COURSE CATALOG



Middle School Courses 4569101113High School Courses 181923242630333744515253555658596062646670Additional Options & Resources
English Health, PE, & Wellness
History & Social Studies Math Science World Language Electives English
Personal Development Wellbeing History & Social Studies Math Science Visual & Performing Arts World Language Electives School Profile Learning Lab Mini Courses Services Endorsements
MS History Sequences
HS Math & Science Progressions Math Sequences
UC Approved Courses NCAA Core Courses Middle School Course Index High School Course Index
To meet different student goals and aspirations, we offer three course levels: essential, college prep, and honors. The levels vary in subject matter and difficulty, and prepare students in different ways:
Essential courses have modified rigor yet include all course content.
Middle School courses taken at the “p” level are designed to prepare them for secondary study within the course content and discipline. High School courses taken at the “P” level are college prep courses - designed to prepare students for higher study within course content or discipline.
Honors courses are designed to challenge students beyond the college prep level and result in a weighted GPA. Enrollment in an Honors course requires a grade of B or higher in prior course discipline coursework.
One level courses are accessible to all students and are only offered at this one curriculum level.
It is the policy of Fusion Academy not to rank its students on the basis of academic performance. As an educational institution, we are committed to prioritizing learning goals and providing grades that represent their individual progress. Fusion Academy uses an alpha system to evaluate its students’ academic achievement.
• Independent PE • Community Minds • Study Skills • Learning Lab
English 6 students develop skills in reading, literary analysis, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and writing. While the focus of English 6 will be on expository texts, students will also read short stories, novels, mythology, drama, and poetry.
306 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
English 7 students focus on grammar, literature, and spelling. Vocabulary will be taught using an integrated approach. Literature includes short stories, nonfiction, the novel, mythology, folk tales, drama, and poetry. Grammar units will include parts of speech, parts of a sentence, kinds of sentences, fragments, run-ons, subject-verb agreement, verb usage, comparison of adjectives and adverbs, and essay writing in the four writing modes.
307 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
8th grade English primarily emphasizes the careful reading and analysis of literature from various literary genres. Students also gain further experience in narrative, descriptive, and essay writing. Students continue to develop their vocabulary and refine their understanding and use of formal English grammar and mechanics.
308 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course coincides with English 6. Students are introduced to a variety of writing styles and practice composing their own informative, narrative, and argumentative texts to demonstrate a strong understanding of English conventions and language devices. Poetry will also be a focus as students will engage in creative expression through a variety of poetic styles. Students’ writing will be further supported by grammar studies.
306L | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course is a continuation of MS Language Arts 6 and coincides with English 7. The purpose of this course is to provide instruction and practice in grammar, spelling, and writing related to language arts, reading, and writing. In Language Arts, students continue to develop an appreciation of spoken and written language, expand their use of descriptive words and complex sentences, as well as their choices of modes of writing. Students use oral language, written language, and media and technology for expressive, informational, argumentative, critical, and literary purposes. Students use the stages of the writing process to write clear, coherent compositions that apply and further develop their knowledge of the grammatical rules and standards of the English language.
307L | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course is a continuation of MS Language Arts 7 and coincides with English 8. Students will continue to explore various types of writing styles, including informative, narrative, and argumentative, in addition to creative writing through poetry. A focus will be on vocabulary development and the use of formal conventions of communicating. Grammar studies will support the development of students’ command of the English language.
308L | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course is designed to introduce students, safely and accessibly, to the basics of skateboarding, paddle boarding, or surfing. The aim of this course is to promote exercise to those who are interested in learning the basics of these board sports.
1009 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This one-to-one course is designed to equip students to make a successful transition from the physical education instructional program to participation in physical activity for life. 1041, 1042, 1043 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This group physical education course explores the benefits of physical activity, how being physically fit can help mental well-being, and how effective and appropriate movement affect wellness.
1006, 1007, 1008 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Students acquire the health information and skills necessary to become healthy young adults and learn about behaviors in which they should and should not participate.
1010 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Students may enroll in an off-campus independent PE. This course must be supervised and documented by a fitness expert for the requisite number of hours per semester 1000, 1001, 1002 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course allows students to learn and practice: physical postures (asana), discussion, readings, meditations, and hands-on activities to help the student understand all aspects of the art and practice of Hatha Yoga.
1003, 1004, 1005 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the significant ideas that shape America, and their life. The course examines early history of American Democracy, the nuts and bolts of our government, Civil Rights, and the responsibilities of citizenship. Additional content includes an overview of the complex economy we live in, how it operates, and how you can make positive decisions as a consumer along with United States foreign policy.
405 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students study the ideas, issues, and events from the framing of the Constitution up to the Industrial Revolution. After reviewing the development of America’s democratic institutions, particularly the shaping of the Constitution, students trace the development of American politics, society, culture, and economy and relate them to the emergence of major regional differences.
406 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Middle school students expand their understanding of history by studying the people and events that ushered in the dawn of the major Western and non-Western ancient civilizations. Geography is of special significance in the development of the human story. Continued emphasis is placed on the everyday lives, problems, and accomplishments of people, their role in developing social, economic, and political structures, as well as in establishing and spreading ideas that helped transform the world into the present.
409 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Middle school students expand their understanding of history by studying the people and events that ushered in the dawn of the major Western and non-Western ancient civilizations.
402 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students study the social, cultural, and technological changes that occurred in Europe, Africa, and Asia in the years 500 A.D. through the Age of Exploration while incorporating elements of how our modern governments were founded. After reviewing the ancient world and the ways in which archaeologists and historians uncover the past, students study the history and geography of great civilizations that were developing concurrently throughout the world during medieval and early modern times.
401 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Modern Geography examines people, places, and environments on local, regional, national and international scales in contemporary society. Students are provided the opportunity to study the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies including the Americas, Europe, Russia, Australia, and the Pacific.
419 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students study the ideas, issues, and events from the Second Industrial Revolution through the present. They make connections between the rise of industrialization and contemporary social and economic conditions.
407 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Modern Geography examines people, places, and environments on local, regional, national and international scales in contemporary society. Students are provided the opportunity to study the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies including the Americas, Europe, Russia, Australia, and the Pacific.
416 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Modern Geography examines people, places, and environments on local, regional, national and international scales in contemporary society. Students are provided the opportunity to study the influence of individuals and groups on historical and contemporary events in those societies including Africa, and Asia.
417 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course follows the early Georgian history to the present. Students discover the role Georgia played in the founding of the United States and how the state continues to develop.
401 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students study ideas, issues, and events from the early settlement of Minnesota through Modern Times. Students learn about the conflicts between early settlers and Native American populations, trace the development and understandings of the original inhabitants of Minnesota and how they shaped the history, politics, society, culture, and economy of the state. Also covered is study of the history of the industrial, agricultural, mining and political development of Minnesota from the 1800s through present times.
174 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students participate in an in-depth analysis of the state’s beginnings and the impact of North Carolina’s government on the U.S. as a whole. Students delve into the founding of North Carolina and its relationship with Great Britain from 1729 through the present day.
415 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course encourages Texas students to explore all facets of Texas history, from early explorers to present-day. Students learn about the variety of people who have helped to shape the state of Texas. The course will examine how the land and the people adapted and changed through Revolution, Republic, Statehood, Civil War, Reconstruction and New Constitution.
403 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
In Washington State History, students study the history of Washington as it applies to geographic, political, economic, and cultural perspectives.
420 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
MS Math Course 1 is the first of two courses in an integrated middle school mathematics sequence designed to prepare students for Pre-Algebra. The content present in the course covers five main areas of mathematics: ratios and proportional reasoning, the number system, expressions and equations, geometry, and statistics. Students begin to extend their knowledge of arithmetic with whole numbers to numbers including fractions and decimals. They also explore the fundamental aspects of algebra involving the concept of a variable and solving one-step equations, especially in the context of real-world applications.
106 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students work more closely with fractions in this course as they begin to develop an understanding of all operations with rational numbers extending into solving more complex linear equations. This broadens their view of the number system and allows for connections to previous courses. There is a heavy emphasis on real-world applications in relation to percent, scale drawings, and area/volume concepts.
107 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: MS Course 1 or placement | p e
MS Pre-Algebra prepares students for Algebra 1. The course covers five main areas of mathematics: the number system, expressions and equations, functions, geometry, and statistics and probability. Students extend their fundamental knowledge of algebraic concepts to include the concept of a function, and to extrapolate to make predictions using data.
108 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: MS Course 2 or placement | p e
MS Algebra 1 is a foundational math course that focuses both on computational competency and conceptual understanding with application. Topics include solving, graphing, and describing diverse equations, linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, exponents and exponential functions, quadratic and polynomial functions, and data analysis.
111 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: MS Pre-Algebra or placement | p e
Each year of the middle school Integrated Science sequence covers topics in Earth, Life, and Physical science, as well as integrates technology and lab skills. Students learn about matter, energy, the Earth’s surface and structure, oceans, weather and climate, and the biosphere in this first year of middle school lab science.
216 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Each year of the middle school Integrated Science sequence covers topics in Earth, Life, and Physical science, as well as integrates technology and lab skills. Students learn about the cell and human body systems, ecology, human impact on Earth, and the electromagnetic spectrum in this second year of middle school lab science.
217 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Each year of the middle school Integrated Science sequence covers topics in Earth, Life, and Physical science, as well as integrates technology and lab skills. Students learn about matter, energy, forces, reactions, weather, heredity, and space in this third year of middle school lab science.
218 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
The Middle School Earth Science course assists students in becoming life-long learners who grow in their understanding of the world. This course connects students to the beauty of geological history, the amazing landforms around the globe, the nature of the sea and air, and the newest discoveries about our universe, it gives students an opportunity to relate to their everyday world.
206 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course sparks students’ curiosity in discovering the interconnectedness and diversity of our living world. All the units in the course will include a focus on: biological and environmental literacy, authentic laboratory experiences, determining the validity of claims, participating in citizen science, designing new studies based on their questions, and methods of analyzing their collected data.
207 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students will learn the basics behind core ideas in the physical sciences – physics, chemistry, astronomy, and life sciences. The performance expectations blend the core ideas with scientific and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts to support students in developing usable knowledge to explain real world phenomena, master scientific practices, and develop skill sets that are transferable into future studies.
208 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
MS American Sign Language is designed to introduce students to the language and culture of the Deaf community. Students will engage in a wide variety of activities that introduce basic vocabulary, grammar and writing in ASL gloss, as well as explore the similarities and differences between Deaf and hearing communities.
046 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the basics of the language and the cultures that speak the language, assuming that the students have minimal or no prior knowledge of the language and culture. It addresses four areas of language development: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Students that complete this course will be prepared for further successful study in high school French with a strong foundation in the language.
026 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course engages students in the basics of the Japanese language and provides them with the opportunity to gain life-long learning skills and prepare for higher education, while allowing them to broaden their foreign language skills. It encourages students to explore themselves and their potential, and to develop a rich and broad understanding of the Japanese language and culture.
036 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
The purpose of this course is to provide a middle school student with a solid foundation to move forward to high school Latin or any other Romance language. Students engaged in this course will become familiar with the very basics of Latin from pronunciation to parts of speech and declensions.
090 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students taking this course will be given tools to effectively study the Mandarin language. Focus is placed on building understanding of the construction of Chinese characters rather than memorizing specific characters themselves. Students will learn pronunciation by studying the proper way to read pinyin, giving them the ability to correctly pronounce all vocabulary they will encounter in the future. Students will also practice looking up the meaning and pronunciation of unfamiliar Chinese words, and how to effectively use resources to translate between English and Mandarin independently.
080 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
In MS Spanish, students learn the basics of the Spanish language. Students will become skilled in using conversational phrases, including greetings, introductions, and the expression of feelings. Fundamental Spanish grammatical concepts will also be covered. During this course, care will be taken to explain differences and similarities between the English and Spanish languages and hispanophone cultures, preparing them for further study in high school.
016 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
MS German introduces students to reading, listening, writing, speaking, and culture in introductory German for a strong foundation for language development. As a result of their time in the course, students are prepared to transition smoothly into HS German.
050 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course focuses on the fun and practical applications of any language. Technical aspects of any language are covered to improve communication, and cultural aspects are emphasized to promote effective language use and interaction. Students should have background in a world language, or take this concurrently with a language course.
096 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Do you like to draw, paint, or take pictures? Whatever medium you prefer, this course will teach you the design elements and principles needed to create a work of art and explore your artistic inspirations. You’ll also travel back in time to look at art in different cultures and learn about the art of critiquing. Let’s turn your creative dreams into reality!
709 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Middle School Art 6, 7, 8 are introductory courses where students will engage with a variety of creative projects in order to develop artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural content, aesthetic valuing, connections between life and art, and how art exists in our daily lives.
