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2016-2017 High School Course Catalog

LITERATURE

AP English Literature and Composition*AP LIT 23.06507*This Advanced Placement Literature and Composition course is designed to teach beginning-college writing through the fundamentals of rhetorical theory, and follows the curricularrequirements described in the AP English Course Description. Students will talk essentially everyday about some vital aspect of writing, including: invention and the artistic proofs (ethos,pathos, logos), disposition or structure, and style (diction, syntax, figurative language,mechanics).

The kinds of writings in this course are varied, but include writing to understand, writing toexplain, and writing to evaluate. All critical writing asks that students evaluate the effectivenessof a literary piece, but to be an effective evaluator, one must understand and explain. Theessence of scholarship is the combination of these three approaches to writing.

Therefore, students will write a good deal and will revise certain pieces of writing into polishedfinal drafts. In the process of writing, students will be exposed to conscious choice of dictionand the appropriate use of words, ability to create varied and effective syntactic structures,capacity for coherence and logical organization, ability to balance generalizations with specificand illustrative details, and overall, ability to combine rhetorical processes into an effectivewhole.

AP Language and Composition*AP LANG 23.04307*The Advanced Placement English Language and Composition course is designed to teachintroductory college-level rhetoric and writing, with instruction in the development ofevidence-based analytic and argumentative essays. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite

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research to support their arguments in their writing. Additionally, students read and analyzerhetorical elements, i.e. purpose, audience, and context, in many different forms of non-fiction,fiction, images, and other multimedia forms. Through close reading, students examine pathos,logos, and ethos of each work. In the process of writing, students will be exposed to consciouschoice of diction and the appropriate use of words, ability to create varied and effectivesyntactic structures, capacity for coherence and logical organization, ability to balancegeneralizations with specific and illustrative details, and overall, ability to combine rhetoricalprocesses into an effective whole.

American LiteratureAM LIT 23.05107This course is designed to examine American Literature from the early Americans to present.The pace is rapid and the work demanding. This comprehensive course will focus on criticalreading and analysis and the acquisition of various literary terms and rhetorical strategies.The writing focus will be on research, reflective compositions, and literary analysis. Throughwriting, students will demonstrate understanding of written convention. With every piece ofliterature, the biblical worldview will be discussed and analyzed as it is represented in the work.Some examples of literature that will be read and discussed are: Death of a Salesman, TheScarlet Letter, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Great Gatsby, Narrative of Frederick Douglass,The Crucible, short stories, letters, and poetry.

British LiteratureBRIT LIT 23.05207This course is designed to examine British Literature from Old English to present day. The paceis rapid and the work demanding. This comprehensive course will focus on critical reading,analysis, and the acquisition of various literary terms and rhetorical strategies. The writingfocus will be on research, reflective compositions, and literary analysis. Through writing,students will demonstrate understanding of written convention. With every piece of literature,the biblical worldview will be discussed and analyzed as it is represented in the work. Someexamples of literature that will be read and discussed are: Utopia, Canterbury Tales, Hamlet,Gulliver’s Travels, Paradise Lost, The Divine Comedy, Importance of Being Earnest, WutheringHeights, poetry (Keats, Shelley, Wordsworth).

Introduction to LiteratureINTRO LIT 23.06107This course is designed to expose students to a wide variety of literary genres. The pace is rapidand the work demanding. This comprehensive course includes a survey of literature focusing oncritical reading and analysis and the acquisition of various literary terms and rhetoricalstrategies. The writing focus will be on research, reflective compositions, and literary analysis.Through writing, students will demonstrate understanding of written convention and theresearch process. With every piece of literature, the biblical worldview will be presented andanalyzed through discussion and critical analysis. Some examples of works that will be studiedare: Romeo and Juliet, Animal Farm, A Separate Peace, Great Expectations, Dr. Jekyll and Mr.Hyde, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Silas Marner, as well as poetry, short stories, etc.

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World LiteratureWRLD LIT 23.06307This course is designed to examine literature from many different writers and viewpoints fromaround the world. The pace is rapid and the work demanding. This comprehensive course willfocus on critical reading and analysis and the acquisition of various literary terms and rhetoricalstrategies. The writing focus will be on research, reflective compositions, and literary analysis.Through writing, students will demonstrate an understanding of written convention. With everypiece of literature, the biblical worldview will be discussed and analyzed as it is represented inthe work. Some examples of literature that will be read and discussed are: Julius Caesar, Lord ofthe Flies, Frankenstein, Night, A Doll's House, Things Fall Apart, The Chosen, short stories, andpoetry. Students will also choose books for outside reading and a project to be completed each9 weeks grading period.

