High School

French 1 [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description French 1 is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to French language and culture. After mastering the French alphabet and numbers, students study French culture, events, and people. By the end of the course, students have a foundation in the study of French, are able to engage in French conversation, and have built a solid foundation for further French language study. Course Breakdown Adjective agreement Regular -ir verbs The imperative à + the definite article Ce qui and ce que Spelling-change verbs The passé composé verb tense Devoir Imperfect verb tense Imperfect versus passé composé Connaître C'est versus il/elle est Qui and que Review of previously covered vocabulary and concepts Additional vocabulary Course Goals Create sentences with regular and irregular verbs in the passé composé. Develop sentences with reflexive verbs. Describe vacation plans, exercise routines, and satisfaction or dissatisfaction with various events. Design a variety of questions, including yes/no questions. Recognize and utilize double object pronouns. Create sentences with the imparfait past tense. Analyze how to use the imparfait and the passé composé together in the same sentence. Describe a variety of music, movies, and book genres. Design sentences with direct and indirect object pronouns. Describe a variety of animals and vocabulary associated with camping.
Add to cart

French 2 [Competency Based] (1st semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Students continue their virtual tour through France and other French-speaking countries and regions. This second-level French course takes a historical perspective in teaching the language, covering historical events and figures. By the end of this course, students have gained a deeper knowledge of and appreciation for the French culture and language. Course Breakdown Compound nouns Subject pronouns Adjectives Comparative Superlative Regular -er, -ir, and -re verbs Common irregular verbs Expressions with avoir and être Asking questions Verbs that take indirect objects Reflexive verbs Verbs with infinitive verbs Passé composé verb tense Voici and voilà Adverbs of time and place Object pronouns Disjunctive pronouns Interrogative pronouns Demonstrative pronouns Course Goals Compare and contrast placement of adjectives, including possessive and demonstrative adjectives. Distinguish between comparative and superlative sentences. Conjugate -er, -ir, and -re verbs in the present tense, including reflexive verbs. Describe events using the passé composé. Distinguish verbs that are followed by an infinitive from those followed by an indirect object. Distinguish between the imparfait and the passé composé. Formulate sentences with irregular adverbs and adverbs of place or time. Recognize vocabulary associated with visiting the dentist. Compare and contrast sentences that can be formed with both avoir and être. Demonstrate an understanding of the use of indirect object pronouns.
Add to cart

French 2 [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Students continue their virtual tour through France and other French-speaking countries and regions. This second-level French course takes a historical perspective in teaching the language, covering historical events and figures. By the end of this course, students have gained a deeper knowledge of and appreciation for the French culture and language. Course Breakdown À and de before infinitive verbs Prepositions before places Expressions that use depius, pendant, and pour Expressions of time Verbs followed by prepositions Review of verb tenses Possessive pronouns Present participles Passive voice Subjunctive tense Important people in French history Various social systems in France Course Goals Formulate the immediate past with venir de. Create sentences in the conditional tense, including irregular verbs. Recognize prepositions used with geographical names. Distinguish verbs that take à from those that take de before an infinitive. Compare and contrast between using c'est and il/elle est. Form the subjunctive tense and create sentences with it. Formulate the passive voice. Use the present participle. Analyze and utilize vocabulary related to health care and free time, including vacation. Use relative and possessive pronouns in sentences.
Add to cart

General Math [Competency Based] (1st semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description General Math motivates students while helping them establish a strong foundation for success in developmental and consumer mathematics. The course leads students through basic mathematics and its applications, focusing on whole numbers, integers, decimals, and percentages. Students make sense of the mathematics they encounter each day, including wages, banking, interest, credit, and consumer costs. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for mathematics and problem-solving that prepare them for the future. Course Breakdown Whole-number operations Integer operations Decimal operations and applications Percentages Taxes Deductions Wages Accurate record keeping Course Goals Perform basic operations with all types of real numbers. Compute the average from a set of real numbers. Solve real-world problems that use real numbers. Analyze percentages in real-world scenarios. Interpret and calculate a total paycheck given different job types. Manage a bank account through accurate record keeping.
Add to cart

