CCS 2018 Course Catalog by Chattanooga Christian School

CHATTANOOGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG & REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2018 / 2019

MISSION Preparing students to lead and serve with distinction while representing Christ and seeking his Kingdom in all areas of the home, church, society, and culture.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Beliefs and Mission..................................................................... 4 Registration Process................................................................... 5 Course Placement Recommendations................................ 10 Course Descriptions by Department.....................................11 Biblical Studies........................................................................... 12 English.......................................................................................... 16 History..........................................................................................20 Math............................................................................................... 24 Physical Education.................................................................... 30 Science.......................................................................................... 32 Technology.................................................................................. 38 World Languages.......................................................................40 Arts.................................................................................................44 Electives........................................................................................ 52

Based on the Beliefs and Mission of CCS, the academic program prepares students to rigorously pursue truth, to faithfully steward creation, and to humbly serve the church, family, society, and culture while giving testimony to Christ and his Kingdom to come. In recognition that this task is communal, ongoing, and integral to all aspects of school and life, the academic program is oriented around all of the Core Distinctives: • Grace-Filled

Community • Integrated, Christ-Centered Discipleship • Individual Student Growth • Rigorous Curricular and Co-Curricular Programs • Truth-Based Critical Thinking Our academic program and offerings aim to develop a coherent, integrated understanding of truth through communal inquiry and critical thought. To accomplish this end, students study the liberal arts in courses designed around concepts, essential questions, and transferable understandings. These concepts, essential questions, and transferable understandings are grounded in the metanarrative of Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration with a recognition that this story pervades and shapes the subject areas taught as well as the teachers and students who teach and learn. Although all students experience the core curriculum, in recognition that each student has unique needs and abilities, we offer three pathways to a diploma in the High School: Humanities, Fine Arts, and Math/Science/Technology. These pathways were developed to allow students to select particular courses and electives most suitable for cultivation of their abilities and interests in preparation for Kingdom service. Within these pathways, students may choose electives in technology, physical education, and the visual and performing arts. The purpose of this catalog is to provide information about course offerings and requirements, enabling students and parents to collaborate with Guidance staff to understand and choose the best path for each student. For questions about what you read here, please contact the appropriate Guidance counselor:

REGISTRATION PROCESS Middle School Instructions for Registering 1. Read through the entire guide carefully and think about which courses fit your interests and abilities. 2. Bring any questions to the Guidance staff. 3. Discuss your course selections with your parents. Complete the registration form and have them sign it. 4. Return the registration form by the grade level deadline: e. Rising 6th Grade to Mrs. Tanner in the Lower School Office by Wednesday, January 24, 2018. f. Rising 7th Grade to Mrs. Daugherty’s office by Wednesday, January 24, 2018. g. Rising 8th Grade to Mr. Davick’s office by Wednesday, January 24, 2018. h. Rising 9th Grade: see High School instructions for registering 5. Space can be limited in some courses–usually electives–so treat deadlines seriously! MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE OPTIONS

Study Hall

*modified courses available

Levels of Curriculum The course catalog indicates the level at which each course is taught in the Upper School. Levels for the Middle School are as follows: Honors (Hon) (4.0 grade scale): Students in grades 6-12 must have previous teacher’s approval to enter an honors course, as well as a B grade average or better in the subject area. Students must be able to grasp concepts and skills rapidly and perceptively pursue deeper understanding. Excellent study skills, advanced reading skills, and the desire to do additional projects and/or work are necessary. College Preparatory (CP) (4.0 grade scale): Students in grades 6-12 must be able to perform at an appropriate grade level that will prepare them for future college course work. These address similar concepts and skills as the honors courses. Good study skills, maturity, and the ability to do independent work are necessary. Course Placement Recommendations Course placement in the upper grades is determined by the faculty members of the department. Seeking to provide each student with the placement for which they are best suited, faculty teams use the following criteria to make these recommendations: previous courses, grades, teacher recommendation, placement tests (when requested for new students), and standardized test scores. These recommendations reflect the best professional judgment of the CCS faculty and staff and are made with the student’s best interest in mind. Our desire is to see each student pressed to their potential but not frustrated by work beyond their limits. The registration form for rising 6th-12th graders includes these placements. Parents and students who are not in agreement with a placement may complete a “Request for Change of Placement” form (available on Magnus). Return these completed forms to your rising Grade Level Counselor, stating the specific reasons why you believe your student should be placed differently. Grade Level Counselors will lead the faculty team in revisiting the matter, meeting with parents when indicated. It is important to remember that no individual teacher makes a unilateral decision on student placement, and these decisions are ultimately made jointly between school and parents. Please contact your rising Grade Level Counselor with questions about your child’s placement. Parents will be alerted by email in the summer when student schedules are available on RenWeb. Parents whose students currently have an ISP or 504 at CCS (or an IEP at another school) should contact Shonda Caines in the Exceptional Education Office (x404; scaines@ccsk12.com) for assistance and planning.

High School Instructions For Registering 1. Read through the entire guide carefully. 2. Decide which Pathway to graduation you plan to take (Humanities, Fine Arts, or Math/Science/Tech). 3. Create a 4-year Course Plan following the instructions here. This is a crucial step! 4. Based on that 4-year plan, decide which courses are the most suitable choice for this year. 5. Bring any questions to the Guidance staff. 6. Discuss your course selections with your parents. 7. Complete the registration form. 8. Get your parent’s signature on the registration form. 9. Return the registration form to the Guidance Office in the basket on Mrs. Arnold’s desk or in Mrs. Daugherty’s office by Wednesday, January 24, 2018. Space can be limited in some courses–usually electives. Students will be scheduled into classes in order of grade, beginning with seniors. After re-enrollment in February, class availability may be more limited, so treat this deadline seriously. HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OPTIONS Students follow one of the three pathways to graduation listed above with a particular emphasis in the liberal arts high school curriculum. Each pathway will require 23 minimum credits. Students must fulfill the specific requirements in one of these pathways to receive a diploma. Special care to fulfill these requirements should be taken by students and parents in planning and registering for classes. Consider these requirements carefully when requesting midyear schedule changes as well. The Humanities Pathway represents the minimum basic graduation requirement. The Fine Arts Pathway and the Math/Science/Tech Pathway allow some students to take additional specific electives while still fulfilling graduation requirements. Therefore, it is essential for each student to begin creating a 4-year plan with Guidance staff in the 9th grade and to update that plan with Guidance each year.

English Math Science History Computer Science World Language Fine Arts PE/Wellness Biblical Studies Electives Interim Total

Humanities Pathway 4 credits 4 credits 3.5 credits (4.0 GA res.) 3.5 credits

Fine Arts Pathway 4 credits 4 credits 3 credits (4.0 GA res.) 3 credits

2 credits 1.5 credits (only .5 of Ballroom) .5 Wellness + .5 PE 2 Bible +.5 Community Service credits 21.5credits

2 credits 4 credits (only .5 of Ballroom) .5 Wellness 2 Bible +.5 Community Service 1 credit 1 (.25 each year at CCS) 25 credits 23

1 (.25 each year at CCS) 25 23 credits

Math/Science/Technology Pathway 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 3 credits 1 credit 2 credits 1 credit (only .5 of Ballroom) .5 Wellness 2 Bible +.5 Community Service 12 credits 1 (.25 each year at CCS) 25 credits 23

Credits Full credit classes meet for 2 semesters and receive 1 credit; half credit classes meet for a full semester and receive one half credit. Final grades are given at the end of each semester, and semester grades are not averaged to produce a final yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grade. Typical High School Core Course Sequence (by subject area) Science 9th 10th 11th 12th

College Prep Biology Physical Science Chemistry* Science Electives

Honors/DE/AP Biology I Honors Physics I Honors Chemistry Honors DE Physics AP

9th 10th 11th 12th

Math College Prep Algebra I* Geometry Algebra II-11 Algebra III, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus 12, Statistics AP

Honors/DE/AP Algebra II - 9 Geometry Honors Pre-Calculus 11 Honors Statistics AP, Calculus AP