SCIENCE

AP Biology*AP BIOL 26.01407*AP Biology is a college-level course designed to challenge junior or senior level students toextend their knowledge of biological theory and processes beyond the level of introductoryscience classes. The primary emphasis in AP Biology is placed on understanding concepts ratherthan memorizing terms and technical details. The course is based on four “Big Ideas,” whichencompass core scientific principles, theories, and processes: biological evolution, cellularprocesses: energy and communication, genetics and information transfer, and ecology andinteractions. The laboratory component of the course consists of 12 laboratories with specificobjectives produced by the AP Biology Development Committee to provide a standard.Students are required to take the AP exam administered in May. Students will explore theseconcepts through an inquiry approach and with a biblical perspective.Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry

Anatomy and Physiology*ANAT 26.07307*The Human Anatomy and Physiology course is a laboratory science course and is designed tocontinue student investigations that began in grades K-8 and high school biology. This courseintegrates the study of the structures and functions of the human body, however rather thanfocusing on distinct anatomical and physiological systems (respiratory, nervous, etc.) instructionfocuses on the essential requirements for life. Areas of study include organization of the body;protection, support and movement; providing internal coordination and regulation; processingand transporting; and reproduction, growth and development. Chemistry is integratedthroughout anatomy. Careers related to medicine, research, health-care and modern medicaltechnology are emphasized whenever possible. Case studies concerning diseases, disorders andailments (i.e. real-life applications) are emphasized.

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BiologyBIOL 26.01207Biology is a laboratory science course that investigates the relationship between structure and functionfrom molecules to organisms and systems, as well as the interdependence and interactions of biotic andabiotic components of the environment. Students explore biological concepts through an inquiryapproach and with a biblical perspective. A basic understanding in this subject allows the Christian togain a better perspective of the complexity, harmony, and order God employs in His creation. Goodscientific thinking mirrors good Biblical thinking. In this class, these thinking and analytical skills will bedeveloped, studied, and evaluated.

Chemistry*CHEM 40.05107*Chemistry is a laboratory science course that investigates the fundamental concepts of physicalchemistry. Topics include but are not limited to: matter, atomic structure and bonding,molecular structure and properties, physical and chemical changes, behavior of gases,stoichiometry, solution chemistry, acids and bases, and chemical formulas and equations.Students will explore these concepts through an inquiry approach and with a biblicalperspective. A basic understanding in this subject allows the Christian to gain a betterperspective of the complexity, harmony, and order God employs in His creation. Good scientificthinking mirrors good Biblical thinking. In this class, laboratory procedures, classification andmeasurement skills, predicting outcomes, and applications of chemistry in daily life will beemphasized.Pre-requisite: Algebra I

Environmental ScienceENV SCI 26.06117The Environmental Science course is a laboratory science course, and is designed to extendstudent investigations that began in grades K-8. The curriculum is extensively performance, laband field based. It integrates the study of many components of our environment, including thehuman impact on our planet. Instruction focuses on student data collection and analysis. Someconcepts are global; in those cases, interpretation of global data sets from scientific sources isstrongly recommended. Resources on the Internet for global data sets and interactive modelsare utilized. Chemistry, physics, mathematical, and technological concepts are integratedthroughout the course. Whenever possible, careers related to environmental science areemphasized.

Physics*PHY 40.08107*In this laboratory science course, students will be exploring and studying the science of physics,which is considered the “fundamental science”. The science of physics attempts to understandin detail how everything in the universe interacts with everything else. This course will focusmore on students exploring, developing, and applying concepts rather than strict mathematicalcomputation. Although this course is conceptual in its framework, students will be expected toperform some algebraic computations to further enhance their conceptual understanding.

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MATH

AP Calculus AB*AP CAL 27.07207*This course is concerned with developing the student’s understanding of limits and theirproperties, continuity, derivatives and their techniques, integration and its techniques, andapplications for all elementary functions of one variable. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressedAnalytically, geometrically, numerically, and verbally. Graphing calculators will be used as a toolto assist with problem solving. Real life applications and extensive graphing will be includedthroughout the course.Pre-requisite: Pre-Calculus

Algebra IALG I 27.06107Man’s ability to understand and work with numbers, as well as with other subjects, is a giftfrom God. Through this course, students explore properties of real numbers, solve equations(two step, multistep, variables on both sides), solve inequalities, solve and graph solutions,explore graphs and functions, linear functions – slope intercept form, point slope form,standard form, systems of linear functions – solve by graphing, substitution, elimination,properties of exponents, use polynomials (add, subtract and multiply), explore factoring, andexplore quadratic functions (graph and solve quadratic equations).