706, 707, 708 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
How do you pick a career path when you’re not sure what’s even out there? This course allows you to begin exploring options in fields such as teaching, business, government, hospitality, health science, IT, and more! You’ll align your interests, wants, and needs to career possibilities, including the required education for each. Let’s find a pathway that works for you.
712 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Do you find yourself wondering how your favorite apps, websites, and games were made? Maybe you want to try building your own. Well, now you can! In Middle School Coding 1a, you will get an introduction to the basics of computer science, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python. You’ll leave the course with a portfolio of work you can show off.
609 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students learn tangible skills for social interactions through interactive lesson plans, projects and integrations of skills and concepts in the Homework Cafe®. Students learn social cues, how to navigate gray areas with various people, how to build and maintain friendships, and how to recognize the impact their behavior has on others around them.
710 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Middle School Computers 6, 7, 8 introduce students to safe and proper usage of computers, related technology, and the internet. These classes cover fundamentals of hardware, an introduction to the technical aspects of how a computer physically works, and software, such as Microsoft Office. These courses explore and clarify a lot of “computer terms” such as memory, storage, or processing, and is a great course for a student looking for an introduction to computer basics.
606, 607, 608 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
The world is filled with so many different forms of art – including digital art. In this course, you’ll explore this special genre of art found in everything from advertising to animation to photography and beyond. Additionally, you’ll tap into your creative side to create digital art and make it come alive!
709 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
We use technology to communicate with friends and family, find never-ending entertainment options and do our schoolwork. Discover what it means to be a responsible digital citizen, expand your digital literacy, and become a successful online student. Consider the best ways to find, create, and share information, learn to maximize information and communication technologies, and explore digital content creation, from emails and blogs to social media, videos, and podcasts.
719 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
MS Digital Photography 6, 7, 8
Middle School Digital Photography 6, 7, 8 introduce students to visual arts practices through digital photography, including instruction in proper use of a DSLR and editing software. Students learn and use basic terminology, elements of art, and principles of design to grow in their proficiency with the medium.
703, 704, 705 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Are you interested in business, leading people, or making decisions to help a business be successful? While there are many different career choices in the field of business, in this course, you’ll discover options such as management, human resources, business operations, information management, and accounting. Explore the skills you’ll need, common tasks, the technology used, and characteristics of various business careers.
713 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Where do healthcare workers spend their days? What do they really do? From cruise ships to sports arenas, you can find healthcare workers in many places that you might not expect. Explore this field, including what it would be like to work in a medical lab. Learn what it takes to keep you and your patients safe, and begin to learn about the human body and basic first-aid.
714 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Are you interested in creating a website or app, or managing various technology solutions, but not sure where to start? If so, then it’s time to explore the different career options available to you in IT and learn the foundations of IT to get you started. Examine various IT pathways of web and digital communications, information and support services, network systems, and programming and software development. Let’s investigate which career pathway is right for you!
716 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
We love to play video games, but have you ever wanted to build your own? If you are interested in a career in technology but also want a creative outlet, Game Design might be the field for you. Learn how to build a game from the ground up in this interactive and hands-on course that will teach you all the ins and outs of making your own game.
717 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Are you someone who likes to write to get the story straight? Skilled journalists know how to find key facts and write them up in a way that makes it easy for others to read. In this course, you’ll learn how to ask the right questions, how to gather information effectively, organize ideas, format stories, and edit your articles. Get ready to break that news!
718 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Middle school music students gain a broad understanding of music and how it is used as a language of human expression. A large emphasis is placed on music history and exposing the students to music of diverse cultures and genres. 906, 907, 908 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Talk to your DSD to see what creative solutions your campus may offer.
8888 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Fusion Mini Courses are 2.5 credit, one level courses that expose a student to speciality curriculum that allows them to discover and develop a new passion. Mini courses are perfect for third-term enrollment.
Language is a portal to other ways of seeing the world and the people the live in it. In this Mini Course, explore a variety of languages and discover new cultures and patterns of communication.
1992 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Discover the world of science in your daily life through this Science in Real Life Mini Course. Students question, model, collect data and have fun as they apply the steps of scientific experimentation to solve real-world problems.
1991 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Welcome, writers! In this Mini Course, students will learn story structure and key elements of storytelling. Using their imagination as a guide, students will move through the writing process as they create an original short story.
1994 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Students explore and experience creative expression through art. With a focus on drawing, painting, lettering, perspective, and the world of crafts, students are exposed a variety of mediums to discover their unique perspective as an artist.
1993 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Don’t see the Mini Course you’re looking for? Talk to your DSD to see what creative solutions your campus may offer.
1995 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Students develop foundational skills in speaking, listening and academic research while developing and honing reading comprehension and language usage skills.
311 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
English 10 students continue to develop literacy-related skills including: speaking and listening, academic research, higher-order reading comprehension, language usage, and written and rhetorical literary analysis. Students exercise critical thinking through the reading and analysis of various works of literature and multiple short- and extended-length writing assignments.
312 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Students hone their emerging comprehension, analysis, and writing skills through a study of literature while incorporating a variety of writing styles including creative writing and personal essays.
313 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
English 12 students achieve mastery of the skills related to listening and speaking, academic research, higher-order reading comprehension, language usage and writing, literary analysis, and critical thinking. Students study classical literature and modern works. Students engage in the cycle of writing, workshopping, and revising required of writers in order to produce polished final works.
314 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Personal Development courses support the development of a student’s capabilities and potential in the areas of general career readiness, physical health & fitness, and academics.
This course is designed to introduce students, safely and accessibly, to the basics of skateboarding, paddle boarding, or surfing. The aim of this course is to promote exercise to those who are interested in learning the basics of these board sports.
1031, 1032, 1033, 1034 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This group course is designed to introduce students, safely and accessibly, to the basics of skateboarding, paddle boarding, or surfing. The aim of this course is to promote exercise to those who are interested in learning the basics of these board sports.
1045, 1046, 1047, 1048 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course is designed for students to learn and develop the fundamentals of dance. Students will learn how dance can be used as a means of physical fitness through various steps, positions, techniques, and skills associated with various genres of dance. Students will also learn the processes of choreography by performing and creating routines.
1040 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This one-to-one course is designed to equip students to make a successful transition from the physical education instructional program to participation in physical activity during adulthood. 1015, 1016, 1017, 1018 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This group physical education course explores the benefits of physical activity, how being physically fit can help mental well-being, and how effective and appropriate movement affect wellness.
1011, 1012, 1013, 1014 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Students may enroll in an off-campus independent PE. This course must be supervised and documented by a fitness expert for the requisite number of hours per semester. This course is graded as pass/fail.
1111, 1112, 1113, 1114 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Available in Florida only, this one year course combines physical fitness while preparing students for their future success living a healthier lifestyle. This course is designed to provide the student with a complete overview of health education.
1030 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course is designed to introduce students, safely and accessibly, to the basic postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods of yoga. Students will begin to experience the benefits of stretching, moving, and breathing freely as they relieve built up stress, learn to relax, and ultimately get more out of day-to-day life. The aim of this course is to promote vibrant health and to tap the body’s latent energy reserves. 1021, 1022, 1023, 1024 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Health equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to establish patterns of behavior that will prepare them in living a healthful lifestyle.
520 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
We all know money is essential in life, and the financial decisions you make today may have a lasting effect on your future. Explore how to spend and save your money wisely, and learn key financial concepts around taxes, credit, and money management. Discover how education, career choices, and financial planning can lead you in the right direction to making your life simpler, steadier, and more enjoyable.
172 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
This course is designed for the student to explore and learn outside of the classroom through an unpaid/paid internship, community service, or formal work experience. Students who participate in this course are expected to use real world experience for personal and educational growth. Regular reflection on their experiences and goals are expected as is the recording of hours. At the conclusion of the course, the student will submit a final reflective paper that demonstrates use of Fusion’s Schoolwide Learner Outcomes as well as a final creative project of their choice. Students are required to complete 80 hours in their work position. Students meet with their teachers for 5 1:1 sessions.
570 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Executive Skills is a two semester elective course that supports the development of key executive functioning skills that impact the daily lives of students. This course is individualized based on the unique strengths and areas of growth for the student determined by formal assessment, student and family surveys, and interviews. Based on a review of these points of information, 7-9 of the 11 skills are identified for focused development during the two semesters of this course. Executive Skills empowers students to take control of their experiences through knowledge, strategies, practice, and real-life application.
513 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course develops a student’s ability to function in the three domains: Academic, Career, and Personal/Social. This curriculum builds character assets, which foster resiliency and personal growth, as well as prepares the student for their future success. Throughout the class, the student will gain a realistic portrayal of an autonomous lifestyle and the skills necessary to be independent and self-sufficient.
510 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Senior Capstone culminates the high school experience for Fusion students. Students create and present their senior portfolio showcasing their growth and plans for the future. Students also challenge themselves with personal finance and prepare for their next step in the worlds of academia and career.
515 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Students learn tangible skills for social interactions through interactive lesson plans, projects and integrations of skills and concepts in the Homework Cafe®. Students develop knowledge of social cues, how to navigate gray areas with various people, how to build and maintain friendships, and how to recognize the impact their behavior has on others around them. This course is graded as pass/fail.
566 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
In this course, students explore a vision for their life beyond Fusion. They define what success looks like, what motivates them, and how to present themselves to the world. Students learn about the various post-secondary options available and develop a roadmap to explore those options. They culminate the course with a plan for next steps to achieve their goals, and continued support from a Post-Secondary Counselor if appropriate. This course will be taught by a Fusion Post-Secondary Counselor, and should be taken in 10th or 11th grade.
514 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
The Roadtrip Nation experience is about engaging students with their future. Through the power of storytelling, students gain insight into career paths by watching (and eventually conducting) interviews. These interviews are of leaders in the world who are successful doing what they love and living passionate lives. Students learn about themselves, how they perceive themes such as success, failure, and risk, and explore their interests by connecting them to pathways.
517 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Study Skills guides students through a series of units beginning with a self exploration of current study habits and culminating with the development of personal skills such as metacognition, mindfulness, stress management, and goal-setting. The majority of the course is focused on helping students build their toolbox of strategies for academic skills such as comprehension through reading and note-taking, memory-retention, test-taking, and planning and executing successful independent work completion. This course is graded as pass/fail.
511 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
The Science and Practice of Mindfulness teaches students how to practice mindfulness and the positive effects on the brain, parasympathetic nervous system, and neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to transform and change.
575 | LENGTH: 1 semester | PREREQ: Biology recommended | p e
Global Perspectives is a two-semester journey into the systems that pervade our lives in the modern-day and how these systems both enable and disable growth. By looking into discrepancies at the global and local levels we can learn to analyze why global critical issues seem so intertwined and how each individual can make an impact.
766 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: World History or Cultural Geography | p e
Our wellbeing mission at Fusion is to support the development of students’ socialemotional awareness and learning through content that enriches their lives with the promotion of self-reflection and the application of healthy practices personal to each student. All students are required to complete 5 Wellbeing course credits while at Fusion.
The Fusion Wellness Program is dedicated to assisting our students develop an active process of becoming aware of, and making choices toward, a more successful existence. Using four key disciplines, Emotional Wellness, Physical Wellness, Art Expression, and Music Expression, Fusion students will develop a sense of well-being and will be capable of making healthier choices.
560 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course is designed to introduce the student to various methods of creating wellbeing and balance in their lives through the lens of art. Students will focus on cultivating awareness, connection and empowerment through artistic expression to honors their authentic selves.
561 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course is designed to introduce the student to various methods of creating wellbeing and balance in their lives through the lens of music. Students will learn simple techniques to enrich mind, body and spirit through music. The techniques explored in the course can be applied to daily life to reduce stress and elevate mood.
562 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course is designed to introduce the student to various methods of creating wellbeing and balance in their lives through the lens of science, technology, engineering & math (STEM). Through hands-on experimentation, students learn how the process of creation contributes to becoming aware of, and making choices toward, a more successful existence.
563 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course is designed to introduce the student to various methods of creating wellbeing and balance in their lives through the lens of a healthy mindset. Students learn from cuttingedge research from the fields of positive psychology, neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and beyond to develop the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
564 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Students in this course study the major events, concepts, themes, and connections between various regions and civilizations from the earliest humans through the European Renaissance. Throughout the course, students focus on several major historical themes, including historical points of reference, geography, economics, government, citizenship, culture, science/ technology, and society.
410 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Big history weaves evidence and insights about the Universe and our place in it from many scientific and historical disciplines into a single, cohesive, science-based origin story.
451 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Cultural Geography examines people, places, and environments on local, regional, national and international scales. Students will be provided the opportunity to study the interaction of people, their cultural perspectives and the physical environments they inhabit.
441 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
American Government is a one semester course that examines the origins of the American constitutional system, analyzes the structure and function of modern American government and politics, and explores the role of the citizen in a representative democracy.
