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~Wendy Powell, CDA English Chair

Table of Contents click any item to go directly to the page:

4 Grammar School (Pre-K-4)

Schedule of Classes and Class Descriptions

14 Logic School (5-8)

Schedule of Classes and Class Descriptions

28 Rhetoric School (9-12) 28 Graduation Requirements 29 Required Logic and Latin 1 Classes for New RS Students 30 Schedule of Elective Classes and Class Descriptions 46 Physical Education 50 RS Language Choices 54 Dual Credit and Advanced Placement Information 56 Core Class Descriptions by Grade-level (9th-12th) 73-75 How to Register and List of Classes 76 Friday Planning Worksheets

Please note: Some photos in this publication were taken prior to the 2020-21 school year. Photo of Mrs. Powell by Nick Glover (CDA alum â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;16)

Grammar School Schedule FRIDAY ELECTIVES

Period

Art

Hands on Science

Music

Beginning Spanish

Theater

2-4

K-1

2-4

3-4

Period

Art

Hands on Science

Music

Beginning Spanish

Great Books

Geography

2-4

K-1

2-4

K-1

2- 4

Play Acting

Fine Motor Skills Dev.

8:00 - 9:30

9:35 - 11:05

3A Lunch (K-1) 11:10 - 11:35 Beginning Gross Motor Spanish Skills Dev.

K-1

11:35-12:20

K-1

Acting Through Bible Stories

11:10- 11:55

Story Writing

2-4

K-1

Critical Thinking

2-4

3B Lunch (2-4) 11:55 — 12:20

Period

Art

Hands on Science

Music

Advanced Spanish

Great Books

K-1

2- 4

K-1

2-4

K-1

K-1 2-4

Period

Art

Hands on Science

Music

Great Books Extension

2-4

12:25 - 1:55

2:00 - 3:30

K-1

Geography

2:00 - 2:45

K-1

AFTER SCHOOL ELECTIVES Period

Reading Lab

Bible and History Through Song & Rhyme

History Comes Alive!

Reading Lab

Bible and History Through Song & Rhyme

History Comes Alive!

M/W K-4

M/W K-1

M/W 2- 4

T/TH K-4

T/TH K-1

T/TH 2- 4

2:45 - 3:30

Friday classes for the Grammar School start at 8:00 and end at 2:45 or 3:30. • Students need to be scheduled in a class to remain on campus between two classes. • Lunch is combined with the 45-minute 3rd period offerings. To eat lunch with us, students must be enrolled in a 3rd period class. Kinder and first grades eat lunch from 11:10-11:35, and second through fourth grades eat lunch from 11:55-12:20.

• Grammar School electives fill up quickly. Please enroll early if a specific schedule or class is important. • Grammar School electives have E, S, or N grades and do not affect GPA. • There is no homework for GS Electives.

Why take Friday classes?

Friday classes help foster your child’s creativity. There is no doubt that creativity is as natural and necessary for children as fresh air and sunshine! By exposing children to creative experiences, we give them the gift of a rich and memorable childhood while laying the foundation for a lifetime of creative expression. Explore the CDA Electives offerings and choose the classes right for your family. We look forward to seeing you on Fridays.

Art Through Winning Illustrations

Grades: K-1 Students explore the elements of art (line, shape, color, form, space, value, and texture) by examining award-winning illustrated children’s books. We observe how skilled artists tell stories with pictures while using different and unique styles. Projects are developed around the theme of the book using a variety of media. Students will experiment with various types of paint and drawing materials, as well as explore printmaking, ceramics, and collages. We reinforce the understanding of the elements of art and how they come together. The curriculum rotates through a two-year cycle, so our young artist will not repeat an exact assignment in kindergarten or first grade. Gospel truths are woven into each lesson as we marvel at the awesome creations of God, the Master Creator/Artist. Requirements: Please provide a 9”X12” wirebound sketch book that contains 70-100 pages, 1 glue stick, and an (old) large adult t-shirt to protect the uniform.

Art Through the Ages

Grades: 2-4 We are made in the image of a creative God. Therefore, we are made to be creative! Art students in 2nd-4th grades use the elements and principles of art to observe and perceive the world around them and create artworks with various media. Students discuss a variety of periods and styles of art and artists as we travel chronologically through the art history timeline. Gospel Truth messages are woven into each lesson as we marvel at the beauty of God’s creation and imitate his work. Class culminates with a Festival of the Arts at the end of the year where each student chooses his or her best work to

display. Curriculum rotates through a threeyear cycle allowing students in 2nd-4th grades to take Art each year without repeating a specific project. We know that ALL things come together for God’s glory, so we use our lessons to give Him that glory that He is due while sharing the love of Jesus Christ with our students. Requirements: Please provide a 9”X12” wirebound sketch book that contains 70-100 pages, 1 glue stick, and an (old) large adult t-shirt to protect the uniform.

Bienvenidos: Welcome to

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Beginning Spanish

Grades: K-1 and 2-4 ¡Hola! ¡Bienvenidos a Español! The goal of CDA Spanish is to introduce students to the Spanish language and to the exciting aspects of the rich culture. Your child will learn Spanish by singing songs and playing games. Skills build week after week in a way that encourages retention of concepts and vocabulary development. Students enjoy instruction which combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities. The instructor’s extensive travels throughout Latin America and Spain allow the students a unique opportunity to draw upon her experiences, enhancing their own interest for the Spanish language and culture. Young learners will increase their understanding of the mighty power and glory of God as they are introduced to the basics of Spanish and different nations of the world. Special Note: Depending on the period chosen for K-1, this class can be 90 minutes or 45 minutes.

Bienvenidos: Welcome to

Advanced Spanish

Grades: 2-4 Quiere hablar español? This class is designed for those students with previous exposure to Spanish who are looking to further their Spanish language skills. This class will build on the basics learned in previous years. Students will read fables and short stories and view documentaries with the teacher. We will discuss

the things we learned and write 1-2 sentence summaries in Spanish to ensure understanding by the students. Requirements: Students must be able to write 1-2 sentences independently.

Music

Grades: K-1 Our approach to music education is to make music both educational and fun and to help your child build a solid foundation in Christ through music. This action-packed class is filled with singing, music note-reading, games and classroom instrument-playing. We will study composers, music notes, music symbols and instruments of the orchestra. Creative movement will be used to help study compositions of famous composers. Vocal technique and expression will be emphasized as we prepare for our Festival

of the Arts which is held at the end of the school year. This is a wonderful age for music study that is full of exuberant singing and discovery of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift of music. Our curriculum is entitled, God Made Music, and we use a different grade-level book each year, so the students learn new songs and concepts on a rotating basis. Requirements: Students bring their music books, pencils, and crayons to class each week.

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Grades: 2-4 Plato said that â&#x20AC;&#x153;music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.â&#x20AC;? Our approach to music education is to make music both educational and fun and to help build a solid foundation in Christ through music. What fun this class will have as we apply our knowledge of note study to the recorder! At this age, the recorder is one of the best ways to make note-reading applicable. The study of the recorder will give students a head-start in playing any other instrument, and it is so much fun! In addition to music theory and recorder study, we will study vocal technique, composers, classroom and orchestral instruments, performance skills, and play lots of music games. We will also have weekly lessons in beginning ukulele, and students can later apply this knowledge to playing guitar as they progress to the Logic School.

Worship music and Bible study will be part of our weekly time together as students sing and act out our songs and stories. As students move from the second through fourth grades, they will have the opportunity to progress to more challenging music. Requirements: Recorder practice at home is voluntary. Students bring their recorder, music book, pencils, and crayons to class each week.

represent the history of God’s people. Since the Bible is God’s Word, it is also the most important book in History. Learning and remembering the stories of the Bible are paramount to our children’s education. In this class students will study exciting stories from the Bible and apply the lessons learned by acting as the characters from the stories. Bible stories will become real to the students as they have the opportunity to use their creativity to express the magnificent power of God through the people of the Bible. In a 2018 study, psychologists found that the key to remembering tasks was to act them out. We will apply that principle to Bible stories so that students will remember forever the mighty deeds of our great God!

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Play Acting

Grades: K-1 (45 minutes) Let’s use our imagination and creativity to bring some of our favorite stories to life! Play acting will lay a foundation for performing as we explore our God-given abilities and build confidence by acting out various characters and roles in some of our favorite fairy tales and nursery rhymes.

Acting Through Bible Stories

Grades: 3-4 Our Grammar School Theater is an adventure in creativity where students develop their God-given talents and abilities through instruction and performance. They practice communicating feelings and the telling of a story through dramatic expressions. The students learn basic theater skills that help prepare them for Logic School Theater Arts as well as public speaking and performance throughout their lives. Requirements: Memorization of lines. Special Note: Parts assigned by audition. Fall production for family and friends. The Spring production will be performed at Festival of the Arts.

Critical Thinking

Grades: 2-4 (45 minutes) Games are a great way to get students engaged and to develop their critical thinking Grades: 2-4 (45 minutes) The Bible is full of wonderful stories which skills in a fun environment. Critical thinking

and problem-solving skills are necessary for every individual and group who seeks to make sensible decisions based on effective analysis and evaluation of evidence and sound arguments, claims and beliefs. The ability to solve interesting and unfamiliar problems often leads to the development of other skills such as higher concentration levels and improved thought processing. Come play with us on Friday!

Story Writing

Grades: 2-4 (45 minutes) This elective will include a mini-lesson to focus on writing skills specifically tailored to the needs of the up and coming authors, a writersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; workshop where the teacher will come alongside the young writers on a oneclass. We will examine award-winning auon-one basis to help them craft their stories, thors and the techniques they use to craft a and a share time where the students can resuccessful story that is appealing to a wide flect and read portions of their story to the audience. Editing and revision techniques

will be implemented throughout. Requirements: Supplies needed include a 1-inch binder with pockets inside, 5 pocket dividers, 1 eraser, and at least 2 pencils.

Fine Motor Skills Development

Grades: K-1 (45 minutes) Fine motor skills refer to the coordination between small muscles, like those of the hands and fingers, with the eyes. Little hands need to develop dexterity, control, and strength to perform everyday academic and life skills. Without the ability to complete these tasks efficiently, a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self-esteem can suffer, and their academic performance is compromised. This elective is designed to improve and strengthen fine motor skills development through play and exploration.

