St. George's Academic Program 2024-25

Academic Program 2024-25

PLANNING A COURSE OF STUDY Students should create a balanced course of study that is appropriately rigorous; reflects their passions, gifts and challenges; takes full advantage of the array of distinctive programs at St. George’s from Geronimo to internships and study abroad; and maximizes achievement and success. At the same time, attention needs to be given to Diploma Requirements.

New Students: If you would like help completing the Course Planning Worksheet, please call the Academic Office at (401) 842-6653 to set up a telephone appointment with the Academic Registrar.

A TYPICAL SCHEDULE FOR NEW THIRD-FORMERS 1.

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HUM100 - HUMANITIES 100 - required of all third formers - a course that will offer English, history and religion credit.

MTH110 - ALGEBRA I, OR MTH210 GEOMETRY, OR MTH310 ALGEBRA II OR a higher level of mathematics. (See course descriptions.)

BIO210 BIOLOGY or CHM310 CHEMISTRY (which must be taken alongside or after ALGEBRA II).

A language class in either Chinese, French, Spanish, or Latin.

(Online placement exams need to be taken by ALL new students.)

ART100 ARTS FOUNDATION - required of all third-formers. A year-long introductory course, with in-depth units of study in visual arts, music and theater.

By choosing from the above list, all third formers will have a schedule of five classes for each semester. Please note that some of the above classes are offered at the Advanced or Honors level. (See course descriptions.) Placement in an Advanced or Honors level course will be made by the respective Department Chairs, who will consider students’ previous course work and achievement.

A TYPICAL SCHEDULE FOR NEW FOURTH-FORMERS There will be some variation in fourth formers’ schedules, depending on whether or not they are repeating the year. Students who are new to fourth form will take: 1. HUM220 - English 2. HUM230 - History There will be various choices for the following classes: 3. Math – the next level course that follows in our sequence (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus, Calculus, Quantitative Reasoning or Statistics) 4. Science – the next course in our sequence (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or an advanced class) 5. Language – the next level following their course from last year. If new, students are required to take our language placement exam.

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PLACEMENT IN HONORS OR ADVANCED COURSES Courses designated Honors demand an increased commitment of time and effort from students of approximately 20 to 25 percent above and beyond the already rigorous expectations of any course at St. George’s. Courses designated Advanced demand a commitment of approximately 25 to 40 percent above regular expectations. Students interested in pursuing Honors or Advanced work should indicate that preference on the course request sheet. Placement in these courses is determined by department faculty and the Academic Office on the basis of all four of the following factors: 1. Student interest and commitment, as expressed in the course planning worksheet, acknowledging the additional time and effort required; 2. Demonstrated achievement in related courses already completed; 3. Potential for success, given other requirements and demands of the student’s program (it is unusual, for example, for students to be enrolled in four or five honors-level or advanced classes at once); and 4. Available seats in the Honors or Advanced section requested.

Students who successfully enroll in Honors or Advanced courses are expected to honor the commitment that their teachers have made to them by maintaining and completing the course; low grades or insufficient effort are not grounds for dropping any course at St. George’s School. Schedule changes involving moving out of an honors or advanced course must happen within the first three weeks of the year (or semester for semester-long courses).

ACADEMIC CREDIT FROM OUTSIDE PROGRAMS While encouraging learning for enrichment over the summer, St. George’s does not award academic credit or advanced placement for external summer work done in a school, online, or in tutorials except with the prior approval of the dean of teaching and learning.

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS The requirements for a St. George’s diploma ensure broad exposure for students across the curriculum and, at the same time, enable students to pursue depth in particular areas of interest and academic passion. While these represent a minimum, entrance requirements for certain colleges and universities may exceed this minimum in certain disciplines. Students may receive credit toward the St. George’s diploma for courses taken previously at the high school level when it is clear that they meet the equivalent of our own curricular requirements. Students must complete their sixth-form year at St. George’s and pass all courses during their senior year regardless of the total credits accumulated prior to the senior year. Please see The Shield for additional information about non-academic graduation requirements.

CREATIVE & PERFORMING ARTS Students are required to successfully complete one year or two semesters of visual art, music or theater, for academic credit, in any combination, during the high school years. New fifth-formers must complete one semester of visual art, music, or theater for academic credit. Successful completion of a one-year performing ensemble or private instrumental or vocal instruction taken for credit satisfies one semester of this requirement. Enrollment in ensembles constitutes a sixth course.

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HUMANITIES The Humanities Department at St. George’s encompasses the academic disciplines of history, religious studies and English to explore in different ways what it means to be human: the stories we tell (literature), what we believe (religious studies,) and what we remember (history). Over four years of study at St. George’s students will explore the “Here” (Humanities 1, American History and Literature, Electives) and the “There” (Humanities 2, Electives) with the ultimate goal of students’ gaining an understanding and appreciation of the “Everywhere” (the immense diversity of cultures, traditions and experiences throughout the world, the roots of conflict and injustice, and common universal themes of humanity, all as explored through a range of electives).

ENGLISH - FOUR FULL YEARS Third Form Year- Humanities I (counts as history, too) Fourth Form Year- Humanities II: English Fifth Form Year- American Studies: English Sixth Form Year- English Electives (one year-long course or two successive semester-long courses)

HISTORY - THREE FULL YEARS Third Form Year- Humanities I (counts as English, too) Fourth Form Year- Humanities II: History Fifth Form Year- American Studies: History

THEOLOGY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES Students fulfill the theology & religion requirement at St. George’s by completing the interdisciplinary courses HUM 100, HUM 220 and HUM 230, and by attending weekly chapel and community events.

LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDIES Successful completion of at least through level three of one language: Chinese, French, Latin, or Spanish.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS (STEM) SCIENCE Students are required to successfully complete two years of year-long laboratory science. The majority of St. George’s students graduate with at least three years of high school science. The Science Department also recommends that seniors enroll in science electives only to complement a program that includes biology, chemistry, and physics.

MATH Math through successful completion of any level of Pre-Calculus.

ARTS Completion of a full-year art course or two semester-long art courses.

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Courses by Department 2024-2025 Red = Fall Semester Courses; Green = Spring Semester Courses; Black = Yearlong Courses; A (advanced) & H (honors) courses require department permission to enroll.

Course ID Title Open to Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite/Dual Credit/Notes

CONNECTED LEARNING ART 301

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING

all forms

Visual Foundation or Arts Foundation, & pre/coreq Chemistry.

Dual credit Art/Science.

ART 432

DESIGN SCIENCE

all forms

Visual Foundation or Arts Foundation, & 1 semester Geometry. Dual credit Art/Science.

HUM 520/A

GLOBAL STUDIES (A)

V, VI

Dual credit English/History.

SCI 331, 332

MARINE SCIENCE

IV, V & VI

Geronimo crew members.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS ART 151, 152

VISUAL ARTS FOUNDATION

all forms

Required for all other visual arts courses

ART 161, 162

PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION

all forms

Required for all other performing arts courses

ART 211, 212

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 301

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & pre/coreq Chemistry

ART 331, 332

3D DESIGN

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 352

2D DRAWING

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 361, 362

2D PAINTING AND PRINTMAKING

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 382

VIDEO ART

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 410/A

DRAWING & 2D DESIGN (A)

IV, V & VI

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 430/A

3D DESIGN (A)

IV, V & VI

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152

ART 432

DESIGN SCIENCE

all forms

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & 1 semester Geometry

ART 452/H

3D/WELDING (H)

IV, V, VI

Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

Limited space. Approval required.

MUS 221

INTRO. TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

all forms

Recommended: Music Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or performance experience.

MUS 222

AUDIO ENGINEERING

all forms

None. Music Foundation (pre-2024), Art 161 or 162, or performance experience recommended.

MUS 232

STUDIES IN CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

all forms

MUS 201(pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or instructor permission.

MUS 250

VOCAL ENSEMBLE

all forms

Special note: full year = 0.5 credits

MUS 260

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

all forms

Special note: full year = 0.5 credits

MUS 410/A

MUSIC THEORY (A)

all forms

Department permission

THE 212

THEATER II

all forms

THE 212 (pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or instructor permission

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Red = Fall Semester Courses; Green = Spring Semester Courses; Black = Yearlong Courses; A (advanced) & H (honors) courses require department permission to enroll.

Course ID Title Open to Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite/Dual Credit/Notes

HUMANITIES HUM 100

HUMANITIES I

III

English, History credit

HUM 220

HUMANITIES II: ENGLISH

IV

English credit

HUM 230

HUMANITIES II: HISTORY

IV

History credit

HUM 450

AMERICAN STUDIES: ENGLISH

V

English credit

HUM 460/A

AMERICAN STUDIES: ENGLISH (A)

V

English credit, Requires department approval

HUM 470

AMERICAN STUDIES: HISTORY

V

US History credit

HUM 480/A

AMERICAN STUDIES: HISTORY (A)

V

US History credit, Requires department approval

HUM 501, 502

SPORTS JOURNALISM

VI

English credit

HUM 511

DETECTIVE FICTION

VI

English credit

HUM 512

BOARDING SCHOOL LITERATURE

VI

English credit

HUM 520/A

GLOBAL STUDIES (A)

VI

English, History credit

HUM 521

CLIMATE FICTION

VI

English credit

HUM 522

MARITIME LITERATURE

VI

English credit

HUM 532

CRIMINAL LAW AND LITERATURE

VI

English, History credit

HUM 541/A

PRIZE-WINNING LITERATURE (A)

VI

English credit

HUM 542/A

READING AND WRITING POETRY (A)

VI

English credit

HUM 552/A

VISIONS AND REVISIONS (A)

VI

English credit

HUM 561/A

FREEDOM, DECISIONS, & ETHICS (A)

V, VI

English credit

HUM 572/A

NARRATIVES OF INCARCERATION & REDEMPTION (A) V, VI

English credit

HUM 581/A, 582/A

EVIL AND JUSTICE (A)

VI

English, History credit

HUM 591, 592

CREATIVE WRITING

VI

English credit

HUM 600/A

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT (A)

VI

History credit

HUM 611/A

RENAISSANCE STUDIES (A)

VI

History credit, English credit

HUM 612/A

20TH CENTURY EUROPE (A)

VI

History credit, English credit

HUM 621

RACE RELATIONS IN THE US

V, VI

History credit. Pre-/Co-requisite US History.

HUM 632

CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENTS IN THE US V, VI

History credit

HUM 641/A

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP (A)

VI

History credit

HUM 642

MEDICINE AND HUMANITIES

V, VI

History credit

HUM 660/A

ECONOMICS (A)

V, VI

History credit

HUM 661

ECONOMICS

V, VI

History credit

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Red = Fall Semester Courses; Green = Spring Semester Courses; Black = Yearlong Courses; A (advanced) & H (honors) courses require department permission to enroll.

Course ID Title Open to Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite/Dual Credit/Notes

LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDIES CHI 100

CHINESE I

all forms

CHI 200

CHINESE II

all forms

Chinese I

CHI 220/H

CHINESE II (H)

all forms

Chinese I, Requires department approval

CHI 300

CHINESE III

all forms

Chinese II

CHI 320/H

CHINESE III (H)

all forms

Chinese II or II (H), Requires department approval

CHI 400

CHINESE IV

all forms

Chinese III or III (H)

CHI 401

CHINESE IV-1

all forms

Chinese III or III (H)

CHI 420/H

CHINESE IV (H)

all forms

Chinese III or III (H), Requires department approval

CHI 421/H

CHINESE IV-1 (H)

all forms

Chinese III or III (H), Requires department approval

CHI 500

CHINESE V

all forms

Chinese IV or IV (H), Requires department approval

CHI 510/A

CHINESE V (A)

all forms

Chinese IV or IV (H), Requires department approval

FRE 100

FRENCH I

all forms

FRE 200

FRENCH II

all forms

French I

FRE220/H

FRENCH II (H)

all forms

French I, Requires department approval

FRE 300

FRENCH III

all forms

French II or II (H)

FRE 320/H

FRENCH III (H)

all forms

French II or II (H), Requires department approval

FRE 400

FRENCH IV

all forms

French III or III (H)

FRE 401

FRENCH IV-1

all forms

French III or III (H)

FRE 420/H

FRENCH IV (H)

all forms

French III or III (H), Requires department approval

FRE 421/H

FRENCH IV-1 (H)

all forms

French III or III (H), Requires department approval

FRE 510/A

FRENCH V (A)

all forms

French IV or IV (H), Requires department approval

FRE 610/A

FRENCH VI (A)

all forms

French V (A), Requires department approval

FRE 611/A, 612/A

FRENCH VI (A)-1,2

all forms

French V (A), Requires department approval

LAT 100

LATIN I

all forms

LAT 200

LATIN II

all forms

Latin I

LAT 220/H

LATIN II (H)

all forms

Latin I, Requires department approval

LAT 300

LATIN III

all forms

Latin II or II (H)

LAT 320/H

LATIN III (H)

all forms

Latin II or II (H), Requires department approval

LAT 400

LATIN IV

all forms

Latin III or III (H)

LAT 410/A

LATIN IV (A)

all forms

Latin III or III (H), Requires department approval

LAT 510/A

LATIN V (A)

all forms

Latin IV or IV (H), Requires department approval

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Red = Fall Semester Courses; Green = Spring Semester Courses; Black = Yearlong Courses; A (advanced) & H (honors) courses require department permission to enroll.

