THE ACADEMY SECONDARY COURSE CATALOG Pursuing Truth, Wisdom, Excellence

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1 THE ACADEMY SECONDARY COURSE CATALOG Pursuing Truth, Wisdom, Excellence Mission Statement: The Academy serves our students to develop college ready, exemplary citizens by promoting excellence in academics, character and relationships.

2 Official Course Handbook Pursuing Truth, Wisdom, Excellence Mission Statement: The Academy serves our students to develop college ready, exemplary citizens by promoting excellence in academics, character and relationships. The Registrar s Office provides a variety of services to students. This includes services related to academic records and transcripts; SIS administration; data requests; and external reporting. Students must complete the requirements from the official Student Course Handbook in effect located in the registrar s office. Students may not use requirements from different course handbooks not on record in the registrar s office. Our course handbook is a general summary of classes, and is provided for the guidance of students. Anyone seeking clarification on any of this information should consult with the registrar. The current course handbook of record must be signed by the CEO or designee. Any Course handbook not signed by the CEO or designee is invalid. CEO or designee: Date:

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS The Academy Pathways to Graduation Creating Pathways to Success... 5 Description... 5 Strategic Plan Goal... 6 Summit Student support services organization chart... 7 The Academy Junior High School... 8 Program Overview... 8 Course Requirements... 8 Junior High Course Requirements... 8 Program Overview... 9 The Academy High School Program Overview AP Courses Concurrent Enrollment/College Credit Information Independent Study, Online classes, and Internships Schedule Change Policy THE ACADEMY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS(Credit reduced) THE ACADEMY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS THE ACADEMY SCHOLAR GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The Academy Graduation Honors College Admission Academic Requirements College Bound Athletes Year High School Plan The Academy Course Listings English Math Social Studies Science World Language Non Departmental Courses Computer Technology Fine and Performing Arts Physical Education The Academy Course Listings... 45

4 English Math Social Studies Science World Language Non Departmental Courses Computer Technology Fine and Performing Arts Physical Education Concurrent enrollment classes at The Academy Refer to page 12 for more information Social Studies Music... Error! Bookmark not defined.

5 DESCRIPTION Vision: THE ACADEMY PATHWAYS TO GRADUATION CREATING PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS All students have learning opportunities to identify their passions and create an education plan that directly impacts their future goals. Mission: Create a learning environment that encourages students and families to explore options, create long term goals, and implement a high value plan that leads to their post-graduation success. The plan is to: Inspire students: Differentiate The Academy by organizing around the student. Establish a program to enable students to follow their passions by integrating careers, colleges, and intentional post high school planning into the student s education. Tailor plans: Customize individual student plans to maximize the value of all course work and college preparation. Integrate College classes: Increase the opportunities for college-level learning through concurrent enrollment and AP courses. Incorporate Blended Learning: Expand our offerings beyond the four walls of The Academy. Develop Strategic Partnerships: Create partnerships with local colleges and businesses to support the mission. List of Various Pathways Traditional with AP - The Traditional HS with optional AP path is a rigorous education focused on preparing students for a range of post-secondary options with a focus on admission to 4 year universities. AP courses will be offered to provide opportunities for college credit.* This path maximizes the post-secondary educational opportunities and is ideal for students focused on Top Universities and Colleges, both in and out of state, or for students that are undecided on post-secondary plans. Students will be encouraged to use their enrichment credits to create a well-rounded college applicant with3-4 years in Core subject content. College Jumpstart - The College Jumpstart Program is a graduation path that emphasizes college credit through concurrent enrollment and community college partnerships. This program allows eligible students to take two courses every semester from 11th to 12th grade (10th with High School Principal approval) that count for both high school and college credit. Students may choose to take additional college coursework independently, which can allow them to earn an Associates Degree through their community college by graduation. Benefits include: Reduced cost/time of 4 year degree, Guaranteed Transfer credit to in-state 4 year schools, guaranteed acceptance to CU College of Arts & Science*, concurrent HS and college credit.

6 Independent Study - The Independent Study Program allows students to pursue their passion by proposing, justifying, coordinating, and organizing a course of self-study. This program is initiated by the student creating a Project Initiator to outline the benefits of the proposed course work. Independent study courses are one semester in length and will be moderated by a mentor. Proposals are evaluated on a case by case basis, and must be approved by a High School Counselor and the High School Principal. Benefits include: Enrichment in areas outside the existing offerings, investigation of trades or professions, acceleration in advanced or specific academic disciplines. Students must be in 11 th or 12 th grade (9 th or 10 th with Principal approval) prior to starting the Independent Study class. Students must complete the application process and have their proposal approved by a High School Counselor and the High School Principal. Students must meet all deadlines as outlined for inclusion in their selected term. Students must have demonstrated the ability to learn and work independently. Internships - The Internship & Jobs Program allows students to gain real world experience and apply their academic learning in a real world scenario. The intent of the program is to allow students to investigate careers and learn practical skills that will assist in the transition from the classroom to the workforce. Internships and Jobs credit are a semester or year in length and will be moderated by a teacher/mentor. Proposals are evaluated on a case by case basis, and must be approved by a High School Counselor and the High School Principal. Academic deliverables will be required outside of the time on the job. Benefits include: Real world experience, career investigation, benefit to college application, team work On-line - The Online path allows students opportunities for credit recovery or academic acceleration. The online option is available for limited classes and is used to create blended learning opportunities. A full four year online experience is not available at The Academy. The Online path can be combined with other pathways as appropriate. Benefits include: Blended learning, online class experience, access to content not available onsite. STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL The Academy Strategic Plan states: % of students beginning in 7th grade and through 12th grade will have a pathway to achieve postgraduation goals through family/student counseling check-ins. The Academy Board strongly believes success of our students is our number one priority. This goal establishes the way The Academy prepares our student for success after High School and sets up a method for tracking our success. A Pathway to post graduation plans will be developed and updated annually. Families will meet with counselors until a pathway for each student has been created. The plan will be agreed upon by the school/parent/student and will be revisited every year.

7 SUMMIT STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ORGANIZATION CHART The Summit - Student Services Focus Areas Preparing Students for College and Beyond 7 Habits College and Career Planning GPA Focus Pathways Library Academy Curriculum PreK-12 Self-Advocacy Skills Data Notebooks Leadership/ Communication Skills Character Traits Academy Curriculum 6-12 (Naviance Focus) College Visits (Internal/External) SAT Prep College Acceptance Program (Essay/Scholarships) Community Service Teacher Coordination Student Coordination Parent Coordination Assessment Calendar After School Summit Growth Mindset Metacognitive Skills Online Course Work Credit Acceleration and Recovery Student Aid Program Teacher Cadet Independent Study Internship Work Study Academy Curriculum 3-12 Elementary Library 3-6 Secondary Library 7-12 Guest Reader Program Reading Buddies

8 PROGRAM OVERVIEW THE ACADEMY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL The Academy Junior High School serves students in 7th and 8th grade. Particular focus in the 7th grade is given toward successfully transitioning students from an elementary to a secondary environment while providing exposure to a number of different areas (Transition Skills, Computer Coding, Theater, and Graphic Design). The 8th grade courses provide further opportunities for students to explore their passions and interests while also preparing them for success in High School and beyond. COURSE REQUIREMENTS JUNIOR HIGH COURSE REQUIREMENTS Required Courses MATH - Each student is placed in his/her math class (Pre-Algebra or beyond) based upon the end of year assessment and teacher recommendation from the prior year and teacher recommendation SOCIAL STUDIES 7 OR 8 SCIENCE 7 OR 8 ENGLISH 7 OR 8 PHYSICAL EDUCATION* (1 semester) Maybe waived if student is in a sport. Summit Elective Courses Seventh grade students choose a total of 1.5 (or 2.0 if waiving PE) credits worth of elective courses. Below is a list of possible choices. Typically, each course is only taken once except for courses like Band, language courses, and support classes. Year-long Electives (1 Credit Each) JR. HIGH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA JR. HIGH SINFONIA ORCHESTRA JR. HIGH CHOIR JR. HIGH SYMPHONIC BAND JR. HIGH WIND ENSEMBLE JR. HIGH JAZZ ENSEMBLE JR. HIGH GUITAR SPANISH FRENCH JR. HIGH JOURNALISM JR. HIGH LEADERSHIP Semester Electives (0.5 Credit Each) JR. HIGH ART JR. HIGH HEALTH ADVANCED P.E. ADVANCED SCIENCE (Forensics) TEACHER CADET JR. HIGH GAMES AND PROGRAMMING JR. HIGH THEATRE JR. HIGH P.E. JR. HIGH FILM PRODUCTION

9 PROGRAM OVERVIEW As part of the Pathways to Graduation, your counselor will work with you and your family to help you develop the best plan possible. You will meet with your counselor during the year to review your academic plan and tailor it to meet your future goals. Your plan will be an agreement between you, your family, your counselor, and the school and will be used to provide as many opportunities as possible for your time at The Academy. SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY Schedule change requests must be submitted by 3:00 pm on the first Friday of a semester. Any changes that are approved past the aforementioned deadline may be denoted by a W (withdrawal) on the transcript. Grades and attendance that have already been input in the original course will be transferred to the new course when the change is made. Please note that schedule changes are approved for the following reasons only: Course out of sequence (e.g. A student is enrolled in Graphic Design 2 before having taken Graphic Design 1) Less than a minimum grade in prerequisite course Not having enough classes/hole in schedule The following reasons are not acceptable for schedule changes: Teacher preference Time of day consideration (unless it is a conflict with Front Range courses) Student changed his or her mind A student has friends in another section Schedules are built based on student requests and changes impact class size and availability across the entire master schedule. Please see the Drop, Add, or Transfer form that is attached. Students may pick this form up at The Counseling Office during the first week of a semester.

10 The Academy of Charter Schools Class DROP, ADD or TRANSFER Form STUDENT NAME ID GRADE_ Student withdrawing from/dropping a Class: Schedule change requests must be submitted by 3:00 pm on the first Friday of a semester. Any changes that are approved past the aforementioned deadline may be denoted by a "W" (withdrawal) on the transcript. Student transferring to/adding a different Class Grades and attendance will be transferred to the new class when the change is made. Schedule changes are considered ONLY if there is a technical error on your schedule Course out of sequence Less than minimum grade in prerequisite class Not having enough classes/hole in schedule We will not accept requests for schedule changes for the following reasons: Because of teacher preference Time of day consideration You changed your mind Or, you want to have class with your friends The schedule was based on your requests and changes impact class size and availability across the entire master schedule Clearly state reason(s) for withdrawal from the class: Class and Period Teacher Signature supporting Dropped Class Book Returned Teacher Signature supporting Added Class Student Signature Date Counselor Comments_ Counselor Signature Date Office Use Only: Received By W recorded on Transcript: By Transfer done By Updated 12/2014

11 PROGRAM OVERVIEW THE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL As part of the Pathways to Graduation, your counselor will work with you and your family to help you develop the best plan possible. You will meet with your counselor during the year to review your academic plan and tailor to meet your future goals. Your plan will be an agreement between you, your family, your counselor and the school and will be used to provide as many opportunities as possible for your time at The Academy. In selecting your courses for next year, think about creating a course of study that will best prepare you for life after high school. Merely meeting graduation requirements is not the goal. Your goal is to select courses that will provide you with the best high school preparation for whatever you choose to do after high school. The best plan includes four full years of English, Math, Social Studies, and Science. To be prepared for college level course work, The Academy minimum graduation requirements meet the expectations of colleges and universities by adhering to the HEAR (Higher Education Admissions Requirements) outlined later in this section. Prior to meeting with your counselor you should Review the graduation requirements. Assess your strengths and weaknesses Research colleges and careers that interest you Review the college entrance requirements to include the specific major that peaks your interest. Review the course offerings. Read the course descriptions. If you are an athlete, spirit squad/dance, in band, choir, or Student Government, you should know and understand the eligibility requirements. AP COURSES AP courses are designed to challenge students to dig deeper into the subject and provide a more immersive experience. Classes have a College Board approved curriculum and are taught at The Academy by qualified instructors. Students that successfully complete an AP class will be eligible to take the corresponding AP test to obtain college credit (3rd party fees apply). Credit is not guaranteed and is awarded by the student s selected college. Check with your desired college or university to determine their credit, tuition, and fee policies in regard to AP credit.

