SAVS Amended Course Catalog Ver 2B.pdf

2013COURSECATALOG

Experience any time, any place, any path,any pace learning with the Southern AfricanVirtual School.Students,If you believe learning should be custom-tailored to your needs,then you’ve come to the right place.Our Virtual School was designed specifically for students like you,students who want individual attention, dynamic learning experiences,and flexibility that only virtual learning provides. Fully accredited by theSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools and AdvancED, our coursesallow you to Learn any time, any place, any path, any pace .Our flexible Learning solutions help you balance travel, sports, andhobbies with innovative traditional, honors, and Advanced Placement ® *courses.Explore more than 120 online courses in this 2013 catalog,some with apps specifically developed to help you learn on the gowith your smartphone. Be sure to check with us regularly as weadd new courses throughout the year.You are the focus of everything we do at the Southern African VirtualSchool and we want your experience to be exceptional.Check out our courses today!Contact us or visit SAVS.co.za tolearn more.Happy browsing!The SAVS team*AP and Advanced Placement Program are registered trademarks of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of and does not endorse this product.

This catalog offers courses based on theAmerican Middle and High School curriculum.Understanding the terminology used in the American Education System:All of the courses offered are either:orThe duration of the courses offered are either for:or1 semester long, which earns a 0.5 Credit.2 semesters long, which earns 1.0 Credit.1 semester, which entails 16 weeks of study.2 semesters, which entails 32 weeks of study.Students achieve pass marks in the various subjects earning Credits which enable them to advance to the next schooling Grade.High School students who accumulate the required number of Credits through Grade 9 to Grade 12 qualify for the American HighSchool Diploma.The Southern African Virtual School is not a diploma issuing institute.All of the courses offered by us are conducted through the Florida State Virtual School., which is America’s first and largest onlineschool. All courses are available, on a tuition basis, to students throughout Africa. Our teachers and facilitators are real, thecoursework is real, and the grades you receive at the end of each course are real.In South Africa , students wishing to qualify for a Matric Exemption Certificate can do so by taking the SAT test and applyingto the Matriculation Board at HESA for the certificate. SAT tests are conducted in South Africa at regular intervals and invarious locations. The same Matric Exemption Certificate qualifies students for enrolment at further education institutesand Universities. (Always check with the academic institute you are interested in as to their specific enrolment criteria)

Sample courses per GradeSAMPLE COURSE PROGRESSION RECOMMENDATIONGrades 6 to 12We strongly advise that students enrol for only 5 Subjects per year.The requirements, dedication and the discipline needed to become a successful online student are onerous, with a studentneeding to study for at least 5 hours per week per subject for the full 32 week duration of a course. While facilitators andteachers are there to guide and assist you , the system of Assessments that need to be submitted on a weekly basis and thepenalties associated with the failure to do so, need to be clearly understood.Advisement: A typical course week is about 4–5 study hours a week per course, therefore, with 5 classes that means you may be at thecomputer studying 20–25 hours each week for a period of 32 weeks to complete your courses. This schedule leaves room for extracurricularactivities. In addition, individualised PACE charts can be generated to assist you in managing your time.SAMPLE SELECTION OF REQUIRED COURSES PER GRADEMIDDLE SCHOOL6TH GRADEMJ Language Arts 1MJ Mathematics 1MJ Comprehensive Science 1MJ World HistoryElective7TH GRADEMJ Language Arts 2MJ Mathematics 2MJ Comprehensive Science 2MJ CivicsElective8TH GRADEMJ Language Arts 3MJ Mathematics 3MJ Comprehensive Science 3MJ History (8th)ElectiveHIGH SCHOOL - Typically 24 Credits are required for a High School Diploma9TH GradeEnglish 1Algebra 1World HistoryEarth Space Science orPhysicalScienceElective (1.0 credit)Elective (1.0 credit)10TH GradeEnglish 2GeometryBiologyForeign Language (Level 1)Elective (1.0 credit)Elective (1.0 credit)11TH GradeEnglish 3World HistoryAlgebra 2Chemistry or Marine BiologyForeign Language (Level 2)Elective (1.0 credit)12TH GradeEnglish 4Algebra 2 or Advanced Algebra orPre-CalculusEconomicsElective (1.0 credit)Elective (1.0 credit)Elective (1.0 credit)* For advice on Subject selection, please talk to your School counsellor or your Virtual School Teacher or Facilitator.