Gross Motor Skills Development

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Grades: K-1 (45 minutes) Gross motor skills are the abilities required to control the large muscles of the body. Working on gross motor skills helps a child

gain strength and confidence in his/her body. Developing these skills helps a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to do more complex skills in future activities as well. Through quarterly rotations, this class will focus on locomotor and nonlocomotor activities as well as manipulative skills using a variety of equipment, games, and movement exercises.

Hands on Science: Astronomy

Grades: K-1 and 2-4 This elementary-level Astronomy curriculum uses the Charlotte Mason methodology to give grammar students an introduction to our solar system and the universe that contains it. Each lesson has elements of a narrative, notebook work, activities, and projects. From the living book approach to the exciting and interesting experiments, students will enjoy every moment of class learning about how our Creator made the heavens.

Physical Education

Grades: K-1 Make great memories through sports play! This class is designed to introduce each student to the foundational techniques for neuromuscular sequencing for body control (coordination) such as running form, sports movements, stopping, landing and eye/hand

coordination. This will be accomplished through a series of drills teaching various techniques without mastering the entire activity. Foundational learning for activity is best deployed under the part-part-whole method. We will introduce techniques (parts) of an activity before we expect the whole to be accomplished. An example – in order to play soccer, we must learn and develop all of the parts: kicking, stopping the ball, running, cutting and dribbling. Special Note: Students will spend a large amount of time out-of-doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is a requirement. A sport or activity should be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

tionally, a developmental base for “training” to improve one’s physical abilities will be slowly introduced. Sports that students can expect to experience are soccer, basketball, kickball, flag football, sprinting, jogging and volleyball. Special Note: Students will spend a large amount of time out-of-doors for this class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is a requirement. A sport or activity should be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

Great Books for Grammar School

Grades: K-1 and 2-4 Grammar School Great Books will expose young learners to wonderful, classic children’s books of the twentieth century. Through reading aloud, student narration, discussion, picture study and other activities, students will encounter virtuous characters and noble ideas through a variety of compelling stories. Students will gain practice reading aloud, as well as develop a solid understanding of story structure. The overarching goal of this class is to enjoy beautiful books as a community. Books will be selected from The Read-Aloud Family, Books Children Love, and Honey for a Child’s Heart.

Geography

Grades: K-1 (45 minutes) and 2-4 (90 minutes) Have you ever wanted to travel across this great world of ours? Let’s go! In Grammar School Geography, we will travel the world Physical Education together exploring continents, countries, Grades: 2-4 and landscapes. We’ll develop our mapThis class is designed to further develop run- ping and atlas skills as we discover each ning form, sports movements, stopping, land- place’s geographical location. Our class will ing and eye/hand coordination through the also incorporate music, history, and games introduction of various team sports. Addi- as we uncover the uniqueness of each

location including historical figures, flags, and famous landmarks. Grab your travel log and pack your bags! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a trip around the world!

AFTER-SCHOOL ELECTIVES M/W and T/TH OFFERINGS Bible and History Through Song & Rhyme

Grades: K-1 Rhythm and rhyme are key to helping young learners retain information. Explore Bible and history through song and rhyme in this fun-filled elective.

History Comes Alive!

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Grades: 2-4 Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in another era? Come and experience the excitement and reality of times gone by. What would it have been like to live through the Depression and survive on rations? Can you imagine being shipped or mailed across the country? It really happened, and we will

talk about it! Learn to dance the Virginia Reel! Make history come alive with us after school.

Reading Lab

Grades: K-4 This elective offering focuses attention on reading fluency and comprehension, the two most important elements toward helping children become fluent, independent readers that comprehend (at a deep level) any text that is read. Focused attention on reading is vitally important to struggling readers, those with low standardized test scores in reading and language arts, and those who are not grade-level readers. However, teachers will work with all registered students at each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructional reading level.

At right: Book Fair Week with book deliveries by CDA lion

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FRIDAY ELECTIVES

Advanced Computer Programming 7 - 12

7:00- 7:55

Period

Advanced LS Art

Intro Computer Programming

Scientific Explorations

STEAM

Advanced Spanish

Beginning Band

Latin I (New Students)

8:00 - 9:30

7-8

7 - 12

5-6

5-7

6-8

5-8

8 - 12

Period

Art

Guitar Ensemble

Scientific Explorations

STEAM

Spanish

Bellus Vox (Choir II)

Intermediate Band

9:35 - 11:05

7-8

8 - 12

5-6

5-7

5-8

7 - 12

6 - 10

Great Books

Guitar

Canticum Novum

5-8

6-8

Girls’ Bible Study

Boys’ Bible Study

11:10 - 11:55

7-8

Health & Fitness LS Astronomy 5-8

5-8

(Choir I) 5-8

7-8

Lunch 11:55 - 12:25 Period

Art

Writer’s Workshop

Strategia

Theater Arts I

Family & Consumer Science

Philosophy

Latin I (New Students)

12:25 - 1:55

5-6

6-8

5-8

5-7

5-8

8 - 12

Period

Art

Countries, Cultures, and Cuisine

Scientific Explorations

Theater Arts II

Family & Consumer Science

2:00 - 3:30

5-6

6-7

6-8

7 - 10

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• Students need to be scheduled in a class to remain on campus between classes. • All classes are 90 minutes in length except third period on Friday which is 45 minutes. • Students that have a class before or after lunch may stay on campus to have lunch. • Logic School Elective grades do not affect GPA. There is no Rhetoric School credit given.

Latin Lab 7-8

LOGIC SCHOOL ART, MUSIC, & THEATER ELECTIVES form a strong foundation year-to-year with different assignments. Likewise, a new art student may begin at any grade level without having prior experience. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: A small fee will be collected from students at the beginning of the year to help purchase individual portfolios. All other supplies will be provided. Students are expected to attend the Night of Art and Jazz in May and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a part of their grade. Students can retake this class each year.

Art

Grades: 7-8 The goal of Logic School Art is to help young artists grow more confident in their artistic abilities. They will learn to appreciate the process of making art as much as the final product and will develop a stronger foundation in drawing. Students will have an opArt portunity to explore the Elements of Art and Grades: 5-6 Art is a great class for students to exercise Principles of Design using a variety of media another part of their brain after a busy week including charcoal, watercolor and acrylic of academic studies. It is also a wonderful paint, chalk and oil pastel, mixed media, way to discover the creative potential that print making and clay. By the end of the year, God has placed in each of us! The goal in Logic School Art is to help young artists see the how and why behind art and to give them tools/techniques to take their work to a new level. Students at this age are asking questions like, â&#x20AC;&#x153;How do I make my drawings look more realistic?â&#x20AC;? Students will draw and explore the Elements of Art using a variety of media and techniques including pastel, paint, and clay. Homework: Outside sketchbook work. Homework is 15-20 minutes/week. Requirements: Logic Art classes are designed to build on one another so that students can

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they will be comfortable with the practice of critiquing their own work as well as the work of their peers. Homework: Outside sketchbook work. Homework is 30-45 minutes/week. . Requirements: Logic Art classes are designed to build on one another but new art students may begin at any grade level without having prior experience. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: A small fee will be collected from students at the beginning of the year to help purchase individual portfolios. All other supplies will be provided. Students are expected to attend the Night of Art and Jazz in the spring and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a part of their grade. Students can retake this class each year.

Advanced Logic Art

Grades: 7-8 (or by teacher approval) This class is for students that have mastered the beginning Logic Art requirements and are ready for a more advanced curriculum. We will cover everything that is in the 7th and 8th grade Logic Art Class but with more advanced methods of creating works of art and in-depth knowledge of materials and methods. Students will have an opportunity to explore the Elements of Art and Principles of Design using a variety of media including: Charcoal, watercolor and acrylic paint, chalk and oil pastel, mixed media, print making, and clay. Prerequisite: Completion of two CDA Logic level art classes. If the student is new to CDA or has not completed 2 Logic level art classes but desires a more advanced accelerated art class, teacher approval is required. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: A small fee will be collected from students at the beginning of the year to help purchase individual portfolios. All other supplies will be provided. Students are expected to attend the Night of Art and Jazz in the spring and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a part of their grade. Students can retake this class each year.

Canticum Novum

Grades: 5-6 Canticum Novum (Choir I) is a fun group of logic school students who love to sing and want to learn more! This class will perform in our Christmas and spring concerts. They will learn how to read music and sing with good vocal technique. There is no audition required for this group!

Grading scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: Students should bring to class a 1” three ring binder, pencil, and water bottle. Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band and Electus Vox).

Beginning Band

Grades: 5-8 Beginning Band introduces the students to Homework: Weekly practice to learn the instrumental music in an ensemble, while teaching music reading, history, theory and repertoire. Performance Expectations: Christmas Concert the joy of working together as a musical team to make music for God’s glory. It is the and Spring Concert required. perfect place to foster discipline and time Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: Black concert attire is required. management while having fun doing it with Supplies needed are a 1” three-ring binder, a school organization. Students and parents pencil, and water bottle. This is a 45-minute should schedule an instrument evaluation with the band director to determine the best class. instrument choice. The “band family” is ready to welcome your student! Bellus Vox Grades: 7-12 Bellus Vox (Choir II) is open to 7th12th graders. This group will perform in our Christmas and spring concerts as well as solo and ensemble competitions. They will learn how to read music and sing with good vocal technique. They will learn various types of repertoire from classical to pop and gain an understanding of music theory. This class is the perfect preparation for Electus Vox! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire. Limited extra rehearsals to prepare for concerts. Performance Expectations: Christmas Concert, Spring Concert, and Solo and Ensemble competition.

Homework: 100 minutes of documented practice time each week. Weekly playing assignments are submitted and reviewed online. Requirements: Parents are responsible for instrument rental or purchase. Students are required to take one private lesson per week throughout the school year. The band director will give families a list of qualified private instructors. Look for information about instrument evaluations during this spring semester. Prerequisites: No experience required Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: Private lessons are required for all band classes. There is one performance required in the spring. Concert attire is nice dress, dress pants and nice shirts. Students can retake this class each year.

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to learn time management while having fun. The band family is ready to welcome your student! Homework: 150 minutes of documented practice time each week. Weekly playing assignments are submitted and reviewed online. Requirements: Parents are responsible for the purchase or rental of instrument. Students are required to take one private lesson per week throughout the school year. Prerequisites: At least one year of beginning band or audition. Optional competition or performance: Auditions for Honor Band â&#x20AC;&#x201D; includes a two-day workshop and concert. Grading scale and Credit: ESN for students in 6th-8th grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: This is a performance elective. Required performances: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Retirement Home performance, Pride of Texas competition. Concert attire required. Girls: CDA Band T-shirt for competition. Nice dresses or slacks with dress shirt for concert and honor band performances. Boys: CDA Band T-shirt for competition. Nice dress pants and nice shirt for concert and honor band performances.