General Math [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description General Math motivates students while helping them establish a strong foundation for success in developmental and consumer mathematics. The course leads students through basic mathematics and its applications, focusing on whole numbers, integers, decimals, and percentages. Students make sense of the mathematics they encounter each day, including wages, banking, interest, credit, and consumer costs. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for mathematics and problem-solving that prepare them for the future. Course Breakdown Costs of items Costs associated with renting and buying a home Costs of maintaining a home Transportation costs Traveling applications Buying, leasing, and renting vehicles Interest and credit Course Goals Analyze and calculate the subtotal of a bill from a shopping trip. Interpret the costs associated with a mortgage. Calculate the different utility bills for a house. Interpret the different parts of a map. Calculate the cost of planning a trip using various transportation methods. Apply different methods of finding costs related to purchasing and operating new and used cars. Gain an understanding of how interest affects different credit accounts.
Add to cart

General Math [Credit Recovery]

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description General Math motivates students while helping them establish a strong foundation for success in developmental and consumer mathematics. The course leads students through basic mathematics and its applications, focusing on whole numbers, integers, decimals, and percentages. Students make sense of the mathematics they encounter each day, including wages, banking, interest, credit, and consumer costs. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for mathematics and problem-solving that prepare them for the future. Course Breakdown Operations with real numbers Applications with integers Scientific notation Percents and decimals Map scale Earnings and taxes Checking account basics Simple and compound interest Payments and loans Costs of rent and mortgages Cost of utilities Cost of home improvements Course Goals Analyze percentages in real-world scenarios. Apply different methods of finding costs related to purchasing and operating new and used cars. Interpret the different parts of a map. Calculate the cost of planning a trip using various transportation methods. Interpret and calculate a total paycheck, given different job types. Manage a bank account through accurate record keeping. Gain an understanding of how interest affects different credit accounts. Analyze and calculate the subtotal of a bill from a shopping trip. Interpret the costs associated with a mortgage. Calculate the different utility bills for a house.
Add to cart

Geometry [Competency Based] (1st semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description What are the different ways a figure can be transformed? What is the difference between similarity and congruence? In Geometry, students formulate mathematical arguments and create geometric constructions. Working with triangle construction to prove theorems, students employ their reasoning abilities to show similarity and congruence, and use trigonometric ratios to find missing measures in triangles. Solving problems concerning three-dimensional figures gives students the opportunity to examine formulas. Students apply their knowledge of geometric shapes by using measures and properties to describe real-life objects, and connect algebra to geometry by graphing figures on the coordinate plane. Students then move to circles, exploring their properties and theorems. Next is the study of probability, in which students interpret data by using independence and conditional probability, and apply the rules of probability to determine compound events and evaluate outcomes of decisions. Course Breakdown Points, lines, and planes Classifying angles and polygons Discovering pi Mathematical modeling Laws of detachment and syllogism Planning and writing proofs Adjacent, complementary, and supplementary angles Slope and intercept of a line Parallel lines cut by a transversal Congruent segments Parallel and perpendicular line construction Inscribed shapes inside triangles and circles SSS, SAS, and ASA postulates Triangle congruency Ratios and proportions AA, SSS, and SAS similarity tests Course Goals Apply geometric properties and relationships through inductive and deductive reasoning. Explain the building blocks of geometry including using definitions and coordinate geometry. Apply the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines. Perform geometric constructions. Solve problems using the properties of triangles. Prove geometric properties and relationships about parallelograms and quadrilaterals by solving problems and using deductive reasoning. Prove geometric properties about congruent triangles by solving problems and using deductive reasoning. Identify and use the properties of similar polygons and triangles.
Add to cart

Geometry [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description What are the different ways a figure can be transformed? What is the difference between similarity and congruence? In Geometry, students formulate mathematical arguments and create geometric constructions. Working with triangle construction to prove theorems, students employ their reasoning abilities to show similarity and congruence, and use trigonometric ratios to find missing measures in triangles. Solving problems concerning three-dimensional figures gives students the opportunity to examine formulas. Students apply their knowledge of geometric shapes by using measures and properties to describe real-life objects, and connect algebra to geometry by graphing figures on the coordinate plane. Students then move to circles, exploring their properties and theorems. Next is the study of probability, in which students interpret data by using independence and conditional probability, and apply the rules of probability to determine compound events and evaluate outcomes of decisions. Course Breakdown Ratio and scale drawings Transformations on the coordinate plane Dilation and similarity Pythagorean Theorem Laws of sines and cosines Characteristics of circles Secants and tangents Equations and graphs of circles Area and perimeter of complex figures Design problems Three-dimensional figures Surface area and volume Course Goals Identify and apply the properties of similar polygons and triangles by solving problems with deductive reasoning. Model the properties of dilations and transformations in a variety of problems. Explore the properties of ratios. Apply the properties of right triangles. Identify and apply the properties of circles to a variety of problems. Model the properties of circles in a variety of problems. Apply area formulas for two- and three-dimensional figures. Reveal key information in a problem using the volume formulas for three-dimensional figures.
Add to cart

