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English 7
Class Code:
007

Department:
English
Catalog Description: Students will be exposed to a number of literary genres, with an emphasis on understanding story anatomy. Class discussion will focus on important themes developed in each work. Students will write critical essays based on assigned readings; great attention will be paid to developing and supporting strong theme statements. Creative writing assignments will allow students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a personal way. In addition to the study of literature, considerable attention will be paid to the development of grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary skills. Literature includes Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, The White Mountains, Shane, and Greek mythology.

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English 8
Class Code:
008
Department: English
Catalog Description: Building on the skills gained last year, students will analyze new selections of literature with an aim to explore new themes and ideas. Critical essays will follow assigned readings, with an emphasis on further perfecting formal writing skills. In addition, students will develop their creative writing, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary skills. Students will also be prepared for the ELA state exam to be administered halfway through the year. Literature includes Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Lord of the Rings, and Out of the Silent Planet.

English 9
Class Code:
009
Department: English
Catalog Description: Students in English 9 will read and study a variety of genres such as short story, poetry, autobiography, biography, drama, essay, and the novel. They will write expository, narrative and persuasive essays, as well as original short stories and poems. They will use Vocabulary Workshop Level D in order to promote growth in their vocabulary use and understanding. They will study principles of English grammar as these principles relate to their reading and writing. Authors to be studied include Dickens, Doyle, Poe, London, and Shakespeare, as well as a wide range of poets. The class will be introduced to William Shakespeare and Elizabethan drama as they read Romeo and Juliet.

English 10
Class Code:
010
Department: English
Catalog Description: Students will be given a brief overview of the history of literature, from ancient myths and religious writings to works of the modern age. Authors from various countries will be examined, with class discussion centering on the major themes and ideas of assigned texts. Students will write narrative, expository, and persuasive essays as well as a full length research paper. They will use vocabulary Worshop Level E in order to promote growth in their vocabulary use and understanding. Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare and The Chosen by Chaim Potok will be studied as well as a wide variety of short stories and poems.

English 11 – American Lit
Class Code:
011
Department: English
Catalog Description: "Beginnings of American Literature" presents great works including American Humor and Legend, The American Story, Devotional Verse and in chronological format covers the literature of the first two centuries -- early accounts; first books and first poets ending with the reading of the novel, The Scarlet Letter by Hawthorne. "Literature of the American People" continues in chronological format from 1800 to the 20th century. We read the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. We also give intensive study and practice to prepare for the NYS Regents. In this class we follow a systematic study of vocabulary and write a research paper.

English 12 – British Lit
Class Code:
012
Department: English
Catalog Description: English 12 (British Literature) is a survey course of British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Modern Age. Students will read and study representative literature from the Anglo-Saxon period, the Medieval period, the Elizabethan Age, the Age of the Puritans, the Restoration and the Eighteenth Century, the Romantic Age, the Victorian Age and the Modern Age. Students will read and study poetry, fiction, non-fiction and drama. Full-length works studied will include Macbeth, The Pilgrim's Progress, A Tale of Two Cities, and The Secret Sharer. Students will write analytical papers in response to the literature read. Vocabulary Workshop Level G is used to promote growth in students' vocabulary use and understanding.

English 101 Advanced Studies GCC
Class Code:
012GCC
Department: English
Catalog Description: In this course, students will study, analyze and write essays in the various modes of discourse, such as narration, description, process analysis, comparison/contrast, exemplification, definition, cause-effect, and persuasion. Where necessary, prescriptive grammar lessons will address students’ mechanics. Students will be taught techniques for pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing and proofreading. Peer and teacher review will be used. A research paper is a required element of this course.

English Technical Writing/Speech
Class Code:
012WL
Department: English
Catalog Description: Course is designed to further prepare seniors for college-level thesis writing and public speaking. The course includes various writing, research, and public speaking assignments that will hone their skills. Student workshops and one-on-one teacher conferences refine evaluation skills and improve writing. It is expected that students will be adequately prepared for Freshman Composition 101 and Public Speaking 101 at the conclusion of this course.