Guitar Class

Grades: 6-8 This 45 minute class is for students of all playing levels (beginners welcome!) interested in learning how to play the guitar. Basic chord, note reading, and fingerstyle playing will be covered in the course. Music that will be learned in the course will focus on local church and devotional music. Homework: 25 minutes of practice, three days a week. Requirements: Curiosity and good participation skills are required for success in this class. Grading scale: ESN

Requirements: Strong work ethic, desire to play and discipline are necessary for participation in this class. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades.

LS Theater Arts I

Grades: 5-7 Students experience warm-up techniques, improvisation, and pantomime. Students learn the importance of voice and body control as well as the importance of technical aspects of theater such as lighting, sound, and costumes. Public speaking skills are emphasized, and students use these skills as they make presentations in other classes.

Guitar Ensemble

Theater I class encourages interaction and cooperation among students. Homework: Work not completed in class will be done at home. Students will be required to memorize lines at home and be prepared for class and rehearsals. Dependent upon student time management, most work is approximately 10 minutes outside of class. This is a performance elective. Grade is based upon participation in the performance as well as the weekly class. Requirements: No experience necessary. Supplies needed: script, pencils, and highlighter Grading scale: ESN Special Note: Fall and Spring productions required. Students can retake this class each year.

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LS Theater Arts II

Grades: 6-8 Theater II builds upon previously learned skills enabling students to perform increasingly more difficult and sophisticated work. Students demonstrate increased poise and confidence when speaking publicly. In addition, students not only learn to apply

acting techniques they have acquired from previous instruction, but also to command audience attention by developing a stage presence. Students memorize lines, understand and follow stage directions, and use proper techniques for voice and body control. Students prepare scripted works throughout the year which they perform for friends and family. Scripts are selected from a variety of catalogs. Homework: Work not completed in class will be done at home. Students will be required to memorize lines at home and be prepared for class and rehearsals. Dependent upon student time management, most homework is approximately 10 minutes outside of class. Grade is based upon participation in the performance as well as the weekly class. Fall and Spring productions required. Requirements: Supplies needed: script, pencils, and highlighter Prerequisites: Theater I or by invitation Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: This is a performance elective. Students can retake this class each year.

Writer’s Workshop

Grades: 6-8 Writer’s Workshop is a process-oriented class in which students draft, edit, give and receive response, revise, and refine their writing. The chief goal of the class is to assist students with their writing assigned in their Monday-Thursday courses. In addition, students have opportunities for creative writing and oral presentations. Students learn to apply grammar fundamentals from Shurley English to writing projects. They also practice implementing the MLA format and keyboarding skills to assigned writing. The class provides a forum for both student creativity and scholarly pursuits. Requirements: Notebook, Pencils and work assigned in core classes. Grading scale: ESN

Intro to Computer Programming

Grades: 7-12 Minecraft, Angry Birds, Pinterest, Instagram, many students interact with these and other apps on a constant basis. A combination of creativity and logic combine to make the most popular computer programs. Do your students want to learn to write their own programs? God is a God both of order and creativity. Computer programming reflects the orderliness God has put into the world and allows programmers to express their creative gifts. This class will introduce the students to computer programming and teach them how to write their own applications.This course will cover basic programming principles, teaching the students how to write programs using the computer language Java. Each class will introduce key programming concepts to the students and allow them to write computer programs using what they

have learned. In addition, various topics in technology will be discussed such as privacy and safety on the internet. No homework is required. Requirements: A laptop will be required for in class use, 4Gb Memory recommended, Windows recommended. Java and Eclipse will be provided for the students to be installed on the laptops. Prerequisites: A desire to learn about computers. No previous programming experience is required. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN Grades. No RS credit. Special Note: This class is limited to 12 students. This course does not deal with PowerPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software.

Advanced Computer Programming

Grades: 7-12. Interview required. This course will build on the basics learned in the beginner programming class. This class will cover a review of basic programming principles using the computer language Java. Then the class will work on learning more advanced projects that will require working together over several classes. Good group coding practices and development processes will be taught using these group projects. Each year a different aspect of programming will be focused on, such as, graphics or the internet so that students can learn various aspects of software development. Requirements: Students need to have completed the Introduction to Computer Programming class or be approved prior to selecting the course. A laptop will be required for inclass use (4Gb Memory and Windows recommended.) Java and Eclipse will be provided for the students to be installed on the laptops. Internet access will be required to access shared coding resources.

Prerequisites: Beginning Computer Programming or approval from the instructor required. Email flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org to request more information. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No RS credit. Special Note: This course does not deal with PowerPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software.

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a hands-on, get messy, and get real with science approach. Homework: Completion of lab study outside of class (15-20 minutes each week). Some Scientific Explorations labs may require a few disposable household Grades: 5-6 and 6-8 items rescued from the trash bin. Prepare your logic school students through Grading Scale: ESN this “summary of science.” Students will have Special Note: Students can retake this class the opportunity to strengthen their scientif- each year. ic thinking and academic vocabulary as we explore introductory concepts presented in STEAM Challenges Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences with Chem- Grades: 5-7 istry included for fun. Students will develop Science + Technology + Engineering + Arts + a foundation for the material and terminol- Mathematics = STEAM ogy they will encounter in grades six through Students will work in collaborative groups to eight while exploring the concepts in solve complex STEAM challenges competing

with teams of other students. The emphasis will be on creative problem solving, persistence despite setbacks, critical thinking, and collaboration. This class will provide handson and minds-on learning to improve students’ creative problem-solving abilities and encourage a growth mindset while exposing students to concepts in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Homework: No homework is required Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: No previous knowledge of science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics is necessary for success in this class. Students may retake the class. The curriculum is new for the coming year!

galaxies? What is the nature of a black hole? How do we know what we know about the Grades: 5-8 universe? Who were the great astronomers Our God uses stories masterfully to tell us of that discovered its structure? These are just His love and goodness. He has created us to a few of the questions answered in this love and respond to stories. We read and course. Come join us on this journey through discuss works of fiction because, in the prothe universe! cess of understanding and assimilating wellHomework: Minimal crafted stories, our souls are shaped and the Grading Scale: ESN course of our lives are put into focus. Logiclevel students love to talk about what they Family and Consumer read as it relates to their own lives. Discussion with others gives a sense of community Science and helps broaden and deepen the explora- Grades: 5-8, 7-10 Family and Consumer Science is the new tion process. name for the traditional Home Economics Homework: 30-60 min. of reading per week class. Students in this class will learn the Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: This class reads and discusses basic skills of running and maintaining a short stories and longer works of fiction. Students can retake this class each year.

Great Books Discussion

Philosophy for Logic Students

Grades: 5-8 A fun way to learn logic and thinking skills painlessly through discussion and philosophical inquiry. Students read an age-appropriate philosophical novel and engage with one another through critical and imaginative discussions. We’ll also learn interpersonal and communication skills like listening, making an argument, disagreeing, and enjoying a philosophical discussion. A great way to prepare for rhetoric school and beyond. Homework: No outside classwork other than discussions that might continue at home Grading Scale: ESN

Astronomy

Grades: 5-8 What are the objects that we see in the celestial sky? Why were the planets referred to as wanderers? How far away are the nearest

Christian household in our modern time. Topics covered will include home and family living, nutrition, food service, cooking concepts, basic sewing skills, household budgeting, and wise stewardship. Homework: Minimal, completion of class assignments at home. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: Students may retake this class as curriculum is on a two year rotation. Some items may need to be brought from home.

Strategia

Grades: 5-8 This fun class helps develop problem-solving skills through the use of strategy and cooperative play. Students will participate in board games that present them with the opportunity to win either individually or as a team through the use of logic and strategies. Homework: This class does not add to the homework load. Requirements: Students must help with setup, clean-up and play games within the allotGirl’s Bible Study ted time period. Grades: 7-8 Grading Scale: ESN Let’s have some girl time! Join in on an enSpecial Note: Students can retake this course couraging Bible study that will motivate you every year. to walk closely with the Lord while exhibiting His character. This will be a small group atmosphere where we will talk through Biblical tenets of being a girl after God’s own heart. The format of the study will be group discussion, question and answer as well as special guest speakers. Homework: Will require some outside reading and possibly keeping a journal. Grading Scale: ESN

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Boy’s Bible Study

Grades: 6-8 Join in on an encouraging Bible study that will motivate you to walk closely with the Lord while exhibiting His character. This will be a small group atmosphere where we will talk through Scriptures and seek to apply it. The format will involve different aspects, including tools for developing personal Bible study, in addition to seeking to create an encouraging community. This study is open to boys from grades 6-8, including those who have already taken this class before. Prerequisites: None Grading Scale: ESN

Countries, Culture, and Cuisine

Grade: 5-6 Come explore the cultures of the world. The journey will take us to places we may never have been and open our eyes to the wonders of God’s creation. We will read and talk about the people, sample the food, learn about famous sights, learn the capitals of major countries, along with much, much more. Students

will learn about missionaries in all different regions and the great work they are doing for our Lord. This class is the perfect complement to our amazing 6th grade Geography class taught on core days. Homework: No homework is required out side of class. Discussions at home are encouraged. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: This class will involve some food prep and food consumption.

LANGUAGES Logic School Spanish

Grades: 5-8 Our students are amazing in any language, quick to learn and participate.Â In this class, they will be able to express likes and dislikes in Spanish, how to describe emotions and count to the millions. They will be able to describe animals or people in detail.Â We will use hands-on projects to apply Spanish as we continue working every Friday in class. Homework: 15 minutes of homework time. This involves memorizing vocabulary and research when needed for projects. One of the most important homework assignments will be preparing for the Fiesta at the end of each quarter in which students bring something to share with the class. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: Students will not receive RS Spanish 1 credit through Logic School Spanish courses. Students can retake this class each year.

teacher. This dynamic class will dive deeper into the Spanish language and culture. Homework: 30 minutes of homework time. This involves memorizing vocabulary and research when needed for fun, interactive projects. Prerequisite: Completion of beginning LS Spanish or by teacher approval. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit given.