12 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT/COLLEGE CREDIT INFORMATION Concurrent enrollment classes provide students with an opportunity to earn college credit while still in High School. The Academy, in partnership with Front Range Community College (FRCC), offers several courses that will meet HS graduation requirements and provide college credit at the same time. Some courses are taught at the Academy by teachers certified as adjunct faculty from FRCC. Other courses are offered at FRCC and students have the opportunity to attend them on campus at FRCC. Concurrent enrollment at Front Range Community College is available to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. To qualify for this opportunity, a student must first complete pre-requisites which may include: Accuplacer Test or SAT scores College entrance requirements Prerequisite course completion Below are the facts you should know: Students and parents/guardians are required to complete and agree to the conditions stated on the Concurrent Enrollment College Agreement Form (see your counselor for details). Concurrent Enrollment students earn both high school and college credit for the same course. High school credit will be awarded at.25 credits per 1 college credit hour. Tuition is paid by The Academy; students are responsible for all FRCC fees, books and supplies. Students must reimburse tuition if the student does not receive a C or better grade. Students should check with their transferring institution regarding the transferability of course. INDEPENDENT STUDY, ONLINE CLASSES, AND INTERNSHIPS As part of the Pathways program students have opportunities to explore areas not currently offered as a part of The Academy standard courses. Independent Study, Online classes, and Internships can be approved for elective credit by the HS principal. These courses are approved on a case by case basis. Capacity may be limited so work with your counselor to plan in advance. Students should prepare a proposal that includes the following elements for consideration and approval: Type and name of course or internship Academic value of the course How it aligns to your post-graduation goals 12 Updated 3/17/2017

13 SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY Schedule changes for next year must occur within the first 10 days of the first semester, and the first 5 days of the second semester; and will be made for the following reasons: A failed course that needs to be re-taken A course has a pre-requisite not yet met by the student A course is double scheduled The student has earned previous credit in a course A course is required for graduation Grade level misplacement Courses will be added to complete a student s schedule Extenuating circumstances as approved by the HS Principal Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 7 courses, including core subjects (English, Social Studies, Science, and Math), as appropriate, and evenly divided per semester. Classes will only be added if there is room in the class and it fits into the open period. Schedules will not be changed to create the open period. 13 Updated 3/17/2017

14 THE ACADEMY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Over the next four years, required credits for graduation will be reduced from 28 to 24. This allows students to have more class options and greater flexibility to pursue other interests, such as Front Range courses, internships, and jobs. Class of 2017 Class of 2018 Class of 2019 Class of 2020 Class of 2021 and beyond Total 28 Credits Minimum to Graduate Total 27 Credits Minimum to Graduate Total 26 Credits Minimum to Graduate Total 25 Credits Minimum to Graduate Total 24 Credits Minimum to Graduate No Change Decrease by 1 credit Decrease by 2 credits Decrease by 3 credits Decrease by 4 credits Academy Scholar Academy Scholar Academy Scholar Academy Scholar Academy Scholar ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits MATH MATH MATH MATH MATH 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits (2 Lab Based) 4 credits (2 Lab Based) SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits *3 credits (refer to note below) *4 Recommended: to include U.S History, Civics & Economics, and Geography) 4 Social Studies courses are what Colleges & Universities require. If a student chose to take only 3 credits, it will include the 3 courses listed. WORLD LANGUAGE (Same language) WORLD LANGUAGE (Same language) WORLD LANGUAGE (Same language) WORLD LANGUAGE (Same language) 4 credits WORLD LANGUAGE (Same language) 2 credits 3 credits 2 credits 3 credits 2 credits 3 credits 2 credits 3 credits 2 credits 3 credits FINE & PERFORMING ARTS FINE & PERFORMING ARTS FINE & PERFORMING ARTS FINE & PERFORMING ARTS FINE & PERFORMING ARTS 1 credit 2 credits None required None required None required None required COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 1 credit 1 credit None required None required None required None required PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 credits 2 credits 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit ACADEMIC ELECTIVES ACADEMIC ELECTIVES ACADEMIC ELECTIVES ACADEMIC ELECTIVES ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits GENERAL ELECTIVES GENERAL ELECTIVES GENERAL ELECTIVES GENERAL ELECTIVES GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 credits 2 credits 7 credits 5 credits 6 credits 4 credits 5 credits 3 credits 5 credits 2 credits 14 Updated 3/17/2017

15 ENGLISH 4 credits MATH 4 credits THE ACADEMY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Total 24 Credits Minimum to Graduate 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th English 9 English 9 Honors English Options Linguistically Diverse Algebra I Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra II Honors World Literature World Literature Honors English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Fantasy Literature Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra II Honors Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic *More advanced students may take math courses at a higher level as deemed appropriate. Pre-Algebra does not count as a math credit at the high school level. It does count for an elective credit. SCIENCE 3 credits (2 Lab Based) SOCIAL STUDIES 3 credits WORLD LANGUAGE 2 credits (same language) PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 credit ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 credits Biology Biology Honors World Geography World Geography Honors French I French II Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Biology World History World History Honors AP World History CE World History French I French II French III AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Health & Fitness.5 credits can be earned per school interscholastic sport American Literature AP Language/Composition English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Fantasy Literature Algebra II Algebra II Honors Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Biology AP Chemistry Physics AP Physics Human Anatomy Environmental Science AP US History AP World History CE World History AP Government and Politics French I French II French III French IV AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Senior English AP Literature/Composition English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic AP Chemistry AP Biology Physics AP Physics Human Anatomy Environmental Science Civics and Economics AP Government and Politics AP World History CE World History French I French II French III French IV French V AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Acceptable Academic Electives include additional courses in English, mathematics natural/physical sciences and social sciences, foreign language, art, music, journalism, drama, computer science, honors, Advanced Placement, and appropriate CTE courses. GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 credits Leadership, Student Aide, Internships, Independent Study, and any other electives. 15 Updated 3/17/2017

16 ENGLISH 4 credits MATH 4 credits THE ACADEMY SCHOLAR GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Total 24+ Credits Minimum to Graduate 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th English 9 English 9 Honors English Options Linguistically Diverse Algebra I Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra II Honors World Literature World Literature Honors English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Fantasy Literature Algebra I Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra II Honors Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic *More advanced students may take math courses at a higher level as deemed appropriate Pre-Algebra does not count as a math credit at the high school level. It does count for an elective credit. SCIENCE 4 credits 2 Lab Based SOCIAL STUDIES 4 credits WORLD LANGUAGE 3 credits (same language) PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 credits ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 credits Biology Biology Honors World Geography World Geography Honors French I French II Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Biology World History World History Honors AP World History CE World History French I French II French III AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Health & Fitness.5 credits can be earned per school interscholastic sport American Literature AP Language/Composition English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Fantasy Literature Algebra II Algebra II Honors Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Biology AP Chemistry Physics AP Physics Human Anatomy Environmental Science US History US History Honors AP US History AP World History CE World History AP Government and Politics French I French II French III French IV AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Senior English AP Literature/Composition English Options Linguistically Diverse Creative Writing Trig/Pre-Calculus Trig/Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Probability & Statistic AP Probability & Statistic Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Chemistry AP Biology Physics AP Physics Human Anatomy Environmental Science Civics and Economics AP Government and Politics AP World History CE World History French I French II French III French IV French V AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Acceptable Academic Electives include additional courses in English, mathematics, natural/physical sciences and social sciences, foreign languages, art, music, journalism, drama, computer science, honors, Advanced Placement, and appropriate CTE courses. GENERAL ELECTIVES 2 credits Leadership, Student Aide, Internships, Independent Study, and any other electives. 16 Updated 3/17/2017

17 THE ACADEMY GRADUATION HONORS GRADUATION PATHWAYS PROGRAM GRADUATION DISTINCTIONS Graduation Levels Requirements: Academy Graduate 24 Total Credits Academy Scholar Cumulative GPA Honors Academy Diploma Academy Scholar Diploma Regalia Traditional Gold Stole Cum Laude ( ) Honor on Diploma White/Blue double cord Honor on Diploma White/Blue/Green triple cord Magna Cum Laude ( Honor on Diploma Silver/Blue double cord Honor on Diploma White/Blue/Green triple cord Summa Cum Laude (4.0+) Honor on Diploma Gold/Blue double cord Honor on Diploma Gold/Blue/Green triple cord

18 COLLEGE ADMISSION ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS In October 2003, the Colorado Commission of Higher Education (CCHE) adopted the Higher Education Admission Requirements which are entry requirements for students planning to attend any of Colorado s public four-year colleges or universities. Private colleges and universities set their own admission standards, so students should contact those institutions directly for information regarding their enrollment policies. Additionally, public two-year colleges have open enrollment policies, meaning that students applying to these schools do not need to meet the following admissions requirements. Students planning to attend a four-year college or university in Colorado will need to complete the following classes in order to fulfill the Higher Education Admission Requirements. In addition to the Higher Education Admission Requirements, students must also meet the Admission Eligibility Index. Meeting the Higher Education Admissions Requirements (HEAR) does not guarantee admission to a four-year public institution. Colleges and universities may have additional requirements. Colorado Commission of Higher Education Requirements English 4 Math (Algebra 1 level or higher) 4 Science (two must be lab) 3 Social Studies (at least one US or World History) 3 World Language (must be the same language) 1 General Electives 2 Total 17 * Acceptable Academic Electives include additional courses in English, mathematics, natural/physical sciences and social sciences, foreign/world languages, art, music, journalism, computer science, and Advanced Placement or community college courses. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEETING THEIR COLLEGE S OR UNIVERSITIE S OF CHOICE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS. STUDENTS SHOULD REVIEW THOSE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE THEY MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS. CONTACT YOUR COUNSELOR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. 18 Updated 3/17/2017

19 COLLEGE BOUND ATHLETES If you are planning to enroll in college as a freshman and you wish to participate in Division I or II athletics, you must be certified by the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse eligibility ensures consistent application of NCAA initial-eligibility requirements for all prospective student athletes at all member institutions. Athletes need to start the certification early - by the end of the junior year or start of the senior year. This can be done at the NCAA website, the cost is $65. To be certified By the Clearinghouse, You must: Achieve the minimum core requirements for Division I and Division II schools. Core requirements are listed below. Core course requirements (2.3 GPA), Division I, and II-Units are years of study Division I Division II English 4 3 Math (Algebra I or higher) 3 2 Natural/Physical Science ( 1 yr. of a lab science) 2 2 Additional English, math, or natural/physical science 1 3 Social Studies 2 2 Additional academic courses (from English, math, science, social 4 4 studies, non-doctrinal religion, foreign language, philosophy Total ** Have ACT scores sent directly to the NCAA by visiting and using code #9999 for the NCAA. The Academy s graduation requirements meet and exceed NCAA requirements. However, it is the student athlete responsibility to achieve the required GPA and standardized test scores. 19 Updated 3/17/2017

20 4-YEAR HIGH SCHOOL PLAN A minimum of 24 Credits required to graduate SENIOR JUNIOR SOPHOMORE FRESHMAN COURSE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Academy Scholar ENGLISH 4 / 4 MATH 4 / 4 SOCIAL STUDIES 3 / 4 SCIENCE 3 / 4 WORLD LANGUAGE 2 / 3 PE 1 / 1 ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 / 2 GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 / 2 A minimum of 6 credit are required at the end of 9 th grade COURSE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Academy Scholar ENGLISH 4 / 4 MATH 4 / 4 SOCIAL STUDIES 3 / 4 SCIENCE 3 / 4 WORLD LANGUAGE 2 / 3 PE 1 / 1 ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 / 2 GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 / 2 A minimum of 12 credit are required at the end of 10 th grade COURSE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Academy Scholar ENGLISH 4 / 4 MATH 4 / 4 SOCIAL STUDIES 4 / 4 SCIENCE 3 / 4 WORLD LANGUAGE 2 / 3 PE 1 / 2 ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 / 1 GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 / 2 A minimum of 18 credit are required at the end of 11 th grade COURSE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Academy Scholar ENGLISH 4 / 4 MATH 4 / 4 SOCIAL STUDIES 4 / 4 SCIENCE 3 / 4 WORLD LANGUAGE 2 / 3 PE 1 / 2 ACADEMIC ELECTIVES 2 / 1 GENERAL ELECTIVES 5 / 2 A minimum of 24 credit are required at the end of 12 th grade 9 th Grade COURSE PLAN CREDITS EARNED TOTAL 10 th Grade COURSE PLAN CREDITS EARNED TOTAL 11 th Grade COURSE PLAN CREDITS EARNED TOTAL 12 th Grade COURSE PLAN CREDITS EARNED TOTAL 20 Updated 3/17/2017

21 THE ACADEMY 6TH GRADE & JUNIOR HIGH COURSE LISTINGS Updated 3/17/2017

22 THE ACADEMY COURSE LISTINGS ENGLISH ENGLISH 7 ENG701A/ENG701B Year Course REQUIRED Grade: 7 This course focuses intensively on writing, speaking, listening, and reading while using our pillars of Character Education. Students will focus on the structure of various types of essays including persuasive, research, narrative, and literary analysis using the Write from the Beginning and Beyond writing program. Students will also be required to complete projects, speeches, and performances as we move through units on novels, short stories, poetry, and grammar. These activities will expand student knowledge of literary elements, vocabulary, authors, and literature while preparing them for the demands of higher education. Focusing on rigor and student accountability, we will continuously strive to become more critical readers, thinkers, and decision makers through our choice reading selections. ENGLISH 7 HONORS ENG702A/ENG702B Year Course- REQUIRED Grade: 7 Teacher Recommendation: Yes This course is designed to provide enriched practice in the fundamentals of Language Arts through a rigorous schedule of reading and writing assignments and the study of grammar as it relates to composition skills. Class research papers and projects are also components of the course. A teacher must recommend students for this course on the basis of their academic, emotional, and social maturity. ENGLISH 8 ENG801A/ENG801B Year Course REQUIRED Grade: 8 Prerequisite: ENGLISH 7 English 8, the on-grade level reading/writing course, is based on The Colorado Academic Standards. Texts used include Realms of Gold, numerous hand selected short stories, as well as school-approved novels of many genres. The students also partake in the Write from the Beginning and Beyond writing program. Students continue learning expository and creative writing with particular emphasis on varying sentence structure and bettering conventions. There is also a large focus on research paper writing per the state standards. English 8 is designed to thoroughly prepare students for high school literature and writing courses. Students are expected to be exemplary citizens and model students of our school. Responsibility and personal student work ethic are essential in being successful in this course. 22 Updated 3/17/2017