Algebra IIALG II 27.06407Man’s ability to understand and work with numbers, as well as with other subjects, is a giftfrom God. This comprehensive program reviews and extends key Algebra I concepts and skillsat the beginning of the course, extends work with rational and radical expressions, eliminationand matrices, explores quadratic functions and their transformations, explores polynomialfunctions, introduces complex numbers and logarithms, and thoroughly explores conic sections.Pre-requisite: Algebra I

Discrete Math*DIS MATH 27.06907*In Discrete Math, students will prepare for ACT/SAT tests by reviewing the following:Algebra (simplifying expressions and solving linear equations and inequalities and quadraticequations, graphing functions and systems of equations, radical expressions and equationsexponential and logarithmic equations); Geometry (coordinate planes, points, lines angles,polygons, triangle congruence, perimeter, circumference, area, volume, right triangletrigonometry)Students also study new objectives: Counting Methods and Probability Theory, (permutations,combinations, probability, expected value), Statistics (sampling, frequency distribution,measures of dispersion), Set Theory (set concepts, Venn diagrams, set operations), logic(statements, truth tables, arguments and diagrams), number representation, (early number

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systems, positional systems, number bases, computation), and personal finance (Dave Ramsey’scourse Financial Peace)

GeometryGEOM 27.06307In Geometry, students investigate basic geometry (measure segments and angles, completebasic constructions), explore reasoning (inductive & deductive reasoning, write statements anddefinitions & apply reasoning), parallel and perpendicular lines (investigate properties andprove lines parallel/perpendicular, construct parallel and perpendicular lines, review slopes ofparallel and perpendicular lines) examine properties of triangle congruency (determine iftriangle are congruent, find missing measures based on triangle congruence), examinerelationships with triangles (mid-segments, bisectors, concurrent lines, medians, altitudes;inequalities in triangles), classify polygons and quadrilaterals (polygon angle sums), proveclassifications based on quadrilateral properties, investigate special quadrilaterals, use ratiosand proportions to determine similar triangles, use right triangle trigonometry, find area ofpolygons and circles, and find surface area and volume of three dimensional figures

Pre-Calculus*PRE-CAL 27.06707*This course expands on the student’s knowledge of Algebra II skills and introduces morecomplex functions including trigonometric functions and their applications. Conic sections andSequences and Series will also be included. Limits and their properties will be introduced.Graphing calculators will be used as a tool to assist with problem solving. Real life applicationsand extensive graphing will be included throughout the course.

HISTORY

AP United States History*AP USHIS 45.08207*This course is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledgenecessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in U.S. History. The programprepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands uponthem equivalent to those made by full-year introductory college courses. Students should learnto assess historical materials-their relevance to a given interpretive problem, reliability, andimportance-and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship.This AP U.S. History course should thus develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions onthe basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly andpersuasively in essay format.

American GovernmentAM GOVN 45.05707This course will provide a survey of American Government. Students will begin by analyzing thephilosophical foundation of American Government and comparing and contrasting that

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perspective with a Biblical Worldview. Students will then survey the three branches ofgovernment as detailed in the Constitution as well as the evolution of government since the18th century. The course will conclude with a simulation of the American criminal justiceprocess through participation in a Mock Trial.

American HistoryAM HIS 45.08107This course is a survey of American History. During the fall semester, the course will survey thehistorical development of the United States from European colonization through the SpanishAmerican War. The spring semester will commence with an overview of America’s economicand political status at the turn of the century and conclude with a review of American politicssince Vietnam. The study will be conducted using the perspective of a Biblical Worldview.

EconomicsECON 45.061007This course will provide a survey of Economics. The focus will be on grasping the vocabulary andlogic of the economic process and synthesizing that information with a Biblical worldview. TheBiblical rationale for conservative economics will be contrasted with more liberal radicalalternatives throughout the semester.

Modern World HistoryMOD WRLD H 45.09997This course is a survey of world history. During the first semester, the emphasis will be on earlymodern Europe during the Enlightenment through the 19th century. The spring semester willcommence with an analysis of WWI and the Marxist revolution in Russia and end with a surveyof the contemporary world. While attention will be paid to non-Western cultures, the bulk ofthe study will focus on the development of Western Civilization and its impact on the world.The study will be conducted using the perspective of a Biblical Worldview.

World HistoryWRLD HIS 45.08307This course is a survey of world history. During fall semester, the emphasis will be onprehistory and ancient civilizations, primarily the cultures of the Ancient Near East, cultures ofthe Far East, Greece, and Rome. The semester will conclude with a brief survey of MedievalEurope. The spring semester will commence with an analysis of the history of Islam andconclude with a survey of the absolutists governments of Europe in the 17th century. Whileattention will be paid to non-Western cultures, the bulk of the study will focus on thedevelopment of Western Civilization and its impact on the world. The study will be conductedusing the perspective of a Biblical Worldview.