Latin Lab

Grades: 7-8 This class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for Latin and additional access to a Latin teacher.It can shore up skills and reinforce the learning of the current classroom experience.It is not meant to replace one-on-one tutoring. Homework: Latin Lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on homework assigned by the Latin courses during the week with the help of the teacher. Advanced Logic School Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: Students will not receive Latin Spanish 1 credit through Latin Lab. An after-school Grades: 5-8 This advanced Spanish class is for students Latin Lab is offered on W/TH and open to that have already taken a year or two of be- students in grades 5-8. Students can retake ginning Spanish or with approval from the this class each year.

AFTER-SCHOOL LABS

After School Labs are not meant to replace oneon-one tutoring.

After-School Math Lab

55-minute class adds structure for the student who needs a dedicated time for Latin and additional access to a Latin teacher. It can shore up skills and reinforce the learning of the current classroom experience. Homework: Does not add to the homework load. Students work on homework assigned in the Latin courses during the week, with the help of the teacher, if needed. Special Note: Students will not receive Latin 1 credit through Latin Lab. A Latin Lab is also offered on Friday. Students can retake this class each year. 8th grade students who need help with Latin should sign up for the Friday Latin Lab.

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Grades: 5-8 After-School Math Lab is offered on Monday and Tuesday from 2:35-3:30pm. Students may sign up to attendÂ both days, or, just one day. This 55-minute class gives structure and support to the student who would benefit from completing homework, studying for quizzes, preparing for exams, etc. with direct access to a math teacher. Homework: Math Lab does not add to the homework load. Students work on their Homework Head Start homework under teacher supervision. Grades: 5-8 Special Note: Students can retake this class Homework Head Start is only for those stueach year. dents that have rhetoric school siblings and need to wait for after school pick up After-School Latin Lab until 3:30pm. This after school program Grades: 5-8 will be a monitored study hall type of enAfter-School Latin Lab is offered on Wednes- vironment where students can work on day and Thursday from 2:35-3:30. Students homework until 3:30pm. This class meets may sign up for both or just one day. This from 2:35-3:30pm and meets Mon-Thurs.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Health and Fitness

Grades: 5-8 This active class provides students with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to be more physically active and healthy. The majority of the time is spent outdoors learning participation in various sports and activities. Requirements: Students are required to be active and able to participate with positive attitudes. Jackets are needed for cooler weather. A change of clothes (for example: shorts, tshirts and tennis shoes) and water bottles are required for the class. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time outside playing sports and exercising, as well as indoors developing a basis of understanding free weight and body weight exercises. Grading Scale: ESN Special Note: 3rd period Health and Fitness is a 45-minute class. CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is a requirement. A sport or activity should be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competitors. At right: Logic School Students at CDA Pep Rally 2019

Graduation Requirements for All CDA students Math

History

8th

9th

10th

11th

12th

Algebra I

Geometry

Advanced Algebra

Trigonometry

AP Calculus#+ (DC)

Trig (Core)/Pre-Calc Lab*

Integrated Math#+ (DC)

AP World History

AP European History (DC)

AP US History (DC)

World History

European History

N/A

History 9

English

N/A

English 9

English 10

AP English Literature

American Literature (DC)

Science

N/A

Biology

Chemistry

AP Chemistry

General Physics (Core Day)

AP Environmental Science Astronomy* Labs

N/A

Biology Lab*

Chemistry Lab*

AP Chem/APES Lab (Core Day)

Physics Lab (DC)#+*

Special

N/A

Logic

Theology I Christ, Creed & Calling

AP English Language

Theology II Apologetics and the Christian Life

Language

Latin I

Latin II Honors

Honors Latin III

AP Latin#+

Spanish I Honors

Spanish II Honors

Spanish 3H/4H#+

Legend

(DC) Dual Credit

#Not required for graduation

+Not included in the core tuition

NOTE: The class of 2024 and beyond must earn at least one credit in art and one credit in music.

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*Friday course

GRAD REQUIREMENTS Latin I for New CDA

Students, 8th and Above

Grades: 8-12 This course is offered to new CDA students 8th grade and above who need the Latin I graduation requirement. Homework: One to two hours of homework each week depending upon student’s background in Latin. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a Language credit. Special Note: Students re-enrolling from the 7th grade to the 8th grade should not sign up for this course. This class is designed only for students in the 8th grade and above that are new to CDA. Successful completion of this course will meet the new student’s graduation requirement for Latin I. An elective cost is assessed if the student is taking more than 7 core classes.

Logic for New CDA

Students, 10th and Above

Grades: 10-12 This course is offered to new CDA students 10th grade and above who need the Logic graduation requirement. They will learn the use of statistics, experts, proverbs, analogies, difference, degree and cause and effect. Homework: Less than 30 minutes of homework each week. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as the Logic class credit. Special Note: New students re-enrolling from the 9th grade should not sign up for this course. This class is designed only for students in the 10th grade and above that are new to CDA. Successful completion of this course will meet the new student’s graduation requirement for Logic. Homework is minimal. An elective cost is assessed if the student is taking more than 7 core classes.

CDA WELCOMES NEW STUDENTS EVERY YEAR!

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You will have no problem getting your Latin and Logic graduation credits when you take these two Friday classes. We look forward to a wonderful year to come! Hannah Beth Kline, 2017 CDA graduate, shares her experience as a new student:

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Period

Rhetoric School Schedule

Adoratio Dux 9 - 12th

7:00 - 7:55a

8:00 - 9:30a

9:35 - 11:05a

7 - 12th

Biology Lab

Chemistry Lab

Pre-Calculus

Advanced Art

Electus Vox (Select Choir)

Intro Computer Programming

Human Anatomy & Physiology

Theater Arts I

Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop

Health Wellnes

9th

10th

11th

10 - 12th

9 - 12th

7 - 12th

10-12th

9 - 12th

Biology Lab

Chemistry Lab

Astronomy

Visual Art

Bellus Vox (Choir II)

Yearbook: Photography & Design

Intermediate Band

Guitar Ensemble

Test Prep

9th

10th

11th

9 - 12th

7 - 12th

9 - 12th

6 - 10th

8 - 12th

10 - 12th

9 - 12th

Theology of Art & Culture

Symphonic Band

Speech, Debate, Poetry & Prose

Latin I

(New Students)

Advance Guitar

8 - 12th

9 - 12th

Drill Tea

Lunch 11:55 - 12:25

12:25 - 1:55p

2:00 - 3:30p

Biology Lab

Chemistry Lab

Learning Center

Visual Art

Music Exploration

9th

10th

9 - 12th

Biology Lab

Chemistry Lab

Pre-Calculus

Advanced Art

Learning Center

Family & Consumer Science

Jazz Band

Theater Arts II

9th

10th

11th

10 - 12th

9 - 12th

7 - 10th

9 - 12th

10 - 12th

ART CREDIT CLASSES Art I: Visual Arts

Grades: 9-12 This course will familiarize students with the Elements of Art, Principles of Design, artists, art history, and various techniques and media. Students will gain confidence and develop skills in art-making while gaining an appreciation of art and learning to use and manipulate these skills. Homework: 60 minutes of outside class sketchbook assignments. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as an Art credit. Photo by senior, Jackson Shahan

(Fall Only)

House Meetings - Homer, Lewis, Wallace, Wright

11:10-11:55a

Advanced Computer Programming

Important Information

Writer’s orkshop

Health & Wellness

DC Physics

Greek I, II, III

9 - 12th

12th

9 - 12th

est Prep

Drill Team

Learning Center

10 - 12th

9 - 12th

Fall Only)

Latin I

(New Students)

8 - 12th

Advanced Guitar

9 - 12th

Readings in C.S. Lewis

Latin I

(New Students)

8 - 12th Logic 10 - 12th Theater 1.5

9 - 12th

• CDA primarily offers full year courses. Students must participate in the full year of the course for graduation credit to be met. Credit, for the purpose of meeting graduation requirements, is not given for being in the course for one semester only. Therefore changing courses at mid-year is discouraged. If a mid-year change must be made, ½ credit will be recorded on the transcript for the purpose of communicating to colleges that a half-year was taken. Most courses cannot be entered at the half year mark as success in the second semester relies upon information taught within the first semester. • AP, Dual Credit, and Honors courses have grade multipliers that are added to the average at the end of the school year. The student must have a yearly average of 70 or better for the grade multiplier to be applied. • Biology and Chemistry Friday Labs are required. Labs are offered 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th periods (no additional cost for these labs.)

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• CDA requires students who have class before and after lunch to stay on campus for lunch. • Students must have a class to remain on campus. • Graduating classes 2024 and later must take at least one art class and one music for graduation credit. • To be connected with the instructor of the class and request more information, email: flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org

Advanced Art:

AP Art History: Design, Color Theory & Drawing Art and Architecture Grades: 10-12 This course will expose students to advanced drawing, design and color theory using a variety of media. Students will gain confidence in art by progressing in their skills, creativity problem solving and concept development. Homework: Minimum 60 minutes of outside class work. Prerequisites: Art I: Visual Art Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Counts towards graduation as an Art credit. Special Note: Optional participation in art competitions. This class may take field trips if applicable to content being learned. Students may retake this class each year since projects change annually.

Grades: 10-12 If it’s true that a picture is worth a thousand words, this course has a lot to say! Art history tells the colorful story of humanity across time and across the globe through the lens of a variety of cultures. Students closely examine major forms of artistic expression in architecture, sculpture, painting and other media. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and the understanding of the form, the function, the content and the context of works of art. APAH overlaps in many places with World History and connects with a wide range of subjects at CDA, providing students the opportunity to synthesize important concepts. Homework: Readings, research, videos and writing

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RS Theater Arts I

Field Trips: Four to five field trips to excellent area museums. Grading Scale and Credit: This AP course is optional. Affects GPA. A 1.08 multiplier is applied to all AP courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied. Special Note: • Though periodically art instruction is given and the Art credit will be satisfied, APAH is not a studio class and art experience is not required. Non-artists and artists both excel. • By May 2022, students are prepared well to take AP Art History exam, which may result in college credit of 3-6 hours, depending on the test score and university to be attended. • Typically, AP Art History is scheduled for MW during the first two class periods (note: higher elective cost due to meeting two times a week). MW students should contact Mrs. Dwyer for schedule options. Students taking AP Art History are eligible for future travel opportunities.

