K-5 General Music
Four basic strands--foundations: music literacy; creative expression; historical and cultural relevance; and critical evaluation and response--provide broad, unifying structures for organizing the knowledge and skills students are expected to acquire. The foundation of music literacy is fostered through reading, writing, reproducing, and creating music, thus developing a student's intellect. Through creative expression, students apply their music literacy and the critical-thinking skills of music to sing, play, read, write, and/or move. By experiencing musical periods and styles, students will understand the relevance of music to history, culture, and the world, including the relationship of music to other academic disciplines and the vocational possibilities offered. Through critical listening, students analyze, evaluate, and respond to music, developing criteria for making critical judgments and informed choices.
HS Biology I
In Biology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations to study a variety of topics including cellular structures and functions, genetics, biological evolution, and ecosystems. Emphasizing the nature of science and scientific inquiry, students learn to make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills. The curriculum covers scientific processes, cellular biology, genetics, evolutionary theory, taxonomy, metabolism, homeostasis, and ecological interactions, preparing students for informed decision-making in scientific contexts and highlighting the interdependence of living systems and their environments. This course is recommended for students in grades 9 through 11 and awards one credit upon successful completion.
HS United States History from 1877 to Present
This course will explore U.S. history from the post-Reconstruction era to the present, emphasizing political, economic, and social developments. Key topics include industrialization, major wars, domestic and foreign policies, and reform movements, with a focus on civil rights and democratic processes. The course integrates primary and secondary sources, critical thinking, and geographic impacts, encouraging an understanding of the U.S. free enterprise system and constitutional issues. Special attention is given to key historical milestones, cultural movements, and the impact of technological advancements on American society.