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Social Studies 7
Class Code:
107
Department: History
Catalog Description: In this 7th grade course, we begin a two-year study of American History. Students will explore various historical themes from the Age of Exploration to the Civil War. Along the way, we will also discuss relevant Biblical themes and apply them to key events in American history. Much of the focus of the class will center around analytical thinking (cause-effect relationships, component parts of key events, document analysis) that will build on the basics of American history.

Social Studies 8
Class Code:
108
Department: History
Catalog Description: This is the second half of the two-year American History course. Students will explore various historical themes from the Civil War to the present. Along the way we will also discuss relevant Biblical themes and apply them to key events in American history. Much of the focus of the class will center around analytical thinking (cause-effect relationships, component parts of key events, document analysis) that will build on the basics of American history.

Social Studies 9 - Global I
Class Code:
109
Department: History
Catalog Description: A student's worldview is not complete without a Biblical understanding of the history that has shaped him and the human society. Students will develop a framework to understanding the dynamics of human movement, interaction, thought, and conflict through the ages. Students will also learn to analyze and evaluate issues of historical controversy, and to apply Biblical principles to current events. This course is a mix of lecture, discussion, and discovery using a variety of media. Global Studies I surveys history from the Neolithic Revolution through the AD 1400's.

Social Studies 10 - Global II
Class Code:
110
Department: History
Catalog Description: This course is a continuation of Global Studies I. It picks up its survey of world history in the 1400's and examines history through present times and current issues. The course is a mix of lecture, discussion and discovery using a variety of media. This course culminates in the NYS Regents Exam in "Global History and Geography."

Social Studies 11 - US History
Class Code:
111
Department: History
Catalog Description: U.S. History and Government Course taught chronologically and developed topically. In depth coverage of the U.S. Constitution and Amendments, along with concepts and terms associated with the political process. Approximate time period covered goes from the period of exploration to the present. Regents Exam required.

Social Studies - US History 101 Advanced Studies GCC
Class Code:
111A-GCC
Department: History
Catalog Description: Students examine various themes in American history from the Colonial Period to the end of the Reconstruction Era. Themes will include but not be limited to the development of democratic ideas, emergence of the American party system, social protest movements, American expansion, and others. Equivalent of at least three hours per week to equal 3 college credits from Genesee Community College.

Social Studies – US History 102 Advanced Studies GCC
Class Code:
111B-GCC
Department: History
Catalog Description: A critical survey of American politics, public policy, and society from the end of the Reconstruction Era to the present. An effort is made to interpret the major political, social, economic, and intellectual developments from that time to the end of the Cold War period until the present. It examines American foreign and domestic policies, elections, labor and America's impact upon the world. Equivalent of at least three hours per week to equal 3 college credits from Genesee Community College.

Social Studies 12 Government
Class Code:
112
Department: History
Catalog Description: Participation in Government will discuss individual involvement in politics, and the way government is structured to encourage citizen participation. Topics include the obligation to participate, America's political system, and public policy. A major portion of this class is dedicated to a public policy project involving a paper and a group presentation. Students will also be asked to participate in at least 36 hours of community service.

Social Studies 12 - Economics
Class Code:
113
Department: History
Catalog Description: This is a half-semester course focusing on Macroeconomics. Topics include a comparison of economic systems, defining free market economics, important institutions of the national economy and global economic issues.

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Psychology 101 - Advanced Studies GCC
Class Code:
114
Department: History
Catalog Description: Psychology 101. Topics include research methodology, neuroscience (brain biology), human memory and cognition, personality theory, and psychological disorders. (3 credits through Genesee Community College). Prerequisite: none

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Science 7 - Life
Class Code:
207
Department: Science
Catalog Description: Course includes cells and heredity, bacteria to plants, classification of animals, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, human biology, ecology, tree identification and field study, and theories of origins.

