HIGH SCHOOL

2024-2025 COURSE GUIDE

Faith. Service. Excellence Lexington Christian Academy

450 West Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40503
www.lexingtonchristian.org
 LCA HIGH SCHOOL COURSE GUIDE 2024-2025
Course Guide Purpose
The purpose of this guide is to familiarize students and parents with the curricular offerings of LCA high school. All of
these courses, however, are not guaranteed to become part of the master schedule each year. LCA offers many courses, all
of which seek to provide students with knowledge, understanding, and an integration of God’s truth in all subject areas.

Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Lexington Christian Academy’s High School, a student must earn 25.5 credits. LCA’s
graduation requirements are aligned with the Kentucky Pre-College Curriculum (PCC) guidelines. Specific requirements
are as follows:

In PDF document, click the Subject Area title to be taken to that section of course descriptions.

SUBJECT AREA LCA REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION TOTAL 25.5 CREDITS

Bible 4 credits1
4 credits (English I/IH, II/IIH, III/IIIH/AP English Language, and IV/AP English
English
Literature/Dual Credit)
Communication 0.5 credit of Public Speaking
Math 4 credits2 (must include minimum of Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and 1 additional credit)
3 credits (Biology, Conceptual Physics and Chemistry) OR (Biology, Chemistry and Science
Science
Elective)
Social Studies 3 credits (World Civilizations, US History, 0.5 credit Government, 0.5 credit Economics)
Health 0.5 credit (1 semester)
Physical Education 0.5 credit (1 semester)
Arts & Humanities 1 credit2 (visual arts, performing arts, media arts classes, ethics/philosophy, elective Latin)3
2 credits2 (both years must be same language; if level I credit is earned in 8th grade, levels II
World Languages
and III must be completed in HS)
Electives 3 credits

ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1
Students who transfer after grade nine will not be required to make up the missing Bible credits.
2
Students are required to take four credits of Math, two credits of World Languages and one credit of Art & Humanities
while enrolled in High School, even if they have earned HS credit in 8th grade.
3
Courses that fulfill the Arts & Humanities requirement are identified in the descriptions with ℋ and include:
• Visual Arts: 2D Art I-III, 3-D Art I-III, Printmaking, Advanced Studio Art, AP Art History, AP Studio Art, History of the Visual and
Performing Arts
• Performing Arts: Chorus, Drama, Instrumental Music, Piano, Guitar, AP Music Theory
• Media Arts: Digital Photo I and II, Graphic Design Software, Video Editing & Special Effects
• Other: Mock Trial, Introduction to Law, Latin I and II (if not for WL credit), AP Human Geography, Yearbook, Newspaper

GRADING
GRADE RANGE COLLEGE PREP (CP) HONORS
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
and DUAL CREDIT (DC)
A 90 - 100 4.0 4.5 5.0
B 80 - 89 3.0 3.5 4.0
C 70 - 79 2.0 2.5 3.0
D 65 - 69 1.0 1.5 2.0
F 64 and below 0 0 0 / 1.0 for DC
TI Temporary Incomplete (placeholder grade on report card pending completion of work or assessments)

Class Rank: LCA does not rank students except for Valedictorian and Salutatorian for graduation. The weighted
cumulative GPA is used for determining Valedictorian and Salutatorian, as well as graduation honors.
TYPES OF COURSES

College Prep Courses: Most of LCA’s courses are college prep and are weighted on a 4.0 scale.

Honors Courses: Honors courses have required prerequisites. Please refer to the specific course description for details.
Honors courses are weighted with a +0.5 quality point in the weighted cumulative GPA (A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5, D=1.5).

Advanced Placement Courses: AP courses are weighted with a +1.0 quality point in the weighted cumulative GPA (i.e.,
A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, F=0). In the unweighted cumulative GPA, an AP class has a regular value (i.e. A=4, B=3, C=2,
D=1, and F= 0). AP courses have required prerequisites. Please refer to the specific course description for details.

Dual Credit: Dual Credit courses earn both high school credit toward graduation from LCA and college credit which
may be transferred to the student’s chosen college upon high school graduation. Dual Credit course content and
procedures are not under the control of LCA and students must adhere to all policies of the partnering college/university,
including class attendance. Dual Credit courses taken in fulfillment of graduation requirements are weighted on the same
scale as Advanced Placement courses in the weighted cumulative GPA, with the state-mandated exception that a grade of
F factors in at 1.0, and have required prerequisites. Students must apply for admission to the partner college/university
through which the Dual Credit course is taught. Students who elect to enroll in Dual Credit courses, either in fulfillment of
LCA graduation requirements or as electives, must also be enrolled in five (5) on-campus LCA courses each semester.

LCA offers select Dual Credit courses on-campus in partnership with area colleges and universities, but students may also
request approval to independently enroll in a Dual Credit course that is not available at LCA through a program of their
choice. Students should not enroll in the course until the request has been reviewed and the course and program are
approved. Grades and credits for Dual Credit courses taken as electives will be included on the LCA transcript and
included in Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) calculation but will not factor into the cumulative GPA
for the purpose of determining graduation honors.

Tuition for dual credit courses is charged by and payable directly to the providing college/university and is the
responsibility of the student’s family, in addition to LCA tuition. LCA does not offer a prorated tuition discount to
subsidize Dual Credit enrollment. The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) offers a non-need-,
non-merit-based Dual Credit Scholarship. Students are responsible for applying for the DCS through their myKHEAA
account. The DCS covers up to two (2) dual credit courses (6 college credit hours/1 HS credit) at a maximum of
$72/college credit hour. Families are responsible for any dual credit tuition balance remaining after the DCS is applied.

Prerequisite Courses and Standards: A prerequisite is a condition that must be met before a student may enroll in
certain courses. Prerequisites are listed at the top of each course description. Please check these carefully before making
selections. Prerequisites reflect the desire of each department to ensure the success of students in selected courses.

Corequisite Courses: A course listed as a corequisite must be taken prior to or at the same time as a certain course.

COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS AND PROCESS

Course Changes
Schedule changes will only be considered for legitimate academic reasons. In order to change a schedule, students need to
complete an electronic Course Change (Drop/Add) Request Form, which is available in FACTS Family > School >
Resources and on the LCA website under High School Parent Resources. During the first five days of the semester, a
student may drop a class and enter a class without consequence. Beginning with the 6th day the student may drop a class,
but will receive a “W” (Withdrawal) notation on their transcript.

WORK RELEASE
Seniors who are on track for graduation may be eligible for a work release opportunity. Work release allows students to
go to work on his/her authorized days of employment. All students will be required to sign up for a 7-period day, until
their work release form is signed and approved by the student’s employer and assistant principal. Work Release forms are
available in the High School Office and as a PDF download in the Online Course Requests module, in FACTS Family
Resources and on the LCA website under High School Parent Resources.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY
If you plan to enroll in any Division I or Division II college or university, please read this information carefully.

Students’ NCAA initial eligibility will be evaluated under the 16 core-courses described in the section. Potential college
athletes must meet the core course requirements below in order to be eligible for the NCAA. Athletes also must have an
NCAA core course GPA of 2.3 or higher (2.2 for Division II). Standardized test scores (ACT, SAT) are no longer
included in NCAA initial-eligibility determination. Check the NCAA Eligibility Center for more information before
you schedule your courses - http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future/eligibility-center

DIVISION I – 16 CORE COURSES

4 years of English
3 years of Math (Algebra I or higher)
2 years of Natural/Physical Science including one year of lab science
1 year of additional English, Mathematics or Natural/Physical Science
2 years of Social Studies
4 years of additional coursework (from any area above, World Languages or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy)
*Total of 10 Core Courses, including 7 English, Math, or Natural/Physical Science, must be completed before your
seventh semester.

DIVISION II – 16 CORE COURSES

3 years of English
2 years of Math (Algebra I or higher)
2 years of Natural/Physical Science including one year of lab science
3 years of additional English, Mathematics, or Natural/Physical Science
2 years of Social Studies
4 years of additional coursework (from any area above, World Languages or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy)

NAIA ELIGIBILITY
If you plan to enroll in an NAIA college or university, please read this information carefully.

To be academically eligible, the eligibility center requires that incoming freshmen meet two of three criteria.

• Achieve a minimum overall high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Graduate in the top half of their high school class
• Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 970 on the SAT

Due to national trends away from institutions requiring standardized test scores for college admission and fewer high
schools reporting class rank, a student may meet initial eligibility requirements solely on the basis of their high school
GPA. Beginning with Fall 2022 entering freshmen, students with a 2.3 on a 4.0 scale meet NAIA initial eligibility
requirements. In addition, students with a 3.3 after six semesters or a 2.8 after seven semesters may receive an early
decision of eligibility.

Student-athletes should create an account at www.PlayNAIA.org, which processes initial eligibility and provides details
regarding eligibility requirements and documentation.
 Recommended Four-Year Course Plans

LEXINGTON RECOMMENDED FOR ELITE

CHRISTIAN RECOMMENDED FOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE AND
SUBJECT AREA
REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE MERIT-BASED
GRADUATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Bible 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits
English 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits
Mathematics 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits
Science 3 credits 3-4 credits 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits 3 credits 3-4 credits
Health 0.5 credit (1 semester)
Physical Education 0.5 credit (1 semester)
World Languages 2 credits of same language 3 credits of same language 4 credits of same language
Fine Arts/Humanities 1 credit
Electives 3 credits total 3 credits (strategically chosen electives)
Communications Public Speaking (0.5 credit)

Example Four-Year Plans

Please note that academic plans vary from student to student and based on educational goals.