9th 10th 11th 12th

History College Prep Civics and Government/Economics Modern World History US History Contemporary Global History

Honors/DE/AP Ancient & Medieval History Honors Modern World History Honors US History Honors, US History AP Contemporary Global History Honors

9th 10th 11th 12th

College Prep English I English II English III English IV

English Honors/DE/AP English I Honors English II Honors Language and Composition AP Literature and Composition AP

*modified courses available

High School Special Education Diploma: A special education diploma may be awarded to students with disabilities who (1) have not met the requirements for a high school diploma, (2) have satisfactorily completed an individualized education program as described in an Individual Service Plan, and (3) have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct. Students must be formally qualified and approved for a Special Education Diploma through the CCS Exceptional Education Program. Student Athletes and the NCAA Clearinghouse: Students interested in participating in athletics at an NCAA Division I or Division II college or university need to be cleared by NCAA, and there may be special class registration considerations. Please check with Mrs. Vos in the College Guidance Office before registering for classes. Levels of Curriculum The course catalog indicates the level at which each course is taught in the Upper School. Levels are as follows: Advanced Placement (AP) (4.67 grade scale): Chattanooga Christian School offers advanced placement (AP) courses to juniors or seniors in English Language, English Literature, Studio Art, European History, United States History, Statistics, Calculus, Physics, Spanish, French, and Computer Science Principles. Students who wish to enroll in AP courses must meet the following criteria: indicate commitment to advanced level studies, adequately complete advanced level prerequisites in the content area, and receive recommendation from a current teacher and permission from the AP instructor. Students are required to take an AP examination at the end of the year, which requires an additional fee under $100. Dual Enrollment (DE) (4.33 grade scale): Courses that are designated Dual Enrollment (DE) are available to juniors and seniors and taught by CCS teachers who are qualified to teach college level classes. DE classes are taught in CCS classrooms using the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s curriculum. Our commitment is that these courses will be taught from a Christian perspective, usually in conjunction with Christian colleges. Courses offered for the 2018-2019 school year are Honors Chemistry and Physical Science. Students eligible for college credit will be in grades 11 and 12, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and have teacher recommendation for the desired course. The cost of these high school courses is covered in CCS tuition, but to receive college credit, students will pay a fee of $400-$600 per semester course to the college. Specific information will be available through the Guidance Office. Students not registering and paying for college credit with the college for these courses will receive honors level credit for the course. Honors (Hon) (4.33 grade scale): Students in grades 6-12 must have previous teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approval to enter an honors course, as well as a B grade average or better in the subject area. Students must be able to grasp concepts and skills rapidly and perceptively pursue deeper understanding. Excellent study skills, advanced reading skills, and the desire to do additional projects and/or work are necessary. College Preparatory (CP) (4.0 grade scale): Students in grades 6-12 must be able to perform at an appropriate grade level that will prepare them for future college course work. These address similar concepts and skills as the honors courses. Good study skills, maturity, and the ability to do independent work are necessary.

COURSE PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Course placement in the upper grades is determined by the faculty members of the department. Seeking to provide each student with the placement for which they are best suited, faculty teams use the following criteria to make these recommendations: previous courses, grades, teacher recommendation, placement tests (when requested for new students), and standardized test scores. These recommendations reflect the best professional judgment of the CCS faculty and staff and are made with the student’s best interest in mind. Our desire is to see each student pressed to their potential but not frustrated by work beyond their limits. The registration form for rising 6th-12th graders includes these placements. Parents and students who are not in agreement with a placement may complete a “Request for Change of Placement” form (available on RenWeb). Return these completed forms to your rising Grade Level Counselor, stating the specific reasons why you believe your student should be placed differently. Grade Level Counselors will lead the faculty team in revisiting the matter, meeting with parents when indicated. It is important to remember that no individual teacher makes a unilateral decision on student placement, and these decisions are ultimately made jointly between school and parents. Please contact your rising Grade Level Counselor with questions about your child’s placement. Parents will be alerted by email when student schedules are available on RenWeb. Parents whose students currently have an ISP or 504 at CCS (or an IEP at another school) should contact Shonda Caines in the Exceptional Education Office (x404; scaines@ccsk12.com) for assistance and planning.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS BY DEPARTMENT The following information is a listing of courses in each Upper School department: English, Math, Science, History, Biblical Studies, World Language, Arts, Physical Education, Technology, and miscellaneous Electives. Information includes the course title, grade level, academic level (College Preparatory, Honors, Dual Enrollment, or Advanced Placement), amount of credit, and prerequisites where applicable.

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BIBLICAL STUDIES UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG & REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2018 / 2019 12

BIBLICAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT Old Testament Survey 1 Grade 6 The 6th grade Bible course is a required semester-long Bible course. It deals primarily with the Old Testament and the redemptive story of the Bible as a whole. Topics covered are the Christocentric story of the Bible, the setting of the story, and the Old Testament from Creation through the Israelites wanderings in the wilderness. Students are required to participate in individual and class-wide examinations of the Bible along with a variety of discussions, assignments, and weekly memory verses. Old Testament Survey 2 Grade 7 The 7th grade Bible course is a required semester-long Bible course. It deals primarily with the Old Testament and the redemptive story of the Bible as a whole. Topics covered are the Christocentric story of the Bible and the Old Testament from the Israelites wanderings in the wilderness to the Israelite monarchy. Students are required to participate in individual and class-wide examinations of the Bible along with a variety of discussions, assignments, and weekly memory verses. New Testament Survey Grade 8 The 8th grade Bible course is a required semester-long Bible course. It deals primarily with the New Testament and continues the redemptive story of the Old Testament as fulfilled in Jesus Christ which began in the 6th and 7th grades. Within the Kingdom framework of Jesus Christ, this course emphasizes the themes of Leadership and Service as they are described particularly in the New Testament, and worked out in our relationships both in the church and to the world at large. Biblical Foundations 1/2 credit Grade 9 Doctrine of God and Humanity: Bible 9 is a biblical foundations course which addresses the questions, “Who is God?” and, “What does it mean to be human?” In the first half of the course, students study the doctrine of the Trinity, God’s attributes, and common errors in thinking about God. In the second half of the course, students study what it means to be created in God’s image, how the Fall has marred that image, and why we need a Savior. God’s purpose for work, his design for sexuality, and questions about marriage are also discussed in this course which lays a foundation for Christian doctrine and faith. Paul’s Epistles (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 10 Students study Romans through Philemon, which are the books of the Bible written by Paul. While learning the major themes discussed in this part of the Bible, students also learn the unique Bible study skills necessary to study Paul’s Epistles in an accurate way.

BIBLICAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT General Epistles (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 11 Students study James, Jude, First and Second Peter and First, Second, and Third John. While learning the major themes discussed in this part of the Bible, students also learn the unique Bible study skills necessary to study this part of the Bible in an accurate way. Senior Seminar (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 12 This class is the capstone to students’ CCS Bible curriculum. Students engage the ideas of the world ranging from atheism to Hinduism through a series of “Authentic Tasks” which utilize skills required in the world beyond high school. The goal is for students to be able to not only articulate a Christian worldview according to the Gospel, but to be able to charitably and lovingly summarize and critique many of the alternative worldviews competing with Christianity. Units include apologetics, world religions, Minor Prophets, and Revelation. Community Service (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 12 Placement in an off-campus site for community service for one semester is required of all seniors. Students will serve others in our community who deal with poverty, homelessness, AIDS, hunger, and other societal issues on a daily basis in an attempt to represent Christ and his Kingdom.

