the 2008 financial crisis, finance careers still remain highly
sought after and can be highly rewarding. The course reviews key financial terms and
examines various groups, positions, and roles within financial institutions. Students will learn
about resumes, interviews, and networking. Students will also discuss ethics on Wall Street
and the role of finance within society.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/289129092

Graphic and Web Design explores visual communication and explores the range of careers in
the field. Topics include: principles of design, ethics of creative fields, and the publishing
process.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course prepares students to take the Federal Aviation Administration’s Part 107 exam,
which is essential to becoming a commercial drone pilot. The field of unmanned aerial
vehicles is growing rapidly, as the opportunities to use them for search and rescue,
photography, recreation, inspection, and many others continue to multiply. Students will
learn the critical facts to prepare for the test’s topics, which include: regulations, airspace &
requirements, weather, loading & performance, and operations. The course will conclude with
a look at the most promising careers in the field of drones.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Students much have access to the
Adobe Illustrator to successfully
complete this course

This course introduces students to the Adobe Illustrator and prepares students to take the
ACA Certification Exam on Illustrator. Students will get an insight into what it is like working
in the graphic design industry. Students will learn everything from absolute basics like
navigating Illustrator to performing complex tasks like managing colors, drawing, creating
illustrations, and much more. The course contains guided video tutorials, hands-on projects,
and step-by-step resources that help students learn how to work in Illustrator.
Adobe® Illustrator®, Adobe® InDesign®, and Adobe® Photoshop® are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe in the United States and/or other countries.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Students much have access to the
Adobe InDesign to successfully
complete this course

This course introduces students to the world of Adobe InDesign and prepares students to
take the ACA Certification Exam on InDesign. Students will get an insight into what it is like
working in the print and digital media publishing industry. Over 10 modules, students will
learn everything from absolute basics like navigating InDesign to performing complex tasks
like creating multi-page documents, applying effects, and even creating original artwork. The
course contains guided tutorials, do-it-yourself projects, and great resources that will help
students practice and learn how to work in InDesign.
Adobe® Illustrator®, Adobe® InDesign®, and Adobe® Photoshop® are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe in the United States and/or other countries.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None
Students much have access to the
Adobe Photoshop to successfully
complete this course

This course prepares students to demonstrate expertise in Adobe’s Photoshop software and
take the ACA Certification Exam on Photoshop. Students will learn through engaging and
interactive content, projects and practice exam items aligned to the learning objectives
outlined by Adobe’s exam specifications. Students will leave this course with career-ready,
real‐time skills in one of the most popular software programs in the world!
Adobe® Illustrator®, Adobe® InDesign®, and Adobe® Photoshop® are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe in the United States and/or other countries.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course prepares students to demonstrate expertise in Adobe’s Photoshop software and
take the ACA Certification Exam on Photoshop. Students will learn through engaging and
interactive content, projects and practice exam items aligned to the learning objectives
outlined by Adobe’s exam specifications. Students will leave this course with career-ready,
real‐time skills in one of the most popular software programs in the world!
Adobe® Illustrator®, Adobe® InDesign®, and Adobe® Photoshop® are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe in the United States and/or other countries.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the world of Adobe Premiere Pro. Students will get an
insight into the video design and production industry. Over 7 modules, students will progress
from absolute basics like navigation to performing complex tasks like editing videos, applying
filters and effects, and even creating original artwork. The course contains guided tutorials,
engaging projects, and great resources that will help students practice and learn how to work
in Premiere Pro. This course also prepares students for the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP)
Certification Exam on Premiere

