This course offers students a dynamic and engaging exploration of world history, geography, cultures, and global issues. Through a combination of historical case studies and contemporary topics, students will examine the development of civilizations, belief systems, governments, economies, and societies across different regions of the world. Emphasis is placed on understanding how geography, politics, economics, and culture shape the human experience and influence global interactions. Students will develop key social studies skills including analyzing primary and secondary sources, interpreting maps and data, drawing comparisons across cultures and time periods, and engaging in critical thinking and discussion. The course encourages global awareness and helps students make meaningful connections between the past and present, preparing them to be informed and thoughtful global citizens.

This course provides a chronological exploration of United States history, from the early civilizations and colonial period through modern times. Students will study key events, people, and movements that shaped the nation, including the American Revolution, the founding of the Constitution, westward expansion, the Civil War, Reconstruction, industrialization, the World Wars, the civil rights movement, and contemporary America. The course emphasizes the connections between historical events and their impact on the American people, government, and society. Students will build critical thinking skills through the analysis of primary and secondary sources, timelines, maps, and historical documents, while also exploring themes such as democracy, citizenship, conflict, and change. This course prepares students to understand the nation's past and its influence on the present and future.

This course introduces students to the foundations and functions of the American government and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Students will explore the origins of democracy, the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of government, federalism, and the role of political institutions. They will also examine civil liberties, the electoral process, and how laws are made and enforced at the local, state, and national levels. Through interactive activities, case studies, and real-world applications, students will develop critical thinking, decision-making, and civic participation skills. The course encourages students to become informed, engaged citizens who understand how government affects their daily lives and how they can positively contribute to their communities.

This course helps students build the foundational skills and strategies necessary to become confident and capable mathematical thinkers. Daily instruction focuses on core concepts and procedural fluency in topics such as the number system, exponent rules, scientific notation, roots and irrational numbers, geometric figures (including triangles, cones, cylinders, spheres, prisms, and pyramids), transformations and congruence, similarity, solving and graphing linear equations, systems of equations, scatter plots, data analysis, and functions. Students use visual representations to connect concrete and abstract ideas, allowing mathematical patterns and principles to become meaningful. Real-world examples are brought to life through Peer Model videos and 21st Century instruction, helping students see how math applies beyond the classroom. Through discussion prompts, students develop reasoning, vocabulary, and communication skills while learning to critique others' ideas and justify their own. The course fosters a growth mindset and encourages productive struggle, reinforcing that mistakes are opportunities for deeper understanding. Together, these elements ensure students are prepared to succeed in future math courses and real-life problem-solving.

This comprehensive Algebra 1 course provides students with a strong foundation in algebraic concepts, beginning with the real number system, expressions, equations, and inequalities, and progressing through linear and nonlinear functions, systems of equations, exponents, polynomials, factoring, quadratic functions, and rational and radical expressions. Students will also explore data analysis, probability, and introductory statistics. Throughout the course, they will engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and real-world applications, using visual models, technology tools, and a variety of assessments to deepen understanding and strengthen mathematical reasoning.

Middle Spanish I is an introductory-level course that will introduce the student to Spanish. The units are designed to introduce the student to Spanish language and culture through familiar topics such as my family, my week, and food. Culture is presented throughout the course to help the student make connections between his culture and the culture of people in the Spanish-speaking world.

Middle Spanish II enables the student to further develop the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing of Spanish at a more advanced level. The units are designed to develop the student's knowledge of Spanish language and culture through familiar topics such as my school, my family, and my neighborhood. Culture is presented throughout the course to help the student make connections between his culture and the culture of people in the Spanish-speaking world.

Middle Spanish III builds upon the foundational skills developed in previous levels by further enhancing the student’s ability to communicate in Spanish through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course introduces more complex vocabulary, grammar structures, and verb tenses to help students express themselves in a wider range of real-life situations. Units focus on topics such as travel, celebrations, daily routines, and future plans, while reinforcing prior knowledge. Cultural insights are woven throughout the course, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the diverse traditions, values, and practices of Spanish-speaking communities, and encouraging meaningful comparisons to their own culture.

This course offers students an in-depth exploration of Earth's systems and processes, including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. Students will investigate topics such as the structure of Earth, plate tectonics, rocks and minerals, weather and climate, natural disasters, the water cycle, and Earth's place in the universe. Through hands-on activities, virtual labs, and scientific inquiry, students will analyze data, develop models, and draw conclusions about how Earth’s systems interact and change over time. Emphasis is placed on real-world applications, environmental awareness, and the use of scientific practices to build a strong foundation for future science learning.

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of biology and the study of living organisms. Topics include cell structure and function, genetics and heredity, ecosystems, plant and animal systems, and the classification of organisms. Students will explore how living things interact with each other and their environments through hands-on investigations, virtual labs, and scientific inquiry. The course emphasizes observation, critical thinking, and data analysis while encouraging students to connect biological concepts to real-world issues such as health, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity.

This course provides students with a foundational understanding of the principles of chemistry and physics. Key topics include the properties of matter, atomic structure, chemical reactions, forces and motion, energy forms and transformations, and waves. Students will engage in experiments, simulations, and problem-solving activities that promote scientific thinking and inquiry. The course helps students develop a deeper understanding of the physical world and how scientific principles are applied in everyday life, laying the groundwork for success in future science courses.

The Health and Physical Education course will guide the student through material that will promote healthy, active lifestyles. Health topics include issues that are relevant to the age group, such as mental and emotional health, conflict resolution, and bullying. The student will also be immersed in the prevention and avoidance of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. The student will receive the necessary strategies to help avoid the pitfalls of unhealthy and risky behaviors. The physical education portion of the course will offer great freedom as the student will be able to choose a physical education regimen that will fit the student's individual needs. The student will be given a choice of three paths that place emphasis on lifelong activities as well as current fitness trends. Physical education lessons are geared toward a "physically fit" lifestyle that will aid the student in the years to come and ensure a higher quality of life.

The Health and Physical Education course will introduce the student to vital health concepts and reinforce health skills that promote healthy behaviors. The student will learn the functions and structures of various body systems as well as the care and prevention of disease to these systems. The student will learn about communicable diseases and how to prevent the spread of such diseases. The student will also be able to demonstrate the importance of proper nutrition by planning and analyzing meals and nutritional values. Proper actions in emergencies and safety procedures will also be included. The physical education portion of the course will offer great freedom as the student will be able to choose a physical education regimen that will fit the student's individual needs. The student will be given a choice of three paths that place emphasis on lifelong activities as well as current fitness trends. Physical education lessons are geared toward a "physically fit" lifestyle that will aid the student in the years to come and ensure a higher quality of life.

The Junior Great Books(r) program involves a student in reading engaging literature and participating in rich discussion. The literature included in the Junior Great Books program is chosen to spark a high level of thinking and expose the student to rich language and vocabulary. The teacher and Learning Coach use the Shared Inquiry(tm) method to help a student acquire the qualities and strategies of effective readers and thinkers. The student learns to read actively, noticing thoughts and questions that come to mind during the act of reading. They will also learn to use the text, their own experiences, prior knowledge, and critical and creative thinking to participate in discussions about the text. These discussions help the student answer their own questions, satisfy their curiosity, and think more deeply about the content and process of his reading.