23 ENGLISH 8 HONORS ENG802A/ENG802B Year Course REQUIRED Grade: 8 Prerequisite: ENGLISH 7 Teacher Recommendation: Yes English 8, the on-grade level reading/writing course, is based on The Colorado Academic Standards. Texts used include Realms of Gold, numerous hand selected short stories, as well as school-approved novels of many genres. The students also partake in the Write from the Beginning and Beyond writing program. Students continue learning expository and creative writing with particular emphasis on varying sentence structure and bettering conventions. There is also a large focus on research paper writing per the state standards. English 8 is designed to thoroughly prepare students for high school literature and writing courses. Students are expected to be exemplary citizens and model students of our school. Responsibility and personal student work ethic are essential in being successful in this course. JR HIGH JOURNALISM (Newspaper/Yearbook) ELE811A/ELE811B Year Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None In this elective course, students create and publish the junior high school newspaper, as well as the junior high school yearbook. Students must be self-motivated, willing to follow directions, and committed to creating a first-class publication. All staff members are responsible for all aspects of publication: journalism ethics, interviewing, writing, editing, photography, computer publishing, graphic design, advertising, sales, printing, and distribution. Meeting deadlines is a must. Although strong writing and computer skills are ideal, we need a wide range of abilities on staff. The best skills are a sense of fun, good work ethic, creativity, and commitment to making them great! JR HIGH LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE ENG703A/ENG703B Year Course Grade: 7-8 Linguistically Diverse provides English Language Acquisition skills to students who qualify. This class provides them their English credit for the year and focuses on differentiated reading and writing opportunities based on their level of language proficiency. This class hones students' academic language skills to help them master the content in their other core classes. The Linguistically Diverse classroom focuses on teaching students through the modes of Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. 23 Updated 3/17/2017

24 MATH PRE-ALGEBRA MAT701A/MAT701B Year Course Grades: 7 Prerequisite: MATH 6 The concepts in this class serve as a preparation for Algebra. Pre-Algebra presents upper-level concepts but does so in a lower-level manner. The students will be reviewing basic math concepts throughout the year. Some of the concepts covered in this course will be proportions, rates, exponents, square roots, and percent. ALGEBRA I MAT702A/MAT702B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra or Math 7 NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better, if a D was earned it is highly recommended the student retake the course The Algebra class is an in depth study of algebraic concepts which include solving and graphing different types of equations and inequalities; manipulating and transforming equations and expressions; and utilizing the concepts learned to apply them to real world problems. Students will also begin the study of quadratic, exponential, and polynomial functions. This course is required for graduation. GEOMETRY MAT801A/MAT801B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: Algebra I NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better, if a D was earned it is highly recommended the student retake the course This course is a comprehensive study of plane Geometry. Students must have a solid foundation in Algebra I, as this class has Algebra skills interwoven throughout the course. Topics covered include: tools of Geometry, reasoning and proof, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, right triangles and trigonometry, quadrilaterals, area surface, volume, similarity, transformations and circles. This is a college preparatory mathematics course and is required for admission for most 4-year colleges and universities. 24 Updated 3/17/2017

25 SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES 7 SOC701A/SOC701B Year Course- REQUIRED Grade: 7 History 7 covers a variety of ancient cultures in the context of state standards. We study ancient cultures such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome, and transitioning to more recent societies like Medieval Europe. In each culture we discuss elements of government, culture, religion, geography, and economics. Students will discuss how historians learn and interpret primary sources/artifacts to better understand ancient cultures and to create a historical argument. Class is instructor based with some group work, projects, and a focus on independent study outside of the classroom. This course covers historical topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. SOCIAL STUDIES 7 HONORS SOC702A/SOC702B Year Course Grade: 7 Teacher Recommendation: Yes History 7 covers a variety of ancient cultures in the context of state standards. We study ancient cultures such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome, and transitioning to more recent societies like Medieval Europe. In each culture we discuss elements of government, culture, religion, geography, and economics. Students will discuss how historians learn and interpret primary sources/artifacts to better understand ancient cultures and to create a historical argument. Class is instructor based with some group work, projects, and a focus on independent study outside of the classroom. This course covers historical topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. SOCIAL STUDIES 8 SOC801A/SOC801B Year Course Grade: 8 Prerequisite: HISTORY 7 Through the lens of history 8th graders will learn and apply skills in the areas of Geography, Economics, and Civics, among others. Students will continue to build on skills practiced in 7th grade Social Studies, such as creating a historical argument, researching, map reading, and primary source analysis. Class is instructor based with some group work, projects, and a focus on independent study outside of the classroom. This course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. SOCIAL STUDIES 8 HONORS SOC802A/SOC802B Year Course Grade: 8 Prerequisite: HISTORY 7 Teacher Recommendation: Yes 25 Updated 3/17/2017

26 Through the lens of history 8th graders will learn and apply skills in the areas of Geography, Economics, and Civics, among others. Students will continue to build on skills practiced in 7th grade Social Studies, such as creating a historical argument, researching, map reading, and primary source analysis. Class is instructor based with some group work, projects, and a focus on independent study outside of the classroom. This course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. 26 Updated 3/17/2017

27 SCIENCE SCIENCE 7 SCI701A/SCI701B Year Course Grade: 7 Course Fee: $15.00 Science 7 includes the standards based curriculum including the cell and its functions, photosynthesis and respiration, human body systems and functions, heredity, modern genetics, the theory of evolution, populations and communities, ecosystems and biomes, and ecology. The scientific method, laboratory techniques and safety are also covered. This course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. SCIENCE 7 HONORS SCI702A/SCI702B Year Course Grade: 7 Course Fee: $15.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Science 7 includes the standards based curriculum including the cell and its functions, photosynthesis and respiration, human body systems and functions, heredity, modern genetics, the theory of evolution, populations and communities, ecosystems and biomes, and ecology. The scientific method, laboratory techniques and safety are also covered. This course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. SCIENCE 8 SCI801A/SCI801B Year Course Grade: 8 Prerequisite: SCIENCE 7 Course Fee: $15.00 Science 8 includes all of the Colorado Academic Standards. Topics include measurement, chemistry, astronomy, physics, weather, and a review of the biology concepts taught in 7th grade. Each unit includes a model building project that the students design themselves. The scientific method is used as a tool throughout the year. Towards the end of the year, the students design a self-sustaining town or city that requires no waste disposal and gives off zero pollutants. This course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. The expectation is that student s show responsibility and strong work ethic at all times. SCIENCE 8 HONORS SCI802A/SCI802B Year Course Grade: 8 Prerequisite: SCIENCE 7 Course Fee: $15.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Science 8 includes all of the Colorado Academic Standards. Topics include measurement, chemistry, astronomy, physics, weather, and a review of the biology concepts taught in 7th grade. Each unit includes a model building project that the students design themselves. The scientific method is used as a tool throughout the year. Towards the end of the year, the students design a self-sustaining town or city that requires no waste disposal and gives off zero pollutants. This 27 Updated 3/17/2017

28 course covers topics at a faster pace and a more challenging level. The expectation is that student s show responsibility and strong work ethic at all times. ADVANCED SCIENCE/FORENSICS SCI803 Semester Course Grade 7-8 Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation: Yes In the Advanced Science-Forensics class, junior high students will have the opportunity to use science skills they have learned to practice solving crimes like the real CSI. They will see how the science disciplines of physics, chemistry, anatomy, cell biology, environmental science and computer science are used together to solve crimes during this semester long class. Topics covered will include crime scene and eyewitness basics, physical evidence including fingerprints, impressions, hair and fibers and chromatography, and blood basics examining blood types and blood spatters from a mock crime scene. 28 Updated 3/17/2017

29 WORLD LANGUAGE EXPLORATORY SPANISH 6EXSPAN Year Elective Grades: 6 This is an exploratory beginning Spanish class for students considering pursuing Spanish in Junior High. Students will receive introductory instruction in many of the topics covered in Spanish 1A, including high frequency words in the present tense grammar and basic vocabulary. Completion of this course will allow students to transition into 1A with a base knowledge. INTRO TO SPANISH 1, PART 1 WLA711A/WLA711B Year Elective Grades: 7-8 This is the beginning level Spanish class. Students will learn high frequency words in present tense grammar. By the end of the year, students will be able to speak, read, write and listen at a Novice-Mid level. INTRO TO SPANISH 1, PART 2 WLA712A/WLA712B Year Elective Grade: 8 Prerequisite: Intro to Spanish 1, part 1 Intro to Spanish 1, Part 2 is the second half of Intro to Spanish I Part 1. Students will continue to develop higher levels of reading and writing skills as they build vocabulary and fluency. Upon completing Intro to Spanish 1 Part 2, students will be prepared for high school Spanish 2. FRENCH I WLA713A/WLA713B Year Course* Grades: 7-8 Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendations: No French I students are introduced to the French language and French speaking cultures from around the world. Students will learn to read, write, understand and speak French at a beginning level in the present and past tense. Students will learn through fun and engaging methods such as Total Physical Response, Teaching Proficiency through storytelling, skits and basic grammar activities. * French I nearly always is taken for two years when starting in 7 th grade, similar to how Intro to Spanish Part 1 & 2 are structured. French I incorporates different vocabulary and stories each year. Students, who test at the novice-mid or above, at the end of the 2 nd year, will be placed in French II the following year. 29 Updated 3/17/2017

30 NON DEPARTMENTAL COURSES JR HIGH LEADERSHIP ELE724A/ELE724B Year Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None The Junior High Leadership / Student Council class is a course designed to develop skills related to leadership. Unlike other electives this class is a yearlong commitment and involves some after school commitments. Students have the opportunity to plan for and implement various activities and events from harvest fest, to our annual courage retreat for 7th grade. In class students study skills like communication, decision making, being a leader, delegation, and learning about some of the challenges many kids face while in Jr. High. Our goal is to become more effective leaders and learn how we can make the biggest impacts on our community. JR HIGH TEACHER CADET ELE720 Semester Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None This course was designed with students in mind who might want to have careers in teaching. Students go to the Elementary classrooms and help to teach one-on-one and in small groups. They will work on math or literacy with 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade students. JR HIGH RESOURCE ELE723A/ELE723B Year Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None Class is worth zero credit This is an assigned classroom for students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to receive direct instruction from a learning specialist to meet their IEP goals as per their service minutes. The small group setting is for one-on-one help and time to organize materials to ensure success in secondary grades. JR HIGH TUTOR ELE717 Semester Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None Class is worth zero credit In this class, students will tutor peers as well as students as young as 3 rd grade. The role of tutor is a leadership position where the tutors are able to help students at The Academy gain academic success. 30 Updated 3/17/2017

31 Summit Junior High This course will provide students with the necessary skills in order to ensure success in all academic courses. This course emphasizes the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, College and Career planning, 3.0 or above GPA focus, and executive skills necessary to succeed in junior high and beyond. The Summit will be staffed with grade level teachers in core subject areas, counselors, and grade level principals. Students will create an individualized academic pathway based on interests, leadership skills, and mastery levels.. Students will: Create an academic pathway plan (Academic Advisor) and execute plan Pathway options include but not limited to GPA focus(study hall), academic support (math, reading, writing), student aide, tutor, teacher cadet, personal finance, independent study, yoga/mindfulness, outdoor/agriculture Develop leadership, communication and self-advocacy skills Maintain an organized data notebook by focusing on 3.0 or above GPA Practice goal-setting skills to achieve academic and individual goals Research career and college programs throughout the United States (Family Connection) Explore critical and creative thinking strategies Character Focus - 7th Grade Courage & 8th Grade Kindness SUMMIT 6SUMMIT Year Course Grade: 6 Prerequisites: None Class is worth zero credit This course will provide students with the necessary skills in order to ensure success in all academic courses. This course emphasizes the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, College and Career planning, 3.0 or above GPA focus, and executive skills necessary to succeed in junior high and beyond. The Summit will be staffed with grade level teachers in core subject areas, counselors, and grade level principals. Students will create an individualized academic pathway based on interests, leadership skills, and mastery levels. Students will: Create an academic pathway plan (Academic Advisor) and execute plan o Pathway options include but not limited to GPA focus (study hall), academic support (math, reading, writing), student aide, tutor, teacher cadet, personal finance, independent study, yoga/mindfulness, outdoor/agriculture Develop leadership, communication and self-advocacy skills Maintain an organized data notebook by focusing on 3.0 or above GPA Practice goal-setting skills to achieve academic and individual goals Research career and college programs throughout the United States (Family Connection) Explore critical and creative thinking strategies SUMMIT 7/8 ELE727A/ELE727B Year Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None 31 Updated 3/17/2017

32 Class is worth zero credit This course will provide students with the necessary skills in order to ensure success in all academic courses. This course emphasizes the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, College and Career planning, 3.0 or above GPA focus, and executive skills necessary to succeed in junior high and beyond. The Summit will be staffed with grade level teachers in core subject areas, counselors, and grade level principals. Students will create an individualized academic pathway based on interests, leadership skills, and mastery levels. Students will: Create an academic pathway plan (Academic Advisor) and execute plan o Pathway options include but not limited to GPA focus (study hall), academic support (math, reading, writing), student aide, tutor, teacher cadet, personal finance, independent study, yoga/mindfulness, outdoor/agriculture Develop leadership, communication and self-advocacy skills Maintain an organized data notebook by focusing on 3.0 or above GPA Practice goal-setting skills to achieve academic and individual goals Research career and college programs throughout the United States (Family Connection) Explore critical and creative thinking strategies Character Focus - 7th Grade Courage & 8th Grade Kindness PRIDE TIME ELE718 Year Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisites: None Pride time is a required class for all 7-12 grade students. It counts as.25 credits each year for high school students (9-12). This course impacts student GPA. Pride time is dedicated time for students to practice reading strategies, social and leadership skills, test-taking skill building (especially the ACT), personal financial literacy, and college and future preparation. Students also spend time focused on guided class support, grade conferences and completing community service activities. Some resources used include Family Connection, NEWSELA online non-fiction news, DEAR reading, Film Clips for Education, and Princeton ACT Review. All aspects of Pride time directly relates to The Academy s Strategic Plan. 32 Updated 3/17/2017