ENGLISH UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG & REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2018 / 2019 16

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT English 6 (CP) Grade 6 Sixth grade English students study a variety of texts that coincide with their Eastern Civilization class. This gives meaning and richness to texts and provides more background and evidence in class discussion. Much of the content is focused on themes of identity as sixth graders themselves not only seek to find their own niche at CCS but also develop reading strategies that will enable success. Students also work to develop strong habits of good writing by using transition words, topic sentences, and strong these in persuasive essays, thematic essays, and debates. We discuss our literature in small and large groups as we seek to develop strong habits of speaking, listening, and thinking. Students work to develop strong language skills by writing and discussing in complete sentences, recognizing and avoiding sentence errors, and completing simple grammar warm-ups. English 6 Honors (Hon) Grade 6 The students in advanced English are expected to work well independently, to enter class discussion, and to maintain an accelerated pace in terms of assignments. The standards described above inform the Honors English curriculum, and students in this course are expected to engage texts and tasks with greater depth and complexity. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English Skills 6 (modified) Grade 6 English Skills 6 students read and write in a variety of genres, such as historical fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. In reading, students focus on strategies such as making predictions, visualizing information, and summarizing for the main idea. In writing, students are taught to create precise, clear works while focusing on writing as a process that can be learned. Grammar and vocabulary are covered in literature and writing assignments; they are contextualized in the unit of study. Books on tape and summaries are encouraged for students with unique learning needs. This course is reserved for those students who may benefit from more individual teaching time than available in English 6. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English 7 (CP) Grade 7 English 7 students explore literature that reflects our study of Western Civilization, inviting dialogue and expression about the human experience. The reading selections also present a variety of â&#x20AC;&#x153;coming of ageâ&#x20AC;? themes. Students are challenged to read with a mature mindset of examining, discussing, and evaluating truth found in the reading. Speaking, writing, grammar, and vocabulary instruction are also central components of the course. English 7 Honors (Hon) Grade 7 English 7 Honors explores the core content of the English 7 curriculum, but incorporates additional and alternate reading and writing. Students are expected to engage the coursework with greater depth and complexity while maintaining a rigorous pace in terms of assignments. Vocabulary is contextualized in the units of study, and grammar is taught in relation to writing. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT English 8 (CP) Grade 8 English 8 further develops a student’s literacy skills primarily by interacting with great works of literature. Students read, discuss, and analyze a wide range of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction from our American heritage. The literature often connects with students’ course of study in US History 8. In this class, students also follow the writing process to compose different types of essays that are connected to the literature assigned. Vocabulary and grammar are taught in the context of both reading and writing. English 8 Honors (Hon) Grade 8 English 8 Honors follows the English 8 curriculum, with additional reading, enrichment activities, and a strong emphasis in analytical thinking and writing skills. Students are expected to engage the coursework with greater depth and complexity while maintaining a rigorous pace in terms of assignments. Vocabulary and grammar are taught in the context of both reading and writing. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English I (CP) 1 credit Grade 9 English I equips students to understand, evaluate, and construct arguments, establishing a strong foundation for students to read deeply, think critically, and write well throughout their high school study. Students explore, analyze, and discuss works of world literature to identify the ways in which the authors’ craft reveals not only their personal values, beliefs, and perspectives, but also those of their culture. Language instruction includes acquisition of new vocabulary and also gives new experiences in both academic and creative writing, with a focus on using clauses and phrases to improve writing style. English I Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 9 English I Honors: Introduction to Global Literature broadens students’ awareness of literature from cultures and time periods different from their own in order to gain more understanding of the world and of their place in it. Language instruction includes acquisition of new vocabulary, development of research skills, and new experiences in both academic and creative writing. English I Honors explores the same content as English I, with enrichment activities, alternate readings, and a stronger emphasis on analytical thinking skills in writing and discussion. This advanced course requires up to an hour (more in some cases) of study time outside of class for every hour spent in class. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English II (CP) 1 credit Grade 10 Sophomore English is a study of the great literary works of Western Civilization. Students will consider the essential ideas of these texts in their reading, writing, and discussion. The principles of grammar and a continuation of vocabulary study are also a part of the course.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT English II Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 10 English II Honors is a study of the great works of Western Civilization at greater depth and complexity. This advanced course requires up to an hour (more in some cases) of study time outside of class for every hour spent in class. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English III (CP) 1 credit Grade 11 Junior English is a rigorous year of reading, writing, analysis, and discussion based on American Literature. English III students investigate the various aspects of the American experience through our nation’s literature from the Colonial Age to the present. Through both independent and collaborative work, students are expected to reach their own conclusions and interpretations. Vocabulary study and research assignments are also a major part of this course. AP English Language and Composition (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 11 AP Language and Composition is a study of the rhetorical effects of language, primarily drawn from American literature. From the College Board: “The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which requires students to develop evidence-based analytic and argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments…. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods.” American fiction and poetry also round out the course’s content. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. English IV (CP) 1 credit Grade 12 English IV students read a variety of genres from World Literature including novels, memoirs, essays, poetry, and plays. From Oedipus to the Southern writers, students interpret, analyze, criticize, and synthesize key themes and essential questions, demonstrating their understanding not only through discussion and summative evaluations, but also through expository, persuasive, and narrative writing. The traditional autobiography project, the capstone of English IV, allows students the opportunity to examine their lives in the light of the literature they have studied, telling their own stories in community with their peers. AP English Literature and Composition (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 12 This college-level course, which prepares students for the Advanced Placement exam in literature and composition, provides an in-depth study of World Literature. Students read widely and deeply, studying works from the Classical Age to the beginning of the Postmodern Age. Students demonstrate understanding through discussion and through interpretive, analytical, and persuasive compositions. This advanced course requires at least one hour (more in some cases) of study time outside of class for every hour spent in class. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

HISTORY UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG & REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2018 / 2019

HISTORY DEPARTMENT Eastern Civilization 6 Grade 6 Eastern Civilization is designed to introduce 6th grade students to the study of geography and history. Students survey the history, geography, and culture of each of the following regions of the Eastern Hemisphere: North Africa and the Middle East, South Asia, the Polar Regions, North Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific Realm, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Students further develop skills in using maps, reading informational text, and writing expository paragraphs. All units of study focus on the direct relationship between geographic location and cultural developments. An honors section is available for qualified students, as determined by teacher recommendation. Western Civilization 7 Grade 7 Western Civilization is the study of the history and geography of the Western world. The class combines a modern look at the Western world in its present day with the history of these areas. Through the partnership of geography and history, students become aware of the mistakes, achievements, accomplishments, moral dilemmas, and hardships that have shaped the Western world. An honors section is available for qualified students, as determined by teacher recommendation. US History 8 Grade 8 The 8th grade history course is a combination of surveys and topics with emphasis on the period from European colonization through the Civil War. A distinctive feature of this course throughout is the inclusion of topics of local interest supported by appropriate field trips to nearby sites. The class will incorporate lecture, internet research, electronic and verbal presentations, tests, interactive lessons, and written assignments. An honors section is available for qualified students, as determined by teacher recommendation. Civics and Government (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 9 Building on their experience as 8th graders in studying US history and visiting our nation’s capital, freshmen study more deeply the development of our republican form of government and its constitutional foundation with particular emphasis on the necessity of civic virtue and institutional arrangements, both arising out of religious conviction. One semester only. This course is required of all freshmen and may be required of transfer students. Economics (CP) 1/2 credit Grade 9 The purpose of this introductory, semester-long course is to understand the basic principles of economics and how to be wise stewards of God’s resources. This course focuses on understanding markets–how they function and how they have been used, abused, or ignored in history. Experiential learning and an emphasis on personal finance are integral to this course. This course is required of all freshmen and may be required of transfer students.

