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Course Descriptions and Prerequisites for 2009-2010 School Year Algebra 1 - Mrs. Donna Chapin
Prerequisite: None
This course is a dialectical approach to learning the principles of Algebra. The student will master the basic foundational concepts of algebraic thinking, including problem solving with one or more unknown factors, fractions, spatial problem solving, and basic graphing principles. This course will introduce the student to the application of basic algebraic concepts in simple problem solving content. Prerequisite: Algebra 1
This class is designed to further the students' mastery of algebraic concepts and the application of these concepts toward advanced problem solving. A brief introduction of trigonmetry is included. Class Objectives: 1. The student will gain an understanding of the need for a moral and just government in the context of how different types of government systems function in a fallen world. 2. The student will be able to understand and articulate the structure and function of Government under the Constitution. 3. The student will gain a working knowledge of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The student will understand the influence and events that shaped those documents. 4. The student will have knowledge and understanding of the subsequent amendments and the direction the nation has taken under the Constitution. Astronomy - Mr. Rob Volz Astronomy covers entry level aspects of astronomy. The class begins with a study of celestial objects including the sun, planets, stars, constellations and deep space objects and our solar system. We will then move on to understanding the celestial coordinate system used for locating objects. With this foundation, the class will become hands on. Towards the end of the class, students will learn about telescopes and their operation. The students will have an opportunity to setup a telescope and use it for observations. Along with telescopes the class will cover the use of planispheres and star charts. If time allows, the final weeks of the class will cover space flight and the history of astronomy. As weather permits, we will make many opportunities available for hands on observations. Each month we will look at the month's star chart and review the planets, stars, and constellations visible for viewing. Bible Doctrine - Dr. David J. Vaughan
Soteriology is the doctrine of salvation. In this course we will study the key concepts of salvation such as justification, redemption, reconciliation, sanctification and others, by using the Book of Romans as our fundamental guide. Chemistry - Molly Nesham This introductory class to the fundamentals of modern Chemistry will expose students to the study of the makeup of matter, the design of atoms, the Periodic Table, bonding, formulas, reactions, solutions, acids, bases and several specialized branches of chemistry. The course consists of problem-solving on each topic emphasizing quantitation and proportion through homework, laboratory exercises and in-class participation. A small lab fee is charged to offset materials.
Economics - Mr. Dan Benson This class will be an overview of the historical development and evolution of various economic philosophies, banking and money systems. The course will also include an overview of the contemporary economic issues and trends. In the light of these issues and trends, this course will analyze the various economic systems and philosophies that have political and social influence on America today and on the nations around the world.
English Composition - Mrs. Leslie Korhammer This course will focus on reading, writing. listening/speaking and research. Emphasis will be placed on expository, narrative, descriptive and persuasive writing. Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course is designed to give the student a firm foundation in deductive reasoning through the exploration of relationships in spatial design. While increasing their understanding of mathematical principles of area, congruence, similarity, inequalities, polygons, geometric solids, and non-Euclidean geometry, the student will also continue their mastery of logic and further build their thinking skills.
Health - Diane Vaughan
This is a course which will focus on five things: vocabulary, declensions, conjugations, memorization of charts, and simple Latin translations. The class will cover 300-400 vocabulary words, the first three Latin conjugations, the first three declensions, along with the memorization of "chant" charts. The student should expect 20-30 minutes a day of homework.
This is an introductory course that goes at a slower pace than Latin 1 and is a great class to take before taking Latin 1.
Latin 1 - Dr. Michael Bond
Logic is the study of the methods and principles used to distinguish correct reasoning from incorrect reasoning. This course will cover many of the elements needed in distinguishing correct reasoning such as logical statements, fallacies, syllogisms and formal proofs. An introduction to the theoretical elements of music including sound and pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, and notation. The study of the Physical Sciences introduces the student to the natural sciences and lays the groundwork for later specialized study particularly in chemistry and physics. This is a survey course that also covers topics from biology, geology and astronomy and specifically attempts to provide a foundational knowledge of the process of scientific study. Student will become familiar with the concepts of sin, cos, tan, cotan, sec, cosec and unit circle. PreCalculus section will include limits, derivatives and integration. |