Description of Courses

SJ2220 Algebra II Honors

NCAA 5.0 Credits MA

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I

This course is designed to give those students who intend to continue in the math sequence an opportunity to build a sound foundation in algebraic functions and concepts for later use in Precalculus and Calculus. The course includes a review of elementary algebraic functions and concepts, which are then applied to polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, radicals, systems of equations, complex numbers, quadratic and polynomial functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. This course is a rigorous and challenging course designed for students of exceptional mathematical abilities. This course moves at an accelerated pace and requires intense focus and commitment to the mathematical concepts presented in Algebra II.

SJ5240 Advanced Placement Calculus

NCAA 5.0 Credits MA

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Precalculus

This Calculus course assumes a prior knowledge and understanding of Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry as well as knowledge of various elementary functions. The topics covered in this program 15 include those in traditional Calculus, as well as additional topics outlined by the College Board for their Calculus AB program. This course is designed to develop the students’ understanding of the concepts of Calculus and provide experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Through the use of the unifying themes of derivatives, integrals, limits, approximation, and applications and modeling, the course becomes a cohesive whole rather than a collection of unrelated topics. Instructional coverage of course content will be both rigorous and fast paced so that students will be prepared to take the AP Test in May.

SJ5140 Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition (Grade 12)

NCAA 5.0 Credits ENG

Prerequisite: A grade of 93 or above in the previous English 11 (Honors).

A proficient score in the most recently taken standardized test and teacher recommendation. This English course is for students who wish to pursue college level studies while still in secondary school. A.P. students will read critically and reflect on their reading through extensive discussion, writing and rewriting. Students will further develop their critical thinking and analytical writing skills in preparation for the A.P. exam in May.

SJ5436 AP Macroeconomics

NCAA 5.0 Credits CCS

This course is reserved for students who have demonstrated superior performance in social studies coursework and proven themselves to be proficient in algebraic concepts. This is an intensive course that provides students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. Emphasis is placed on the study of nation income, and current issues related to macroeconomic measures.

SJ5340 Advanced Placement Physics I

NCAA 6.0 Credits SCI

Science Prerequisite: No prior coursework in Physics is necessary

Math Prerequisite: Students should have completed Geometry and be currently taking Algebra II or an equivalent course.

This course is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of Physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics in two dimensions: in two-dimensions: kinematics, dynamics, circular motion, gravitation, energy, momentum, simple harmonic motion, rotational motion, electric charge, DC circuits, mechanical waves and sound.

SJ2938 Criminal Justice

NCAA 5.0 Credits CCS

This course is designed to appeal to students who have indicated an interest in careers in the law enforcement field. These careers would include such areas as police, sheriff’s department, corrections officers, probation and parole officers, lawyers and paralegals. The course is an in-depth examination of the criminal justice and criminal procedures field and will be writing intensive.

SJ2933 Economics

NCAA 2.5 Credits CCS

Economics is an elective offered in the social studies department, studying of the choices and decisions people make about how to use the world’s resources. Understanding economics will help you make informed decisions for yourself and assess the decisions made by others. This course will help you to understand key economic principles and how those principles are put into action in the real world. This course demands responsibility and concentrates on the development of higher order thinking skills.

SJ1130 English 11 Honors

NCAA 5.0 Credits ENG

Prerequisite: A grade of 92 or above in the previous English 10 (Honors).

A proficient score in the most recently taken standardized test and teacher recommendation. The primary focus of this course is an intensive study of American Literature coupled with advanced analytical writing. This course will further develop students’ critical thinking and analytical writing skills using various texts from early to modern American Literature. Study skills for PSAT and SAT will be emphasized.

SJ2141, SJ2147 English 12

NCAA 5.0 Credits ENG

The primary focus of this course is placed on reinforcing and refining skills taught in English 11 as well as preparing students to succeed in their future years in college or in the work force. Students will further develop their critical thinking and analytical writing skills using various texts from early to modern British Literature. College essay writing will be emphasized

SJ5130 English 12 Honors

NCAA 5.0 Credits ENG

The primary focus of this course is an intensive study of British Literature coupled with advanced analytical writing. This course will further develop students’ critical thinking and analytical writing skills using various texts from early to modern British Literature. College essay writing will be emphasized.

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SJ3346 Environmental Science

NCAA 5.0 Credits GEN

Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed Biology

This course is a laboratory-based science class emphasizing the function of the earth’s system. Emphasis is placed on the human interactions with the Earth’s geologic and environmental systems, predictability of a dynamic Earth, origin and evolution of the Earth system and universe, geochemical cycles and energy in the Earth system.

SJ5689 Advanced Placement Environmental Science

NCAA 6.0 Credits SCI

Prerequisite: Biology Honors or Biology, Chemistry Honors or Chemistry

Advanced Placement Environmental Science is an applied science based upon the College Board Curriculum Guide for College Level Environmental Science. The goal of this course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems – both natural and human-influenced – to evaluate the risks associated with these problems and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. This is a lab and field study based course that involves lab skills from Biology and Chemistry. Students will be required to take the Advanced Placement Exam in May.

SJ1248 Financial Algebra

5.0 Credits MA

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry

This course builds on the skills learned in Algebra I and Geometry. The course is designed to develop a strong foundation in logical thinking and problem solving that will enable students to make informed decisions regarding matters of money and finance in their daily lives. This course furthers the development of functions, which include linear, exponential, piece-wise, quadratics, and step functions. Other topics studied include measures of center and spread, graphical representations of data, principles of finance economics, amortization, supply and demand, revenue and profit functions, loans, compound interest and continuous interest, credit card debt, car ownership, and budgets. Strong review of Algebra I formulas with variables, equations, functions, systems of equations, graphs, statistics, and more within a financial context. Students see algebra translated into powerful, financially focused, real world problems. Students see algebra at work within the most critical areas of finance. Students learn about investments, credit, automobile expenses, insurance, income tax, household budgeting, and more while gaining confidence in working with common algebraic functions.

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SJ2937 Law

NCAA 2.5 Credits CCS

A college preparatory course in American Law. Emphasis will be on constitutional law, especially as it relates to the Bill of Rights, Criminal Law, Tort Law, and Contract Law.

SJ2714 Marketing

5.0 Credits CCS

This course is designed primarily for juniors and seniors. This course provides an introduction to the history of American business, economic systems, marketing, activities, the stock market and computerized business activities. This course is of interest to any student who plans to study any of the following areas: business management, marketing, sales and sales management, advertising, labor relations, transportation and finance.

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SJ5250 Honors Statistics

NCAA 5.0 Credits MA

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry

This is a rigorous and challenging elective course for those who have successfully completed Algebra II. It is designed for the student of exceptional mathematical ability that is interested in pursuing a career in business, marketing, psychology, mathematics or any field requiring data analysis. This course provides advanced students with an in-depth level of instruction and an accelerated pace with an intense approach to the requirements of the Statistics program.

SJ3431 U.S. History II

NCAA 5.0 Credits HIS

United States History II is designed as a survey course beginning with the Emergence of Modern America: Progressive Reforms and continuing to current times. This course provides students with a framework for studying political, social, economic and cultural issues and for analyzing the impact these have had on American society. This course concentrates on the development of historical higher order thinking as a continuum from U.S. History I.

SJ5420 U.S. History II Honors

NCAA 5.0 Credits HIS

Prerequisite: A grade of 84 or above in US History I or US History I Honors and teacher recommendation.

This course is an in-depth study of United States history from the age of imperialism in the late 1800s to the modern day. Students will study the economic, political and cultural changes of the time period and learn to approach American history through analyzing diverse perspectives.