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GT/ Honors Precalculus (S. Torres)
This course combines algebra and geometry concepts to further explore functions, equations, and limits. Through the use of various representations and technology, students solve problems and understand mathematical relationships. Topics covered include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, as well as inverse and second-degree equations.
AP English Language III (B. Marquez)
AP English Language and Composition (English III AP) introduces students to college-level rhetoric and writing. The course focuses on developing evidence-based analytic and argumentative essays, following the writing process and multiple drafts. Students learn to evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Additionally, they work on honing their personal writing style by making grammatically appropriate choices.
Engineering Design and Problem-Solving (F. Casillas)
Engineering design involves considering limiting factors or "design under constraint," where various engineering disciplines tackle a wide range of design problems using concepts from science and mathematics. The design process and problem-solving are fundamental to all engineering fields. In some cases, students may need to pass safety tests to demonstrate full mastery before participating in lessons that involve equipment or tools.
AP Physics I (T. Jackson)
AP Physics 1 is an introductory college-level physics course that utilizes algebra as its mathematical framework. Students develop their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations. The course covers topics such as Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion), work, energy, and power, mechanical waves and sound, as well as introductory concepts related to simple circuits.
AP US History
This college-level U.S. History course provides comprehensive coverage from the exploration period to the present. It examines significant historical, cultural, social, and political events that have shaped the United States. Additionally, the course prepares students to take the US History AP Exam in May as well as the STAAR exam for US History.
AP Chemistry (C. Duesing)
The course covers college-level concepts in inorganic and organic chemistry, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, as well as reaction rates and thermodynamics. The laboratory program includes both confirmatory activities and inquiry investigations. Through hands-on laboratory experiences, students will develop a practical understanding of chemistry concepts and principles. In addition, the course prepares students for the AP Chemistry exam in May.
Latin II Honors (K. Kile)
Latin II Honors builds upon the Latin II curriculum and aims to enhance students' proficiency in the three modes of communication: reading, writing, and speaking. Students expand their vocabulary and grammatical knowledge to comprehend more complex passages. Oral Latin is emphasized to aid in the comprehension of reading materials. Cultural and world studies remain integral components of the course. By the end of the second year of Honors Latin, students should be capable of understanding and communicating in the target language at an intermediate low level. At this level, students can start constructing original sentences in Latin.
PBL
Fall PBL: Innovations and Inventions PBL
For this PBL, students were required to examine an invention from US History and explore its evolution. Furthermore, students were expected to imagine what this invention would look like in the future based on how this invention progressed through history. Based on their findings, students were expected to create a model of their future innovation, create a professional website, create a timeline, communicate with a professional in a field related to the invention, and explore the math and science concepts behind their invention. Through this PBL students were able to explore how objects are constantly changing throughout history
The Research Proposal was a research paper that needed to be written for our topic. This research proposal outlined why we chose this invention and what the different math and science components present, as well as the history of the invention
This was a model of the kinetograph that my group made. This was a working model of our kinetograph that included a motor that spun the shutter. With this model, we were able to demonstrate how fast the kinetograph that we reimagined in the future would work.
Spring PBL: Six Flags Scavenger Hunt
Through this PBL, we were able to apply the knowledge that we learned throughout the year in math and physics and find real-world applications to concepts learned in these classes. With a long list of items to explore at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, each group was tasked with finding unique applications to parent functions, the Law of Sines, Torque, centripetal motion, and many more math and physics concepts. Additionally, we were required to find three examples of government intervention in the park and write about how certain historical events sparked the need to have certain rules and regulations.
Mini-PBL
Great Gatsby/ 1920's Mini-PBL
For this PBL, students were tasked with exploring if F. Scott Fitzgerald's American Dream is still relevant today in the 21st century. Additionally, students were tasked with creating a newspaper with articles concerning the 1920s and Great Gatsby.
Cheeseboard PBL
For this PBL, students were tasked with creating a flower using polar equations. Students were also required to find a quote that reminded them of a mother figure in their life and write an essay about the quote. For the final project, students were required to laser engrave both the flower and quote onto a cheeseboard.