33 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY CHROME TO CODE COT705 Semester Course Grade: 6 Prerequisite: Scratch Weighted Grading Scale: No Coding with Chrome is a Google project to provide an easy-to-use coding environment within the Chrome browser that even works offline. Currently, users are able to create programs using Blockly, Coffeescript, HTML, and JavaScript with output to Logo Turtle and/or connected toys such as the Sphero, mbot and Lego Mindstorms. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT OFFICE COT704 Semester Course Grade: 6 Prerequisite: Google Education Apps Weighted Grading Scale: No GAME MAKER STUDIO DESIGN COT703 Semester Course Grade: 6 Weighted Grading Scale: No We use game creating software such as Adventure game studio or the like, to create fun and educational games. This course is introductory and helps students understand the world of the gaming market. Students will take this introductory knowledge to Games and Programming for 7-8th grade. JR HIGH GAMES AND PROGRAMMING I COT701 Semester Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra Weighted Grading Scale: No Students will learn computational thinking and problem solving skills to create a series of video games. This course serves as an introduction to working with code, variables, and game design. GameMaker software will be used to design and program games. JR HIGH GAMES AND PROGRAMMING II COT702 Semester Course Grade: 7-8 Prerequisite: Games and Programming I Weighted Grading Scale: No Students will learn computational thinking and problem solving skills to create a series of video games. This course serves as an introduction to working with code, variables, and game design. GameMaker software will be used to design and program games. 33 Updated 3/17/2017

34 FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS ART 2D 62DSTUDIO Year Course Grade: 6 This course covers a broad variety of 2-Dimensional art practices. Students will build upon their drawing and painting skills, as well as learn new and advanced techniques and processes, which may include printmaking, collage, mixed media, bookmaking, animation, and more. Students will also be introduced to new artists and art movements. Concepts Taught: Blind Contour/Contour, Portraits, Negative Space, Automatic Drawing, Watercolor, Value/Shading, Tempra, Grid Drawing, Mixed Media, and Chalk Pastel. ART 3D 63DSTUDIO Year Course Grade: 6 This course covers a broad variety of 3-Dimensional art practices. Students will build upon previous knowledge to gain new and advanced sculpting skills and techniques. 3-Dimensional processes students will use may include working with clay, paper, found objects, paper mache, wire, fabric, and more. Students will also be introduced to new artists and art movements. Concepts Taught: Paper Sculpture, Wire, Paper Mache, Clay, Fabric/Soft Sculpture, and Mixed Media. ART TAB (Teaching Artistic Behavior) 6TABSTU Year Course Grade: 6 This course allows students to explore a wide variety of 2- and 3-Dimensional media. Following a TAB model which allows for more student-choice, this course will begin with students building upon their previous 2- and 3-D skills to open up new possibilities in art-making. As the course progresses, students move toward independence and choice with more self-driven projects in either 2- or 3-D. These art processes could include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting, sewing, animating, art installations, etc. Beginning and Advanced sections available depending on student enrollment Concepts Taught: Paper Sculpture, Paint, Mixed Media, Observational, Installation, and Collaborative. JR HIGH ART FPA711 Semester Course Grade: Updated 3/17/2017

35 This course covers a broad variety of 2D and 3D media. Students will study Art History from Pre-Modern to Contemporary by analyzing and critiquing works from time-period-specific artists and developing art-making skills based on those works. Students will build their drawing, painting, and clay-sculpting skills along with learning new techniques in printmaking and mixed media. Students will be exposed to the basics of social contexts in art and real-world applications of art skills. FOUNDATIONS OF THEATRE ARTS 6FTARTS Semester Course Grades: 6 Weighted Grading Scale: No This course is intended for students to develop their understanding of the theater and theatrical works. Students will create their own short plays, develop and perform scripted scenes, explore all elements of technical theater, practicing acting techniques for film, and play a variety of improvisation games. The course is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. It may be taken multiple times (basic content is the same, but students will never create the same scene or perform/design the same scripted scene). JR HIGH FOUNDATIONS OF THEATRE ARTS FPA712 Semester Course Grades: 7-8 Weighted Grading Scale: No This course is intended for students to develop their understanding of the theater and theatrical works. Students will create their own short plays, develop and perform scripted scenes, explore all elements of technical theater, practicing acting techniques for film, and play a variety of improvisation games. The course is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. It may be taken multiple times (basic content is the same, but students will never create the same scene or perform/design the same scripted scene). JR HIGH THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION FPA713 Semester Course Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Theatre Arts Teacher Recommendation: Yes Weighted Grading Scale: No This course is an introduction to creating a theatrical production. Students will create a short performance based on adapting a traditional fairy or folk tale into a production. Students in this class may choose either the performance track or the technical theater track. Performers will act in the play and technical theater students will design and run the production. Students must have taken Fundamentals of Theater Arts (or any Junior High Theater Arts Class at the Academy) or have participated in a play at the Academy. This course may be taken multiple times, as we will never put on the same production twice. CHOIR CHOIR 6CHOIR Year Course Grades: 6 35 Updated 3/17/2017

36 6th grade choir is a year-long course open to all 6th grade students. It is an introduction to choral music instruction that will prepare students for choir at the secondary level. Participation in 6th Grade Choir is highly recommended for students desiring to sing in Jr. High and in auditioned groups in high school. This introductory course to choir introduces students to music literacy, music appreciation, and singing with others as a team. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. JR HIGH CHOIR ELE704A/ELE704B Year Course Grades: 7-8 Junior High Choir is a performance-based class designed to foster musical appreciation and students improvement as vocalists. Students will be guided through elements of pitch recognition, music literacy, and the voice changes that students of this age are experiencing. The choir will sing a wide repertoire of music for various concerts and occasions. Students in Junior High Choir are preparing for singing in high school ensembles. Rehearsals and performances regularly occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. This course can be repeated for credit. BAND CONCERT BAND 6CONBND Year Course Grades: 6 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Concert Band is the ensemble for all sixth-grade band students at The Academy. In this course, students will develop comprehensive musicianship skills in a large ensemble setting. Students will also begin learning more advanced musical techniques and skills. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least one year experience on a wind or percussion instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a highquality instrument and supplies. JR HIGH SYMPHONIC BAND ELE804A/ELE804B Year Course Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: 2+ years on a band instrument Teacher Recommendation: Yes Symphonic Band is a non-auditioned large band ensemble offered for secondary students at The Academy. In this course, students continue to develop musicianship and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including an annual off-campus music festival performance. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least two years experience on a wind or percussion 36 Updated 3/17/2017

37 instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. JR HIGH WIND ENSEMBLE FPA725A/FPA725B Year Course Grades: 8 Prerequisite: Symphonic Band or Director Approval Teacher Recommendation: Yes Wind Ensemble is the premier large band ensemble offered at The Academy. Students in Wind Ensemble represent the best wind and percussion students in the school. Musicians will continue to develop advanced musicianship, technique, and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including annual performance at the CHSAA music festival. An audition is required to register for this class and should be scheduled with the director prior to course scheduling. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high- quality instrument and supplies. JR HIGH JAZZ ENSEMBLE ELE806A/ELE806B Year Course Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: 1+ years on a band instrument Jazz Ensemble is designed to develop advanced musical techniques and skills specific to the various jazz styles along with a cultural and historical understanding of jazz in American history. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least one year experience on a jazz-related instrument or receive approval from the director. Performances occurring outside regular school hours are also required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. ORCHESTA CONCERT ORCHESTRA 6CONORCH Year Course Grades: 6 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Concert Orchestra is the ensemble for all sixth-grade orchestra students at The Academy. In this course, students will develop comprehensive musicianship skills in a large ensemble setting. Students will also begin learning more advanced musical techniques and skills. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least one year experience on a string instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. 37 Updated 3/17/2017

38 JR HIGH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA ELE805A/ELE805B Year Course Grades: 8 Prerequisite: Sinfonia Orchestra or Director Approval Teacher Recommendation: Yes Chamber Orchestra is the premier large string ensemble offered at The Academy. Students in Chamber Orchestra represent the best string students in the school. Musicians will continue to develop advanced musicianship, technique, and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including annual performance at the CHSAA music festival. An audition is required to register for this class and should be scheduled with the director prior to course scheduling. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. JR HIGH SINFONIA ORCHESTRA ELE726A/ELE726B Year Course Grades: 7-8 Prerequisite: 2+ years on a string instrument Teacher Recommendation: Yes Sinfonia Orchestra is a non-auditioned large string ensemble offered for secondary students at The Academy. In this course, students continue to develop musicianship and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including an annual off-campus music festival performance. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least two years experience on a string instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. GENERAL MUSIC JR HIGH GUITAR ELE807 Semester Course Grades: 7-8 This semester-long course is designed for beginning and experienced guitar students alike. Students will learn how to read standard musical notation, chord diagrams, and tablature. Students will gain experience in a variety of playing styles including finger-picking, pick technique, and strumming. Students will also compose and arrange music and play in formal concerts and jam sessions. Performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. Students are required to own their own personal guitar (acoustic guitars only). This course may not be repeated for credit except on a case-by-case basis. 38 Updated 3/17/2017

39 UKULELE/GUITAR 6UKGT Year Course Grades: 6 This course features instruction in the techniques for playing two common instruments, including guitar and ukulele. Course topics include: chords, melody and rhythm, and other concepts of playing and performing. Students taking this course will study ukulele for the first semester, then switch to guitar for the second semester. 39 Updated 3/17/2017

40 PHYSICAL EDUCATION With the understanding that all students should have ample opportunity for physical activity throughout their day as well as in the spirit of developing programs that are enjoyable to a variety of students, we propose that two program options are made available to students. These options would begin in 6th grade and continue through 12th grade with the understanding that students may take courses from either track to fulfill graduation requirements and time constraints. A truly physically educated person is able to recall knowledge from both options to achieve and maintain fitness throughout a lifetime. Health Related Fitness Option: This option is designed for the student who enjoys being active but may benefit from a personal focus rather than a group or team motivated goal. This student may or may not be involved outside of school in individual type sports such as running, swimming, dance, climbing, gymnastics, martial arts, cheer, parkour and equestrian among many others. This type of student enjoys competition and achievement based on individual goals rather than team goals and may be more comfortable relying on their personal achievement rather than the achievement of others. The core principles of health including cardiorespiratory, strength, endurance and flexibility will be addressed at each grade level. Graduating under this option, a student will be able to manage their own health and fitness through self-assessment, individual activities and sports and by creating personal fitness goals throughout a lifetime. Skill or Sports Related Option: This option is designed for a student who enjoys traditional team sport activities which are used as the student's primary method of physical activity. This student may or may not be involved in a team sport outside of school such as soccer, football, basketball, lacrosse, softball, hockey and many others, or the student has the desire to become involved in a team activity. This type of student enjoys the comradery and competition in a team or group setting and understands that their personal contribution adds to the success of the team. In addition to the Health Related fitness components a student in this option will address the skill related fitness components of speed, control, balance, agility, coordination, and reaction time. A student graduating under this option will be prepared to contribute to a team sport from the intramural level up to the collegiate level and beyond understanding that their sports skills serve to enhance and maintain their levels of fitness throughout a lifetime. Overview: 6th Grade In an effort to introduce to younger students the wide variety of available physical activities, this is where the options will first be made available. Students will be able to start or explore one of the options for the year and transition into Junior High by having the ability to choose their electives. Junior High All 7th and 8th graders are required to take physical education in Junior High. Those students who desire additional credits as electives may choose to take additional classes in 7th grade, 8th grade or both. 6th Grade Options: All 6th grade classes will include Pre, Mid and Post Fitness Testing in Preparation for the Secondary PE classes. TEAM SPORTS AND GAMES 6TSGMS Semester Course Grade: 6 40 Updated 3/17/2017

41 This course is an introduction to team sports and games. The students will experience various team sports and games along with pre, mid and post fitness testing. Sports and games that may be covered are: volleyball, badminton, pickle ball, floor hockey, wamba ball, omnikin, flag football, basketball and soccer. PERSONAL AND LIFETIME FITNESS 6PLFIT Semester Course Grade: 6 This course provides students with the information necessary to make wise lifestyle choices and adopt proactive behaviors regarding fitness and health along with focusing on giving students the basic knowledge they need to pursue areas of special interest. Activities that may be offered: juggling, speed stacking, diabolos, jump rope, conditioning, pre, mid, and post fitness testing, bowling and nutrition. JR HIGH PE PED710 Semester Course Grade: 7 8 Prerequisite: REQUIRED All 7th and 8th grade classes will include Pre, Mid and Post Fitness Testing We will continue to progress with the knowledge learned in Elementary PE with breakdown, review and further development of basic sport skills and rules. We will learn the basics of fitness and healthy practices through assessing our own abilities. You will also leave with the knowledge of teamwork, responsibility, cooperation and how to make your own goals and take steps to achieve them. Some activities that we may do each year, weather permitting, are Team Sports (Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, Softball, Floor Hockey, Lacrosse, and Soccer) and Lifetime/Individual Sports (Badminton, Tennis, Pickle ball, Frisbee Golf, Track and Field) ADVANCED PE: CO-ED PED711 Semester Course Grade: 8 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Introduction to Strength, Flexibility, Speed and Endurance Training This class provides an opportunity for those students who would like an introduction to the weight room to prepare for future high school sports and/or personal fitness goals. Students will be taught weight room protocols, safety practices and proper techniques for utilizing equipment in The Academy Weight Room or any other fitness center, club or athletic performance facility. Students will be evaluated on their individual ability to properly and safely execute those techniques. JR HIGH HEALTH PED712 Semester Course Grade: Updated 3/17/2017

