English

In this course, the emphases are on components of standard paragraphs, thesis statements, essay writing and evaluation, and interpretations of selected fiction and nonfiction readings that cross curriculum. Exercises in vocabulary and writing mechanics explore figurative and descriptive language. The student develops grade level expository and descriptive essays.

  • Online
  • Full-semester course
  • a-g approved
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester.

This course uses Character Based Literacy based on five “value them units that use a wide variety of recommended readings and support materials to meet the Language Arts Standards”, build literacy skills and positive social thoughts, values, and behaviors. It is designed to produce knowledge, skills and character.

  • Online
  • Full-semester course
  • Non college prep
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester

This course uses Character Based Literacy based on five “value them units that use a wide variety of recommended readings and support materials to meet the Language Arts Standards”, build literacy skills and positive social thoughts, values, and behaviors. It is designed to produce knowledge, skills and character. This course requires weekly on-campus meetings.

  • Hybrid (on-campus meetings with online component)
  • Full-semester course
  • Non college prep
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester.

Social Science

The study of this course covers the major turning points from the late 18th century through present day. It includes the cause, effect, and course of two world wars, the rise of democratic ideas, the historical roots of current world issues, and considers multiple accounts of events of international relationsfrom various perspectives. There is also a geography/map component to this course.

  • Online
  • Full-semester course
  • World History requirement
  • a-g approved
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester

Students study turning points in the modern world from the 18th century through present, including the cause of two world wars, the rise of democratic ideas, the historical roots of current world issues especially in international relations. They will understand current world issues and relate them to historical, geographical, political, economic and culture contexts from a variety of perspectives.

  • Online
  • Full-semester course
  • World History requirement
  • Non college prep
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester

Mathematics

Major areas covered: equations, powers and exponents, inequalities, functions, domain and range of functions, variation, discriminant, factors, quadratics, proportion, formulae, radicals, ratios, rational and irrational numbers, and slope-intercept equations of lines.

  • Online or Hybrid (book& syllabus)
  • Full-semester course
  • Algebra requirement
  • a-g approved
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits

Algebra 1of4: Major areas covered: equations, functions, factors, formulae, ratios, and rational numbers.

Algebra 2of4: Major areas covered: equations, powers/exponents, inequalities, functions, domain and range of functions, variation, factors, formulae, ratios, rational numbers, and slope-intercept equations of lines.

Algebra 3of4 :Major areas covered: equations, powers/exponents, inequalities, functions, domain and range of functions, variation, factors, formulae, ratios, rational numbers, and slope-intercept equations of lines.

Algebra 4of4: Major areas covered: equations, powers/exponents, inequalities, functions, domain and range of functions, probability, variation, discriminant, factors, quadratics, proportion, formulae, radicals, ratios, rational and irrational numbers, and slope-intercept equations of lines.

  • Online or Hybrid (book& syllabus)
  • Full-semester course
  • 1of4 = 5 credits, 2of4 = 5 credits, 3of4 = 5 credits, 4of4 = 5 credits
  • All four classes together meet Algebra requirement
  • a-g approved

Science

In this course students will examine the basic principles and concepts of living things. Areas covered: the structure of cells, cell processes and reproduction, genetics and heredity, evolution, ecology, ecosystems and resources, and how humans impact the world around them.

  • Online with required on-campus labs
  • Full-semester course
  • Life Science requirement
  • a-g approved
  • A = 5 credits, B = 5 credits
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester

This course focus will relate the fundamental life processes of plants/animals to chemical reactions that occur in areas of the cell, principles of genetics, structure of DNA, RNA and their function, the stability of the ecosystem, factors that determine evolution of living organisms and the major systems of the body. No labs.

  • Online
  • Full-semester course
  • Non college prep
  • A= 5 credits, B = 5 credits/Life Science requirement
    Both A & B may be taken in one semester

Physical Education

The primary focus of this course includes aquatics, rhythms and dance, and individual/dual activities. Students learn how to achieve physical fitness, the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle, appropriate social interaction skills, suitable ways to express and control emotions, and and opportunities for problem solving. Weekly participation of a minimum of 5 hours is required.

  • Online
  • Full semester course
  • Non college prep
  • A =5 credits, B = 5 credits/PE requirement

The primary focus of this course includes combatives, gymnastics and tumbling, and team activities. There is continued emphasis on the importance of physical activity, personal fitness, and achieving and maintaining an active lifestyle. Students should plan to participate in moderate to vigorous physical activity at least four days each week for a minimum of 5 hours.

  • Online
  • Full semester course
  • Non college prep
  • A =5 credits, B = 5 credits/PE requirement

Health

This course involves students surveying issues in health, noting good health practices and decision-making skills. Major units are nutrition, medicines and drugs, diseases and disorders, sexual health, community and environmental, health, consumer health, safety and emergency care, including First Aid and CPR.

  • Online
  • 9-week course
  • Quarter
  • Health requirement
  • Non college prep
  • 5 credits

Elective/Fine Arts Courses

Continuation of Intm Video Production course.

  • On-Campus
  • Full semester
  • pre-req: Intm Video Production
    3rd in series of Video classes
  • Elective
  • 5 credits

Students will explore various media and learn basic terms, techniques and styles of expression. The Five Basic Perceptual Skills of Drawing are emphasized. The students will complete numerous projects (at home) using the in-class techniques introduced during the on-campus class meetings.

  • On-campus
  • 9-week
  • Quarter course
  • Fine Arts
  • 5 credits

Students learn basic terms, and explore different media and styles of expression. Students create a variety of projects and research artists from different art periods. A visit to an art museum concludes the course requirements.

  • On-campus
  • 9-week
  • Quarter course
  • Fine Arts
  • a-g approved

5 credits

Students learn basic terms, and explore different media and styles of expression. Students create a variety of projects and research artists from different art periods. A visit to an art museum concludes the course requirements.

  • On-campus
  • 9-week
  • Quarter course
  • Fine Arts
  • a-g approved
  • 5 credits

This course provides an introduction to fundamental techniques and concepts of representational expression of drawing within a variety of media.

  • Online
  • Full semester
  • Fine Arts
  • Gradpoint
  • 5 credits

In this course students will examine the basic principles and concepts of living things. Areas covered: the structure of cells, cell processes and reproduction, genetics and heredity, evolution, ecology, ecosystems and resources, and how humans impact the world around them.

  • Hybrid-online syllabus with on-campus labs
  • Full semester course
  • 10 credits
  • Science requirement
  • a-g approved

Students will be given a variety of introspective-related activities to help them become aware of their career preferences. Data from these activities and assessments will assist students in considering career goals.

  • Online
  • 9-week
  • Quarter course
  • 5 credits
  • Elective

This course provides an in-depth look at the community of people who make up the country. The course also explores the American economy and forms of government and the rights and responsibilities of living in the United States.

  • Online
  • Full semester
  • 5 credits
  • Government requirement
  • Gradpoint

The purpose of this course is to help you to succeed in the college environment. Over the course of the semester, following the syllabus, you will reflect on your experiences and explore tips for getting the most out of your college courses.

  • Online
  • Full semester
  • 5 credits
  • Elective
  • Simultaneously enrolled in college course

This course will offer an introduction to the works of leading writers and provide training and practice in the basics of discussion, composition, grammar, and mechanics. Select titles will be compared, contrasted and evaluated.

  • On-campus
  • 9 week
  • Quarter course
  • 5 credits
  • Elective
  • Senior/Early Grad Class