Grades: 9-12 Like to perform? Great at hamming it up? This theater class will take you there and beyond! Join us for 90 minutes each week as we explore the great plays of Western Civilization. We will learn the bones of acting, stage direction, and technical theater as well as stage make-up techniques. We will put together a show designed just for our group of extraordinary players to be performed in the Spring. These students may be combined for productions with the Theater Arts II class if necessary. Homework: 1 hour each week for homework. Requirements: For first-year theater students with no or little experience. Incoming ninth graders with previous experience can take this class or audition for Theater Arts 1.5 or Theater Arts II with theater teacher recommendation. Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: All students are cast in the spring show. There is NO fall show. Up to six outside rehearsals throughout the semester and four to six evening dress rehearsals/performances during the week of the show are required. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as an Art credit. Special Note: Students are required to supply personal props and pay for their own supply/ costume rental ($70 fee). Students can retake this class every year.

RS Theater Arts 1.5

Grades: 9-12 Theater 1.5 engages students in advanced work in theater arts and competition work. The design of this class will build confidence in speaking and acting skills and introduce student to the exciting world of competition in oral interpretation activities. A class performance of a non-competitive production

will be done alongside performing in competitive events such as humorous or dramatic interpretation, prose and poetry reading, and solo and duo acting scenes at local and state tournaments. Homework: Homework is approximately an hour each week involving reading, memorization, and performance preparation. Outside time on several weekends will be required. Requirements: Two speech tournament experiences will be required during the year, and those students who really enjoy these events can do more! The class requires an interview with the teacher before any student is placed in the class.

RS Theater Arts II

Grades: 10-12 Audition required before Christmas Break For experienced performers, Friday’s Theater II class is the place to be! Theater II is an audition-only course with a maximum number of 23 students.  This class enters and performs in the One-Act Play contest. An additional show or musical is performed on alternating years.  Before signing up, you must be approved by completing a teacher recommendation form and performing an audition for the directors.  Recommendations and auditions are due before Christmas Break, for the fall class.  Please see instructor for details.  All who audition will be informed about your spot for the fall class by January 1, 2021, in time for elective registration. Homework: Reading, memorization, written play/character analysis, small amount of research and writing concerning

play, author, or characters. 1 hour each week for homework. Prerequisites: Previous CDA theater experience. Incoming ninth graders must have a theater teacher recommendation and audition for the directors before admittance. Requirements: Six to eight Friday rehearsals, after school, are held throughout the year, and four to six mandatory dress rehearsals are held after school throughout the year to prepare for performances. Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: Up to six performances on Thursday and Friday evenings are required. Up to four weekends depending on the advancement of the contest play and scheduling of the shows. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Grading criteria is 50% for participation and 50% on performance. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as an Art credit. Students must participate in the full-year course for graduation credit to be met. Special Note: Students are required to supply personal props and pay for their own or supply their costume rental ($70 fee). Students can retake this class every year.

Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as an Art credit. Students must parGrades: 9-12 ticipate in the full-year course for graduation This class offers speaking, debating, prose, and credit to be met. Credit is not given for being poetry performance art. Hone your skills fur- in one semester of the course and is discourther by competing at local, state, and national aged. Grading criteria is based upon perforcompetitions outside of the classroom. This mance 50%, projects 30%, and professionalFriday elective exposes you to performance ism 20%. art and produces confidence. Homework: Includes research for speeches Yearbook: and debates, outlining, writing, and performing Photography and Design speeches and reading, analyzing, and performGrades: 9-12 ing poetry and prose selections. One hour of Interview required before Christmas Break homework is expected each week minimum; Students will learn about journalism, photogmore is required if students are preparing for raphy and time management. They will encompetition. joy meeting people from all grade levels and Requirements/Prerequisites: Observation at learn the importance of professionalism while one speech tournament and competition in performing their duties and in the creation of one tournament are mandatory. Tournaments the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yearbook. are usually 1-1Â˝ days. Students may be asked Homework: One to three hours per quarto judge the logic school speech tournament ter outside of class for page design work or in the spring. photography. Homework time varies for stuNumber of Performances/Obligations: Two dents based upon event being photographed weekends (August-January) will fulfill the or pages assigned. Students have free admismandatory tournament attendance requiresion to games and events if they are working ment. Students may participate in as many the event. regular season tournaments as are offered Requirements/Prerequisites: Students will and may qualify for state and national tournabe expected to develop and use skills that ments if they choose to participate beyond the will allow them to interview a variety of CDA requirements. students, teachers, and coaches. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as an Art credit. Special Note: Students need to sign up for an interview prior to Christmas Break. An email link is sent with times and dates for interviews. Students will be informed of the entrance to the class and will automatically be enrolled after Jan. 1, 2021. Students can retake this class each year.

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MUSIC CREDIT CLASSES Intermediate Band

Grades: 6-10 Intermediate Band is for students who have been promoted from Beginning Band but have not yet reached the Symphonic Band level. Although the students will continue to learn music theory and history, Intermediate Band will highlight the joy of working together as a musical team to put together performances designed for ministry, competition and enjoyment! With more opportunities to perform, this organization provides an ideal environment to develop discipline and to learn time management while having fun and doing it with a school organization. The “band family” is ready to welcome your student! Homework: 150 minutes of documented practice time each week. Students are required to take one private lesson per week throughout the school year. Weekly playing assignments are submitted and reviewed online. Requirements/Prerequisites: Parents are responsible for the purchase or rental of instrument. At least one year of beginning band or audition. This is a performance elective. Required performances: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Pinewood Retirement Home, competition. Students can retake this class each year.

Optional competition or performance: Auditions for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert. Concert attire required. Girls: CDA Band T-shirt for competition. Nice dresses or slacks with dress shirt for concert performances. Boys: CDA Band T-shirt for competition. Nice dress pants and nice shirt for concert performances. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: Rhetoric school students interested in joining the band for the first time should meet with the Band Director. Students can retake this class each year.

Symphonic Band

Grades: 9-12 Students are encouraged to enroll in this dynamic and award-winning ensemble. Symphonic Band is for students who have been promoted from Intermediate Band or they are a rhetoric student that has auditioned for the band director. This is a performance group that plays at all home football games and pep rallies, performs at concerts and participates in competitions such as solo ensemble contest, honor band auditions, and concert and

on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: Rhetoric school students interested in joining the band for the first time should meet with the Band Director. Students can retake this class each year.

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Bellus Vox

sight-reading contest. In addition, this group is ministry-minded as they serve the community by playing at a local nursing home. They will have approximately two extra rehearsals per month. With many opportunities to perform, this organization provides an ideal environment to foster discipline and to learn time management while having fun and doing it with a school organization. Homework: 150 minutes of documented practice time each week. Students are required to take one private lesson each week throughout the school year. Playing assignments are submitted and reviewed online. Requirements/Prerequisites: At least two years of Intermediate Band or audition. Required performances are fall concert, spring concert, home football games, pep rallies, solo and ensemble contest, nursing home performance, band competitions, Commencement. Specific concert attire is required and will be purchased by parents through the school. Optional competitions and performances: Audition for Honor Band - includes a two-day workshop and concert, TPSMEA solo and ensemble contest Grading Scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears

Grades: 7-12 Bellus Vox (Choir II) is open to 7th-12th graders. This group will perform in our Christmas and spring concerts and will learn how to read music and sing with good vocal technique. They will learn various types of repertoire from classical to pop and gain an understanding of music theory. This class is the perfect preparation for our top choir, Electus Vox! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire. Limited extra rehearsals to prepare for concerts. Performance Expectations: Christmas Concert, Spring Concert, and Solo and Ensemble competition. Grading scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: Students should bring to class a 1â&#x20AC;? three-ring binder, pencil, and water bottle. Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band and Electus Vox).

Electus Vox

Grades: 9-12, audition required Electus Vox is our top choir and students are selected by audition. These students will learn various types of repertoire and will go to Solo and Ensemble Competition as well as Concert and Sight Reading. Students will learn how to read music and understand mu-

sic theory. Students are also encouraged to participate in the All Region and All State Competitions. They will perform in our Christmas and spring concerts and sing at graduation. This talented group of musicians will be taking music to the next level! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire, limited extra rehearsals to prepare for concerts, attendance at Competitions. Performance Expectations: Christmas Concert, Region and State Solo and Ensemble participation, Concert and Sight-Reading Competition, Spring Concert and graduation performances required. Optional: All-Region Choir (audition), All-State Choir (audition). Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. This class counts for a Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Special Note: Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band). Supplies needed are a 1â&#x20AC;? 3-ring binder, pencil, and water bottle.

Music Exploration

Grades: 9-12 This class will use classic Broadway Musicals to explore how music can bring a story to life! Students will view the musicals and discuss how music affects the viewer, enhances the plot and guides the story. Music theory is the basis of how music is composed, so we will be looking at the composerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ideas in creating their story. This will be a fun class for students who need to earn a Music credit during Rhetoric School. Homework: Students who attend class and take good notes will not have homework. If a class is missed, the student will be responsible to make up what they missed. Requirements: A one subject notebook and a pen or pencil. Grading Scale and Credit: Quizzes will be given at the conclusion of each musical to

check for understanding. Grades will be based on participation (50%) and tests (50%). This class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades.

ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES

Guitar Ensemble

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Grades: 8-12 This class is for students who have basic note reading skills, chord playing, and fingerstyle playing technique. Emphasis is placed on playing music with others using worship and popular-style selections. Students will expand playing ability and note reading ability during the school year. Requirements: Strong work ethic, desire, and discipline are necessary for participation in this class, as well as a minimum of 25 minutes of practice time three days a week. Private lessons are strongly recommended. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Music credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Note: Students can retake this class or they can try Advanced Guitar, offered for the first time beginning Fall 2021.

Jazz Band

Grades: 9-12 This performance-based class explores jazz. The students need to be responsible, selfmotivated, and interested in jazz studies. They will learn jazz scales and will also be introduced to improvisation as well as learning to play the different styles offered in jazz music. Homework: Same as Symphonic Band Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Symphonic Band. Must have permission from the Band Director to sign up. Usually one to two performances in addition to the required Symphonic Band performances and competitions. Optional competitions and performances: Audition for Honor Band - includes a twoday workshop and concert. Specific concert attire is required and is the same as Symphonic Band.

Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a Music, Art or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: Students can retake this class every year.