432 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e h
Following a review of the nation’s beginnings and the impact of the Enlightenment on U.S. democratic ideals, students study the major turning points in American history in the twentieth century.
411 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Students study major turning points that shaped the modern world, from the late eighteenth century through the present, including the cause and course of the two world wars.
421 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Modern humans have been roaming the Earth for about 200,000 years. How do the places we live influence the way we live? How do geography, weather, and location relate to our customs, beliefs, and lifestyles? Learn how diverse people have physically influenced the world around them and how they, in turn, are changed by their surroundings. Let’s explore the important relationship between humans and their environments.
442 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Maryland and US Government is a two semester course that examines the origins of the American constitutional system, analyzes the structure and function of modern American and Maryland government and politics, and explores the role of the citizen in a representative democracy and their role as a citizen of Maryland.
437 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students study the major founding of the United States and the path towards the present. Students participate in an in-depth analysis of the nation’s beginnings through the end of the Civil War.
412 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Following a review of the nation’s beginnings and the impact of the Enlightenment on U.S. democratic ideals, students study the major turning points in American history in the twentieth century.
413 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Virginia and US Government is a two semester course that examines the origins of the American constitutional system, analyzes the structure and function of modern American and Virginia government and politics, and explores the role of the citizen in a representative democracy and their role as a citizen of Virginia.
435 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Following a review of Virginia’s and the nation’s beginnings and the impact of the Enlightenment on U.S. democratic ideals, students build prior study of global industrialization to understand the emergence and impact of new technology and a corporate economy, including the social and cultural effects.
414 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
World History is a survey course that covers the history of humankind. The course covers dates ranging from 8000 BC to the Present Day.
422 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Students master fundamental economic concepts, applying the tools (graphs, statistics, and equations) from other subject areas to the understanding of operations and institutions of economic systems. Studied in a historic context are the basic economic principles of micro and macroeconomics, international economics, comparative economic systems, measurement, and methods.
431 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e h
Pre-Algebra prepares students for Algebra 1. The course covers five main areas of mathematics: the number system, expressions and equations, functions, geometry, and statistics and probability. Students extend their fundamental knowledge of algebraic concepts to include the concept of a function, and to extrapolate to make predictions using data.
109 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
The foundation of math, this course focuses both on computational competency and conceptual understanding with application. Topics include solving, graphing, and describing diverse equations, linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, exponents and exponential functions, quadratic and polynomial functions, and data analysis.
111 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
This course covers all Algebra 1 content over 2 years, providing the time and space for reinforcement without the pressure of completing the content in one year.
114, 115 | LENGTH: 2 semesters per year | p e
Students build on their foundation, comparing commonalities among families of functions including linear, quadratic, polynomial, radical, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and trigonometric functions. Students are introduced to operations with complex numbers, trigonometric identities, and further statistical studies.
112 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1 and Geometry | p e h
This course introduces students to basic principles in business mathematics. Students interpret and construct graphs and representations for different scenarios like budgets, financial planning, inventory, and data management. Additional topics include calculating wages, government regulations, advertising, and marketing.
161 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Students master concepts including complex numbers, polar coordinates, systems of equations, matrices, and limits. This course prepares students for calculus by providing an introduction to limits and derivatives.
141 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 2 | p e h
This is a high school calculus course that introduces students to basic fundamentals of calculus, including the definition of a limit, a derivative, and integral. The course is focused on both computational fluency and business applications. Students are not expected to memorize most formulas, but are expected to analyze equations and apply formulas correctly, such as integrals and derivatives of linear functions, polynomials, logarithms, fractions, etc. In application, they will explore the concept of optimization, identifying knowns and unknowns, manipulating variables and equations, and ultimately interpreting the solution. Finally, students will study complex computations and applications of integration, including u-substitutions, and volume.
143 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Math Analysis or Pre-Calculus | p e
Limits, derivatives, integrals, the meaning of the universe; the applications of calculus are far reaching in fields such as engineering and the sciences. College prep and honors start at the same place (limits and continuity), honors goes deeper and covers more content (Taylor and Maclaurin series); a strong background in Pre-Calculus topics is required.
142 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Pre-Calculus or Math Analysis | p e h
Students continue to develop basic math skills and explore how mathematics is used in their daily lives. Themes of the course include health and nutrition, shopping, wages and earning money, careers, taxes, buying a home and car, budget, banking, and travel. Assessments primarily consist of simulations of “real world” tasks, such as filling out tax forms, creating budgets, creating spreadsheets, and verbalizing connections made in mathematics.
162 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Students make conjecture about geometric situations and prove, formally and informally, that their conclusion follows logically from a hypothesis. While integrating transformational and coordinate approaches to geometry, students will justify geometric relationships and properties of geometric figures.
121 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1 | p e h
Integrated Math I is the first course in a 3-year sequence that integrates algebra and geometry topics in the context of real world applications, while deepening numerical manipulation and reasoning skills. Students strengthen their algebra skills, including use of variables, expressions, equations, ratios, proportions, and percentages; they formalize these relationships as functions and graphs, learning to identify and analyze key points. Geometrically, students deepen their understanding of shapes through the study of perimeter, area, and transformations of polygons. Finally, students build on data and statistics primarily through measures of central tendency.
181 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
The second course in a three-year sequence, Integrated Math 2 emphasizes traditional geometric topics while building algebraic and statistical skills. Students study lines, angles, triangles, polygons, and are introduced to trigonometry, building on their right-triangle studies from the first year. Students use shapes to study ratios and proportions, build reasoning skills through proofs, and strengthen exponent, polynomial, and factoring skills. This course also covers permutations and combinations, randomness, and probability distribution.
182 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: IntMath1 or Algebra 1 | p e h
Integrated Math 3 is the final course in the three-year sequence covering the fundamentals of algebra, geometry, and statistics. Students learn techniques to gather, manipulate, and analyze data. Algebraic concepts include linear equations and inequalities, systems, quadratics, polynomials, and rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students study trigonometric functions more deeply and with an eye for manipulation. Students also cover arithmetic and geometric sequences and series.
183 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: IntMath2 or Geometry | p e h
Students build on Algebra 2 and trigonometry topics covered in previous classes. This course covers transcendental functions, parametric and polar equations, sequences and series, vectors, matrices, and conic sections. This course adequately prepares students for calculus.
131 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 2 | p e
Students use ideas from algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics to solve realistic applied problems. Students build algorithmic, graphical, and technological skills. College prep only in Texas.
113 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1 | p e
A fascinating advanced math course for the student looking to take a break from traditional graphs and functions, and learn to intelligently interpret and discuss data. Students learn how to use data, statistics, and probability to make inferences about populations, as well as the limitations and common pitfalls in data analysis. The formulas can be long and challenging, but the concepts are always rooted in real-world applications.
151 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 2 | p e h
In this course, students dive deeper into trigonometric functions and periodicity, applying the concepts to real-world situations. This course is a great chance to hone algebraic skills before moving into Pre-Calculus.
171 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 2 and Geometry | p e
The life sciences study the environment, organisms, and processes that support life on Earth. The physical sciences cover the study of matter and energy. Lab Sciences in both disciplines have a minimum lab time requirement of 20% (40% in TX).
Whether you plan on pursuing a career in health sciences or simply looking to gain an understanding of how the human body works, you’ll first need to understand the relationship between anatomy and physiology. Learn how to read your body’s story through understanding cell structure and their processes, and discover the functions and purposes of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, as well as diseases that affect those systems.
261 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1, 1 Year Lab Science | p e h
Ever wondered how the Earth developed and exists in the vastness of space? How do the scientific laws of motion and gravity play a role in its existence? Discover answers to these questions and explore the origin of the universe, the Milky Way, and other galaxies and stars, including the concepts of modern astronomy and the methods used by astronomers to learn more about the universe.
271 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Geometry, 1 Physical Lab Science | p e h
Not only do students learn the basics of how life works from cells to ecology, they now are able to investigate the impacts of their actions on our home planet using technology in the lab and in their greater community. Students are introduced to the rigors of the scientific method to gather and analyze reliable data, and begin to design their own experiments to solve real problems.
221 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Co: Algebra 1 | p e h
Chemistry makes the invisible visible and explains how microscopic particles and interactions dictate the macroscopic world around us. Students study the atomic theory, molecular forces, and energetics that, when understood on a theoretical and practical level, begin to make sense of the world.
241 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1, 1 Year Lab Science | p e h
This course covers all of the same concepts as Chemistry, including measurement, lab technique, atomic theory, kinetics, forces and reactions, and nuclear chemistry; it simplifies the more challenging mathematics. Students investigate the same topics and complete identical or comparable labs to meet the same learning outcomes through a more qualitative and accessible learning experience. This course emphasizes chemistry applications such as food science, health, and medicine.
243 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1, 1 Year Lab Science | p e
This course covers all of the same concepts as Physics, including motion, energy, forces, thermodynamics, electricity, and quantum physics; it simplifies the more challenging mathematics. Students investigate the same topics and complete identical or comparable labs to meet the same learning outcomes through a more qualitative and accessible learning experience.
215 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1, 1 Year Lab Science | p e
This course builds on the fundamentals of geology, meteorology, oceanography, astronomy, and Earth’s structure and resources. Students also learn the rigors of the scientific method and proper laboratory techniques and procedures; this is a great choice for a student’s first high school laboratory class.
211 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Co: Algebra 1 | p e
Discover how technology has changed the world around us by pursuing technological solutions to everyday problems. While using scientific and engineering methods, learn how electricity, electronic systems, magnets, and circuits work. Understand the design process and bring your ideas to life. Explore how engineering advances your ideas and the world!
272 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Geometry; Co: Algebra 2 | p e
This advanced course is dedicated to understanding the interactions between Earth’s natural systems and the demands placed on them by the human population. Students explore natural phenomena and resource cycles, how we use and impact these systems, and potential solutions for the resulting consequences of resource mismanagement and exploitation. No matter where you live, there is plenty to study in your local environment all the way to the entire biosphere.
251 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Geometry, 1 Year Lab Science | p e h
Fingerprints. Blood spatters. Gunshot residue. If these things intrigue you rather than scare you, then forensic science may be for you. Explore the riveting job of crime scene analysis, and learn the techniques and practices applied during a crime scene investigation, including how clues and data are recorded and preserved. Discover how technology is applied to make discoveries and bring criminals to justice.
225 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1 | p e
This course introduces the basic principles of physics and chemistry to lay the foundation for more advanced lab sciences. Students gain experience using facts, graphs, data tables, concepts, and math skills in problem-solving situations. Basic laboratory skills are developed along with literacy in biological and chemical theory to link the academic material with its practical applications. Labs comprise 40% of class instruction. College prep only in Texas.
242 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1 | p e
Have you ever wondered about the secrets of the deep and the creatures below the ocean’s surface? It is truly a new frontier of discovery. Begin to better understand the aquatic cycles, structures, and processes that generate and sustain life in the sea. You’ll use scientific inquiry, research, and problem-solving to conduct various scientific procedures and become a more capable marine scientist.
222 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1, Biology | p e
This rigorous physics course explores major concepts in physics both conceptually and mathematically. While not calculus-based, students should be highly competent in formula manipulation and all major mathematical operations. Topics include Newtonian Mechanics such as motion, forces, and conservation of energy, as well as thermodynamics, waves, electricity, and magnetism.
231 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Geometry, Algebra 2 recommended | p e h
The Regents Lab Course is offered for each of the four main high school science courses- Earth & Space Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. The course is designed to provide NY students with the lab hours required to sit for the New York Regents Exam in the corresponding subject. The Regents Lab Course for Biology addresses the state-made labs that appear on the state test as well as supplemental labs covering a broad range of topics in Biology. The Regents Lab Course for Earth & Space Science teaches students the skills tested on the Regents Exam as well as other foundational lab skills. The Regents Lab Courses for Chemistry and Physics provide opportunities for students to explore a multitude of topics in the various disciplines. This course is graded as pass/fail.
281 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course provides a basic introduction to the elements of acting, including physical, vocal, spatial, textual analysis, and production foundations. It addresses some of the crosscultural aspects of the art of acting, explores prominent theories of acting technique, and emphasizes solo works, both original and scripted. Improvisation is taught as both an end in itself and a tool for deepening the scripted acting experience.
771 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Have you ever watched a cartoon or played a video game where the animation of characters captivated you so much you wanted to create your own? If so, it’s time to immerse yourself in the world of animation. Meet the industry players such as directors, animators, and 3D modelers. Develop your story by exploring design, the 12 principles of animation, creating a storyboard, and leveraging the tools of the trade. Let’s bring your story to life with animation!
