Sci-Fi/Fantasy Literature: Step into worlds of wonder, adventure, and imagination in this year-long exploration of science fiction and fantasy literature. From medieval enchantments to futuristic discoveries, this course examines how authors use speculative storytelling to explore human nature, morality, and the limits of possibility. Through studying classic and modern works, students will analyze themes of heroism, technology, power, and the unknown while developing critical reading, discussion, and analytical writing skills. Along the way, we will consider how these fantastical tales reflect real-world ideas, fears, and aspirations. Whether journeying to distant planets, magical realms, or alternate histories, students will discover why these genres continue to captivate readers and shape the way we see our own world.

Min/Max: 8/14 students

Meets: Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free—Course Fee: $470. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or a payment plan of $210 must be selected, payable by July 1 and November 1.

Recommended credits: 1.0 (covers both literature and composition)

Reading List (subject to change): A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Shakespeare); The Time Machine (Wells); A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court (Twain); Out of the Silent Planet (Lewis); The Hobbit (Tolkien); The Martian Chronicles (Bradbury); I, Robot (Asimov); The Book of the Dun Cow (Wangerin); The Crystal Cave (Stewart); Eragon (Paolini); The Rithmatist (Sanderson)

All payments are non-refundable

This class is an exciting introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Beginning with the basics of the alphabet and frequently used salutations, we’ll learn a foundation of vocabulary, verbs, and the fundamentals of Spanish grammar (conjugating verbs in present and past tenses, subject/verb and subject/adjective agreement, object pronouns, and idiomatic expressions). Students will learn through written text, conversation, song, and other media outlets. Students will study Spanish-speaking countries and artists throughout the year. Ideally, by the end of the course, the student should be able to have a simple conversation about themselves, their family, and what they like.

There is no prerequisite for this class.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $500. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $225 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, PayPal, and Venmo

 Recommended credit: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 12:00 - 12:55

Required Books:  Breaking the Spanish Barrier: Level 1 (workbook only – the online access is not suitable for this class) https://tobreak.com/products/spanish-level-1-beginner-book-student-edition

All Payments are non-refundable

Study Hall is available for study/work on classes or homework. You must select a study hall if you are on campus between classes that you are registered to attend.

Coursestorm Online Registration is free: The yearly Study Hall fee is $40, payable on July 1.

Course Meets: Tuesdays at 12:00 PM

All Payments are non-refundable!

Study Hall is available for study/work on classes or homework. You must select a study hall if you are on campus between classes that you are registered to attend.

Coursestorm Online Registration is free: The yearly Study Hall fee is $40, payable on July 1.

Course Meets: Thursdays at 12:00 pm

All Payments are non-refundable

The primary goal of this American History course is to learn and understand the history of the United States from the first Americans to the present day. Students should be able to identify the major themes in American History and explain their importance at each stage in the development of the United States. We will start at the beginning with the First Americans. We will continue our quest of exploring the Americas, Colonial America, The Spirit of Independence, and the American Revolution. After visiting those times, we will then head into The American Revolution, The Constitution, Growth and Expansion, Manifest Destiny, the Split between the North and South, and the Civil War. After the Civil War, we will dive into the Westward Movement, the Industrial Age, The Rise to World Power, WWI, the Great Depression, WWII, The Cold War, Civil Rights, Vietnam, and all the way to TODAY… An honors option will be available for an additional fee.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $520/Honors $550. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $235 payable by July 1 and November 1. Honors will be $250 due July 1 and $250 due November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 12:00 PM - 12:55 PM

Required materials: America: The Last Best Hope (Volume I  https://a.co/d/8LeTh5V and Volume II https://a.co/d/f5AtU6F ) by William J Bennett.  Audio versions are available through Audible.

All Payments are non-refundable!

With an emphasis on connecting creation to the Creator, this Advanced Biology, Human Anatomy, and Physiology curriculum is intended for those who have successfully completed high school biology and have a basic understanding of chemistry.  Sixteen modules cover a review of cell structure, protein synthesis, and mitosis, then explore histology, the integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Student text includes study questions, laboratory exercises, and illustrated module study guides, along with some interesting case studies. Exercises from the Kaplan Anatomy Coloring Book are incorporated as well.  Microscope labs on histology, dissections (sheep heart, cow eye, fetal pig), and structural memorization, along with videos, hands-on mechanical working projects, and lectures, connect the text reading to discussions and observations.  Honors option available. 

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $500. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $225 payable by July 1 and November 1. 

Additional Fees: $40 dissection/lab fee, payable upon registration.

Accepted Payment Methods: Checks, Cash, Venmo, and Zelle

Recommended credits: 1.0

Prerequisite:  Biology (some chemistry helpful)

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm

Required Materials: Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body 2nd ed. Text from Amazon.com (ISBN 13:  978-1935495727)  Student workbook at Amazon.com https://a.co/d/9N6giW5, and Kaplan Anatomy Coloring book 9th edition (google search).

All Payments are non-refundable

This course is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts. It develops advanced algebra skills such as systems of equations, advanced polynomials, imaginary and complex numbers, quadratics, and concepts and includes the study of trigonometric functions. It also introduces matrices and their properties. The content of this course is important for students’ success on both the ACT and college mathematics entrance exams.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free—Course Fee: $550. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $250 payable by July 1 and November 1—a $25 lab and print fee is required.

Acceptable forms of Payment: Venmo, Zelle, Cash or Check 

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 1:00 pm - 1:55 om

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Required Materials: $25 lab fee and printable notes, a textbook to a pdf will be linked in Canvas.

All Payments are non-refundable

This year-long, interactive, personalized course aims to educate those with minimal knowledge of Sign Language, advancing each student into a wide range of communication skills. While teaching thousands of signs throughout the course, there will also be a significant emphasis on cultural awareness – Understanding the meaning behind signs and cultural norms in the deaf community. Additionally, students will learn the best ways to retain sign material, develop critical receptive skills, use facial expressions corresponding to various signs and topics, practice building basic introductory sentences, and understand how to approach interactions through a visual perspective. From the start, this fun and engaging course ensures the rapid growth of each student's signing knowledge & abilities, consistently surpassing expectations. The underlying goal is to minimize and ultimately eliminate barriers to communication in exchanges with Deaf & hard of hearing individuals.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free—Course Fee: $500. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $225 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, Zelle, PayPal, and Venmo

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesdays - 1:00 - 1:55

Required Materials: Students must create a free account on Microsoft Teams. All other course materials will be provided by the instructor.

All Payments are non-refundable

Section A is a one-day-a-week course meeting on Tuesdays.