Adoratio Dux

Grades: 9-12 The Adoratio Dux (Worship Band) is a group of rhetoric school students who desire to lead the student body in worship at their midweek and House chapels. Students should be skilled at singing and/or playing instruments appropriate for worship. They will learn how to read chord charts, sing with confidence, and blend with one another for a unified sound. Bible study and prayer will be an integral part of this class. These students are viewed as spiritual leaders and will be expected to live accordingly. Homework: Weekly preparation for chapels. Requirements: Audition and interview required. Weekly rehearsals to prepare for chapels and to develop unity. Availability to lead chapels (every effort will be made to accommodate class schedules). Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: You will need a 3-ring binder to store your charts, a pencil,

water and whatever instrument you are going to play.

Survey of Human Anatomy & Physiology

Grades: 9-12 Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology is a course that will investigate the structure, function, and homeostatic mechanisms of the human body systems. Students will study the organization within the major body systems, the interactions between these systems, and the impact of disease. Course activities will include reading, video lessons, lab investigations, case studies, and collaborative group work. One goal for the course is to prepare students with introductory knowledge and skills that would benefit them in future college courses in biological or medical fields. Time will also be spent looking at how humans are fearfully and wonderfully made and the complementary relationship between the Christian worldview and science. Homework: Approximately 60 minutes each week outside of class. Requirements: Successful completion of 9th grade biology. 9th grade admittance allowed with interview. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Ancient Greek II

There is no lab component for this class, prohibiting it from receiving science credit, but this class will enhance the transcript of STEM students and those seeking science degrees.

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Ancient Greek I

Grades: 9-12 Ancient Greek I will equip students to begin reading the Ancient Greek language known throughout the Greek and Roman empires in the centuries leading up to and following the birth of Jesus. Through studying the alphabet, sentence structure, culture, and common nouns and verbs of Koine (common language) Greek, students will take a significant â&#x20AC;&#x153;first stepâ&#x20AC;? towards reading our New Testament in its original language. By the end of the year, students will be able to read select passages from the New Testament and will display mastery of 200 of the most frequently occurring words. Greek I, II, and III are taught together in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts to younger students. Homework: Approximately 30-60 minutes during the week. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music, or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Grades: 9-12 Students will continue learning the grammar of Ancient Greek on their way to developing the ability to read the New Testament in its original language. By the end of this course, students will be able to read sections of the New Testament with minimal use of a dictionary and other aids. Theological issues raised by the interpretation of various New Testament passages will be explored at the Greek level. Greek I, II, and III are taught together in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts to younger students. Homework: Approximately 30-60 minutes during the week. Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music, or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Ancient Greek III

Grades: 9-12 Students will continue to explore the finer points of Greek grammar as well as continue to build their Greek vocabulary. Much of the year is spent carefully reading through our Greek New Testament, translating passages,

and discussing the theological significance of the Greek text. Greek I, II, and III are taught together in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts to younger students. Homework: Approximately 30-60 minutes during the week. Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I and II Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Readings in C.S. Lewis

Grades: 9-12 C.S. Lewis had a knack for bringing deep, abstract concepts to life through imaginative prose. His fiction and nonfiction alike inspire wonder and reward curiosity. This course will sample Lewis’ works, paying special attention to his distinctive integration of truth and the imagination. Homework: 30-60 minutes of reading outside of class to prepare for class discussions. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Theology of Art and Culture

Grades: 9-12 What has Athens to do with Jerusalem? When Tertullian posed this question, he meant to call into question the usefulness of Pagan philosophy for Christian theology. Is it that simple? Is the Christian stance on pop culture limited to avoidance or ambivalence? In this course, the students will develop a Chris-

tian view of popular culture. We will read Christian authors, listen to popular music, and view modern films with a view to learning how to engage our culture in a way that is distinctly and uncompromisingly Christian. Homework: Reading and creative projects with no public performances Requirements: Field trip to Dallas art museums in December with Advanced Art. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. Course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

Test Prep

Grades: 10-12, FALL ONLY Recommended for 11th grade A College Prep Genius representative teaches this “Master the SAT” class for the first eight weeks. This course gives students the tools needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/

Language or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: Students can retake this class

Intro to Computer Programming

NMSQT. Students learn the logical patterns behind standardized test questions and necessary strategies that help raise test scores. It is open to 10th-12th grade but 11th graders find it most beneficial. Homework: 60-70 minutes per week. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music, or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: Students can retake this class.

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Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop

Grades: 9-12 The purpose of the Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop is to assist rhetoric school studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; development as effective writers and wise thinkers. Students bring writing assignments from their Monday-Thursday courses to class for review and revision. The Lab provides an opportunity for students to work with the instructor one-on-one to discuss specific paper topics and guidelines. The course equips students with an understanding of writing mechanics including but not limited to: thesis statements, thorough argumentation, MLA formatting, and proofreading. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or

Requirements: Laptops are required for in class use (4Gb Memory and Windows recommended). Java and Eclipse will be provided for the students to be installed on the laptops. A desire to learn about computers. No previous programming experience is required. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: Course does not deal with PowerPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software.

pleted the Introduction to Computer Programming class or be approved prior to selecting the course. A laptop will be required for in-class use (4Gb Memory and Windows recommended). Java and Eclipse will be provided for the students to be installed on the laptops. Internet access will be required to access shared coding resources. Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming or approved by class instructor. Students need to contact the class instructor for approval prior to taking class. Email flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org to request more information. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Advanced Computer does not count as an Art, Music or Language Programming credit toward graduation, does not affect the Grades: 7-12 This course will build on the basics learned in GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Intro to Computer Programming and reviews Special Note: Course does not deal with Powbasic programming principles using the com- erPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software. puter language Java. Then the class will work on learning more advanced projects that will Family and require working together over several classes. Consumer Science Good group coding practices and development Grades: 7-10 processes will be taught using these group Family and Consumer Science is the new projects. Each year a different aspect of pro- name for the traditional Home Economics gramming will be focused on, such as, graph- class. Students in this class will learn the baics or the internet so that students can learn sic skills of running and maintaining a Chrisvarious aspects of software development. tian household in our modern time. Topics Requirements: Students need to have com- covered will include home and family living,

nutrition, food service, cooking concepts, basic sewing skills, household budgeting, and wise stewardship. Requirements: Students may need to complete class assignments at home. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. Course does not count as an Art, Music or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.

COLLEGE TOURS These trips are fast-paced, amazing events that take away the intimidation factor some young students experience when thinking about college. College reps also stress the importance of grades, rigorous class loads, test scores, and student activities when applying to colleges. Students come back with a broader knowledge of what college life is like and an idea of what some of their priorities are in choosing a college.

College Tour 9

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(Core Options)

Grades: 9 SPRING ONLY. Date: March 21-22, 2022 (tentative dates) Size: 24 boys, 24 girls SPRING ONLY. This trip for freshman is designed to give students a look at public, private and Christian universities varying in size while exploring different areas of college life at each campus. Students tour each college, they eat in the cafeterias, attend a college class, meet with campus ministries, tour the sports facilities, attend chapel, visit libraries, and/or honors college, and meet with university students when available. For our 2022 tour, we will be heading

north to visit 5 colleges. We try to visit a combination of large, small, private, public, Christian, and secular colleges. This trip fills up quickly so sign up soon! Requirements/Prerequisites: Students must have excellent classroom behavior while at CDA prior to being able to attend the trip. We serve as the ambassadors for the current seniors interested in the universities we visit. Grading Scale and Credit: No grade or credit. Projected Cost: $185 (includes transportation, hotel, and all meals). While we try to keep costs low, they could change if the transportation/ hotel costs increase. Special Note: We will be leaving Monday morning and returning Tuesday night. Boys and girls will be on the bus together, but they will have seperate hotels. Colleges do not confirm visit details until January, so the tour details are subject to change.

College Tour 10 (Core Options)

Grades: 10 SPRING ONLY Date: March 21-22, 2022 (Tentative dates)  Size: 24 Boys, 24 Girls  This trip for sophomores is designed to give students a look at public, private and Christian universities varying in size while exploring different areas of college life at each campus. Students tour each college, they eat in the cafeterias, attend a college class, meet with campus ministries, tour the sports facilities, attend chapel, visit libraries, and/or honors college, and meet with university students when available. For our 2022 tour, we will be heading north to visit 5 colleges. We try to visit a combination of large, small, private, public, Christian and secular colleges. This trip fills up quickly so sign up soon!

Requirements: Students must have excellent classroom behavior while at CDA prior to being able to attend the trip. We serve as the ambassadors for the current seniors interested in the universities we visit. Grading Scale and Credit: No grade or credit for this event. This trip does not appear on the transcript. Projected Cost:  $185 (includes transportation, hotel, and all meals). While we try to keep costs low, they could change if the transportation/ hotel costs increase. Special Note:  We will be leaving on Monday morning and returning Tuesday night. Boys and girls will be on the bus together but they will have seperate hotels. Colleges do not confirm visit details until January, so the tour details are subject to change.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION CDA agrees that good sportsmanship is a requirement. A sport or activity should be enjoyed for its own sake, with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect and a sense of fellowship with oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competitors. Rhetoric school students are required to have one credit of PE for graduation. Each season completed earns the student a 1/2 credit towards the PE requirement for graduation; therefore, two seasons are needed for meet the graduation requirement. At this time there are team options for 6th-12th. No Rhetoric school credit is given for students not in Rhetoric School. Rhetoric school PE credit is given for students in 9th-12th. Fall Sports Football for boys Volleyball for girls Cross Country for boys and girls Winter Sports Basketball for boys and girls Soccer for boys and girls Swimming for boys and girls Spring Sports Track for boys and girls Softball for girls Baseball for boys Tennis for boys and girls Golf for boys and girls Possible Full Year PE Options RS PE Yell Leaders Drill Team

RS Physical Education: Health & Wellness

Grades: 9-12 The purpose of Coram Deo Academy’s Health and Wellness program is to educate, equip and empower students to lead a physical lifestyle that honors God’s creation, themselves, to the best of their ability. The development of knowledge, attitudes and skills can lead to behaviors that promote a physically healthy lifestyle. Coram Deo’s Health and Wellness class will provide concepts and practices related to overall good health, enabling students to garner decision making processes and strategies that are necessary to make the best choices regarding stewardship, and

care for their bodies, mind and spirit as they develop into godly young men and women. Students should expect to spend time outside playing sports and exercising, as well as indoors developing a basis of understanding of free weight and body weight exercises. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. One year of this class can meet the CDA PE requirement needed for graduation.