Table of ContentsGrades 9 to 12Core Courses 3English 3Mathematics 4Science 5Social Studies 6Health/Physical Education 7World Languages 8Elective Courses 10Advanced Placement Courses 14Mobile Learning 17Grades 6 to 8Core Courses 18Language Arts 18Mathematics 19Science 19Social Studies 20Health/Physical Education 21World Languages 21Elective Courses 22

CORE COURSESEnglishIEnglishCourse Code 1001310Honors Code 10013201 creditDevelop language arts skills by reading, writing, listening, viewing, andspeaking. You will learn to use the English language to express yourselfsuccessfully.Grades 9 to 12EnglishIICourse Code 1001340Honors Code 10013501 creditExplore various forms of communication, including verbal, visual, andaural. In addition to evaluating the plot and characters of well-knownwriters, you will learn to identify themes, create dialogue, and appeal toemotions through your writing. Prerequisite: English I recommended.EnglishIIICourse Code 1001370Honors Code 10013801 creditGain an appreciation and understanding of American literature byexploring The Virtual Times, a fictitious newspaper published atkey points in American history. You will also observe, investigate, andreport on current news. Prerequisites: English I & II recommended.EnglishIVCourse Code 1001400Honors Code 10014101 creditChoose pieces of literature that interest you; then analyze the subjectmatter and persuasively express your own ideas. Prerequisites: EnglishI, II, & III recommended.3

Grades 9 to 12M athematicsAdvancedAlgebrawithF inancialApplications 1 creditCourse Code 1200500Honors CodeAlgebra ICourse Code 1200310Honors Code 1200320This advanced course incorporates real-world applications, collaboration,and calculations using technology. Prepare to handle your personalfinances by learning the formulas used to determine account balances,monthly payments, total costs, and more. Prerequisites: Algebra I & IIrecommended.1 creditAPP AVAILABLEThis course provides the basic knowledge you need for all high schoolmath courses. You will come to understand the practical use of algebrawith hundreds of real-world examples. Prerequisite: MJ Math II Advancedor MJ Math III.Algebra IICourse Code 1200330Honors Code 12003401 creditStarting with a review of basic algebra, you will learn polynomials,quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic relations, andprobability and statistics. Prerequisite: Algebra I.Pre-C alculusCourse CodeHonors Code 12023401 creditAs a mathematical analyst, you will investigate how advancedmathematics concepts can solve problems encountered in operatingnational parks. This course includes analytical geometry andtrigonometry. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Algebra II, & Geometry.4C alculusCourse CodeHonors Code 1202300GeometryCourse Code 1206310Honors Code 12063201 creditStudy limits, continuity, and differentiation while exploring integratedalgebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions and theapplications of derivatives and integrals. Prerequisites: Algebra I,Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus or Trigonometry/AnalyticalGeometry.1 creditLearn about shapes, points, lines, and planes and gain an understandingof how geometry affects the world around us. Prerequisites: Algebra I orits equivalent.

L iberalArtsM athematicsCourse Code 1208300Honors Code!Science1 creditReinforce your existing algebra and geometry skills and exploreconcepts needed to advance your mathematics studies. Prerequisites:Algebra I required & Geometry recommended.Please note: This course does not meet the academic core requirement for math for entry into University.Grades 9 to 12B iologyI1 creditAPP AVAILABLECourse Code 2000310Honors Code 2000320Explore the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living matterby taking an in-depth look at the fundamental characteristics of livingorganisms. You will have the opportunity to perform hands-on labactivities and develop relationships through collaborative learning.ChemistryICourse Code 2003340Honors Code 20033501 creditThis course provides a foundation of chemistry concepts and includesscientific inquiry, Web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher-orderthinking, collaborative projects, real-world application, and a variety ofassessments. Prerequisite: Algebra I recommended.Earth SpaceScienceCourse Code 2001310Honors Code 20013201 creditThis laboratory course focuses on the study of space and the geologicand atmospheric forces that shape our world. Through experimentationand investigation, you will explore Earth s cycles, including thegeosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and carbon cycle.M arineScienceCourse Code 2002500Honors Code 20025101 creditDelve deeply into Earth s bodies of water and study geologic structuresand how they impact the oceans. Investigate characteristics of variouspopulations of aquatic life, patterns of distribution, and ongoingchanges occurring in our ecosystem. Prerequisite: Biology I.5

