Environmental Science A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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This course is designed to introduce students to the history of environmental science in the United States, ecological interactions and succession , environmental change , adaptation, and biogeochemical cycles. Students will learn about the importance of environmental science as an interdisciplinary field. They will describe the importance of biodiversity to the survival of organisms, and learn about ecological pyramids . They will discuss the effects of climate change and explore different types of adaptation . They will describe the steps of the water cycle, and discuss how carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycle in the global environment.

Physical Science A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED

In this course, you will have the opportunity to explore the characteristics of objects and materials that you encounter daily. You will gain an understanding of the nature of matter and energy, including their forms, the changes they undergo, and their interactions. You will develop an understanding of the fundamental laws of motion, knowledge of the various ways energy is stored in a system, and the processes by which energy is transferred between systems and surroundings. You will participate in regular in-person labs (with materials available at home or a school lab site), and experience experiments that are supplemented with other virtual reality experiences.

Physics A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED

This course helps learners understand the technological world in which they live and take an informed interest in science and scientific developments. You will learn about the basic principles of physics through a mix of theoretical and practical studies. You will also gain an understanding of how science is studied and practiced, and become aware that the results of scientific research can have both good and bad effects on individuals, communities, and the environment. You will participate in regular in-person labs (with materials available at home or a school lab site), and experience experiments that are supplemented with other virtual reality experiences.

Science 6 A/B

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ONE-CREDIT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
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This inquiry- and lab-based course is designed to support modern science curriculum and teaching practices. It robustly meets NGSS learning standards associated with a sixth-grade integrated science course, focusing on basic physical science, Earth and space science, and ecosystems. Content topics include structure and properties of matter, forces and motion, the Earth and space, the history of the Earth, the interdependence of ecosystems, and weather and climate.

Science 7 A/B

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ONE-CREDIT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
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This inquiry- and lab-based course is designed to support modern science curriculum and teaching practices. It robustly meets NGSS learning standards associated with a seventh-grade integrated science course, focusing on cells, the life cycle, nutrition, chemical reactions, force fields, and energy. Content topics include cells and human body systems, the life cycle, nutrition and energy, chemical reactions, force fields, and energy.

Science 8 A/B

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ONE-CREDIT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
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This inquiry- and lab-based course is designed to support modern science curriculum and teaching practices. It robustly meets NGSS learning standards associated with an eighth-grade integrated science course. Content topics include genes and adaptations, evolution, energy and the Earth, the Earth’s changing climate, waves, and technology and human impacts on the Earth.

Civics A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION

Civics is a one-semester course offering seven units that cover topics including the origins of American government, the structure and function of our government, rights and responsibilities of citizens, the American federal system, political parties and the election process, basic economic principles, and current matters regarding domestic and foreign policy. The course includes a variety of unit and lesson activities that examine the history, culture, and economy of the nation that encourage research and reflection. In these activities, students will examine seminal documents and landmark Supreme Court cases in American political history, analyze changes in federal and executive power over time, explore the political election process and data related to recent voting trends, research and propose a public policy plan, as well as compare and contrast the functions of the national government with state and local governments. The course also prepares students to pass the civics portion of the USCIS Naturalization Test.

U.S. History A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED

This course is divided into two segments in which students will learn about the developments of American History. In segment one, students will learn about the colonial period through industrialization.Students will have the opportunity to engage with historical documents, as well as maps to help them gain a better understanding of the changes of American history. In semester two, students will have the opportunity to engage with historical documents, as well as maps to help them gain a better understanding of the changes of American history.

World Geography A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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In an increasingly interconnected world, equipping students to develop a better understanding of our global neighbors is critical to ensuring that they are college and career ready. These semester-long courses empower students to increase their knowledge of the world in which they live and how its diverse geographies shape the international community. Semester A units begin with an overview of the physical world and the tools necessary to exploring it effectively. Subsequent units survey each continent and its physical characteristics and engage students and encourage them to develop a global perspective.

World History A/B

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ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED

In this course, students will discover that world history is far more than just dates and events—it’s a dynamic story that intertwines cultures, innovations, and the human spirit across time. From the beginning of human civilizations to the complexities of the contemporary world, history is a living, breathing narrative that shapes our past, present, and future.