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The Java SE 8 course is designed to provide preparation for the Oracle Certified Associate
(OCA) exam. Throughout the course, students will learn about Java from the basics to string
builder methods. They will spend a significant portion of the course learning about the basics
of Java, data types, operators, arrays, loop constructs, encapsulation, inheritance, exceptions,
and API.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Separating hype from reality is hard… especially in the fast-growing and evolving space of
augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). Recent advances in technology has allowed AR/VR
systems to become extremely sophisticated and realistic. This course introduces students to
the technologies that underpin AR/VR systems. Then the course walks through 5 Applications
of AR/VR and how they will change and impact numerous aspects of our lives and the
economy. Students will also learn about and discuss the risks and side effects of these
systems, including health, privacy, and ethical implications.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In the Cybersecurity course, students will learn about the practice of protecting networks,
systems, and programs from digital attacks. They will better understand the aim of these
attacks, such as destroying information, extorting money and resources, or disrupting
business operations. They will learn about the challenges and opportunities that
implementing cybersecurity measures can present. As attackers become more innovative, it
is more important than ever to have effective cybersecurity channels in place to counter them.
Students will learn about countermeasures and role recovery and their integral function in
the cybersecurity realm. Additionally, students will learn what makes certain networks and
systems more vulnerable to attacks. They will become adept at identifying potential viruses,
worms, threats, and malware. The Cybersecurity course acts as a foundation on which to build
extensive knowledge about threats to digital security.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course teaches what every student should know about Artificial Intelligence. AI is a fast-
moving technology with impacts and implications for both our individual lives and society as
a whole. In this course, students will get a basic introduction to the building blocks and
components of artificial intelligence, learning about concepts like algorithms, machine
learning, and neural networks. Students will also explore how AI is already being used, and
evaluate problem areas of AI, such as bias. The course also contains a balanced look at AI’s
impact on existing jobs, as well as its potential to create new and exciting career fields in the
future. Students will leave the course with a solid understanding of what AI is, how it works,
areas of caution, and what they can do with the technology.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In this course, students will learn about Swift App development and its components. Apple
developed the powerful and user-friendly programming language Swift for creating iOS, Mac,
Apple TV, and Apple Watch apps. Developers have more freedom than ever before, and the
open-source app allows anyone with an idea to create something incredible. From planning
to navigation to building, students will learn how to take an idea and create something
potentially revolutionary!

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

From hearing aids to pedometers to smart watches, humans have made and worn devices to
overcome physical deficiencies, count their steps, and communicate. With the continue
miniaturization of chips and sensors, combined with increasing sophistication of artificial
intelligence, wearable technology has proliferated into countless end-markets. This course
will introduce students to wearable technologies and the components and software that
make these technologies possible. The course will also evaluate several applications of
wearable technologies in various industries. Finally, the course will examine and discuss the
implications of wearable technology, including its pros and cons, and potential implications
to our health, privacy, and society.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the newest and most cutting edge futuristic transportation
technologies out there. Students gain familiarity with the history of transportation
development and understand a framework with which to evaluate new transportation modes.
Then the course dives into 10 different technologies on the horizon. Students examine the
technologies, the pros and cons of each mode, and explore potential career paths in these
emerging fields.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

In this course, students will learn about the technologies and design principles that have been
the foundation of the development of video game technology over the last 50 years. Students
will examine and discuss the impact of video games on culture and the economy. Students
will learn about the current gaming and e-sports landscape, including strategies and
techniques of top teams and individuals. This course will also discuss the risks and dangers
of video games and understand how to set appropriate time and content parameters. Finally,
the course will identify career paths and opportunities for those who are passionate about
gaming.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course will provide students with an overview of smart cities. The course will begin by
providing a foundational explanation of what constitutes a smart city and why they are
beginning to pop up around the globe. With a firm understanding of what a smart city is, the
majority of the course will focus on various aspects of them such as energy, transportation,
data, infrastructure, mobility, and Internet of Things devices. The course will conclude with an
analysis of careers related to smart cities.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