Grades 9 to 12PhysicalScienceCourse Code 2003310Honors Code 2003320PhysicsICourse Code 2003380Honors Code 2003390SocialStudiesEconomicsCourse Code 2102310Honors Code 2102320World H istoryCourse Code 2109310Honors Code 21093201 creditYou will build a foundation for studying physical sciences, including basicphysics and chemistry, during this interactive course. Topics includeforces and motion, energy through waves, electricity and magnetism,the matter around us, chemical bonding, and reactions.1 creditDiscover the contributions of geniuses like Galileo, Newton, and Einsteinby learning about the concepts, theories, and laws that govern theinteraction of matter, energy, and forces. Prerequisites: Algebra I & IIrecommended.0.5 creditBecome a more informed consumer, producer, investor, and taxpayerand learn how your choices directly affect your future. Prerequisites: 11thor 12th grade status and successful completion of English I & Algebra IIrecommended.1 creditJoin Ali and Soo-jin, our modern time travelers, as they journey throughhistory. You will discover the connections between world events and eras,from the Roman Empire through the Industrial Revolution. As you finishthe course, you will explore development in our modern world and theimplications that historical events have on us today.6

Adaptive PhysicalEducationIEPor504 PlanCourse Code 1500300Honors Code!H ealth/PhysicalEducationFitness Lifestyle Design0.5 creditLearn about proper weight, good diet, and managing stress. As youprogress through the course, you will feel your energy level increase,ultimately developing the kind of healthful habits that will last a lifetime.Please note: This course is for students whose assessment indicates the need for modified physical activity.Prerequisites: FLVS approval required.0.5 creditGrades 9 to 12Course Code 1501310Honors CodeDiscover habits of body and mind that will lead to a healthier lifestyle.You will measure your current fitness level and nutrition knowledge andcreate a plan for achieving your individual goals.H ealthOpportunitiesthroughPhysicalEducation (H OPE)Course Code 3026010Honors Code1 creditExperience the many benefits of regular physical activity, propernutrition, and sound decision making. After assessing your currentphysical condition and defining personal goals, you will apply fitnesstraining principles to improve health and skill-related areas of fitness.Life Management SkillsCourse Code 0800300Honors Code0.5 creditLearn how to deal with real issues that impact your everyday life, such asnutrition, substance abuse, stress, and health. This course provides youwith the facts you need to make important and informed decisions.Personal FitnessCourse Code 1501300Honors Code0.5 creditAlong with your personal trainer (your teacher), you will assess yourphysical condition, set realistic health goals, and maintain a workout logto measure progress.7

Grades 9 to 12World L anguagesChinese ICourse Code 0711300Honors CodeChinese IICourse Code 0711310Honors Code1 creditLearn conversation elements in Mandarin Chinese, including greetings,introductions, and the exchange of basic information with others.1 creditDevelop your communication skills at a more advanced level, includinglistening, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese.Prerequisite: Chinese I.Chinese IIICourse CodeHonors Code 0711320F rench ICourse Code 0701320Honors Code1 creditLearn more about Chinese culture, including the origins, anecdotes, andetiquette for various cultural settings. You will also compare and contrastthe Chinese culture with your own as you continue to build knowledge ofvocabulary, sentence structure, and grammar. Prerequisites: Chinese I &Chinese II.1 creditLearn basic French grammar to help build your fluency andunderstanding, and apply what you learn through interactive games,written practice, and listening and speaking exercises.F renchIICourse Code 0701330Honors Code1 creditNEW! Strengthen your French listening, speaking, reading, and writingskills with engaging and interactive videos, dialogs, presentations, selfchecks,and much more. Prerequisite: French I.8L atin ICourse Code 0706300Honors Code1 creditDevelop a foundation in Latin grammar and vocabulary while alsolearning about the mythical Olympian gods and Roman history.