Science 8 - Physical
Class Code:
208
Department: Science
Catalog Description: This course is an introduction to chemistry and physics.. We learn how many things in this world work and how God had a hand in them all. Chemistry: Learn about the elements and the Periodic Table, classification of matter, how and why atoms combine and react. Physics: Explore motion and forces, energy, machines and how they work, waves and sound, light and color, electricity, and characteristics of magnets. All students will participate in a Science Fair and several projects throughout the year.

Science 9– Earth Science
Class Code:
209
Department: Science
Catalog Description: Course includes exploring the solar system, universe and properties of the earth and atmosphere. We learn about the world God created from the inside out. Students learn about rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers, geologic history, topographic maps, weather - the atmosphere and the forces that affect today's weather. Class includes a field trip to the Planetarium to review motion of stars and planets and also to Mendon Ponds Park to look at glacial features. Students work on a weather project and perform experiments to relate to what they have learned. Students also take a Lab class.

Science 10 – Living Environment Biology
Class Code:
210
Department: Science
Catalog Description: This course is designed to prepare students to take the Living Environment Regents exam in June. Topics covered include introduction to biology, animal maintenance, plant maintenance, reproduction, genetics, evolution and ecology. All topics are presented from the Biblical perspective. Students will have the opportunity for many hands-on experiences. Students also take a Lab class, to put into practice what is presented in lecture. It is a fun time to explore what God has created. There are state requirements which are fulfilled in order to be eligible to take the Regents exam.

Science 11 – Chemistry
Class Code:
211
Department: Science
Catalog Description: Topics include matter & change, scientific measurement, problem solving in chemistry, atomic structure and the Periodic Table, chemical names and formulas, chemical quantities, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, thermochemistry, gases, electrons, periodicity, ionic compounds, covalent bonding, solutions, reaction rates and equilibrium, acids and bases, neutralization, redox reactions, electrochemistry, metals and non-metals, hydrocarbons, organic chemistry, biochemistry and nuclear chemistry. Students also take a Lab class.

Science 12 - Physics
Class Code:
212
Department: Science
Catalog Description: Topics include: One-dimensional motion, two-dimensional motion, vectors, motion and force, gravitation, work and energy, linear momentum, rotational motion, vibrations and waves, sound, electric charge & electric field, electric potential, electric current, DC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, light and quantum physics. Students also take a Lab class.

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Math 7
Class Code:
307
Department: Math
Catalog Description: 7th Grade Math covers a wide range of topics that prepare students to move on to Pre-Algebra. These include decimals, integers, equations, fractions, ratios, percents, geometry and the basics of graphing.

Math 8 – Pre-Algebra
Class Code:
308
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Pre-Algebra: This course covers a wide range of topics that are necessary to go on to Math A. Topics include statistics, integers, equations, graphing, rational and irrational numbers, proportions, percents, geometry and probability.

Math 9 – Math A
Class Code:
309-A
Department: Math
Integrated Algebra: Students begin their high school study of mathematics with this introduction to the use
of algebra to solve real world problems. Topics explored include: the real number system, geometric figures, trigonometry, linear and quadratic functions, probability and statistics. In order to keep pace with ever changing technology, graphing calculators are introduced as a learning and computational aid.

Math 10 – Math AB
Class Code:
310-AB
Department: Math
Geometry: In the second year of high school mathematics, students will consider the three-dimensional world around them. They will study synthetic, coordinate and transformational geometry, with a heavy emphasis on proof using definitions, postulates and the laws of logic. Graphing calculators and dynamic geometry software are used as learning and computational aids.

Math 11 – Math B
Class Code:
311 B
Department: Math
Catalog Description: This is the last two-thirds of the New York State Math B program. We will study statistics, probability, circles, irrational and complex numbers, exponents, logs, basic trig, graphs, applications, identities, equations, quadratics, and algebraic fractions.

Math – Pre-Calculus
Class Code:
312
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Topics include linear equations, inequalities, functions and their graphs, polynomials and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, tryometry, conics and polar equations.