HISTORY DEPARTMENT Ancient & Medieval History Hon (Hon) 1 credit Grade 9 While this course spans thousands of years of history, a topical approach utilizing the words of ancient observers makes possible a survey understanding in addition to the development of students’ critical thinking skills. This course begins with the Bible’s declaration that the second generation of humans (Cain) built a city (prompting a question about the historicity of the Scriptures) and focuses on the following cities, their people, their customs, and their institutions: Babylon and Nineveh, Athens, Alexandria, Jerusalem, Rome, Constantinople, Mecca, Beijing, and the revival of towns and cities in medieval Europe. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Modern World History (CP) 1 credit Grade 10 The premise for this study of the Modern World (1500-1945) is that we live in a world profoundly shaped by ideas and events which mostly found their origin in Europe. Developments there served as a springboard for the European settlement of the Americas, the exploration and eventual scramble for Africa, and their mostly-thwarted attempts to dominate the powerful civilizations of India, China, and Japan. European hegemony ended with the two massive world wars of the first half of the 20th century. An honors section is available for qualified students, as determined by teacher recommendation. US History (CP) 1 credit Grade 11 Every student should know the story of his homeland: its settlement over a period of centuries by Europeans (including the Spanish), enslaved Africans, and later Asians; the creation of a constitutional government in the wake of a war for independence; its near break-up over issues of slavery and states’ rights; changing views of federalism; and in the 20th century especially, the expansion of federal power and the changing role of the United States in world affairs. After a nine-week survey of the period through the Civil War, the remainder of the course is devoted to the more recent history of the past 150 years. This course is required of all students not in the AP track; an advanced section will be available on teacher recommendation. US History AP (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 11 This course is unique in that it represents a college freshman level survey of US History. Therefore, in addition to addressing the basic objectives of the concepts in US History course, it also emphasizes primary document research and analysis, collegiate level reading and critique, and historical essay writing. This advanced course requires at least one hour (more in some cases) of study time outside of class for every hour spent in class. Enrollment in this course is contingent upon teacher recommendation; preference is given to students previously enrolled in the honors track as sophomores. Contemporary Global History: Understanding the Times 1/2 credit Grade 12 elective Making sense of the world in the 21st century: a one-semester exploration of the history of the world since the end of World War II, this course explores the course and consequences of the Cold War, the progression and effects of decolonization, the spread of globalization, and the comparative influences of Islam and Christianity in the past four 22

HISTORY DEPARTMENT decades. This course will be required of all students in the Humanities Pathway not taking AP History beginning with the Class of 2019. ELECTIVES* *Availability of elective offerings contingent on enrollment numbers and teacher availability. Civil War (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This one-semester course is an in-depth study of the Civil War, with a primary focus on the battles and wartime activity in Chattanooga and the surrounding region. Beyond simply providing a better understanding of the War Between the States, the course makes use of resources readily and uniquely available: primary sources, battlefields, artifact collections, film, and of course books. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for history; will not be offered in the 2018-2019 school year. World War II 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective â&#x20AC;&#x153;World War II in the American Experienceâ&#x20AC;? is an in-depth one-semester study of a single major episode in US history. The course is designed as a high-level seminar, employing all the following resources: popular books, film documentaries, feature-length films, simulations, interviews, and oral history. The purpose of the course is to highlight numerous valid ways to explore the past, while exploring the defining event of the 20th century in American history and hopefully finding considerable satisfaction in so doing. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for history; will not be offered in the 2018-2019 school year. Civil Rights 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This one-semester course is designed to provide a clear understanding of the roots of racism and the cultural response to that racism in the United States. The course focuses on the period immediately following the Civil War through the Civil Rights Movement. In addition to providing an historical understanding, the course is designed to foster a biblical perspective of race and the role of the believer in being an agent of reconciliation. This is an elective course offered in alternate years. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for history; will not be offered in the 2018-2019 school year.

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MATH DEPARTMENT Math 6 (CP) Grade 6 Sixth grade math is a course where skills and concepts taught in elementary school are reviewed and extended to form a solid foundation, preparing students for the more abstract concepts that will come in 7th and 8th grade. Basic computational skills and concepts are reviewed and practiced with an aim toward mastery. This course is designed to improve computational and problem solving skills and solidify foundational concepts. Topics in the course include number sense and algebraic thinking; problem solving; measurement and statistics; whole number, fraction, and decimal operations; number theory (prime numbers, GCF, LCM, etc.); ratios and percents; and geometry. Math 6 Honors (Hon) Grade 6 The sixth grade honors math is an advanced course that prepares the student for the study of Pre-Algebra Honors in the seventh grade. This course is fast-paced and rigorous, heavy in mathematical application. Topics include number sense, one-step equations, decimals, fractions, integers, some data analysis and statistics, ratios, proportions, percents, and some geometry. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of fifth grade advanced math or the summer equivalent. Math 7 (CP) Grade 7 Seventh grade math is a review of basic math skills and beginning pre-algebra. The course covers fractions, decimals, integers, equations, proportion, ratios, percents, and limited geometry. Various story problem solving strategies are taught. Pre-Algebra Honors (Hon) Grade 7 The Pre-Algebra Honors course is an advanced course that prepares the student for the study of Algebra I Honors in the eighth grade. This course is fast-paced and rigorous, heavy in mathematical application. Topics include variables, expressions, integers, solving equations, rational numbers, proportions, ratios, probability, percents, linear functions, square roots, measurements, data analysis, and some geometry. The teacher also uses the graphing calculator at various times throughout the year to enhance the curriculum. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of the 6th grade math curriculum. Introduction to Algebra (CP) Grade 8 Introduction to Algebra is a course designed to bridge the gap between the concrete concepts of 6th and 7th grade math to the more abstract concepts of algebra. A variety of topics are covered including learning how to write and solve equations and inequalities, solving and graphing linear equations, simplifying expressions with positive and negative exponents, simplifying and estimating perfect and imperfect square roots, and writing and solving proportions. The teacher also uses the graphing calculator at various times throughout the year to enhance the curriculum.

MATH DEPARTMENT Algebra I Honors MS (Hon) 1 credit Grade 8 (included in high school transcript but does not affect high school GPA) The Algebra I Honors course is an advanced course that is a study in symbolic reasoning, functions, the use of graphs to express functions, the solving of linear equations, graphing and writing linear equations, solving and graphing linear inequalities, linear systems, properties of exponents, operations with polynomials including factoring and solving quadratics, and working with radicals. This course is fast-paced and rigorous, heavy in mathematical application. The teacher also uses the graphing calculator at various times throughout the year to enhance the curriculum. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Pre-Algebra Honors math or the summer equivalent. Fundamentals of Pre-Algebra (Basic) Grade 8 Fundamentals of Pre-Algebra is a course designed to move students from the concrete concepts of 6th and 7th grade math to the more abstract concepts of algebra. Students are challenged to continue building their whole number, decimal, and fraction skills as they apply them to pre-algebra concepts. Topics include learning how to write and solve equations and inequalities, solving and graphing linear equations, simplifying expressions with positive and negative exponents, simplifying and estimating perfect and imperfect square roots, and writing and solving proportions. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and Exceptional Education recommendation. Algebra I (CP) 1 credit Grade 9 This first year high school course develops the foundations that students need for high school mathematics. Topics include a brief review of Pre-Algebra skills, linear equations, slope, writing and solving equations, rules of exponents, operations with polynomials, factoring, working with radicals, and solving quadratics. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Algebra II-9 Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 9 This is the honors freshman math class; standard Algebra II concepts are covered. Topics include: linear equalities and inequalities, solving quadratics, radicals, and conic sections. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this class (TI-83 or 84). Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Algebra I. Introduction to Algebra (CP) 1 credit Grade 9 This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra I. A variety of topics are covered including learning how to write and solve equations and inequalities, solving and graphing linear equations, simplifying expressions with positive and negative exponents, simplifying and estimating perfect and imperfect square roots, and writing and solving proportions. The teacher also uses the graphing calculator at various times throughout the year to enhance the curriculum. Geometry (CP) 1 credit Grade 10 Basic plane geometry topics are covered in this course. Topics include: deductive reasoning, geometry terminology, polygons, circles, area, volume, and proofs. 26