State College/University Admission

SUBJECT AREA Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Bible Bible I Bible II Bible III Bible IV
English English I English II English III English IV
Mathematics Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Algebra III/Trig
Science Biology Conceptual Physics Chemistry
Government and
Social Studies World Civilizations US History
Economics
Health Health
Physical Education Physical Education
World Languages Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III
Humanities /
Instrumental Music Public Speaking
Communications
Apologetics & Digital Physical Wellness Study Hall
Electives
Photography (2 sem) Internship (2 sem)

Elite University Admission and Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration

SUBJECT AREA Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Bible Bible I Bible II Bible III Bible IV
English Honors English I Honors English II AP English Language AP English Literature
Mathematics Honors Algebra II Honors Precalculus AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC
Science Honors Biology Honor Chemistry AP Biology AP Chemistry
AP World History: Government and AP
Social Studies AP Human Geography AP US History
Modern Economics
Health Health
Physical Education Physical Education
World Languages Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Language
Humanities/ 2D Art I (0.5)
Public Speaking
Communications 3D Art I (0.5)
Electives
*Student elective requirements are met by exceeding requirements in Science, Social Studies, and World Languages.
 Academic Pathways
Beginning with the Class of 2025, LCA students may choose to pursue an academic pathway in an area of interest. These
personalized learning opportunities for our students help ensure that they meet their goals and allow LCA to continue to
equip and nurture students to fulfill God’s calling on their lives through Christ-centered education.

LCA’s Academic Pathways will create:

➢ A high school level academic area of focus
➢ Special pathway recognition at graduation and an endorsement seal for pathway achievers on their diploma
➢ A pathway achiever cord or medallion to be worn at graduation

Academic Pathways require completion of specific elective courses which are taken in addition to the student’s core
academic curriculum (Bible, English, math, science, social studies and world language). Academic Pathways are open to
all students with no requirements for participation in Honors/AP courses in core academic areas. While some pathways
offer flexibility on the timing of the electives*, students are strongly encouraged to set out on and declare their Academic
Pathway experience during their freshman year. Some pathways include an off-campus internship or capstone project
during the senior year. LCA’s Academic Pathway options and the required courses for each are detailed below.

Christian Ministry and Leadership Pathway

As an institution of Christian education, we must answer the call and responsibility to train and prepare young people for
roles as servant leaders in areas of ministry where God may call them. This track offers opportunities to students to
explore and develop the skills needed to serve God. *Courses may be taken in any order or doubled up.

Courses required for endorsement:

Freshman Year Sophomore Year Junior Year Senior Year
Apologetics* Leadership & Spiritual Ministry Studies* Christian Ministry and
Formation* Leadership Internship

Business Pathway
The Business pathway allows students to pursue their interests in areas of accounting, law and finance.

Courses required for endorsement:

Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Introduction to Business Accounting OR Accounting OR Personal Finance
OR Introduction to Business Business Law AND AND Business Internship
Two Electives: One Elective: (required if not completed
Mock Trial, Intro to Law, Mock Trial, Intro to Law, Junior year, may repeat)
Business Law, Criminal Law Business Law, Criminal Law,
Personal Finance, Internship

STEM Pathway
The STEM pathway allows students to pursue their interests in areas of science, technology, engineering and math. The
Pathway includes courses through Project Lead The Way (PLTW), as well as the University of Kentucky Engineering
program. Students may take courses in any grade, but the course progression below is recommended. Ideally students
should be in Geometry in 9th grade to pursue the STEM pathway, however student may take Algebra I and Geometry in 9th
or Geometry and Algebra II in 10th to get on track. *AP Chemistry and AP Computer Science A are highly recommended.

Courses required for endorsement:

Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
PLTW: Introduction to Application Design I: Python PLTW: Principles of AP Physics AND
Engineering Design AND Engineering UK Transition2Engineering
Application Design II: C++ AND AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Optional:
AP Chemistry OR Optional: AP Chemistry OR
AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science A
Visual or Performing Fine Arts Pathways
Students may follow their passion and develop their God-given talents in either Visual Arts or Performing Arts pathways.

Courses required for Performing Arts endorsement:

Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Performing Arts Core Ensemble* Ensemble* Ensemble* Ensemble*
(4 credits) ▪ Chorus ▪ Chorus ▪ Chorus ▪ Chorus
▪ Treble Choir ▪ Treble Choir ▪ Treble Choir ▪ Treble Choir
▪ Instrumental Music ▪ Instrumental Music ▪ Instrumental Music ▪ Instrumental Music

Electives (2 credits) History of the Visual AP Music Theory

and Performing Arts
AND
Piano OR Guitar OR
Drama
*Students do not have to enroll in the same ensemble for all four years (i.e. they may take Chorus twice and Instrumental Music twice to fulfill requirement).

Courses required for Visual Arts endorsement:

Students must successfully complete a minimum of four (4) single-semester 2D and/or 3D production courses. A combination of 2D
Art and 3D Art courses is permitted, but the strongest portfolio will be from a commitment to either a 2D I-III or 3D I-III track.
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
2D Art I 2D Art I Choose one (year): Choose one (year):
2D Art II 2D Art II ▪ AP Art History+ ▪ AP Art History+
3D Art I 2D Art III ▪ Advanced Studio Art ▪ Advanced Studio Art
3D Art II 3D Art I ▪ AP Studio Art~ ▪ AP Studio Art~
Semester/0.5 credit each 3D Art II
3D Art III OR OR
Advanced Studio Art (after
completion of III) Choose two (semester): Choose two (semester):
Semester/0.5 credit each ▪ History of the Visual and ▪ History of the Visual and
Performing Arts AND Performing Arts AND
▪ Advanced Studio Art OR ▪ Advanced Studio Art OR
Printmaking Printmaking

*Students who take AP Art History may take Printmaking in place of Advanced Studio Art
+AP Art History can only be taken once.
~AP Studio Art may be taken twice for credit (both junior and senior years).
 Course Offerings
ℋ - Course fulfills Humanities/Fine Arts graduation requirement.

BIBLE & THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT religions. The views of these religions will be compared and
contrasted to Christianity in order for the students to gain a
Course Title Grade Length Credit deeper understanding of their own faith tradition.
Christ in the Old and New Bible IV: Ethics and Culture in a Modern Society
9 Year 1
Testaments 12th Grade ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Themes of Scripture 10 Year 1 Designed to take a serious look at the student’s worldview and
Christianity and World explore Christianity as a worldview as it relates to a number of
11 Year 1
Religions contemporary issues. This class will take a detailed look into
Ethics and Culture in a the major questions that all worldviews must answer. From
12 Year 1 this framework, the student will be challenged to develop
Modern Society
Apologetics All Sem 0.5 his/her personal Christian worldview on each topic.