Course ID Title Open to Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite/Dual Credit/Notes SPA 100

SPANISH I

all forms

SPA 200

SPANISH II

all forms

Spanish I

SPA 220/H

SPANISH II (H)

all forms

Spanish I, Requires department approval

SPA 300

SPANISH III

all forms

Spanish II or II (H)

SPA 300/C

SPANISH CONVERSATION

all forms

Spanish II or II (H), Requires department approval

SPA 320/H

SPANISH III (H)

all forms

Spanish II or II (H), Requires department approval

SPA 400

SPANISH IV

all forms

Spanish III or III (H)

SPA 420/H

SPANISH IV (H)

all forms

Spanish III or III (H), Requires department approval

SPA 500

SPANISH V

all forms

Spanish IV or IV (H)

SPA 501, 502

SPANISH V-1, 2

all forms

Spanish IV or IV (H)

SPA 510A

SPANISH V (A)

all forms

Spanish IV (H) or III (H), Requires department approval

SPA 610/H, 611/H, 612/H SPANISH VI (H) - 1, 2

all forms

Spanish V, or V(A), Requires department approval

SPA 620/A

all forms

Spanish V, V(A), or VI(H), Requires department approval

SPANISH VI (A)

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM) MTH 110

ALGEBRA I

MTH 210

GEOMETRY

Algebra I, can be taken as summer course with dept approval

MTH 220/H

GEOMETRY (H)

Algebra I, requires department approval

MTH 300

INTRO ALGEBRA II

Geometry

MTH 310

ALGEBRA II

Geometry (prerequisite), or as a corequisite with dept approval

MTH 320/H

ALGEBRA II (H)

Geometry, Requires department approval

MTH 400

INTRO PRECALCULUS

Intro Algebra II

MTH 410

PRECALCULUS

Algebra II or department approval

MTH 420/H

PRECALCULUS (H)

Algebra II (H), Requires department approval

MTH 500

STATISTICS

Any level of Precalculus

MTH 510/A

STATISTICS (A)

Precalculus, Requires department approval

MTH 520

QUANTITATIVE REASONING

Any level of Precalculus

MTH 600

CALCULUS

Precalculus in year immediately prior, Requires dept approval

MTH 610/A

AB CALCULUS (A)

Precalculus in year immediately prior, Requires dept approval

MTH 620/A

BC CALCULUS (A)

Precalculus (H) or AB Calculus (A) in year immediately prior, Requires dept approval

MTH 630/A

MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS (A)

AB or BC Calculus, Requires department approval

MTH 641/A

DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (A)

Requires department approval

MTH 642/A

LINEAR ALGEBRA (A)

Requires department approval

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Red = Fall Semester Courses; Green = Spring Semester Courses; Black = Yearlong Courses; A (advanced) & H (honors) courses require department permission to enroll.

Course ID Title Open to Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite/Dual Credit/Notes COM 400

PROGRAMMING FOR PROBLEM SOLVING all forms

No experience necessary

COM 500

FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE all forms

No experience necessary

COM 600/A

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING (A)

COM400 or COM500, Requires department approval

BIO 210

BIOLOGY

BIO 220/H

BIOLOGY (H)

Requires department approval

BIO 420/A

BIOLOGY (A)

Chemistry or Biology (H), Requires department approval

CHM 310

CHEMISTRY

IV & V

Algebra II (Pre/corequisite), can be taken as summer course with dept approval

CHM 320/H

CHEMISTRY (H)

IV & V

Algebra II (Pre/corequisite), Requires department approval

CHM 420/A

CHEMISTRY (A)

V & VI

Algebra II (Pre/corequisite) and 1 year of Chemistry, Requires department approval

PHY 410

PHYSICS

V & VI

Algebra II, Requires department approval

PHY 460/A

PHYSICS 1 (A)

V & VI

Algebra II (H) (Pre/corequisite), Requires department approval

PHY 480/A

PHYSICS C (A)

V & VI

Calculus, Requires department approval

SCI 331, 332

MARINE SCIENCE

IV, V, & VI

Geronimo Crew. Automatic enrollment. Counts as 6th course.

SCI 411, 412

MARINE BIOLOGY

SCI 420/A

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (A)

V & VI

Biology & either Chemistry or Physics, Requires dept approval

SCI 441

DNA SCIENCE

V & VI

Biology and Chemistry

SCI 442

BOTANY

V & VI

Biology, IV with department approval

Biology & Chemistry

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Course Descriptions by Department 2024-2025 Page 10 CONNECTED LEARNING: Interdisciplinary and experiential courses.

Page 12 VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS: Music, theater and visual arts *two semesters of arts in any subdiscipline, or one semester for entering fifth-formers.

Page 17 HUMANITIES: English, history and social science, theology and religious studies. *four years of English; two years of history, including one year of American history.

Page 25 LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDIES: Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish *completion through level three of one language.

Page 37 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS: *two years of year-long lab science; math through any level of precalculus.

* Graduation requirements

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CONNECTED LEARNING ART 301 PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING - fall semester course Prerequisite:Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & pre/coreq Chemistry. Dual credit Art/Science.

This semester course is a survey course of engineering. The course exposes students to some of the major concepts that they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study including materials, proposal writing, research and fabrication. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills and understanding of concepts through problem-based learning. Used in combination with a team approach, this course challenges students to continually hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities and problem solving skills by using engineering concepts. It also allows students to develop strategies to enable and direct their own learning, which is the ultimate goal of education. Students will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. Students will develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and faculty members.

ART 432 DESIGN SCIENCE - spring semester course Prerequisites: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & 1 semester Geometry. Dual credit Art/Math.

This semester course is intended to provide students with hands-on experience in designing, creating and analyzing two- and three-dimensional geometric structures, sculptures and models using a variety of media (including paper, wood, metal, ceramics, etc.). Students successfully completing this course would receive one semester credit in Arts and one trimester credit in Mathematics. Possible topics and projects include tessellations, polyhedra, Platonic solids, Archimedean solids and the mathematics and design of commercial packaging. Class periods for this course would include lecture/demonstration and hands-on labs. One or two field trips to local manufacturing facilities and art museums would be included. Each student will maintain a daily journal containing research assignments, design sketches, and potential ideas relating to class projects. The resources of the Arts Center, the Welding Lab, and the Fab Lab would be utilized for the hands-on part of this course.

HUM 520/A GLOBAL STUDIES (A) * Open to fifth- and sixth-form. Dual credit English/History.

What does it mean to live in a global community during a pandemic? How does the pandemic affect different groups of people within the same country, and how does the pandemic affect countries differently? What role does climate change play in the effects of the pandemic? What are the top ten questions facing today’s leaders? Who is the current global power? Where does tomorrow’s power come from?

This class will apply their knowledge of globalization concepts that we will explore in the fall to develop research questions using the city of Rome as a case study throughout the winter and spring culminating in a final project. Due to Rome’s historical significance in the world as well as its current role as one of the most influential cities in Europe, the class will grapple with the aforementioned questions as well as debates as to whether or not we are "post-globalization" as some experts argue. Rome’s geographic location, history, role in the EU, and much more make it the focus of this year's course. *There is a charge for the travel component of this class. Travel during spring break is a requirement of the course.

SCI 331, 332 MARINE SCIENCE 10

Open to fourth-, fifth -and sixth-form. Automatic enrollment for Geronimo crews, and counts as an additional course.

This semester course is taught on board Geronimo during the school year. It is largely experiential and unique to each voyage track - incorporating elements of navigation and seamanship, marine ecology and oceanography. The core of the Geronimo experience is building the seamanship and navigation skills to serve as crew on an ocean-going sailing vessel, while learning lessons in leadership and collaboration. Topics are introduced in a class setting, and then skills are executed and built while on watch. In navigation, we will start with a foundation of basic coastal piloting and progress to celestial navigation as time allows, giving students a strong foundation in traditional navigation. Part of the course will closely relate to our geographic location and could include components of marine ecology, oceanography and meteorology, along with historical and cultural investigations. Sailing on board Geronimo will afford you a unique perspective for comparing different marine ecosystems and cultures. We will employ hands-on explorations whenever possible. This course is also designed to help you gain a better understanding of our interconnectedness with the marine environment and to develop an appreciation for the role of the ocean on a global scale.

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ART ART 151, 152 VISUAL ARTS FOUNDATION - fall or spring semester course ART 161, 162 PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION - fall or spring semester course The Visual Arts Foundation and Performing Arts Foundation semester-long courses will help you to discover talents you never knew you possessed. Completion of this year-long study is required as a prerequisite for all other art courses. In Visual Arts Foundation, we will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of two-dimensional and three-dimensional arts, while in Performing Arts Foundation you will study the fundamentals of the performing arts (music and theater) Throughout each of these semester-long courses, students develop a comprehensive vocabulary as they actively engage with the work of studio and performing artists. The course emphasizes the importance of foundational skills as a primary tool for the development of creative concepts. In the visual arts course, media such as pencil, charcoal and ink help students investigate various solutions to visual projects as they build technical skills in our visual arts studios. A broad range of formal concerns is presented through a series of sequential exercises. In the performing arts course, students will be exposed to important curriculum involving music appreciation, character analysis, and performance principles. These core skills will be explored in a sequence that builds in complexity as each semester progresses. Students will observe the work of professional artists for inspiration and learn to evaluate their own solutions and those of their peers through regular group discussion and critiques.

ART 211, 212 INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY - fall semester course and spring semester course Prerequisite:Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

Anyone can take a photograph. You may have already taken hundreds of photographs during your lifetime. But what makes a photographic image truly captivating? Astonishing? Evocative? Memorable? It takes far more than pointing and shooting a camera. We engage in an ongoing discussion of the breadth of possibilities in the visual art of photography as students become comfortable using their cameras and the most current photographic software.

This semester-long course explores the techniques and applications of acquiring, manipulating and outputting digitized photographic images utilizing Adobe Photoshop. The technical skills for digital photography are covered including refinement of exposure, post-image capture processing and print manipulation. Assignments range from specific exercises with depth of field, portraiture, landscape and abstraction. Students are expected to engage fully in critiques and classroom discussions. Students must provide their own DSLR camera and tripod. Offered fall (211) and spring (212).

ART 301 PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING - fall semester course Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & pre/coreq Chemistry. Dual credit Art/Science.

This semester course is a survey course of engineering. The course exposes students to some of the major concepts that they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study including materials, proposal writing, research and fabrication. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills and understanding of concepts through problem-based learning. Used in combination with a team approach, this course challenges students to continually hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities and problem solving skills by using engineering concepts. It also allows students to develop strategies to enable and direct their own learning, which is the ultimate goal of education. Students will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. Students will develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and faculty members.

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ART 331, 332 3D DESIGN - fall semester course and spring semester course Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

Learn how to weld, make pottery, shape wood and protect an egg from a 150-foot fall—all in a semester course.

The 3D Design class focuses on the use of all three materials (clay, wood, metal) and the use of both additive and subtractive methods of construction. Three-Dimensional Design, a studio art elective, offers students an opportunity to explore a wide range of three-dimensional form with emphasis on formal vocabulary and the development of an idea. Design problems evolve through the three phases of the creative process: discussion of criteria and development of preliminary ideas, translation of ideas into two-dimensional drawings and execution of plans into three-dimensional objects. Students learn to balance practical issues of function with the formal issues relating to aesthetics. Hand-building ceramic techniques are used in the production of functional ceramics.