42 Junior High Health is an elective course that both 7th and 8th grade boys and girls can choose. The main focus of this class to highlight challenges students may face in coming into their young adult years and offer tools to help them make informed decisions. We will be covering the following topics: Introduction to Health- What is Health and what skills do I need to be healthy? Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution- How can I identify and stop bullying and conflict? Mental and Emotional Health: What is good mental health and what challenges might I face now and in the future? Physical Activity and Body Systems: How does my body work and respond to exercise? Personal Health Care- How do I care for my body in order to prevent illness and disease? 42 Updated 3/17/2017

43 THE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL COURSE LISTINGS Updated 3/17/2017

44 The Academy Course Listings Course Numbering Convention The following course numbering convention is used to number courses offered at The Academy. Prefix Identifies the department affiliation ENG English MAT Math SCI Science SOC Social Studies/History COT - Computer Technology FPA Fine and Performing Arts PED Physical Education WLA World Languages ELE Unique courses without a specific department affiliation First Digit Identifies the grade level the course is first offered to students 7 7th Grade 8 8th Grade 1 9th Grade 2 10th Grade 3 11th Grade 4 12th Grade Second Digit Identifies the course requirement status Third Digit Used for department counting Suffix The letter B is used to identify the second half of a year-long course Examples: ENG101A/ENG101B This would be a year-long required English course typically first offered to 9th grade students. 44 Updated 3/17/2017

45 THE ACADEMY COURSE LISTINGS ENGLISH ENGLISH 9 ENG101A/ENG101B Year Course - REQUIRED Grade: 9 English 9 is a genre-driven course, focusing on various genres of literature and modes of writing. Outside readings and projects, both long and short-term, are assigned in addition to the work done in class. Genres covered in the course include, but are not limited to, poetry, epic poetry, memoir, expository essays, short stories, novels, and Elizabethan drama. Critical thinking/reading strategies and literary analysis are introduced and explored. Composition skills are emphasized and developed. ENGLISH 9 HONORS ENG102A/ENG102B Year Course-REQUIRED Grade: 9 Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required English 9 Honors is a genre-driven course for the accelerated student who is proficient in reading and writing. Honors students are self-motivated and self-starting. Outside readings and projects, both long and short-term, are assigned which the student is expected to complete on his/her own time without direct teacher supervision. Genres covered in the course include, but are not limited to, poetry, epic poetry, memoir, expository essays, short stories, novels, and Elizabethan drama. Critical thinking and reading strategies and literary analysis are introduced and explored. Composition skills are emphasized and developed. ENGLISH OPTIONS ENG105A/ENG105B Year Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: Need for credit recovery due to a literacy deficit or need for literacy intervention Teacher Recommendation: Yes English Options is a dual purpose course designed to provide students with explicit reading and writing interventions while supporting them in their traditional English course. Students eligible for English Options include those with credit deficits in Language Arts and students with a need for literacy intervention. This highly differentiated class focuses on providing students with reading and writing choices at their current literacy level while boosting their skills to bring their literacy achievement up to grade level. Daily instruction of reading strategies and focused instruction in the Write From The Beginning and Beyond program along with teaching of study success skills helps English Options students get caught up to grade level in English. 45 Updated 3/17/2017

46 LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE ENG106A/ENG106B Year Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: Qualify for ELA services via testing Linguistically Diverse provides English Language Acquisition skills to students who qualify. This class provides them their English credit for the year and focuses on differentiated reading and writing opportunities based on their level of language proficiency. This class hones students' academic language skills to help them master the content in their other core classes. The Linguistically Diverse classroom focuses on teaching students through the modes of Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. WORLD LITERATURE ENG201A/ENG201B Year Course - REQUIRED Grade: 10 World Literature focuses on the importance of storytelling to the human experience. Students read, discuss, and respond in writing to a variety of myths, short stories, and poetry from a variety of cultures from around the world. Throughout the course students learn about the universal connections found in the literature of all cultures, how their voice fits in as a citizen of the world and how their personal stories have shaped them to be the person they are. Students respond critically to the literature through various writing activities, with the integration of vocabulary and literary elements. WORLD LITERATURE HONORS ENG202A/ENG202B Year Course - REQUIRED Grade: 10 Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required This course has the same focus as World Literature, but the honors section of this course goes more in-depth with readings and writings; as such, it requires more outside reading time with a high level of comprehension, and high skill level (or high learning curve) for critical, formal writing. CREATIVE WRITING ENG203 Semester Course Grade: This elective course is designed to explore different areas, techniques, and genres of creative writing. It is aimed toward students who enjoy writing creatively and would like to further tune and expand their skills. Students will write in a variety of genres: fiction, poetry, drama, memoir, song lyrics, nature writing, and travel writing. We write nearly every day in this course, and even tackle the project of finally finishing that novel you ve been working on! This course is highly recommended to students who love to write, regularly exercise their creative muscles, like to read, are interested in joining a community of writers, and want to celebrate the joys, pitfalls, and love of writing. 46 Updated 3/17/2017

47 FANTASY LITERATURE ENG204 Semester Course Grade: An elective course designed for the reading and film enthusiast who wishes to expand a basic knowledge of the fantasy genre of literature. Newer and unique works will be explored, as well as the classics such as The Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The history of the genre from epic poetry to the medieval romance to the masterpieces of the genre in the 19th and 20th centuries will be studied. AMERICAN LITERATURE ENG301A/ENG301B Year Course Grade: 11 This course explores how our identity as Americans has evolved throughout our history and literature. We examine the effects that historical events have on literature, and vice versa. Beginning with Native American mythology and ending with contemporary literature, students will critically read and write about some of our nation s most important pieces of literature, and how it affects us as Americans. Mastering research writing is a large portion of this course. INDEPENDENT STUDY/BIBLICAL LITERATURE ELE224 Semester Course Grades: AP LANGUAGE/COMPOSITION ENG302A/ENG302B Year Course Grade: 11 Prerequisite: English NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better. Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required The AP Language and Composition Course is designed as a rigorous course of study designed to develop critical thinking skills in reading and writing. We will develop these skills through the analysis of nonfiction and fiction prose, poetry, visual images and the spoken word. As stated in the AP English Language and Composition course description: An AP course in English Language and Composition engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as well as the way generic conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to 47 Updated 3/17/2017

48 students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. SENIOR ENGLISH ENG408A/ENG408B Year Course Grade: 12 Senior English is designed to provide students with the reading and writing skills necessary to be successful as college students and global citizens. They explore argument and rhetoric skills in a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts. Students use the Writer's Workshop method to become independent in the writing process in a way that will help them succeed at college level writing. Reading instructional techniques is grounded in close analytical reading, small and large group discussion, and reader response writing opportunities. AP LITERATURE/COMPOSITION ENG402A/ENG402B Year Course Grade: 12 Prerequisite: AP English Language or an Honors English course NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better. Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition is, in essence, a college level English course offered on a high school campus. The reading and writing experiences are comparable to or exceed the intellectual challenges and workload consistent with those found in a typical undergraduate university English Literature/Humanities course. Students enrolled are expected to make a commitment to a rigorous curriculum of literary analysis and composition. As stated in the AP English Literature and Composition course description: An AP English Literature and Composition course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work s structure, style, and themes as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. 48 Updated 3/17/2017

49 MATH ALGEBRA I MAT101A/MAT101B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades 9-10 Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra or Math 7 NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better, if a D was earned it is highly recommended the student retake the course The Algebra class is an in depth study of algebraic concepts which include solving and graphing different types of equations and inequalities; manipulating and transforming equations and expressions; and utilizing the concepts learned to apply them to real world problems. Students will also begin the study of quadratic, exponential, and polynomial functions. This course is required for graduation. GEOMETRY MAT102A/MAT102B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 9-10 Prerequisite: Algebra I NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better, if a D was earned it is highly recommended the student retake the course This course is a comprehensive study of plane Geometry. Students must have a solid foundation in Algebra I, as this class has Algebra skills interwoven throughout the course. Topics covered include: tools of Geometry, reasoning and proof, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, right triangles and trigonometry, quadrilaterals, area surface, volume, similarity, transformations and circles. This is a college preparatory mathematics course and is required for admission for most 4-year colleges and universities. GEOMETRY HONORS MAT103A/MAT103B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 9-10 Prerequisite: Algebra I Grade B or better in previous course Teacher Recommendation: Yes/ Contract required The Honors Geometry course will explore in greater depth the above listed topics through applications, projects and advanced critical thinking. ALGEBRA II MAT201A/MAT201B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 9-11 Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better, if a D was earned in previous course, it is highly recommended the student retake the course 49 Updated 3/17/2017

50 This second course in algebra is designed to give the student the necessary skills and content for upper level high school or post-secondary mathematics. The topics will include but will not be limited to: a brief review of first-year algebra; linear equations, functions, and inequalities; absolute value equations and inequalities; properties and graphs of functions; linear systems; matrices; quadratic equations and functions; polynomials and polynomial functions; radical functions; rational functions; an introduction to exponential functions; an introduction to logarithmic functions; and applications. This is a college preparatory mathematics course and is required for admission for most 4-year colleges and universities. ALGEBRA II HONORS MAT202A/MAT202B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: 9-11 Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry Contract required grade B or better in previous course Teacher Recommendation: Yes The Honors Algebra II course will explore in greater depth the above listed topics through applications, projects and advanced critical thinking. TRIGONOMETRY & PRE-CALCULUS -- MAT304A/MAT304B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better Teacher Recommendation: Yes This course is designed to prepare upper level high school students for the rigors of Calculus or post-secondary mathematics. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 models) is required especially for modeling mathematical behavior. Topics will include: a brief review of Algebra II, properties of major functions and their graphs; a continued discussion of polynomials and polynomial functions; rational functions; solving and graphing exponential and logarithmic equations; trigonometric functions and their graphs, including theory and proof; matrices; conic sections; an introduction to discrete mathematics; and applications of the above mentioned topics. TRIGONOMETRY & PRE CALCULUS HONORS MAT305A/305B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II Contract required grade B or better in previous course Teacher Recommendation: Yes The Honors Pre-Calculus course will explore in greater depth the above listed topics through applications, projects and advanced critical thinking. 50 Updated 3/17/2017

51 PROBABILITY & STATISTICS MAT306A/MAT306B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better Teacher Recommendation: Yes Major concepts from statistics and probability will be covered throughout the year. Topics will include: analyzing and producing data rules of probability and counting; random variables; discrete and continuous distributions; and sampling techniques. Applications will be emphasized as well as the use of technology. AP PROBABILITY & STATISTICS MAT307A/MAT307B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Major concepts from statistics and probability will be covered throughout the year. Topics will include: analyzing and producing data rules of probability and counting; random variables; discrete and continuous distributions; and sampling techniques. Applications will be emphasized as well as the use of technology. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. AP CALCULUS AB MAT402A/MAT402B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required This course will be offered to students who have achieved and who will continue to achieve a standard of excellence in the study of mathematics. The course will be an overview of these calculus topics: limits and continuity of various functions; differentiation techniques; applications of the derivative; indefinite integrals; the fundamental theorem of calculus; and definite integrals including applications. A graphing calculator is required throughout the course. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. 51 Updated 3/17/2017

52 If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. AP CALCULUS BC MAT403A/MAT403B Year Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus NOTE: Teacher recommends previous course grade C or better Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL MATH MAT303 Semester Course (TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II Business Math is a semester course designed for students to have the opportunity to understand mathematics in the context of business and personal finance. With this understanding, students will work to improve their financial literacy and apply their knowledge and skills, from this course, to manage their personal financial resources effectively. Emphasis will be placed on using real-world example. MATH OPTIONS MAT104 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: 52 Updated 3/17/2017

53 SOCIAL STUDIES WORLD GEOGRAPHY SOC107A/SOC107B Year Course Grade: 9 This course will focus on the human significance of the physical environment, distribution and interrelationships of climates, landforms, and ecosystems. Students will learn how the topography, climate, and natural resources of different regions influence the lives of people. By the end of the course, students will be able to: Analyze maps and other geographic tools to locate and derive information about peoples, places, and environments. Describe the physical and human characteristics of places and use this knowledge to define regions and analyze their patterns of change. Explain how economic, political, and cultural spatial processes interact to shape patterns of human population, migration, settlement, interdependence, cooperation and conflict. Describe the effects of interactions between human and physical systems and the changes in the use, distribution, and importance of selected resources. Apply a spatial perspective about peoples, places, and environments to understand the past and present and to plan for the future. WORLD GEOGRAPHY HONORS SOC102A/SOC102B Year Course Grade: 9 Teacher Recommendation: Yes The honors course covers the same historical topics but at a faster pace and a more challenging level. The students are sometimes given more work or work at a more difficult level. WORLD HISTORY SOC203A/SOC203B Year Course Grade: 10 Prerequisite: U.S. History Students examine the story of change in human civilization from prehistory to World War II. While gazing across time, students gain an understanding of the past and discover its contribution to the present and future. Major historical themes and concepts are explored through map work, Internet activities, research projects, primary documents, Socratic seminars, lecture, discussion, and interactive units. In the process, students learn the broad historical concepts and geographical themes that have repeatedly shaped human civilization. 53 Updated 3/17/2017