Ministry Studies All Sem 0.5 Apologetics

Leadership & Spiritual All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
All Sem 0.5 Instructor approval; may repeat for add’l credit (2 sem max)
Formation
Christian Ministry & Equips students to engage current culture in defending our
12 Sem 0.5 faith; to practice the spiritual disciplines and enjoy greater
Leadership Internship
connection with God; to lean into and practice using our skills
Bible I: Christ in the Old and New Testaments and passions from the Father to make a difference in our
9th Grade ⚫ Year (1 cr) communities now.
Takes the student through a Christ-centered study of the whole
Bible. The class texts and other sources will assist the student Ministry Studies
in examining the historical and cultural backgrounds of the All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Bible. The students will develop a greater understanding of the An exploration into the different realms of ministry while
various ways God foreshadowed the coming of Christ to the covering many topics, such as Scriptural study, historical
Jewish people. The students will then examine the New missionary contributions and hands-on practical experiences.
Testament to discover how Jesus is revealed as the fulfillment Students will study about the inspiring lives of famous
of the Old Testament prophecies and the Savior of the world. missionaries and ministers such as Mother Teresa and George
An emphasis will be placed on personal application Washington Carver. Beyond theoretical knowledge, this
throughout the study. course emphasizes the development of practical skills through
community service experiences. Students will actively engage
Bible II: Themes of Scripture in meaningful opportunities that foster compassion and
10th Grade ⚫ Year (1 cr) leadership qualities and help to make a positive difference in
Designed to bring the student to an understanding of twenty their communities by being Jesus’ hands and feet.
core themes that are revealed and developed throughout the
Scriptures. Students will work to become competent in Leadership and Spiritual Formation
studying the Bible and letting it address our paradigms of All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
thought and values. As a result of our study we aim to develop This course is designed to assist students to better clarify and
a heart and mind for God’s revelation that shapes our actualize their individual calls to ministry. Students will gain
worldview, sense of purpose and broadens our foundation for an understanding of what it means to be called into ministry
future study. and explore how their gifts can be utilized to expand God’s
kingdom on earth. Students will also gain theoretical and
Bible III: Christianity and World Religions practical knowledge and experience in various areas of servant
11th Grade ⚫ Year (1 cr) leadership.
Introduces students to the History of Christian Theology from
the Patristic Period (100 AD) to the Post-Modernism of the Christian Ministry and Leadership Internship
21st Century. Students will be introduced to perennial 12th Grade ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) Pass/Fail
Apologetics
theological issues which have shaped the Christian tradition.
This course provides senior students the opportunity to apply
Contributions to these issues from the three main Christian what they have learned in Bible and Pre-Ministry track classes
Traditions (Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and
to real world situations and allow them to obtain valuable
Protestantism) will be examined. The course will introduce
work experience. Students must complete an application to be
students to numerous world religions with the goal of
approved by a faculty member in the Bible Department and an
providing students with a broader understanding of other
administrator. The application will outline the work to be
world religions. Students will be introduced to the respective
completed by the student, the hours in which the students will
views, religious texts and thinkers connected to these
work, and the name of the student’s supervisor. The student attendance at a Speaker Enrichment Series each Wednesday
will be responsible for completing a certain amount hours (as during 7th hour to hear from local business professionals.
determined by administrator and internship supervisor) of
work in the internship. Both the student and the supervisor Legal Studies Courses
must complete an evaluation by the end of the semester for the Course Title Grade Length Credit
student to obtain credit. Credit for this class will be pass-fail
only. Introduction to Law All Sem 0.5
Business Law All Sem 0.5
Criminal Law All Sem 0.5
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Mock Trial All Sem 0.5
Business Courses
Course Title Grade Length Credit Introduction to Law ℋ
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Accounting All Sem 0.5 This class will help familiarize students with legal vocabulary.
Intro to Business All Year 1 They will be introduced to the court system, as well as the
primary subjects of substantive law. This course will cover
Personal Finance 11, 12 Sem 0.5
many of the topics covered by first-year law students, such as:
Business/Tech Internship 11, 12 Sem 0.5 origins of law court systems, criminal law, torts, contracts, and
property. Some constitutional law will be included. Students
Accounting will discuss the ethical implications of laws and their
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) applications. Additionally, students will be challenged to
Introduces students to the basic principles of accounting for consider these topics from a Biblical Worldview.
sole proprietorships. Students will learn to journalize business
transactions, post to ledgers and prepare financial statements. Business Law
This class will benefit students who pursue a college degree in All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
any area of business, choose a clerical occupation after Theme-related, law-based course focuses on the study of law
graduation, as well as those who might own their own for business and personal use. Designed to introduce topics
business. such as ethics, contracts, sales, court systems, employment,
and personal business transactions in business and personal
Introduction to Business law, beginning with the origins of law. The material provides
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) students with practical guidelines for becoming well-informed,
Introduces students to the concepts and skills required for contributing citizens and consumers, both now and in the
success in today’s marketplace. Topics include basic global future. Also develops a fundamental understanding of how the
economics, entrepreneurship, human resources and law governs business and its operations.
management, leadership, basic financial management,
marketing, production, and risk management. Students will Criminal Law
also participate in an LCA Shark Tank Business Plan All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Challenge during the 2nd semester. Introduces students to criminal law and procedure. Course
material will include an overview of constitutional law
Personal Finance governing criminal proceedings from arrest through trial.
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) Students will analyze landmark Supreme Court cases and
Introduces students to the importance of personal financial discuss recent developments in criminal law. Throughout the
analysis planning and management. Topics include course, students will also consider ethical issues related to
understanding the foundations of financial planning, including criminal law, from investigation to penalty phase.
budgets, debt, insurance, investments, retirement, saving and
giving. This class will primarily use the Dave Ramsey Mock Trial ℋ
curriculum titled Foundations in Personal Finance. All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Designed to improve students’ skills of argument and
Business and Technology Internship persuasion through the development of a case for trial. The
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) course will begin with exercises in argumentative writing and
Approval by department and administrator; proof of acceptance into an a review of basic civil and criminal procedure. Students will
approved internship program; may repeat for additional credit (4 sem max) practice various aspects of trial procedure, including opening
Provides students the opportunity to apply what they have statements, direct and cross-examination of witnesses, and
learned in business classes to real world situations and allow closing arguments. While the final exam will be performance
them to obtain valuable work experience. Students must in the trial, there will be several writing assignments
complete an application detailing the proposed internship throughout the semester.
location, hours, work scope and supervisor, to be approved by
the Business Internship teacher. Assistance with acquiring an
internship is available if needed. Students must complete and
document a minimum of 50 hours of work in the semester (not
including driving time). Course includes mandatory
Engineering & Technology Courses AP Computer Science A
Course Title Grade Length Credit All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Concurrent Precalculus; B both semesters of Algebra II or C both semesters of
Application Design and Honors Algebra II; completion of Application Design & Programming I and II
All Semester 0.5
Programming I: Python with 90 or better; department approval
Application Design and This full-year course provides students with an opportunity to
All Semester 0.5 learn the fundamentals of programming using Java. No prior
Programming II: C++
PLTW Introduction to programming experience is required but highly recommended.
All Year 1 A good working knowledge of the computer system as a
Engineering
PTLW Principles of 1 whole is required. Students will learn Java concepts through
10, 11, 12 Year hands-on examples which will aid them in preparation for the
Engineering
AP Computer Science A exam. It is critical that students be
AP Computer Science A 10, 11, 12 Year 1
able to read detailed directions and flow charts and follow
AP Physics 12 Year 1 them carefully.

Application Design & Programming I: Python

All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Concurrent Geometry or higher math; minimum of B in Algebra I Courses address four areas of learning: grammar,
Provides students with an opportunity to learn the composition, literature appreciation and vocabulary building.
fundamentals of programming using Python. Python is a English core courses have assigned summer reading.
general-purpose, interpreted high-level programming language
whose design philosophy emphasizes code readability. No Course Title Grade Length Credit
prior programming experience is required, but a good working
knowledge of the computer system is required. Students will English I 9 Year 1
learn Python concepts and design through hands-on examples Honors English I 9 Year 1
which will aid them in preparation for the C++ and AP
Computer Science Java programming classes. English II 10 Year 1
Honors English II 10 Year 1
Application Design & Programming II: C++ English III 11 Year 1
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Concurrent Geometry or higher math; minimum of B in App Design I: Python Honors English III 11 Year 1
Provides students with an opportunity to build their
AP English Language 11 Year 1
programming skills and fundamentals using C++. C++ is a
statically typed, free-form, multi-paradigm, compiled, general- English IV 12 Year 1
purpose programming language. It is regarded as an AP English Literature 12 Year 1
intermediate-level language, as it comprises a combination of
Dual Credit English (ENG
both high-level and low-level language features. Students will 12 Sem 0.5 ea
100 and ENG 110, paired)
learn C++ programming concepts and design through hands-
on examples which will aid them in preparation for the AP Public Speaking 11, 12 Semester 0.5
Computer Science Principles class.
English I
Introduction to Engineering Design Grade 9 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) Focuses on further developing students’ skills in reading,
Geometry writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary and critical thinking
Students dig deep into the engineering design process, using a variety of activities. Students will be exposed to
applying math, science and engineering standards to hands-on various forms of literature; including but not limited to, short
projects. They work both individually and in teams to design stories, poetry, and novels dealing with universal themes. The
solutions to a variety of problems using 3-D modeling student will develop several formal essays and one analytical
software AutoDesk Inventor and use an engineering notebook research paper.
to document their work. This course is Project Lead the Way
class (PLTW). Honors English I
Grade 9 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Principles of Engineering A in English 8 or B (85%) in Advanced English 8; 90% minimum Composition
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) score; 8th grade teacher recommendation
Intro to Engineering, Geometry Designed for the student seeking a greater challenge in
Students explore a broad range of engineering topics including English. The course will develop and advance students’ skills
mechanisms, strength of structure, and automation, and then in reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary and critical
they apply what they know to take on challenges like thinking using a variety of activities. Students will be exposed
designing a self-powered car. to various forms of literature; including but not limited to,
short stories, poetry, and novels dealing with universal themes.
The student will develop several formal essays, one analytical
research paper, and timed writings. Students taking honors
course should expect additional demands on time, personal AP English Language and Composition
organization, and commitment. Grade 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
A both semesters of English II or B (85%) both semester of Honors English II;
PSAT EBRW 550 or higher, SAT ERBW score 1000 or ACT English 22 or
English II
higher; department approval
Grade 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Challenges students beyond the expectations of the English III
English I or Honors English I
Focuses on further developing students’ skills in reading, course. Focus is placed on making students aware of the
writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking using a interaction between the subject and a writer's purposes as well
variety of activities. Students will be expected to read and as audience expectations. Students will learn how grammar
respond to a variety of literature, including but not limited to, and usage contribute to effectiveness in writing. Students will
prose, poetry, and novels. The study of language in use – read and write about subjects from a variety of disciplines
grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, vocabulary, and with an emphasis on expository, analytical, and argumentative
usage will be incorporated into the course as well. The student writing. Additionally, students will also compose their college
will develop formal essays, one analytical research paper, and application essay. Finally, students will research primary and
timed writings. secondary documents carefully synthesizing material from
these texts in their own compositions. Students taking AP
Honors English II course should expect additional demands on time, personal
Grade 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) organization, and commitment. Upon completion of this
A in English I or B (85%) in Honors English I; 90% Composition score; course, students will have the opportunity to sit for the AP
department approval English Language & Composition exam.
This course is designed for the student seeing a greater
challenge in English. Focuses on further developing skills in English IV
reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and critical Grades 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
thinking using a variety of activities. This course will English III
challenge the students to critique authors and their styles. Year, 1 credit
Composition assignments will require students to compare and Students will become skilled readers of a wide range of
contrast various authors and literary writings including poetry literature including, but not limited to, novels, prose and
and prose. Includes several formal essays, timed writings, and poetry. Students will be expected to read and respond to a
an analytical research paper. Students taking Honors course variety of literature, independently, in group discussion, and in
should expect additional demands on time, personal writing. All facets of language arts – listening, speaking,
organization, and commitment. reading, and writing will be covered. The study of language in
use – grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, vocabulary,
English III and usage will be incorporated into the course as well.
Grade 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Students will compose several formal essays and an analytical
English II or Honors English II research paper. Timed writings may also be incorporated into
Focuses on further developing students’ skills in reading, the curriculum.
writing, listening, speaking and critical thinking. Students will
be expected to read and respond to a variety of literature, AP English Literature and Composition
including but not limited to, prose, poetry and novels. Students Grade 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
will write several formal essays, timed writings, and an A both semesters English III or B (85%) both semesters AP English Language;
SAT Reading 500 or higher or PSAT EBRW 550 or higher or ACT English 22
analytical research paper. The study of language in use –
or higher; department approval
grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, vocabulary, and Challenges students beyond the expectations of the English IV
usage will be incorporated into the course as well. course. Students will thoroughly analyze both prose and
poetry and are expected to participate in classroom
Honors English III discussions. Students will read several novels and plays, in
Grade 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr) addition to other selections. Several timed writings will be
A in English II or B (85%) in Honors English II; 90% Composition score;
department approval composed each semester. Analysis of literature through
This course is designed for the student seeking a greater expository, analytical and argumentative essays will be
challenge in English, but who does not want to commit to the conducted. Students will also compose their college
increased rigors of an AP course. Focuses on further application essay. Students taking AP course should expect
developing students’ skills in reading, writing, listening, additional demands on time, personal organization, and
speaking, and critical thinking using a variety of activities. commitment. Upon completion of this course, students will
Students will be expected to read and respond to a variety of have the opportunity to sit for the AP English Literature exam.
literature, including but not limited to prose, poetry, and
novels. Students will write several formal essays, timed DUAL CREDIT ENGLISH – paired courses required
writings, and an analytical research paper. The study of ENG 100 Asbury University – Writing I
language in use – grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr, plus 3 hours college credit)
Admission to Dual Credit partner college/university.
vocabulary, and usage will be incorporated into the course as
well. Students taking Honors course should expect This semester long course focuses on academic writing. It
additional demands on time, personal organization, and provides instruction in drafting and revising essays that
commitment. express ideas in Standard English, including reading critically,
thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific
audiences, and researching and documenting sources.
Successful completion of this course will allow students to 2-D Art I-III
transfer credit from the providing institution to any college or All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
university they want to attend. NOTE: ENG 100 is a semester- Course level placement determined by previous visual arts course and
instructor; fee associated
long course, offered in the fall.
Focuses on art techniques appropriate for the understanding,
ENG 110 Asbury University – Writing II planning and creation of any and all two-dimensional artwork.
Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr, plus 3 hours college credit) • 2-D I focuses on basic techniques as well as 2-D artists
C or better in Dual Credit ENG 100 and cultural uses for 2-D art.
This semester long course emphasizes argumentative writing. • 2-D II continues to develop 2-D techniques taught in 2-D
It provides further instruction in drafting and systematically I, introduces new 2-D techniques and also introduce
revising essays that express ideas in Standard English.
concept development
Includes continued instruction and practice in reading
critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing • 2-D III further development of 2-D artwork, with
specific audiences, and researching and documenting credible potential AP Studio 2-D portfolio development
academic sources. Successful completion of this course will
allow students to transfer credit from the providing institution 3-D Art I-III
to any college or university they want to attend. NOTE: ENG All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
110 is a semester-long course, offered in the spring. Course level placement determined by previous visual arts course and
instructor; fee associate
Focuses on art techniques appropriate for the understanding,
Dual Credit requires admission to the partner college. There
planning and creation of any and all three-dimensional
is an additional cost to take any LCA Dual Credit course
artwork (sculpture and ceramic).
offering. Additional information regarding the LCA Dual
Credit Program will be provided upon requesting the course. • 3-D I focuses on basic techniques, as well as 3-D artists
and cultural uses for 3-D art.
Public Speaking • 3-D II continues to develop 3-D techniques taught in 3-D
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) I, introduces new 3-D techniques and also introduces
This course will introduce the students to the fundamentals of concept development.
public speaking. Students will be guided through all steps of
• 3-D III further development of 3-D artwork, with
the speech writing process including researching, outlining,
and delivering a speech. Students will give an array of potential AP Studio 3-D portfolio development
speeches that will enhance their articulation and comfort with
the art of elocution. This graduation requirement must be History of the Visual and Performing Arts
completed in-person in LCA’s class. Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Four visual arts courses; instructor approval
This course will outline the history of visual and performing
Public Speaking Online arts, draw connections between them, and integrate students’
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) understanding of world history. Students will trace music,
This course is not available upon request. Students may be dance, drama, and visual art form from creation to the
placed in the course in an online environment only upon contemporary era using existing works. They will also use
recommendation of the counselor or registrar and with characteristics of works from various cultures and time
principal approval when irreconcilable scheduling conflicts periods to create their own pieces of art and/or music. This
prohibit placement in a classroom section. course will be individualized to focus on student’s specific art
form (instrumental, vocal music, or visual art).