Students continue to use clay as a medium as they experiment by making scale models for projects, which will be made by using a variety of materials and methods. Formal exercises in wood, paper and welded steel emphasize the structural capabilities of line, plane and volume. Students learn to operate hand and power tools safely in the three-dimensional design studio. The text employed is Block and Leisure’s “Understanding Three Dimensions.”

ART 352 2D DRAWING - spring semester course Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

2D Drawing offers further exploration of the drawing concepts and skills introduced in Visual Foundation.

Composition, line, perspective, value, spatial relationships and the portrait are reviewed and applied to more complex situations. In addition, a color drawing is introduced as well as several projects based on personal ideas and self-expression. This course can serve as a preparation for the Advanced Portfolio courses and students may use artwork created in this class to supplement their portfolio.

ART 361, 362 2D PRINTMAKING AND PAINTING - fall semester course and spring semester course Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

In this course, students investigate several methods of print production, print vocabulary, and a brief history of printmaking. Through research, exploration, and experimentation, images are developed utilizing multiple techniques, both analog and digital, using the hand, the etching press and the large-format printer. Students explore technology in a broad sense, mixing traditional methods of printmaking with new image-making techniques. Contemporary relief methods, monotypes, collagraphs, and digital prints are some of the methods explored. The elements and principles of design are introduced to help guide students in creating thoughtful compositions. All inks and paints used in the class are water-based and non-toxic. Work created in this course can be used to supplement the Advanced Studio Art Portfolio. Offered winter (342) and spring (343).

ART 382 VIDEO ART- spring semester course Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

In this studio course, we explore the creation of moving images and the many ways in which video and animation can support creative expression. Students develop projects and occupy the roles of creator, subject and audience.

As such, this course is lab-based and hands-on. The goal is to craft works of animation, experimental and documentary video that can be analyzed both in terms of their intended impact and their ability to elicit meaningful aesthetic experience. Classroom activities and projects focus on the use of Adobe Premiere editing software. Student assessment is based on the quality of and ability to present a cohesive narrative, and on acquired technical competence. Students must supply their own tripod and camera.

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ART 410/A DRAWING & 2D DESIGN (A) Open to fourth-, fifth- and sixth-form. Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

This full-year portfolio course is designed to address a very broad interpretation of drawing and two-dimensional design issues. Light and shade, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation and illusion of depth are drawing issues that will be addressed during the first half of the year. The elements of design (line, shape, illusion of space and motion, pattern, texture, value and color) and ordering principles (proportion/scale, rhythm, hierarchy, symmetry/balance and unity) help guide students in making coherent and meaningful decisions relating to composition. The elements are explored and used as a means of artistic expression. The principles help guide students in making decisions about how to organize the elements.

ART 430/A 3D DESIGN (A) Open to fourth-, fifth-and sixth-form. Prerequisite: VVisual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152.

Three-Dimensional Design Portfolio, a full-year elective, explores a wide range of three-dimensional concepts.

Concepts, such as space, plane, volume, form, light and texture are explored through a series of three-dimensional exercises. Additive, subtractive and fabricated processes are utilized to articulate design ideas into coherent three-dimensional solutions. Students are expected to demonstrate a variety of skills, which include traditional sculpture, architectural models, ceramics, wood and metal work as well as industrial design prototypes. Students explore the work of professional artists, designers and architects for ideas and inspiration. Students learn to evaluate their own solutions and those of their peers through regular critiques. Sixteen finished sculptures will be produced (8 breadth, 8 concentration) in accordance with the guidelines suggested by the College Board. Students will have the option of submitting their completed portfolio to the College Board to receive an Advanced Placement score.

ART 432 DESIGN SCIENCE - spring semester course Prerequisites: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152, & 1 semester Geometry. Dual credit Art/Math.

This semester course is intended to provide students with hands-on experience in designing, creating and analyzing two- and three dimensional geometric structures, sculptures and models using a variety of media (including paper, wood, metal, ceramics, etc.). Students successfully completing this course would receive one semester credit in Arts and one semester credit in Mathematics. Possible topics and projects include tessellations, polyhedra, Platonic solids, Archimedean solids and the mathematics and design of commercial packaging. Class periods for this course would include lecture/demonstration and hands-on labs. One or two field trips to local manufacturing facilities and art museums would be included. Each student will maintain a daily journal containing research assignments, design sketches, and potential ideas relating to class projects. The resources of the Arts Center, the Welding Lab, and the Fab Lab would be utilized for the hands-on part of this course.

ART 452/H 3D/WELDING (H) - spring semester course Open to fourth-, fifth, sixth-form. Prerequisite: Visual Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 151 or 152. Limited space. Approval required.

This course provides an introduction to welded steel sculpture. Technical and analytical skills are developed as students employ the concepts, vocabulary and techniques practiced in the Three-Dimensional Design Course.

Students learn to safely operate the power tools and welding equipment associated with the fabrication of steel sculpture, including oxyacetylene and MIG methods. The course begins with research and discussion related to the history of 20th century sculpture, with a written paper presented to the class in a seminar format. Students build intermediary models prior to executing full-scale designs. A journal of drawings, research and personal observations is maintained as a method for organizing and developing potential plans. The semester culminates in

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a large-scale steel sculpture of each student’s individual design. The text used is Nathan Cabot Hale’s “Creating Welded Sculpture.” Subject to available space and department approval. One section offered in the spring only.

MUSIC MUS 221 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY - fall semester course Prerequisite: none. Recommended: Music Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or performance experience.

An introduction to the technology, concepts and techniques used for recording and producing music. This course addresses fundamental audio engineering concepts and audio production technologies in a hands-on lab environment. Topics include music production software and hardware, microphones, DAWs, MIDI, and sequencing tools. Projects will emphasize musical composition and production, utilizing notation software, audio production, and MIDI sequencing.

MUS 222 AUDIO ENGINEERING - spring semester course Prerequisite: none. Music Foundation (pre-2024), Art 161 or 162, or performance experience recommended.

This course will provide students the opportunity to investigate the technology, concepts, and techniques for recording acoustic and electric instruments in a studio environment as well as live performances. Topics include studio recording, microphone selection and placement, signal processing, studio acoustics, mixing and mastering, and related subjects. Through hands-on experiences, students will gain facility to produce professional recordings.

MUS 232 STUDIES IN CONTEMPORARY MUSIC - spring semester course Prerequisite: Music Foundation (pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or instructor permission.

Studies in Contemporary Music involves an in depth exploration of various genres of music with an emphasis placed on one or more self guided tracks including: theoretical analysis, deep listening, songwriting and production, historical research, and instrumental or vocal performance Students will delve beyond basic music theory and examine the relationships of musical elements across styles, such as melody, harmony, rhythm, form, texture, and lyrics. Standard music notation and keyboard skills will be reinforced; music production software will be utilized to develop musical skills and produce student compositions and performances.

MUSIC 250 VOCAL ENSEMBLE (0.5 credits) All singers regardless of experience can participate in Vocal Ensemble. This group performs at school events such as coffeehouses and Lessons and Carols and everyone in this group is invited to participate in the chapel choir. This group sings in all styles including sacred choral music, pop a cappella, and traditional choral music. Participation in one full year is the equivalent of one semester of your arts credit. Singers in this course are also eligible to sing in the a cappella groups Snapdragons and Hilltoppers and the Advanced Vocal Ensemble.

MUSIC 260 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE (0.5 credits) All instrumentalists can participate in Instrumental Ensemble. This course is divided into two groups based on instrumentation and style: Contemporary Collective is a modular ensemble performing jazz, funk, and other styles relevant to the twenty-first century musician. Chamber Collective is an ensemble performing music within the orchestral and wind-ensemble traditions. Special focus is given to cohesive interpretation, communication, and expression as an ensemble. Participation in one full year is the equivalent of one semester of your arts credit. Both groups perform frequently for school events and in the surrounding community.

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MUSIC 410/A MUSIC THEORY (A) Department permission required.

The study of music theory sharpens and enhances one’s insights into and perceptions of music. The goal of this course is to develop an ability to listen to and to understand the processes and synthesis of music. Students will build skills in harmonic and melodic analysis, harmonization technique and the ability to transcribe music as well as rhythmic and melodic training. The course will use the National AP Curriculum in conjunction with the Applied British Royal School of Music Curriculum. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be prepared for the Advanced Placement Music Examination given by the College Board and/or upper levels of the ABRSM exam. The course will culminate with students composing and orchestrating original music in the style of their choice.

THEATER THE 212 THEATER II Prerequisite: Theater I (pre-2024), or Art 161 or 162, or instructor permission.

Theater II is an intermediate course in theater that is a continuation of Theater I. It is designed for students with interest in delving deeper into all areas of the theatrical arts with emphasis on honing the craft of performance and public speaking. Select topics include advanced voice and diction development, audition/interview techniques, character and script analysis, movement, writing, directing, self-promotion, and the exploration of various theatrical genres. Students learn and experience the importance of connecting to the imagination, collaborating, organizing, creating a safe space, spatial and physical awareness, and engaging in a meaningful creative process.

Through a series of performances, assessments, and exercises, students will develop an understanding and appreciation for the art of theater and will have a deeper connection to their inner artist. Students in this course are not required to audition for extra-curricular productions.

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HUMANITIES HUMANITIES ENGLISH HUM 100 HUMANITIES I: ENGLISH, HISTORY AND RELIGION Required for third-formers.

This yearlong, place-based, interdisciplinary humanities course (which fulfills the third-form English requirement) will ask students to consider the variety of forces that have shaped the land, people, and places they inhabit.

Students will reflect on their own personal journey as well as investigate the world beyond their own experiences through an examination of literature, poetry, historical narratives, and archival documents. Through sequential semesters focusing on local, national and global themes including the environment, the Native American experience, colonization, the growth of trade and industry, enslaved labor, and immigration, students will build skills of direct observation, description, and analysis–developing foundational humanities skills. In doing so, students will make connections across texts and experiences, both academic and personal, and will develop an understanding of the people and history of Aquidneck Island, what the community has become today, and what their place is in that story.

HUM 220 HUMANITIES II: ENGLISH Required for fourth-formers.

Humanities II English and Humanities II History are integrated and interdisciplinary. These courses offer a comprehensive introduction to world history, religions, and literature with a focus on different regions of the world: The Middle East: The Crossroads of Civilization, South Asia: Cultural Blending, Conflict, and Change over Time, East Asia: Enduring the Traditions and the Modern World, Africa: Ancient Traditions and Cultural Change, Latin America: Explorations and Encounters, and Europe and the Western World: Agents of Change and Influence. Within this curriculum students will read literature related to cultural identity, learn about the traditions and beliefs of the great religions of the world, and focus on key events in history that transformed each region, while developing their critical thinking and writing skills. The focus in the English course will also be on finding common themes and experiences in literature and poetry written by authors from around the world.

HUM 450 AMERICAN STUDIES: ENGLISH HUM 460/A AMERICAN STUDIES: ENGLISH (A) Required for fifth-formers. HUM 460/A requires department approval.

American Studies English will cover the full sweep of American literature/cultural history from the Puritans to the present. Texts will be chosen based on interdisciplinary interest and intrinsic literary merit. Students will learn how to be critical readers of texts both written and visual in order to be thoughtful analysts and consumers of American culture, ideology, and history. The reading pace will be brisk. There will be, on average, a test or essay once a week.

On many days, students will be asked to offer a 10-minute analysis of a selected theme or quotation from the daily reading or a full-period essay on the topic under discussion. Works will include fiction and poetry, as well as speeches, memoirs, and literary non-fiction by a range of authors including Arthur Miller, Henry David Thoreau, James Baldwin, and Ta-Nehisi Coates. The advanced section of this course will include more extensive readings, more in depth literary analysis, and more comprehensive essays and papers.

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HUM 501/502 SPORTS JOURNALISM - fall semester and spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

This course will examine our community, current events, and cultural touch points through the lens of sports, chronicle the history of sports journalism through reading different forms of short and long form prose, listening to podcasts, and viewing relevant visual coverage, and tailor the experience to reading and listening about a student’s favorite team.