Yell Leaders

One Athletic credit is received for RS Yell Leaders. This team practices throughout football and basketball season. Their training starts in the spring prior to the year the students perform (usually April) and requires a summer camp

RS Yell Leaders

Grades: 9-12 Prior experience is not required to join Rhetoric School Yell Leaders. One full athletic credit will be earned by cheering through fall and winter seasons. The athletic fee covers two seasons of team sport participation, practice wear, and equipment. Two seasons of sport participation is defined as football and basketball cheer OR football cheer and one other winter sport, such as basketball or soccer. The athletic fee cannot be transferred to a spring sport because the seasons do not run concurrently with either cheer season. Uniforms are custom made and are an additional expense along with cheer shoes. Cheer camp is required and is an additional expense

for new members. Registration for Yell Leader participation is required by March 1st for the custom uniform ordering process. The team roster will be closed after this date or when team reaches maximum allowed participants. Schedule: Spring practices: Once a week during the month of April. Summer practices: Four times per week beginning the week after Commencement until cheer camp and August 1st to the first day of school. Please schedule vacations accordingly, as all practices are mandatory. FCC Cheer Camp: TBD (usually mid-June) After school practices: Tuesdays through Thursdays during football and basketball seasons. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. One year of this class can meet the CDA PE requirement needed for graduation.

LS Yell Leaders

Grades: 6-8 Logic School Yell Leaders will consist of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. No prior experience is required. Additional expenses not covered by the athletic fee include: custom uniforms, miscellaneous uniform components, shoes, and summer cheer camp. Summer camp is usually the 2nd week of June.  Summer camp isn’t required for JH, but very highly recommended. Registration for Yell Leader participation is required by March 1st We perform at all home football games, pep for the custom uniform ordering process.  rallies and go on to compete in the spring. Grading Scale: ESN Dance experience is a plus but not a requirement. The Lionettes rehearse 3 mornings a Lionettes Drill Team week before 1st period begins and on Fridays Grades: 9-12 during 2nd period. The Lionettes Drill Team is a precision drill Grading Scale and Credit: Outside PE or Art company with a primary mission of showcas- credit (Dance) with this program (club for ing the Lionettes to glorify God through the credit). One year of this class can meet CDA art of dance with breathtaking routines. Lio- PE or Art requirement needed for graduation. nettes will learn commitment, respect, hard work, dedication, time management, achieve Athletic options are subject to change. lifelong friendships, and finally, give excel- Contact Coach Sean Riley at sean.riley@ lence to CDA through elegance and grace. coramdeoacademy.org for details.

RS LANGUAGE CHOICES Spanish I Honors

Grades: 9 This class is an introduction to the language and culture. In this course, students are able to acquire and discover the language through reading, listening, writing, and speaking activities while gaining proficiency. Students collaborate and regularly present in the Spanish language. Students begin to make comparisons and connections between the cultures. The focus of this course is developing a novice-mid proficiency. The majority of this course is held in the target language. Homework: Approximately 60 minutes per class and 180 minutes per week, depending upon the student’s ability Requirements/Prerequisites: No prerequisites are required. Additional book fee of $70 included in elective cost. Grading Scale and Credit: This Honors course is optional. A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or Honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied

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Spanish II Honors

Grades: 10 Spanish II continues to introduce the language and culture. In this course, students are able to expand on their acquisition and discovery of the language through reading, listening, writing, and speaking activities while gaining proficiency. Students regularly collaborate and present in the Spanish language. Students make further comparisons and connections between the culture and practices of the language. The focus of this course is developing novice-high proficiency. The majority of this course is held in the target language.

Homework: Approximately 60 minutes per class and 180 minutes per week, depending upon the student’s ability Requirements/Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish I is required or instructor’s permission to sign up. Additional book fee of $70 included in elective cost. Grading Scale and Credit: This Honors course is optional. A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or Honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied.

Spanish III/IV Honors

Grades: 11-12 This class will put into practice what the students have learned in the previous years of Spanish and expand their ability to express themselves. Spanish III and IV will be taught in the same classroom. The students will practice how to listen, speak, and read in Spanish in a comfortable environment. While participating in conversations in Spanish the students will read stories that they have heard before in English and compare and contrast them when spoken in Spanish. The students will be immersed in the Spanish language and culture while we work on projects. Spanish is an exciting language and these students have lots of fun in this participatory class. Spanish IV will be useful preparation for taking the CLEP Spanish language exam for college. Homework: Approximately 90 minutes each week depending upon the student’s ability. Requirements/Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish I and II is reqired. Spanish IV students need instructor’s permission to sign up. Additional book fee of $70 included in elective cost. Grading Scale and Credit: This Honors course is optional. A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or Honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better

Requirements/Prerequisites: Successful completion of Latin I is required or instructor’s permission to sign up. Grading Scale and Credit: A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the Honors Latin II end of the school year. Students must pass Grades: 9 As a student comes to understand and appre- any AP or Honors course with a yearly averciate the God-given gift of communication age of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to through the written and spoken word, he is be applied. able to use this understanding to glean wisdom from ancient texts. In Latin II, we active- Honors Latin III ly use vocabulary and grammar (both previ- Grades: 10 ously learned and new) to read and translate In Latin III, we transfer from synthetic Latin sentences with conditional and other sub- to true authentic Latin and now thousands junctive clauses in short selections. As we of years of the human experience lie open begin reading short bits of authentic Latin to the willing student. As we read authentic and looking at things from an ancient per- Latin texts, we are able to discern how greatspective, we come to realize that humankind ly the thoughts and attitudes of the ancient is consistent. The same problems, thoughts, Romans have influenced Western Civilizaand evils that were with Adam in the gar- tion. Also available to us are the writings of den, show up throughout history, and are still great theologians, historical figures, and even present today. scientists for whom Latin was the universal Homework: The average student spends 3 to language. 4 hours a week on Latin homework. Homework: The average student spends 3 to 4 hours a week on Latin homework. Requirements/Prerequisites: Successful completion of Honors Latin II is required or instructor’s permission to sign up. Grading Scale and Credit: A 1.04 grade multiplier is applied to all Honors courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or Honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied. for a grade multiplier to be applied. Special Note: This class will meet on M/W or T/TH this year.

AP Latin

Grades 11-12 In AP Latin, students will read familiar stories like The Trojan Horse in Vergil’s original poetry while they find the earmarks that make The Aeneid an epic. In preparation for the AP test, students will also read Caesar’s Gallic Wars and compare the two works and the two authors discussing (in English) such questions as: What makes a great leader?

What were the Roman views of foreigners? How did the Romans relate to their gods and to the gods of others? What did the Romans value and how is it shown in the original literature? How do the Roman values and views differ from those of today’s society as a whole and from our personal values and views as Christians? In Class Work: Group translation, discussion, short essays (in English), and occasional presentations. Homework: Vocabulary memory work, short essays (in English), translation preparation and consolidation. Minimum of two hours estimated per week but will vary based on an individual’s mastery of vocabulary. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Latin III is required. Grading Scale and Credit: This AP course is optional. Affects GPA. A 1.08 multiplier is applied to all AP courses at the end of the school year. Students must pass any AP or honors course with a yearly average of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied. Special Note: Open to all students who have successfully completed Honors Latin III. This class will meet on M/W or T/TH this year.

REQUIRED RS CREDITS IN 8TH GRADE

Algebra 1:8

8th grade students take Algebra 1:8, the second half of Algebra 1, which is a twoyear course at Coram Deo. A fundamental philosophical underpinning of Algebra is the development of formulas and abstract thinking. As students develop the ability to use variables to represent changing quantities, they are reminded that the absolute truths they have learned before are still true in their algebraic form. During seventh grade, students focus on linear equations and elementary algebra concepts. In eighth grade, students continue with parabolic, exponential, and rational functions, among other topics. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Course will appear on the student’s transcript.

Latin 1:8

Current CDA students take Latin I in 7th and 8th grade for which they receive high school credit. New students in grades 8-12 take the Friday class for Latin 1 that can be completed in one year. See New Student section for correct course. Students in Latin 1 will memorize Latin vocabulary and grammatical forms, analyze Latin syntax, translate sentences, and read short stories in Latin. They will learn to think more wisely by deepening their understanding of language in both English and Latin and reflecting on the reciprocal influence of language and thought. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Course will appear on the student’s transcript.

Some RS classes are automatic enrollment and parents do not need to do anything beyond enrolling in CDA for their students to be placed in these courses. Students will be automatically placed within the correct course for their grade level. Grading scale and credit unless designated will be a number Students successfully completing Algebra 1:8 and Latin 1:8 will receive RS credit grade that affects the GPA. Course title will appear on students’ transcript.

At right: 2020 graduates, Senior picnic at the Dallas Arboretum

ADVANCED PLACEMENT, DUAL CREDIT, AND HONORS Offered Monday-Thursday It is important to sign up early for core course options in order to ensure your student is able to take the course they prefer. Classes will be closed when the maximum enrollment is reached. Most classes listed below allow for a choice between two offerings. Offerings will be cancelled if the minimum enrollment is not reached. See the chart below for the Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, and Honors courses offered. These choices will be available on the website at your family login on January 1st. The grade multiplier is added at the end of the school year.

CLASS

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Latin II Honors

M/W and T/Th

1.04

Spanish I Honors

M/W and T/Th

1.04

Latin III Honors

M/W and T/Th

1.04

Spanish II Honors

M/W and T/Th

1.04

11, 12

Spanish III, IV Honors

M/W or T/Th

1.04

AP World History

M/W and T/Th

1.08

10, 11, 12

AP Art History*

M/W only

1.08

11, 12

AP Latin*

M/W or T/Th

1.08

AP English Lit. & Composition***

M/W and T/Th

1.08

AP Environmental Science

M/W and T/Th

1.08

AP Chemistry

M/W only

1.08

AP English Language & Composition

M/W and T/Th

1.08

AP European History (DC)

M/W and T/Th

1.08

Integrated Math*,** (DC)

M/W and T/Th

1.08

Dual Credit Physics*

M/W/F and T/Th/F

1.08

AP Calculus* (DC)

M/W and T/Th

1.08

AP American History (DC)

M/W and T/Th

1.08

American Literature (DC)

M/W and T/Th

1.08

* Not required for graduation. ** Integrated math is College Algebra in the fall and Financial Planning for HS students in the spring. Calculus students can take the spring portion of the IM if there are seats available.

