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US Government & Civics:
Personal Finance:
Intro to Chemistry
& Physics:
Microsoft Excel:
English I:
Algebra:
French I:
United States Year 9
English I explores reading, writing, and critical thinking through diverse texts. Students study nonfiction narratives, narrative techniques, and narrative writing, followed by nonfiction analysis, short stories, and poetry. Practical writing skills are honed through informational, rhetorical, argument analysis, and argument writing units. The course concludes with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, building a strong foundation in English language arts for future success.
Introduces students to the foundational concepts of variables, expressions, linear equations, inequalities, and functions. Students will learn to solve and graph equations, analyze mathematical relationships, and apply basic algebraic reasoning to real-world problems. We then build on these skills by exploring more complex topics such as quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, as well as systems of equations and advanced polynomials. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities essential for higher-level mathematics.
Introduces students to the fundamental principles the U.S. Constitution is based upon, and how our government is run today. Throughout this course, students will study the founding of our country, how and why the American Revolution began, and how the law of our land was formed. They will also learn about the rights and duties of American citizens.
Designed to prepare students with the skills and knowledge needed to shape their financial future. The course will provide a tool-kit of knowledge resources that will empower students to make informed financial decisions. The course covers real world topics including income, money management, credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will have the opportunity to explore concepts such as budgeting; checking and saving accounts; and investment options. The course also teaches sound practices in the areas of finance, debt, risk management, taxes, and credit management.
French I introduces students to the basics of the French language, including vocabulary, pronunciation, and foundational grammar. Students develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through interactive activities and cultural exploration. The course emphasizes communication and builds confidence in using French in everyday situations.
In this comprehensive science course, students will cover a wide range of topics related to motion, forces, energy, waves, matter, chemical reactions, and nuclear processes. They will learn to interpret motion using graphical representations, calculate forces, mass, and acceleration, and apply engineering design principles. The course will also delve into energy types, calculations, and transformations, exploring heat transfer and real-world applications. Students will study electricity, magnetism, chemical bonding, compounds, and chemical reactions, as well as explore elements and their properties on the periodic table. Additionally, they will investigate reaction rates, nuclear decays, and renewable and non-renewable energy sources with a focus on real-world implications and practical applications. Throughout the units, students will engage in critical thinking, problem-solving, and experimental design to build a comprehensive understanding of physical and chemical processes in the world around them.
Focuses of providing students with a solid foundation on the many features and applications of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program. Excel, being a vastly versatile and widely used tool in the modern workforce, is a skill integral to success for students planning for any business-related career. This course explores topics from basics of creating workbooks to advanced functions using macros.