Geometry [Credit Recovery]

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description What are the different ways a figure can be transformed? What is the difference between similarity and congruence? In Geometry, students formulate mathematical arguments and create geometric constructions. Working with triangle construction to prove theorems, students employ their reasoning abilities to show similarity and congruence, and use trigonometric ratios to find missing measures in triangles. Solving problems concerning three-dimensional figures gives students the opportunity to examine formulas. Students apply their knowledge of geometric shapes by using measures and properties to describe real-life objects, and connect algebra to geometry by graphing figures on the coordinate plane. Students then move to circles, exploring their properties and theorems. Next is the study of probability, in which students interpret data by using independence and conditional probability, and apply the rules of probability to determine compound events and evaluate outcomes of decisions. Course Breakdown Triangle postulates Triangle theorems Polygon classification Parallelograms Area and perimeter Geometric probability Right triangle ratios Angles of elevation and depression Special triangles Laws of sines and cosines Parts of circles Surface area and volume Polyhedrons Course Goals Explain the building blocks of geometry including using definitions and coordinate geometry. Apply the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines. Perform geometric constructions. Identify and apply the properties of circles to a variety of problems. Solve problems using the properties of triangles. Identify and apply properties of probability to a variety of problems. Identify and apply the properties of similar polygons and triangles. Apply area formulas for two- and three-dimensional figures. Reveal key information in a problem using the volume formulas for three-dimensional figures. Apply trigonometric functions to solve a variety of problems.
Add to cart

Geometry [Honors] (1st semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Geometry [Honors] gives students a strong foundation in the subject as they formulate mathematical arguments and create geometric constructions. The course begins with a study of points, lines, planes, segments, and angles. Students practice an essential geometric skill: constructing and analyzing a variety of proofs. An in-depth coverage of triangles begins as students explore congruent triangles; special parts including bisectors, medians, and altitudes; and triangle theorems. Students then explore more shapes and calculate area, perimeter, and midsegments. Similarity is covered next, as students work with similarity tests for triangles, ratios, and scale drawings. Students explore geometry on the coordinate plane as they perform transformations and create tessellations. Trigonometric ratios and the laws of sines and cosines are used to solve problems. An in-depth study of circles follows, including sectors, inscribed angles, special arcs, and tangents. Students extend their knowledge to conic sections and three-dimensional figures as they work with surface area, volume, density based modeling, and design problems. Course Breakdown Types of lines Classifying triangles Patterns and conjectures Geometric and algebraic proofs Truth tables Angles formed by a transversal Parallel and perpendicular line construction Inscribed shapes inside triangles and circles SSS, SAS, and ASA postulates Triangle congruency Similarity tests Course Goals Apply geometric properties and relationships through inductive and deductive reasoning. Explain the building blocks of geometry, including using definitions and coordinate geometry. Apply the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines. Perform geometric constructions. Solve problems using the properties of triangles. Prove geometric properties and relationships about parallelograms and quadrilaterals by solving problems and using deductive reasoning. Identify and use the properties of similar polygons and triangles.
Add to cart

