Curriculum Guide - February 2022
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Feb 28

Studies In Film

This course will explore the movies and talents of Steven Spielberg, beginning with the many influences on his earliest films and his development of the blockbuster movie. The focus of the class then switches to Spielberg’s career after the blockbusters, including his recent Oscar-nominated works. Special emphasis will be placed on Spielberg influences such as Hitchcock, Ford, Wyler, Kubrick, Curtiz, Lean, etc. The class will also explore the movies’ themes and their significance ... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 28
11th grade 12th grade Visual Arts

Feb 28

Psychology Through Film

This elective course uses film to help better understand the topics covered in this introductory class. The choice of film will be based on the topic being covered. The structure of the course is to introduce topics in class prior to viewing a film, watch the film and complete a study guide, write an essay and then discuss the film and study guide in class. Through this course students will increase analytical skills, recognize their own psychological and emotional responses to film, learn ho... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 28
11th grade 12th grade Visual Arts

Feb 14

Percussion Ensemble

Full Year Course   This ensemble is for students in grade 7 and 8 who are not in Band Ensemble and are interested in learning techniques and performance skills on pitched and non-pitched percussion instruments. The ensemble will perform globally diverse music styles and genres, as well as, their own class composition. This course will take place during the school day and will require an on-campus performance.      Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 14
7th grade 8th grade MYP Performing Arts

Feb 14

Advanced Visual Art, Grades 7-8

Full-year course   This course is offered to students in grades 7 and 8 interested in expanding their learning process through visual arts. Students will explore advanced artistic techniques and methods while refining their creative skills. Also, students will explore more of a creative license to develop their creativity and interests while learning about historical  art periods and artists of the world.     Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 14
7th grade 8th grade Visual Arts

Feb 1

Game Design 

Multimedia design is recommended before taking game design If you’ve ever been interested in creating your own game, this course is for you. Game design is about creating challenges, setting, and achieving goals, and making the world a better place. Games can bring people together or provide a private place for players to escape to. Students will work solo and in teams to create a variety of games including, but not limited to video games as they learn about digital design, audio d... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade Design

Feb 1

XR (Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality)

Multimedia design is recommended before taking XR (Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality)  Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are emerging technologies that lead to a wide variety of careers in the fields of engineering, education, games, architecture, and many others. In this course students will use a variety of cutting-edge technologies, such as the Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift, to create experiences, worlds, and tools to solve problems and explore these constantly evolving ... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade Design

Feb 1

Multimedia Design

In this course students will learn the design process to create designs such as logos, digital illustration, infographics, 3d package design and web sites using online tools and professional level software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Premier. This class focuses on user centered problem solving and developing creative, innovative solutions.   Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade Design

Feb 1

Robotics Design, Grade 9, 10

Robotics is a course that focuses on different aspects of engineering problem solving and design. This introductory course gives student an idea about the integration of mechanical components, electrical devices, and programming dynamics. Mechanical and electrical components that will be used are factory manufactured, but the idea is to get hands on experience using these together. To integrate the programming field, we will use “OnBot” also the form of “Blockly” slow... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 9th grade Design

Feb 1

Facing History & Ourselves 

This is a one year course with resources that have been selected by Facing History and Ourselves that is sequenced in order to deepen the ethical and moral reasoning of students and to challenge their critical thinking and literacy skills. The course is divided into twelve sections that guide students through an in-depth study of the Holocaust and an intellectual and emotional journey through and exploration of universal themes that raise profound and disturbing questions about human behavior... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

French III HL  

Student must meet the following criteria: An A or B in SL level class teacher reccomendation This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through reading... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade

Feb 1

French III SL

This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through reading, writing, worksheets, games, songs, listening activities, and more.    &nb... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade

Feb 1

French II HL 

For a student from Middle School moving to II HL A final grade of A in both 7th and 8th grade Has summative scores averaging an A Performed well on all portions of the placement test, including the essay portion  This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to dire... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

French II SL

Student must meet the following criteria: no significant skill gaps that would impede success in the setting scored an A in all formatives and summatives teacher recommendation required This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, d... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

French I 

This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through reading, writing, worksheets, games, songs, listening activities, and more.     &nb... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

Mandarin III HL

Student must meet the following criteria: An A or B in SL level class teacher reccomendation This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through rea... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade

Feb 1

Mandarin III SL

This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through reading, writing, worksheets, games, songs, listening activities, and more.    This course will... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade

Feb 1

Mandarin II HL

For a student from Middle School moving to II HL A final grade of A in both 7th and 8th grade Has summative scores averaging an A Performed well on all portions of the placement test, including the essay portion  This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direc... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

Mandarin II SL

Student must meet the following criteria: no significant skill gaps that would impede success in the setting scored an A in all formatives and summatives teacher recommendation required This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, d... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade

Feb 1

Mandarin I

This course incorporates the three fundamental concepts of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP): holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication.  A variety of engaging experiences will include but are not limited to direct teaching, projects, inquiry, discussions, peer evaluations, cooperative learning, differentiation, and practice through reading, writing, worksheets, games, songs, listening activities, and more.    &nbs... Read More
Posted by Shayne Dotson at Feb 1
10th grade 11th grade 12th grade 9th grade