631 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course includes the history of art from ancient to modern time. Focus is given on how to view and talk about art using the appropriate terms and vocabulary. Students gain familiarity with the visual characteristics of art from many periods, as well as an understanding of how works of art, especially public ones, reflect the values of the society that produce them.
762 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Digital Photography is an introductory course designed to help students become well rounded in the fundamentals of digital photography. Within this class, students will learn to use a DSLR camera, become familiar with the basic terminology and elements of photography, and understand how to use photo editing software to enhance the overall appearance of their images.
741, 742, 743, 744 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e | ( )
Advanced Digital Photography further advances the skills established in Digital Photography and introduces the student to more complex and thought-provoking concepts in the world of picture making. This course is intended for those students who are serious about the study of digital photography and have a desire to improve their artistic and technical skills.
745 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Film Studies develops understanding of the impact of film across the world and throughout history. Students become familiar with the basic terminology and elements of film-making and narrative structure to improve their critical thinking, as well as their ability to communicate critical responses to films. In-depth study of several movements in film will broaden the student’s knowledge of the medium’s history and evolution. Students will analyze films and study filmmakers from various cultures and eras.
715 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Graphic Design provides students an understanding of the powerful role Graphic Design plays in shaping the way we see the world. The course instructs students in the language, elements, and practice of Graphic Design. Students will leave the course with an appreciation for the historical significance and modern usage of Graphic Design, as well as tools to create their own unique design pieces.
731 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course prepares the student to develop a creative portfolio of student work representing a selection of performance(s) in music or art. Students illustrate unique talent and personality in a professional works portfolio through the collection and organization of pieces. This course may be leveraged to prepare a portfolio for post-secondary admissions.
795 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Studio Art 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
Studio Art is an introductory art course that provides the foundation for art appreciation and production. Students participate in and are exposed to the elements and principles of art, techniques, art history, and criticism through hands-on creation.
751, 752, 753, 754, 755 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e | ( )
Advanced Studio Art is designed to broaden a student’s understanding of artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural content, aesthetic valuing, and connections to the visual arts. Students will add original works to a growing portfolio that demonstrates growth in refined craftsmanship, and further mastery of techniques in the visual arts.
758 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Studio Art | p e
Are you a fashion trend follower? Are you drawn to how designers have pulled together fabrics and colors to create memorable pieces? Do you dream of designing your own line of clothing or accessories? Learn what it takes to get started in the fashion industry, from the careers available to new technology and trends reshaping the industry every day. Start creating!
756 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Do you have a flair for designing and decorating? If so, then let’s learn how to turn your interests and skills into a career. Explore color, texture, trends, and styles over time, how homes are built, and “green” options for homes and businesses. Interior designers do it all— from planning the color scheme to choosing furniture and light fixtures—with the end goal of creating a space where people can live or work comfortably, safely, and happily.
757 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Theater Appreciation increases student understanding, critical analysis, and appreciation of stage productions. Students gain knowledge of the history of theater, learn about the technical components of a production, and study major modern and classic playwrights and composers. Students are required to attend three productions during each semester of this course and participate in thoughtful discussions about the production. In addition, students write short reports and make presentations throughout the year.
790 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: English 9 | p e
This course is designed for anyone who has ever wanted to learn how to play the bass. Whether students are an absolute beginner or intermediate level player, each will be at home with the methods used in this class. Students will learn how to construct bass lines, develop an appreciation for iconic bassists, read standard notation and tablature and play the songs they know and love.
961, 962 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course is designed for anyone who has ever wanted to learn how to play the drums. Whether students are an absolute beginner or intermediate level player, each will be at home with the methods used in this class. Students will learn how to play drum technique exercises, develop an appreciation for iconic drummers, read standard drum notation and play the songs they know and love.
941, 942 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course is for anyone who has ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar. Whether students are an absolute beginner or intermediate level player, each will be at home with the methods used in this class. Students will learn how to play chords and melodies, develop an appreciation for iconic guitarists, read standard notation and tablature, and play the songs they know and love.
911, 912 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Have you ever heard a music piece that made you want to get up and dance, sing, or even cry? Regardless of the genre, music moves us. Explore the elements and pieces of music. And learn through the historical context, musicians and composers, and influence of music from the Middle Ages to the 21st century, on how to listen and really hear the different music that makes up our world.
980 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course will take the student into the theoretical concepts of harmony. Coursework includes a complete study of intervals, chord construction, chord voicing, harmonized scales and modes of the major, melodic minor, harmonic minor, and diminished scales emphasizing instrumental application.
933, 934, 935, 936 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h | ( )
Students will learn the basic skills needed to play the piano successfully, both in reading from a score and playing off of a lead sheet. Students will learn elementary theory (music notation, rhythm, key signatures, major and minor scales, chord structure and type, and basic chord progressions). Towards the end of the year students will be exposed to the technique of improvisation and by the end of the course students will learn how to critique their own music and the music of others using the correct vocabulary.
945 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
Students study the science and mechanics of digital recording. This course lays theoretical groundwork in acoustics and their relationships to electronic equipment used in the recording industry. The course equips students with the fundamental concepts and terminology necessary to pursue a career in the recording arts, and to establish a foundation for higherlevel courses in the audio programs.
922, 923, 924, 925 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e | ( )
Students of this course study a more in-depth science and mechanics of digital audio recording and composition. This course expands on Recording Arts 1, focusing on digital recording systems and their relationships to electronic equipment used in the recording industry. The course equips students with the fundamental concepts and terminology necessary to pursue a career in the recording arts, and to establish an advanced skill set in Audio Production.
926 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Recording Arts 1 | p e
This course is an introduction to the study of voice as a musical instrument and the A great song needs more than a beat and a talented singer, it needs structure and powerful words. Learn how to craft a song using form and lyrics, as well as other collaborative techniques used by all kinds of artists.
953 | LENGTH: 2 semesters |
This course is an introduction to the study of voice as a musical instrument and the development of technique in performance and musical ear training. The student will learn to approach singing from more of a technical standpoint that will not only strengthen their performance abilities, but help to safeguard from health issues related to poor singing technique. This course will give the student an opportunity to not only discover their own voice, but also improve breath control, vocal range, tone, belting ability, clarity and pitch.
954, 955 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
In Theater, Cinema, and Film Production, you’ll learn the basics of lighting, sound, wardrobe, and camerawork while examining the magic that happens behind all the drama. Delve into the glamorous history of film and theater, and examine the tremendous influence these industries have had on society and culture over the years. During this unit, you’ll discuss and analyze three classic American films “Casablanca, Singing in the Rain, and The Wizard of Oz” to help you learn how to critique and appreciate some of the most famous dramas of all time.
720 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
All languages follow a similar progression: vocabulary, grammar, culture, and in some cases, the alphabet. Foundations are built in the first year(s), and more advanced reading, writing, research, and immersion follows in the higher levels. Middle school students may enroll in avLevel 1 Language course after completing the corresponding MS World Language.
Students learn not only the technical aspects of signing such as technique, vocabulary, and grammar, but also about the culture of the Deaf Community. Students build their vocabulary and learn greetings and expressions.
041 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
A continuation of American Sign Language Level 1. Students continue to develop expressive and receptive signing skills as well as learn additional vocabulary, grammar, history, fingerspelling, numbers, terminology, and Deaf culture concepts
042 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: ASL 1 | p e h
This course builds on the foundation of skills and knowledge learned in American Sign Language II (ASL II). Its emphases on expansion and refinement of comprehension, production and interactional skills as covered in ASL 2. In addition to expanding their vocabulary, students will learn more complex grammatical features through narratives and dialogues.
043 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: ASL 2 | p e h
ASL 4 is a continuation of ASL III. The class will continue to focus on vocabulary expansion, idioms, manual and non-manual aspects of ASL, ASL linguistics, cross-cultural communication, and cultural knowledge at an advanced level. The goal is to provide students with the skills to communicate in a wider array of situations, to further develop their language fluency and to advance their level of comprehension of ASL in culturally appropriate ways.
044 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: ASL 3 | p e h
This course provides students with an opportunity to recognize the impact of Deaf Culture on emerging ASL literature. The course also covers non-fiction, poetry, and drama depicted in reading and videotapes related to everyday lives of deaf people. It develops insight and appreciation of deaf literature and its implications for deaf education. Original works will be studied, analyzed, and compared.
045 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: ASL 4 grade B or better | p e h
ASL is a language that’s great for students of all abilities, especially those who struggle with learning other world languages.
This course introduces students to the language, culture, and grammar of French and French-speaking countries. It covers basic conversation, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in French.
021 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
French 2 furthers knowledge of French language, culture, and grammar acquired in French 1. It covers basic conversation, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in French.
022 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: French 1 | p e h
French 3 furthers knowledge of French language, culture, and grammar acquired in French 2. It delves into the subtleties of French culture and covers many of the grammar points that are unique to the French language.
023 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: French 2 | p e h
French 4 is an advanced French course designed to further the knowledge of French language, culture, and grammar. It delves into the subtleties of French history from Ancient times to Napoleon Bonaparte, making emphasis on grammar and immersion.
024 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: French 3 | p e h
French 5 is an advanced French course designed to further the knowledge of French language, culture, and grammar. Greater emphasis is on reading and writing in French.
025 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: French 4 | p e h
German 1 is an entry-level course designed to introduce students to the language, culture, and grammar of Germany and German-speaking countries. It covers basic conversation, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in German.
061 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
German 2 furthers students’ knowledge of the language, culture, and grammar of Germany and German-speaking countries.
062 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: German 1 | p e
Students continue their studies in German language and culture by building their communication skills across areas of culture, grammar, and community. This course offers a comprehensive sampling of cultures and dialects across many German cities and the major German-speaking nations.
063 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: German 2 | p e h
Students build proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing and apply their skills in contemporary real-world contexts. By the end of the course, students will be able to engage in spontaneous conversation and accurately interpret and voice opinions on written and spoken German language.
064 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: German 3 | p e h
German 5 is an advanced German course designed to further the knowledge of German language, culture, and grammar. Greater emphasis is on reading and writing in German.
065 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: German 4 | p e
This is an entry-level course in Modern Hebrew. It is a rigorous and fast-paced curriculum designed to introduce students to the language and culture of the people of Israel. It covers basic conversation, vocabulary, and grammar. The main goal of this course is to provide a sufficient level of reading fluency. Most students completing this course sequence will be able to decode successfully and engage in beginning dialogue dealing with familiar topics.
071 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
This course will strengthen the students’ knowledge of grammatical and syntactical structures, and improve their mastery of the language, while increasing vocabulary and functional communicative ability. Most students successfully completing this sequence can emerge with a proficiency level of “intermediate high” depending on motivation, effort, and diligence.
072 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Hebrew 1 | p e h
Students continue to advance their vocabulary and grammar, primarily through studying everyday events like going to restaurants or birthday parties. Additionally, students will study Israeli and Jewish culture.
073 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Hebrew 2 | p e h
Students develop dialogue skills and study Israeli culture through reading Israeli literature and following current events.
074 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Hebrew 3 | p e h
Students will learn the fundamentals of Italian grammar and pronunciation, how to converse on a limited scale about everyday topics, and how to write and understand Italian within the limits of the grammatical structures and vocabulary introduced in the course. Emphasis will be placed upon communication, and students will be exposed to some of the culture of Italy. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities.
051 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
The student will learn the basics of navigating Italian language and culture. Students will build on previous skills in the areas of grammar and vocabulary, and will expand to new tenses, while also continuing to cover culture, regions, and history of Italy.
052 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Italian 1 | p e
Italian 3 is a dynamic and engaging course that takes the student through daily life and current events in Italy, allowing for an interactive approach to learning the language. Students engage in a variety of conversations and activities that will lead to a higher level of comprehension and fluency.
053 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Italian 2 | p e h
Japanese 1 is an entry-level but rigorous Japanese course designed to introduce students to the language, culture, and grammar of Japanese. It covers basic conversation, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in Japanese, with an emphasis on grammar, listening, and speaking.
031 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Japanese 2 is designed to further the knowledge of Japanese language, culture, and grammar acquired in Japanese 1. It covers basic conversation, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in Japanese.
032 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Japanese 1 | p e h
Japanese 3 is a rigorous course designed to further the knowledge of Japanese language, culture, and grammar acquired in Japanese 1 and 2. It delves into the subtleties of Japanese culture and covers many of the grammar points that are unique to the Japanese language.
033 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Japanese 2 | p e h
Students will study foundational grammar and vocabulary to be able to read simple passages. Students draw connections between Latin and English vocabulary, prefixes, and study literature, geography, history, government, and culture of the Roman Empire.
091 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Latin 2 introduces all of the verb tenses and noun/adjective forms. This course is enhanced by a variety of fun readings adapted from Roman literature that demonstrate the philosophies developed by the Romans.
092 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Latin 1 | p e h
In addition to furthering grammar and vocabulary, students learn through readings about the end of the Republic and establishment of the Empire.