54 AP WORLD HISTORY SOC205A/SOC205B Year Course Grade: Prerequisite: Geography, 2 semesters or U.S. History Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract Required The purpose of the AP World History course is to develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. It emphasizes relevant factual knowledge, leading interpretive issues, and skills in analyzing types of historical evidence. Periodization, explicitly discussed, forms an organizing principle to address change and continuity throughout the course. Specific themes provide further organization to the course, along with consistent attention to contacts among societies that form the core of world history as a field of study. This course contains ample out of class and summer work. Students will be expected to take the AP exam in May. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. CE WORLD HISTORY SOC206A/SOC206B Year Course Grade: Prerequisite: Geography, 2 semesters or U.S. History Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract Required U S HISTORY SOC307A/SOC307B Year Course Grade: 11 Prerequisite: World Geography This class is required for all juniors. In 18 Chapters we will cover Industrialization, Immigration, 19th century Political Reforms, and the 20th century. Scope of Course: 1870-present AP US HISTORY SOC309A/SOC309B Year Course Grade: 11 Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to 54 Updated 3/17/2017

55 students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to h the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. AP GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS SOC310A/SOC310B Year Course Grades: 12 Prerequisite: Geography & U.S. History Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Students will examine and analyze the Constitution of the United States, including Federalism, political parties and the behavior of citizens, interest groups, and the mass media, as well as gaining a familiarity with the institutions, processes, beliefs, and policies that constitute U.S. politics. Students will use higher order thinking skills to formulate solid opinions and interpret the various trends throughout politics and our society, and the importance of participation in local, state, and national government. Upon completion of this course, it is expected that students will take the Advanced Placement examination. This course contains ample out of class and summer work. Students will be expected to take the AP exam in May. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. INDEPENDENT STUDY GOV, POLITICS & LAW ELE226 Year Course Grade: 12 CIVICS AND ECONOMICS SOC401A/SOC401B Year Course Grade: 12 Civics: This course is designed to stimulate active discussions and reflections on a variety of topics related to Civics and Government. This course will explore the events of America s past and present through a diversity of perspectives and integrate concepts in geography, economics, politics, social science, current events, and international affairs. Students will examine the relationships between historical events and how they have shaped the country we live in today. The 55 Updated 3/17/2017

56 course stresses how policies were determined; and how gender, race, and multicultural issues have affected, and continue to affect, American Government and its citizens. Economics: This course is designed to provide students with theoretical underpinnings and functional knowledge in economics to become informed consumers, producers, and citizens in today's world. Economics is the study of how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions about the use of scarce resources in a world of unlimited wants and needs. This is done at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic levels, both of which will be examined in detail. At the microeconomic level, students will investigate the smaller units of the economy and individual firms and markets. In macroeconomics, students will study the global economy and economics of nations and governments as they try to foster growth and stability. The course is useful in helping students to acquire many life skills, and also in establishing a foundation for more advanced study of economics. CURRENT EVENTS SOC111 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Current Events is a one-semester course structured to give the student an understanding of current issues in many areas of a political, social, and economic nature. The course emphasizes research done by the student since the topics chosen are very fluid in their nature, meaning that the topics and the amount of coverage on the topics will fluctuate on any given day, week, or month depending on topics current in the media. MILITARY HISTORY SOC113 Semester Course Grades: In this semester long course students will study of the evolution of warfare from pre-history to the current era. This course will focus on how states organized to wage war and study how specific events, cultures, organizations, people, and technologies have impacted war. This class will incorporate reading, writing, speaking, and research skills as well as emphasize historical analysis and higher order thinking. Possible topics to be discussed community service project are among the activities offered to enhance students understanding and appreciation of the American system of government. LEADERSHIP SOC114A/SOC114B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Election Teacher Recommendation: Yes This course is for students willing to be the leadership group of our school. Students will be our student government, our student character education committee, our school activities council, and our overall student body leadership. Through heavy student leadership involvement in all aspects of our school, we will strengthen the future involvement and spirit of our school community by alumni, family, and friends of The Academy. 56 Updated 3/17/2017

57 Students will plan, advertise, and run character education opportunities for our school and community. Students will organize, develop, and follow-through on school events. Students will learn to effectively lead peers by using the CHSAA student leadership council materials. 57 Updated 3/17/2017

58 SCIENCE BIOLOGY SCI101A/SCI101B Year Course (Lab) Grade: 9 Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation: Yes/for 9th grade students This is a life science course designed to introduce students to the basis of life, cell theory, genetics, change and diversity, classification and the human body systems. This course will familiarize students with fundamental scientific terminology and processes. Students perform experiments, with expected outcomes, to improve simple lab skills and to test given hypotheses. BIOLOGY HONORS SCI102A/SCI102B Year Course (Lab) Grade: 9 Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation: Yes/for 9th grade students This is a life science course designed to introduce students to the basis of life, cell theory, genetics, change and diversity, classification and the human body systems. This course will familiarize students with fundamental scientific terminology and processes. Students perform experiments, with expected outcomes, to improve simple lab skills and to test given hypotheses. AP BIOLOGY SCI306A/SCI306B Year Course (Lab) Grade: Prerequisite: Algebra II completion and completion of Biology and Chemistry Teacher Recommendation: Yes This is a life science course designed to introduce students to the basis of life, cell theory, genetics, change and diversity, classification and the human body systems. This course will familiarize students with fundamental scientific terminology and processes. Students perform experiments, with expected outcomes, to improve simple lab skills and to test given hypotheses. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. 58 Updated 3/17/2017

59 CHEMISTRY SCI201A/SCI201B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra I co-enrollment This is a Physical Science course and is recommended for students planning on attending college. The course emphasizes theoretical conceptualization and includes studies of the periodic table, nomenclature, atomic structure, scientific notation, mathematical relationships and stoichiometry, the study of matter and change in states of matter, chemical bonding and chemical reactions as demonstrated through various experiments. CHEMISTRY HONORS SCI202A/SCI202B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra I completion Teacher Recommendation: Yes This is a Physical Science course and is recommended for students planning on attending college. The course emphasizes theoretical conceptualization and includes studies of the periodic table, nomenclature, atomic structure, scientific notation, mathematical relationships and stoichiometry, the study of matter and change in states of matter, chemical bonding and chemical reactions as demonstrated through various experiments. AP CHEMISTRY SCI203A/SCI203B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II completion Teacher Recommendation: Yes This is a Physical Science course and is recommended for students planning on attending college. The course emphasizes theoretical conceptualization and includes studies of the periodic table, nomenclature, atomic structure, scientific notation, mathematical relationships and stoichiometry, the study of matter and change in states of matter, chemical bonding and chemical reactions as demonstrated through various experiments. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. HUMAN ANATOMY SCI302A/SCI302B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Updated 3/17/2017

60 This course focuses on the study of anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include: Cells, tissue, and an indepth study of the human body systems through various experiments and applicable organ/animal dissections. PHYSICS SCI303A/SCI303B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Algebra II Co-enrollment This course deals with the fundamental properties, changes, and interactions of matter and energy. Students MUST have a strong aptitude for math, having taken OR taking Algebra II. Topics include kinematics, Newton s Laws of Motion, conservation of momentum and energy, sound, light, electricity, work, power and machines. Course is hands-on with student activities and teacher demonstrations. Previous course student must have earned a C or better. AP PHYSICS SCI305A/SCI305B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Co-enrollment and completion of 2 Science Classes. Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SCI307A/SCI307B Year Course (Lab) Grades: Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2 years of science The Earth and space science course is designed to interpret and understand the world around you. In order to do so, students will investigate and study the interactions between Earth s four major spheres; including the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere in order to explain Earth s formation, processes, history, landscapes and the how and why Earth changes over time. The course will also explore how current actions of man interact and affect Earth s spheres leading to local and global changes. Topics to be addressed include, but are not limited to, the scientific method, mapping Earth s surface, minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, geologic time, meteorology and space science. Students will participate in laboratory exercises, small group activities, web based investigations, class discussions, projects, and research. 60 Updated 3/17/2017

61 WORLD LANGUAGE FRENCH I WLA111A/WLA111B Year Course* Grades: 9-12 Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendations: No French I students are introduced to the French language and French speaking cultures from around the world. Students will learn to read, write, understand and speak French at a beginning level in the present and past tense. Students will learn through fun and engaging methods such as Total Physical Response, Teaching Proficiency through storytelling, skits and basic grammar activities. * French I is nearly always taken for two years when starting in 7 th grade, similar to how Intro to Spanish Part 1 & 2 are structured. French I incorporates different vocabulary and stories each year. Students, who test at the novice-mid or above, at the end of the 2 nd year, will be placed in French II the following year. FRENCH II WLA112A/WLA112B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: C or better in French I Course Fee: $10.00 In French II, students will continue to explore the French language and French speaking cultures from around the world. Students will improve their reading, writing, understanding and speaking skills. Students will learn through fun and engaging methods such as Total Physical Response, Teaching proficiency through storytelling, skits and basic grammar activities. FRENCH III WLA113A/WLA113B Year Course Grades: Prerequisite: C or better in French II Course Fee: $10.00 French III is a continuation of French II. Students will increase their language skills and knowledge of the French speaking world. Students will be able to express themselves in French at an intermediate level and relate events in various verb tenses. Many different techniques will be used including Total Physical Response, teaching proficiency through Storytelling, skits, grammar activities and cultural presentations focusing on the four communication skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. FRENCH IV WLA114A/WLA114B Year Course Grades: Prerequisite: C or better in French III Course Fee: $10.00

62 French IV students will demonstrate fluency in French through usage of all major verb tenses and varied vocabulary. Many different techniques will be used including Total Physical Response, teaching proficiency through storytelling, skits, grammar activities and cultural presentations focusing on the four communication skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. AP FRENCH WLA116A/WLA116B Year Course Grades: Prerequisite: C or better in French IV and AP Teacher approval Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required AP French will be the final class of the French Program at The Academy. Students in this class will demonstrate mastery in all verb tenses and express themselves with a high degree of fluency both in the written and spoken form. Students will think critically, analyze, discuss, and synthesize authentic texts in a variety of genres. Classes will be reading and discussion based, and the class will be conducted almost exclusively in French. The focus of the class will be authentic texts in the world that surrounds us and we will read a variety of texts that were not discussed in French IV while also doing cultural and current events presentations and developing a deep understanding of the rich variety of cultures that exist in the francophone world. The culminating activity for the course will be the AP Exam in May. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. SPANISH I WLA121A/WLA121B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Course Fee: $10.00 In Spanish I the student will learn a variety of language structures by focusing on understanding meaning in a variety of fun situations, and exposure to cultural experiences. This will enable them to negotiate the language at a beginner s level in the present tense. A variety of techniques will be used including Total Physical Response, storytelling, skits, and grammar work, focusing on the four communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. SPANISH II WLA122A/WLA122B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: D or better in Spanish I Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I and in this course the student will enjoy learning a variety of language structures and explore cultural experiences. Students will be able to negotiate the language at an intermediate level and 62 Updated 3/17/2017

63 demonstrate mastery in the present tense while developing a deeper understanding between the past tenses and be introduced to more advanced grammar. A variety of techniques will be used including Total Physical Response, storytelling, skits, and grammar work, focusing on the four communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Spanish will be spoken by both the teacher and the students for much of each class period. SPANISH III WLA123A/WLA123B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: D or better in Spanish II Applies only to students who earned lower than a C in Spanish II Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes, Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish II and in this course the student will enjoy learning a variety of language structures and explore cultural experiences. Students will be able to negotiate the language at an intermediate level and demonstrate mastery in the preterite and imperfect tenses while continuing to learn more advanced grammar. A variety of techniques will be used including Total Physical Response, storytelling, skits, grammar work, and cultural presentations focusing on the four communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Spanish will be the language of communication at least 50% of the time in the course. SPANISH IV WLA124A/WLA124B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: D or better in Spanish III Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Spanish IV is the culmination of the Spanish Program at The Academy for many students. Students in this class will demonstrate mastery in all verb tenses and express themselves with a degree of fluency. Students will think critically, analyze, discuss, and synthesize authentic texts in a variety of genres. Classes will be reading and discussion based, and the class will be conducted almost exclusively in Spanish. AP SPANISH WLA125A/WLA125B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: C or better in Spanish IV and AP Teacher approval Course Fee: $10.00 Teacher Recommendation: Yes/Contract required AP Spanish is the equivalent of a 3 rd year college Spanish course. Students in this class will demonstrate mastery in all verb tenses and express themselves with a high degree of fluency both in the written and spoken form. Students will think critically, analyze, discuss, and synthesize authentic sources, both written and auditory in a variety of genres. Classes will be reading and discussion based, and the class will be conducted exclusively in Spanish. The focus of the class will follow the six main themes outlined by the College Board (Personal & Public Identity, Family & Community, Science & Technology, Global Challenges, Beauty & Esthetics, Contemporary life). These themes will be explored through authentic sources and cultural & current events in order to provide students with a deep understanding of the rich variety of cultures that exist in the Hispanic world. 63 Updated 3/17/2017