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BIBLE

ApologeticsAPOL APOLThis course is a survey of six contemporary philosophical worldviews (Christianity, Islam,Marxism, Humanism, New Age, and Postmodernism) in the following areas: theology,philosophy, ethics, science, psychology, sociology, political science, economics, law, and history.It is designed to equip Christians in knowing why they believe what they believe as well asconfronting other worldviews with the Gospel in grace, truth, and love.

New TestamentBIB NT 23.02507A survey of the New Testament: Students will study the Canon of the New TestamentScriptures, Intertestamental history, reading the New Testament and surveying the content ofeach New Testament book, and the discipline of exegesis (the process of inductively analyzing abiblical text to determine the author's intended meaning and then the proper application ofthat meaning) as a skill of discipleship to know the Scriptures and ground themselves in athoroughly Christian worldview.

Old TestamentBIB OT 23.02407Old Testament Survey is an overview of the 39 books of the Old Testament. Emphasis will beplaced on student understanding and comprehension of Creation, The Fall of Man, The Flood,History of Israel, Major Biblical Characters, Events of Biblical History, and God’s RedemptivePlan for Mankind. The course will be taught from an apologetics viewpoint.

Systematic TheologySTHEO STHEOThis course is an introduction to and study of the doctrines of Christianity as a guide fororthodoxy. In this study, students will understand in detail the doctrine of the Word of God, thedoctrines of God, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit and mankind, the doctrine of the application ofredemption, the doctrine of the church, and the doctrine of the future.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Spanish ISPAN I 60.07107In this class, students will speak, listen, comprehend, read and write about familiar activities inSpanish. To this end, students will acquire vocabulary for basic and common conversations,then understand and apply needed grammar skills, including but not limited to present tenseverb conjugation, description (adjective agreement in gender and number), and sentencestructure. The culture and people of Hispanic countries are explored as well as geographicallocations and features. The basic text is Realidades I, with its audio and visual components,

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supplemented by the Holy Bible in Spanish, individual authentic Spanish Christian calendars,and experiences with music, food, games, role-playing and many interactive learner-centeredactivities. Students are encouraged to practice together and to support one another’s learning.

Spanish II*SPAN II 60.07207*In this class, students will further develop their ability to speak, listen, comprehend, read andwrite about familiar activities in Spanish. Emphasis is on ever increasing vocabulary, andsolidifying and expanding upon the grammatical concepts of Spanish I. Students will utilize thepreterite tense, the imperfect tense, commands, comparisons, reflexive verbs, various types ofpronouns, and more. Culture and geography continue to be explored. Beyond the text seriesRealidades II, students use the Santa Biblia including scripture memorization, and work withother authentic materials—for example, Christian calendars and the Celebremos Su Gloriahymnal. They experience other music, poetry, guests, videos, food, language games, web-based activities, creating mini-dramas, and participating frequently in interactive learner-centered activities. In addition, level-appropriate mini-novels are studied.Pre-requisite: Spanish I

Spanish III*SPAN III 60.07307*Spanish III will be a language immersion class. With goals of expanding grammaticalunderstanding and greatly increasing your vocabulary, the class will include cultural info,reading, presenting, use of authentic material, carrying out Biblically Christian activities inSpanish--prayer, song, scripture memorization--journaling, and it will be conversation intensive.The students often meet in a “roundtable” style environment. Spanish III is intended to be anencouraging environment for all to strive for excellence and growth in our knowledge, our faith,and genuine communication skills.Pre-requisite: Spanish II

Spanish IVSPAN IV 60.07407Spanish IV is an opportunity for the serious Spanish student to go further in all the areas offoreign language competency: comprehension of written and spoken Spanish, production ofwritten and verbal expression. The students will acquire further grammatical knowledge,increase vocabulary, and increase fluency in conversation and presentation. In addition,students will acquire broader cultural knowledge of Spanish-speaking countries, includingliterature.Pre-requisite: Spanish III

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FINE ARTS

BandBAND 53.03717Traditional Jazz/Pep Band continues the musical growth of high school students who arelearning proper technique for playing brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Studentswill study traditional American band literature, including Jazz and Rock genres and have theopportunity to perform at Unity football games, Christmas, and Spring concerts for the UCScommunity which will serve as Final Exam Assessment. Advanced students will explore musictheory, arranging, and composition. This course is mandatory for all Roaring Lions members.Pre-requisite: must have completed 2 years Band or private instruction method and/or beeligible to participate in “Roaring Lions” Pep Band.