HUM 511 DETECTIVE FICTION – fall semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

In this course, we will examine the tradition, the dynamic nature, and the attraction of Detective Novels. In addition to reading the first mystery writers, students will red short stories and novels covering the tradition and genre. We will explore the question of what distinguishes detective fiction from other works of fiction, the development of the detective as an archetypal hero, and what makes this genre so popular.

HUM 512 BOARDING SCHOOL LITERATURE - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

Boarding schools and their surrounding settings and situations have become almost a genre in literature. This course would survey various types of Boarding School Literature with the goal of examining what the works tell us about the culture of boarding schools, how they are used/abused for sensationalism, and what are the conventions of this type of literature.

HUM 520/A GLOBAL STUDIES (A) * Open to fifth- and sixth-form. Dual credit English/History.

What does it mean to live in a global community during a pandemic? How does the pandemic affect different groups of people within the same country, and how does the pandemic affect countries differently? What role does climate change play in the effects of the pandemic? What are the top ten questions facing today’s leaders? Who is the current global power? Where does tomorrow’s power come from?

This class will apply their knowledge of globalization concepts that we will explore in the fall to develop research questions using the city of Rome as a case study throughout the winter and spring culminating in a final project. Due to Rome’s historical significance in the world as well as its current role as one of the most influential cities in Europe, the class will grapple with the aforementioned questions as well as debates as to whether or not we are "post-globalization" as some experts argue. Rome’s geographic location, history, role in the EU, and much more make it the focus of this year's course. *There is a charge for the travel component of this class. Travel during spring break is a requirement of the course.

HUM 521 CLIMATE FICTION- fall semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

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The objectives of this course are threefold: to explore the literature of climate change, with special attention to the human relationship to the environment and the effects of climate change on human relationships; to analyze and critique these relationships and effects through close reading and analytical writing; and to develop our practical, moral and aspirational capacities for understanding these relationships and effects through creative and reflective work. Readings will include The Tempest (Act. 1), Selections from The Rising, Learning to Die in the Anthropocene, A High Wind in Jamaica, Things Fall Apart, Floodlines, Annihilation, Ship Breaker, Leviathan Wakes, among others.

HUM 522 MARITIME LITERATURE - A VOYAGE INTO MELVILLE’S MOBY DICK - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

This course explores the influence of Moby Dick in the world of art, politics, psychology and environmentalism while also charting the significance of the Pequod's globe spanning voyage.

HUM 532 CRIMINAL LAW AND LITERATURE - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, dual credit English/History.

The purpose is to have students sharpen their analytical skills (and enhance their understanding and appreciation of literature and the law) by reading significant works of literature through a legal lens and to examine the legal questions that arise, especially as pertains to criminal law, in seminal works of literature as well as to understand the motives and psychology of characters. Works potentially include Billy Budd, Passing As I Lay Dying, The Great Gatsby, and Sweat.

HUM 541/A PRIZE-WINNING LITERATURE (A) - fall semester course This course uses award-winning contemporary literature to dive deep into issues challenging our society—and into the crucial work of figuring out how to respond and how it connects to their lives. Additionally, students will discuss and consider: Why do they think these books deserve to be recognized with these awards? What qualifies a book for award winning status? Course readings will include novels awarded the Booker, Pulitzer, and National Book Award prizes and be accessible to college bound seniors. Possible novels would be Cold Mountain, The Goldfinch, The Topeka Schools, Beloved, and The World According to Garp, A Cat’s Cradle. A portion of the readings will be “choice reading.”

HUM 542/A READING AND WRITING POETRY (A) - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English Credit.

This course is a fast-paced introduction to modern and contemporary U.S. poetry, with an emphasis on experimental verse, from the 19th century to the present. Participants (who need no prior experience with poetry) will learn how to read poems that are supposedly "difficult." We will encounter and discuss the poems one at a time, and also listen to and discuss lectures from the University of Pennsylvania “ModPo” online course. This collection of American Poems begins with Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson (proto modernists) and then follows through to the Modernists, Harlem Renaissance, Neo-Formalists, Beats, New York School, L-A-N-G-U-A-G-E, and contemporary poets. Along with intensive poetry analysis, students will write their own poems, collecting them into a portfolio for submission at the end of the semester.

HUM 552/A VISIONS AND REVISIONS (A) - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English credit.

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How do contemporary authors remix the classics? The purpose of this course is for students to explore the interpretive richness of “intertextuality,” texts building on or talking back to other texts. Classic literature will be paired with more recent works that revise or expand the original story, often by giving a voice to marginalized or victimized characters. Pairings may include The Iliad and Night Sky with Exit Wounds, Medea and Salvage the Bones, David Copperfield and Demon Copperhead, and Mrs. Dalloway and The Hours.

HUM 561/A FREEDOM, DECISIONS, AND ETHICS (A) - fall semester course Open to sixth-form, English credit.

The purpose of this course is to practice ethical thinking, to become familiar with the most established ethical theorists (utilitarianism, deontological ethics, natural law, virtue ethics, feminism and care ethics) and to apply ethical theories to real-world scenarios. Two critical texts that will be used are Ethical Choices: An introduction to moral philosophy with case studies by Burner and Raley and Modern Ethics in 77 Arguments by eds Catapano and Critchley. This course overlaps with politics, religion, history, social science, English, and psychology in the variety of case studies we examine and the amount of writing that is required.

HUM 572/A NARRATIVES OF INCARCERATION & REDEMPTION (A) - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English credit.

The primary purpose of this course is to help students understand the problem of mass incarceration in the United States – not only its roots and history, but also its impact on prisoners and families. By reading the personal essays, memoirs, and biographies of convicts from a range of backgrounds, students will explore the paths to prison, the conditions in which prisoners do time, the flaws in the system, and the difficulties of transitioning from prison to the outside world. In order to contextualize the personal narratives, we will look at theological texts as well as expository writing about the prison system in the United States. The expository readings will provide historical and factual background for our discussions, while the theological texts will provide a framework for considering issues that are central to any discussion of incarceration – issues like justice, remorse, mercy, and redemption.

HUM 581/A & 582/A EVIL AND JUSTICE THROUGH FILM (A) - fall semester and spring semester course Open to sixth-form, dual credit English, History.

Are humans innately good, or are we born with a propensity toward evil? Why does evil exist, and how should we respond when we encounter it? Through the screening and examination of documentary and narrative film as well as selected texts, students in this course will examine recent and historical manifestations of unjust practices as well as the contemporary responses to perceived evil. Topics will include the legacy of lynching in the United States, the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, the evolution of the incarceration system in the United States and the notorious meeting of senior Nazi officials where they discussed the "Final Solution to the Jewish Question". Students will emerge with an expanded appreciation for complex ethical challenges and an ability to engage with confidence in contemporary debates around justice, equity, punishment and morality.

HUM 591, 592 CREATIVE WRITING - fall semester course and spring semester course Open to sixth-form, English credit.

This course will examine how we find the humanity in one another through literature by analyzing, producing, and studying the mechanics of the three genres: poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. The goal is to demystify the “process”

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of writing and introduce students to the “workshop” model of teaching, learning, and practicing creative writing.

HUMANITIES HISTORY HUM 230 HUMANITIES II: HISTORY Required of fourth-formers.

Humanities II History and Humanities II English are integrated and interdisciplinary. These courses offer a comprehensive introduction to world history, religions, and literature with a focus on different regions of the world: The Middle East: The Crossroads of Civilization, South Asia: Cultural Blending, Conflict, and Change over Time, East Asia: Enduring the Traditions and the Modern World, Africa: Ancient Traditions and Cultural Change, Latin America: Explorations and Encounters, and Europe and the Western World: Agents of Change and Influence. Within this curriculum students will read literature related to cultural identity, learn about the traditions and beliefs of the great religions of the world, and focus on key events in history that transformed each region, while developing their critical thinking and writing skills. In History, students will also learn how to do library research, evaluate sources, write research papers and present their findings.

HUM 470 AMERICAN STUDIES: HISTORY HUM 480/A AMERICAN STUDIES: HISTORY (A) Required of fifth-formers. US History Credit. HUM 480/A requires department approval.

A chronological survey of American history and culture, American Studies History will cover the full sweep of American history from the Puritans to the present. Students will learn how to be critical readers of texts both written and visual in order to be thoughtful analysts and consumers of American culture, ideology, and history. The reading pace will be brisk. There will be, on average, a test or essay once a week. On many days, students will be asked to offer a 10-minute analysis of a selected theme or quotation from the daily reading or a full-period essay on the topic under discussion. Works will include primary source documents from the Articles of Confederation through the Pentagon Papers, as well as key texts from John Locke, Adam Smith, Ida B. Wells, W.E.B. DuBois, Margaret Sanger and Martin Luther King Jr. The advanced section of this course will include more extensive readings, more in depth literary analysis, and more comprehensive essays and papers.

HUM 600/A AMERICAN GOVERNMENT (A) Open to sixth-form. Prerequisite: U.S. History. History Credit.

This year-long advanced level course seeks to promote more active and informed citizenship and political participation for all individuals across the political spectrum. Elements such as gender, race, class, ideology, economics, and institutional power all affect the political standing of citizens and issues. Media, too, has long informed the experience of democracy. As such we will examine the role the media plays in shaping United States Government & Politics. Although not the motivating intention, successful navigation of the course, combined with consistent and diligent preparation, will likely contribute to student success on the College Board's AP US Government & Politics examination in May. Through the exploration of the Foundations of American Democracy, Interactions Among Branches of Government, Civil Liberties and Civil Rights, American Political Ideologies and Beliefs, and Political Participation combined with disciplinary practices related to the study of Political Science (Concept Application, SCOTUS Application, Data Analysis, Source Analysis, Argumentation) students will be exposed to an array of concepts and ideas meant to broaden their understanding of American Democracy

HUM 611/A RENAISSANCE STUDIES (A) - fall semester course Open to sixth-form, Dual Credit: History, English.

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This course will take an interdisciplinary look at the history, literature, art, and religion of Renaissance Europe (14-16th centuries), while also considering how the Renaissance has impacted Western culture today and how we continue to imagine and reimagine the Renaissance. We will use Western Civilizations (Cole and Symnes) and Perspectives from the Past (Brophy) to gain an understanding of the historical period, alongside readings from Dante, Boccaccio, Petrarch, Chaucer, Shakespeare, Luther, and Calvin amongst others that will help students gain a holistic view of Renaissance thinking and culture. We will explore the art of the Italian Renaissance and Northern Renaissance and will consider, as we read Brecht’s Galileo and Bolt’s A Man for All Seasons, why the Renaissance continues to capture our imagination and inform our worldviews today.

HUM 612/A 20TH CENTURY EUROPE (A) - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, Dual Credit: History, English.

This course takes an interdisciplinary focus on four main themes of 20th century European history: sustaining and dissolving empires; autocracy, totalitarianism, and warfare; feminism and civil rights; and the rise and fall of communism, while also relating the issues of today’s Europe (particularly the issues of immigration and rising authoritarianism) to the past. Students will utilize Western Civilizations (Cole and Symnes) and Perspectives from the Past (Brophy) to gain an understanding of the historical period, alongside works of literature and philosophy in full and excerpt, including Simone de Beauvoir, Hannah Arendt, Aldous Huxley, Alexander Solzhenitsyn, Pat Barker, and John Le Carre.

HUM 621 RACE RELATIONS IN THE US - fall semester course Open to sixth-form. Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of U.S. History. History Credit.

The purpose of this course is to analyze, from a historical lens, but without a traditional history textbook, the unique issue of race in the United States of America. In keeping in the spirit of St. George’s School’s humanities curriculum, however, the course will explore a multitude of written works, including literary works produced by BIPOC folx, with the possibility of travel to key and historic locations of the Civil Rights Movement.

HUM 632 CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENTS IN THE US - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, History Credit.

This course will examine the origins, similarities, differences, and legacies of the African American and Native American civil rights movements, from the 19th century to the present. Students will examine the unique situations, personalities, and obstacles that defined each movement, and their general impact on these populations in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

HUM 641/A SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP (A) - fall semester course Open to sixth-form, History Credit.