ARTS & HUMANITIES DEPARTMENT Printmaking

All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Visual Arts Courses ℋ all courses Fee associated
Course Title Grade Length Credit Covers a variety of printmaking processes and techniques (e.g.
monoprint, collograph, etching, woodcut, linoleum cut,
2-D Art I-III All Sem 0.5 stencils, and screen print). Course emphasizes principles and
3-D Art I-III All Sem 0.5 elements of design. May include historical development of
Western and non-Western cultures.
Printmaking All Sem 0.5
Advanced Studio Art 11, 12 Sem 0.5 Advanced Studio Art
History of the Visual Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
11, 12 Sem 0.5 Three visual art courses; instructor approval; may be repeated for additional
& Performing Arts
credit; fee associated
AP Art History~ 10, 11, 12 Year 1 This is an independent study course, which enable students to
AP Studio Art 11, 12 Year 1 explore a particular art form in more detail and depth than
~may only be taken once other courses. Advancing skills, building confidence for
NOTE: Visual Art courses include a fee for materials, which is billed to the professional showings or portfolio submission, and gaining
student account. experience in public performances or displays are emphasized.
Career opportunities are explored. This class can be taken
multiple times for credit.
AP Art History traditional music. Course also teaches musical fundamentals
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) such as sight singing, dynamics, and harmonic intervals. One
Instructor approval or more performances per quarter are required.
Designed to allow students to examine major forms of artistic
expression relevant to a variety of cultures evident in wide Drama I
variety of periods from present times into the past. Students All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
acquire an ability to examine works of art critically, with May be taken for one semester upon request
intelligence and sensitivity, and to articulate their thoughts and Emphasizes communication and writing skills through drama.
experiences. Content will include theater history, acting techniques,
improvisational skills and performance poise. Students will be
AP Studio Art expected to perform individually and in groups, and will be
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) acting in scenes that are prewritten works as well as those they
Minimum two years of previous visual art courses; portfolio of three (3) art create themselves.
pieces for teacher approval; fee associated
This course is an advanced class that will challenge the Drama II
student to achieve a completed portfolio. Students must All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
choose one area of focus: 2-D, 3-D, or drawing. The 24 pieces Drama I; may be taken for one semester upon request
will come out of studies done within that focus. This portfolio Building upon the foundations from Drama I, this course is
will be turned in and graded by AP instructors. designed for the more advanced drama student. In addition to
familiar topics such as acting and improvisation, we will dive
into more advanced theater techniques including stage combat,
Performing Arts Courses ℋ all courses special effects makeup for costuming, prop creation, sound
Course Title Grade Length Credit effects and foley work, directing, audition techniques, and
advanced lighting and stage design. We will seat at least one
Drama I/II All Sem 0.5
live theater performance as a class, travel together and
Instrumental Music All Year 1 ultimately produce a student-run live stage production for an
Chorus All Year 1 audience.

Orchestra All Year 1 Guitar

Piano All Sem 0.5 All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Own or have access to a guitar for outside practice a minimum of an hour/week.
Guitar All Sem 0.5 This course is designed to teach the concepts and
History of the Visual fundamentals needed to perform on the guitar. It will increase
11, 12 Sem 0.5
and Performing Arts* musical understanding and literacy as students learn to play
AP Music Theory 11, 12 Year 1 melodies, chords in various keys, accompaniment patterns,
*See course description in the Visual Arts section and improvisational techniques. This is a beginner-level
course, but can be taken by advanced students with additional
Instrumental Music coursework. Students will be expected to practice outside of
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) class at least one hour weekly.
May be repeated for additional credit; may be taken for one semester with
instructor approval; instructor approval; fee associated Piano
Students will learn through individual and group instruction. All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Individual instruction is offered based on the student's level, Own or have access to a piano for outside practice a minimum of an hour/week.
while group instruction is geared toward higher-level students. Teaches the concepts and fundamentals needed to perform on
Help will be given to any intermediate students to help them the piano. It will increase musical understanding and literacy
achieve the goals for class. Instrumental Music is the core of as students learn to play melodies, chords in various keys,
the Concert Band and Extracurricular Components like accompaniment patterns, and improvisational techniques. This
the Pep Band, Percussion Ensemble, Stage Show/Stomp is a beginner-level course, but may be taken by advanced
Groups, and the LCA Mod Squad (the modern music group students with additional coursework. Students will be
which includes worship music and many styles of expected to practice outside of class at least one hour weekly.
contemporary music). A number of after-school rehearsals and
performances are required for the extracurricular components. AP Music Theory
There are reasonable fees that accompany the extracurricular Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
groups to cover additional staff costs, supplies and some travel Department approval
costs. This course will introduce students to the beginning concepts
of music theory, the building blocks of music. Course content
Chorus will include the elements of music (harmony, form, rhythm,
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) melody, timbre, tempo, and dynamics), analysis of music,
May be repeated for additional credit; may be taken for one semester with basic composition, aural skills, and music history. Reading
instructor approval. *NOTE* All interested students should request Chorus, music at a high level is needed for this course. At the
then will be placed into their appropriate chorus section after spring auditions. completion of this course, student will be able to participate in
Presents group instruction in vocal technique and music the AP Music Theory exam and attempt to earn college credit.
concepts. Students will be exposed to contemporary as well as
Media Arts Courses ℋ all courses creative projects. Students will be expected to film outside of
Course Title Grade Length Credit class for group and individual projects.

