This course is appropriate for the student who has experienced average success in past English and language arts courses. The focus of this course is literature as we study short stories, drama, the novel, and informational text throughout the year. Students will learn and practice basic sentence, paragraph, and essay structures and will discover how to improve their writing through the six traits. Basic mechanics rules will be covered as they apply to writing. In addition, vocabulary units and grammar found on the ACT exam will be covered.
This course is appropriate for the student who has experienced average success in past English and language arts classes. Students will continue to focus on literature as we study short stories, drama, the novel, and informational text throughout the year. Students will practice basic sentence, paragraph, and essay structures. Students will understand the basic uses of punctuation in formal language as they continue to hone their skills in creating a variety of sentences. Students will give a 3-7 minute informational speech and a 5-8 minute persuasive speech in this course.
This course will give students the opportunity to read various literary works that depict the American experience: short stories, novels, plays, poems, and essays. This course will reinforce narrative and expository essays. It will review the rules of punctuation, grammar, and usage as well as work with proper documentation. This course will also stress vocabulary building.
This class will focus on literary analysis and essay writing using research and MLA documentation. The course will review the basic rules of punctuation, grammar and usage, and students will practice sentence fluency. The survey of literature will include British and world authors. Study of literature will focus on comprehension and writing about the literature. Students will also study vocabulary in context.
Physical science is divided into two areas: Chemistry and Physics. Chemistry is the study of matter, its structure, and the changes it undergoes. Physics is related to the relationship between matter and energy. This course is required for graduation.
Biology is designed to consider unifying principles and help students gain a general understanding of life processes and an increased appreciation for life itself. Some of the topics covered include: General Principles, Population and Resource Ecology, Cellular Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Microorganisms, Botany, Human Biology, and Introductory Anatomy and Physiology.
This full year chemistry class is an option to complete the requirement for chemistry grad standards. This course provides students with an opportunity to study the relationships among matter, energy, and structure. Some topics included are: measurement, classification of matter, formula writing, qualitative and quantitative problem-solving, atomic theory, chemical bonding, gas behavior, and acid-base relationships. Lab opportunities are included. Students must pass both semesters to graduate. The completion of concurrent enrollment in higher algebra or other advanced mathematics courses are strongly recommended. You must have completed and passed geometry and algebra before taking this class. If you are uncertain which chemistry course is for you, please watch the video that explains the differences between the courses.
No. 41320D & 41321D Distance Learning Chemistry
SOCIAL STUDIES
AMERICAN HISTORY No. 1400B | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 9 (BLOCK)
This course is chronological in scope covering the period from the turn of the 20th century through the present.Important persons, places, events, and concepts are studied.
No. 41400D Distance Learning American History
WORLD HISTORY No. 1422B | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 10 (BLOCK)
This course is a survey of the ancient and not so ancient world. The student will be introduced to the civilizations whichshaped the ancient world as well as the transfer of power from the Middle East to Europe.
Work in your at-home art studio! Students get to decide their materials while working within art themes. This allows for a personalized learning experience while covering the visual arts standards. Materials can be provided by the school for a fee or students will purchase/use their own supplies. Continue creating your own individual work in a distance learning format. Course will be primarily delivered through online instruction and regular contact with the art teacher. Fees are based on selected projects.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
INDOOR FITNESS FOR LIFE 9 No. 1800 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 9
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class will reinforce skills in badminton, pickleball, gymnastics, table tennis, archery, ice skating, and tournament set-ups. Students will be evaluated on physical skills tests, observations, written tests, as well as on participation and effort.
No. 41839D Distance Learning Phy Ed
OUTDOOR FITNESS FOR LIFE 9 No. 1801 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 9
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class will reinforce skills in tennis, soccer, football, softball, track and field, and volleyball. Students will be evaluated on physical skills tests, observations, written tests, as well as on participation and effort.
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class is designed for students to enhance and refine their skills in activities such as soccer, football, softball, tennis, volleyball, pickleball, and badminton. There will be a focus on cooperative team concepts, individual participation, and physical fitness.
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. This course will identify components of individual, family, and community health issues. Students will gain knowledge to make informed decisions in the following areas: physical health, mental/emotional health, social health, wellness, diseases and disorders, human sexuality and relationships, drug awareness, and CPR.