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This peer instruction-based course covers the fundamentals of geoscience literacy, how the Earth works and how it’s various systems – the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere – interact to form our complex world. many of the most complex and interesting scientific problems of this century, such as energy resources, water supply and climate change, require…
Read More about On Ramps Earth and Space Science.The history of the United States 1492-1865 (Fall) and history of the United States Since 1865 (Spring) are two college courses that comprise junior year history. Students take on the role of historian to discuss, analyze and reflect on the unique history of the United States of America, exploring the scope and depth of the…
Read More about On Ramps US History.Advanced Placement Research, the second course in the AP Capstone Experience, allows students to explore an academic real-world topic, problem, or issue of individual interest in depth. Through this mentored inquiry, students design, plan, and conduct a year-long mentored, research based investigation. In the AP Research course, students further their skills acquired in the AP…
Read More about Advanced Placement Research.Advanced Placement Seminar, and elective course, is a foundational course that equips students with the power to accurately and precisely analyze and evaluate information, develop skills to think critically and creatively, research, explore, pose solutions, develop arguments, collaborate and communicate using various media and perspectives. Through a cross curricular lens, students consider multiple points of…
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Read More about Protected: Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture.In this course, designed specifically for Spanish speakers, students will engage in a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes the four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) as they advance their proficiency in Spanish. Through a variety of authentic materials, including literature, music, and current events, students will develop critical thinking skills, expand their vocabulary, and…
Read More about Spanish for Spanish Speakers IV.In this course, designed specifically for Spanish speakers, students will engage in a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes the four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) as they advance their proficiency in Spanish. Through a variety of authentic materials, including literature, music, and current events, students will develop critical thinking skills, expand their vocabulary, and…
Read More about Spanish for Spanish Speakers IV.The Earth Systems Science course is designed to build on students’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop their understanding of Earth’s systems. These systems (the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere) interact through time to produce the Earth’s landscapes, climate, and resources. Students explore the geologic history of individual dynamic systems through the…
Read More about Earth Systems Science.Students develop an understanding of landscape design and management techniques and practices. To prepare for careers in horticultural systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.
Read More about Landscape Design and Management.This two-semester, six college-credit writing intensive sequence features a fall semester course in argumentation, which is essential to leadership communication skills. It is followed by a spring semester topics course, which furthers students’ writing in their application of rhetorical skill by analyzing texts related to American identities. Over the two courses, students will research and…
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