12th Grade Curriculum Overview

Honors classes are offered in each discipline.  AP classes are also offered.  Courses will continually evolve with the students’ needs and interests.  Each student will be able to move forward according to his or her performance.

Foreign Language

  • German
  • Spanish
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • French
  • Other languages as requested

Literature

  • Poetry
  • European Literature
  • American Writers

Writing - Cross Curriculum

  • Narrative
  • Research
  • Poetry
  • Persuasive
  • Journalism
  • Presentation
  • Speech Writing
  • The Structure of Language

Art - Course includes:

  • Study of Modern Art
  • Photography
  • Pottery
  • Sculpture
  • Painting
  • Environmental Design
  • The Study of Architecture

 

Mathematics

  • Algebra II
  • Trigonometry
  • Pre-calculus
  • Calculus
  • Statistics
  • Statistics for Science Professions
  • Real world math

Science

  • Physiology
  • Environmental Science
  • Psychology
  • Environmental science
  • Culinary Arts
  • Computer Science
  • Technology Applications
  • Health

History

  • Economics
  • United States Government
  • World Geography
  • Human Geography

Career Pathways

  • Guest Mentors
  • Coffee House speakers
  • Workshops with mentors
  • Life Skills
  • Leadership Training
  • Service Class

Elective Choices

  • Journalism
  • Multimedia
  • Presentation
  • Jewelry Making
  • Theatre Arts
  • Food Science
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Computer Building
  • Guitar Building
  • Photography

Music – course includes:

  • Classical History
  • Music Theory and Composition
  • Choir
  • Instrumental choice of fiddle, guitar, or piano
  • Voice

Physical Education – course includes:

  • Health Education
  • Yoga
  • Pilates
  • Weight Training
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Swimming/Lifeguard Training
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Handball

Extracurricular

  • Baseball
  • Football
  • Track
  • Soccer
  • Equestrian
  • Cheerleading
  • Golf
  • 4 – H
  • Drum line
  • Science Olympiad
  • Math Team




 

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