The goal of this course is to provide students with the opportunities to make St. George’s, the local community, and the world a better place. Students will engage on and off campus with mission-driven enterprises. As traditional lines between businesses, governments, and nonprofits blur, it’s important for future change makers to understand the evolving business landscape as well as the systemic inequities to create social change. Students will develop and practice skills, in the context of historical and social foundations, to create real and lasting impact.

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HUM 642 MEDICINE AND HUMANITIES - spring semester course Open to sixth-form, History Credit.

This course will focus on how cultural narratives, including race, class, gender, national identity, inform popular and expert understandings of medicine and responses to medical topics in a globalized world. Students will explore modern questions around health, well-being, medical ethics, and social inequality in human health experiences rooted in historical and global contexts. This includes topics such as the impact of Western biomedicine on the definitions of disease, wellness, and global adoption, and what happens when cultural understandings conflict. This course is an opportunity for the population of students at SG interested in pursuing a pre-med track in college, as most college pre-med programs now include interdisciplinary humanities curriculum.

HUM 660/A ECONOMICS (A) Open to sixth-form, History Credit.

This yearlong course offers a primarily qualitative examination of the principles of micro and macroeconomics.

After introducing fundamental economic concepts like opportunity cost, scarcity and choice, and the laws of supply and demand, the class focuses on practical applications of business principles such as: the costs of production; profit maximization; different models for business operation; and labor markets. Beginning in the second semester, students focus on macroeconomics. Primary emphasis is placed upon developing a basic understanding of aggregate demand and supply; monetary and fiscal policy; money and banking; unemployment; Gross Domestic Product; and the role of government. The course also focuses on developing skills applicable to careers in business and finance. Texts include Greg Mankiw's "Principles of Economics," The Wall Street Journal, and Charles Wheelan's "Naked Economics."

HUM 661 ECONOMICS - fall semester course Open to sixth-form, History Credit.

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This term course offers a primarily qualitative examination of the principles of micro and macroeconomics. After introducing fundamental economic concepts like opportunity cost, scarcity and choice, and the laws of supply and demand, the class focuses on practical applications of business principles such as: the costs of production; profit maximization; different models for business operation; and labor markets. Students then turn to macroeconomics.

Primary emphasis is placed upon developing a basic understanding of aggregate demand and supply; monetary and fiscal policy; money and banking; unemployment; Gross Domestic Product; and the role of government. The course also focuses on developing skills applicable to careers in business and finance. Unlike its advanced counterpart (HUM660/A), this class will not provide preparation for either AP Economics exam and will require only the most basic skills in algebra and geometry.

LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDIES CHINESE CHI 100 CHINESE I The first year of Chinese introduces the student to radicals, tones and characters. These aspects of Mandarin Chinese make the language unique in the world. The Chinese I course provides an introduction to basic Chinese grammar and sentence structure. The primary text used is Go Far with Chinese, which is supplemented by authentic materials such as short stories, songs, and videos. Students are required to use Chinese in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. Progress is monitored closely by means of quizzes, tests, presentations, and projects to assess student progress and proficiency. Upon completion of first-year Chinese, students should be able to carry out basic conversations in Chinese.

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Prerequisite: Chinese I. Chinese II focuses on sentence structure and word order. Students learn how to make compound and complex sentences to enhance their writing skills. The textbook Go Far with Chinese is richly illustrated with intriguing and interactive classroom activities and intensive vocabulary drills. Students learn everyday expressions regarding their daily life such as making a phone call, eating at a restaurant, and commenting on the weather to improve their conversational skills. They further improve their reading and listening comprehension skills through engaging class exercises, homework assignments, presentations, and projects. Students are required to use Chinese in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. By the end of the school year, students should have a good grasp of the Chinese language and be capable of engaging in meaningful discussions in Chinese. Chinese II Honors is also offered.

CHI 220/H CHINESE II (H) Prerequisite: Chinese I. Department approval required.

Chinese II Honors is a yearlong course designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Chinese, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course. Students in this class tackle the same material as that of Chinese II but with increased depth and intensity. Chinese II Honors focuses on sentence structure and word order. Students learn how to make compound and complex sentences to enhance their writing skills. The textbook Go Far with Chinese is richly illustrated with intriguing and interactive classroom activities and intensive vocabulary drills. Students learn everyday expressions regarding their daily life such as making a phone call, eating at a restaurant, and commenting on the weather to improve their conversational skills. They further improve their reading and listening comprehension skills through engaging class exercises, homework assignments, presentations, and projects. Students are required to use Chinese in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. By the end of the school year, students should find themselves well prepared to write short essays, read short articles, and engage in meaningful discussions in Chinese.

CHI 300 CHINESE III Prerequisite: Chinese II. The emphasis of Chinese III is to continue to develop communicative competence in all four components: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The textbook Go Far with Chinese is also used at this level. It depicts a typical high school student’s life, and the topics covered include preparing to go back to school, planning an event, shopping for a gift, making travel plans, and stopping for a bite to eat. In Chinese III, students significantly expand their vocabulary, and there is a greater emphasis on Chinese history, culture, and traditions. Students utilize a variety of authentic materials in and out of class and are required to use Chinese at least 80% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. By the end of the year, students should be able to demonstrate a good understanding of Chinese language and culture and feel confident when engaging in casual but meaningful conversations in Chinese. Chinese III Honors is also offered.

CHI 320/H CHINESE III (H) Prerequisite: Chinese II or II (H). Department approval required.

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Chinese III Honors is a yearlong course designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Chinese, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course. Students in this class tackle the same material as that of Chinese III but with increased depth and intensity. The emphasis of Chinese III Honors is to continue to develop communicative competence in all four components: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The textbook Go Far with Chinese is also used at this level. It depicts a typical high school student’s life, and the topics covered include preparing to go back to school, planning an event, shopping for a gift, making travel plans, and stopping for a bite to eat. In Chinese III Honors, students significantly expand their vocabulary, and there is a greater emphasis on Chinese history, culture, and traditions.

Students utilize a variety of authentic materials in and out of class and are required to use Chinese at least 80% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. By the end of the year, students should be able to demonstrate a good understanding of Chinese language and culture and feel confident when engaging in casual but meaningful conversations in Chinese.

CHI 400 and 401 CHINESE IV-1 Prerequisite: Chinese III or III (H).

Students enrolled in Chinese IV gain greater fluency in the language through the continued honing of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. In addition to the text Go Far with Chinese, students further develop their reading skills through supplementary, authentic reading materials such as magazines and newspapers, and they enhance their speaking skills through discussions, presentations, and conversations with native speakers. Students are required to use Chinese at least 85% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. Additionally, students practice their writing skills through writing short essays and journal entries, and they sharpen their listening skills by watching Chinese movies and tv shows. Students should be able to understand the spoken language in formal settings (lectures, news, etc.) and in casual settings (conversations, dialogues, etc.) at the end of this course. Chinese IV Honors is also offered.

Note: Students may take just the first semester (401) or the yearlong course (400). Those who aspire to complete the Advanced Level must commit to 400 as a yearlong course.

CHI 420/H CHI 421/H CHINESE IV-1 (H) Prerequisite: Chinese III or III (H). Department approval required.

Chinese IV Honors is a yearlong course designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Chinese, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course. Students in this class tackle the same material as that of Chinese IV but with increased depth and intensity. Students enrolled in Chinese IV Honors gain greater fluency in the language through the continued honing of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. In addition to the text Go Far with Chinese, students further develop their reading skills through supplementary, authentic reading materials such as magazines and newspapers, and they enhance their speaking skills through discussions, presentations, and conversations with native speakers. In Chinese IV Honors, there are also opportunities for individual research in the Chinese language.

Students are required to use Chinese at least 85% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. Additionally, students practice their writing skills through writing short essays and journal entries, and they sharpen their listening skills by watching Chinese movies and tv shows. Students should be able to understand the spoken language in formal settings (lectures, news, etc.) and in casual settings (conversations, dialogues, etc.) at the end of this course. Note: Students may take just the first semester (421H) or the yearlong course (420H). Those who aspire to complete the Advanced Level must commit to 420H as a yearlong course.

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CHI 500 CHINESE V Prerequisite: Chinese IV (H) or IV. This yearlong, upper-level course is designed for qualified students who are interested in completing Chinese studies comparable in content to semester college/university courses in Mandarin Chinese. In addition to continuing work with the text, Go Far with Chinese, the goal of this course is to further develop students’ proficiency in the target language and to enhance their understanding of the Chinese culture through discussions of topics reflecting multiple areas of Chinese society and culture and the use of various authentic multimedia and literary materials in different linguistic registers. Students are required to use Chinese at least 90% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. Chinese V Advanced is also offered.

CHI 510/A CHINESE V(A) Prerequisite: Chinese IV (H) or IV. Department approval required.

This yearlong, advanced course is designed for qualified students who are interested in completing Chinese studies comparable in content to semester college/university courses in Mandarin Chinese. Students in Chinese V Advanced tackle the same material as that of Chinese V but with increased depth and intensity. In addition to continuing work with the text, Go Far with Chinese, the goal of this course is to further develop students’ proficiency in the target language and to enhance their understanding of the Chinese culture through discussions of topics reflecting multiple areas of Chinese society and culture and the use of various authentic multimedia and literary materials in different linguistic registers. Students are required to use Chinese at least 90% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. For students who wish to take the Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture exam in May, supplementary materials will be recommended by the teacher.

FRENCH FRE 100 FRENCH I This yearlong course is designated for students with no previous or limited experience with French. Students start to learn the language through the lens of interculturality. They will be immersed in meaningful, authentic contexts from the beginning of each unit, when they are introduced to video bloggers from Francophone countries.

Students will see and hear a variety of young people throughout the program, helping them to interact with the relevant and culturally rich topics that we will study in class. Vocabulary and grammar are presented in context.

Additionally, they will practice the four skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) through the three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational). Following the guidelines of the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, the goal is to expose students to multiple strategies in order to help interpret and express themselves with expanding literacy, while learning to communicate and interact with cultural acumen.

While laying the foundation for students to build proficiency through the Novice levels, and preparing to tackle more advanced proficiency levels, we aim to foster an attitude of curiosity, open-mindedness, respect, tolerance, and empathy towards others that lead learners to want to communicate and engage in another language.

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Prerequisite: French I. This yearlong course is a continuation of the program and materials presented in French I or its equivalent at the ACTFL Novice Mid/High level. French II further develops the students’ reading, writing and conversational skills at the Intermediate Low level. After a review of the material from the Novice level, the class introduces students to more complex sentence structures as well as the use of the past and future tenses, various pronouns and prepositions. The new vocabulary presented relates to traveling, daily routines, food, health and technology.

Communication is a critical component of the French II classroom. Students are required to use French at all times in order to communicate with each other as well as with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersive experience in the classroom. Since this is a proficiency-based class, daily communicative goals will be provided to the students to help them build their language skills toward the targeted level for the course, Intermediate Low, not only through vocabulary and structures, but also through an exploration of the history and cultures of the French-speaking world. French II Honors is also offered.

FRE 220/H FRENCH II (H) Prerequisite: French I. Department approval required.

This yearlong course is a continuation of the program and materials presented in French I or its equivalent at the ACTFL Novice Mid/High level. French II further develops the students’ reading, writing and conversational skills at the Intermediate Low level. After a review of the material from the Novice level, the class introduces students to more complex sentence structures as well as the use of the past and future tenses, various pronouns and prepositions. The new vocabulary presented relates to traveling, daily routines, food, health and technology.

Communication is a critical component of the French II classroom. Students are required to use French at all times in order to communicate with each other as well as with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersive experience in the classroom. Since this is a proficiency-based class, daily communicative goals will be provided to the students to help them build their language skills toward the targeted level for the course, Intermediate Low, not only through vocabulary and structures, but also through an exploration of the history and cultures of the French-speaking world. The Honors section is designed for students who are particularly motivated to gain a command of the language, and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis. It will have more in-depth homework assignments and more rigorous grading for writing and speaking tasks. Although the material covered will be the same, Honors students are required to master material that is optional for non-honors students.

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FRE 300 FRENCH III Prerequisite: French II or II (H).

The goals of this yearlong course are to complete the formal study of grammar and to introduce students to serious French literature. Le Petit Prince and a variety of short stories are studied, both as a means of enhancing language skills and building analytical skills. Classes are conducted entirely in French. Through the use of online resources and films, we examine aspects of modern France and Francophone culture. Students are asked to do presentations on French figures, events and places. French III Honors is also offered.

