9th - 12th grades Hendersonville Christian Academy 355 Old Shackle Island Road Hendersonville, TN 37075 Phone: 615-824-1550 Fax: 615-590-3025 www.hcacrusaders.com
Course Catalog (9th -12th grade) Core Subjects Electives Grade 9th 10th 11th 12th English IV/ English I English II English III Advanced English Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Statistics Pre-calculus Physical Science Biology Anatomy & Physiology Government Department English Math Science World History World History Geography Economics History US History US History Bible Church World Views Apologetics Bible Doctrines History Spanish I Spanish I Foreign Spanish I Spanish II Spanish II Spanish II Language Journalism, Speech Communications English Band, Visual Arts, Theatre Chorus Fine Arts Physical Health Advanced P.E. Education and P.E. Wellness Personal Political Science Finance
English III (11th): English III allows students to consistently apply the writing process while mastering basic grammar and usage skills. While studying English/American literature, students will identify literary devices and juxtapose writing styles. Projects and exercises give students opportunities to develop skills in rhetoric. Four book reports and a novel study are included. A research paper is written every other year. English Department English I (9th): This course is designed to further develop a student s skills in improving various conventions of grammar, sentence structure, and organization; planning and writing essays, reports, and stories; learning new vocabulary; performing poetry; thinking critically; and analyzing and comprehending various genres of literature. English II (10th): This course is designed to further develop a student s skills in improving various conventions of grammar, sentence structure, and organization; planning and writing essays, reports, and stories; learning new vocabulary; performing poetry; thinking critically; and analyzing and comprehending various genres of world literature. English IV (12th): English IV allows students to confidently utilize the writing process while mastering grammar and usage skills. While studying English/American literature, students will identify literary devices and juxtapose writing styles. Projects and exercises give students opportunities to further develop skills in rhetoric. Four book reports and a novel study are included. A research paper is written every other year. Journalism (elective): Students will learn to develop their oral and written communication skills with this introduction to the basic modes and principles of journalism. The course will allow students to cultivate the ability to speak, listen, research and write in a professional journalistic style. Students will discuss how to disseminate the news in an ethical and unbiased manner.
Math Department Algebra I (9th): Algebra I is intended to build a foundation for all higher math classes. This course will review algebraic expressions, integers, and mathematical properties that will lead into working with variables and linear equations. This course will include an in-depth study of graphing, polynomials, equations, inequalities, and systems of equations. Pre-Calculus (12th): Pre-Calculus will review concepts taught in Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry including polynomials, rational and exponential functions. Trigonometry will be studied and expanded upon from their foundational concepts previously taught. Students will begin analytical geometry and calculus concepts such as limits, derivatives, and integrals. Geometry (10th): Geometry emphasizes the study of the properties and application of geometric figures in two and three dimensions. Students will study transformations and right triangle trigonometry. Students will use theorems to write proofs to solve properties of geometric figures. Algebra II (11th): Students will expand upon their concepts and techniques learned in Algebra I and Geometry, including graphing inequalities as well as solving equations and system of equations. Students will also learn imaginary and complex numbers, advanced polynomials, and quadratics while studying trigonometric functions and matrices. Science Department Physical Science (9th): This course introduces the general principles of physics and chemistry. Topics include measurement, motion, momentum, energy, work, power, heat, thermodynamics, waves, sound light, electricity, magnetism, and chemical properties. God s intelligent design will be emphasized in all concepts studied. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the physical and be able to apply the scientific principles to observations experienced.
Anatomy and Physiology (11th): Anatomy and Physiology is designed to teach students the science of the human body: both its structures and functions. Human development from conception through death will be reviewed. Disorders and diseases of the human body will be outlined. This instruction will emphasize the handiwork of God and will be accomplished through reading, critical thinking, observation, and dissection. Biology (10th): Biology is designed to teach students the science of living organisms through humans. Instruction will include biblical creation, components and functions of the cell, the scientific method, genetics, taxonomy as well as basic botany and ecology. This instruction will be accomplished through reading, critical thinking, observation, and dissection. attention given to the what as much as the where events took place. US History (10th & 11th): United States History students study pre-colonial history to the present. Students will utilize different methods to interpret the past, including points of view and historical context. Current events are a regularly implemented exercise that strengthens historical reference but also oral abilities. World History (10th & 11th): World History is designed to take a survey of history from antiquity to the modern day. Salient dates and events are highlighted and taught from a Christian perspective. Students will regularly present current events that examine real-time historical events. History Department Geography (9th): Geography is designed to allow students to study various cultures, distant lands, and geographical landmarks. Maps are referenced often and special Government (12th): Government class is designed for the student to see the importance of understanding political history and its foundational concepts that forged the United States. Specific examination of important documents is highlighted in this study. The principle of patriotism is intertwined throughout the semester.
in the church as well as examining some of the Economics (12th): Economics class is designed to allow students to take both a macro and micro approach to fiscal responsibility. The doctrines and heresies with which the church had to come to grips. foundational concepts from Adam Smith s Wealth of Nations are highlighted throughout the study. The Eleventh grade Bible examines six different importance of personal budgeting allows students to worldviews (Christianity, Islam, Secular Humanism, complete the course using real-world financial scenarios. Cosmic Humanism, Marxism-Leninism, and Postmodernism) and how each of them views such topics as theology, philosophy, ethics, psychology, Bible Department Bible (9th-11th) Ninth grade Bible is a course on Bible doctrines. It examines some the most basic doctrines found in Scripture such as the doctrine of God, the Bible, Christ, salvation, and the Holy Spirit to name a few. sociology, law, politics, economics, and history. Spanish Department Spanish I (9th-11th): Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Students learn basic Spanish grammar such as verb conjugations and adjective agreement. Tenth grade Bible is devoted to Church History from the Students will practice the basic skills of speaking, beginning of the church in Acts 2 until the current time. listening, reading, and writing in the present tense Attention is given to important historical people and events with an emphasis on correct oral and written expression and comprehension. Spanish II (12th): Spanish II students advance their skills in the language to narrating about their lives in the past and future tenses. It involves more complex grammatical forms such as object pronouns. Their vocabulary will grow as well as their ability to function in the language.
High school band: Students will be instructed in advanced techniques, music reading and concepts of musical performance on their instruments. perform in advanced competitions. High school chorus: Students will prepare for and Chorus is designed to give the student the knowledge and skills necessary to perform or compete vocally. Activities will include memorization, posture, and enunciation training as well as basic musical knowledge. Fine Arts Department Physical Education and Wellness Department High school P.E.: High School P.E. is designed to teach students skills to lead a productive and active lifestyle; the activities taught are designed to benefit students and to help promote safe and lifelong healthy exercise habits. It is also designed to enrich and challenge students to perform at their peak potential through team and individual sports. Fitness: This class is offered to challenge students to be physically fit and develop lifelong fitness habits. Students will set individual fitness goals and track their progress. Students will have the opportunity to exercise and build strength through various activities on a daily basis. This class is designed to teach lifelong habits that improve confidence, fitness, and endurance. Business Department Personal Finance (12th): This class is designed to introduce students to proper stewardship of individual resources and money management. This course explains how to correctly allocate resources through giving, saving, and spending. Students are taught the proper way to structure and apply a personal budget. Personal Finance students are also challenged to research post secondary education and career options. Introduction to business (elective) This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business and entrepreneurship. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects.