Basic Math CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 9-11 PREREQUISITE:
HOMEWORK: 2 hours week Must meet state guidelines
In this course students will study basic math skills used in day to day life. Students will learn budgeting skills and complete a banking unit. Pre-Algebra CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 9-11 PREREQUISITE:
HOMEWORK: 2 hours week Must meet state guidelines
This is a pre-algebra course and provides a smooth path from elementary arithmetic to algebra and from the visual world to geometry. Topics covered include measurement (both English and metric), variables, problem-solving, formulas, number systems, equations, graphing, data analysis and probability, and some basic geometry concepts including transformations. Emphasis is placed on interactive techniques used to solve real-world application problems. This course may move more slowly than Regular Education Bridges. Other modifications maybe made to the course based on individual student needs and IEP goals. Algebra 1 CREDIT: 1.0 GRADE: 9-12 PREREQUISITE: MATERIALS:
HOMEWORK: 2-3 hours week Pre-Algebra Ruler, graph paper, and graphing calculator
Students in Algebra 1 will study order of operations, solving equations with one variable, graphing equations, working with exponential expressions, and factoring polynomials. Linear and exponential functions will be studied in depth. These topics will be studied in the context of their application to real-world problems as well as at a theoretical level. This course does meet the Qualified Admissions requirements for math if taken at the high school level. The Kansas Standards of number and computation, geometry, and data are reinforced throughout the curriculum. Health CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 10 PREREQUISITE:
HOMEWORK: 1 hour week None
Physical Education courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills in more than one of the following sports or activities: team sports, individual/dual sports, recreational sports, and fitness/conditioning activities. Speech 1 CREDIT: .5 GRADE: 12 PREREQUISITE:
HOMEWORK: Homework: 1-2 hours/week None
This course is designed as an introduction to speech communication. Students are prepared in the areas of interpersonal communication, small group communication, communication theory, and public speaking. Students learn organization, listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Students practice informative, visual aids, and persuasive speaking before an audience. 60