64 Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. 64 Updated 3/17/2017

65 NON DEPARTMENTAL COURSES SUMMIT 9 ELE128 Semester Course Grade: 9 Prerequisites: None This course will provide students with the necessary skills in order to ensure success in all academic courses. This course emphasizes the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, College and Career planning, 3.0 or above GPA focus, and executive skills necessary to succeed in high school and beyond. The Summit will be staffed with grade level teachers in core subject areas, counselors, and grade level principals. Students will execute their individualized academic pathway based on interests, leadership skills and mastery levels. Students will: Execute individualized academic pathway plan (Academic Advisor) Pathway options include but not limited to GPA focus(study hall), academic support (math, reading, writing), student aide, tutor, teacher cadet, personal finance, independent study, and/or work study opportunities Maintain an organized data notebook by focusing on 3.0 or above GPA Practice goal-setting skills to achieve academic and individual goals Identify the college acceptance sequence and requirements Research and visit career and college programs (Family Connection) Implement strategies for SAT test preparation, critical and creative thinking strategies Develop leadership, communication and self-advocacy skills Character Focus - 9th Grade Responsibility & 10th Grade Respect SUMMIT ELE301 Semester Course Grade: Prerequisites: None This course will provide students with the necessary skills in order to ensure success in all academic courses. This course emphasizes the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, College and Scholarship application process, 3.0 or above GPA focus, and leadership skills necessary to succeed beyond high school. Students will execute their individualized academic pathway based on interests, leadership skills and mastery levels. Students will: Practice goal-setting skills to achieve academic and individual goals Complete College and scholarship application process (Family Connection) Attends multiple college internal visits and speaker series Test preparation and SAT completion Develop leadership, communication and self-advocacy skills for life beyond high school Focus on legacy and service to our Academy families Character Focus - 11th Grade Integrity & 12th Grade Legacy 65 Updated 3/17/2017

66 STUDENT ASSISTANT ELE112 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None Credit: 0.25 a semester With a teacher s approval, the student may work as that teacher s, or other staff member s aide, helping with whatever tasks the teacher or staff member requests. RESOURCE ELE114A/ELE114B Year Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None Class is worth 0.5 credit This is an assigned classroom for students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to receive direct instruction from a learning specialist to meet their IEP goals as per their service minutes. Small group setting for one-on-one help and time to organize materials to ensure success in secondary grades. TUTOR ELE115 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None Class is worth 0.5 credit In this class, students will tutor peers as well as students as young as 3 rd grade. The role of tutor is a leadership position where the tutors are able to help students at The Academy gain academic success. OFF CAMPUS COLLEGE COURSE ELE117 Semester Course Grade: Prerequisites: None Class is worth zero credit Indicates a Community College course on the Front Range Campus. TC ONLINE ELE120 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None 66 Updated 3/17/2017

67 Students work on an on-line program called Odyssey ware to complete courses that they are not able to complete in a classroom. PRIDE TIME ELE727A/ELE727B Year Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None Pride time is a required class for all 7-12 grade students. It counts as.25 credits each year for high school students (9-12). This course impacts student GPA. Pride time is dedicated time for students to practice reading strategies, social and leadership skills, test-taking skill building (especially the ACT), personal financial literacy, and college and future preparation. Students also spend time focused on guided class support, grade conferences and completing community service activities. Some resources used include Family Connection, NEWSELA online non-fiction news, DEAR reading, Film Clips for Education, and Princeton ACT Review. All aspects of Pride time directly relates to The Academy s Strategic Plan. YEARBOOK ELE118A/ELE118B Year Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisites: None In this elective course, students create and publish the high school newspaper, The Academy Scratching Post, as well as the high school yearbook. Students must be self-motivated, willing to follow directions, and committed to creating a first-class publication. All staff members are responsible for all aspects of publication: journalism ethics, interviewing, writing, editing, photography, computer publishing, graphic design, advertising, sales, printing, and distribution. Meeting deadlines is a must. Although strong writing and computer skills are ideal, we need a wide range of abilities on staff. The best skills are a sense of fun, good work ethic, creativity, and commitment to making them great! STUDENT INTERNSHIP ELE121A/ELE121B Semester Course Prerequisite: Good academic and behavioral standing Grade: Course Fee: NA Grade: 11-12, exceptions can be made on a case by case basis in the counseling department and approved by the principal This program will provide students with the opportunity to apply for interesting and challenging internships that will take them ahead of the competition! Selected students will spend a semester with an executive or professional in the field of their choice. Within each internship, students can expect to do various work assignments, attend meetings, complete projects, all while applying the skills and knowledge they have gained throughout their education. Students should be above average academically or especially talented in the career area they wish to pursue. Professional success also depends on the level of student s maturity, responsibility and reliability. This program is selective, and additional application materials and an interview are required. The student is responsible for his/her transportation to the Internship location 67 Updated 3/17/2017

68 IN-SCHOOL COUNSELING ELE220 Semester Course Grade: Prerequisites: None WORK STUDY ELE221 Semester Course Grade: Prerequisites: None 68 Updated 3/17/2017

69 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY FILM PRODUCTION COT111 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Any JH Theatre Course Film Production is the study of film technology, elements, and production. Students will create Silent Films, Suspense Films, Horror Films, Documentaries and/or Music videos. This class requires students to work responsibly in groups throughout the filming process. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS -- COT112 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Weighted Grading Scale: No In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of computer applications focused on the practical use of technology in today s society. Students will construct word processing documents, spreadsheets, resumes, and using Google Apps and other miscellaneous applications. Basic computer components and functions will also be covered. VIDEO GAME DESIGN -- COT113 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Spreadsheets, Database and Algebra I Instruction will be given using Microsoft Visual C++ express edition. Students will learn about the history of programming languages, The C++ language will be used to introduce students to Object Oriented design and programming. The UML design language will be introduced and used to design working programs. Upon completion of this course students will be able to: create projects in visual studio, understand and use programming language constructs such as loops, sequence and selection, identify and use simple data structures such as stacks, queues, and binary trees. TECHNOLOGY FOR BUSINESS BUSINESS AND PRODUCTIVITY APPLICATIONS COT118 Semester Course Grades: 9-10 In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of computer applications focused on the practical use of technology in today s society. Students will construct word processing documents, spreadsheets, resumes, using both Microsoft Office and Google Apps.

70 SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING COT119 Semester Course Grades: Prerequisite: Business and Productivity Applications This course will use current technology to explore the business of Sports and Entertainment Marketing. It will include analyzing the impact of marketing on individuals, businesses, and society. This will apply business and productivity applications concepts using simulations and other real world situations. The primary focus will be on creating and managing a marketing campaign for sports teams and entertainers. COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPUTER SCIENCE I: EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE COT117 Semester Course Grades: 9-10 Prerequisite: Algebra Students will be introduced to the breadth of the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. This course is designed to focus on conceptual ideas of computing and help students understand why certain tools or languages might be used to solve particular problems. Students will develop computational practices of algorithm development, problem solving and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to students daily lives. Topics such as limits of computers, societal, and ethical issues will also be covered. COMPUTER SCIENCE II: INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN AND PROGRAMMING COT127 Semester Course Grades: Prerequisite: Exploring Computer Science I Students will build on the concepts in Computer Science I by having students apply problem solving strategies to web design. The basics of html will be introduced as a method for describing features that students can use to design and develop web pages based on their own culture, interests, and unique experiences. A variety of stylistic elements of css are included and offer a way of separating style from contents - also providing an introduction to the computer science concept of abstraction. INDEPENDENT STUDY/JAVA SCRIPT ELE222 Semester Course Grades: INDEPENDENT STUDY/HTML and CSS ELE223 Semester Course Grades: Updated 3/17/2017

71 DIGITAL DESIGN GRAPHIC DESIGN I COT115 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Students will be introduced to Adobe Photoshop and InDesign to create digital portfolio. Students will be introduced to basic art elements, design principles, and the critiquing process. GRAPHIC DESIGN II COT125 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Graphic Design I This is a continuation of principles developed in Graphic Design 2 focusing more on InDesign and the layout of elements within a document. Marketing and advertising foundations are introduced as well. INDEPENDENT STUDY/GRAPHIC DESIGN 3 ELE225 Semester Course Grades: DIGITAL ANIMATION -- COT114 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Students will be introduced to Adobe Flash Professional while creating digital animations. This course will cover the basics of drawing, tweening, and using ActionScript snippits of code. Upon completion of this course students will understand the animation process and produce creative products that can be used for a variety of purposes. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COT116 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 In this course we will explore digital photography in relation to fine art. Students will be asked to participate in class discussion to better understand the physical, conceptual and theoretical characteristics of the electronic media as it 71 Updated 3/17/2017

72 pertains to art and art making. Students will be introduced to the basic technology necessary for the production of their art work, as well as learning about the visual arts, how to look at and critique photography, photographic vocabulary, using tools such as framing, composition, "rule of thirds", light, texture, pattern, lines, symmetry, depth of field, distance, perspective, culture, space, balance, color and black and white photography, and be introduced to many works by well-known photographers. Students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to use the tools competently in the production of their art work, however, the production and analysis of expressive and thoughtful art work is the main objective of this course. 72 Updated 3/17/2017

73 FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS ART FOUNDATION FPA129 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 This required course allows students to explore a wide variety of 2- and 3-Dimensional media while learning the foundations of composition and art history. This course will be an introductory course for students wanting to meet the art requirement as well as for those wanting to discover studio classes offered. AP ART FPA305 Semester Course Grade: Prerequisite: Portfolio review Teacher Recommendation: Yes This course offers students an opportunity to earn college credit as an advanced high school artist. Mixed-media will be used in this accelerated course that is designed to take students art skills to the next level. The culmination of the course is being prepared to enter a college art school by selecting a field of study focus and publishing a digital portfolio. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. INDEPENDENT STUDY - ADVANCED ART ELE122A/ELE122B Semester Course Grades: CERAMICS 1 FPA203 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Offers the opportunity for students to work with clay; experimenting with functional and sculptural concepts. A variety of techniques will be used including hand-building methods (coil pot, pinch pot and slab construction) and glazing techniques. Students will also focus on compositional elements when creating an aesthetic work of art. 73 Updated 3/17/2017

74 CERAMICS 2 FPA209 Semester Course Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 passing grade This is a continuation of the techniques practiced in Ceramics 1. In this course more emphasis is placed on advanced skills for wheel throwing, hand-building, mold making and glazing. Students should have a more fluent command of the medium and should be working towards opportunities for gallery showings and competitions. MIXED MEDIA FPA115 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 This course covers a variety of 2D and 3D media. Students will study various modern and contemporary art periods by analyzing and critiquing works from specific artists and developing art-making skills based on those works. This is an advanced course where students will build their drawing, painting, printing, and multimedia sculpture skills along with learning new techniques. Students will practice art for social change along with real-world art applications. DRAWING AND PAINTING I FPA104 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 This course offers students a survey of drawing & painting techniques. Skills of emphasis include: linear perspective, Gestalt Principle, color theory, character development, Z-eye flow, and the elements of art. Students will be introduced to a wide range of artistic formats including: cartooning, fine art, arts & crafts, interior design, furniture design, portraiture, and architecture. DRAWING AND PAINTING II FPA105 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 This is the 2nd half of Drawing & Painting I for beginning level students to gain more experience in a course that will introduce a variety of tools, techniques and media including pencil, ink, oil pastels, acrylic painting, and watercolor painting. Students will use materials as a medium for visual communication and as a means for creating their own personal aesthetic. Emphasis will be placed on the elements and principles of art and design as tools for demonstrating meaning within works of art. THEATRE ARTS FPA106 Semester Course Grades: Updated 3/17/2017

75 Prerequisite: Any JH Theatre Course Weighted Grading Scale: No This course is intended for students to develop their understanding of the theatre and theatrical works. Students will explore ensemble work, pantomime, vocal technique, created scenes, acting technique, scripted scene work, technical theatre, improvisation, theatre games, and stage combat. ADVANCED THEATER ARTS FPA205 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Any JH Theatre Course Teacher Recommendation: Yes This course is intended for students who are inspired to take on leadership roles for the school theater productions and extend their understanding of the entertainment world. Students will produce and participate in creating the Academy theater productions each semester. CHOIR CONCERT CHOIR FPA116A/FPA116B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Concert Choir is open to any student who enjoys singing and wishes to sing as part of a team. This is a performancebased class, working on developing and improving vocal technique, breathing, tone production, and music literacy. The ensemble works together on blending voices to create a unified sound, rehearsing and performing a variety of styles of music from different time periods and cultures, both accompanied and a cappella. The singers will perform in several public events per year. Juniors and Seniors in this course will be prepared to audition for Colorado All-State Choir. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. Students will be required to purchase a uniform that ranges from $ This course can be repeated for credit. CHAMBER SINGERS FPA127A/FPA127B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Chamber Singers is a small, auditioned vocal ensemble for the experienced singer. Membership requires an audition and director approval. This is a performance based class, working on developing the individual singer in various styles. The ensemble works together on blending voices to create a unified sound, rehearsing and performing a variety of styles of music from different time periods and cultures - both accompanied and a cappella - in 4+ part harmony. The singers will perform in several public events per year. Juniors and Seniors in this course will be prepared to audition for Colorado All-State Choir. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. Students will be required to purchase a uniform that ranges from $ This course can be repeated for credit. This course can be repeated for credit. 75 Updated 3/17/2017

76 POP ACAPELLA JAZZ CHOIR FPA128A/FPA128B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Corequisite: Chamber Singers or Concert Choir Teacher Recommendation: Yes This year-long course is designed for talented, experienced singers interested in a cappella pop styles and jazz styles. Singers in this group are expected to be confident and capable of singing by themselves. Students must be excellent music readers. In this class, students will be prepared to audition for All State choir and All State Jazz. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. Students eligible for this group must also be a member of Chamber Singers or Concert Choir, and is an auditioned-only group. This course may be repeated for credit. BAND SYMPHONIC BAND FPA111A/FPA111B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: 2+ years on a band instrument Teacher Recommendation: Yes Symphonic Band is a non-auditioned large band ensemble offered for secondary students at The Academy. In this course, students continue to develop musicianship and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including an annual off-campus music festival performance. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least two years experience on a wind or percussion instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. WIND ENSEMBLE FPA120A/FPA120B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Symphonic Band or Director Approval Teacher Recommendation: Yes Wind Ensemble is the premier large band ensemble offered at The Academy. Students in Wind Ensemble represent the best wind and percussion students in the school. Musicians will continue to develop advanced musicianship, technique, and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including annual performance at the CHSAA music festival. An audition is required to register for this class and should be scheduled with the director prior to course scheduling. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. JAZZ ENSEMBLE FPA112A/FPA112B Year Course Grades: Updated 3/17/2017