093 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Latin 2 | p e h
Students learn about the changes made by Augustus, and study primarily Latin poetry and prose. Students learn the influence the Romans had on their own culture and the world.
094 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Latin 3 | p e h
This entry-level course covers the basics of Chinese Mandarin, including pronunciation, grammar fundamentals, the Pinyin system, sentence pattern and structure, and vocabulary. Topics include greetings, names, nationalities, studies, introductions, time and schedules, and food.
081 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Mandarin 2
This course continues to develop the foundation of sentence structure, idiomatic expressions, and listening, speaking, and written competence in Mandarin. Students learn to make requests, to discuss hobbies and sports, weather and seasons, travel, future plans, and the arts.
082 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Mandarin 1 | p e h
At least 10% of English vocabulary is derived directly from Latin. Studying Latin makes learning English vocabulary easier. Plus, Latin pronunciation is simple and straightforward.
Students continue to develop their listening, speaking, reading, and written competencies through studies of Chinese culture, finances, fitness, and health.
083 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Mandarin 2 | p e h
Students continue to build skills through meaningful communication for functional and pragmatic purposes in China. Students also build more cultural awareness.
084 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Mandarin 3 | p e h
Students are prepared practically to achieve concrete linguistic and cultural skills that will allow for real-life interaction and highly dynamic communication with the people of China as college students or working professionals. This course is entirely immersive and emphasizes reading authentic Chinese literature.
085 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Mandarin 4 | p e h
Spanish 1 is an entry-level Spanish course designed to introduce students to the language, culture, and grammar of Spanish and Spanish-speaking countries. It covers basic conversations, verbs, grammar, cultural similarities and differences, listening, speaking, and writing in Spanish.
011 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e h
Spanish 2 continues to increase knowledge of the language, culture, and grammar of Spanish-speaking countries. Language skills are increased through oral communication, reading, and by introducing advanced grammatical concepts.
012 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Spanish 1 | p e h
Spanish 3 emphasizes Spanish grammar, reading, writing, and oral communication. Students also study in depth the culture of Spanish-speaking countries. The course focuses on researching current events in those Latin American countries.
013 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Spanish 2 | p e h
Due to shifting economics and politics, Mandarin has become an increasingly popular course over the past few years!
Spanish 4 builds on the knowledge of language, culture, and grammar from previous years, delving into the subtleties of Spanish culture, writers from different generations, and different styles of writing. Also included is a study of the history and culture of each author’s native country. Students are required to do independent research and creative writing.
014 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Spanish 3 | p e h
This course is entirely immersive, and students will study the history and current events of Spanish-speaking countries through literature, periodicals, documentaries, and projects.
015 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Spanish 4 | p e h
This course focuses on the fun and practical applications of any language. Technical aspects of any language are covered to improve communication, and cultural aspects are emphasized to promote effective language use and interaction. Students should have background in a world language, or take this concurrently with a language course.
098 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Get more practice in this real-world, application-driven World Language elective. This course is appropriate for students of any language at any level.
No matter what career you’re planning to pursue, excellent professional communication will be key to your success. Upgrade your abilities in speaking, listening, writing, using and reading body language, and communicating in teams and groups. Discover how to plan, create, and deliver business presentations and communicate through graphics. In no time, you’ll be communicating with confidence, stand out from your peers, and impress your employer
577 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Starting a business is more than just having a good idea. Successful entrepreneurs know how to use and apply fundamental business concepts to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. Explore topics such as identifying the best business structure, business functions and operations, finance, business laws, regulations, and more! If you have ever dreamed of making a business idea a reality, take the time to establish a solid foundation of business skills to make your business dreams come true!
572 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Whether you plan on starting your own business or being in charge of one, it is crucial you understand how to keep the company compliant. Explore what it means to run an ethical business, how to keep intellectual property, technology, and e-commerce safe and protected, understand insurance and taxes, and how to have a healthy workplace environment. Keep the business safe and growing by following the law.
582 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
From the shift managers at small businesses to the CEOs of large companies, effective management is key to any organization’s success. Explore foundational management concepts such as leadership, managing teams, entrepreneurship, global business, finance, and technology and innovation. Engage in a capstone that pulls all of the concepts you’ve learned together, allowing you to see how management ideas can be applied to a business case study. Get started with learning the fundamentals of successful management.
576 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Explore the fast-paced and exciting world of marketing! Learn about the role of marketing in business in addition to the basics of business management, customer service, and economics. Examine how to identify target markets, perform market research, and develop successful marketing strategies. Discover the legal and ethical considerations of business and marketing, along with the impact of government on business.
578 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
The bright lights. The roaring crowds. The chants and cheers and applause. If you are drawn to the electricity of large events and the challenge of making events successful, a career in sports and entertainment marketing may be for you! In this course, you will trace the development of these industries, dissect their dual nature, and discover what it takes to pitch, promote, and deliver on these services. You ‘ll also explore the necessary steps to chart your own career path from among the professional roles that these industries need to operate. Let’s get off the sidelines and hop into the primetime of the sporting and entertainment worlds!
579 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Heart valves, cars, cartoons, and buildings may not seem to have much in common, but they all share one spectacular attribute: all originated as a 3D model. 3D modeling has changed the way the world makes things, and in this course, you’ll learn the basics to begin creating in 3D! You’ll learn how different 3D models are built and how to practice using a variety of modeling methods. By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with a portfolio of your ingenious modeling ideas. 3D modeling is an essential part of the modern world and soon, you’ll be able to contribute yourself!
614 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Biotechnology is a cutting-edge, high-demand field that encompasses everything from plant and animal breeding to genetics. Discover how biotechnology has changed the world around us, from food to genetics. Explore historical applications with modern discoveries. Understand how regulations and ethics govern the course of biotechnology and learn of its importance to the field of medicine.
584 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Have you ever wanted to create your own web page or wondered how your favorite websites were built? Explore the role technology plays in our lives as well as study the fundamentals of computer science, review hardware and software, and learn how the internet functions. Discover how to create and build your own website using HTML and CSS, and learn the basics of JavaScript and Python Programming. This course also covers data collection methods, access rights, protocols, and security. Have you ever wanted to create your own web page or wondered how your favorite websites were built? Explore the role technology plays in our lives as well as study the fundamentals of computer science, review hardware and software, and learn how the internet functions.
583 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Have you ever wondered how your favorite software is created? Explore the software development life cycle from start to finish while developing your own programming skills with Python. Explore the power of data and algorithms along with their influence on the world. Launch yourself into the endless possibilities a career as a programmer can bring you!
621 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Computer Science Recommended | p e
Congratulations; you’re speaking a different language! A programming language that is. But do you want to learn more? Discover the most popular programming languages and what they have to offer the software world. Explore data, algorithms, and objectives and how they are essential to language ‘speak’. Learn the software development life cycle and how it can be implemented so you can create projects, such as a prototype for an app you’ll code and a working to-do list website.
622 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Computer Programming 1 or teacher approval | p e
In this course, you are going to pull back the veil on what goes into some of the technology we use every day. You will investigate computer hardware and software and learn what goes into building a computer while exploring programs and applications, you’ll study the history of the internet and how to use its capabilities even more effectively, and you’ll also dive deep into email and some of today’s most powerful processing tools. Get ready to really know the technology you have at your fingertips so you can continue to make it work for you!
611 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Does your love of video games motivate you to pursue a career in this field? Pursue your passion by learning about the principles of game design through the stages of development, iterative process, critiques, and game development tools. Put these new skills to work by designing your own game!
585 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Are you ready to enter this multi-billion-dollar industry and start applying your technical skills into a compelling package that will catch the eye of an employer? Beginning with conceptualization and the design process, you’ll develop your game’s story elements, narrative, plot, characters, and assets. Using game design software, you’ll bring your game to life by applying lighting, audio, visual effects, player choice options, AI, and consider the type of controls to use for your game. Build a world players can get immersed in.
586 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Are you fascinated with how machines work? Robots are machines, and they are all around us, from helping doctors in surgeries to helping to keep our homes clean. Explore the physics, mechanics, motion, and the engineering design and construction aspects used to develop robots. Learn how models are created through both sketches and software. Discover STEM careers and the education needed to enter this high-demand field.
275 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Algebra 1; Computer Science recommended | p e
How many times per day do you access the internet, including social media? The web is an important part of our daily lives, so it’s no surprise that web development is one of the hottest career fields. Start to explore professional web development, including how to create content for the web. You’ll learn about topics such as servers, file organization, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and the development stack that will let you build any website you can dream up.
587 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Whether you want to step into the wild side of veterinary medicine or just take care of loveable dogs and cats, explore how to care for domestic, farm, and wild animals, diagnose their common diseases and ailments, and learn about different veterinary treatments. If you have always been drawn to the world of our furry, scaly, and feathered friends, this is the course for you!
226 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Throughout U.S. history, how have African Americans helped shaped American culture? This course answers that question by tracing African Americans’ accomplishments and obstacles, beginning with the slave trade on up to the modern Civil Rights movement. Learn about the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural factors that have influenced African American life, meet individuals who changed the course of history, and explore how the African American story still influences current events.
768 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
What makes us human? Is it our ability to use language, tools, or technology? Trace the history of homosapiens and explore our evolutionary trail through an anthropologic lens to observe our movement from cave dwellers to modern humans. Learn how we forged our way and developed all of the things that make us humans, such as our cultures, languages, and religions.
765 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students tap into their own creativity and experience the joys of writing original text. Participants explore various forms of writing, such as short story, poetry, drama, narrative and biography, while delving into the common themes of humanity and various truths of human nature. Students experience the recursive nature of writing and painlessly build skills in the conventions and tools of traditional English grammar and sentence structure that will strengthen them in all their future writing tasks.
324 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: English 10 or teacher approval | p e
It was a dark and stormy night, and the vampires, ghouls, and undead were on the prowl... Gothic Literature is riddled with the spooky, but did you know that this genre is so much more than a scary form of entertainment? In Gothic Literature, you’ll learn about how some of the world’s greatest authors from the 19th century through today used Gothic elements to tackle issues that needed serious attention: the class system, gender norms, racism, social injustice, and more! Grab your monster gear and explore why Gothic literature has retained its appeal even with today’s audiences.
328 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Since the beginning of time, people have gathered around fires to tell stories of angry gods, harrowing journeys, cunning animals, horrible beasts, and the mighty heroes who vanquished them. Mythology and folklore have provided a way for these colorful stories to spring to life for thousands of years and helped humans make sense of the world. Explore how these compelling tales continue to shape society even today.
329 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course takes students through the changing field of journalism, the place of the press in democracy and the difference journalists can make in the lives of others. Students read, participate in active discussions, and write and produce quality pieces.
327 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This introductory course includes the major concerns of Western philosophy. Topics include: the question of ethics, metaphysics, the philosophy of religion, and the theory of knowledge. Through an examination of the evolution of key philosophical issues, students will also learn how arguments are formed, how new theories are developed from philosophical debate, and how through disagreement a greater understanding of complex topics can occur.
545 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: English 10, World History or Cultural Geography | p e
Students participate in close readings of selected poems from multiple genres. By examining the work of a diverse group of poets, students develop methods of critiquing while reinforcing understanding of poetic devices. Substantial time is spent analyzing poetry as well as using poetic devices in their own writing.
323 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Positive Psychology is designed to explore a balanced, more complete view of human functioning by including both positive and negative views of reality. This course will delve into the growing field of positive psychology through many pioneering contributions, through reflections on current events and research, and through personal mini-experiments and life enhancement strategies.
763 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: Psychology recommended | p e
Have you ever wondered why you do the things you do? Or how our behavior changes as we age? Psychology can give you the answers! Trace the development of personality and behavior from infancy through adulthood. Are you ready to explore the world of human behavior? Explore all that psychology can offer to help you to truly understand the human experience.
761 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
This course provides students the necessary knowledge and skills needed to compose and edit a variety of expository documents, including academic essays, research papers, and business documents. Students utilize technology and collaboration as tools in the writing process, and set and meet goals for their writing.
322 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Human beings are complex creatures, and when we interact and begin to form relationships and societies, things become even more complicated. Are we more likely to act differently in a group than we will when we’re alone? How do we learn how to be “human”? Examine answers to these questions and many more as you explore culture, group behavior, and societal institutions and how they affect human behavior.
760 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQ: US History Recommended | p e
Screenwriting provides writers the opportunity to develop a short script or the first act of a feature length screenplay while increasing use and knowledge of individual voice, three-act structure, Hero’s Journey steps, and screenwriting technical skills. Students will focus on dialogue writing, tone, creating character, mood, and conflict, and creating a story arc that encompasses elements of a plot line.
781 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Have you ever wondered what steps take place as people as they move through the court system? The criminal justice system is a very complex field that requires dedicated people willing to pursue equal justice for all. Explore different career choices and how the juvenile justice system, the correctional system, and the trial process all work together to maintain social order.