Geometry [Honors] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Geometry [Honors] gives students a strong foundation in the subject as they formulate mathematical arguments and create geometric constructions. The course begins with a study of points, lines, planes, segments, and angles. Students practice an essential geometric skill: constructing and analyzing a variety of proofs. An in-depth coverage of triangles begins as students explore congruent triangles; special parts including bisectors, medians, and altitudes; and triangle theorems. Students then explore more shapes and calculate area, perimeter, and midsegments. Similarity is covered next, as students work with similarity tests for triangles, ratios, and scale drawings. Students explore geometry on the coordinate plane as they perform transformations and create tessellations. Trigonometric ratios and the laws of sines and cosines are used to solve problems. An in-depth study of circles follows, including sectors, inscribed angles, special arcs, and tangents. Students extend their knowledge to conic sections and three-dimensional figures as they work with surface area, volume, density based modeling, and design problems. Course Breakdown Ratio and scale drawings Transformations on the coordinate plane Dilation and similarity Pythagorean Theorem Laws of sines and cosines Characteristics of circles Graphs of circles Tangent, arc, and angle theorems Conic sections Area and perimeter of complex figures Design problems Surface area and volume Density-based modeling Course Goals Use ratio and scale to model and solve problems. Perform multiple transformations to a geometric figure. Apply the properties of right triangles. Identify and apply the properties of circles to a variety of problems. Model the properties of circles in a variety of problems. Apply area formulas for twoand three-dimensional figures. Reveal key information in a problem using the volume formulas for three-dimensional figures.
Add to cart

Health and Wellness [Competency Based] (1st semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Imagine the healthiest people you know. What are their secrets? While some health traits are genetically determined, the truth is everyone has the ability to make positive changes to better our physical health. In Health and Wellness, you will explore different lifestyle choices that can influence your overall health, from positively interacting with others to choosing quality health care and making sensible dietary choices. Wellness involves being healthy in body and mind. You will learn how to make positive choices that reduce stress and improve your mental and emotional health. You will also examine the choices and influences that can negative impact your overall wellness. You will have the opportunity to build your own plan for improvement and learn how to create the type of environment that will ensure your overall health, happiness, and well-being. Course Breakdown Aspects of wellness Making good health choices Behavioral modifications Developing good relationships Peer influences Violence and abuse Public health Making health-care decisions Body image Nutritional components Nutritional guidelines Factors impacting nutrition Body composition Exercise and body systems Joint structure Sports injuries Infectious diseases Epidemics Cardiovascular system Cardiovascular conditions Course Goals Compare the different aspects of health and wellness and how they contribute to a person's well-being. Apply decision-making skills to decisions about health, safety, and resisting peer pressure. Summarize the effects of violence and abuse on overall health of an individual. Describe products, services, and policies that help a person maintain a healthy lifestyle. Summarize the components and national standards of a healthy diet. Relate proper nutrition to maintaining a healthy body composition. Compare the major joints of the body and the injuries that can affect them. Describe transmission and treatment of infectious diseases in society. Investigate the structure and function of the cardiovascular system and the conditions that affect its proper functioning.
Add to cart

Health and Wellness [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Imagine the healthiest people you know. What are their secrets? While some health traits are genetically determined, the truth is everyone has the ability to make positive changes to better our physical health. In Health and Wellness, you will explore different lifestyle choices that can influence your overall health, from positively interacting with others to choosing quality health care and making sensible dietary choices. Wellness involves being healthy in body and mind. You will learn how to make positive choices that reduce stress and improve your mental and emotional health. You will also examine the choices and influences that can negative impact your overall wellness. You will have the opportunity to build your own plan for improvement and learn how to create the type of environment that will ensure your overall health, happiness, and well-being. Course Breakdown Respiratory system Cancer Diabetes Hereditary conditions Immune system Immune disorders Sports injuries Digestive systems First aid techniques Stages of life Nervous system Emotional health Managing stress Exercise and mental health Using medications Alcohol abuse Tobacco Illegal drugs Drug addiction and abuse Reproductive systems Pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections HIV and AIDS Responsible relationships Course Goals Summarize the components and conditions affecting the respiratory and digestive systems. Show the causes and treatments of cancer, diabetes, as well as hereditary and immune conditions. Describe basic first aid techniques for treating emergency conditions. Compare the health needs and issues at different stages of life. Relate the structure of the nervous system to its function, as well as mental and emotional conditions that affect the system. Investigate the effects of exercise on relieving stress and improving mental health. Show the effects of various drugs on the overall health of a person. Summarize the causes and effects of drug addiction. Compare symptoms and treatments of sexually transmitted infections. Describe appropriate behaviors involved in close personal relationships.
Add to cart

Life Science [Competency Based]