ChorusCHORUS 54.02117High school chorus participation offers students instruction in overall musicianship, ensembleand solo vocal technique, music theory (music reading/sight-reading, ear training, scales,musical terms and symbols), singing posture, multi-language, diction, ensemble/solo repertoireknowledge and appreciation, concert etiquette, historical and societal significance of music,personal responsibility, cooperation, and teamwork. The skills learned in class will culminate inperformances of choral music literature appropriate for the voicing and level of each ensemble.Choir members are required to attend all concerts and after school rehearsals.

Drama/Acting IDRAMA 52.06107This course is designed to give students an overview of theatre arts with an emphasis inperformance. Students will be introduced to topics in the history of American theatre,the roles in the theatre, types of stages, analyzing texts, auditioning, and theatre terms.In addition, students will practice physical and vocal techniques to improve theirperformance abilities. Students will be expected to complete individual assignments aswell as work in ensemble with their peers. All students will perform scenes andmonologues, and will participate to their full ability in class activities. Students willleave the class with a higher level of confidence and stronger communication skills.

Graphic Art & DesignGR ART/DES 50.07217Graphic Design is a class that teaches art and technology. In this class students will use designas a creative process in communication. Students will also explore various methods used tocreate and combine words, symbols, and images to create a visual representation of ideas andmessages. Students will use the basic elements and principles of art and also learn how to usethe computer programs Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. This class teaches the basics ofGraphic Design through an illustrative and corporate view.

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Music Theory and CompositionMUS COMP 53.02207This course is designed to give the student the necessary skills in learning to read music andperformance techniques required to arrange, compose and record music from Intermediate toadvanced levels. In addition, the student will learn the analysis, composition and history ofAmerican music and Composers of sacred and secular settings, and for Chamber program musicand Pop song form.

Steel Drum BandST BAND ST BANDThis course is designed to give the student the necessary skills in learning to read music andperformance techniques on the steel drums from beginner to advanced levels. In addition, thestudent will learn the history and development of this newest and most unique instrumental artform. Students will have the opportunity to perform at least once per semester in concert orfield trip showcase which will serve as the Final Exam Assessment. Qualified students areinvited to join “Lions of Steel”.

Studio ArtSTUD ART 50.03137This introductory course of the visual arts is taught in a lecture/“hands on” fashion withemphasis on drawing, the elements and principles of art and design. Students will enjoyparticipating in a wide variety of techniques and styles from impressionism and realism toabstract and pop art. They will be exposed to famous historical artists and movements like theRenaissance movement and the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Titian(Tiziano Vecellio) and Raphel (Raffaelo Sanzioof). Students will also be introduced to 20thcentury movements and artists such as the conceptual art movement with the examples ofJackson Pollock’s drip paintings and Andy Warhol’s pop art. While continually being challengedwith basic art criticism and aesthetic valuing, students will compare and contrast famous worksas well as their own studio projects against the foundation of our Biblical Christian perspective.Issues concerning art, the functions of art, the meanings and the power of using visual art as alight to the world, will be ongoing topics. Students will be constantly encouraged to find theirown God-given style and technique, through constantly engaging in “hands on” studioproduction.

Studio MusicSTU MUSIC 53.02107This course is available for high school students who want to continue their music instructionand appreciation beyond the year required for fine art credit fulfillment. Students who want todedicate more time and receive more professional instruction in their chosen instrument honetheir skills through taking Studio Music. This course includes a unit an introduction to musiccomposition which gives students the opportunity to compose their own musical works. Thestudent will become more proficient in performance on Brass, Woodwind, or Percussioninstruments.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Health & FitnessHEALTH 17.01107The purpose of the Health course is to present the Bible as the foundation for a healthylifestyle. This course will deal with the integration of the physical, mental, social, and spiritualdimensions of life and offer students the skills necessary for personal health and well-being andthe prevention and treatment of injury. As students develop knowledge of God as Creator theywill develop an attitude of respect of the human body for it is “fearfully and wonderfully made”(Psalm 103). Students will investigate how health and science pertain to the human body. Theywill recognize and analyze the importance of and develop a desire for spiritual, mental andsocial health developing a healthy lifestyle in each area of life. Students will realize they arecalled as stewards of their bodies and are responsible for their actions, attitudes, and thoughts.

Physical EducationPE 36.01107Students will learn techniques in exercising and show minimal improvement in the tenrecognized fitness domains of Cardiovascular and Respiratory, agility, balance, speed,coordination, power, endurance, flexibility, strength, and accuracy. Students will also be able toidentify personal strengths and begin to learn of their individual preferences in lifetime physicalactivities. Students will learn of sports etiquette and sportsmanship as well.

ELECTIVES

Advanced YearbookYRBK ADV ADV YRBKThis is a year-long course with an emphasis on the study of journalism, journalistic writing,photojournalism, and graphic design and layout. Students in Advanced Yearbook have alreadycompleted a year in the Yearbook class. Second-year students in Advanced Yearbook lend moreknowledge and experience to the process and are thus given more responsibility andleadership. Students will be responsible for the production, publication, and marketing of theschool yearbook. This includes but is not limited to: taking pictures, creating layouts,interviewing other students, selling advertisements, and distributing books/newspapers. Theyearbook is created online; a home internet connection is recommended.

