Grade 10-12. One semester. Prerequisite is prior completion of a Social Studies course.
This course is designed to deal with the various aspects of warfare throughout human history. Topics include the nature of war, concepts of tactics and strategy, technology and methods of warfare, great military leaders, crucial battles and their effect on history, and present and future trends in warfare.
Grade 10. Year-long. Prerequisite: prior successful completion of a Social Studies course.
The goal of American Society is to examine and analyze what it means to be an American. Taught in an interdisciplinary format, this two-period block course will take a humanities approach, connecting history and literature to art, architecture, entertainment, propaganda, and fashion. American society emphasizes the skills that will prepare students for life beyond high school, including written and oral communication, critical thinking, problem solving, technological competency and making connections between disciplines. This course is open to all sophomores who need to fulfill the graduation requirements for American History and English 2.
Grade 10-12 Year-long. Prerequisite is prior completion of a Freshman Social Studies Course
This online eLo course is a comprehensive study focusing on major themes and concepts essential to understanding American economic, political, and social institutions. Learning emphasizes analytical writing, interpreting historical documents, developing both written and oral communication skills, understanding cause and effect relationships, discovering the significance of people, places, and events impacting U.S. history, and applying historical principles in today’s world. This course satisfies the American History graduation requirement.
Grade 10-12 Year-long. Prerequisite is prior completion of a Freshman Social Studies Course
This is the study of American History and the evolution of American ideals. Learning emphasizes analytical reading, writing, speaking and listening through the interpretation of historical documents, music and art. Additional focus is placed on understanding cause and effect relationships, discovering the significance of people, places and events impacting US history, and applying historical principles in today’s world. This course satisfies the American History graduation requirement.
Grade 11-12. Prerequisites are Biology, Chemistry and Algebra 2/ Trig. Weighted grade.
Advanced Placement Chemistry is a college level laboratory course dealing with advanced topics in inorganic chemistry. Students may receive college credit in Chemistry by qualifying on an examination administered by the College Entrance Examination Board at the conclusion of the course. This course is weighted and emphasizes problem solving and lab experience.
Grade 10-12. Prerequisites are successful completion of Biology, Chemistry or Instructor approval. Weighted grade.
This course is a college-level laboratory course dealing with advanced topics in Biology. There are twelve mandatory laboratory experiences dealing with such topics as diffusion, osmosis, enzyme catalysis, molecular biology, and genetics. Students who successfully complete this course and the AP Biology examination may receive college credit and/or higher placement in college.
Grade 10-12. Prerequisite is Chemistry and Biology (may be taken concurrently with Instructor approval).
This college level course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of human anatomy and physiology. Particular emphasis is placed on animal dissections to help the students learn how the human body functions. Students may apply to earn dual credit through COD.
Grade 10-12. Prerequisites are Biology and Chemistry (may be taken concurrently).
This college level course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of genetics. Students are acquainted with not only classical patterns of inheritance but also present day findings in molecular genetics. Laboratory experiments provide active participation in demonstrating and applying the theories of genetics and biotechnology. Present day bioethics issues in biotechnology are addressed.
Grade 10-12. Prerequisite is Geometry (may be taken concurrently).
Students begin their journey with the Big Bang and explore the universe through the eyes of Galileo, Copernicus, Kepler, Newton, and other great minds. On the journey into present day, students study the extinction of dinosaurs, the solar system, galaxies, stars, black holes, and the laws governing the universe. Many laboratory experiences and group projects, along with trips to the planetarium, are used to reinforce astronomical concepts. Each student will also construct a refracting telescope. A field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry to explore the Henry Crown Space Center and Omnimax Theatre is included.
Grade 10-12. Prerequisites are Biology, Chemistry, and Algebra 2/Trig. – Weighted grade.
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and theories of physics. The pace and scope of this course are designed for students with a sound understanding of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. This course emphasizes problem-solving and experimentation. Honors Pre-calculus is also strongly recommended.