Math Pre-Calculus Advances Studies GCC
Class Code:
312AS
Department: Math
Catalog Description: The study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their inverses, along with polar coordinates and conic sections. (4 credits through Genesee Community College). Prerequisite: Math B.

Math - Statistics
Class Code:
313
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Topics include statistical graphs, linear regression, measures of central tendancy, probability, binomial distribution, normal distribution and inferential statistics (hypothesis testing, error analysis, chi-square).

Math Statistics - Advanced Studies GCC
Class Code:
313AS
Department: Math
Catalog Description: This course is a study of describing data, probability distributions including the binomial and normal, estimation and sampling, and hypothesis testing. It concludes with the chi-square and linear regression models. Emphasis is on practical applications, including computer experience using MINITAB.
(3 hours college credit through Genesee Community College).
Prerequisite: Math skills equivalent to Math B.

Math - Calculus I
Class Code:
314
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Topics include the first derivative limits and the first derivative, the definite integral, chain rule, product and quotient rules and applications of the first and second derivative.

Math – Calculus Advanced Studies
Class Code:
314AS
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Topics include limits, differentiation and its applications, integration and its applications.

Math - Calculus II
Class Code:
314B
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Topics include logarithmic, exponential and other transcendental functions, L’Mopital’s, rule and improper integrals and infinite series.

Math - Consumer Math
Class Code:
315
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Students will examine consumer mathmatics from a Christian perspective. They will gain a working knowledge of the vocabulary and math involved in: Buying a car, travel, income, budgeting, housing, food, clothing, leisure, federal taxes and records, banking investments and the small business.

Math – Business Mathematics
Class Code: 316
Department: Math
Catalog Description: Students will learn how a business operates from a Christian perspective. They will gain knowledge of stewardship, managing your business, investments, income and taxes, and banking. When finished with this class, some of the things the student will be able to do are: understand cash records, profit and loss, write a balance sheet and income statement, be able to determine if the business is profitable, learn all about investments, be able to figure taxes and deductions from a paycheck and how to bank, along with checks and balancing. This knowledge will also help them with their personal finances.

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LOTE Spanish 8 - Intro
Class Code:
508
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: Students will develop a working knowledge of the Spanish language so that he/she will be able to communicate and understand with confidence the language in our pluralistic society. The class will be a mixture of vocabulary words, grammar, and proper sentence structure. Basic conversation will be stressed so that the student will be able to communicate on an elementary level.

LOTE Spanish 9 – Spanish I
Class Code:
509
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: Academic year begins with units of review on pronunciation and miscellaneous categories of Spanish, progressing through the successive units of the Spanish I text and workbook, employing feature films in Spanish, songs in Spanish, Bible readings in Spanish, and a variety of recreational games in Spanish. Increasing emphasis is given to writing and speaking.

LOTE Spanish 10 –- Spanish II
Class Code:
510
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: Academic year begins with units of review on pronunciation and miscellaneous categories of Spanish, progressing through the successive units of the Spanish II textbook and workbook, employing feature films in Spanish, Spanish songs, Bible readings in Spanish, and a variety of Spanish recreational games. Increasing emphasis is given to writing and speaking.

LOTE Spanish 11 – Spanish III
Class Code:
511
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: Academic year begins with units of review on pronunciation and miscellaneous categories of Spanish, progressing through the successive units of the Spanish III textbook and workbook, employing feature films, songs, Bible readings and a variety of recreational games, all in Spanish. Increasing emphasis is given to writing and speaking. A final wrap-up unit is given to prepare for the NYS Regents Exam.

LOTE Spanish 12 – Spanish IV
Class Code:
512
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: Spanish IV consists of essentially two semesters: One with emphasis on Spanish literature, the second covering Spain's history in Spanish. Woven into these is a tapestry of conversation and composition.

LOTE American Sign Language
Class Code:
513
Department: L.O.T.E.
Catalog Description: This class is offered as an elective for grades 9 – 12. Signing Naturally Curriculum is used with the functional notational approach. Students will be fluent enough to communicate and understand sign language with a deaf person after one year.