MATH DEPARTMENT Geometry Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 10 Standard plane geometry topics are covered in this course with more emphasis placed on algebra and problem solving. Topics include: deductive reasoning, polygons, trigonometry, area, and volume. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of an advanced freshman math class. Algebra II-11 (CP) 1 credit Grade 11 In this course standard Algebra II concepts are covered that are a continuation of Algebra I. Topics include: linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, quadratics, polynomials, complex numbers, logarithms, introductory trigonometry, and probability. The teacher will also place an emphasis on ACT preparation in this course. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this course (TI-83 or 84). Pre-Calculus 11 Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 11/12 This course covers advanced topics needed for Calculus. Student presentations are stressed on more advanced topics, and students perform various projects throughout the year. Topics include: linear functions, conic sections, matrices, logarithms, polynomials, advanced trigonometry, polar functions, sequences and series, and an introduction to limits. The graphing calculator is a requirement for this class (TI-83 or 84). Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of an honors math classes in 9th and 10th grade. Students must take AP Statistics or AP Calculus after completing this course. Algebra III (CP) 1 credit Grade 12 Algebra III is a senior level course designed to prepare students for life after high school, whether that involves college level mathematics, entering the workforce, or heading in another direction. It covers a broad range of applicable mathematics, including topics in geometry, algebra, probability, and statistics. In this course, we aim to discover and appreciate Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s order in creation from a mathematical perspective. Students are expected to gain a strong understanding of number theory, algebraic graphs and functions, systems of linear equations, geometry, consumer mathematics, probability, and statistics. An additional goal of this course is to help students learn responsibility, accountability, organization, teamwork, and other important life skills by practicing them all year long. College Algebra 1 credit Grade 12 This course covers algebra content and skills to prepare students for Pre-Calculus in college. Topics include various functions, designed to help those who have had two years of algebra strengthen their understanding and skill. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this course (TI-83 or 84).

MATH DEPARTMENT Pre-Calculus 12 (CP) 1 credit Grade 12 This course covers advanced topics needed for Calculus in college. Students expand on material learned in Algebra II. Topics include: linear functions, rational functions, conic sections, logarithms, polynomials, advanced trigonometry, sequences and series, and probability. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this course (TI-83 or 84). Note: This course is no longer offered as a DE credit. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Statistics AP (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grades 11-12 This AP course is very similar to a college introductory course in statistics. Students learn all topics needed for the AP test: data analysis, producing data, probability, and inference testing. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this course (TI-83 or 84). Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Calculus AP (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 12 This is a college-level calculus course that will prepare students for the AP Exam for college credit. Topics include: limits, differentiation, integration, functions, and analytical geometry. The graphing calculator is a requirement in this course (TI-83 or 84). Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Pre-Calculus in the junior year.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Physical Education 6 Grade 6 A required one-semester course that encourages fitness and development of the body, psychomotor skills, and sports skills. Students also gain an understanding of sport, exercise, health, and safety. The course also focuses on developing positive social and emotional behavior while competing within the class. Physical Education 7 and 8 (CP) Grades 7-8 This optional course continues the foundations and skills established in Physical Education 6, further encouraging fitness and development of the body, psychomotor skills, and sports skills. Students deepen their understanding of sport, exercise, health, and safety. The course also focuses on developing positive social and emotional behavior while competing within the class. Physical Education (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-10 A required one-semester activity course which introduces students to basic fitness and aerobic activity; includes team and individual sports. Wellness (CP) 1 credit Grade 9 This required one-semester ninth grade course is designed to give students a better understanding of modern health. Areas of content include emotional wellness, nutrition, physical fitness, sexuality, general safety, first aid, and disease control. More importantly, this course challenges students to apply their learned knowledge. Decision-making models are presented so that each student has the opportunity to learn how to make good, thoughtful decisions about their health. Strength and Conditioning (CP) 1/2 credit Physical Education for Athletes This course is designed to maintain or raise the level of basic strength and conditioning for athletes at Chattanooga Christian School. In order to perform at an elite level, athletes need to train on a regular basis to maintain fitness necessary to reach their full potential.

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Life Science 6 (CP) Grade 6 Sixth grade science is designed to give students a general understanding of the concepts of life science. Students investigate the structure, function, and processes of living things as well as the similarities and differences in living organisms. Students are introduced to the human body systems and strategies for maintaining human health. Students learn to conduct scientific investigations, develop critical thinking skills, and use basic scientific tools. Life Science 6 Honors (Hon) Grade 6 The advanced course in 6th grade prepares students for future advanced science courses by going deeper and providing more rigorous work. Topics covered include a more complex understanding of change, cycles, patterns, and relationships in the living world. Students build on basic principles related to these concepts by exploring the classification of organisms and the dynamic relationships among organisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. The study of human body includes biochemistry, cell structure, tissues, bones, human metabolism, a review of the systems, human genetics, and human reproduction. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Earth Science 7 (CP) Grade 7 Students are introduced to the processes of geological change. They explore the mechanisms of plate tectonics, mountain-building, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Students also study rock formations (igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic) and fossils. Earth Science 7 Honors (Hon) Grade 7 This course provides more rigorous work and prepares students for future advanced work in science courses. Topics covered include rocks and minerals, earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changing surface, atmosphere and weather, oceans, natural resources, and space. Students perform and respond in writing to labs and do internet-based searches and reports. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Physical Science 8 (CP) Grade 8 The 8th grade science course is a hands-on, inquiry-based, physical science course. Topics covered include an introduction to matter, periodic table and chemical reactions, motion and forces, work and machines, and magnetism and electricity. Students perform and respond in writing to labs, do internet-based searches and reports, and do a couple of small projects during the year.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Physical Science 8 Honors (Hon) Grade 8 This class is designed to challenge students with an aptitude for both science and math and to prepare them for the next level of honors science courses. Introductory chemistry and physics are addressed from a hands-on perspective with an introduction to engineering principles and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Students need to be strong in math, organized, and prepared to work outside of the classroom since it is at a faster pace than regular physical science. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Biology I (CP) 1 credit Grade 9 Biology I is a general survey of introductory biology intended to give a broad view of as many topics as practical. The class time is divided between discussion of biological principles and hands-on, lab-related work. Students are exposed to the entire scope of biology today, including evolutionary concepts, presented for the sake of informed comparison. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to compare how a variety of organisms are designed to carry out the life processes by an intelligent, loving, and omnipotent Creator. Students are also encouraged to see our two-fold responsibility to creation, that of being proper stewards of the things entrusted to us by God, as well as learning to give glory to God through his creation. Biology I Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 9 This course is designed to cover a variety of life sciences while introducing freshmen to the advanced science track in the High School. Topics include measurement, scientific method, interactions among organisms, energy, cells, development of organisms, genetics, faith and science, diversity, and anatomy. Placement in this course is decided by the science committee. Emphasis is placed on presentation of experimental results and proper techniques for obtaining them. Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II-9 is recommended, but not required. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Physical Science (CP) 1 credit Grade 10 Physical Science is a course designed to introduce students to fundamental ideas associated with the process of science, basic physics concepts, and the integration of faith and science. Students learn how science fits into a reformed view of the study of the physical universe as well as what practices define scientific ways of thinking and experimenting. Students will then learn concepts related to Newtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laws of motion, gravity, waves and sound, and light and color. The course concludes with a unit designed to help students understand how to integrate faith and science. The goal is to equip students with the ability to discern how different worldviews affect the use and understanding of scientific theories and to help them evaluate their own ideas in light of a biblical perspective of reality. Physics I Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grade 10 In this course students work through the core concepts of physics, with a view toward preparation for Chemistry Honors DE and AP Physics. Topics include mechanics, energy, waves, thermodynamics, fluids, atomic, and subatomic physics. It is recommended, but not required, that students have completed Algebra II-9 before enrolling in this course. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. 34