FRE 320/H FRENCH III (H) Prerequisite: French II or II (H). Department approval required.

As in French III, the goals of this yearlong course are to complete the formal study of grammar and to introduce students to serious French literature. Le Petit Prince and a variety of short stories are studied, both as a means of enhancing language skills and building analytical skills. Designed for students who are particularly motivated to build command of the language and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis, French III Honors requires communication as a critical component of the classroom and will cover grammar and vocabulary at a deeper level than French III. Classes are conducted entirely in French. Through the use of online resources and films, we examine aspects of modern France and Francophone culture. Students are asked to do presentations on French figures, events and/or places.

FRE 400 and FRE 401 FRENCH IV-1 Prerequisite: French III or III (H).

This course takes a communicative approach to teaching students at the ACTFL Intermediate High level. The French IV class reviews and expands upon the themes and structures previously studied while focusing more on the application of those skills to listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Daily discussion topics, role-plays, presentations, and interviews provide students with opportunities to express their opinions and to integrate the vocabulary and structures they have learned. Like in previous French classes, students are required to use French at all times in order to communicate with each other as well as with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersive experience in the classroom. Cultural competence and communicative skills are also strengthened through the study of art, literature, current events, social justice issues, country profiles, and cultural readings. They are also developed through exposure to a rich selection of fiction, drama, and poetry, both classical and contemporary.

Materials include the textbook Face-à-Face and the novel Le Petit Nicolas, as well as authentic short movies and music videos. French IV Honors is also offered. Note: Students may take just the first semester (401) or the yearlong course (400). Those who aspire to complete the Advanced Level must commit to 400 as a yearlong course.

FRE 420/H FRE 421/H FRENCH IV-1 (H) Prerequisite: French III or III (H). Department approval required.

This course takes a communicative approach to teaching students at the ACTFL Intermediate High level. The French IV Honors class reviews and expands upon the themes and structures previously studied while focusing more on the application of those skills to listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Cultural competence and communicative skills are also strengthened through the study of art, literature, current events, social justice issues, country profiles, and cultural readings. They are also developed through exposure to a rich selection of fiction, drama, and poetry, both classical and contemporary. Materials include the textbook Face-à-Face and the novel Le Petit Nicolas, as well as authentic short movies and music videos.

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The goal of French IV Honors is for students to leave the course well prepared for further study of French at the Advanced and/or college level. The Honors section is designed for students who are particularly motivated to gain a command of the language and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis. It will cover structures and vocabulary at a deeper level, have more in-depth homework assignments, and more rigorous grading for writing and speaking tasks. Although the material covered will be the same, Honors students will be required to master material that is only optional for non-Honors students. Note: Students may take just the first semester (421H) or the yearlong course (420H). Those who aspire to complete the Advanced Level must commit to 420H as a yearlong course.

FRE 510/A FRENCH V (A) Prerequisite: French IV (H) or III (H). Department approval required.

This yearlong college-level course at the ACTFL Advanced Low sublevel takes a holistic approach to language proficiency and recognizes the complex interrelatedness of comprehension and comprehensibility, vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The Advanced French course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. It develops students’ awareness and appreciation of products, both tangible (e.g., tools, books, music) and intangible (e.g., laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions that underlie both practices and products) in the Francophone world.

The class is taught exclusively in French, and the students in this class are expected to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in French. Advanced French students will have the opportunity to interact weekly with college-level students from the Université de Rennes 2 in Brittany, France. Materials include the textbook Thèmes, the TV show “Lupin” and extensive resources from the Internet -- from newspapers and newscasts to videos and articles from various French-speaking countries -- to help students further hone their communicative skills. For students who wish to take the Advanced Placement French Language and Culture exam in May, supplementary materials will be recommended by the teacher.

FRE 610/A and 611/A,612/A FRENCH VI(A) – 1, 2 Prerequisite: French V(A), each semester of French Language (A) may be taken apart (611/A or 612/A) or consecutively (610/A). Department approval required.

French VI Advanced consists of two college-level semester courses that broaden students’ knowledge of Francophone Culture(s). Students will travel through history and investigate major dates, time periods and events that have shaped the Francophone World such as the French Revolution, World War I and II and colonialism. Each student will also be exposed to different pieces of French Literature such as poems, essays, maxims, and plays as well as videos and movies; then they will be asked to analyze/interpret each document, based on the historical context.

Each and every class will be conducted exclusively in French. Students will actively participate in discussions, create presentations and write essays. The goal of this course is to develop oral, written and analytical skills, while at the same time acquiring a better understanding of the Francophone World and its history. Students may take either or both semesters. Note: Students may take just the first semester (611A), just the second semester (612A) or the yearlong course (610A).

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LATIN LAT 100 LATIN I This yearlong course is an introduction to the world of the ancient Roman people and to the Latin language. In this course, students will learn to think critically, logically, and analytically as they study the intricacies of grammar and sentence structure, and they begin to read tiered stories about Roman culture, history, and mythology. Emphasis will thus be on the elements of the language: alphabet and pronunciation, parts of speech, morphology (word-formation), vocabulary (including English derivatives), grammatical/syntactical rules, and strategies for reading and translation. Students will also study the geography of the ancient Roman world, an outline of Roman history, and important aspects of Roman public and private life; they will frequently be asked to consider how ancient culture informs our modern world. Students will use the online textbook Suburanī.

LAT 200 LATIN II Prerequisite: Latin I. This yearlong course continues the investigation into the ancient Roman world and the nuances of the Latin language. Students will explore more challenging grammatical topics, such as indirect statements and participles, and will hone their reading and comprehension skills with tiered readings about Roman life. Furthermore, students will increase their working Latin vocabulary, cultivate their English vocabulary through Latin derivatives, and consider how ancient civilization informs the modern world through study of Roman society and culture. By the end of this course, students will have a strong working vocabulary and a firm foundation of the basics of Latin grammar. Throughout the year, students will use the online textbook Suburanī. Latin II Honors is also offered.

LAT 220/H LATIN II (H) Prerequisite: Latin I. Department approval required.

Latin II Honors is a yearlong course designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Latin, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course. Students in this class tackle the same material as that of Latin II but with increased depth and intensity.

Students will thoroughly review elements learned in Latin I before proceeding to new concepts. By the end of this course, students will have a strong working vocabulary and a firm foundation of the basics of Latin grammar.

Throughout the year, students will use the online textbook Suburanī.

LAT 300 LATIN III Prerequisite: Latin II or II (H).

In this yearlong course, students will work to improve the skills that they learned in the first two levels of Latin and to explore more advanced grammatical topics, including the subjunctive mood. Over the course of the year, students will refine their analytical, interpretive, and writing skills by critically investigating Latin texts. Textual analysis and essay writing will begin to play a role in student assessment, and the course contains opportunities for students to practice analytical writing and close reading. In preparation for further study in Latin, students will strive to move beyond simply translating Latin into English, but rather to engage in the more complex issues of critical reading. Throughout the year, students will use the online textbook Suburanī and supplementary original texts. Latin III Honors is also offered.

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LAT 320/H LATIN III (H) Prerequisite: Latin II or II (H). Department approval required.

This yearlong course is designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Latin, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course.

Students in this class tackle the same material as that in Latin III but with increased depth and intensity. In this course, students will work to improve the skills that they learned in the first two levels of Latin and to explore more advanced grammatical topics, including the subjunctive mood. Over the course of the year, students will refine their analytical, interpretive, and writing skills by critically investigating Latin texts. Textual analysis and essay writing will begin to play a role in student assessment, and the course contains opportunities for students to practice analytical writing and close reading. In preparation for further study in Latin, students will strive to move beyond simply translating Latin into English, but rather to engage in the more complex issues of critical reading. Throughout the year, students will use the online textbook Suburanī and supplementary original texts .

LAT 400 LATIN IV Prerequisite: Latin III or III (H).

Latin IV is an upper-level intermediate course offered to students in their final year of Latin study at St. George’s and to students who would benefit from further practice prior to enrolling in an advanced course. In this class, students will review Latin forms, syntax, and vocabulary as they discuss the geography, history, culture, art, and mythology of the classical world. Students will continue to develop their analytical, interpretative, and writing skills through the use of texts and authentic materials. Typically, students in this course will read a selection of classical authors such as Vergil, Ovid, and Caesar. Latin IV Advanced is also offered.

LAT 410/A LATIN IV (A) Prerequisite: Latin III or III (H). Department approval required.

This fast-paced, advanced yearlong course is designed for motivated students who have a genuine interest in Latin, a strong record of achievement in the discipline, and a willingness to devote the additional time and effort required of this course. This course will continue students' experience in reading original Latin prose and poetry, including scansion and figures of speech. Students in this course should have an excellent understanding of the architecture of a complex Latin sentence. The year will begin with a thorough review of forms, syntax, and vocabulary. Following that review, students will read selections from Vergil’s Aeneid. In the second half of the year, students will study a selection of Latin poetry including Ovid and/or Catullus. .

LAT 510/A LATIN V (A) Prerequisites: Latin IV, Latin IV (A). Department approval required.

Latin V Advanced is a yearlong advanced literature class that offers an in-depth study of Latin poetry and prose.

Students will not only establish advanced proficiency in reading skills, but also will learn to move beyond mere translation to develop their own understanding, on firm textual evidence, about what they read. This course will include a continuous review of Latin word-formation, syntax, vocabulary, rhetorical devices, and scansion. Students will encounter a variety of Latin authors; the texts will vary each year based on student interest.

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SPANISH SPA 100 SPANISH I Spanish I is an introductory, yearlong course offered to students with limited or no prior experience with the Spanish language. Spanish I is also designed for students who may benefit from a thorough review of the concepts they acquired during their middle school Spanish studies. In this class, students learn vocabulary related to greetings, expressions of courtesy, academic life, family, pastimes, vacations and shopping. Grammar concepts introduced include regular and irregular verbs in the present tense, descriptive and possessive adjectives, the present progressive and the preterite tense. In Spanish I, students develop reading, writing and conversational skills through the use of texts, selected readings, workbooks and audiovisual materials. Students practice and demonstrate their language proficiency through individual and partner work, group discussions, projects and formal presentations. Students research and learn about various Spanish-speaking countries and then present their findings to the rest of the class. Students are required to use the target language at all times in order to provide and partake in an immersion experience in the classroom.

SPA 200 SPANISH II Prerequisite: Spanish I. This yearlong course is a continuation of the program and materials presented in Spanish I or its equivalent. It continues to build on the established foundation as it further develops the students’ reading, writing and conversational skills. The class not only reviews the material from Spanish I but also introduces students to more complex sentence structures as well as the use of commands, the preterit, and the future tenses. The new vocabulary presented relates to cultural events, celebrations, daily routines, shopping, food, technology, the home, etc. As in Spanish I, communication is a critical component of the Spanish II classroom. Students are required to use Spanish at least 90% of the time in order to communicate with each other and with the teacher in an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom. In addition to our study of grammar and vocabulary, we also explore various cultures and the history of the Spanish-speaking world through selected readings, films and online research. Spanish II Honors is also offered.

SPA 220/H SPANISH II (H) Prerequisite: Spanish I. Department approval required.

This yearlong course continues to build on the foundation of Spanish I, introducing students to more complex sentence structures and sophisticated tenses. Designed for students who are particularly motivated to build command of the language and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis, Spanish II Honors requires communication as a critical component of the classroom and covers grammar and vocabulary at a deeper level than in Spanish II. In an effort to provide an immersion experience in the classroom, students are required to use Spanish at least 90% of the time with each other and with the teacher. In addition to our study of grammar and vocabulary, we also explore various cultures and the history of the Spanish-speaking world through selected readings, films and online research.

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SPA 300, 300/C SPANISH III Prerequisite: Spanish II or II (H).

This yearlong course is the continuation of the program and materials presented in Spanish II or its equivalent. In this course, students build on their grammar foundation as they practice the use of previously acquired structures and learn advanced concepts such as the subjunctive, future and conditional tenses. Students are required to participate actively and use Spanish at all times in order to provide and partake in an immersion experience in the classroom. To develop and build upon their cultural awareness of the different Spanish speaking countries, students in Spanish III study short stories, poems, popular music and films by Spanish and Latin American artists.