L atin IICourse Code 0706310Honors CodeL atinIIICourse CodeHonors Code 07063201 creditBuilding on your knowledge of Latin grammar and vocabulary, you willalso explore Roman engineering, art, commerce, and its system of lawsto demonstrate the flexibility of the language. Prerequisite: Latin I.1 creditStrengthen your Latin vocabulary skills and develop an appreciation forwell-crafted writing. You will go directly to the source and recognizewhy Latin and those who speak it are still relevant today. Prerequisites:Latin I & II.Grades 9 to 12Spanish ICourse Code 0708340Honors Code1 creditLearn basic Spanish grammar to help build your fluency andunderstanding, and apply what you learn through interactive games,written practice, listening, and speaking exercises.SpanishIICourse Code 0708350Honors Code1 creditStrengthen your Spanish listening, speaking, reading, and writingskills while experiencing the beauty and expressiveness of a languagethat is shared by different people and cultures throughout the world.Prerequisite: Spanish I.SpanishIIICourse CodeHonors Code 0708360Spanish for Spanish Speakers ICourse Code 0709300Honors Code1 creditJourney to Spanish-speaking countries through virtual tours in thisrigorous course. You will also collaborate with your fellow studentsto expand your vocabulary while using the Spanish you have alreadylearned. Prerequisites: Spanish I & II.1 creditNEW! Designed especially for students whose primary language isSpanish, the course will help you enhance proficiency in your homelanguage. Advance your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills,and gain a thorough understanding of Spanish grammar fundamentals.Spanish is used exclusively in this course.9

Grades 9 to 12EL EC TIVE COURSESElectivesArtH istoryand Criticism ICourse Code 0100330Honors Code0.5 creditNEW! Critique and compare significant works of art and architecturefrom Prehistory through the 16th century. You will analyze art historyand criticism methodologies, explore media and techniques used byartists from various cultures and time periods, and learn appropriateterminology discussing artwork from around the world.ComputerProgrammingICourse Code 0201300Honors Code1 creditThis two-semester course enables you to learn two modern programminglanguages, Python and Java. The course teaches programming usingreal-world, practical examples and gives you the opportunity to chooseprogramming projects that interest you. Prerequisites: Algebra I &Geometry. Students should have advanced computer skills.Computing for College & CareersCourse Code 8209020Honors Code1 creditTurn your computer into an effective tool for communication! This coursewill help you acquire essential business skills needed for any successfulcareer.Creative PhotographyI1 credit10Course Code 0108310Honors Code!NEW! Develop your photography knowledge, including the basics oflighting, shutter speed, and composition. Gain an understanding ofprofessional photography, learn what creates an eye-catching photo, andbuild a portfolio of images.Please note: You must have access to a digital camera (cell phone cameras do not meet the requirement) to take this course.

CriticalThinking and StudySkilsCourse Code 17003700.5creditPractice critical thinking skills, learn test-taking strategies, and practicetime management and organization skills. You will build verbalcompetencies and sharpen your mathematics reasoning while acquiringessential learning strategies. Prerequisite: Algebra I.Grades 9 to 12F orensic ScienceCourse Code 20024800.5 creditFingerprints. Blood spatter. DNA analysis. Discover how clues and data arerecorded and preserved, and examine some of the basic scientific principlesthat guide forensic laboratory processes like DNA testing, toxicology, andmaterial analysis. This course focuses on techniques and practices used byforensic scientists during a crime scene investigation (CSI).GuitarICourse Code 13013201 creditThis introduction to the basics of music and guitar includes musicnotation and musical styles. You will learn practice skills, play the guitar,and perform for your instructor throughout the course.!Please note: No prior music experience is necessary, but you must have your own six-string guitar and a way to recordand submit a video performance to your instructor.11

Grades 9 to 12J ournalism ICourse Code 1006300Honors CodeL aw StudiesCourse Code 2106350Honors Code1 creditExplore the history of journalism in the United States from its key role inthe first amendment all the way up to present day issues regarding rightto know and the changing landscape of journalistic media in the 21stcentury. Acquire the skills and information needed to actively participatein the consumption, analysis, and creation of news media.0.5 creditNEW! What are your rights as an American citizen? In this course, you willinvestigate aspects of family and consumer law, and learn how the stateand federal court systems work. Gain an understanding of the judicialsystem, and examine key differences between civil and criminal law.L eadership SkilsD evelopmentCourse Code 2400300Honors Code1 creditNEW! Succeed in high school, college, and beyond by taking your futureinto your own hands! In this two-semester course, you will learn howto take action, manage your time, chart your goals, and many otherleadership techniques.M usic AppreciationCourse Code 1301310Honors Code0.5 creditNEW! Take your knowledge of music to the next level! Learn about theimpact of music and how it represents different cultures while meetingmusicians and composers and discussing their works. Gain a historicalperspective of music and experience a variety of musical styles, from theMiddle Ages through the 21st century.Parenting SkilsCourse Code 8500300Honors Code0.5 creditNEW! Parenting involves more than having a child and providing foodand shelter. Take this one-semester course to explore parenting rolesand responsibilities, nurturing and protective environments for children,positive parenting strategies, and effective communication in parent/child relationships.12