Digital Photography I All Sem 0.5 Advanced Digital Media I-IV ℋ

Digital Photography II All Sem 0.5 Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Digital Photography II or BOTH Graphic Design Software and Video Editing
Graphic Design All Sem 0.5 & Special Effects AND department approval
Software Designed for students who have reached the highest level of
Video Editing and All Sem 0.5 study in one or more LCA digital media courses. This course
Special Effects will allow students to exercise their talents in one or more
Advanced Digital 10, 11, 12 Sem 0.5 areas of digital media and learn skills while working both as
Media I-IV an individual and in teams on real-world projects. This course
Journalism/News All Year 1 is designed to build teamwork and entrepreneurial skills.
Students who desire to pursue higher education in digital
Journalism/Yearbook All Year 1
media or technology can begin to build their professional
portfolio. Can be taken up to four (4) times for credit, listed on
Digital Photography I transcript as Advanced Digital Media I, II, III, IV.
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Provides students with the opportunity to learn about Journalism/News ℋ
photography as a communication tool, as well as its aesthetic All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
appeal. Course material includes the history of photography, May be repeated for additional credit
the basics of operating a digital camera, basic composition, Production-based course. This is a year-long course with an
lighting, and photo editing. Students will learn about a emphasis on the study of journalism, journalistic writing,
possible future in photography as well as the ethical, artistic, photojournalism, and modern journalistic literature. Students
and educational implications in the medium. Students will use will be exposed to traditional newspaper journalism through
cell phones or other point-and-shoot cameras for this class. story generating, writing, designing, advertising and the
editing process. Students will learn the fundamentals of news,
Digital Photography II feature, editorial and sports writing. Copy reading, news style
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) and editing will be stressed. Students will create numerous
Digital Photography I original stories using varied structures and writing techniques.
Must own or have access to a digital camera with manual function
Students will be required to observe and meet deadlines.
Provides students with a creative outlet in the medium of
Students will be responsible for the production, publication,
photography, opportunities to learn more about the art of
and marketing of the school newspaper, The Talon. The
photography, and gain practical experience as
newspaper may be produced and published electronically. The
photographers. Students will be required to take photographs
class will involve some after-school work.
with DSLRs or any type of camera with manual functions.
Course material will consist of technical aspects of
Journalism/Yearbook ℋ
photography such as shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. This
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
course will also give students the opportunity to learn about a May be repeated for additional credit
possible future in photography and the ethical, artistic, and Production-based course. This is a year-long course with an
educational implications of such a career. emphasis on the study of journalism, journalistic writing,
photojournalism, and modern journalistic literature. Students
Graphic Design Software ℋ will be exposed to yearbook (magazine) journalism through
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) story generating, writing, designing, advertising and the
Focuses upon the use of computer software as it relates to editing process. Students will be required to observe and meet
design layout, and conceptual elements concerning graphic deadlines. Students will be responsible for the production,
design. Lessons will cover the basics of computer-generated publication, and marketing of the school yearbook. Some
graphic design, layout, typography, color, and vectors. Some after-school work.
topics covered will be: advertising or product creation,
animation, and logo design. Students will gain a strong
foundation in Adobe’s design software.

Video Editing & Special Effects ℋ

All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Graphic Design Software OR Digital Photography I
Designed to introduce students to the materials, processes, and
artistic techniques involved in video productions and special
effects. The emphasis will be on editing, rather than shooting
video. Topics covered will be: the history of film editing,
non-linear editing software, types of cuts, transitions, and
manipulation of video with software. Students will learn to use
Adobe: Premiere Pro and After Effects to properly edit their
 MATH DEPARTMENT The general content of this course will mirror that of Algebra
Course Title Grade Length Credit II. Topical areas will be examined in greater depth and at a
more rapid pace. Homework expectations will be greater.
Algebra I 9 Year 1
Geometry 9, 10 Year 1 Algebra III/Trigonometry
Honors Geometry 9, 10 Year 1 Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Algebra II; cannot be taken after completing Precalculus, Calculus or Dual
Algebra II 9, 10, 11 Year 1 Credit MAT 150.
Honors Algebra II 9, 10, 11 Year 1 Reinforces algebraic skills, extends the level of exponential
Algebra III/ and logarithmic instruction and begins an introduction into
10, 11, 12 Year 1
Trigonometry trigonometric functions, graphing these functions, the unit
Statistics 10, 11, 12 Year 1 circle, and verification of identities. This will make entry into
Honors Precalculus 10, 11, 12 Year 1 a Precalculus class easier and also make it possible to enter a
business calculus class successfully at the college level
Calculus 11, 12 Year 1 without the need for a trigonometric class prior to entering
Dual Credit Math Business Calculus. This course is designed to benefit the
(College Algebra and student planning on advancing to college and studying any
11*, 12 Sem 0.5 ea
College Trigonometry, fields associated with business, science, math, statistics,
paired) technology or health. This course cannot be taken after
AP Calculus AB 11, 12 Year 1 completing Precalculus, Calculus or MAT 150/155.
AP Calculus BC 12 Year 1
AP Statistics 10, 11, 12 Year 1 Statistics
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Minimum of Algebra III/Trigonometry as a junior or Algebra II as a senior
Algebra I Designed to offer a continued study of quantitative thinking in
Grade 9 ⚫ Year (1 cr) the areas of statistics and probability. Students will be
Algebra I is a basic high school mathematics course. The introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting and
course’s focus is on the use of positive and negative real analyzing data as it relates to four conceptual themes:
numbers, variables, and their use in expressions and equations, exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating
word problems, and linear equations patterns and statistical inference.

Geometry Honors Precalculus

Grade 9, 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Algebra I
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
A or higher in Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II or A in Honors Algebra II
Geometry is a college-preparatory course, which seeks to or A in Algebra III/Trigonometry
improve spatial visualization skills as well as logical Honors Precalculus will cover all material that is within a
reasoning. It is a key course in preparation for college entrance regular Precalculus class. It is assumed that almost no time
examinations. Topics to be covered include area, volume, will be required for general algebra review. Honors
parallel lines, congruency, proofs, right triangles, and circles. Precalculus will cover limits and parametric equations which
will enable students to begin AP Calculus at chapter 2 –
Honors Geometry omitting the review chapter and the first chapter on limits. If
Grades 9, 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) possible, an introduction into series and sequences will be
A in Algebra I
started.
General content mirrors the college prep-level Geometry
course. Topical areas will be examined in greater depth and at
a more rapid pace. In addition, a greater emphasis will be Calculus
placed on writing geometric proofs. Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
B (85%) in Honors Precalculus or B in MAT 150 and MAT 155
A college level mathematics course that cover similar topics to
Algebra II
the AP Calculus AB course, yet moves at a much slower
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Geometry
pace.
Algebra II is a college-preparatory course. The student will not
only extend knowledge from Algebra I but will also add new DUAL CREDIT MATH – paired courses required
topics. Topics to be covered include quadratic equations, College Algebra
radical expressions, logarithmic and exponential functions, Grades 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr, plus 3 hrs college credit)
B (88%) in both semesters of Honors Precalculus or B (80%) in both semesters
trigonometric functions, solving systems of equations, of Calculus; partner college admission; additional fee required; *juniors with
imaginary numbers, and introductory Trigonometry. department approval
Includes selected topics in algebra and analytic geometry.
Honors Algebra II Develops manipulative skills and concepts required for further
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) study in mathematics. Includes linear, quadratic, polynomial,
A in Algebra I and High School Geometry taken in either High School or Junior rational, exponential, logarithmic and piecewise functions,
High School systems of equations, and an introduction to analytic
geometry.
College Trigonometry General Physical Education
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr, plus 3 hours college credit) Grade 9 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
C or higher in College Algebra; additional fee required Designed to provide the student with a background in
Includes the trigonometric functions, identities, multiple developing a total fitness program. Daily lessons include
analytic formulas, laws of sines and cosines, graphs of warm-up activities, calisthenics, and introductory games for
trigonometric functions in rectangular and polar coordinates, team sports. Basic fundamentals, general rules, and a brief
and solving trigonometric equations. Emphasizes applications history of each sport are included. Emphasis is also placed on
in each topic. cardiovascular and skill development.