Leadership 101LEAD LEADThis course is a basic introduction to leadership. It is designed to be applied practically as thesemester progresses through student involvement in Student Council (which will meetseparately). The goal is to foster a Biblical worldview of leadership while simultaneouslyproviding leadership experience. Currently, Leadership 101 is offered for enrichment and notfor a unit of credit.

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YearbookYRBK YRBKIn this course students will gain skills in one or more of the following areas: page design,advanced publishing techniques, copy writing, editing and photography while producing acreative, innovative yearbook which records school memories and events. There is an emphasison journalism skills in this class! Participants gain useful, real world skills in time management,marketing, teamwork, and design principles.

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LANGUAGE ARTS

English 606 ENGStudents will gain command of the fundamental tools of writing, including vocabulary,grammar, and mechanics. We will cover the writing process, including how to organize andformat a paper. Students will be introduced to different modes of writing through reading, classdiscussion, and writing practice. We will read and analyze great literary works, including Out ofthe Dust, A Christmas Carol, and The Hiding Place. With every piece of literature, the biblicalworldview will be discussed and analyzed as it is represented in the work.

English 707 ENGIn this class, students will gain command of the fundamentals of grammar and mechanics withthe English language and how to apply those effectively in their writing. This class will go overthe different modes of writing and give students the opportunity to practice and becomeproficient in different styles of writing. Students will also learn the conventions of the writingprocess and how to properly format and organize a paper. Through writing, students willdemonstrate understanding of written convention. Students will also read and analyze greatliterary works of human history and the cultural context in which they were written from aChristian perspective. With every piece of literature, the biblical worldview will be discussedand analyzed as it is represented in the work. Examples of literature that will be read anddiscussed are: The Odyssey, The Hobbit, and The Giver.

English 808 ENGIn this class, students will gain command of the fundamentals of grammar and mechanics withthe English language and how to apply those effectively in their writing. This class will go overthe different modes of writing and give students the opportunity to practice and becomeproficient in different styles of writing. Students will also learn the conventions of the writing

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process and how to properly format and organize a paper. Through writing, students willdemonstrate understanding of written convention. Students will also read and analyze greatliterary works of human history and the cultural context in which they were written from aChristian perspective. With every piece of literature, the biblical worldview will be discussedand analyzed as it is represented in the work. Examples of literature that will be read anddiscussed are: Fahrenheit 451, Beowulf, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and The Book Thief.

SCIENCE

Earth Science 606 SCIThe world is a place of constant surprise and wonder. Learning about God’s world promptsamazement and awe of the One who created and upholds the world. In this course studentslearn what Earth science is. They learn about rocks, minerals, weathering and erosion, soil,tectonic plates, earthquakes, volcanoes, water and oceans, the atmosphere, weather, climate,pollution, the solar system, stars, and space exploration.

Life Science 707 SCIThe world is a place of constant surprise and wonder. In this course, students investigate God’screation and learn not only about God but also about ourselves. God designed a perfectharmony of relationships among humans, animals, plants and nonliving things, but man’s fallinto sin disrupted this unity and balance. God has put His world under man’s control and madehim its caretakers. Caring for God’s creation is a great responsibility that should not be takenlightly. Science is an essential tool to be used in learning about the natural laws God hasestablished so man can take care of this world wisely.

Physical SciencePHYSCI 40.01107This course takes the world of physical science and teaches the student about it on aconceptual approach. Students will be introduced to the sciences of physics, chemistry, earthscience, and astronomy and be better able to understand how the world works through criticalthinking exercises, hands-on experiments, review questions and quantitative word problems. Inthis course, students will learn of Newton’s Laws of Motion, momentum, energy, fluidmechanics, as well as, the elements of chemistry and chemical reactions and then journeybeyond Earth, studying the solar system.

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MATH

Math 606 MATHMan’s ability to understand and work with numbers, as well as with other subjects, is a giftfrom God. This comprehensive program reviews and extends arithmetic operations withdecimals, integers, exponents, and fractions. Second semester the course extends work withratios, proportions and percent, thoroughly explores geometry and measurement, andintroduces the coordinate graph, data analysis, and probability.

Accelerated Math 707 MATHMan’s ability to understand and work with numbers, as well as other subjects, is a gift fromGod. This comprehensive program reviews and extends arithmetic operations with decimals,integers, exponents, and fractions. Second semester, the course extends work with ratios,proportions and percent, thoroughly explores geometry and measurement, and introduces thecoordinate graph, data analysis, and probability.

