Course Descriptions
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| Pre-Algebra |
This course offers students another year reviewing basic computation and other general topics before moving into Algebra.
Mr. Thompson |
| Algebra I - Remedial |
This course introduces problem solving using the language of Algebra. Topics covered include equations, inequalities, word problems, systems of open sentences, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials and rational expressions, and quadratic equations.
Mr. Thompson |
| Algebra II - Remedial |
This course prepares the student for further study by developing algebraic skills and knowledge of mathematical theory. Topics covered include the real number system, linear functions and relations, systems of open sentences, quadratic functions and relations, complex numbers, and exponential functions.
Mr. Thompson |
| Geometry - Remedial |
This course is designed to advance geometric understanding and to develop deductive reasoning and cooperative learning. Problem solving using geometric postulates and theorems is stressed.
Mr. Thompson |
| Biology |
This course provides students with fundamentals related to cell physiology, a survey of plant and animal phyla, and human anatomy.
Mr. Smith |
| Conceptual Physics |
This semester course offers a conceptual and exploratory approach to classical mechanics, optics, and electricity for juniors and seniors. Successful completion of Algebra and Geometry is a pre-requisite.
Mr. Stolley |
| Marine Biology |
This semester course offers an overview of physical oceanography, taxonomy, morphology, and physiology of marine organisms, and the structure and function of marine ecosystems is presented.
Note: This course is designed for students who are not intending to pursue science as a college major and feel the need to reduce their senior work load. It is also suitable for those who would like to add science credits prior to taking honors physics or an AP Science in their senior year.
Mr. Stolley |
| Latin I |
This course emphasizes the Roman culture, Latin derivatives, the structure of Latin sentences and translation of short reading passages. Successful completion fulfills the graduation requirement of one year of Latin and allows the student to enroll in Latin II.
Note: Latin I course offering dependent upon enrollment.
Mr. Elliott |
| Latin II |
This course continues with a review of the grammar studied in Latin I. More difficult and longer reading selections are translated. The study of grammar continues along with the study of Latin vocabulary and derivatives. Successful completion fulfills the graduation requirement of two years of foreign language.
Note: Latin II course offering dependent upon enrollment.
Mr. Elliott |
| Spanish I |
This course is an introduction to the four skills of foreign languages: hearing, speaking, reading, and writing. The students learn extensive beginning vocabulary and the present progressive and near future tenses.
Miss Campos |
| Spanish II |
This course further increases listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as cultural awareness. The content includes an expansion of the four communication skills and a survey of the target culture.
Miss Campos |
| U.S. History |
This course presents a chronological survey of American history that spans pre-Columbus Christian exploration to current times.
Mr. Joynt |
| World History |
This course traces world history from the ancient world to the middle ages. It surveys ancient civilizations, Old Testament, Greek, Roman, early Christian, and early European eras and their influences on later civilizations, including our own.
Note: WA students must have approval from the Guidance Office to register for World History. Enrollment will be limited to 12 students.
Mr. Matthews
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| Government |
This semester course emphasizes our government's orgin, growth, organization, powers and functions from a Biblical perspective.
Mr. Scott |
| Principles of Economics I & II (AP Macro & Micro) |
This course in macro-economic and micro-economic principles covers basic economic problems and concepts. Topics discussed and analyzed include the role of government in various economic systems, aggregate measure of economic performance, fiscal and monetary policies, elasticity, profit maximizing behavior under various market structures, and trade policies.
Note: This course is a BCC dual-enrollment class. Students must have approval from Student Services Office to register for Principles of Economics I & II.
Mr. Jominy |
| Business Law I & II |
This course covers basic principles of law and their application to business problems. Topics include a discussion of legal rights and social forces: the legal relationships of government, business and society; law of contracts; personal property, bailments, sales of goods, torts and business crimes. In addition, the course provides a study of the legal principles covering negotiable instruments: creditors' rights and secured transations; agency, employer-employee relations; franchises; insurance; bankruptcy; partnerships; corporations; and real property.
Note: This course is a BCC dual-enrollment class. Students must have approval from Student Services Office to register for Business Law I & II.
Mr. Critch |