77 Prerequisite: 1+ year s on a band instrument Jazz Ensemble is designed to develop advanced musical techniques and skills specific to the various jazz styles along with a cultural and historical understanding of jazz in American history. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least one year experience on a jazz-related instrument or receive approval from the director. Performances occurring outside regular school hours are also required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. JAZZ SELECT COMBO FPA124A/FPA124B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: 1+ year s on a band instrument Jazz Select Combo is designed for the advanced jazz student with at least one year experience in jazz ensemble. Students will continue to develop advanced jazz techniques within jazz combo groups. An audition is required to register for this class and should be scheduled with the director prior to course scheduling. All students in Jazz Select Combo also perform with the full Jazz Ensemble. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. ORCHESTA CHAMBER ORCHESTRA FPA110A/FPA110B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Sinfonia Orchestra or Director Approval Teacher Recommendation: Yes Chamber Orchestra is the premier large string ensemble offered at The Academy. Students in Chamber Orchestra represent the best string students in the school. Musicians will continue to develop advanced musicianship, technique, and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be given additional performance opportunities including annual performance at the CHSAA music festival. An audition is required to register for this class and should be scheduled with the director prior to course scheduling. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. SINFONIA ORCHESTRA FPA125A/FPA125B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: 2+ years on a string instrument Teacher Recommendation: Yes Sinfonia Orchestra is a non-auditioned large string ensemble offered for secondary students at The Academy. In this course, students continue to develop musicianship and skills begun in prior large ensemble classes. Students will also be 77 Updated 3/17/2017

78 given additional performance opportunities including an annual off-campus music festival performance. An audition is not required to register for this class, but students should have at least two years experience on a string instrument or have approval of the director. Rehearsals and performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. It is expected that students will have access to a high-quality instrument and supplies. This course can be repeated for credit. GENERAL MUSIC AP MUSIC FPA304A/FPA304B Year Course Grades: Teacher Recommendation: Yes AP Music will develop a student s ability to recognize, understand and describe the basic materials and processes of music that is heard or presented in written and aural form. Students will be required to read, notate, perform and compose music. Musical skills will be developed through listening exercises, sight-singing examples, written exercises, analysis, and an exposure to a variety of musical styles. Students will take the Advanced Placement examination in May. This is a College level course and should be treated as such. Although there are no course prerequisites, some familiarity with music notation is required. Students must receive recommendation from the instructor to be able to schedule this course. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by the College Board, which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities often grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. For a high school course to have the AP designation, the course must be audited by the College Board to ascertain that it satisfies the AP curriculum. If the course is approved, the school may use the AP designation and the course will be publicly listed on the AP Course Ledger. GUITAR FPA114 Semester Course Grades: 9-12 This semester-long course is designed for beginning and experienced guitar students alike. Students will learn how to read standard musical notation, chord diagrams, and tablature. Students will gain experience in a variety of playing styles including finger-picking, pick technique, and strumming. Students will also compose and arrange music and play in formal concerts and jam sessions. Performances occurring outside regular school hours are a required part of this course. Students are required to own their own personal guitar (acoustic guitars only). This course may not be repeated for credit except on a case-by-case basis. 78 Updated 3/17/2017

79 SURVEY OF POPULAR MUSIC FPA126A/FPA126B Year Course Grades: 9-12 Survey of Popular Music is an exploration course of the history of pop music in America, beginning with its roots in American Blues, and following its directions and development through today s Hip Hop and other forms of popular music. Students will also combine lyrics and stylistic characteristics to compose songs in the styles in which we study. This course is ideal for the student interested in learning about music and earning electives credit, but who does not have a performance background or interest. 79 Updated 3/17/2017

80 PHYSICAL EDUCATION With the understanding that all students should have ample opportunity for physical activity throughout their day as well as in the spirit of developing programs that are enjoyable to a variety of students, we propose that two program options are made available to students. These options would begin in 6th grade and continue through 12th grade with the understanding that students may take courses from either track to fulfill graduation requirements and time constraints. A truly physically educated person is able to recall knowledge from both options to achieve and maintain fitness throughout a lifetime. Health Related Fitness Option: This option is designed for the student who enjoys being active but may benefit from a personal focus rather than a group or team motivated goal. This student may or may not be involved outside of school in individual type sports such as running, swimming, dance, climbing, gymnastics, martial arts, cheer, parkour and equestrian among many others. This type of student enjoys competition and achievement based on individual goals rather than team goals and may be more comfortable relying on their personal achievement rather than the achievement of others. The core principles of health including cardiorespiratory, strength, endurance and flexibility will be addressed at each grade level. Graduating under this option, a student will be able to manage their own health and fitness through self-assessment, individual activities and sports and by creating personal fitness goals throughout a lifetime. Skill or Sports Related Option: This option is designed for a student who enjoys traditional team sport activities which are used as the student's primary method of physical activity. This student may or may not be involved in a team sport outside of school such as soccer, football, basketball, lacrosse, softball, hockey and many others, or the student has the desire to become involved in a team activity. This type of student enjoys the comradery and competition in a team or group setting and understands that their personal contribution adds to the success of the team. In addition to the Health Related fitness components a student in this option will address the skill related fitness components of speed, control, balance, agility, coordination, and reaction time. A student graduating under this option will be prepared to contribute to a team sport from the intramural level up to the collegiate level and beyond understanding that their sports skills serve to enhance and maintain their levels of fitness throughout a lifetime. Overview: High School In order to meet graduation requirements, all High School students must complete a minimum of 2 credits of Physical Education. ½ credit must be High School Health. 9 TH GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION PED103 Semester Course Grades: 9 Prerequisite: REQUIRED Course Fee: $ th grade students will be taught the rules, skills, and strategies to be able to play and compete in a multitude of team and individual sports with the goal of promoting a lifetime of health and fitness through living an active life. Students will be taught a variety of sports and activities: ultimate frisbee, flag football, soccer, rugby, softball, basketball, volleyball, flickerball, badminton, golf, track and field and floor hockey. Along with these sports, students will be taught a series of dynamic stretches and body weight activities to promote muscular strength and endurance as well as flexibility and cardiovascular endurance.

81 HIGH SCHOOL HEALTH PED106 Semester Course Grades: 9 Prerequisite: REQUIRED High School Health is a classroom course designed to address topics that steer student toward making informed and educated decisions about their personal health. We will learn facts about healthy actions and also take the next step in the decision process by assessing our behaviors. This includes defining what health is and how our health affects us in physical, mental emotional and social parts of our lives presented as the Health Triangle. On the physical side, we will discuss nutrition and how what we eat and drink affects our overall health, as well as the risks of tobacco, alcohol and drug use, in addition to disease prevention all within the scope of achieving and maintaining wellness. Mental and emotional health will be addressed in learning how our brain works, what influences our behavior and emotions as well as mental and emotional disorders, suicide prevention and seeking out and asking for help. Social health will be discussed in the form of defining a healthy relationship and also recognizing the warning signs of unhealthy relationships and how to get help. TEAM SPORTS PED201 Semester Course Grades: 9 Course Fee: $10.00 Team sports will build on the foundations already taught in 9th grade PE. Students will engage in a wide range of physical activities and team sports with an added focus of leadership and teamwork. Students will not only be taught skills and rules of the games but they will be asked to design and implement their own plays and strategies during game play. Students will also be taught how to coach and referee the games using a team sport model. STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PED105 Semester Course Grades: Prerequisite: 9th grade PE and HS Health Course Fee: $10.00 Strength and Conditioning is a course designed to introduce students to the benefits of weightlifting. Students will benefit from a hands-on course that will require mental and physical strength. Safety and technique are two of the main focuses of this course. In the first couple of weeks students will get comfortable with equipment, safety standards, and proper technique. As the class unfolds students are introduced to different workout programs that are designed to work on different aspects of fitness. As a result of this course, any student will be able to go to any gym and know exactly how to get an effective workout in! PERSONAL FITNESS PED203 Semester Course Grades: Prerequisite: 9 TH grade PE and HS Health Course Fee: $10.00 Students will be educated on the exercise techniques of flexibility, Pilates, dance, zumba, kickboxing, circuit training, and general strength. Students will participate daily in a class designed in increase their level of fitness and promote a 81 Updated 3/17/2017

82 healthy mind and body. In this course, students will work towards success in all of the five components of fitness. The class will provide individual, challenging workouts that can be performed at beginner to advanced levels. Each student will complete a physical fitness testing program at least twice throughout the class providing a baseline from which the student can identify areas of strength and areas needing more work. ADVENTURE LEARNING PED107 Semester Course Grades: Prerequisite: 9 th grade PE and HS Health A course in which the student will participate in a variety of proactive community/outdoor oriented experiences and classroom presentations. Adventure ropes courses, mountain biking, trail running, trust and initiative games, camping and survival skills. Course learning outcomes include expanding sense of personal confidence, increased level of personal fitness to be successful in certain adventure activities, define and perform safety features for outdoor recreational sports, and develop an increased familiarity with the outdoor world. SPORTS OFFICIATING PED108 Semester Course Grades: This course will focus on the professional philosophy and professional requirements for officiating sports for athletic contests. Students will be trained in how to officiate basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, and softball. With successful completion of the course students may apply to referee Academy Jr. High sports. Students who are 18 may take the referee certification test to officiate High School athletic events. 82 Updated 3/17/2017

83 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT CLASSES AT THE ACADEMY REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR MORE INFORMATION SOCIAL STUDIES SOC206A World History - Semester 1 The World: Antiquity 1500 (Fall Semester) Explores a number of peoples, groups, ideas, institutions, and trends that have shaped World History from the prehistoric era to Reflects the multiple perspectives of gender, class, religion, and ethnic groups in a broad global sense. Focuses on the common denominators among all people. This approach goes beyond political borders to provide a better appreciation for different cultures. Focuses on developing, practicing, and strengthening the skills historians use while constructing knowledge in this discipline. Note: students must complete Front Range Community College steps to register for this course. 3 college credits. SOC206B2 World History Semester 2 The World: 1500-Present (Spring Semester) Explores a number of peoples, groups, ideas, institutions, and trends that have shaped World History from 1500 to the present. Reflects the multiple perspectives of gender, class, religion, and ethnic groups in a broad global sense. Focuses on the common denominators among all people. This approach goes beyond political borders to provide a better appreciation for different cultures. Focuses on developing, practicing, and strengthening the skills historians use while constructing knowledge in this discipline. Note: students must complete Front Range Community College steps to register for this course. 3 college credits. SOC311A/SOC311B Western Civilization The World: 1650 Explores a number of events, peoples, groups, ideas, institutions, and trends that have shaped Western Civilization from the prehistoric era to Reflects the multiple perspectives of gender, class, religion, and ethnic groups. Focuses on developing, practicing, and strengthening the skills historians use while constructing knowledge in this discipline. Note: students must complete Front Range Community College steps to register for this course. 3 college credits.

84 List of Course Revisions Pursuing Truth, Wisdom, Excellence Mission Statement: The Academy serves our students to develop college ready, exemplary citizens by promoting excellence in academics, character and relationships. Purpose: A timeline documenting the list of courses added or removed from the Course Handbook. Date Course Name Course Number Course Added/Removed Nov th Grade Physical Education PED103 Added Nov 2016 Advanced Weight Training PED208 Removed Nov 2016 Adventure Learning PED107 Added Nov 2016 AP Art FPA305 Added Nov 2016 AP Music FPA304A/B Added Nov 2016 Art 2D 62DSTUDIO Added Nov 2016 Art 3D 63DSTUDIO Added Nov 2016 Art Appreciation FPA306 Added Nov 2016 Art TAB (Teaching Artistic Behavior) 6TABSTU Added Nov 2016 Business and Financial Math MAT303 Added Nov 2016 Business and Financial Math MAT303A/B Removed Nov 2016 Business and Productivity Applications COT118 Added Nov 2016 Ceramics FPA123 Removed Nov 2016 Chamber Choir FPA118A/B Removed Nov 2016 Chamber Singers FPA127A/B Added Nov 2016 Choir 6CHOIR Added Nov 2016 Chrome to Code COT705 Added Nov 2016 Computer Science I: Exploring Computer Science COT117 Added Nov 2016 Computer Science II: Introduction to Web Design COT127 Added and Programming Nov 2016 Concert Band 6CONBND Added Nov 2016 Concert Band FPA109A/B Removed Nov 2016 Concert Orchestra 6CONORCH Added Nov 2016 Concert Orchestra FPA119A/B Removed Nov 2016 Creative Writing ENG203A/B Removed Nov 2016 Cultural Studies ELE708 Removed Nov 2016 Current Events SOC111 Removed Nov 2016 Digital Photography COT116 Added Nov 2016 Environmental Science SCI307A/B Added Nov 2016 Exploratory Rotation 7 ELE702A/B Removed Nov 2016 Exploratory Spanish 6EXSPAN Added Nov 2016 Fantasy Literature ENG204A/B Removed Nov 2016 Food Science SCI304A/B Removed Nov 2016 Foundations of Theatre Arts 6FTARTS Added 84 Updated 3/17/2017