It seems like many elementary to high school robotics courses are focused on coding a simple
robot to move its mechanical arm up and down. This course, in contrast, teaches students
what a robot is and how it relates to other key technologies such as artificial intelligence and
machine learning. Then the course examines 10 Applications of robots and how they will
change and impact various aspects of our lives and the economy. Will robots simply steal our
jobs, or will they be a tool that will create new opportunities and even free humans to use
our creativity and curiosity to their full potential? Students will grapple with this and many
other questions as they explore this vital, future-focused subject.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the world of Microsoft Excel. Students will get an insight
into the use of the product within the business setting. Over 8 modules, students will learn
everything from absolute basics like navigating Microsoft Excel to performing complex tasks
like formulas and functions. This course prepares students for the Microsoft Office Associate:
Microsoft Excel Certification.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The CSCU class aims at equipping the students with the necessary knowledge and skills to
protect their information assets. The program is designed to interactively teach the students
about the whole gamut of information security threats they face ranging from identity theft
and credit card fraud to their physical safety. The skills acquired during the course of this
program will not only help the students to identify these threats but also to mitigate them
effectively.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course introduces students to the field of cryptography. Students learn the foundations
of modern symmetric and key cryptography including the details of algorithms such as Feistel
Networks, DES, and AES. Significant concepts such as diffusion, confusion, and Kerkchoff’s
principle are covered.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Network Defense Essentials covers the fundamental concepts of information security and
network defense. This introductory cybersecurity course is designed for today’s entry-level
information security and cybersecurity careers and is ideal for learners aspiring to pursue
career in cybersecurity. The course gives a holistic overview of the key components of
Information Security such as Identification, Authentication and Authorization, Virtualization
and Cloud computing, Wireless Networks, Mobile and IoT Devices, and Data Security. The
course includes interactive labs to ensure that learners receive hands-on practical experience
required for a future in cybersecurity.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Ethical Hacking Essentials is an introductory cybersecurity course that covers ethical hacking
and penetration testing fundamentals and prepares learners for a career in cybersecurity.
This course will introduce learners to computer and network security concepts such as threats
and vulnerabilities, password cracking, web application attacks, IoT and OT attacks, cloud
computing, pentesting fundamentals, and more.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

Digital Forensic Essentials helps learners increase their competency and expertise in digital
forensic and information security skills, thereby adding value to their workplace and
employer. This course will introduce learners to Computer Forensic Fundamentals as well as
Computer Forensic Investigation Process. Plan to learn about Dark Web, Windows, Linux,
Malware Forensics, and so much more! The interactive labs component of this course ensures
that learners receive the hands-on practical experience required for a future in digital
forensics.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

This course allows students to eventually grow their skills into various roles, including
penetration testing, security consulting, auditor and administrative roles, and beyond. It
established a foundation of technical skills required to create successful technologists who
will advance across various work rules.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Intro to Java Programming

This course is for those who have completed the Intro to Java course or some Java course
equivalent. It dives deeper into Java and prepares the student for the AP Computer Science
exam. High School AP Computer Science requires the student to spend time learning
terminology and completing practice exams and quizzes. Students will be studying Java
through coding their own programs as well as reading assignments.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Spanish 1
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/287322084

Spanish 2 Part I builds reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in order to discuss social
relationships, climate, various animals, fables, holiday customs and traditions, and outdoor
activities. The course also explores cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries, such as
Paraguay, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Bolivia. Topics include: history, products,
traditions, practices, and perspectives of each of these countries.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
Spanish 2 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/303386761

Spanish 2 Part II continues to build reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in order to
discuss transportation, extracurricular interests, professions, cuisine, clothing, health, and
technology. Topics include: present, past, future, and conditional tenses, present subjunctive
mood, explores cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries, such as the Dominican
Republic, Equatorial Guinea, Honduras, Uruguay, and Panama.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Spanish 2
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/332496216

Spanish 3 Part I builds reading and writing of informative, argumentative, and descriptive
texts, listening, and speaking skills using the indicative subjunctive, and imperative moods.
The course also explores significant historical events of some Spanish-speaking countries, as
well as cultural products, practices, and philosophies.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): Spanish 3 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/strongmindlearning/review/376872232/266ba3d474

Spanish 3 Part II continues acquiring the Spanish language through reading poems and short
stories by notable Spanish-language authors. The continuation of writing, listening, and
speaking includes exploring behavioral norms in different Spanish-speaking cultures, in order
to discuss these topics in the indicative and subjunctive moods in a variety of tenses.