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Chemistry (CP) 1 credit Grade 11 The Chemistry course is a college-prep level course. It deals with the composition, structure, and interactions of matter. Topics covered are the mathematics of chemistry, properties of matter, atomic structure, the Periodic Table, bonding, compounds, balancing equations/stoichiometry, and equilibrium. Students are required to perform and write up labs, and to keep a journal of assigned writings. Prerequisite: The student must have successfully completed Physical Science. Chemistry Honors DE (Hon) 1 credit Grade 11 The Chemistry Honors DE course is an honors level chemistry course. It deals with the composition, structure, and interactions of matter. Topics covered include measurement, classification schemes of matter, atomic structure, nuclear chemistry, electronic structure and periodicity, bonding/nomenclature of ionic and covalent compounds, molecular geometry, chemical equations, the mole concept, stoichiometry, intermolecular forces in solids and liquids, the gas laws, solutions, rates and equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, redox, and structure/nomenclature of saturated hydrocarbons. Students are required to perform laboratory experiments. This advanced course requires at least one hour (more in some cases) of study time outside of class for every hour spent in class. Prerequisites: 3.0 cumulative GPA. The student must have successfully completed Physics I Honors or be recommended by the science department. Physics AP (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grades 11-12 elective This course follows the AP Physics 1 (mechanics) course guidelines, and students take the AP Exam. The course builds upon concepts learned in Physics I Honors. Prerequisite: Physics I Honors or Chemistry Honors DE (with department approval). ELECTIVES Anatomy & Physiology (CP) 1 credit Grades 11-12 elective Human anatomy and physiology is a study of the structures and functions that allow for physical human life. Disease and disorder are covered, but the emphasis is on normal, healthy physical life. Levels of body organization and 11 different systems are studied. Each unit includes a discussion of how each system enhances our God-ordained relationships to Himself, others, and the rest of creation. The unit on human development is covered throughout the year following the main events on a weekly and monthly basis. Prerequisite: The student must have completed Chemistry or be enrolled in Chemistry Honors DE. Earth Science I and II (CP) 1/2 credit each Grades 11-12 elective Earth Science I includes an in-depth look at the formation of Earth (the geosphere), as well as mechanical, physical, and chemical properties that allow the Earth to function. Various theories concerning the origin of the universe and the planet Earth are discussed, as well as the formation of the Earth from a biblical perspective and the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role as a steward of creation.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Earth Science II further explores the geosphere and covers additional topics such as the atmosphere/meteorological events as well as a comprehensive overview of the Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s systems and their role in the Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homeostasis. These courses will include previous knowledge from Physical Science and Chemistry. Collaborative learning and hands-on instruction are key components. Prerequisite: Earth Science I. Environmental Science (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This one-semester course focuses on knowing our place in order to be better stewards of it. Its community engagement component regularly puts us outside, around town, and in the company of experts in the field. Specific science topics include: dendrology, water, food and farming, soil, and sustainability. In addition, the following cross curricular threads are woven: theology, current events, history, nature journals, and significant personal reflection. As an emphasis of class is to be engaged with creation, the class is designed with space to respond to seasonal or weather-related opportunities. Action projects are a key component to give students a chance to translate their learning into real-life work. Physical Science DE (Hon) 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective Advanced topics in physical science are discussed. These include subjects that are not covered in either the regular physical science sequence or the regular chemistry sequence. Possible topics include electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, the chemistry of carbon compounds, electrochemistry, and others. Several class demonstrations and laboratory experiments are performed. This course is a good fit for students who enjoyed Physical Science and/or Chemistry. It builds critical thinking and analysis skills that are essential to college coursework. Regular-track students who are thinking they might have an interest in further study in the sciences should take this course. This course is a good option for honors-track students who are interested in taking a laboratory-based science elective in their senior year. Students who are interested in pursuing a career in any science-related field (i.e., nursing, medicine, engineering, science education, etc.) should seriously consider taking this course. Prerequisites: 3.0 cumulative GPA. A year of physical science (or physics) and a semester of chemistry. Not open to freshmen or sophomores.

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TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT Computers 6 (CP) Grade 6 Introduces students to the skills required to be effective digital learners. Emphasis is on digital learning skills, digital citizenship, and keyboarding. Students learn the basic features of word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets. Students use digital tools to consume, create, contribute, and collaborate. Computers 7 (CP) Grade 7 This course builds on the digital citizenship foundation from 6th grade. Seventh graders practice keyboarding and a sample of basic computer programming skills. Students showcase and reflect on their work in a digital portfolio. Computer Coding Essentials (CP) Grade 8 elective Students explore and master the basic principles of computer coding using the Javascript programming language and EarSketch software. Best practices in code formatting and online coding challenges are included. Prerequisite: C or higher in Computers 7. Exploring Web Development (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 elective Students learn the fundamentals of web languages such as HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, and are introduced to Adobe Photoshop. Engineering Design Principles 1 (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 elective EDP1 immerses students in the physics and design principles of engineering emphasizing project-based learning. Study includes structural integrity, materials science, and elementary physics principles. Critical problem solving skills are cultivated through engineering design challenges to teach students to think outside of typical boundaries and come up with creative and effective solutions. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra I and high attention to detail. Introduction to Computer Science (AP Prerequisite) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 elective A foundation is laid to prepare students for the AP Computer Science Principles course. Students begin to learn to design and implement computer programs that solve problems relevant to todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s society, including art, media, and engineering. Students are introduced to Java programming. Computer Science Principles AP 1 credit Grades 10-12 elective This course introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, inviting students to develop the computational thinking vital for success across multiple disciplines, fostering creativity and applying creative processes when developing computational artifacts. Students design and implement innovative solutions using an iterative process as do artists, writers, computer scientists, and engineers. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Science.

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WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT Introduction to World Languages Grade 6 (one-year course) 6th grade Introduction to World Languages/IA offers students an opportunity to complete the first level of French or Spanish over two years. During the fall semester, 6th graders have the opportunity to experience one quarter each of French and Spanish. Students are exposed to different cultures and learn some basic communication skills in each language. The goal is to help students make an informed decision in choosing their language of study. At the end of the first semester, students choose between French and Spanish to continue studying in the second semester. Through storytelling, reading, and conversation, students begin to assimilate the language in a natural way. The fundamentals of first-year Spanish grammar, cultural insights, and verbalizing without fear are emphasized. This course emphasizes reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Spanish IB Grade 7 Spanish IB is the continuation of the Spanish IA class for those who began in sixth grade. Students are challenged as they study the language and culture of Spanish-speaking countries and finish the class prepared to enter a high school level Spanish II class in the eighth grade. Students practice reading, writing, speaking, and understanding spoken Spanish and gain a solid foundation for their study of language. This is a class in which homework is minimal. Students must show proficiency in order to move on to level II. Spanish I (CP) 1 credit Grades 8-12 (included on HS transcript for grade 8 but does not affect HS GPA for 8th graders) This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Through physical action, commands, and storytelling, students begin to assimilate the language in a natural way. The fundamentals of first year Spanish grammar, cultural insights, and verbalizing without fear are emphasized. This course emphasizes reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Spanish II (CP) 1 credit Grades 8-12 (included on HS transcript for grade 8 but does not affect HS GPA for 8th graders) This course continues building on the foundation begun in Spanish I or IA and IB. It provides a more in-depth study of grammar, a study of verb tenses, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions that are used in conversations. The course also includes a study of Spanish-speaking culture. Spanish III Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grades 10-12 This course is for advanced language students and continues to build on the knowledge learned in Spanish I and II. Students become more skilled and comfortable at expressing themselves in Spanish. This course focuses on building grammar knowledge through reading and listening. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT Spanish IV Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grades 11-12 Available to the advanced Spanish student, this class uses the knowledge base from the first three years of input and begins to focus on student output. Students gain confidence by not only understanding written and spoken Spanish, but by producing an understandable message; class is conducted almost exclusively in Spanish. Students continue to develop their language skills through conversation, reading, and discussion of authentic documents and readings on the history of Hispanic countries. Emphasis is on conversation, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. Spanish AP ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 12 This course is taught completely in Spanish and all coursework, without exception, is to be done in Spanish. Spanish AP provides students who have satisfactorily completed Spanish III and IV Honors with a learning experience equivalent to that of a third-year college conversation and grammar course. In addition to a rigorous, holistic review of tenses and vocabulary, the course is an intensive study of expression in Spanish, including idioms, registers of formality, and differences of denotation and connotation. Consistent with the standards established by the College Board, this course focuses on near-native mastery and refinement of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. In addition, upon completion of this course, students should demonstrate a high level of cultural literacy. Students are exposed to the world of literature and current events in Spanish-speaking countries through authentic materials. All students in the AP class participate in the College Board Spanish Language Advanced Placement Test. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. French I (CP) 1 credit Grades 8-12 (included on HS transcript for grade 8 but does not affect HS GPA for 8th graders) A basic introduction to French: spoken, written, and heard. Beginning conversation includes vocabulary related to dayto-day activities and fundamental grammar. Culture and geography of French-speaking countries are also introduced. French II (CP) 1 credit Grades 9-12 A continuation of French I, with increased emphasis on conversation. Grammar includes the past tense, imperfect tense, irregular adjectives, and futur proche. Language skills are improved through conversations and journal writing. French III Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grades 10-12 In this course, students read authentic documents (including short fiction) and listen and respond to authentic dialogues. They develop their writing and speaking skills. Students practice the material that they learned in their first two years of language study and develop a greater mastery of French vocabulary and grammar. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT French IV Honors (Hon) 1 credit Grades 11-12 This advanced French course is designed for the serious student of French, ready to spend the class period with little or no English and to delve more deeply into French culture, literature, and language. Fluency is enhanced through projects, memorization of scripture and poetry, and discussion. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. French AP ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grade 12 This course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. This advanced French course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in French. Students engage in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