Pre-AlgebraPRE-ALG 21.04707Man’s ability to understand and work with numbers, as well as with other subjects, is a giftfrom God. This comprehensive program reviews arithmetic operations with decimals, integers,and fractions. The course then extends use of all types of numbers in algebraic expressions,equations, and inequalities. Second semester, the course explores work with ratios, proportionsand percent, thoroughly explores geometry and measurement, and introduces the coordinategraph and linear functions, data analysis, and probability.

Algebra IALG I 27.06107This course begins a foundation of higher-level Math skills with the study of variables and theexploration of the properties of real numbers. Students will learn how to solve various types ofequations (two-step, multi-step, and two sided variable). Students will learn how to find andestimate square roots and how to use the Pythagorean Theorem. Students will learn how tosolve inequalities and will explore graphs and functions. Students will expand on their use ofpolynomials and explore quadratic functions. Real life applications will be included throughoutthe course.

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HISTORY

History 606 HISTThis course covers the 19th century from early growth and expansion to the Spanish AmericanWar. Students will study U.S. Geography, Westward Growth and Expansion, TechnologicalAdvancements, Reconstruction, U.S. Constitution & Government, The Jacksonian Era, The CivilWar, and Spanish American War. Through this study, students will see God’s providence,provision, and grace as the United States advanced throughout the years.

Georgia History07 GA HISIn seventh grade, students study Georgia geography, history, government, and economics.While the four strands are interwoven, ample opportunity is also provided for in-depth study ofthe geography of Georgia and the government of Georgia. U.S. historical events are included, asare appropriate, to ensure students understand Georgia’s role in the history of the UnitedStates.

US History08 USHISIn eighth grade US History, students will study to understand the history of the United Statesfrom the Reconstruction era to present day. Students will also engage in assignments andactivities designed at helping them improve at reading informational texts, interpreting andapplying data from original documents, and using historical data to support an argument orposition. Students will also have the objective of demonstrating understanding of historicalchronology.

BIBLE

Bible06 BIBThis course explores the following themes: God tells His great story in the Bible, God’s Word istruth, God loves everyone, everyone needs to come to a saving faith in Jesus, Christ-likebehavior, evangelism, ministry, stewardship, and apologetics are all applications of spiritualgrowth in Christ, Bible study, prayer, and worship are all disciplines for spiritual growth, andstudents will further know and understand spiritual concepts.

Bible07 BIBLEGod intends for His children to be a light to a dark world. This course is designed to help ourstudents become the light bearer that God desires. Students will be challenged to develop abiblical Christian worldview in the following areas: Theology, Philosophy, Ethics, Biology,Psychology, Sociology, Law, Politics, Economics, and History. While being trained in these

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important areas, students will also be encouraged and taught to engage the people in theirculture as Jesus Christ did in his own time.

Bible08 BIBLEIn eighth grade Bible, students study Biblical Christian Worldview. The main curriculumresource is The Lightbearers, which is produced by Summit Ministries. This year, students notonly answer life’s biggest questions: Where did everything come from? Who am I? Why are wehere? What’s right and wrong, and who decides? What happens when we die?, They see howthe Bible provides answers to all of life’s most important questions. Students discuss how ideashave consequences. The goal is for students to understand how to think well about life and togain a better understanding of the times in which we live, so that students will know what Godwould have them to do.

FINE ARTS

American Music/Chorus 606 CHORUSThis course introduces various musical styles, influences, and composers of the United Statesfrom pre-Colonial times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the broad variety of musicparticular to American culture. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skillsin basic listening and understanding of American music. This course is also designed to teachstudents basic theory concepts, sight reading, aural skills, and to sing a variety of musicalgenres.

Beginner Concert Band 606 BANDThis course introduces beginning students to proper technique for playing brass (trumpet &trombone), or woodwind (flute, clarinet, & saxophone) instruments. Students will studytraditional American band literature, including jazz and blues genres, and will have theopportunity to perform at Christmas and spring concerts for the Unity community.

Studio Art 606 STUD ARTStudents will be introduced to the seven elements of art (line, shape, form, value, space, color,texture) along with the principles of design (pattern, contrast, emphasis, balance, proportion,harmony, and movement). Students will explore master artists based on each element and beable to describe their stylistic approach. Through this course, students will also developaesthetic understanding through examination of his/her own work and the artwork of others.

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7th Grade Band07 BANDSeventh Grade Concert/Pep Band continues the musical growth of middle school students whoare learning proper technique for playing brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.Students will study traditional American band literature, including Jazz and Rock genres andhave the opportunity to perform at Unity football games, Christmas, and Spring concerts for theUCS community which will serve as the Final Exam Assessment. This course is mandatory for allRoaring Lions Members.Pre-requisite: must have completed 1 years Band or private instruction method and/or beeligible to participate in “Roaring Lions” Pep Band.