Part I and II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

French 1 focuses on developing listening skills by repeated exposure to the spoken language.
Speaking skills are encouraged through recommended assignments using voice tools.
Reading and writing skills, as well as language structures, are practiced through meaningful,
real-life contexts. The use of technology enhances and reinforces authentic language
development and fosters cultural understandings through exposure to native speakers and
their daily routines.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

Part 1 focuses on the continuation and enhancement of language skills presented in
French 1. Vocabulary and grammar structures are revisited and expanded to provide students
an opportunity to move towards an intermediate comprehension level. Speaking and
listening skills are enhanced through recommended real-life voice activities. Listening skills
are honed through online dialogues. Reading and writing skills are developed through access
to completion of meaningful activities, reading of culturally-related articles of interest and
responding to reading in the target language. The use of technology enhances and reinforces
authentic language development and fosters cultural understandings through exposure to
native speakers and their daily routines.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): French 2 Part I

Semester B continues the enhancement of language skills. Vocabulary and grammar
structures are revisited and expanded as students explore other French-speaking areas.
Speaking and listening skills are enhanced through recommended real-life voice activities.
Listening skills are honed through online dialogues. Reading and writing skills are developed
through access to completion of meaningful activities related to travel, to the Olympics, to
natural disasters, and to the space program. Reading of culturally related articles of interest
and responding to reading in the target language, along with the use of technology,
reinforces authentic language development and fosters cultural understandings through
exposure to native speakers and their daily routines.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

German Part I is an introductory course teaching basic comprehension and communication
in German. It coordinates the study of language with culture through the use of video, audio
and mass media production. This course assumes prior or no knowledge of the German
language. It introduces the fundamentals of conversational and grammatical patterns of the
German language with presentations to present the material. Students who complete the
course successfully will begin to develop a functional competency in the four primary
language areas: speaking, reading, listening and writing, while establishing a solid
grammatical base and exploration into German culture.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
German 1 Part I

German Part II will expand on the knowledge gained from German Part I and further develop
their skills in pronunciation, grammar skills, grammar structures and vocabulary. Oral practice
(via Voice Tools), homework assignments, games, songs, watching videos, quizzes, tests,
projects and other activities such as writing wikis and journal entries, will be emphasized to
accomplish this goal. The different cultures of the German-speaking world are emphasized
through readings, videos and other activities. Taking the time to learn another language is a
mind-expanding activity that can open up a world of opportunities and advantages.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

In this course, students build on grammar and language skills that they acquired during their
G1A and G1B courses. While reviewing basic grammar skills, (present and past tenses),
students learn and study stem-changing verb conjugation and explore cultural themes
regarding current events, famous German people, music and famous festivals.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): German 2 Part I

In the second semester course, students increase their proficiency in being able to
communicate by forming more complex German sentences in a variety of tenses using all
four cases (Nominative, Accusative, Dative and Genitive). The variety of topics increases also,
from exploring different careers to discussing relationships. Cultural themes are entwined
throughout this course related to going shopping, to going to the zoo and also to travel
throughout the German-speaking world.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/723895507/69f2e7f7da

American Sign Language I Part I provides an introduction to American Sign Language (ASL).
The course provides guidance in how to communicate with ASL across a variety of basic
subjects, including greetings and introductions, information sharing, personal characteristics,
family, travelling, and living spaces. The course also explores details about Deaf culture, the
history of ASL, and the general rules and concepts needed for communicating effectively
through sign language, including fingerspelling and signing parameters.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
American Sign Language 1 Part I
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/601222642/145ae4850e

American Sign Language I Part II continues to explore introductory concepts in American Sign
Language (ASL). The course builds on the first half to guide students in how to communicate
on a variety of basic subjects, including with food items, directions, store interactions, job
roles, health topics, and plans built around schedules and times. The course also highlights
more details about Deaf culture, the history of ASL, and the general rules and concepts
needed for communicating effectively through sign language, including classifiers and
specific grammar rules.

