Students who have had difficulty organizing and expressing themselves in written form will benefit from this elective course. Repeating the writing process as presented in their English classes, students will learn how to creatively write a variety of presentations that are descriptive, expository, and persuasive in nature. Students will also learn the rudiments of public […]
Learn MoreThis course will introduce students to the principles and skills of poetry and fiction writing. In the first quarter, we will work on refining our writing skills by focusing on writing poetry. In the second quarter, we will apply those skills to writing fiction, in particular, the short story. Throughout, we will focus on using […]
Learn MoreThis course will expose students to a variety of literary films, the process of filmmaking, film vocabulary, and the analysis of film as a work of literature. It will give students the necessary skills to analyze and critique film by applying literary and filmic standards. Students will produce critical and reflective essays, film reviews, critical […]
Learn MoreThis entry-level science course gives students an introduction to basic concepts found in earth science, biology, astronomy, physics and general scientific inquiry. Throughout the course, students will have opportunities to observe simulations, investigate ideas, and solve problems.
Learn MoreThis entry-level science course gives students an introduction to basic concepts found in earth science, biology, astronomy, physics and general scientific inquiry. Throughout the course, students will have opportunities to observe simulations, investigate ideas, and solve problems. As a result of the increased rigor of the Honors course, students are required to demonstrate advanced skills […]
Learn MoreThis course focuses on exploring the fundamental principles of chemistry which characterize theproperties of matter and how it reacts. Topics include measurement and calculations, matter, atoms, arrangement of electrons in an atom, periodic law, chemical bonding, chemical equations and reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, gases, solution, acids and bases, kinetics, and organic chemistry. Each week, […]
Learn MoreThis course focuses on exploring the fundamental principles of chemistry which characterize theproperties of matter and how it reacts. Topics include measurement and calculations, matter, atoms, arrangement of electrons in an atom, periodic law, chemical bonding, chemical equations and reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, gases, solution, acids and bases, kinetics, and organic chemistry. Each week, […]
Learn MoreThis course focuses on the study of life by examining the five fundamental concepts of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution and physiology. The scientific process and laboratory skills are emphasized along with biology’s connections to other scientific disciplines. Course instruction requires students to study and apply the experimental method, compose lab reports, engage in peer […]
Learn MoreThis course focuses on the study of life by examining the five fundamental concepts of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution and physiology. The scientific process and laboratory skills are emphasized along with biology’s connections to other scientific disciplines. Course instruction requires students to study and apply the experimental method, compose lab reports, engage in peer […]
Learn MoreThis course provides an in depth overview of the law of nature. Topics include matter and interactions, forces and motion, energy, and waves and their interactions and applications. Course instruction promotes a solid understanding of physics, cultivation of problem-solving and critical-thinking skills related to physics, application of physics knowledge to decision-making about scientific and technological […]
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