Students taking this course will learn to: Understand that all themes and scenarios found in historical literature can be applied to modern literature and that these themes transcend time. World Literature introduces students to influential world literature from ancient times through the present. Included will be a discussion of the major historical, cultural, intellectual, and political events that shaped this literature. Students will analyze and evaluate classical world literature with respect to themselves and also analyze and evaluate world literature in relation to global contexts.

~To equip students with realistic lifelong skills that will enable them to function competently in a language other than their own and communicate and compete effectively in the global community and marketplace.

∼ To instill a greater awareness of their own culture and the cultures of others.

∼ To enrich students’ lives by increasing their appreciation for language and culture.

The Chemistry and Visual Arts Study (ChemVAS) curriculum is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of art, chemistry and the laboratory experiences which will prepare them for further study in the sciences and arts. Topics to be studied include the classification and structure of matter, atomic theory, the periodic table, bonding, chemical formulas and nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermodynamics, and acids and bases, foundations of art, drawing, and painting. We will explore each of the science topics creatively intertwining the visual arts standards throughout the course. Through a variety of lesson formats and assignments, students will have the opportunity to develop their problem-solving skills, creativity, laboratory techniques, and written and verbal communication skills.

This integrated course provides students with a comprehensive survey of the physical and human aspects of the world’s history through a literal lens. Through this course, students will be exposed to historical events from around the world that shape and influence current societies and cultures. They will create literary works that will be published and become a lasting part of their own history and legacy.

Many students ask the question, “Why should I learn Algebra?” While there are several valid arguments for learning Algebra, we should remember that Algebra helps us build skills to solve more complex problems. Algebra is linked to many other subjects, specifically engineering and scientific fields. In this Algebra course, we will study quadratic and polynomial functions and rational and radical relationships. In the last three units, we will study exponential and logarithmic functions, mathematical modeling and inferences and conclusions from data. Throughout the course, problem-solving skills will be practiced over and over again.