589 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Controversies in American Politics provides an overview of historical and contemporary political, social, and economic issues within the United States. Students learn the background of the issue, as well as multiple perspectives to formulate their own opinions. Students are expected to write extensively using primary and secondary sources in independently-guided research.
433 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students enrolled in Deaf Studies explore the history of deaf culture in the United States. By the conclusion of this course, students have developed an understanding of Deaf history and culture and are ready to be advocates for the Deaf community.
097 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Students learn how to create societal impact through Social Entrepreneurship. Social Entrepreneurship is described as the discovery and sustainable exploration of opportunities to create social change. Students are guided through the process of identifying an opportunity to address social problems through the uses of their newly developed business skills.
574 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
Discover the joys of providing exceptional childcare and helping to develop future generations. Learn the importance of play and use it to build engaging educational activities that build literacy and math skills through each stage of childhood and special need. Use this knowledge to develop your professional skills well suited to a career in childcare.
521 | LENGTH: 1 semester | p e
This course explores the many social justice issues facing the United States and the world today and empowers students to approach a social justice issue and create a sustainable action plan. A primary goal of the first semester is to offer the students an all-encompassing view of inequality in our society by examining major issues such as racism, privilege, and oppression across historical and cultural boundaries. The second semester of this course expands upon this foundation by providing a closer look at more micro social justice issues.
776 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | p e
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Talk to your DSD to see what creative solutions your campus may offer. Credits earned from this elective are applied to the minimum required elective credit for graduation and do not satisfy any subject-specific graduation requirements.
9999 | LENGTH: 1 semester |
Fusion Mini Courses are 2.5 credit, one level courses that expose a student to speciality curriculum that allows them to discover and develop a new passion. Mini courses are perfect for third-term enrollment.
In this course, students will investigate the differences between real forensic science and how forensic science is portrayed in the media. Students will learn about forensic techniques in the following areas: fingerprinting, photography, crime scene processing, impression evidence, and forensic anthropology. After learning the techniques, students will be exposed to different scenes from shows and films allowing them to discuss the accuracy of the techniques presented in the media.
991 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
The Media and Politics course seeks to explore and raise awareness about the bias and ideology present in media. Without endorsing any political viewpoints, our course will survey the current state of affairs and examine ideas of “fake news” as well as the history of telecommunications and the media. We’ll also delve into the ways that history and current events are shaped by government language, political organizations, and representatives of media.
992 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Our Studio Art course is designed to develop artistic expression. Students will explore chosen subjects in various styles and mediums as they bring their art visions to life. Find your inspiration as an emerging artist or simply use your creativity and have fun!
993 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
This mini course takes students on the exciting journey of novel writing. Here, students will learn to get started, hone their craft, and understand the self-publishing process. The major focus of the course will be story development, character arcs, and, most importantly, keeping your readers engaged! Let’s start this novel-writing journey
994 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Don’t see the Mini Course you’re looking for? Talk to your DSD to see what creative solutions your campus may offer.
995 | LENGTH: 0.5 semester |
Purpose: Colleges use school profiles during the admissions review process to learn more about a student’s high school including the courses offered, grading scale, accreditation, graduation rate, school model, etc.
How to order: You can order a copy of your campus’ school profile by requesting it in your Parchment account on www.parchment.com.
To round out the student experience, Fusion campuses in some states are offering Learning Labs, which are student-driven experiences focused on enriching the student’s social and academic journey. Teachers help facilitate and provide support for the labs, and students often work independently or with their classmates to define and pursue their own projects and goals. Students can choose from a variety of different Learning Labs when they enroll. Teachers help facilitate, and while no grades are issued (pass/fail), the Learning Labs appear on the transcript. Some of the options include Makerspace, Tech Lab, Open Art Studio, Post-secondary Guidance, and Academic Study Skills.
Students work with creative materials and low-tech equipment to solve problems through interactive, creative, and critical thinking in a hands-on environment.
780 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
Students work with high-tech equipment—such as virtual reality headsets, 3D printers, robotics kits, and microprocessors—to learn technological concepts and support success in an increasingly plugged-in, cloud-based, AI-driven world.
782 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
From watercolor to pottery, students create, reflect, and learn through artistic expression and the creation process.
783 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
Whether a student’s goals include a four-year college, a gap year, community college, or something else, our teachers connect students with relevant resources to simplify the transition process.
784 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
Students learn to take control of their educational experience by developing strong study skills, which can increase confidence, competence, and self-esteem while reducing test and deadline anxiety.
785 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Talk to your DSD to see what other learning lab options your campus might offer.
786 | LENGTH: 10 weeks |
Teachers are able to tutor students in the subjects they teach. Tutoring is customized to the individual student. Frequency and number of sessions are determined by the student’s mastery of the subject.
Part-time students can take any of our courses as a stand-alone class for credit. Fusion Classes for Credit meet state and national curriculum standards and are accepted as transferable units by most schools. For specifics, please check with your campus.
This 10 session program is designed to refine academic writing skills before making a transition to college. Students learn and practice great organizational skills, research, and put citations to use while honing their writing abilities. This program makes a great refresher for any student preparing for college and for advanced high school students looking opportunities to challenge themselves.
Students are able to receive extra help with homework in a designated silent or social space on campus. This is a great option for students who need a more focused environment with teachers able to assist if necessary.
This 10 session, non-credit program, is designed to prepare young leaders in the study and application of leadership theories. Students design and implement their own leadership project to flex their leadership skills in real-life. Want to earn elective credit for this program? Enroll in our Leadership course. This makes a great summer program!
The Study Skills Intensive is designed to equip students with the skills to jump-start their practice of great learning and studying behavior. This intensive makes a great transitional program to prepare students before they start their school year in the fall or new classes next semester. Students who can benefit beyond this 10-session program may consider enrolling in our full semester, for-credit elective course.
Teachers help students prepare for big tests by covering test-specific material, study skills, and review techniques.
Some students know that they want to go to college, others are not sure they are ready for or interested in attending college immediately after high school. Whichever path a student wishes to take, our Post-Secondary Counselor can work with them to help them create an individualized plan for the future and reach their goals smoothly and confidently. Also, once your student has decided on their path after high school, we can continue to work with them to intentionally build skills to provide a smooth transition into their next stage of life. See the next page for example modules.
Fusion Endorsements prove student commitment to a field of study before graduating. Students receive additional credibility on their transcripts, which position them above students who have only completed minimum requirements for graduation. Beyond honors, these Endorsements are crafted to prepare students for college course materials before stepping foot on campus. In addition to endorsement-specific requirements, 250 credits are required to earn an endorsement along with satisfying Fusion state specific graduation requirements.
Students will get a deeper look at all aspects of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and seek solutions to better the world around them.
CREDITS: 40 Math* | 40 Science* | 10 Approved Engineering & Technical Elective
This technology concentration prepares tech-passionate students for a strong future in this innovative and in-demand field by helping them hone foundational tech skills.
CREDITS: 30 Math* | 30 Science* | 20 Computer Sciences | 10 Approved STEM Elective
The World Language endorsement shows the commitment to learning languages and will help students maximize their post-graduation opportunities. From translator to diplomat, the possibilities are endless.
CREDITS: 60 World Language (minimum of level 4 in one language)
The Humanities endorsement gives students a stronger platform to explore the world around them. Students with this endorsement could find themselves influencing change through writing, art, teaching, or policy.
CREDITS: 10 English Elective | 10 History Elective | 10 Art/Social Studies Elective | World Language (level 3) or 10 Approved Computer Programming Elective
Students with a passion for creativity can broaden their experience while creating a portfolio and learning practical business skills to help them pursue a future in a creative field.
CREDITS: 30 Visual & Performing Arts* | 5 Business or Social Entrepreneurship | 5 Portfolio | 10 Approved Endorsement Elective
The Leadership endorsement helps students develop their voice and codify how they would like to impact others. Along with skills like communications and entrepreneurship, students will explore world issues, and engage in real-world experience.
CREDITS: 5 Business or Social Entrepreneurship / 5 Approved Business Elective /5 Business Communications / 5 Work Experience or Roadtrip Nation / 10 Technology / 10 Approved Elective
For Texas only: The state of Texas recognizes certain endorsements, so all Fusion campuses located in Texas use the Texas endorsement plan. Students earn an endorsement by completing four years of credits each in both math and science, additional elective credits, and the curriculum requirements for the endorsement. In addition to endorsement-specific requirements, students earn at least 260 credits to graduate with the Endorsement of their choice. Here are the Texas endorsement options:
Students will get a deeper look at all aspects of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and seek solutions to better the world around them.
CREDITS: See DSD for Credit Requirements
The Humanities endorsement gives students a stronger platform to explore the world around them. Students with this endorsement could find themselves influencing change through writing, art, teaching, or policy.
CREDITS: See DSD for Credit Requirements
Students explore their career interests in this endorsement to better prepare themselves for postsecondary life.
CREDITS: See DSD for Credit Requirements
For students who are unsure of their career interests and wish to explore multiple subjects, the Multi-Disciplinary endorsement can be a perfect fit.
CREDITS: See DSD for Credit Requirements
The courses listed represent the typical middle school history courses for students enrolled at Fusion within each state. At times, students will transfer having started an alternative course. Fusion registrars are available to advise on the appropriate course enrollment for these students.
AZ MS Ancient Civilizations MS Modern World Geography
CA MS Early World Cultures
MS Civics, Geography & Economics
MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
CO MS Modern World Geography MS Early World Cultures MS Early US History
CT MS Early World Cultures MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
FL MS Ancient Civilizations MS Civics, Geography & Economics MS Early US History
GA MS Geography 1 MS Geography 2 MS GA Studies
IL MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
MS Modern US History
MA MS Modern World Geography MS Early World Cultures MS Early US History
MD MS Ancient Civilizations MS Civics, Geography & Economics MS Early US History
MN MS Minnesota Studies MS Early US History
MS Modern World Geography
NC MS Early World Cultures MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
NJ MS Early World Cultures MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
NY MS Ancient Civilizations MS Early US History MS Modern US History
PA MS Cultural Geography MS Ancient Civilizations MS Early US History
TN MS Early World Cultures MS EWH: Medieval & Early Modern MS Early US History
TX MS Modern World Geography MS TX State History MS Early US History
VA MS Early US History MS Modern US History
MS Modern World Geography
WA MS Early World Cultures MS WA State History MS Early US History
WDC MS Modern World Geography MS Ancient Civilizations MS Early US History
Algebra 1 is required for graduation, Algebra 2 is required by most colleges for admission. If you’re primarily interested in realworld-applications, Consumer Math is the course for you.
Math Analysis covers the same topics as Pre-Calculus, minus the introduction to Calculus at the end. If you may not continue on to Calculus, this is a good option to continue your advanced math studies. It does not rule out pursuing Calculus later.
Business Calculus covers the same content as traditional calculus topics, but focuses more on the business applications than the theory, so this may be a better fit if you’re interested more in how you will use calculus, and less why it works.
The most traditional pathway is Algebra-Geometry-Algebra 2, but some districts follow integrated pathways instead. If you’re considering transferring to another district, you may want to look into the Integrated pathway. Regardless, both pathways cover the same content and meet all college admissions requirements.
College admissions officers generally prefer students who have taken four years of math. However, unless your goal is to major in a STEM field, it usually doesn’t matter whether you’ve taken Calculus or Statistics. If you’d prefer to avoid analyzing a function in the near future, try Statistics.
For our California schools and students.