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ARTS DEPARTMENT 6th Grade Arts Orientation Grade 6 (one-semester course) 6th grade arts orientation offers each incoming 6th grader a breadth of arts experience. Over the course of one semester each student rotates through our arts elective disciplines: introductory choir, band, theatre, and visual art. The arts orientation offers both current and incoming students the opportunity to discover where their arts emphasis will be for their 7th grade year. Each rotation culminates in a final presentation of essential understandings gleaned from the previous 4 1/2 weeks of instruction. MS Studio Art I (CP) Grades 7/8 (one-semester course) Students engage with 2D and 3D design problems dealing with foundational studies of the elements of art and principles of design. While this course is open to students in 7th and 8th grade, there is also some thematic overlap with 7th grade Western Civilization as students engage artworks ranging from ancient Greece to the European Renaissance. MS Studio Art II (CP) Grades 7/8 (one-semester course) Students produce a variety of artworks from ink drawings and relief prints, to landscape paintings inspired by 19th century American artists. A range of materials are used to make art using nature and animals as subject matter. While this course is open to students in 7th and 8th grade, there is also some thematic integration with 8th grade US History and the American frontier and production of art that connects with the American West from 1800 to 1900. Foundations of Studio Art (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 elective (prerequisite to all other art courses) Basics of design and composition are investigated and applied as students develop their skills in employment of the basic language of art and composition in a range of historic â&#x20AC;&#x153;hands-onâ&#x20AC;? media. Students work with composition and design skill development while learning basic darkroom photography; first steps of pottery on the wheel; basic drawing, painting, and printmaking; etc. The course involves students in communicating ideas while they explore a range of studio arts media and techniques. This course is required for all other studio art courses. Weekly homework is required. This is an academic credit course. Drawing I (CP) 1/2 Credit Grades 9-12 elective This semester class offers an introductory course in drawing and painting. Students learn the fundamentals of drawing from life through an investigation of the elements of art. Students engage in portrait studies, observational drawing, and studies in perspective and spatial concepts as well as rendering textures and values through a variety of media and mark-making. This class also explores the use of wet-media and color theory. Students are given a personal sketchbook for homework assignments throughout the semester. Prerequisite: Foundations of Studio Art.

ARTS DEPARTMENT Drawing II (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 This semester class offers students an array of design challenges in 2D media, specifically drawing and painting. Students learn classical approaches to life drawing, anatomy, portraiture, and figurative studies. Students explore an array of personal and cultural ideas through their work and the use of imaginative manipulation of materials and mark-making. Students are given a personal sketchbook for homework assignments throughout the semester. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art and Drawing I. Photography I (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 Photography with 120mm and 35mm film introduces students to camera operation, film processing, and making quality black and white photograph prints in the darkroom. Film cameras are CCS property and are checked out to students for the semester. Digital photography is employed for composition, photojournalism, communication of concept, and story. Phones or iPads or digital cameras need to be provided by student. Homework required. Open Studio provided for additional studio time outside of class. Prerequisite: Foundations of Studio Art. Photography II (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 Continued work with film camera, film, and darkroom processes and printing of “perfect prints” in black and white. More in-depth work with digital camera in manual mode to use an “artist’s eye” to get strong compositions and images. Course includes risk-taking experimentation with cameras, film, editing, printing, etc. in order to further develop skills and to allow for the the photographer’s “personal voice” to become evident. Students take photography field trips to “capture light” in a variety of locations. Homework includes personal photoshoots for a body of images to manipulate, readings, and written responses to photography issues, careers, and concepts. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art and Photography I. Pottery I (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 Pottery is physical problem solving thinking through cause and effect to construct basic forms with clay. Skills on the potter’s wheel are developed by students who can then produce personally designed complex forms by the end of the semester. Designing forms, consideration of surface, and glazing all contribute to intended purpose of pottery pieces. Studio stewardship is required to care for the maintenance and cleaning of the Pottery Studio. Open Studio provided for additional studio time outside of class. Prerequisite: Foundations of Studio Art. Pottery II (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 This course is for students who want to continue working in pottery. Assignments emphasize production arts and technical skill refinement. Students begin to work more with their own ideas while developing good craftsmanship in making consumer/audience-appealing work. The entrepreneurial goal of the course is to have a sale of student work as a fundraiser. The students develop the plan for show/sale venue and theme as well as recipient of donated profits. Homework required. Open Studio provided for additional studio time outside of class. Student assistant is selected to be Studio Manager and Show/Sale Coordinator. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art and Pottery I. 46

ARTS DEPARTMENT Pottery III (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 This course is for students who have already completed Pottery I and II and are interested in further exploring the medium of clay and developing their body of work. The class heavily emphasizes experimentation in process and technique as a means to develop the student’s understanding of the material. The assignments necessitate thoughtful consideration of form and surface. Homework assignments require students to engage the broader ceramics community by following artists on Instagram and reading articles in Ceramics Monthly. The students are required to complete jobs in the studio such as glaze mixing and kiln loading. They serve as leaders in studio maintenance. Open Studio provided for additional studio time outside of class. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art, Pottery I, and Pottery II. Honors Studio Art (Hon) 1 credit Grades 11-12 This course is for highly motivated students to develop a portfolio of quality original artworks. These students are expected to work independently in the studio, investigating concepts, media, and original approaches to their personal artworks. A range of artworks are required in any combination of the following: design, photography, pottery, printmaking, drawing, collage, painting, etc. Homework and summer assignments required. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art and level I and II of other upper level art course. AP Studio Art Portfolio (AP) ($95-$100 AP Exam fee required) 1 credit Grades 11-12 Highly motivated students with advanced art skills and strong personal voice are invited to take this college-level course taught by a College Board certified art teacher. Students may produce either the 2D design or drawing portfolio. The required 24 original artworks include 12 themed “concentration” pieces and 12 “breadth” artworks. Homework and summer assignments required. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art, level I and level II upper level art course, Honors Studio Art, and teacher approval. Concert Choir (CP) Grades 6-8 (one-semester or full-year option) Students in Concert Choir learn to read and understand music as well as develop a higher level of choral musicianship in various styles and languages. The course prepares singers for more advanced levels of choral singing, advances their vocal range and production, and equips them to sing choral music in unison in two-, three-, and four-part harmonies. Choral repertoire includes sacred, popular, gospel, spirituals, and classical styles. Students use their talents to serve the Lord in concert, festival, ministry, and performance opportunities. The course is designed to help students grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ through the study of His creation of music and memorize significant portions of his Word through the means of sacred music.

