Grammar & Composition/Literature ENG101 (1 Unit, Grade 9, 2 semesters)
This course includes a review of grammar skills acquired in seventh and eighth grade and students will be expected to properly use these skills in writing. Students will begin writing compare and contrast papers, opinion papers, personal experience and analytical essays, and understand how to effectively find and organize information for a research paper. Students will also study selections from fiction, non-fiction, poetry, biography and autobiography, and drama.

World Literature/Grammar & Composition ENG201 (1 Unit, Grade 10, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Grammar & Composition/Literature
World literature is explored through guided reading of short stories, poetry, essays, drama, biographies and a novel. Analytical and critical thinking is enhanced by examining the author's use of literary techniques and devices. Students have practical writing experience in the form of essays, reading response, journal writing, and research-based skills. Portfolio compilation is begun and continued throughout.

American Literature/Grammar & Composition ENG301 (1 Unit, Grade 11, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: World Literature/Grammar & Composition
The American experience is examined historically and ethically through a variety of genres and authors. Students will have opportunity to make judgments, draw conclusions, and develop cultural and ethnic sensitivity. There is frequent use of class discussion, oral reporting of outside reading, oral presentations, and analysis of modern American writers of interest. The novel study is chosen according to class needs or the availability of a local live theatre presentation of high quality; often a Shakespeare play. Mass media analysis, writing of a one act play, short story, reading or media writing response, and portfolio development are guided, displayed or performed. Strong emphasis on peer review and integrating foreign exchange students creates a natural man-cultured emphasis to the course. Remedial grammar is added, as indicated by student needs, through text work and on-line exercises. Additional research skills are enhanced.

English Literature/Grammar & Composition ENG401 (1 Unit, Grade 12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: American Literature/Grammar & Composition
English Literature and its historical significance are studied ranging from Beowulf, to Shakespeare, to modern writers of interest. Novel studies may include the works of C.S. Lewis, Charles Dickens and Jane Austin. Types of literature analyzed include poetry, essays, short stories, drama, novels, and film. Research papers are based on English literature topics. College prep skills, experience with word processing and multimedia presentations are developed along with a refining of writing strategies and completion of the student's high school writing portfolio.

World Geography SOC101 (1/2 Unit, Grade 9, 1 semester)
This Semester course requires students to identify continental and national features of physical and cultural geography and to view earth and everything in it as a creation of God. Some attention is given to interdependence of physical and cultural geography. Skills of map reading and location are emphasized, and identification of climatic and environmental issues are also analyzed.

World History SOC201 (1 Unit, Grade 10, 2 semesters)
World History surveys social studies concepts from a Christian world-view perspective and within the context of narrative history by requiring students to analyze historical primary and secondary source documents. A more mature view of historical process is sought by giving students the freedom to research and present areas of personal interest and by requiring students to master a body of knowledge involving, but not limited to, historical agency and human motives. Students are expected to demonstrate writing skills that defend a historical position. The scope of the course includes human history from earliest river valley civilizations to the present.

American History SOC301 (1 Unit, Grade 11, 2 semesters)
This social, political and economic survey approaches national history from a biblical perspective. It is designed to impart a body of knowledge in United States history from European colonization to the present. It requires students to analyze, evaluate and synthesize historical information through document analysis, research and writing. Students are expected to do some outside reading in areas of their choosing and to attack and defend historical viewpoints both in writing and in oral presentation.

American Government SOC401 (1/2 Unit, Grade 12, 1 semester)
United States Government is taught from a perspective that places Judeo-Christian values at the center of the national political community's understanding. It survey's the origins of the nation's political institution and the nature of American Federalism, the role of pressure groups, the media, and ethics. The course attempts to involve students in the application of political training by discussing/debating current political issues and perhaps by involving students in political activism.

Psychology PSY101 (1 Unit, Grade 11-12, 2 semesters)
This course includes coverage of the traditional topical areas of psychology - such as the biological foundations of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, cognition, development, personality, abnormal behavior, and the social psychological foundations of behavior.

Sociology SOC411 (1 Unit, Grade 11-12, 2 semesters)
This course is a study of human relationships taught from a Christian perspective. Students will explore the influences and consequences of social behavior. Topics covered include: culture, socialization, social stratification, gender and society, aging, marriage and family, and social problems.

State History STH101 (1/2 Unit, Grade 9-12, 1 semester)
State History is a self-study online course about a state's birth, history, and growth within the United States. The student has a choice of studying any of the 50 states. This course teaches the unique and various differences of the individual state, giving a focused look at the state chosen in detail. This course will enhance writing skills, applying math skills, and learning about businesses and resources.

US Constitution USC101 (1/2 Unit, Grade 9-12, 1 semester)
This class covers the steps that led to the birth and development of the United States Constitution. Emphasis will be given to the events and people which influenced the writing of the US Constitution, the principles of the constitution and how those principles apply to everyday life. Included is an in-depth look at the Amendments.

Algebra I MAT101 (1 Unit, Grade 8-9, 2 semesters)
Algebra I covers all topics in a first-year algebra course, from proofs, statistics and probability to algebra-based real-world problems. Students study data, patterns, and relations and express their findings through equations and functions. Students begin developing the more complex understanding required for advanced mathematics. This course should be followed by Geometry and students may later wish to consider advanced mathematics courses.

