ONE YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Must have taken and passed Algebra 1 preferably using VideoText curriculum): Algebra 2 continues where Algebra 1 left off. This class will follow the same format as Algebra 1 with bite-size lessons, notes, exercises, pre-quizzes, quizzes, and tests, making the learning process easy to digest. The second year of Algebra continues with Modules D, E & F, and 1/2 credit in pre-calculus (found in Module F). Students are encouraged to take the CLEP exam upon … [Read more...]
Thursday HS (AM2B) – Geometry (Teaching Textbooks)
ONE YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Must have taken and passed Algebra 1): Geometry, though in the family of Math, is actually a study of logic, engaging students to think critically and sequentially. The Teaching Textbooks approach to geometry is based on a traditional Euclidean study, introducing logic and reasoning, and then proceeding through all of the lessons by presenting concepts as definitions, postulates, and theorems. Geometry, as a study of logic, focuses on shapes and incorporates … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (AM0A) – Marine Biology w/ Lab
ONE YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Taken and passed 1st Year Biology Course): This one-year lab science course concentrates on marine wildlife and marine habitats and will provide a survey of members of each biological kingdom that live in marine environments. Students will learn about the microscopic organisms that make life in the ocean possible, including details about their interesting habits and life cycles, getting to see many under the microscope. They will also learn about the anatomy of … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (AM2C) – Spanish 2
ONE YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Completion and passing grade in Spanish 1): Spanish 2 expands the development of all modalities of foreign language study -listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will gain a deeper understanding of a wide range of grammar patterns, including distinguishing between past, present, future, and conditional verb tenses. Cultural practices and perspectives are covered throughout the duration of the course. This course satisfies one year of the high school … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (PM2A) – American Sign Language 1
ONE YEAR CLASS: In this HS course, students will be challenged to learn the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language and become sufficient in ASL vocabulary, syntax, grammar, and linguistic facial expressions. Students will be able to use their acquired skills in real-life situations and apply what they've learned. Furthermore, they’ll develop a well-rounded understanding of Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community. Students will be tested on their receptive and expressive skills in … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (PM2B) – Spanish 1
ONE YEAR CLASS: Spanish 1 is an introductory course that integrates all aspects of foreign language study. Grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills help students achieve a basic level of proficiency. Students will learn the alphabet, build vocabulary, and understand basic grammar. Cultural practices and perspectives are covered throughout the duration of the course. This course satisfies the foreign language requirement for high school credit. … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (AM2A) – Algebra 1 (VideoText)
ONE YEAR CLASS: Instead of memorizing formulas and equations, VideoText Algebra helps students to understand math through mastery learning, helping them to solidify each concept before moving on to the next. In this program, students will find a complete study of the essential material covered in a traditional Algebra 1 course. * Please note the 3 Modules A, B & C cover the entire year of Algebra 1; the next 3 Modules D, E & F will be used for Algebra 2. … [Read more...]
Thursday HS (PM1A) – United States History
ONE YEAR CLASS: "This one-year course helps students understand history from the perspective of faith in God and respect for His Word. In addition to reading the narrative about events, issues, and people from our nation’s heritage, students read the words of people who made history in original documents, speeches, poems, stories, and hymns. The students will survey American history from the time of the Native Americans and first European explorers to the administration of President Obama. … [Read more...]
Thursday HS (PM2B) – Chemistry w/ Labs
ONE YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Proficiency in Algebra 1 or above level math): This one-year high school lab science course is designed to be a first-year high school chemistry course. It will give students a rigorous foundation in chemistry, in order to prepare for a college-level course. Topics covered will be significant figures, units, classification, the mole concept, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, redox reactions, solutions, atomic structure, … [Read more...]
*Tuesday HS (AM2B) – American Sign Language 2
ONE-YEAR CLASS (Prerequisite: Completion and passing grade in ASL 1): ASL 2 is an intermediate level course that builds on the foundation laid in ASL 1. This course is taught entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), with no voice used in class, to provide a total immersion experience for students to continue their assimilation of the Deaf world. The course focuses on the development of expressive and receptive skills in ASL at an intermediate level, covering topics such as descriptions, … [Read more...]