ARTS DEPARTMENT Chamber Singers (CP) 1/2 or 1 credit Grades 9-12 This High School mixed choir is a performance-based class for students with an interest in singing developing their abilities. This course functions as preparation for Choral Ensemble or as a rich choral opportunity for students who are beginning their study of the choral arts. Students discuss and listen to singers/choirs of jazz, gospel, and classical musical idioms. Performance events include the winter and spring concerts, school assemblies, competition performances at a regional amusement park, area schools, and nursing homes. Singers also receive instruction in ear training, music fundamentals, sight reading skills, and vocal production. Choral Ensemble (CP) 1 credit Grades 10-12 elective Admittance to Choral Ensemble is by audition only and exists to provide our advanced singers an opportunity to sing a wide variety of choral literature in four-part or more harmony, with and without accompaniment. The course provides the opportunity to sing expressively from memory and perform authentically in different languages. The students develop skills in choral blend and balance, basic music theory, and sight reading. The ensemble has opportunities to represent the school and our Lord through public performance in chapel services, regional and state choral festivals, winter and spring concerts, an eight-day concert tour, community civic events, TV appearances, area churches, schools, and nursing homes. The class also helps prepare students to enjoy singing in college, church, community choirs, and throughout life. (Additional fees: Interim trip $750; tuxedo/formal dress required.) Prerequisite: Audition; participation in Concert Choir recommended. Blue Band (CP) Grades 6-8 The CCS Blue Band develops beginning and intermediate skills of instrument study. Students are required to own or rent instruments of their own. Beginning students choose from flute, clarinet, trumpet, or trombone, with their choices expanding after the completion of their first semester. The CCS Blue Band performs concerts of diverse musical selections at least once a semester. Gold Band (CP) 1 credit Grades 8-12 elective The CCS Gold Band is an audition group made up of instrumental players who show proficiency in intermediate to advanced skills. The group focuses on skills usually associated with students who are in their third year of instruction or beyond. They perform concerts of diverse musical selections at semester concerts as well as at community and school events. Guitar I (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 Guitar I prepares students for individual and ensemble guitar performance through reading music notation and chord accompaniment. Students are provided with a guitar in class, and owning a guitar at home is required. Students are challenged to perform a variety of styles including blues, rock, folk, and classical.

ARTS DEPARTMENT Guitar II (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 Guitar II is an audition group made up of students who have completed Guitar I or can demonstrate equivalent proficiency. Students expand their skills and their understanding of the guitar to an intermediate level through study of keys, scales, positions, improvisation, and composition. There is at least one public performance per semester for Guitar II students. Advanced Ensemble (CP) 1 credit Grades 10-12 Admittance to Advanced Ensemble is by audition only and exists to provide our advanced musicians an opportunity to perform a wide variety of more advanced and improvisational music, including classical, jazz, and other modern forms. The students develop skills in improvisation, basic music theory, and sight reading. Advanced Ensemble is the highest instrumental performance level at CCS. Ballroom Dancing I (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 elective (may only count as .5 credit of the fine arts graduation requirement) Blending instruction with research, the student learns a range of steps in at least 5 different ballroom dances. From this instruction, the student performs (or direct the performance) of an orchestrated dance in a May performance. In other words, this is largely a performance level course. There is a minimum of 5 couples for the class to meet. MS Theatre Grades 7-8 (one semester course) Students in MS Theatre explore basic acting and technical skills. This semester course prepares young actors for participation in theatrical production and improvisation and equips them to develop imagination, movement, vocal skills, concentration, and focus. This course sets a foundation of exploration and delight for students interested in the performing arts. Foundations of Theatre (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 9-12 elective This course serves as an introduction to the dramatic arts, with basic acting and technical skills as the focus. In order to understand theatre as a whole, students participate in the many parts of theatrical production, as actors, directors, writers, and audience members. This is accomplished through a series of class performances and out-of-class involvement in other theatrical opportunities. The primary focus is to approach acting from various angles in order to develop not only concentration and focus, but also imagination, movement, and vocal skills. This class enables students to express themselves on stage in a believable and truthful way and grow to be well-rounded theatre students.

ARTS DEPARTMENT Advanced Theatre (CP) 1/2 or 1 credit Grades 10-12 The purpose of this course is to utilize the theatrical skills learned in Foundations of Theatre to produce a higher level of professionalism as actor, director, writer, and audience member. These students put on the High School spring play, advanced improvisation performances, and other scene work. Students may take this course repeatedly because it changes emphasis each semester; not only are the productions different each semester, but the focus on material changes as well. Individual semesters may emphasize accents, stage combat, stage makeup, directing, script-writing, scenic design, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theatre, and radio plays. Future concentrations depend upon student interest and talents. Prerequisite: Foundations of Theatre (Theatre I).

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ELECTIVES MS Industrial Arts I (CP) Grades 7-8 This course is an introductory course designed to bring students into a shop environment at an age-appropriate level. Units that are covered are designed to be hands-on, activity-oriented exercises which build studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; skill, knowledge, and understanding in the use of tools and building. General areas covered are drafting, woodworking, wood carving, and other craft areas. MS Industrial Arts II (CP) Grade 8 This course is a continuation of Industrial Arts I at an intermediate level. Students use more advanced tools and build more in-depth projects according to skill level. The focus of this class is to design (based upon a given number of options), build, and finish a functional piece of furniture. Students learn how to design and build a cutting board. Students are also introduced to CAD. Prerequisite: Industrial Arts I. HS Industrial Arts (CP) Grades 9-12 elective 1/2 or 1 credit This course offers instruction in the fundamentals of industrial arts with a focus on woodworking at a high school level. Students learn shop safety, use of tools, and the finishing process. The focus of this class will be to design, build, and finish a functional piece of furniture. The student and the instructor jointly choose a project based upon the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience, interest, and the number of semesters he or she is in woodworking that year. This is the first class where hardwoods are introduced. This does not satisfy the graduation requirements for fine arts. Advanced Woodworking 1/2 credit Grades 10-12 elective (fine arts credit) This course offers students an advanced experience in woodworking. The focus of this class is to intentionally create pieces of marketable art. Students individually design, create, and market their craft. Students integrate materials such as wood, metal, leather, pottery, and stone. Prerequisite: Two semesters of industrial arts. MS Industrial Arts II can fulfill one of those requirements. Personal Finance (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This course introduces students to money-management related topics presented from a Christian perspective, for the purpose of better equipping students as they move out on their own and transition into college and adulthood. Sadly, Tennessee has led the USA in most bankruptcies (about 1 in 53 families) in 2006 and 2007. Money (or the mismanagement thereof) is a leading cause of marital stress and hardship. Topics include budgeting, investment, planning for retirement, resume writing, and job interviewing. Equipped with good money management principles, the goal is that students will make wise, biblically-based financial decisions. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for math.

ELECTIVES Economics II (CP) 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This one-semester course is a study of the principles of economics, especially the laws of supply and demand, and how these principles are either followed or ignored in various economic systems throughout the world. The intervention of the government into the economy throughout US history is examined and critiqued. The role of economics in carrying out the cultural mandate to the glory of God is emphasized. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for history. Entrepreneurship 1/2 credit Grades 11-12 elective This one-semester course is a hands-on investigation of what it takes to start and operate a business. A study of entrepreneurs past and present provides inspiration as students develop their own business plans. Investment principles are also learned as we compete with other schools in the Stock Market Game. This course explores how business can glorify God and how entrepreneurship is being used today in the mission field. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for history. CCS Aide (CP) 1/4 credit Grades 9-12 elective A one-semester or full-year elective credit allowing High School students to serve in a CCS classroom, office, or library. Students may assist with copying, grading, filing, computer data entry, bulletin boards, shelving books, preparing labs or other classroom activities, or tutoring. Students have a choice regarding the school or office in which to work. Yearbook (CP) 1 credit Grades 9-12 elective An elective course for all grade levels. Yearbook teaches the basics of book production and publishing, including professionalism, marketing and billing, taking photographs, designing pages, using graphics, interviewing, writing copy, editing, and discovering how books are assembled. Students learn responsible journalism as they develop concepts graphically and verbally. Students wishing to be on the yearbook staff must submit an application to the instructor. Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature of approval is required. This course does not satisfy the graduation requirements for fine arts.

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