Dual Credit requires admission to the partner college. There Health

is an additional cost to take any LCA Dual Credit course Grade 9 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
offering. Additional information regarding the LCA Dual Designed to equip students in many practical areas of the
Credit Program will be provided upon requesting the course. Christian life. Topics covered include a review of body
systems, sexual reproduction, first aid, substance abuse,
AP Calculus AB relationships, disease/personal hygiene, mental/emotional
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) health, and nutrition.
B (88%) in both semesters of Honors Precalculus or Calculus or B in MAT 150
and MAT 155; PSAT or SAT Math 560 or higher or ACT Math 24 or higher
AP Calculus AB is a college level mathematics course that Physical Wellness
offers the opportunity for college credit upon All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
May be repeated for additional elective credit
completion. Topics to be covered include: limits, derivatives, Challenge students in areas pertaining to physical wellness
and integrals. Students should anticipate spending more time and health. Students will learn proper weight training
studying outside of class than is normally expended. Some techniques in basic lifts including: squat, power lift, and
summer preparation and review is expected. bench press. They will also receive instruction on how outside
factors such as nutrition, sleep, and hydration affect a body in
AP Calculus BC training. In addition to physical training, there is an emphasis
Grade 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Subject to instructor availability on spiritual strength and character development.
C (77%) or higher in AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC is a college level mathematics course that
offers the opportunity for college credit for two semesters of
Calculus. Topics include: limits, derivatives and all methods SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
of integration, as well as series and sequences and their Course Title Grade Length Credit
convergence and divergence. It will include the Taylor series Biology 9, 10 Year 1
and the McClaurin series. Students should anticipate spending
more time with homework outside of class than is normally Honors Biology 9, 10 Year 1
expected. Pace of the class will be set to allow for preparation Conceptual Physics 10 Year 1
for the exam in early May. Students taking the BC exam will
have an AB sub score so that if the BC is not passed it is Chemistry 10, 11 Year 1
possible to still pass the AB exam. Students having previously Honors Chemistry 10, 11 Year 1
passed the AB exam may sit for the BC exam and try to get Anatomy 11, 12 Semester 0.5
credit for the second Calculus course at the college level.
Honors Anatomy 10, 11, 12 Year 1
AP Statistics Forensics 11, 12 Semester 0.5
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
B in Honors Precalculus or B in MAT 150 and MAT 155 Genetics 11, 12 Semester 0.5
AP Statistics is a college level mathematics course that Microbiology 11, 12 Semester 0.5
provides the opportunity for college credit for one semester of
Statistics. Topics include: describing and exploring data, AP Biology 11, 12 Year 1
sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and AP Chemistry 11, 12 Year 1
statistical inference. Students are expected and required to
AP Physics 11, 12 Year 1
apply critical reading and writing skills which distinguishes
the course from other math topics. Students should anticipate
spending significant time with homework outside of class in Biology
order to prepare for the AP exam in early May. Grade 9 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Students will develop a clear understanding of biological
concepts, the use of important scientific processes in the
KINETIC WELLNESS laboratory, and proficiency in creative and critical problem
solving. Included will be a correlation of Scripture and science
Course Title Grade Length Credit along with an appreciation of God’s order in the world.
Health 9 Sem 0.5
Physical Education 9 Sem 0.5
Physical Wellness All Sem 0.5
Honors Biology credit. Students must be willing to spend time working outside
Grades 9, 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) of class and be committed to some independent study.
A in 8th grade Physical Science; 90% in Algebra I or 85% in Geometry
Taught at an accelerated and in-depth pace, Honors Bio Anatomy
prepares students for AP Biology. Topics covered include Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
those from the regular Biology as well as evolution (in depth), Biology
metabolism and molecular genetics. Focuses is on human anatomy and physiology, an expected
background course for those students pursuing health-related
Conceptual Physics or scientific careers. The scope of this course is the human
Grade 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) body and its functions.
Completed Algebra I; concurrent enrollment in Geometry
Designed to introduce students to Physics, applying the Honors Anatomy
science content to math concepts learned in Algebra 1. Grades 10*, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Through projects and problem-solving, students will A or B each semester in Honors Biology or A each semester in Biology with
explore Newton's Laws of Motion, momentum & collisions, department approval. *Sophomores with Honors Bio and department approval.
rotational motion, heat, electricity, and waves. Students will Honors Anatomy is a full-year course taught at an accelerated
develop a deep, conceptual understanding of physics as they rate and in-depth pace, with a lab focus. The course prepares
explore how physics relates to the real world. students intending to pursue health-related careers. Topics
covered include those from CP Anatomy, as well as additional
Chemistry body systems and genetics.
Grades 10, 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Completed Geometry; concurrent enrollment in Algebra II Forensics
Objective is an understanding of how God is the “designer” of Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
chemistry. Students will develop critical thinking and Biology
problem-solving skills. Topics include atomic structure, Surveys key topics in forensic science, including the
chemical formulae and equations, the periodic table, and gas application of the scientific process to forensic analysis,
laws. Laboratory experiences are integrated throughout. procedures and principles of crime scene investigation,
physical and trace evidence, and the law and courtroom
Honors Chemistry procedures from the perspective of the forensic scientist.
Grades 10, 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Through virtual and hands-on labs and analysis of fictional
B (85%) in Honors Biology and B (85%) in Geometry or A (90%) in Biology crime scenarios, students will learn about forensic tools,
and B (85%) in Geometry; concurrent enrollment in Algebra II technical resources, forming and testing hypotheses, proper
Taught at an accelerated pace, Honors Chemistry prepares data collection, and responsible conclusions.
students for AP Chemistry. Topics include those from the
regular Chemistry course, in addition to acids and base Genetics
equilibria, Reaction Rates, Oxidation reduction reactions, Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
among others. Students must take this course, and earn at least Biology
a B each semester, to be permitted to enroll in AP Chemistry. This semester course deals structure and function of DNA,
human genetic disease, biotechnology and ethical issues in
AP Biology genetics. Labs will focus on biotechnology skills such as
Grades 10*, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) electrophoresis and genetic crosses of organisms such as
B each semester in Honors Biology or A each semester in Biology or plants and fruit flies.
Chemistry; department approval; *Sophomores must take concurrent Honors
Chemistry and have department approval
AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of a two semester, Microbiology
first-year, college biology course taken by biology majors. Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Biology
Students will prepare to take the AP exam for college This semester course covers the groups of bacteria and viruses
credit. Cover cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, with an emphasis on their role in human disease. Labs will
heredity, evolution, populations and ecology. AP Bio is focus on sterile technique, food preparation and disease
designed to be taken after completion of Chemistry and prevention.
Biology. Students who have taken Physical Science and
Honors Biology may take AP Bio concurrent with Chemistry. AP Physics C: Mechanics
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
AP Chemistry B (85%) in Honors Precalculus
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) AP Physics C: Mechanics is a calculus-based, college-level
A or B in Honors Chemistry; A in Algebra II; completion of or concurrent
physics course. It covers kinematics; Newton’s laws of
enrollment in Honors Precalculus; department approval
AP Chemistry is a college-level science course that offers the motion; work, energy, and power; systems of particles and
opportunity for college credit upon completion. Topics linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; oscillations;
covered include: thermochemistry, atomic structure, and gravitation.
oxidation-reduction reactions, and chemical equilibrium. Upon
completion of this course, students will have the opportunity
to sit for the AP Chemistry exam attempting to earn college
 SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT American Government
Course Title Grade Length Credit Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
American Government will focus on the political systems
World Civilizations 10 Year 1 found in the US Government. It will give a general overview
AP World History: Modern 10 Year 1 of differing political philosophies with a special emphasis on
those that influenced the development of the Constitution.
US History 11 Year 1 Topics will then move directly into the operation of our
AP US History 11 Year 1 government, specifically the development of powers of the
American Government 12 Sem 0.5 Legislative, Executive and Judicial Branches.
AP US Government & AP US Government and Politics
12 Year 1
Politics Grades 12 ⚫ Sem (1.0 cr)
Economics 12 Sem 0.5 A both semesters in US History or B (85%) in AP US History
Students will study the key concepts and institutions of the
AP Economics (Micro/Macro) 12 Year 1 each
political system and culture of the United States. Units include
AP Human Geography* All Year 1 Foundations of American Democracy, Interactions Among the
AP Psychology 11, 12 Year 1 Branches of Government, Civil Liberties and Civil Rights,
*first AP course available for freshmen
Political Ideologies and Beliefs and Political Participation.
Students will read key documents in US government and
World Civilizations complete a research or applied civics project. At the end of
Grade 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) this course, students may elect to take the AP exam.
A study of the major events in the history of humankind,
beginning with a study of man’s first civilization and moving Economics
on to the 20th century. A special focus will be on European Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
and Middle Eastern history, including a study of their ideas Students will study two broad areas: microeconomics and
and impact on history. macroeconomics. Microeconomics focuses on basic
economics principles as well as a study of individual areas
AP World History: Modern such as household finance and budget. Macroeconomics will
Grade 10 ⚫ Year (1 cr) focus more on the systemic forces that drive economies. Also
A in 8th grade Social Studies; department approval discussed will be various types of economic structures,
AP World History: Modern will allow students to investigate theories, and practices.
significant event, individuals, developments, and process from
approximately 1200 C.E. to the present. Students will develop AP Microeconomics (fall semester) AND
and use skills, practices, and methods to analyze primary and AP Macroeconomics (spring semester)
secondary sources, making historical comparisons, utilizing Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (1.0 cr each)
reasoning about contextualization, causation, continuity and MUST BE TAKEN AS A PAIR; Algebra II; department approval
change over time, and developing historical arguments. This course pairing covers both Microeconomics and
Students will make connections among historical Macroeconomics. It begins with outlining the basic principles
developments in different times and places by examining the of economics. It then moves into a study in Microeconomics,
interaction between humans and the environment; which includes the functions of individual decision makers,
development and interaction of cultures; state building, both consumers and producers, within the economic system. It
expansion, and conflict; creation, expansion, and interaction of places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of
economic systems; and development and transformation of product markets and includes the role of government in
social structures. promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy.
Following that will be a study in Macroeconomics, which
US History discusses the principles of economics that apply to an
Grade 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr) economic system as a whole. Such topics include a study of
US History will focus on the main people, events, and themes national income, price-level determination, economic
that have shaped United States history from Reconstruction to performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization
present day and God’s role in the development of the country. policies, economic growth and international economics.
Students will be prepared to sit for BOTH the AP
AP US History Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics tests in the spring.
Grade 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
A in both semesters of World Civilization or B (85%) in AP World History: AP Human Geography ℋ
Modern; department approval All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
In this college-level course, students will cover the same time A in 8th grade Social Studies course; department approval
period and events as US History 11 (1492-present) but with Introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and
greater emphasis on primary source analysis and synthesis. processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and
Writing and discussion are integral components of this course. alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students learn to employ
This course moves fast, so outside reading and note-taking is spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human
essential. Upon completion, students will have the opportunity socioeconomic organization and its environmental
to sit for the AP United States History exam, to attempt to earn consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools
college credit.
geographers use in their research and applications. Specific expanding their use of the French language in the classroom
topics include: The nature and perspectives of geography, and in conversation. French language will be the primary
population and migration, cultural patterns and processes, language in the classroom.
Political organization of space, agriculture, industrialization
and economic development, and cities and urban land use. Honors French III
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
AP Psychology B in both semesters of French I and Semester 1 of French II; recommendation
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Emphasis is placed on reading, writing and conversational
AP Psychology introduces students to the systematic and skills. Students will continue vocabulary and grammar
scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. development, but importance will be placed on using French
While considering psychologists and studies that have shaped to communicate. The course is conducted entirely in French.
the field, students explore and apply psychological theories,
key concepts, and phenomena associated with such topics as Honors French IV
the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
B in both semesters of French II and Semester 1 of French III; recommendation
learning and cognition, motivation, developmental
psychology, testing and individual differences, treatment of Designed to continue the development of students’ language
abnormal behavior, and social psychology. Throughout the skills and to approach fluency in French. Extensive grammar
course, students employ psychological research methods, review and working with reading strategies will help prepare
including ethical considerations, as they use the scientific students for further studies in the language. History topics
method, evaluate claims and evidence, and effectively from prehistoric through Napoleon will be studied. The
communicate ideas. course is conducted entirely in French.

