English Courses
English 9/10 (Single Semester)
Alexandra M.
Mon, Wed, Fri
11:45am - 1:00pm PST
Class Experience
In English 10, students read a variety of informational and fictional texts, including both classic and contemporary works. Throughout the course, we dive deeply to examine essential themes that have appeared in literature and our everyday lives over the years. We discuss how these themes develop in the text and are shaped by specific events and character interactions. Students continue to build strong and practical communication skills through class discussions, presentations, and writing. Finally, we continuously practice vocabulary and grammar to benefit the development of our communication skills.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Other Things To Know
- Letter Grades
- Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
- Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials. Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended.
What To Bring
- Textbook, workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
Senior English (Single Semester)
Alexandra M.
Tue, Thu
8:45am - 10:00am PST
Class Experience
In English 12 (Senior), students read a variety of informational and fictional texts, including both classic and contemporary works.
Throughout the course, we dive deeply to examine essential themes that have appeared in literature and our everyday lives over the years. We
discuss how these themes develop in the text and are shaped by specific events and character interactions. Students continue to build strong
and practical communication skills through class discussions, presentations, and writing. Finally, we continuously practice vocabulary and
grammar to benefit the development of our communication skills.
Other Things To Know
Letter Grades
Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials.
Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended.
- Textbook, workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
Math Courses
Algebra 1 (Single Semester)
Connor P.
9th - 12th grade
Mon, Wed, Fri
8:45am - 10:00am PST
Class Experience
Algebra I is a one-year course that builds on arithmetic skills and algebraic concepts taught in earlier grades. This is a foundational course to prepare students for all subsequent mathematics courses. Students will be introduced to topics including: writing and evaluating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations and inequalities, graphing linear functions, and solving and graphing quadratic functions.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Class Requirements
- Student should have completed Pre-Algebra
What To Bring
- Textbook, Graph workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
Geometry (Single Semester)
Sierra B.
9th - 12th grade
Mon, Wed, Fri
8:45am - 10:00am PST
Class Experience
Geometry is the mathematical study of shapes and angles. Understanding geometry helps students appreciate the complexity of the world around them. We will be studying translational geometry as well as logical argumentation, angles, two-dimensional shapes, three-dimensional figures, probability, and the application of formulas along with some basic trigonometry. There will be homework, but it will often be assigned for completion in class. Further understanding will be assessed through projects and tests.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Class Requirements
- Student should have completed Algebra 1
What To Bring
- Textbook, Graph workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
Science Courses
Biology / Lab (Single Semester)
Sierra B.
9th - 12th grade
Mon, Wed, Fri
10:00am - 11:15am PST
Class Experience
Biology is the study of living things. This course prepares students to understand the basics of how life grows, forms, and transforms energy. Throughout the course, we will examine basic scientific concepts, including hypothesizing and questioning, as we explore cellular function, energy, and genetics. We will also study DNA, proteins, anatomy, life history, microbiology, plants, and animals. Comprehension will be evaluated through homework, projects, labs, quizzes, and tests. The biology lab is a supplemental course and a corequisite to the biology class. It is a hands-on study of the systems we will be learning about in class. The labs are comprised of introductory readings, projects, and post-lab questions to assess for comprehension. A mandatory lab safety contract will be reviewed at the start of the semester.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Additional Information
Letter Grades
Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials.
Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended.
- Textbook, workbook, other materials and lab kits will be provided at a fee of $150
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
Health (Single Semester)
Sierra B.
9th - 12th grade
Tue, Thu
8:45am - 10:00am PST
Class Experience
Health is the science of caring for human bodies and humanity as a whole. Although a textbook is listed below, students are not required to have a copy; the book will be provided in class as needed for specific assignments. Class work will be based on assignments pertinent to the topics. These topics include nutrition and physical health, stress and mental/emotional health, community and relational health, substance abuse, and a brief introduction to anatomy, including reproduction and sex education. The course will conclude by examining communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases, human immunity, and personal safety.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Other Things To Know
Letter Grades
Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials.
Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended
- No textbook will be needed for this class. Material cost will be $25
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
History Courses
US History (Single Semester)
Andre S.
9th - 12th grade
Mon, Wed, Fri
11:45am - 1:00pm PST
Class Experience
This class is dedicated to learning the history of the United States. It will seek to understand the topic by examining the political,
social, economic, cultural, and intellectual perspectives that have shaped the United States from Reconstruction to the present day. In
turn, this class will strive to provide a survey of American history, allowing students to develop their knowledge of the United States,
connecting the past to the present, and attempting to make sense of the complex nation that is the United States.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Other Things To Know
Letter Grades
Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials.
Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended.
- Textbook, workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
World History (Single Semester)
Andre S.
9th - 12th grade
Mon, Wed, Fri
10:00am - 11:15am PST
Class Experience
This class is dedicated to understanding World History from the Renaissance to the present day. As this class addresses the history of
humanity, it will be divided up into regions of the World and thematic topics to help students gain a comprehensive and manageable
understanding of World History. The themes will be revolution, religion, global connections, the Industrial Revolution, Nationalism, systems
of government, Imperialism, Wars, Globalization, Social Issues, the Environment, and technology. While it is not possible to cover all
countries and major human events in human history during a year-long history class, this class will strive to provide a comprehensive
approach to World History and empower students to explore further historical study about our dynamic human history.
Notes
Additional details will be sent a week before the semester commences
Other Things To Know
Students should prepare for 2 hours of homework weekly
Cancellations/refunds are allowed within 2 weeks of start but subject to a 50% fee, including materials. Switching classes is permitted but subject to a $45 admin fee, plus the prorated fee for any class attended.
- Textbook, workbook and other materials will be provided at a fee of $75
- Students are encouraged to use a hard printed textbook for easy access
- Student needs to have a computer and internet access to review classwork and homework