History/Social Science “a”
2 years required
African American History
Ancient Civilization Ancient Civilization Honors
Big History Project World History
Cultural Geography Cultural Geography Honors Government Government Honors* US History
US History Honors* Modern World History Modern World History Honors
English “b” 4 years required English 9 English 9 Honors
English 10 English 10 Honors English 11 English 11 Honors* English 12 English 12 Honors*
Mathematics “c” 3 years required 4 recommended
Algebra 1
Algebra 1 Honors
Algebra 1A Algebra 1B
Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors Business Calculus
Calculus
Calculus Honors*
Geometry
Geometry Honors
Integrated Math 1 Integrated Math 1 Honors Integrated Math 2 Integrated Math 2 Honors Integrated Math 3 Integrated Math 3 Honors Math Analysis with Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Honors* Statistics Statistics Honors* Trigonometry
Laboratory Science “d” 2 years required 3 recommended Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy and Physiology Honors* Astronomy Astronomy Honors* Biology
Biology Honors* Chemistry Chemistry Honors* Coding AB Conceptual Chemistry Conceptual Physics Earth Space Science Environmental Science Environmental Science Honors* Integrated Science 1 Integrated Science 1 Honors Integrated Science 2 Integrated Science 2 Honors* Integrated Science 3 Integrated Science 3 Honors* Marine Biology Organic Chemisty Organic Chemistry Honors* Physics Physics Honors* Zoology
Language Other than English “e” 2 years required 3 recommended American Sign Language 1 American Sign Language 1 Honors American Sign Language 2 American Sign Language 2 Honors American Sign Language 3 American Sign Language 3 Honors* American Sign Language 4 American Sign Language 4 Honors* American Sign Language 5 American Sign Language 5 Honors*
French 1
French 1 Honors
French 2 French 2 Honors
French 3 French 3 Honors*
French 4 French 4 Honors*
French 5 French 5 Honors* German 1 German 2 German 3 German 3 Honors German 4 German 4 Honors*
Hebrew 1
Hebrew 1 Honors
Hebrew 2
Hebrew 2 Honors
Hebrew 3
Hebrew 3 Honors*
Hebrew 4
Hebrew 4 Honors*
Italian 1 Italian 2 Italian 3
Italian 3 Honors
Japanese 1 Japanese 1 Honors
Japanese 2 Japanese 2 Honors
Japanese 3 Japanese 3 Honors*
Latin 1 Latin 1 Honors
Latin 2
Latin 2 Honors
Latin 3
Latin 3 Honors*
Latin 4 Latin 4 Honors*
Mandarin 1 Mandarin 1 Honors
Mandarin 2 Mandarin 2 Honors
Mandarin 3
Mandarin 3 Honors*
Mandarin 4 Mandarin 4 Honors*
Mandarin 5 Mandarin 5 Honors*
Spanish 1
Spanish 1 Honors
Spanish 2 Spanish 2 Honors
Spanish 3 Spanish 3 Honors*
Spanish 4 Spanish 4 Honors*
Spanish 5 Spanish 5 Honors*
Visual & Performing Arts “f”
1 year required
Acting
Advanced Digital Photography
Advanced Studio Arts
Advanced Recording Arts Animation Production
Art History
Digital Photography
DJ Performing Arts
Drama Fashion Design Game Design 2 Graphic Design Interior Design
Intro to Film and Media Music Appreciation Music Theory Music Theory Honors* Recording Arts
Studio Art Theater Appreciation Theatre, Cinema & Film Production Vocal Fundamentals Vocal Fundamentals 2
College-Preparatory Elective “g” 1 year required 3D Modeling Anthropology Authentic Research & Inquiry* Biotechnology Building Electronics Building Mechanics Business Communications Business Entrepreneurship Business Law Careers in Criminal Justice Coding Computer Programming Computer Programming 2 Computer Programming 3 Computer Science Controversies in American Politics Creative Writing Deaf Studies Early Childhood Education Economics Economics Honors* Engineering Film Studies Forensic Science Game Design 1 Global Perspectives Gothic Literature: Monster Stories Humanities Invention & Design Journalism Leadership Life Skills Management Marketing Mythology & Folklore: Legendary Tale Personal Narrative Philosophy Poetry
Positive Psychology Post-Secondary Exploration Psychology Research and Technical Writing Roadtrip Nation Robotics Screenwriting
Senior Capstone Social Entrepreneurship Social Justice Sociology Speech
Sports and Entertainment Marketing The Science and Practice of Mindfulness Veterinary Science: The Care of Animals Web Development Wellness
World Language Conversation
What is National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Eligibility?
Students who want the option to play sports during their first year at an NCAA Division I or II college must take specific courses that appear on a high school core course list. Fusion has a robust NCAA core course list for students to choose courses from when seeking eligibility. Speak with your Director of Student Development if your student will be seeking NCAA eligibility. Early planning is best due to strict course completion timelines. Fusion Academy NCAA Core Course List as of November, 2022:
English
English 9
English 9 Honors
English 10
English 10 Honors
English 11
English 11 Honors
English 12
English 12 Honors
Creative Writing Journalism Poetry Speech Social Studies
Ancient Civilizations
Ancient Civilizations Honors Anthropology Big History
Cultural Geography Cultural Geography Honors Economics Economics Honors Global Perspectives Government Government Honors
MD & US Government NJ US History 1 NJ US History 1 Honors NJ US History 2 NJ US History 2 Honors
Philosophy
Positive Psychology Psychology
Sociology
United States History
United States History Honors
VA & US Government
VA & US Government Honors
VA & US History
VA & US History Honors
World History World History Honors
Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1A (.5 max credits) Algebra 1B (.5 max credits) Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Honors Business Calculus Calculus Calculus Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Integrated Math 1 Integrated Math 1 Honors Integrated Math 2 Integrated Math 2 Honors Integrated Math 3 Integrated Math 3 Honors Math Analysis Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Honors Statistics Statistics Honors Trigonometry
Natural/Physical Science Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy and Physiology Honors Astronomy Astronomy Honors Biology Biology Honors Chemistry Chemistry Honors Conceptual Chemistry Conceptual Physics Earth Space Science Engineering Environmental Science Forensic Science Integrated Science 1
Integrated Science 1 Honors
Integrated Science 2
Integrated Science 2 Honors
Integrated Science 3
Integrated Science 3 Honors
Marine Biology Organic Chemistry Physics
Physics Honors Robotics Zoology
American Sign Language 1
American Sign Language 1 Honors
American Sign Language 2
American Sign Language 2 Honors
American Sign Language 3
American Sign Language 3 Honors
American Sign Language 4
American Sign Language 4 Honors
American Sign Language 5
American Sign Language 5 Honors
French 1
French 1 Honors
French 2
French 2 Honors
French 3
French 3 Honors
French 4
French 4 Honors
French 5
French 5 Honors
German 1
German 2
German 3
German 4
Hebrew 1
Hebrew 1 Honors
Hebrew 2
Hebrew 2 Honors
Hebrew 3
Hebrew 3 Honors
Hebrew 4
Hebrew 4 Honors
Italian 1
Italian 2
Italian 3
Italian 3 Honors
Japanese 1 Japanese 1 Honors
Japanese 2
Japanese 2 Honors
Japanese 3
Japanese 3 Honors
Latin 1 Latin 1 Honors
Latin 2 Latin 2 Honors
Latin 3 Latin 3 Honors
Latin 4 Latin 4 Honors
Mandarin 1 Mandarin 1 Honors
Mandarin 2 Mandarin 2 Honors
Mandarin 3
Mandarin 3 Honors
Mandarin 4
Mandarin 4 Honors
Mandarin 5
Mandarin 5 Honors
Spanish 1 Spanish 1 Honors
Spanish 2 Spanish 2 Honors
Spanish 3 Spanish 3 Honors
Spanish 4 Spanish 4 Honors
Spanish 5 Spanish 5 Honors
Discipline
Title Abbreviation Number
English Language Arts MS English 6 Eng6 306
English Language Arts MS English 7 Eng7 307
English Language Arts MS English 8 Eng8 308
English Language Arts MS Language Arts 6 LA6 306L
English Language Arts MS Language Arts 7 LA7 307L
English Language Arts MS Language Arts 8 LA8 308L
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Board Sports BrdSptMS 1009
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Foundations of Personal Fitness 6 IndPE6 1041
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Foundations of Personal Fitness 7 IndPE7 1042
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Foundations of Personal Fitness 8 IndPE8 1043
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Group PE 6 MSGroupPE6 1006
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Group PE 7 MSGroupPE7 1007
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Group PE 8 MSGroupPE8 1008
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Health HlthMS 1010
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Independent PE 6 IndPE6 1000
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Independent PE 7 IndPE7 1001
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Independent PE 8 IndPE8 1002
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Yoga 6 YogaMS6 1003
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Yoga 7 YogaMS7 1004
Health, PE, & Wellness MS Yoga 8 YogaMS8 1005
History Social Science MS Civics, Geography & Economics MSCiv 405
History Social Science MS Early US History MSUS1 406
History Social Science MS Early World Cultures MSMCult 409
History Social Science MS Early World History: Ancient Civilizations MSAnCiv 402
History Social Science MS E.W.H. Medieval & Early Modern History MSMedieval 401
History Social Science MS Modern Geography MSGEO1 419
History Social Science MS Modern US History MSUS2 407
History Social Science MS GA Modern Geography 1 MSGAMG 416
History Social Science MS GA Modern Geography 2 MSGAMG 417
History Social Science MS GA State History MSGAHST 401
History Social Science MS Minnesota Studies MSMNS 417
History Social Science MS NC & US History MSNCHST 415
History Social Science MS Texas State History MSTXH 403 History Social Science MS Washington State History MSWAHST 420
Math MS Course 1 MSMath1 106
Math MS Course 2 MSMath2 107
Level(s)
Semesters Reqs NCAA UC
P, E 2 None NA NA
P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA
L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 1 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA
P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 MS Course 1 or Placement NA NA
Discipline Title Abbreviation Number
Math MS Pre-Algebra MSPreA 108
Math Algebra 1 Alg1 111
Science MS Earth Science EarthSci 206
Science MS Integrated Science 1 MSIntSci1 216
Science MS Integrated Science 2 MSIntSci2 217
Science MS Integrated Science 3 MSIntSci3 218
Science MS Life Science LifeSci 207
Science MS Physical Science PhysSci 208
World Language MS American Sign Language MSASL 46
World Language MS French FrenMS 26
World Language MS Japanese Japn6 36
World Language MS Latin MSLatin 90
World Language MS Mandarin MSMandarin 80
World Language MS Spanish 1 SpanMS1 16
World Language MS World Language Dialogue MSLanDial 096
World Language MS German MSGERM 50
Electives MS 2D Studio Art MS2DStudArt 709
Electives MS Art 6 ArtMS6 706
Electives MS Art 7 ArtMS7 707
Electives MS Art 8 ArtMS8 708
Electives MS Career Exploration MSCarExpl 712
Electives MS Coding MSCoding 609
Electives MS Community Minds MSComMind 710
Electives MS Computer 6 CompMS6 606
Electives MS Computer 7 CompMS7 607
Electives MS Computer 8 CompMS8 608
Electives MS Digital Art & Design MSDigArt 709
Electives MS Digital Citizenship MSDigCit 719
Electives MS Digital Photography 6 MSDPhoto6 703
Electives MS Digital Photography 7 MSDPhoto7 704
Electives MS Digital Photography 8 MSDPhoto8 705
Electives
MS Exploring Business MSExplBus 713
Electives MS Exploring Health Sciences MSExplHeath 714
Electives MS Exploring Information Technology MSExplIT 716
Electives MS Game Design MSGameD 717
Electives MS Journalism MSJourn 718
Electives MS Music 6 MusicMS6 906
Electives MS Music 7 MusicMS7 907
P, E 2 MS Course 2 or Placement NA NA P, E 2 Pre-Algebra or Placement NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA L 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 1 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA P, E 2 None NA NA
Discipline
Electives
Electives
Mini Course
Mini Course
Mini Course
Mini Course
Title Abbreviation Number
MS Music 8 MusicMS8 908
MS Elective MSELC 8888
MS Mini Course: Intro to World Languages MSEMLANG 1992
MS Mini Course: Science in Real Life MSEMSCI 1991
MS Mini Course: Creative Writing: Short Stories MSEMWRI 1994
MS Mini Course: Art Studio MSEMART 1993
Mini Course
MS Mini Course: Campus Design Mini Course MSEM 1995
Discipline
Title Abbreviation Number
English English 9 Eng9 311
English English 10 Eng10 312
English English 11 Eng11 313
English English 12 Eng12 314
Personal Development Board Sports 1 BrdSpt1 1031
Personal Development Board Sports 2 BrdSpt2 1032
Personal Development Board Sports 3 BrdSpt3 1033
Personal Development Board Sports 4 BrdSpt4 1034
Personal Development Group Board Sports 1 GBrd1 1045
Personal Development Group Board Sports 2 GBrd2 1046
Personal Development Group Board Sports 3 GBrd3 1047
Personal Development Group Board Sports 4 GBrd4 1048
Personal Development Dance Dance 1040
Personal Development Foundations of Personal Fitness 1
Personal Development Foundations of Personal Fitness 2
Personal Development Foundations of Personal Fitness 3
Personal Development Foundations of Personal Fitness 4
Personal Development Group PE 1
FoundPE 1015
FoundPE2 1016
FoundPE3 1017
FoundPE4 1018
GroupPE1 1011
Personal Development Group PE 2 GroupPE2 1012
Personal Development Group PE 3 GroupPE3 1013
Personal Development Group PE 4 GroupPE4 1014
Personal Development Health Health 520
Personal Development Independent PE 1 InPE1 1111
Personal Development Independent PE 2 InPE2 1112
Personal Development Independent PE 3 InPE3 1113
Personal Development Independent PE 4 InPE4 1114
Personal Development PE & Health (FL Only) PEHlth 1030
Personal Development Yoga 1 Yoga 1021
Personal Development Yoga 2 Yoga 2 1022
Personal Development Yoga 3 Yoga 3 1023
Personal Development Yoga 4 Yoga 4 1024
Personal Development Personal Finance PerFin 172
Personal Development Work Experience WorkExp 570