AP French Language
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT B in both semesters of French IV; department approval
Course Title Grade Length Credit AP French will increase the understanding of written and
French I 8, 9-11 Year 1 spoken French, as well as improve ability to respond in correct
and idiomatic French. Upon completion of this course students
French II All Year 1 will be at a level consistent with that of students who have
Honors French III 10, 11, 12 Year 1 completed three years (six semesters) of college courses in the
French language and have the opportunity to sit for the AP
Honors French IV 11, 12 Year 1 French language exam to earn college credit.
AP French Language 12 Year 1
Latin I All Year 1 Latin I ℋ when taken as elective, not to fulfill World Language requirement
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Latin II 10, 11, 12 Year 1 The primary objectives of this course are to bring students to
Spanish I 8, 9-11 Year 1 the point where they can read the Latin of classical authors
with confidence. This course will enhance general language
Spanish II All Year 1 learning techniques, including facility with English and
Honors Spanish III 10, 11, 12 Year 1 enhancement of English vocabulary. Students will develop
awareness of the culture of the Romans, its historic
Honors Spanish IV 11, 12 Year 1
significance for us as Christians and contemporary relevance.
AP Spanish Language 11, 12 Year 1
Latin II ℋ when taken as elective, not to fulfill World Language requirement
French I Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
Grades 8, 9, 10, 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Latin I
The primary objective of this course is to enable students to This course will cover intermediate grammar and elements of
acquire the basic skills necessary to begin communicating in composition so that students are able to read and write
French. Emphasis on all four language skills is included: intermediate passages in Latin. They read aloud Latin
listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Students will learn passages for comprehension. The relationship of English to
basic vocabulary and grammatical structures of the French Latin is emphasized in vocabulary building, word derivation,
language. French language will be the primary language in the and meanings of prefixes and suffixes. Points of grammar and
classroom. syntax are developed through the study of classical literary
passages. The geography, history, government and culture of
French II Rome and the early Church are studied.
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr)
French I Spanish I
As an extension of French I, French II is designed to continue Grades 8, 9, 10, 11 ⚫ Year (1 cr)
the development of comfortable communication and The primary objective of this course is to enable students to
knowledge of the French language. A secondary objective is acquire the basic skills necessary to begin communicating in
to begin to give students insight into the Francophone world. Spanish. Emphasis on all four language skills is included:
Students will continue vocabulary acquisition, grammar listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Students will learn
development, reading of Bible verses in French, and
basic vocabulary and grammatical structures of the Spanish needed. Ideally, this student has experience with a/v
language. equipment, lighting, and technology related to computer
applications. This student will serve in the a/v booth before,
Spanish II during, and immediately after chapel to ensure audio, video,
All Grades ⚫ Year (1 cr) and other technological needs are met. To obtain credit for this
Spanish I class, students will complete personal evaluations of work.
Spanish II enables the student to become more comfortable May be repeated for additional credit.
communicating. Students practice conversation, vocabulary
acquisition, and grammar development through speaking the Eagle IT Help Desk
Spanish language. Students become familiar with Spanish- Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Semester (0.25 cr) Pass/Fail
speaking cultures as they practice listening, writing, reading, LCA IT Department approval; may be repeated for additional credit
and speaking in Spanish. Eagle Help Desk internship provides a way for students to
expand their technology integration and proficiency, while
Honors Spanish III providing a valuable service to the school. Students will take a
Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) leadership role in providing technology support,
B in both semesters of Spanish I and Sem 1 of Spanish II; recommendation troubleshooting, and other computer resources for both
Honors Spanish III emphasizes reading, writing, and students and teachers. In order to obtain credit for the class,
conversational skills. Students will continue vocabulary and the student must provide a personal evaluation of the work
grammar development, but the importance will be placed on completed by the end of the semester. This evaluation must be
using Spanish to communicate. The Spanish language will be signed by a member of the LCA IT staff.
the primary language in the classroom.
FLEX Support
Honors Spanish IV All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr)
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) Available to students on an approved LCA Plan only
B in both semesters of Spanish II and Semester 1 of Honors Spanish III; The FLEX seminar is a specialized course designed to
recommendation
support, encourage, and help students who are on an LCA
Honors Spanish IV is an advanced level course that stresses a Plan with structured study skills, note taking instruction,
general appreciation of literature, writing and conversation. It learner-type assessment and reflection, organizational skills,
also includes a comprehensive review of grammar. time management skills, stress management, self-advocacy
and responsibility, and future planning and goal
AP Spanish Language setting. Students in this course will be required to keep a
Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Year (1 cr) school planner.
B in both semesters of Spanish IV; Seniors may advance from Spanish III to
AP Spanish with added summer work
Students will read, speak and write in Spanish. The goal of International Accelerated Study Abroad
this class is to become proficient in the Spanish language and Focus: Christian Leadership
culture. Six overarching themes will be studied: Families and All Grades ⚫ Varies (0.25 cr) Pass/Fail
Communities, Science and Technology, Beauty and No limit on number of trips taken or elective credit earned
Aesthetics, Contemporary Life, Global Challenges, Personal Study Christian leadership skills within the context of famous
and Public Identities. At the end of the year, students will have destinations. Topics of study vary based on the location, but
the opportunity to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture may cover relationships, communication, worldviews,
Exam. philosophy, culture, history and personalities. The course
focuses on learning to be a Christian leader in a broken world
and teaches students how to live a story worth telling and
MISCELLANEOUS COURSE OFFERINGS positively influence those around them. This course contains
work required outside of class time, as well as one week of
Teacher/Office Aide international travel (cost in addition to tuition) to a
Grade 12 ⚫ Semester (0.25 cr) Pass/Fail European/Asian country. Completion of all coursework is
Teacher approval
Assisting teachers and/or staff members with daily tasks, required for credit. Possible destinations: China, England, France,
Germany/Czech Republic, Greece, Israel, Italy, or Poland. Partner
planning and communications. Aides are required to sign a Organization: Global Next Leadership Institute (www.globalnext.org)
confidentiality agreement and expected to be professional and
discrete. Students will be removed from the TA course for Leadership Forum
violating confidentiality or at the supervisor’s request. To All Grades ⚫ Year (0.25 cr) Pass/Fail
obtain credit for this class, students will complete personal Application and acceptance into Leadership Forum; students are expected to
evaluations of work. May be repeated for additional credit. participate in Leadership Forum throughout high school
Leadership Forum challenges students to learn and grow into
Chapel Tech Student Aide better leaders through group discussion once a month and a
Grade 10-12 ⚫ Semester (0.25 cr) Pass/Fail yearly service project.
Student Life Director, principal, and IT approval
The chapel tech internship is a way for students to expand
their technical skills while providing a valuable service to our
school. Students will take a leadership role in providing
technical support for chapel services and additional events as
Life Skills Work Release
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0.5 cr) Grades 12 ⚫ Semester (0 cr) Ungraded
This course introduces students to skills related to personal Administrator approval
and professional growth and development, including but not Seniors who are on track to graduate, including fulfillment of
limited to, goal setting, time and stress management, consumer all elective requirements, may be permitted to leave school
management skills, nutrition and basic food preparation, and after 6th hour to begin their afterschool employment.
career assistance (resume, cover letters, interviewing, etc.). Documentation of employment is required prior to approval of
Additionally, this class will teach students how to effectively the Work Release. Students are required to sign out in the
read their Bible. There will be a fee associated with this High School Office every day before leaving campus.
course. Detentions will be issued if students do not sign out daily.

Study Hall
All Grades ⚫ Semester (0 cr) Ungraded
Students may opt to have a study hall during any semester, as
long as they are on track with all academic requirements for
graduation. Study hall is a monitored hour where students may
complete homework, required reading, test review or other
class projects. This opportunity is available so that students
who are enrolled in a more rigorous course load or who have
afterschool commitments with church, athletics, employment,
etc…may stay on top of their studies and reduce the evening
time required for schoolwork.
 2023-2024 LCA High School
Course List
ART & HUMANITIES – Media Arts ℋ all courses
Course Title Grade Length Credit
ENGLISH
Graphic Design Software All Sem 0.5
Course Title Grade Length Credit
Video Editing and Special
All Sem 0.5 English I 9 Year 1
Effects
Advanced Digital Media Honors English I 9 Year 1
10, 11, 12 Sem 0.5
I-IV
English II 10 Year 1
Digital Photography I* All Sem 0.5
Honors English II 10 Year 1
Digital Photography II* All Sem 0.5
English III 11 Year 1
Journalism/News ℋ All Year 1
Honors English III 11 Year 1
Journalism/Yearbook ℋ All Year 1
AP English Language and
11 Year 1
Composition
ARTS & HUMANITIES – Performing Arts ℋ all courses
English IV 12 Year 1
Course Title Grade Length Credit
AP English Literature 12 Year 1
Instrumental Music All Year 1
Dual Credit English Year 1
Chorus All Year 1 12
(ENG 100 and ENG 110) (sem ea) (0.5 ea)
Drama I and II All Sem 0.5 Speech~ 12 Sem 0.5
Piano All Sem 0.5 ~Online available. Placement by school, not available upon request.