Personaland F amilyF inanceCourse Code 8500120Honors CodePsychologyICourse Code 2107300Honors Code0.5creditNEW! Why do we pay taxes? How do credit cards work? Learn propermoney management skills and how to achieve financial success in this onesemestercourse. Find out how to avoid common financial mistakes, how toinvest in your future, and how to manage your personal and family financeseffectively.0.5 creditDo you wonder things like why you learn the way you do, how youforget, and what makes you remember? Develop an understandingof and an appreciation for human behavior, behavior interaction, andthe progressive development of individuals in this highly-interactivecourse.Grades 9 to 12Reading orColegeSuccess0.5 creditAPP AVAILABLECourse Code 1008350Honors Code!This course will provide you with the necessary tools to becomesuccessful in both academics and in the workplace. Reading is a vitalskill needed to effectively take notes, summarize the main idea, andseparate fact from opinion. This course empowers you to achieve yourgoals in higher education and in the career of your choice.Please note: This course is intended for 12th graders whose college placement scores are below the established cutscore, indicating that they are not college-ready in Reading (CPT, below 83; SAT, below 440; ACT, below 18).SociologyCourse Code 2108300Honors Code0.5 creditIn an increasingly globalized world, it is important to recognize howgroup behavior impacts both the individual and society. By interviewing,analyzing, and reporting on group behavior, you will gain a betterunderstanding of your community and your involvement in society.13

Grades 9 to 12AD VAN C ED PL AC EM EN T COURSESAP ArtH istoryCourse CodeAdvanced Code 0100300AP B iologyAdvancedPlacement(AP) Courses1 credit1 creditAPP AVAILABLEThis two-semester course examines major forms of artistic expression fromthe past and present and from a variety of cultures. You will learn to look atworks of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to articulate whatyou see or experience. Prerequisite: Successful completion of World Historyand high-level reading and writing skills strongly recommended.Course CodeAdvanced Code 2000340UPDATED! This challenging two-semester course engages you in a widevariety of activities. There is substantial emphasis on interpreting andcollecting data in virtual labs, writing analytical essays, and masteringbiology concepts. Prerequisite: Algebra I recommended.AP C alculusABCourse CodeAdvanced Code 12023101 creditComparable to college and university calculus, this course willhelp prepare you for the Calculus AB Advanced Placement* exam.Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus orTrigonometry/Analytical Geometry.AP C alculusB CCourse CodeAdvanced Code 12023201 creditComparable to college and university calculus, this course willhelp prepare you for the Calculus BC Advanced Placement* exam.Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus orTrigonometry/Analytical Geometry.AP ComputerScienceACourse CodeAdvanced Code 02003201 creditDevelop the skills required to write programs or parts of programs tocorrectly solve specific problems. You will learn design techniques tomake programs understandable, adaptable, and reusable. Prerequisites:Algebra I & II.14*AP and Advanced Placement Program are registered trademarks of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of and does notendorse this product.

AP EnglishL anguage andC ompositionCourse CodeAdvanced Code 1001420AP EnglishL iterature andCompositionCourse CodeAdvanced Code 10014301 credit1 creditAPP AVAILABLEBecome a skilled reader of prose written in various periods, disciplines,and rhetorical contexts. You will gain an understanding of theinteractions among a writer s purposes, audience expectations, andsubjects. Prerequisites: English I & II.APP AVAILABLEDevelop critical standards for the appreciation of literary worksand increase your sensitivity to literature as a shared experience.Prerequisites: English I, II, & III.Grades 9 to 12AP EnvironmentalScienceCourse CodeAdvanced Code 20013801 creditLearn the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required tounderstand the interrelationships of the natural world. You will evaluatethe risks associated with environmental problems and examine alternativesolutions. Virtual labs support content mastery. Prerequisites: Algebra Iand two years of high school science, with labs.AP H umanGeographyCourse CodeAdvanced Code 21034001 creditExplore the patterns and processes that impact the way humansunderstand, use, and change Earth s surface. Geographic models,methods, and tools help you examine the effect that human socialorganization and interconnections have on our world.AP M acroeconomicsCourse CodeAdvanced Code 21023700.5 creditUnderstand the choices you make as a producer, consumer, investor,and taxpayer. This course provides you with the knowledge anddecision-making tools necessary for understanding how a society mustorganize its limited resources to satisfy its unlimited wants.15