Students also learn about contemporary Hispanic and Latinx cultures. Spanish III Honors is also offered.

SPA 320/H SPANISH III (H) Prerequisite: Spanish II or II (H). Department approval required.

This yearlong course continues to build on the foundation of Spanish II Honors, as students learn advanced grammatical concepts such as the subjunctive mood and the conditional and future tenses. Designed for students who are particularly motivated to build command of the language and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis, Spanish III Honors requires active participation and use of Spanish at all times for an immersion experience in the classroom. The Honors section covers grammar and vocabulary at a deeper level than Spanish III. To develop and build upon their cultural awareness of the different Spanish speaking countries, students in Spanish III Honors study short stories, poems, and films from Spanish and Latin American authors and filmmakers and engage in several research projects.

SPA 400 SPANISH IV Prerequisite: Spanish III or III (H).

This yearlong course takes a communicative approach to teaching intermediate Spanish students. We review and expand upon grammar concepts and vocabulary previously studied while focusing more on their application in presentational, interpretive and interpersonal modes. Daily discussion topics, role-plays, presentations and interviews provide students with opportunities to express their opinions and to synthesize both grammar and vocabulary. Students write summaries of and responses to audio, video and readings, as well as compositions relating to topics studied. The use of films by Hispanic and Latine filmmakers strengthens students’ listening comprehension skills, expands students’ cultural knowledge and provides the opportunity to make comparisons and connections between cultures while providing a platform for analysis and discussion. Through the study of art, literature, current events, country profiles and cultural readings, students further develop their cultural competence and communicative abilities. Students are required to participate actively using the target language at least 90% of the time in order to provide and partake in an immersion experience in the classroom. The goal of this course is for students to feel confident in their use of the Spanish language and to spark an interest in further study at or beyond St. George’s. Spanish IV Honors is also offered.

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SPA 420/H SPANISH IV (H) Prerequisite: Spanish III or III (H). Department approval required.

This yearlong course takes a communicative approach to teaching intermediate Spanish students. We review and expand upon grammar concepts previously studied while focusing more on application of those skills to listening, speaking, reading and writing. We also continue to expand and reinforce each student’s vocabulary. Daily discussion topics, role-plays, presentations, vlog entries and interviews provide students with opportunities to express their opinions and to synthesize both grammar and vocabulary while speaking. Students write journal entries, original poetry, short stories, responses to and summaries of audio, video and readings, as well as compositions and essays relating to course content. The use of films by Hispanic and Latine filmmakers and presentations from guest speakers strengthen students’ listening comprehension skills, expand students’ cultural knowledge and provide the opportunity to make comparisons and connections between cultures as well as a platform for analysis and discussion. Students further develop their cultural competence, communicative skills and creativity through the study of art, literature, current events, country profiles and cultural readings. Designed for students who are particularly motivated to build command of the language and are willing to devote additional time and effort on a regular basis, Spanish IV Honors requires active participation and use of Spanish at all times for an immersion experience in the classroom. The Honors section covers grammar, vocabulary, and additional content at a deeper level and different pace than Spanish IV. The goal of this course is for students to better understand themselves and the world around them, feel confident in their use of the Spanish language and to spark an interest in further study at or beyond St. George’s.

SPA 500 and 501, 502 SPANISH V-1, 2 Prerequisites: Spanish IV, IV (H), may be taken apart or consecutively.

Spanish V is an intermediate course offered to students in their final year of Spanish study at St. George’s and to students who would benefit from further practice prior to enrolling in Spanish VI Honors or our advanced courses.

In this class, students review previously acquired language structures as they discuss the geography, history, culture, art, and current events of the countries in the Spanish-speaking world. Other topics of study include the Hispanic and Latinx identities, immigration, biculturalism and the diversity among the customs and beliefs of the peoples of Hispanic and Latinx descent. In Spanish V, students develop reading and writing proficiency through the use of texts and authentic materials. They refine their conversational skills through interviews and interactions with native Spanish speakers, as well as through continuous participation in discussions, debates, research projects, and formal presentations. Students are required to participate actively using the target language at all times in order to provide and partake in an immersion experience in the classroom. Note: Students may take either semester (501 or 502) or both as a yearlong course (500). Those who aspire to enroll in Spanish V Advanced, Spanish VI Honors or Spanish VI Advanced must commit to 500 as a yearlong course.

SPA 510/A SPANISH V (A) Prerequisite: Spanish IV (H) or III (H) by invitation. Department approval required.

This yearlong college-level course is designed to improve students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills as well as their cultural competence. In addition to a comprehensive review of the grammar studied in previous courses, students will read short works by a variety of literary masters, including but not limited to Cortázar, Borges, García Lorca, and Guillén. Furthermore, weekly presentations on current events in Latin America and Spain promote cultural understanding and serve as subject matter for both discussion and essay writing. Authentic recorded materials and films are used to complement this course, so as to further develop listening comprehension. Students also record their own short presentations and write comparative essays as well as shorter written pieces, with a focus on both formal and informal communication. Candidates for this class are expected to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the language, as well as a general knowledge of the history, literature, customs and values of the Hispanic world and Latinx communities. For students who wish to take the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture exam in May, supplementary materials will be recommended

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SPA 610/H and 611/H, 612/H SPANISH VI (H) Prerequisite: Spanish 500, 501 and/or 502 , 510/A, each semester of Spanish VI/H may be taken apart (SPA611H or 612H) or consecutively (610H). Department approval required.

The main goal of this course is to promote a global understanding of the social, cultural and historical aspects of the Spanish–speaking world as students continue to develop their reading, writing and conversational skills. The course is divided into distinct units that include the study of history and culture of a variety of regions in the Spanish-speaking world. Overarching course themes may include ancient civilizations, colonialism, independence and dictatorships, racism, immigration, women’s and indigenous rights, and other contemporary issues. Course materials include articles, short stories, poetry, plays, podcasts, and films. The class is taught exclusively in Spanish.

Students may take either or both semesters. Note: Students may take just the first semester (611H), just the second semester (612H) or both as a yearlong course (610H).

SPA 620/A SPANISH VI (A) Prerequisite: Spanish Language (A). Department approval required.

This yearlong course is designed for advanced students who have successfully completed Spanish 510/A Advanced or who have been recommended by the teachers of the Spanish department. Our purpose is to instill a passion and love for the literature and culture of Spain and Latin America in our students and to help them communicate with fluidity and composure while analyzing the historical readings, literature and art studied in class. Students learn research techniques and write formal essays and research papers in Spanish. The reading list consists of many of the works selected by the College Board for the AP Spanish Literature and Culture exam. For students who wish to take the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature and Culture exam in May, supplementary materials will be recommended by the teacher. We also continue to develop the students’ grammar and vocabulary skills as they are necessary for verbal and written communication and literary analysis. The class is taught exclusively in Spanish.

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH MATHEMATICS MTH 110 ALGEBRA I This yearlong course in algebra is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of the properties and operations associated with real numbers. The course content includes the study of the real number system, linear functions and their graphs, solving linear systems and inequalities, quadratic functions, exponents, radicals, polynomial functions, factoring, and applied problem solving. Students are required to have a graphing calculator.

If they receive the approval of the STEM Department, students who take Algebra I in the third form may take both Geometry and Algebra II in their fourth-form year or may complete an approved summer Geometry course.

MTH 210 GEOMETRY Prerequisite: Algebra I. Can be taken as a summer course with department approval.

This yearlong course in Euclidean Geometry investigates the definitions, postulates and theorems of two- and three-dimensional figures. During the fall, study will focus on the building blocks of geometry; the various shapes and their properties, angles, parallel lines, as well as using geometric software to investigate patterns and make conjectures. Writing mathematical proofs will also be introduced. The course will include advanced study of polygons, circles and area formulas as well as the study of solid geometry, similarity and an introduction to trigonometry. The concepts of logical reasoning, problem solving skills, as well as organizational skills will be stressed throughout the year. This course can be taken as a summer course with departmental approval.

MTH 220/H GEOMETRY (H) Prerequisite: Algebra I with department approval.

This yearlong honors course includes all of the elements of MTH 210, though has a limited number of seats available, requires more and deeper preparation by students and advances at a faster pace. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the honors section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 300 INTRO ALGEBRA II Prerequisite: Geometry.

This full-year course builds on key components of Algebra I and Geometry by presenting the fundamental concepts necessary to prepare for Precalculus. Students review the real number system, linear functions and their graphs, quadratics, exponents and polynomial functions, factoring and applied problem solving. Students will also encounter new material in the graphing of polynomial functions; exponential and logarithmic functions, and the complex number system. Use of graphing calculators is required.

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MTH 310 ALGEBRA II Prerequisite (or corequisite, with department approval): Geometry.

In this second-year algebra course, students review and expand the study of real numbers begun in Algebra I. Students learn how to solve polynomial equations of increasing complexity and to apply their solutions to “real world” situations. New topics explored in Algebra II include graphing polynomial functions, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions and the complex number system. Students enhance their understanding of the important features of graphing calculators.

MTH 320/H ALGEBRA II (H) Pre/corequisite: Geometry with department approval.

This yearlong honors course includes all of the elements of Math 310, though has a limited number of seats available, requires more and deeper preparation by students and advances at a faster pace. This honors section of Algebra II covers conic sections, counting principles and probability and sequences and series as time permits.

Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the honors section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 400 INTRO PRECALCULUS Prerequisite: Intro Algebra II. This course unifies topics previously studied in algebra and geometry. In this course, students will study trigonometric functions, their graphs, inverses and applications and synthesize trigonometric functions with a review of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. The final portion of the course will be devoted to the study of some advanced topics in precalculus. Graphing calculators are required for this course. Completion of MTH 400 satisfies the requirement for graduation from St. George’s School.

MTH 410 PRECALCULUS Prerequisites: Algebra II or department approval.

This course unifies topics previously studied in algebra and geometry and provides the foundation needed to support future coursework in calculus, discrete mathematics and statistics. In this course, students will review linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, study trigonometric functions, their graphs, inverses and applications and examine advanced topics in precalculus to include a focus on sequences and series, probability, topics in analytic geometry and limits. Graphing calculators are required for this course.

Completion of MTH 410 satisfies the mathematics requirement for graduation from St. George’s School.

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MTH 420/H PRECALCULUS (H) Prerequisite: Algebra II (H) with department approval.

This yearlong honors course includes all of the elements of MTH 410, though has a limited number of seats available, requires more and deeper preparation by students and advances at a faster pace. This course unifies topics previously studied in algebra and geometry and provides the foundation needed to support future coursework in calculus, discrete mathematics and statistics. Graphing calculators are required for this course.

Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the honors section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so. Completion of MTH 420 satisfies the mathematics requirement for graduation from St. George’s School.

MTH 500 STATISTICS Prerequisite: any level of Precalculus.

In the world today, more and more decisions affecting the course of our lives are based, at least in part, on the results of statistical analysis. In this yearlong course, students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: exploring and describing data, planning a statistical study, using probability to anticipate patterns in data and statistical inference. This course focuses on the statistical thinking behind data gathering and interpretation and helps students become more discerning consumers of statistics, teaching them to look closely at what numbers from surveys, election polls and medical studies really show. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

MTH 510/A STATISTICS (A) Prerequisite: Precalculus with department approval.

The purpose of this yearlong course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: exploring and describing data, planning a statistical study, using probability to anticipate patterns in data, and statistical inference. Specific topics to be covered include descriptive statistics, data collection, linear regression, experimental design, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and tests of significance. A graphing calculator is used extensively, and students are exposed to statistical software. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 520 QUANTITATIVE REASONING Prerequisite: any level of Precalculus.

This yearlong course will give students an opportunity to continue to build their mathematical foundation while considering, on a deeper level, how it applies to the world around them, developing their conceptual understanding of the math concepts they’ve learned to this point. It will include a focus on topics like proportional reasoning, modeling, finance, and logic. Students will engage in problem-solving while strengthening their ability to communicate mathematically. They will consider real-world data and will attempt to use quantitative reasoning to better understand society and the world in which they live.

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MTH 600 CALCULUS Prerequisite: Precalculus in the year immediately prior or department approval.