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Life Science introduces students to the structure and function of living things and the natural relationships that exist on Earth. The course begins with the definition of life and a discussion of how living things are classified and organized by scientists. Students then work through material that presents the molecular building blocks of organisms, both microscopic and macroscopic views of life, the diversity and universality of species, and the characteristics of various groups of life. The course culminates with a unit on evolution, asking students to apply what they have learned about the natural world to the complex relationships and environmental factors that have shaped the ever-changing species sharing the world today. Course Breakdown Similarities and differences in living things Organizing life into kingdoms, phyla, and classes Using dichotomous keys to further classify life into order, family, genus, and species Organization of matter into elements made of atoms, which combine to make compounds Water and its importance Carbon, carbon compounds, and their functions Cell theory and the study of the cell The structures and functions of the parts of the cell Life processes at a cellular level Sexual and asexual reproduction Kingdoms of life: archaea, bacteria, viruses, protists, fungi, plants, and animals Genetics is the encoding of characteristics and the passing on of traits from one generation to the next The role of DNA in transmitting the genetic code and communicating instructions to the cell Issues in modern genetics: GMOs and cloning The role of competitive advantage in natural selection The concept of and evidence for the theory of evolution Course Goals Identify the characteristics of living things. Describe the system of organization for classifying organisms. Explain the chemical and structural basis of living organisms. Summarize the processes of mitosis, meiosis, and cell life cycles. Compare and contrast the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration. Compare the processes of asexual and sexual reproduction. Distinguish between the characteristics of organisms in different kingdoms. Explain basic and complex types of inheritance and adaptations. Describe the issues in applying modern genetic engineering methods. Summarize the mechanisms and evidence of evolution.
Add to cart

Life Skills [Competency Based]

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Life Skills is a comprehensive development course for high school students making the transition to life after high school. The course shows students the steps for choosing a career, conducting a job search, selecting the right college, applying to college, and getting financial aid. This course prepares young adults for a successful life after high school, from maintaining a healthy body and a safe home to finding and keeping a job. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for these important life skills. Course Breakdown First aid and health care Vehicular and pedestrian safety Caring for an apartment or home Setting up utilities and insurance coverage Banking and credit cards Savings and retirement Positive personal relationships and courteous behavior Learning styles, problem-solving skills, and time management Voting and community involvement Marriage and parental responsibilities Preparing for post-secondary education The job search: résumés, cover letters, and interviews Traits of successful employees Rights and practices of a responsible employee Healthy diet and exercise patterns Importance of sleep and stress management Self-esteem, emotional health, and self-advocacy Course Goals Explain how to diagnose common illnesses, identify the use of over-the-counter medications, and describe the risks associated with illegal and designer drugs. Identify safety features available in many types of vehicles and mass transportation. Investigate resources related to renting an apartment and setting up utilities. Explain how to manage personal finances, monitor credit reports, and file federal and state income taxes. Identify ways to nurture and develop valuable personal relationships, practice methods for conflict resolution, and become involved in your community. Explain how to prepare a college application and obtain skills needed for college or a career. Identify your skills and abilities and feature them in a résumé or cover letter. Identify education and training opportunities. Evaluate the most important traits of a responsible employee and learn where to find answers to questions in a new place of employment. Identify the components of nutrition, mental health, and wellness, and develop conflict-resolution skills.
Add to cart

Macroeconomics [Competency Based]

$250.00
Rated 0 out of 5
Course Description Macroeconomics deals with the economies of nations and regions. Students will learn how these economies function and measure up against one another by exploring concepts including gross domestic product (GDP), unemployment rates, and price indices. At the end of this course, students will be able to understand the world economy and recognize the events and people who have contributed to the understanding of macroeconomics. Course Breakdown Money Monetary policy Business cycle Economic indicators The Federal Reserve System Investment Taxes Financial institutions The stock market Inflation, employment, and price indexes Government budgets Global and regional trade Economic reform Course Goals Analyze how money, in its various forms and uses, impacts the economy. Explain how fiscal and monetary policies are used to determine economic goals and impact the economy. Analyze the roles income distribution, production, and taxes play in the economy. Explain how banking systems evolved over time and led to the creation of the Federal Reserve System. Analyze the role of the Federal Reserve System in impacting the economy through monetary policy and other economic tools. Analyze the global economic development of nations and the various roles of the US economy around the world.
Add to cart