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

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!

CANCELED FOR THE 24/25 academic year.

Algebra 1 is about looking for patterns, analyzing data, and making generalizations from that study. Therefore, students will spend time looking at variables, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, functions, and their real-world representations. This math course lays the foundation for math literacy and for other math courses to come. 

Additional Fee: $40 for class supplies & materials

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $520. 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.

Acceptable forms of Payment: Check, Cash, Venmo

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday

Required Materials: Big Ideas Math – Algebra 1 (ISBN: 9781642088496) and Calculator (a graphing calculator is the best option but not necessary)

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.

Acceptable forms of Payment: Venmo and Zelle

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday

Required Materials: Prentice Hall Mathematics: Algebra 2, All-in-one Student Workbook.      https://a.co/d/haRHorO

All Payments are non-refundable

This year-long, one-day-a-week, interactive, personalized course aims to educate those who have minimal knowledge of Sign Language, moving to advance each student into a wide range of communication skills. While teaching thousands of signs throughout the course, there will also be a major emphasis put 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 important receptive skills, learn to use facial expressions that correspond to a wide variety of signs and topics, practice building basic introductory sentences, and understand how to approach interactions through visual perspective. From the start, this fun and engaging course ensures the rapid growth of each student's signing knowledge & abilities, always 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: $450. 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 $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

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

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesdays

Required Materials: Students will need to 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.

This year-long, one-day-a-week, interactive, personalized course aims to educate those who have minimal knowledge of Sign Language, moving to advance each student into a wide range of communication skills. While teaching thousands of signs throughout the course, there will also be a major emphasis put 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 important receptive skills, learn to use facial expressions that correspond to a wide variety of signs and topics, practice building basic introductory sentences, and understand how to approach interactions through visual perspective. From the start, this fun and engaging course ensures the rapid growth of each student's signing knowledge & abilities, always 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: $450. 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 $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

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

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Thursdays

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

All Payments are non-refundable

Section B is a one-day-a-week course meeting on Thursdays.

Explore the captivating world of cinema in this foundational course. Whether you’re a seasoned cinephile or a curious beginner, this class will deepen your understanding of film as an art form, a cultural artifact, and a powerful means of communication.

Practical Components:

•  Film History: From silent films to blockbusters, discover pivotal moments and influential filmmakers.
• Aesthetics and Style: Investigate visual techniques, mise-en-scène, and the language of cinema.
• Narrative Strategies: Analyze storytelling structures, character arcs, and plot devices.
• Film Analysis: Develop critical skills to dissect and interpret visual storytelling, cinematography, editing, sound, and narrative structures.
• Genres and Movements: Explore various film genres (from classic Hollywood to global cinema) and significant cinematic movements.
• Representation and Identity: Discuss how films reflect and shape cultural norms, identities, and social issues.
• Production Basics: Gain insights into the filmmaking process, including pre-production, production, and post-production.
• Film Industry: Explore the business side of filmmaking, distribution, and exhibition.

Additional Components:

• Screenings: Watch and discuss classic and contemporary films.
• Writing Assignments: Craft thoughtful analyses and reviews.
• Hands-On Projects: Experiment with basic filmmaking techniques.

By the end of this course, you’ll have a richer appreciation for the magic that unfolds on the silver screen. Lights, camera, action! An Honors Option is available for an additional fee.

Required Materials: No textbook is required for this course. All material is teacher-provided. Students must have consistent access to a computer with a printer to print some material. Students must have the ability to view assigned films which may include paying to stream (Netflix, Youtube, etc) & a phone, camera, or computer with basic recording capability.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $440/Honors $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 select a payment plan of $195 payable by July 1 and November 1/Honors payment plan of $210 payable July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: CashApp, Venmo,  PayPal, Cash, and Check OR select the monthly payment fee schedule option.

 Recommended Credit:  1.0 

Course Meets: Tuesdays Block 5: 1-1:55 pm

 Required Materials: Teacher-provided material, consistent access to a computer with a printer, the ability to view assigned films, which may include paying to stream (Netflix, Youtube, etc), AND a phone, camera, or computer with recording ability

All Payments are non-refundable

This class is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of philosophical thought patterns throughout history. While we will not strictly be examining the people behind each philosophical movement (i.e., Plato, Aristotle, etc.- though we will touch upon many), we will look at distinct periods of time and the philosophical frameworks that dominated those periods. The core of our studies will examine the philosophical frameworks of theism, Deism, Secular Humanism, Nihilism, Existentialism, Pantheism, the New Age, and Post-Modernism. Using eight basic questions from James Sire’s book The Universe Next Door (6th edition), students will learn how each of these philosophical frameworks answers these distinct questions and how to apply these questions to all worldviews, both old and new (some other examples include Epicureanism, Stoicism, Marxism, Pragmatism, Relativism, etc.) We will illustrate each of these philosophical frameworks by interacting with movie clips relevant to each, readings from various sources, and excerpts from different books/articles. There will be weekly readings, video clips, robust class discussions, quizzes, and a mid-term/paper and final paper/project. This class will be taught from a Christian perspective.

Additional Fees: $20 for teacher-created handouts and copies from various sources. Payable with the July 1st payment.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $400. 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 $175 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Acceptable forms of Payment:  Cash, check, Zelle, Venmo

Recommended Credit: 1

Required Materials: Students are to purchase James Sire’s book The Universe Next Door (6th edition- also available as an audiobook on Audible). https://a.co/d/2dpWnQT

Students will need to utilize the Internet (YouTube) and a computer (Microsoft Word or similar word processing program, Google Slides, PowerPoint, etc.) to complete homework assignments. A three-ring binder or notebook for handouts is also required.

 All Payments are non-refundable

Description:  This course is designed as a second-year life science course for high schoolers who already have an understanding of biology.  Students will learn about the physical structure and chemistry of the ocean, the diversity of ocean life, including all the zones included in marine ecology, and the scope and impact of human interactions with our oceans. We will discuss preservation, stewardship, balance, and innovations with modern tech, as well as current events.  Laboratory activities reinforce the concepts and principles presented. Dissections and observations will include microscopic plankton observation, bioluminescence, coral, sponge, sea star, clam, squid, and dogfish shark.  We will explore Marine occupations, perform a mock Sea Turtle rescue, and learn a little about SC shore ecology as an added fun learning bonus! 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 lab fee, payable upon registration.

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

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday

Prerequisite: Biology

Required Materials: Apologia Exploring Creation with Marine Biology  (softcover 2nd ed), https://www.christianbook.com/exploring-creation-with-marine-biology/sherri-seligson/9781946506610/pd/506610?event=Homeschool%7C1002439 or Hardcover 2nd ed. https://a.co/d/2PZe6zI and Student Notebook (2nd ed). https://a.co/d/5azarrO 

All Payments are non-refundable