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Tenth Grade

Full-time students register for 10th grade Core (includes every course listed) Part-time students register for Individual courses (courses may be taken by older students after approval)


**Courses offered dependent on enrollment

10th Grade Core

HUM5: History/Literature V: Medieval

ALGII: Algebra II

CHEM1: General Chemistry

RHETI: Rhetoric II

LEA10: Leadership 10th/11th grade

Visual Art VI

Music VI

PE VI

Foreign Language: French, Spanish, Greek, or Latin options

2 Electives per semester (see choices in course descriptions, administration will direct student choices)

History/Literature V (HUM5): Medieval

Students will continue their chronological study of history with the medieval period. In this second cycle through the medieval world, students will be exposed to the greatest works of Late Antiquity, the High Middle Ages, and the Italian Renaissance. Students will read selections from Augustine’s magisterial, City of God, and will engage with Dante’s Divine Comedy. This course will give special attention to the intellectual developments through the High Middle Ages with the Golden Age of Islam, the rise of scholasticism and “the doctor”, Thomas Aquinas, and the pre-reform movements from figures such as Dante, Jan Huss, John Wycliffe, as well as the developments of the magisterial reformation through Martin Luther, John Calvin, and John Knox.

Parent Role: Guide for dependent/independent study
Prerequisites: 10th grade or equivalent;
Credit Hrs: 2 (1 history credit, 1 English credit)

Tenth GRADE- Math: Algebra II (ALGII)

Algebra II is an intermediate to advanced algebra and trigonometry course to deepen and expand concepts learned in Algebra I and Geometry and is foundational for calculus. This course utilized applications and problems both imaginative and from the real world to cover topics such as complex functions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, higher degree polynomials, probability, and data analysis.

Parent Role: Guide for dependent/independent study
Prerequisites: Algebra I or equivalent
Credit Hrs: 1

General Chemistry (CHEMI)

General Chemistry students will use a mastery-learning method for high school students to foster an understanding and love of chemistry. Students will use interactive activities and lab experiments to integrate concepts with the scientific process. Students will not only conduct experiments, but also learn how to write excellent full scientific lab reports. Key concepts include: atoms, states of matter, forces (electrical and kinetic), scientific measurements and techniques, periodic law, chemical bonding, reactions and solutions, gas laws, acids/bases, redox equations and reactions.

Parent Role: Guide for Dependent/Independent study
Prerequisites: 10th grade or above
Credit Hrs: 1

Rhetoric II (RHET201) *One Semester

In Rhetoric II, students will be given opportunity to integrate their logical and rhetorical skills through the practice of debate. The frequent debates given throughout the semester will train students in research, logical reasoning, and persuasive argument, while giving extensive practice in extemporaneous speaking, public speaking, and the virtue of charity. This class may be seen as a synthesis of previous logic and rhetoric courses as students must integrate the three appeals to speak authoritatively and accurately (logos), passionately (pathos), and with credibility (ethos).

Parent Role: Guide for dependent/independent study
Prerequisites: Rhetoric I or equivalant
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Leadership 11 (Lea11)

Students will continue apologetics and hermeneutics through study of Deuteronomy and Hebrews discussing the role of Old Testament Law, as well as engage in works such as Instruments in the Hands of the Redeemer, Peacemaker, and Life Together. They will apply their leadership knowledge by writing a research paper on the role of OT law and through discipling a younger student.

Parent Role: Guide for Dependent/Independent study
Prerequisites: 11th grade or equivalent
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Music VI (MU601)

History: Students will survey non-classical American musical genres (Folk, Blues, Jazz, etc.). Performance/Theory: As students continue to sing a variety of melodies they will engage in deeper levels of musical analysis. Fundamentals of Harmony III – Students will study the basic components of diatonic harmonic analysis: scale and chord structure. They will continue to sing with solfeggio syllables and begin using solfeggio syllables as a music-reading tool. Solo and ensemble performances will be given using voice, recorder, and other instruments students have learned through private study.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Visual Art VI (A601)

In Visual art, students will develop an appreciation and understanding of art as they continue exploring great artists through modern times. Student will develop an appreciation of beauty, creativity, color, line, texture, composition as they are exposed to different art mediums and techniques. They will have fun and be inspired as they enjoy art in its various forms, both through learning from the masters and also creating original pieces.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Electives (core students enrolled in 2 electives/semester)

Foreign Language Elective (students needs a total of 3 years of a foreign language)

Latin I (Lat101)

Latin Alive I makes Latin come alive for both students who have studied Latin (such as students who have completed the Latin for Children curriculum) and for those who have not been introduced to Latin. It creates student enjoyment by illustrating the relevance of Latin in history, ancient and contemporary culture, the Romance languages, English derivatives, and the grammatical structure of English. Students will see in multiple ways the benefits of Latin study. Grammar is presented in small, digestible sections that are clearly illustrated and explained. The blend of grammatical training and reading of original Latin texts that will help maintain student interest and impart skill, capacity, and mastery. 

Parent Role: guide for dependent study
Prerequisites: 6th grade and up, previous Latin exposure recommended. Students may be placed in Latin for Children B or C upon request
Credit Hrs: 1

Latin II (Lat201)

Latin Alive II creates student enjoyment by illustrating the relevance of Latin in history, ancient and contemporary culture, the Romance languages, English derivatives, and the grammatical structure of English. Students will see in multiple ways the benefits of Latin study. Grammar is presented in small, digestible sections that are clearly illustrated and explained. The blend of grammatical training and reading of original Latin texts that will help maintain student interest and impart skill, capacity, and mastery. 

Parent Role: Guide for Dependent Study
Prerequisites: Latin I
Credit Hrs: 1

Latin III (Lat301)

Latin Alive III creates student enjoyment by illustrating the relevance of Latin in history, ancient and contemporary culture, the Romance languages, English derivatives, and the grammatical structure of English. The blend of grammatical training and reading of original Latin texts that will help maintain student interest and impart skill, capacity, and mastery. This third year of latin for logic/rhetoric students will prepare students for the National Latin Exam and the Latin Advanced Placement Exam should students choose to take these exams.

Parent Role: Guide for Dependent Study
Prerequisites: Latin II
Credit Hrs: 1

Other Foreign Language Electives (online options)

Greek

French

Spanish

Other Electives

Physical Education VI (P601)

Students will advance in their fitness skills and develop further understanding of rules and techniques of games and sports. They will develop a joy of play as they learn to work in teams and use good sportsmanship. Course offered fall and spring semester.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Health and nutrition (hn101) *Fall semester

Students will further study basic nutrition and health. Topics include: stewardship, hygiene, healthy eating, exercise, puberty, and sexual education.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none, but students must take one semester for graduation
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Drama elective (Drama) *spring semester

Students will develop an appreciation for theater as they study play production, costuming and props through drama. Students will have the opportunity to explore the stage as they recreate a theatrical production taken from a classic story. Course offered spring semester.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Executive Function Skills (efs101) *not offered 2018-2019

This semester course will expand on skills taught in the leadership course. Students will focus on applying executive function skills essential to succeeding academically in the rhetoric years. Skills will include: time management, note taking, organization, test taking, and reading skills across different genres. Course offered fall semester.

Parent Role: motivator/encourager
Prerequisites: none
Credit Hrs: 0.5

Further Electives available via online courses-administration will work with students individually