Guitar All Sem 0.5 KINETIC WELLNESS

Hist of Vis & Perf Arts 11, 12 Sem 0.5 Course Title Grade Length Credit
AP Music Theory 11, 12 Year 1 Health (spring) 9 Sem 0.5
Physical Education (fall) 9 Sem 0.5
ARTS & HUMANITIES – Visual Arts ℋ all courses
Physical Wellness^ All Sem 0.5
Course Title Grade Length Credit
2D Art I-III All Sem 0.5 MATH
3D Art I-III All Sem 0.5 Course Title Grade Length Credit
Printmaking All Sem 0.5 Algebra I 9 Year 1
Advanced Studio Art 11, 12 Sem 0.5 Geometry 9, 10 Year 1
History of the Visual and Honors Geometry 9, 10 Year 1
11, 12 Sem 0.5
Performing Arts
Algebra II 9, 10, 11 Year 1
AP Art History 10, 11, 12 Year 1
Honors Algebra II 9, 10, 11 Year 1
AP Studio Art 11, 12 Year 1
Algebra III/Trigonometry 10, 11, 12 Year 1
BIBLE Statistics 10, 11, 12 Year 1
Course Title Grade Length Credit Dual Credit Math
(College Algebra and 11, 12 Year 1
I: Christ in the Old and (sem ea) (0.5 ea)
9 Year 1 College Trigonometry)
New Testaments
II: Themes of Scripture 10 Year 1 Honors Precalculus 10, 11, 12 Year 1
III: Christianity and Calculus 11, 12 Year 1
11 Year 1
World Religions
AP Calculus AB 11, 12 Year 1
IV: Ethics and Culture in
12 Year 1 AP Calculus BC 12 Year 1
a Modern Society
Apologetics All Sem 0.5 AP Statistics 10, 11, 12 Year 1
Leadership and Spiritual
All Sem 0.5
Formation
Ministry Studies All Sem 0.5
Christian Ministry &
12 Sem 0.5
Leadership Internship
 SOCIAL STUDIES
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES – Business & Legal Studies Course Title Grade Length Credit
Course Title Grade Length Credit World Civilizations 10 Year 1
Accounting All Sem 0.5 AP World History 10 Year 1
Intro to Business All Year 1 US History 11 Year 1
Personal Finance 11, 12 Sem 0.5 AP US History 11 Year 1
Intro to Law ℋ All Sem 0.5 American Government 12 Sem 0.5
Business Law ℋ All Sem 0.5 AP US Government &
12 Year 1
Criminal Law ℋ All Sem 0.5 Politics
Mock Trial ℋ All Sem 0.5 Economics 12 Sem 0.5
Business and Technology AP Economics 12 Year 1 each
11, 12 Sem 0.5 (Sem Micro + Sem Macro)
Internship
AP Human Geography ℋ All Year 1
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES – Engineering & Technology AP Psychology 11, 12 Year 1
Course Title Grade Length Credit
Application Design and WORLD LANGUAGES
All Sem 0.5
Programming I: Python Course Title Grade Length Credit
Application Design and French I 8, 9-11 Year 1
All Sem 0.5
Programming II: C++
PLTW Introduction to French II All Year 1
All Year 1
Engineering Honors French III 10, 11, 12 Year 1
PLTW Principles of
10, 11, 12 Year 1 Honors French IV 11, 12 Year 1
Engineering
AP Computer Science A 10, 11, 12 Year 1 AP French Language 11, 12 Year 1
Latin I ℋ as elective All Year 1
SCIENCE Latin II ℋ as elective 10, 11, 12 Year 1
Course Title Grade Length Credit
Spanish I 8, 9-11 Year 1
Biology 9 Year 1
Spanish II All Year 1
Honors Biology 9 Year 1
Honors Spanish III 10, 11, 12 Year 1
Conceptual Physics 10 Year 1
Honors Spanish IV 11, 12 Year 1
Chemistry 10, 11 Year 1
AP Spanish Language 11, 12 Year 1
Honors Chemistry 10, 11 Year 1
AP Biology 11, 12 Year 1 OTHER
AP Chemistry 11, 12 Year 1 Course Title Grade Length Credit
Honors Anatomy 10, 11, 12 Year 1 Teacher/Office Aide ↕ 12 Sem 0.25
Chapel Tech Student
Anatomy 11, 12 Sem 0.5 10, 11, 12 Sem 0.25
Aide ↕
Forensics 11, 12 Sem 0.5 Eagle IT Help Desk ↕ 11, 12 Sem 0.25
Genetics 11, 12 Sem 0.5 FLEX Support LCA Plan Sem 0.5
Microbiology 11, 12 Sem 0.5 Study Hall ≠ All Sem 0
AP Physics C: Mechanics 11, 12 Year 1 Life Skills All Sem 0.5
Work Release ≠ 12 Sem 0
Study Abroad: Christian
All Varies 0.25
Leadership

ℋ Meets Humanities/Fine Arts Requirement

↕ Pass/Fail Course, does not factor into GPA
≠ Ungraded
 High School Clubs & Organizations
2024-2025
socializing, practicing French conversation, painting, and
Academic Team learning about and celebrating French holidays. We ask that
All Grades ⚫ Membership Fee Cathy Hicks members of the club donate $5 at the first meeting to help
Graduation Cord for 4-year members [email protected] cover the cost of our activities.
The academic team provides an opportunity for students to
showcase their academic achievement and practice teamwork. French Honor Society
Students have the opportunity to compete in quick recall team- Grades 11,12 ⚫ Membership Fee Janna Fults
based competition and individual written assessments. Practice Graduation Cord [email protected]
typically happens twice a week before or after school, and FHS is reserved only for those who have taken at least 3 years
there are 3-4 Saturday competitions between November and of high school French (must be a Junior) and have (as well as
March. For more information, see KAAC.com. There is a $75 maintain) an A in the class. If a student is eligible, he/she will
fee to cover entrance fees and shirts. receive a letter of invitation. Dues cover the cost of graduation
cords.
Beta Club
All Grades ⚫ 3.25 GPA, Membership Fee Alyse Treesh Jazz Ensemble
Graduation Cord [email protected] All Grades ⚫ Daniel Wesley
The National Beta Club Mission Statement is: To promote the [email protected]
ideals of academic achievement, character, service, and
leadership among elementary and secondary students. Beta
Club recognizes and honors high academic achievement,
prepares young people for life and empowers them to be Leadership Forum
successful, develops the leaders of tomorrow. Our motto All Grades ⚫ Year(0.25 cr, Pass/Fail) Keith Gallowau
is: Let Us Lead by Serving Others. To be eligible, students [email protected]
must have and maintain a 3.25 GPA. If eligible, students will Application and acceptance into Leadership Forum; students are expected to
participate in Leadership Forum throughout high school.
receive a letter of invitation from the chapter advisor. Dues are
Leadership Forum challenges students to learn and grow into
$50 which includes chapter fees, graduation cords, and a $5
incidental fee for club activities. Membership invitations are better leaders through group discussion once a month and a
sent to qualifying students in grades 10-12 in the fall semester; yearly service project. Students must apply and be accepted
invitations to qualifying freshmen are sent in early spring into Leadership Forum and are expected to participate
throughout their high school enrollment.
semester.
Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society
Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy
All Grades ⚫ Membership Fee Crystal Trower
Grades 10-12 Lauren Jarvis Graduation Cord [email protected]
[email protected]
Mu Alpha Theta is a national organization for students who
CFA is a leadership organization focused on making an impact
have an interest in mathematics and want to promote this
through action. We engage students where they are with what
interest within their school, home and community. National
interests them. We introduce students to new and unique ideas
requirements for members include completion of 4 semesters
and insights. We equip students with tangible tools for their
of college preparatory mathematics, enrollment in a third year
leadership journey. Participation in CFA is limited to one year.
of college preparatory mathematics, and a minimum of a 3.0
GPA in all math classes. A one-time membership fee of $20
Drama Club
covers the graduation cord, diploma sticker, and the official
All Grades ⚫ Aaron Merz
[email protected]
Mu Alpha Theta certificate. Students must apply for
The Drama Club is a student-led organization for students who membership. Invitations will be issued to qualifying members.
enjoy theater and performing. The Drama Club typically Applications for membership will be accepted in the fall.
produces a show during the fall semester. The club meets
twice a week to rehearse after school; however, the number of National Honor Society
rehearsals for participants varies depending on their role. Grades 10, 11, 12 ⚫ Membership Fee Meredyth Davis
Graduation Cord [email protected]
Members are expected to attend rehearsals, memorize lines
The purpose of NHS is to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to
and staging, and perform in the final production. Participants
may be asked to purchase or bring clothes for their costumes. stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and
to develop character in the students of secondary schools.
Membership in local NHS chapters is an honor bestowed upon
French Club
a student by a Faculty Council and is based on the four pillars
All Grades ⚫ Alyse Treesh
[email protected]
of NHS: scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Once
The French Club was created to give students who love the selected, members have the responsibility to continue to
French culture and language an opportunity to indulge in some demonstrate these qualities. To be eligible, students must have
fun activities that we might not otherwise have time for in a cumulative GPA based on grade level (10th grade 3.8,
class. Typically, the club meets once a month before 11th grade 3.65, 12th grade 3.5) and maintain a 3.5 GPA
school. Activities include making and/or eating French food thereafter. If eligible, students will receive a letter of invitation
like crepes, macarons, baguettes, fondue, etc., playing games, from the chapter advisor with application requirements. Dues
are $25 which includes chapter fees and graduation cords.
Membership invitations are sent to qualifying seniors in the
fall semester and to qualifying sophomores and juniors

Prom Committee
Grade 11 Kathy Picarazzi
[email protected]
The Prom Committee is comprised of a group of 11th grade
students who meet regularly to assist the Prom Committee
Chairs in planning the events for prom. The Committee will
assist in all details including the theme, decorations, favors,
venue, food, and DJ. The Committee will also take the lead in
promoting ticket sales for Prom.

Spanish Club
All Grades ⚫ Mary Kay Phillips
[email protected]
The Spanish Club was created to give students who love the
Spanish culture and language an opportunity to experience
some fun activities that we might not otherwise have time for
in class. Typically, the club meets once a month before school.
Activities include making and/or eating Spanish food like
tacos, churros, etc., playing games, socializing, practicing
Spanish conversation, crafting, and learning about and
elebrating Spanish holidays. We ask that members of the club
donate $5 at the first meeting to help cover the cost of our
activities.

Spanish Honor Society

Grades 11, 12 ⚫ Membership Fee Mary Kay Phillips
Graduation Cord [email protected]
SHS is reserved only for those who have taken at least 3 years
of high school Spanish (must be a Junior) and have (as well as
maintain) an A in the class. If a student is eligible, he/she will
receive a letter of invitation. Dues cover the cost of graduation
cords.

Student Government
All Grades ⚫ Keith Galloway
[email protected]

Student Y Club
All Grades ⚫ David Vance
[email protected]

Tri-M Music Honor Society

All Grades ⚫ Daniel Wesley
Graduation Cord [email protected]