Geometry MAT201 (1 Unit, Grade 9-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Geometry is the study of relationships between points, lines and planes covering both two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes. Substantial skill-building practice is given in a logical development of proofs using number properties, sets, congruencies and similarities.

Algebra II MAT301 (1 Unit, Grade 10-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Algebra II reviews and builds upon the topics covered in Algebra I. It includes the study of functions, quadratic equations, irrational numbers, logarithms, and binomial expansion, as well as a considerable amount of geometry. In fact, students completing Algebra II will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry. Ample time is spent developing geometrical concepts and writing proof outlines. Real-world problems are included along with applications to other subjects such as physics and chemistry.

Advanced Math MAT401 (1 Unit, Grade 11-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Algebra II and teacher recommendation
Advanced Mathematics fully integrates topics from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics and mathematical analysis. Word problems are developed throughout the problem sets and become progressively more elaborate. Regular practice is provided which will enable students to solve challenging problems such as rate problems and problems involving abstract quantities. Conceptually oriented problems help prepare students for college entrance exams such as the ACT and SAT.

Statistics STA401 (1/2 Unit, Grade 11-12, 1 semester)
Prerequisite: Algebra II
This course is designed to cover in depth the study of probability. Units to be discussed include permutations and combinations, the binomial distribution, the Markov process and probability in life.

Trigonometry TRI401 (1/2 Unit, Grade 11-12, 1 semester)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Topics covered in this course include defining, evaluating and graphing trigonometric functions, developing trigonometric identities, solving triangles, and studying applications in engineering, navigation, etc. Calculators are used for computational and graphing purposes.

Calculus MAT501 (1 Unit, Grade 12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Advanced Math
Calculus is designed for prospective mathematics majors and students interested in engineering, computer science, physics, business or the life sciences. Instruction takes full advantage of graphing calculators, using them for visual demonstrations of concepts and confirming calculations.

Physical Science SCI101 (1 Unit, Grade 9, 2 semesters)
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of geology, chemistry, and physics. Areas of study and activities include laboratory skills and problem solving, scientific method, scientific measurement, basic atomic theory, chemical reactions, forces, motion, waves, Earth's matter, rocks and plate tectonics.

Biology I SCI201 (1 Unit, Grade 10, 2 semesters)
This course studies life and the study of God's creation. This course covers topics ranging from cell study to complex interactions. There is a focus on cell biology, genetics, structure and function of the human body, classification and structure and function of plants. A variety of laboratory equipment will be used such as microscopes, dissection equipment, laboratory glassware, and a variety of models.

Chemistry I SCI301 (1 Unit, Grade 11, 2 semesters)
This course is a study of the materials in God's creation and the changes that they undergo when they interact. This course covers atomic structure, the periodic table, molecular structure, nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solids, liquids, and gases. Laboratory work will be used to help illustrate these principles.

Physics SCI401 (1 Unit, Grade 12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Chemistry I
This course provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics while practicing and developing problem-solving skills and doing analysis in the laboratory. The main areas of study include motion, energy, electricity and magnetism, heat and thermal energy, sound, light, and optics.

Biology II SCI402 (1 Unit, Grade 11-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Biology I
This course is designed for students interested in going further into the fields covered in Biology I. This class has an increased focus on organic chemistry, cell biology, genetics and ecology, and some anatomy through dissection of a small mammal.

Chemistry II SCI403 (1 Unit, Grade 12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Chemistry I
This class is for students who enjoyed Chemistry I and may need a solid Chemistry background for their college major or career. Topics to be covered include: stoichiometry, gas laws, thermo chemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, electrochemistry and organic chemistry.

Spanish I SPA101 (1 Unit, Grade 9-12, 2 semesters)
Students will acquire the basic skills needed in speaking, listening, comprehending, reading and writing Spanish. These skills include the basic knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Students will also learn about and appreciate Spanish speaking cultures.

Spanish II SPA201 (1 Unit, Grade 10-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Spanish I
This course is a continuation of the skills acquired in Spanish I. Focus will be given specifically to improving writing skills and the knowledge of more complex grammar and vocabulary.

Spanish III SPA301 (1 Unit, Grade 11-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Spanish II
In this course, students will further develop conversation skills. This course covers advanced grammatical skills, vocabulary skills, and skills needed to develop a proficient ability to read and write in Spanish.

French I FRE101 (1 Unit, Grade 9-12, 2 semesters)
Students will acquire the basic skills needed in speaking, listening, comprehending, reading and writing French. These skills include the basic knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Students will also learn about and appreciate French speaking cultures.

French II FRE201 (1Unit, Grade 10-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: French I
This course is a continuation of the skills acquired in French I. Focus will be primarily on improving writing skills and the knowledge of more complex grammar and vocabulary.

Russian I RUS101 (1Unit, Grade 9-12, 2 semesters)
Students will acquire the basic skills needed in speaking, listening, comprehending, reading and writing Russian. These skills include the basic knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and conversation.

Russian II RUS201 (1Unit, Grade 10-12, 2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Russian I
This course is a continuation of the skills acquired in Russian I. Focus will be primarily on improving writing skills and the knowledge of more complex grammar and vocabulary.

World Religions WOR101 (1Unit, Grade 9-12, 2 semesters)
This course covers the historical background and development, major tenets, founders and leaders, significant holidays, and holy writings of the world's major religions. Students will explore how religion has shaped thought in various societies, world governments and political systems.