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Music Chorus - Jr.High
Class Code:
601
Department: High School Music
Catalog Description: A fun class with a wide variety of musical and vocal styles. An educational class teaching the basics of music theory and vocal skills. There is a combined chorus, a smaller select chorus, as well as all-girl and all-boy selections, quartets, etc.

Music Chorus - Sr. High
Class Code:
602
Department: High School Music
Catalog Description: A fun class with a wide variety of musical and vocal styles. An educational class teaching the basics of music theory and vocal skills. There is a combined chorus, a smaller select chorus, as well as all-girl and all-boy selections, quartets, etc.

Music Concert Band
Class Code:
603HC
Department: Band / HS Choir
Catalog Description: Symphonic Concert Band for Grades 9–12. Concert Band meets from November 1st through Christmas and includes Jazz Band from January 1st through Homecoming (February). Participating students also receive one music lesson per week.

Music Marching Band
Class Code:
603HM
Department: Band / HS Choir
Catalog Description: Lima Christian School Marching Band for Grades 9–12. Marching Band starts at the beginning of school in September and runs through October 31st, and again from February 15th through June. Participating students also receive one music lesson per week.

Music JH Concert Band
Class Code:
603JC
Department: Band / HS Choir
Catalog Description: Symphonic Concert Band for Grades 7–8. Concert Band meets from November 1st through Christmas and includes Jazz Band from January 1st through Homecoming (February). Participating students also receive one music lesson per week

Music JH Marching Band
Class Code:
603JM
Department: Band / HS Choir
Catalog Description: Lima Christian School Marching Band for Grades 7-8. Marching Band starts at the beginning of school in September and runs through October 31st, and again from February 15th through June. Participating students also receive one music lesson per week.

Music Color Guard
Class Code:
604
Department: Band / HS Choir
Catalog Description: Flag work, choreography, dance and rifle twirling for students in Grades 7-12. Students receive Marching Band credit. Color Guard follows the same schedule as the Marching Band. Participating students also receive one lesson per week.

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Bible 7
Class Code:
707
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: An overview of the chronological Bible time period, starting at Creation and ending with the United Kingdom of Israel under King Solomon.

Bible 8
Class Code:
708
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: Bible 8 continues the Old Testament survey that was begun in Bible 7. Beginning with the reign of King Solomon, the course moves into the period of the Divided Kingdom, covering the history and fall of both Israel and Judah, the exile to Babylon, and the return of the exiles to Jerusalem. Major and minor prophets are presented as well as the historical books of the Old Testament. Skits, journals, poems, essays, and illustrations are designed to help the students apply Biblical truth to their personal lives. Object lessons and song presentations are public-speaking activities that help to prepare the students to become active in their local churches.

Bible 9
Class Code:
709
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: Bible 9 covers the life of Christ as presented in the gospel of Matthew. Excerpts from John and a study of the book of James complete the course. Activities such as bread-making, skits, illustrations, essays, journals, spiritual gift evaluations, and a Passover Seder are designed to help the students apply Biblical truth to their lives. Demonstration speeches highlight students' natural skills and help to prepare them to become active in their local churches.

Bible 10
Class Code:
710
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: In this course, students will be exposed to the two fields of apologetics and exegesis. In the apologetics unit (examining solid evidence for the faith they profess, equipping them to defend it intelligently, as in
I Peter 3:15), students will walk through the books More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell, and Beyond Reasonable Doubt by Robert Morgan. In the exegesis unit (systematically studying the Bible as in 2 Timothy 2:15), students will learn how to properly observe, interpret, and apply Scripture. They will learn to use their own eyes, and several essential study tools, like the concordance, commentary, etc. Through hands-on experience, students will confront the joys, risks and challenges inherent in studying the Word of God.

Bible 11
Class Code:
711
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: Bible 11 pursues "Understanding the Times", a study of America's competing worldviews of Biblical Christianity and Secular Humanism, Marxism, and the New Age Movement. Students will learn how these worldviews drive opinions in the moral, political, legal, and scientific arenas today. Students will form their own views more clearly, and learn to think critically about the issues that confront them daily.