Grades 9 to 12AP M icroeconomicsCourse CodeAdvanced Code 2102360AP PsychologyCourse CodeAdvanced Code 2107350AP Spanish L anguageCourse CodeAdvanced Code 07084000.5 credit1 credit1 creditAPP AVAILABLEBy taking on the role of a leader at a fictitious company, you will learnfundamental economic concepts, including scarcity, opportunitycosts and trade-offs, productivity, economic systems and institutions,exchange, money, and interdependence.APP AVAILABLENEW! Immerse yourself in modern psychological techniquesinvestigating the ethics and morality of human and animal research. Inthis college-level course, you will learn the psychological facts, principles,and phenomena associated with each major area of psychology andenhance your scientific critical thinking skills.Develop your interpersonal communication skills in Spanish. You willlearn to achieve a high level of ability in listening, speaking, reading,and writing while preparing for the AP Language exam. Prerequisite: 3-4years of Spanish or equivalent.AP StatisticsCourse CodeAdvanced Code 12103201 creditActively construct your own understanding of the methods,interpretation, communication, and application of statistics. Each unit isframed by enduring understandings and essential questions designed toprovide you with a deep understanding of the concepts at hand ratherthan memorization and emulation. Prerequisite: Algebra II.AP UnitedStatesGovernmentandPoliticsCourse CodeAdvanced Code 21064200.5creditResearch the roles of the media, political parties, interest groups,states, candidates, bureaucracy, and the public in the governmentalprocess. You will experience the production of policy building in multipleeconomic and social settings. Prerequisite: Successful completion ofUnited States History strongly recommended.16AP United StatesH istoryCourse CodeAdvanced Code 21003301 creditExamine key themes and events of our history, including Americanidentity, diversity, religion, culture, war, and slavery, as well as economic,political, and demographic changes. You will also analyze globalizationand environmental issues. Prerequisite: Successful completion of WorldHistory strongly recommended.

M obile L earningFLVS Mobile Learning AppsAlgebra 1Biology (Frog Dissection)Reading for College SuccessAP Art HistoryAP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP MicroeconomicsAP PsychologyGrades 9 to 12F LVS M obileL earning AppsareavailableattheiTunes App Store,Android Market, and Intel AppUp.17

Grades 6 to 8CORE COURSESL anguage ArtsIM J L anguage ArtsCourse Code 1001010Advanced Code 10010201 creditRead short stories and novels, listen to music, read newspapers, andeven interview your parents. You will also learn how to write interestingstories of your own. Prerequisite: Recommended for 6th grade.L anguage ArtsIICourse Code 1001040Advanced Code 10010501 creditDiscover your own ability to write through reading, listening, andanalyzing various texts, such as newspapers and novels. Prerequisite:Recommended for 7th grade.L anguage ArtsIIICourse Code 1001070Advanced Code 10010801 creditAcquire the tools to understand and express yourself through writing.By the end of the course, you will have completed a portfolio of yourown original writings. Prerequisite: Recommended for 8th grade.MJ = Middle/Junior18

M J M athematicsM athematicsICourse Code 1205010Advanced Code 12050201 creditThrough games that reinforce and strengthen mathematics skills, youwill have opportunities to demonstrate your knowledge of numbermanipulation in real-world scenarios. Prerequisite: Recommended for6th grade.Grades 6 to 8M athematicsIICourse Code 1205040Advanced Code 12050501 creditLearn mathematics through animations, applications, videos,games, and real-world scenarios while creating, investigating, anddemonstrating your knowledge. Prerequisite: Recommended for7th grade.M athematicsIIICourse Code 1205070Advanced Code 12050801 creditGain a true understanding of higher-level concepts, such as systemsof equations and central tendencies in this engaging, hands-onmathematics course. Prerequisite: Recommended for 8th grade.M J ScienceComprehensiveScienceICourse Code 2002040Advanced Code 20020501 creditThis introduction to science focuses on energy, force, weather, climate,Earth s systems, and living organisms. Explore topics in depth and builda foundation for concepts covered in Comprehensive Science II and III.Prerequisite: Recommended for 6th grade.19