Part I & II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video Part I
https://vimeo.com/723895507/69f2e7f7da
Course Intro Video Part II
https://vimeo.com/761985544/a1f28922f6

American Sign Language II Part I and II explore intermediate concepts related to Deaf culture
and American Sign Language (ASL). The course begins with a review of cultural facts and ASL
rules and concepts from American Sign Language I. New topics that follow include major
milestones and famous figures in Deaf cultural history, appropriate etiquette and behaviors
in Deaf interactions, ASL literature and performances, and different language styles and skills
among Deaf communities, among others. Projects throughout the course will assess
knowledge of signing vocabulary and mastery of proper signing form.

Part I and Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s):
None

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course is an advanced language course in which
students are directly prepared for the AP Spanish Language and Culture test. It uses as its
foundation the three modes of communication: interpersonal, interpretive and
presentational. The course is conducted almost exclusively in Spanish. The course is based on
the six themes required by the College Board: (1) global challenges, (2) science and
technology, (3) contemporary life, (4) personal and public identities, (5) families and
communities, and (6) beauty and aesthetics. The course teaches language structures in
context and focuses on the development of fluency to convey meaning. Students explore
culture in both contemporary and historical contexts to develop an awareness and
appreciation of cultural products, practices, and perspectives. Students should expect to listen
to, read, and understand a wide-variety of authentic Spanish- language materials and sources,
demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication
using Spanish, gain knowledge and understanding of the cultures of Spanish speaking areas
of the world, use Spanish to connect with other disciplines and expand knowledge in a wide-
variety of contexts, develop insight into the nature of the Spanish language and its culture,
and use Spanish to participate in communities at home and around the world. The AP Spanish
Language and Culture course is a college level course. The intensity, quality, and amount of
course material can be compared to that of a third-year college course.

Part I
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/238621258

Physical Education Part I examines the importance of physical activity, personal fitness, and
healthy eating habits. Topics include: useful techniques and different aspects of sport and
recreation, a personal fitness evaluation, the design of a personal exercise plan and tracking
of results.

Part II
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/306421992

Physical Education Part II explores key concepts that lead to improved fitness, wellness, and
overall health. Topics include: description of the human body, including anatomy, physiology,
and nutrition; practical applications, such as metabolism manipulation, correct exercise form,
and effective programming for personal health goals.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/251890085

Health Education explores how behavioral choices, such as nutrition and physical activity,
affect health, then provides information to make healthy choices. Topics include: nutrition
and physical activity; growth, development, and sexual health; safety and injury prevention;
alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; mental, emotional, and social health; and personal and
community health.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Intro Video
https://vimeo.com/305845875

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: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

In this course, students learn and practice first aid procedures for a variety of common
conditions, including muscular, skeletal, and soft tissue injuries. In addition, students learn
how to appropriately respond to a variety of emergency situations. They also learn the
procedures for choking and CPR for infants, children, and adults. In addition to emergency
response, students will explore personal, household, and outdoor safety, and disaster
preparedness.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

This course takes students through a comprehensive study of nutritional principles and
guidelines. Students will learn about world-wide views of nutrition, nutrient requirements,
physiological processes, food labeling, healthy weight management, diet related diseases,
food handling, nutrition for different populations, and more. Students will gain important
knowledge and skills to aid them in attaining and maintaining a healthy and nutritious
lifestyle.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

This course introduces students to the exciting and varied career opportunities in the health
care industry that will be in demand in their future! The course will introduce the roles and
tasks, identify education and skills needed, identify responsibilities of roles which support or
supervise their role, analyze legal and ethical responsibilities, limitations, and implications for
each of these professions.

Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None

This course introduces students to the exciting and varied career opportunities in the
dentistry profession, from dental assistant all the way up through oral surgeon. Students will
review the history of dentistry globally and in the U.S., and will learn key dental terminology.
The course will introduce the roles and tasks done as well as skills and education required of
nearly every member of the dental staff. Students will gain an understanding of what it takes
to perform each position, and how they work together.