Bible 12 - Personal Finance
Class Code:
712A
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: This one-semester of Bible 12 addresses the Biblical perspective of personal finance. Students will study the principles of giving, saving, restraint and living debt free, and preparation and planning, making application to real-life situations. Students will be taught a number of methods and how to use resources available to assist them in making sound financial decisions from a Biblical perspective. A number of other financially-related topics including investing, bankruptcy, identity theft, wills, and credit rating will also be studied. A layered-curriculum approach is used for each unit, allowing the student to choose from a number of assignments and activities based on their own areas of interest. Students effectively determine their grade on each unit by completing a required number of points. Each assignment or activity supports the overall objectives of the unit. The grade for this one-semester course of Bible 12 is independent from Semester Two - Marriage and Family. Students must pass both semesters of Bible 12 to receive credit for this required year of Bible.

Bible 12 Marriage and Family Living
Class Code:
712B
Department: Bible
Catalog Description: Designed for students to acquire practical, biblical “tools” for developing loving, positive, healthy relationships with God, family and others. Course content will include: accepting personal responsibility for our own attitudes, choices & behaviors, biblical roles & responsibilities in marriage & family, communication models, conflict resolution & the biblical confrontation model, peer pressure (the fear of man vs. the fear of God), identifying manipulators & manipulation techniques, learning to set healthy boundaries, biblical models for personal change, true vs. false guilt, learning to discern God’s leading, the grief cycle, etc. Classroom approach will include: topical & expositional Bible study, group discussion, topical videos & movies, etc. A term paper is required. One semester.

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Art 7 & 8 – Studio Art
Class Code:
807
Department: Art
Catalog Description: Introduction to studio art where a wide variety of materials and techniques are introduced. Course work includes art history and homework.

Art 9 – 12 – Studio Art
Class Code:
809
Department: Art
Catalog Description: This course builds on the techniques learned 7 & 8 Studio Art. Project work includes the use of clay, printmaking, various drawing techniques, sculpture, painting, textiles, jewelry making and photography. Course work includes art history and homework

Art 9-12 – Advanced Art
Class Code: 809M
Department:
Art
Catalog Description: Advanced Art includes challenging projects where all types of media are explored and the student picks the media to work in. Projects have a more creative outcome. Course work includes art history and homework.

Advanced Art – Independent Study
Class Code:
809S
Department: Art
Catalog Description: This course is for more the more advanced, serious student. Each student works on the media of their choice. Course work includes art history and homework.

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Computer 7 (Boys)
Class Code:
820 B (10 Weeks)
Department: Computer
Catalog Description: Type-to-Learn on CD-ROM; Mavis Beacon. All course work is tutorial-based using computer applications. The students work at their own pace with teacher accessibility for individual questions and encouragement. Students learn: Keyboarding.

Computer 7 (Girls)
Class Code:
820-G (10 Weeks)
Department: Computer
Catalog Description: Type-to-Learn on CD-ROM; Mavis Beacon. All course work is tutorial-based using computer applications. The students work at their own pace with teacher accessibility for individual questions and encouragement. Students learn: Keyboarding.

Computer 8 (Boys)
Class Code:
820 B (10 Weeks)
Department: Computer
Catalog Description: Microsoft Office:  Word, Excel and PowerPoint are explored. Students learn: the basics of the MS Office products.

Computer 8 (Girls)
Class Code:
820-G (10 Weeks)
Department: Computer
Catalog Description: Microsoft Office:  Word, Excel and PowerPoint are explored. Students learn: the basics of the MS Office products.

Computer Technology
- 11th Grade
Class Code: 902
Department: Computer
Catalog Description: Students learn HTML and Web design using a web editor called Dreamweaver and hardware basics.  Students learn the basics of Microsoft Office Suite consisting of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Print Shop, SwishMax (Flash), Internet Safety and Ethics.