Grades 6 to 8ComprehensiveScienceIICourse Code 2002070Advanced Code 2002080ComprehensiveScienceIIICourse Code 2002100Advanced Code 20021101 creditExplore the foundations of science, including energy, Earth s changingfeatures and structures, Earth s history, genetics, heredity, andthe organization and interaction of living organisms. Prerequisite:Recommended for 7th grade.1 creditPrepare for high school science courses with this introduction of newtopics and review of science basics. You will learn more about the natureof science, Earth and space science, properties of matter, changes inmatter, matter and energy, and energy flow. Prerequisite: Recommendedfor 8th grade.M J SocialStudiesCivicsCourse Code 2106010Advanced Code1 creditNEW! Explore the rights and responsibilities of United States citizenshipand examine the structure and function of federal, state, and localgovernments. You will learn about geography and economics andthe important roles citizens play in their communities. Prerequisite:Recommended for 7th grade.United StatesH istoryCourse Code 2100010Advanced Code 21060201 creditYou will discover that history is full of adventure, colorful characters, andcomplex plots. Each plot is different and highlights an important storyfrom our nation s past. Prerequisite: Recommended for 8th grade.20World H istoryCourse Code 2109010Advanced Code 21090201 creditNEW! Travel back in time to discover the secrets and benefits of ourworld s history! You will learn about China s ancient dynasties, theprecision of Mayan astronomy, and India s contribution to medicine,which have formed what we know and who we are today. Prerequisite:Recommended for 6th grade.

F itness Grade 6Course Code 1508000Advanced Code0.5 creditComprehensive PE Grades6/7 0.5 creditCourse Code 1508600Advanced CodeM J H ealth/PhysicalEducationYou will explore health and fitness topics with a crew of virtualcharacters. Among them is Coach Cardio, who will help measure yourincreasing fitness level as you learn to keep your body physically fit.You will reach new levels of fitness in this course through sports, dance,aquatics, and more. A friendly cast of course characters will guide youthrough exercising safely, targeting different areas of your body, andreaching new goals.Grades 6 to 8Comprehensive PE Grades7/8 0.5 creditCourse Code 1508700Advanced CodeThis course will provide you with practice in game strategy, diversesports skills, and performance. You will explore nutrition and peerpressure while learning how to make effective decisions.M J World L anguagesSpanishB eginningCourse Code 0708000Advanced Code1 creditLearn basic Spanish phrases and vocabulary through interactive lessonsthat include images, recordings, and videos.SpanishIntermediateCourse Code 0708010Advanced Code1 creditJourney to Spain, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Argentina with ourstudent traveler, Cristina. Learn new words and phrases with pictures,audio clips, and videos, and acquire conversation basics throughinteractive reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises.Prerequisite: Spanish Beginning.21

Grades 6 to 8EL EC TIVE COURSESM J ElectivesB usinessK eyboardingCourse Code 8200110Advanced Code0.5 creditGain typing speed and learn the proper technique to become akeyboarding master by using special downloadable software. You willalso learn business skills to prepare you for your future career.C areerEducationCourse Code 2305000Advanced Code0.5 creditAfter completing several self-assessment activities about your interests,values, and skills, you will research and explore different careers that mayinterest you and learn what education and training are necessary.C areerExplorationandD ecisionM akingCourse Code 1700060Advanced Code0.5creditLearn how to set goals and develop an understanding about makinginformed career decisions. Throughout this course, you will participate inseveral self-assessment activities to help you become more aware of yourunique interests, values, and skills.Creative Photography0.5creditCourse Code 0102040Advanced Code!NEW! Learn and apply basic camera skills to photograph animals,people, and landscapes. You will select subjects, take photographs,and print and display memories in your own portfolio.Please note: You must have access to a digital camera (cell phone cameras do not meet this requirement) to takethis course.22

CriticalThinking,Problem Solving,and L earningCourse Code 1700100Advanced Code0.5creditGain strategies to find important information quickly, transfer it tolong-term memory, and perform better on assignments and tests. Youwill learn to become a more efficient learner, find balance, and prioritizegoals. Prerequisite: Recommended for 6th, 7th, or 8th grade.Grades 6 to 8Reading ICourse Code 1008010Advanced Code1 creditThrough a variety of interesting fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, as wellas videos and class participation, you will learn new vocabulary andcomprehension skills. Prerequisites: Recommended for 6th grade.23

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