Calculus brings together the information and skills learned in previous courses and applies that knowledge to solve a wide variety of different problems. The yearlong course begins with the study of limits, advances through differentiation and concludes with integration. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Should a student wish to enroll in this course and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 610/A AB CALCULUS (A) Prerequisite: Precalculus in the year immediately prior and department approval.

Calculus AB is a yearlong course in the calculus of a single variable. This course includes the study of limits, derivatives and integrals, and their applications. Students are exposed to concepts, problems and solutions in graphical, numerical, analytical and verbal form. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in this advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 620/A BC CALCULUS (A) Prerequisite: Precalculus (H) or AB Calculus in the year immediately prior and department approval.

Calculus BC is an extended version of the yearlong AB course. AB and BC Calculus contain common topics but the BC course covers additional topics such as parametric equations, vectors, and Taylor series. Students are exposed to concepts, problems, and solutions in graphical, numerical, analytical and verbal form. A graphing calculated is required for this course. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in this advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

MTH 630/A MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS (A) Prerequisite: AB or BC Calculus and department approval.

This yearlong course is intended for students who successfully complete BC Calculus before their senior year.

Exceptionally strong AB Calculus students will also be considered. This course extends the fundamental concepts of calculus to functions of more than one variable. Vectors and curves in two or more dimensions, double and triple integrals, line integrals, surface integrals, Stokes Theorem, and Green’s Theorem are among the topics covered.

Students will make extensive use of appropriate software and online resources throughout the course. Enrollment in this course requires approval from the department.

MTH 641/A DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (A) - fall semester course Open to fifth-and sixth-form by invitation. Prerequisite: Multivariable Calculus.

This semester course is intended for students who have completed Multivariable Calculus. Topics covered include: Basic concepts and definitions, direction fields; First Order Differential Equations including: linear equations, separable equations, exact equations, Bernoulli differential equations, substitutions, Intervals of validity, modeling with first order differential equations, equilibrium solutions, Euler’s Method; Second Order Differential Equations including: basic concepts, real and distinct roots, complex roots, repeated roots, reduction of order, fundamental

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sets of solutions, the Wronskian; Nonhomogeneous Differential Equations, including: method of undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, mechanical vibrations, Laplace Transforms; Inverse Laplace Transforms.

MTH 642/A LINEAR ALGEBRA (A) - spring semester course Department approval required.

The course is an advanced course on Linear Algebra and covers the following topics: Vectors and Matrices, Vector and Matrix Operations, Linear Independence and Dependence of Vectors, Homogeneous and Nonhomogeneous Systems, Determinants and Invertibility of Matrices, Vector Spaces and Subspaces, Eigenvectors and Eigenvalues and Diagonalization. The course also focuses on the following skills: Communication using mathematical language, matrix manipulation, multidimensional thinking and geometric interpretations of multidimensional spaces.

COMPUTER SCIENCE COM 400 COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FOR PROBLEM SOLVING This yearlong introductory computer science course serves as an introduction to computer programming, allowing students to develop an understanding of programming as a tool for problem solving, across disciplines. Students learn to code using Python and apply these skills to scientific and mathematical investigations, as well as using it as a means to examine and tackle social challenges on a global and local level.

COM 500 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE This yearlong course is a comprehensive introduction to computer science and programming that aims to provide an in-depth look at computational thinking and socially responsible computer science. The course will examine the intent and impact of computer technology through scientific, social, cultural, and economic lenses, with a focus on app development. You will actively examine and participate in the process of technological innovation through a combination of computer programming, research, writing, debate and presentation experiences. This course aims to ensure that you leave St. George’s with a solid understanding of the digital world and how you might leverage technology to examine problems and create solutions in a socially responsible way.

COM 600/A COMPUTER PROGRAMMING (A) Prerequisite: COM400 or COM500 or department approval.

Advanced Computer Programming is an introductory college-level computer science course designed for students who already have an understanding of basic computer programming. Students will learn the syntax for the Java programming language and explore more advanced programming topics. This course will include a focus on modular programming, writing lean code for efficient programs, developing understanding of and appreciation for documentation and testing and the connection between mathematics and programming. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

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SCIENCE BIO 210 BIOLOGY This is a yearlong course designed to introduce students to the study of living organisms and the skills required for scientific investigation. Students explore topics including evolutionary, molecular, and ecological aspects of the life processes. The expectation is to cover themes that include the scientific method, biochemistry, cell structure, functions and processes, energy, genetics, and anatomy and physiology. Laboratory work is an important element of this course and serves as a method to reinforce and introduce biological concepts and skills.

BIO 220/H BIOLOGY (H) Requires department approval.

Honors biology is a survey course where we explore the living world at many levels (molecular, cellular, organismal and ecological.) Evolution is the thread that holds biology together and will be the main theme of the course. We will begin with a prebiotic planet Earth and culminate with modern lifeforms. Climate change is dramatically changing the biosphere and is central to the evolution of today’s organisms. Topics include: biochemistry, cells, energetics, reproduction and inheritance, evolution, anatomy and physiology of plants and animals and ecology.

The pace of the course is rigorous. Students are expected to have (develop) strong, independent study skills.

Students will be placed into this course by the department.

BIO 420/A BIOLOGY (A) Prerequisite: Chemistry, Biology (H). Requires departmental approval.

Advanced biology gives students the opportunity to be a scientist; to do science. In this course, students will build a foundation using four big ideas: 1. The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life. 2. Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, reproduce, and maintain dynamic homeostasis. 3.

Living systems store, retrieve, transmit, and respond to information essential to life processes. 4. Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties. Lab work is central to the course and students will gain independence and autonomy in the lab.

CHM 310 CHEMISTRY Open to fourth-and fifth-form. Pre/corequisite: Algebra II. Can be taken as a summer course with department approval.

How do fireworks work? Can you eat enough bananas to get radiation poisoning? How can you identify an unknown substance? Chemistry allows students to gain a better understanding of the world around them through the study of matter and the changes it undergoes. In this course, students explore the structure of and interactions between atoms and molecules in a way that allows them to explain observations made on the macroscopic level.

Topics covered include atomic models, chemical bonding, and quantitative relationships in chemical equations.

Conceptual work within the classroom is supplemented with laboratory experiments designed to enhance student understanding and problem-solving skills. This course can be taken as a summer course with departmental approval.

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CHM 320/H CHEMISTRY (H) Open to fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-form with departmental approval. Pre/corequisite: Algebra II. The study of chemistry allows students to better understand how the world around them works by exploring the links between the sub-microscopic world and processes occurring on the human scale. Students taking honors chemistry at St. George’s School receive a rigorous practical and theoretical background in the fundamentals of this subject. Key topics include atomic and electronic structure, states of matter, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, reaction kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. Learning within the classroom is supplemented by work in the laboratory, a customized online textbook, and other web-based resources. Honors Chemistry differs from CHM 310 in that it places a larger emphasis on the quantitative aspects of the subject and covers many topics in greater depth. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the honors section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

CHM 420/A CHEMISTRY (A) Open to fifth-and sixth-form with departmental approval. Prerequisite: Algebra II and one year of Chemistry.

Advanced Chemistry at St. George's is designed to build upon the fundamentals addressed in a first-year high school chemistry course. In this course, more advanced chemistry concepts are investigated through the lens of global climate change. By exploring topics such as thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and acid-base equilibria, students are able to gain a better understanding of one of the biggest challenges facing their world. The course's laboratory component allows students to apply the knowledge they gained within the classroom and also build experimental design, problem-solving, and scientific writing skills. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

PHY 410 PHYSICS Open to fifth-and sixth-form with departmental approval. Prerequisite: Algebra II. This course includes a thorough development of Newtonian Mechanics leading to other topics in physics, like fluids.

All topics in this course are investigated in both the class and laboratory settings. Projects and original design exercises will lead students to understand and better appreciate the physical world from a rigorous scientific perspective.

PHY 460/A PHYSICS 1 (A) Open to fifth-and sixth-form with departmental approval. Pre/corequisite: Algebra II (H).

Advanced Physics 1 provides a faster paced and more quantitatively-oriented introduction to general physics, with extensive opportunity for design and inquiry-based laboratory experimentation and application of concepts to the real world. Topics include Newton’s Laws, energy, momentum, motion and mechanical waves. Advanced Physics 1 is considered equivalent to the first semester of an algebra-based college physics course. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

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PHY 480/A PHYSICS C (A) Open to fifth-and sixth-form with departmental approval. Prerequisite: Calculus.

What is the best angle at which a punter should kick a football? How can you simulate the weightlessness of a space orbit? The study of physics allows students to better understand the world around them by exploring the behavior of matter, energy, and forces. In Advanced Physics C, students learn a rigorous approach to college-level, calculus-based physics. Over the course of the year, the class addresses topics entered in classical mechanics. The course is equivalent to the first semester of physics taken by engineers and physics majors. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

SCI 331, 332 MARINE SCIENCE - fall semester course and spring semester course Open to fourth-, fifth-and sixth-form. Automatic enrollment for Geronimo crew members, and counts as an additional course.

This semester course is taught on board Geronimo during the school year. It is largely experiential and unique to each voyage track - incorporating elements of navigation and seamanship, marine ecology and oceanography. The core of the Geronimo experience is building the seamanship and navigation skills to serve as crew on an ocean-going sailing vessel, while learning lessons in leadership and collaboration. Topics are introduced in a class setting, and then skills are executed and built while on watch. In navigation, we will start with a foundation of basic coastal piloting and progress to celestial navigation as time allows, giving students a strong foundation in traditional navigation. Part of the course will closely relate to our geographic location and could include components of marine ecology, oceanography and meteorology, along with historical and cultural investigations. Sailing on board Geronimo will afford you a unique perspective for comparing different marine ecosystems and cultures. We will employ hands-on explorations whenever possible. This course is also designed to help you gain a better understanding of our interconnectedness with the marine environment and to develop an appreciation for the role of the ocean on a global scale.

SCI 411, 412 MARINE BIOLOGY - fall semester course and spring semester course Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry.

This semester course is designed for students with an interest in marine biology and oceanography and provides an excellent background for students who are interested in further study of the oceans and the organisms that inhabit it. Estuarine, coastal and marine environments and the organisms that inhabit these environments are studied in this course. The technology needed to monitor and maintain marine ecosystems is practiced in the lab and in the field. Readings from scientific journals and the internet will supplement class lectures. Offered both semesters.

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SCI 420/A ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (A) Prerequisites: Biology and either Chemistry or Physics, with departmental approval.

The Advanced Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of an introductory college course in environmental science. Its goal is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary and encompasses a wide array of topics, ranging from ecology to politics and policy. While the sociological and political aspects of environmental science are addressed in this course, the Advanced Environmental Science curriculum places a primary emphasis upon scientific principles and analysis. The course is built upon six central themes: science is a process; energy conversions underlie all ecological processes; the Earth itself is one interconnected system; humans alter natural systems; environmental problems have a cultural and social context; and human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems. The objective of this course is to explore the connections within and between the natural and human worlds under the context of these six themes. Enrollment in this course is based upon recommendation from the department. Should a student wish to enroll in the advanced section and it was not recommended for them, they will need approval from the department chair to do so.

SCI 441 DNA SCIENCE - fall semester course Open to fifth-and sixth-form. Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry.

This semester course is for the student interested in further exploration of the most influential molecule on the planet. The molecular structure of DNA and the central dogma of biology (DNA_RNA_Protein) introduces the course and lays the foundation for the study of genetic engineering in modern biology labs. Students perform DNA extractions from multiple sources. Students will become proficient at bacterial transformations fragmenting and splicing of DNA, DNA cloning and DNA fingerprinting. Applications in bioinformatics, forensics, genetic testing and evolutionary biology are explored. This course will be offered in the fall semester.

SCI 442 BOTANY - spring semester course Open to fifth- and sixth-form or with departmental approval. Prerequisite: Biology.

Plants are much more interesting than one might think. Often relegated to the last chapters of biology textbooks, plants are getting a second look as demonstrated by the success of recent NY Times best-seller, The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. Rather than rehashing photosynthesis from freshman biology, this course will focus on plant anatomy and physiology. How do plants communicate – internally and with other plants? How can plants regenerate an entire new plant from a small cutting or even from a lump of cells? Imagine if humans had this ability! There will be extensive use of greenhouse and local specimens in this lab-oriented course. This course will be offered in the spring semester.

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