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Health 7 (Boys)
Class Code:
830 B
Department: Health/School Nurse
Catalog Description: Jr. High Health is .5 credit course, required by NYS and designed to introduce and reinforce knowledge about basic health. Included are physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual components of health, making up the Total Health Concept. The teaching/learning methods are lecture with discussion, collaborative activities, videos and guest speakers. Students will learn that spiritual health (their relationship with God) is the foundational component of health, with other health areas interrelated.

Health 7 (Girls)
Class Code:
830 G
Department: Health/School Nurse
Catalog Description: Jr. High Health is .5 credit course, required by NYS and designed to introduce and reinforce knowledge about basic health. Included are physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual components of health, making up the Total Health Concept. The teaching/learning methods are lecture with discussion, collaborative activities, videos and guest speakers. Students will learn that spiritual health (their relationship with God) is the foundational component of health, with other health areas interrelated.

Health High School (Boys)
Class Code:
831
Department: Health/School Nurse
Catalog Description: Senior High Health is a .5 credit course required by New York State for completion of High School graduation requirements. The course is studied from "The Total Health Concept". It reinforces and expands upon prior Health Education as well as introduces new and age-appropriate health information at the Senior High level. Education is emphasized as primary prevention. Health Education provides the student with tools to assist them in making healthy, responsible and Godly choices in the areas of physical, mental, emotional and social health.

Health High School (Girls)
Class Code:
831G
Department: Health/School Nurse
Catalog Description: Senior High Health is a .5 credit course required by New York State for completion of High School graduation requirements. The course is studied from "The Total Health Concept". It reinforces and expands upon prior Health Education as well as introduces new and age-appropriate health information at the Senior High level. Education is emphasized as primary prevention. Health Education provides the student with tools to assist them in making healthy, responsible and Godly choices in the areas of physical, mental, emotional and social health.

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PE 7-8 (Boys)
Class Code:
850B
Department: Physical Education
Catalog Description: Students will engage in a variety of activities to promote social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth. Students will learn basic rules and skills for: Soccer, football, lacrosse, softball, basketball, badminton, speedball and volleyball. Emphasis is placed on each student demonstrating and developing Christian character. Cooperative activities will be used to enhance interpersonal skills, group dynamics and problem-solving skills.

PE 7-8 (Girls)
Class Code:
850G
Department: Physical Education
Catalog Description: Students will engage in a variety of activities to promote social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth. Students will learn basic rules and skills for: Soccer, football, lacrosse, softball, basketball, badminton, speedball and volleyball. Emphasis is placed on each student demonstrating and developing Christian character. Cooperative activities will be used to enhance interpersonal skills, group dynamics and problem-solving skills.

PE 9-12 (Boys)
Class Code:
960B
Department: Physical Education
Catalog Description: Students will engage in a variety of activities to promote social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth. Through these activities, students will have the opportunity to take on new roles and responsibilities of leadership. Strategies, rules and skills for: Football, softball, basketball, lacrosse, badminton, speedball, volleyball and soccer will be covered. Lifetime fitness and leisure activities such as orienteering and tennis will be included. The awareness of one's personal fitness will be developed through jogging, weight training and tae-bo units. The development and demonstration of Christian character will transcend through each unit.

PE 9-12 (Girls)
Class Code:
960G
Department:
Physical Education
Catalog Description: Students will engage in a variety of activities to promote social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth. Through these activities, students will have the opportunity to take on new roles and responsibilities of leadership. Strategies, rules and skills for: Football, softball, basketball, lacrosse, badminton, speedball, volleyball and soccer will be covered. Lifetime fitness and leisure activities such as orienteering and tennis will be included. The awareness of one's personal fitness will be developed through jogging, weight training and tae-bo units. The development and demonstration of Christian character will transcend through each unit.

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Vocational Education
Available through Eastern Monroe Career Center (EMCC)
Two-year programs available for Jr. and Sr. year
Needs prior arrangement in Sophmore year
Requires full-time student status
Talk to the Guidance Dept. for more information

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