Personal Development Executive Skills Execskills 513
Personal Development Life Skills LifSki 510
Personal Development Senior Capstone SrCap 515
Personal Development Community Minds ComMind 566
Personal Development Post-Secondary Exploration PSE 514
Personal Development Roadtrip Nation RdTrip 517
Personal Development Study Skills Study 511
Personal Development The Science and Practice of Mindfulness Mind 575
Personal Development Global Perspectives Global 766 Wellbeing Wellness Well 560 Wellbeing Wellbeing: Art WellArt 561 Wellbeing Wellbeing:
562 Wellbeing Wellbeing: Makers WellMakers 563 Wellbeing Wellbeing: Mindset WellMind 564
Discipline Title Abbreviation Number
History NJ US History 2 NJUS2 413
History VA & US Government VAUSGOV 435
History VA & US History VAUSH 414
History World History (TX) WHTX 422
Math Algebra 1 Alg1 111 Math Algebra 1 Extended Alg1A/B 114/115
Math Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Alg2 112
Math Business Calculus BCALC 143 Math Business Math BusMath 161 Math Calculus Calc 142 Math Consumer Math ConMath 162 Math Geometry Geo 121 Math Integrated Math 1 IntMath1 181 Math Integrated Math 2 IntMath2 182 Math Integrated Math 3 IntMath3 183 Math Math Analysis with Trigonometry MathAna 131 Math Math Models with Applications (TX only) MathMod 113
Math Pre-Algebra PreAlg 109 Math Pre-Calculus Pcalc 141 Math Statistics Stats 151 Math Trigonometry Trig 171
Science: Life Anatomy & Physiology AntPhys 261
Science: Physical Astronomy Astr 271
Science: Life Biology Bio 221
Science: Physical Chemistry Chem 241
Science: Physical Conceptual Chemistry ConChm 243
Science: Physical Conceptual Physics ConPhys 215
Science: Physical Earth Space Science ESSci 211
Science: Elective Engineering Engin 272
Science: Life Environmental Science EnvSci 251
Reqs NCAA UC 5 H, P, E 2 Honors: Grade B or higher in prior history course Yes NA 5 H, P, E 2 Honors: US History with grade B or higher Yes NA 5 P, E 2 Honors: Prior high school history course, grade B or higher Yes NA 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes No 5 H, P, E 2 Honors: Grade B or higher in Pre-Algebra & teacher recommendation Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Alg1 and Geometry; Honors: Grade B or higher in Pre-Calculus Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Math Analysis or Pre-Calculus Yes Yes 5 L 2 None No No 5 H, P, E 2 Pre-Calculus or Math Analysis with Trig Yes Yes 5 L 2 None No No 5 H, P, E 2 Alg1, Honors: Grade B or higher in Alg1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Honors: Grade B or higher in Pre-Algebra and teacher recommendation Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 IntMath1 or Alg1 Honors: Grade B or higher in IntMath1/Alg1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 IntMath2 or Geom, Honors: Grade B or higher in Intmath2/Geom Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Alg2 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Alg1, College prep only in Texas Yes Yes 5 L 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Alg2, Honors: Grade B or higher in Alg2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Alg2 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Alg2 & Geom Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Alg1, 1 year lab science Honors: Grade B or higher in previous lab science Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2
Geometry, 1 physical lab science Honors: Algebra 2 and grade B or higher in previous lab science Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Co: Alg1 Honors: Grade B or higher in previous lab science Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Geometry, 1 year lab science, Honors: Grade B or higher in previous lab science Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Alg1, 1 year lab science Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Alg1, 1 year lab science Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Co: Alg1 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Geom; Co: Alg2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Geometry, 1 year lab science Yes Yes
Science: Elective Forensic Science ForSci 225
Science: Physical Integrated Chemistry and Physics IntCP 242
Science: Life Marine Biology MarBio 222
Science: Physical Physics Phys 231
Science: Elective Regents Lab Course 281
Visual Performing Arts Acting Act 771
Visual Performing Arts Animation Production AnimP 631
Visual Performing Arts Art History ArtHis 762
Visual Performing Arts Digital Photography 1 Dphoto 741
Visual Performing Arts Digital Photography 2 DPhoto2 742
Visual Performing Arts Digital Photography 3 DPhoto3 743
Visual Performing Arts Digital Photography 4 DPhoto4 744
Visual Performing Arts Advanced Digital Photography AdPhoto 745
Visual Performing Arts Film Studies Film 715
Visual Performing Arts Graphic Design GraDes 731
Visual Performing Arts Portfolio Development Portfolio 795
Visual Performing Arts Studio Art 1 StuArt 751
Visual Performing Arts Studio Art 2 StuArt2 752
Visual Performing Arts Studio Art 3 StuArt3 753
Visual Performing Arts Studio Art 4 StuArt4 754
Visual Performing Arts Studio Art 5 StuArt5 755
Visual Performing Arts Advanced Studio Art AdStuArt 758
Visual Performing Arts Theater Appreciation TAPP 790
Visual Performing Arts Bass 1 Bass 961
Visual Performing Arts Bass 2 Bass2 962
Visual Performing Arts Drums 1 Drm1 941
Visual Performing Arts Drums 2 Drm2 942
Visual Performing Arts Guitar 1 Guit1 911
Visual Performing Arts Guitar 2 Guit2 912
Visual Performing Arts Music Appreciation MusApp 980
Visual Performing Arts Music Theory 1 Mthe 933
Visual Performing Arts Music Theory 2 MThe2 934
Visual Performing Arts Music Theory 3 MThe3 935
Visual Performing Arts Music Theory 4 MThe4 936
Visual Performing Arts Piano Piano 945
Visual Performing Arts Recording Arts 1 RART 922
Visual Performing Arts Recording Arts 2 RART2 923
Visual Performing Arts Recording Arts 3 RART3 924
Discipline Title Abbreviation Number
Visual Performing Arts Recording Arts 4 RART4 925
Visual Performing Arts Advanced Recording Arts AdRArt 926
Visual Performing Arts Songwriting SONG 953
Visual Performing Arts Vocal Fundamentals 1 VocFund 954
Visual Performing Arts Vocal Fundamentals 2 VocFund2 955
Visual Performing Arts Fashion Design FASDESA 756
Visual Performing Arts Interior Design INTERDES 757
Visual Performing Arts Theatre, Cinema & Film Production THECINFILM 720
World Language American Sign Language 1 ASL1 41
World Language American Sign Language 2 ASL2 42
World Language American Sign Language 3 ASL3 43
World Language American Sign Language 4 ASL4 44
World Language American Sign Language 5 ASL5 45
World Language French 1 Fren1 21
World Language French 2 Fren2 22
World Language French 3 Fren3 23
World Language French 4 Fren4 24
World Language French 5 Fren5 25
World Language German 1 Germ1 61
World Language German 2 Germ2 62
World Language German 3 Germ3 63
World Language German 4 Germ4 64
World Language German 5 Germ5 65
World Language Hebrew 1 Hebr1 71
World Language Hebrew 2 Hebr2 72
World Language Hebrew 3 Hebr3 73
World Language Hebrew 4 Hebr4 74
World Language Italian 1 Ita1 51
World Language Italian 2 Ita2 52
World Language Italian 3 Ita3 53
World Language Japanese 1 Japn1 31
World Language Japanese 2 Japn2 32
World Language Japanese 3 Japn3 33
World Language Latin 1 Latin1 91
World Language Latin 2 Latin2 92
World Language Latin 3 Latin3 93
World Language Latin 4 Latin4 94
World Language Mandarin 1 Man1 81
World Language Mandarin 2 Man2 82
Credits Level(s) Semesters Reqs NCAA UC 5 L 2 Recording Arts 3 No No 5 P, E 2 Recording Arts No Yes 5 L 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 Vocal Fundamentals No Yes 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 ASL1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 ASL2, Honors: Grade B or higher in ASL2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 ASL3, Honors: Grade B or higher in ASL3 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 ASL 4; Honors: Grade B or higher in ASL 4 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 French 1, Honors: Grade B or higher in French 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 French 2, Honors: Grade B or higher in French 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 French 3, Honors: Grade B or higher in French 3 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 French 4, , Honors: Grade B or higher in French 4 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 German 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 German 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 German 3 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 German 4 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Hebrew 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Hebrew 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Hebrew 3 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Italian 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Italian 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Japn1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Japn2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Latin 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Latin 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Latin 3 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Mandarin 1 Yes Yes
Discipline Title Abbreviation Number
World Language Mandarin 3 Man3 83
World Language Mandarin 4 Man4 84
World Language Mandarin 5 Man5 85
World Language Spanish 1 Span1 11
World Language Spanish 2 Span2 12
World Language Spanish 3 Span3 13
World Language Spanish 4 Span4 14
World Language Spanish 5 Span5 15
World Language World Language Conversations LanConv 98
Elective Business Business Communications Bcomm 577
Elective Business Business Entrepreneurship BEntr 572
Elective Business Business Law Blaw 582
Elective Business Management Mgmt 576
Elective Business Marketing Market 578
Elective Business Sports and Entertainment Marketing PerFin 579
STEM Elective 3D Modeling 3DMod 614
STEM Elective Biotechnology BioT 584
STEM Elective Coding Coding 583
STEM Elective Computer Programming 1 Compprg 621
STEM Elective Computer Programming 2 Compprg2 622
STEM Elective Computer Science ComSci 611
STEM Elective Game Design 1 GDsgn1 585
STEM Elective Game Design 2 GDsgn2 586
STEM Elective Robotics Robot 275
STEM Elective Web Development WebDev 587
STEM Elective Veterinary Science: The Care of Animals VETSCI 226
Humanities Elective African American History AfAmHist 768
Humanities Elective Anthropology ANTH 765
Humanities Elective Creative Writing CreaWrit 324
Humanities Elective Economics Econ 431
Humanities Elective Journalism Journ 327
Humanities Elective Philosophy Phil 545
Humanities Elective Poetry Poet 323
Humanities Elective Positive Psychology PosPsyc 763
Humanities Elective Psychology Psych 761
Humanities Elective Research and Technical Writing RTexWrit 322
Humanities Elective Sociology Soci 760
Credits Level(s) Semesters Reqs
5 H, P, E 2 Mandarin 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Mandarin 3 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Mandarin 4 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Spanish 1 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Spanish 2 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Spanish 3 Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 2 Spanish 4 Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 1 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 1 None No Yes 5 P, E 1 None No No 5 L 1 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 Computer Science Recommended No Yes 5 P, E 2 Computer Programming 1 or teacher approval No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P, E 2 Algebra 1; Computer Science recommended No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No No 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 5 P, E 1 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 English 10 or teacher approval Yes Yes 5 H, P, E 1 Honors: US History or Government, grade B or higher Yes Yes 5 P, E 1 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 English 10, World History or Cultural Geography Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 Psychology recommended Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None Yes Yes 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 US History recommended Yes Yes
Humanities Elective Screenwriting Screen 781
Humanities Elective Gothic Literature: Monster Stories GOTHLIT 328
Humanities Elective Mythology & Folklore: Legendary Tales MYTHFOLK 329
Service Electives Careers in Criminal Justice CrimJust 589
Service Electives Controversies in American Politics PoliSci 433
Service Electives Deaf Studies DFStud 97
Service Electives Social Entrepreneurship SocEntre 574
Service Electives Social Justice SocJus 776
Service Elective Early Childhood Education EARCHILDEDUB 521
Learning Lab Makerspace MKRSPC 780
Learning Lab Tech Lab TechLab 782
Learning Lab Open Art Studio OpenArt 783
Learning Lab Post-Secondary Guidance PSG 784
Learning Lab Academic Study Skills AcadStudy 785
Expert Mini-course HS Mini Course: Forensic Science: Deconstructing the CSI Effect EMFORSCI 991
Expert Mini-course HS Mini Course: Political Science Media & Politics EMPOLISCI 992
Expert Mini-course HS Mini Course: Studio Art: Developing your own Portfolio EMSTUART 993
Expert Mini-course HS Mini Course: Writing the Great American Novel EMWRITING 994
Expert Mini-course HS Mini Course: Campus Design Mini Course EM 995
5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 1 None No Yes 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 None 5 P, E 2 US History Recommended No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P, E 1 None No Yes 5 P, E 2 None No Yes 5 P.E 1 None No Yes 1 L 10 weeks None No No 1 L 10 weeks None No No 1 L 10 weeks None No No 1 L 10 weeks None No No 1 L 10 weeks None No No 2.5 L 0.5 None No No 2.5 L 0.5 None No No 2.5 L 0.5 None No No 2.5 L 0.5 None No No 2.5 L 0.5 None No No