7TH Grade Chorus07 CHORUSThis course introduces music as a life skill. Music can be used to express emotions/feelings/moods,but more importantly, music can be used to worship God. Students explore the manner in how Godcan be worshipped through music, how they can determine if music is appropriate based on theBible, and how music was used in Biblical times. Since different musical styles have differentstructures and meanings, students will learn new ways of listening to music - not just by a beat orrhythm, but by lyrics and instrumentation; they will also learn how to analyze music from a Godlystandpoint. Students will discover how to use music as a life skill and also learn different ways musiccan be used in worship. In addition, students will learn basic theory concepts, aural skills, sightreading, and a variety of musical styles.

Introduction to Steel Drums07 ST BANDThis course is designed to give the seventh grade student the necessary skills in learning to readmusic and performance techniques required to perform on the steel drums from beginner toadvanced levels. In addition, the student will learn the history and development of this newestand most unique instrumental art form. Students will have the opportunity to perform at leastonce per semester in concert or field trip showcase, which will serve as the Final ExamAssessment.

7th Grade Studio Art07 STUD ARTStudents will be introduced to the seven elements of art (line, shape, form, value, space, color,texture) along with the principles of design (pattern, contrast, emphasis, balance, proportion,harmony, and movement). Students will explore master artists based on each element and beable to describe their stylistic approach. Through this course, students will also developaesthetic understanding through examination of his/her own work and the artwork of others.

8th Grade Band08 BAND8th Grade Concert/Pep Band continues the musical growth of middle school students who arelearning proper technique for playing brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Students

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will study traditional American band literature, including Jazz and Rock genres and have theopportunity to perform at Football games, Christmas, and Spring concerts for the UCScommunity which will serve as the Final Exam Assessment. This course is mandatory for allRoaring Lions members.Pre-requisite: must have completed 1 year Beginner Band or private instruction method and/orbe eligible to participate in “Roaring Lions” Pep Band.

8th Grade Chorus08 CHORUSChorus participation offers students instruction in overall musicianship, ensemble and solo vocaltechnique, music theory (music reading/sight-reading, ear training, scales, musical terms and symbols),singing posture, multi-language, diction, ensemble/solo repertoire knowledge and appreciation, concertetiquette, historical and societal significance of music, personal responsibility, cooperation, andteamwork. The skills learned in class will culminate in performances of choral music literatureappropriate for the voicing and level of each ensemble. Choir members are required to attend allconcerts and after school rehearsals.

8th Grade Steel Band08 ST BANDThis course is designed to give the eighth grade student the necessary skills in learning to readmusic and performance techniques required to perform on the steel drums from beginner toadvanced levels. In addition, the student will learn the history and development of this newestand most unique instrumental art form. Students will have the opportunity to perform at leastonce per semester in concert or field trip showcase, which will serve as the Final ExamAssessment.

8th Grade Studio Art08 STUD ARTStudents will be introduced to the seven elements of art (line, shape, form, value, space, color,texture) along with the principles of design (pattern, contrast, emphasis, balance, proportion,harmony, and movement). Students will explore master artists based on each element and beable to describe their stylistic approach. Through this course, students will also developaesthetic understanding through examination of his/her own work and the artwork of others.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education06 PEStudents will learn techniques in exercising and show minimal improvement in the tenrecognized fitness domains of Cardiovascular and Respiratory, agility, balance, speed,coordination, power, endurance, flexibility, strength, and accuracy. Students will also be able toidentify personal strengths and begin to learn of their individual preferences in lifetime physicalactivities. Students will learn of sports etiquette and sportsmanship as well.

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ELECTIVES

Drama08 DRAMAThis course is designed to introduce eighth grade students to the world of the dramatic arts.During this class, students will learn the basic dramatic terms, how to memorize lines anddevelop a character, and how to conduct themselves onstage through projecting their voiceand minding their stage presence/body language. Students will then put on a one-act play atthe end of the course, which may involve students spending additional time either before orafter school rehearsing as it gets closer to time for performance.

Microsoft Office08 MICROIn eighth grade, students study typing and Microsoft Office for 1 semester. This course willbegin with a unit introducing typing skills. Following this, students will complete anindependent study of Microsoft Office.

Robotics08 ROBIn this fun, exploratory course, students will spend 1 semester in an introductory course in thefield of robotics. Students will learn how to build and program a robot using basic computercoding principles. Students will gain experience in using Mindstorm Lego Robotics Kits as well aslaptop computer technology. Students will also learn how to elaborate and innovate as theybuild upon the basics after becoming proficient in the program.

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