*** AP English Literature and Composition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no other class option approved.

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GRADE

DUAL CREDIT INFORMATION Dual Credit is currently offered for Dual Credit AP European History (FM only), Dual Credit College Algebra, Dual Credit General Physics, American Literature, AP Calculus and AP American History through Colorado Christian University (CCU). It is the responsibility of the parent to determine if the additional cost and credit is right for their student. • 11th grade Dual Credit AP European History is equal to 3 hours of college credit. • 12th grade Dual Credit General Physics (with Friday lab) is equal to 5 hours of college credit per semester. • 12th grade American History is equal to three hours of college credit per semester. • 12th grade American Literature is equal to three hours of college credit. First semester only. • 12th grade Integrated Math is approved as Dual Credit College Algebra and is equal to three hours of college credit. First Semester only. • 12th grade AP Calculus is equal to four hours of college credit. Students have the choice of signing up for dual credit in the fall or in the spring. However, if you want to drop the dual credit Calculus, you need to drop it during the semester you registered for the class. For CDA to offer Dual Credit, the institution offering the Dual Credit must meet the following standards: 1. Must allow CDA to teach from a Christian worldview 2. Must allow CDA to use our own instructors and curriculum 3. Must not be cost prohibitive to our families 4. Must allow us to follow our school schedule 5. Must offer credit opportunities for both the FM and CC campuses ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES (AP) CDA has a five-year historical pass rate of 83%. The Texas passage rate average is 50% for the same period and the national passage rate is 59%. Students are required to take two AP courses to meet the graduation requirements of CDA. Students have the option not to take the test at the end of the year. Many students score well enough to receive college credit through the AP tests. Colleges look favorably on students with AP classes on their transcripts when making admissions decisions. ONLINE OFFERINGS For students desiring to go beyond the regular offerings of electives and core options at CDA, two classes that are commonly requested are Government and Economics. We recommend only accredited courses be considered. These classes are not included on the CDA transcript.

REQUIRED RS COURSES Some RS classes are automatic enrollment and parents do not need to do anything beyond enrolling in CDA for their students to be placed in these courses. Students will be automatically placed within the correct course for their grade level. Grading scale and credit unless designated will be a number grade that affects the GPA. Course title will appear on students’ transcript. Other RS courses allow for students to make selections. Students may choose to take an Advanced Placement or Dual Credit course, or they may pick a specific time on Friday for their science lab. These choices will be noted in each of the following sections. These classes could fill causing a student to be required to take the other class choice. Class choices could also cause a student to come on their off day.

NINTH GRADE COURSES R HET OR IC SCHO OL

The following Core courses for ninth grade are required:

Classical and New Testament Literature, Vocabulary & Composition

The course begins with their summer reading selections beginning with Watership Down and Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. Ninth grade English builds on the Greek mythology introduced in eighth grade with a study of the plays of Sophocles and Euripides. This is followed by an examination of the lives and

works of greek philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle and the reading of The Apology of Socrates, Plato’s Cave from The Republic, and Aristotle’s Poetics. Next, the students will study Virgil’s The Aeneid. Students will then study C.S. Lewis’s Till We Have Faces as a synthesis of all they have learned to date. Students also read Beowulf and selected stories from Norse Mythology. The year is capped off with a study of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Students will perform oral recitations and dramatic episodes from their stories and plays. They will write essays related to literary aspects of the stories they are reading. Vocabulary enrichment and spelling development are based on Vocabulary from Classical Roots-C. Students complete workbook exercises and are tested over twenty-nine word lists including nearly 500 new words and about 200 common roots and prefixes. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Classical & New Testament Lit, Vocab, & Comp will appear on the student’s transcript.

Western Civilization & the Early Church

In History 9, students will study the history of Western Civilization from approximately 3000 B.C. through approximately 1601 A.D. Students will learn the key dates of this period; the major individuals, nations, and events that shaped it; and the social, geographic, economic, political, and philosophical underpinnings of the era. World-view perspectives will be addressed as students develop their ability to discern and discuss reality as the peoples of this time period— both Christian and non-Christian—saw it, including their perception of the nature of the external world, human nature, the good that occurred in the world around them, and their outlook regarding the meaning of history. Students will also develop the ability

to apply the knowledge and lessons of the Classical and Early Church to the challenges and issues of their own lives and world. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Western Civilization & Early Church will appear on the student’s transcript.

Logic

The study of logic is a cornerstone of classical education and one of the three trivium arts. It is a necessary component needed for debate and discussion that is part of logic and rhetoric level classes. 9th grade logic includes the study of formal deductive and inductive reasoning as well as the analysis of informal fallacies. Students will learn to both write strong arguments and evaluate the arguments of others. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Logic will appear on the student’s transcript.

Biology (Class)

Biology students receive a foundational overview of all aspects that encompass the study of living organisms. They will learn the fundamental principles that govern organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, cell structure and function, the transfer of energy through metabolic systems, cellular reproduction, genetics, taxonomy and the three domains of living organisms. Worldview perspectives are woven throughout the course as the students consider the impact of living organisms throughout history and understand that science is an integral tool in exploring and understanding the world around them. Emphasis is placed on the theme of interconnectedness and their role as manager of the world bestowed upon them by God Grading Scale and Credit: Number

grade. Affects GPA. The Lab grade will be averaged with the class grade. Biology will appear on the student’s transcript.

*Students must sign up for Friday Lab and will be automatically placed in the MW or TTH class

Biology Lab It is important to select a biology lab early in the elective season to secure a seat in the period that best allows you to select other desired electives. Biology Lab is REQUIRED to fulfill the course requirements. The Friday biology lab class is for students who are concurrently enrolled in the biology lecture class. Students do not need to register for the biology class on MondayThursday; however, students must register for the biology lab on Friday. The biology lab requires a completed pre-lab for entrance into the lab each Friday. The pre-lab is used at the start of each class to complete the hands-on portion of the class. Students learn and observe proper lab safety techniques in addition to seeing the biology concepts

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from the lecture class in action.  The Friday lab is not a separate grade. Grades for the lab assignments will be averaged in with the lecture class grade. Come prepared to see God’s amazing living creation through the microscope! Grading Scale and Credit: Biology lab is not a separate grade. The lab grade is combined with the biology class average. Number grade. Affects GPA. The combined lab and lecture grade will be reported on the transcript. Special Note: This required lab is offered on Friday, Periods 1, 2, 4, 5.

Geometry

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In geometry (in which “geo” means earth and, metric means measurement), students will learn to “measure the earth,” or think clearly and logically about God’s creation. Geometry students will learn about lines, planes, angles, triangles, shapes and similarity, while learning to reason logically through their first introduction to formal proofs. Throughout the course, students will develop an appreciation for God-given logical principles and learn about great mathematicians and their contributions to scientific thought. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Geometry will appear on the student’s transcript.

TENTH GRADE COURSES

The following Core courses are required in 10th grade:

Medieval European Literature, Vocabulary & Composition

Through reading great works of medieval literature, students in 10th grade English at Coram Deo Academy consider what it means to be a Christian leader dependent upon God and what it means to be part of a Christian community. Students begin the first semester by studying their summer reading selection, The Lord of the Rings. This is followed by The Song of Roland, The Once and Future King (King Arthur), Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and early medieval poetry. In the second semester students read Europe’s greatest medieval poets: Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, Dante’s Divine Comedy, and the sonnets of Herbert, Donne, and Shakespeare. Students compose sonnets in the style of Chaucer and Dante. Preparation for the 11th grade year includes writing and presenting essays and poems, Socratic discussion, vocabulary study, and annotation. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Medieval European Literature, Vocab & Comp will appear on the student’s transcript.

Theology I: Christ, Creed and Calling

Tenth grade Theology I provides an understanding of the central tenets of Christianity with a focus on personal spiritual formation. Students learn the basics of biblical hermeneutics and study one of the four gospels. They explore the history and development of Christian doctrine, focusing on the central tenets of Nicene orthodoxy,

by reading authors like Athanasius and Lewis. Students also research and learn about their own church, its government, and how it fits into the history of the Christian faith. In coordination with our college advising program, Theology I explores vocation. Students consider how they can best use their individual gifts and personalities to glorify God and advance His kingdom. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Chemistry Lab Affects GPA. Theology I will appear on the It is important to select a Chemistry Lab early student’s transcript. in the elective season to secure a seat in the period that best allows you to select other desired Chemistry (Class) electives. Chemistry Lab is REQUIRED to fulfill the In this introduction to chemistry, students course requirements. gain an appreciation of the order and patterns imposed on God’s creation and man’s The Friday chemistry lab is for students who continuing quest to understand it. Students are concurrently enrolled in the chemistry learn from class lecture and guided inquiry lecture class. Students do not need to register during two classes per week and practice for their chemistry class Monday-Thursday, laboratory procedure and demonstrations but they must register for their chemistry lab during Friday laboratory time. Major topics period on Friday. Students will experience covered include energy, atoms, elements, chemistry in a meaningful and hands-on naming, reactions, stoichiometry, gases, manner.  Students learn and observe proper solutions, equilibrium, acids and bases, and lab safety techniques in addition to seeing the nuclear chemistry. chemistry concepts from the lecture class in Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. action.  Come prepared to see God’s amazing Affects GPA. The Lab grade will be averaged handiwork through the world of chemistry! with the class grade. Chemistry will appear on Grading Scale and Credit: Chemistry lab is the student’s transcript. not a separate grade. The lab grade is combined with the chemistry class average. Num*Students must sign up for Friday Lab ber grade. Affects GPA. The combined lab and and will be automatically placed in the lecture grade will be reported on the transcript. Special Note: This required lab is offered on MW or TTH class. Friday, Periods 1, 2, 4, 5.

Advanced Algebra

In 10th grade students return to algebra, where they will begin to apply mathematical ideas on deeper levels, using multiple variables. Students will progress from a review of linear functions to systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic functions, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, rational functions, and finally irrational functions. As mathematics is the language of science, this course will focus on using Algebra to model ‘real-life’ problems. Linear, quadratic, and exponential relationships can be observed empirically in the natural world. World-view perspectives will be included to encourage students to see the relevancy of the curriculum not only in explaining the natural world but also in the development of their faith. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Advanced Algebra will appear on the student’s transcript.

Students may choose between the two following history options.

World History and Missions

This course covers world history from approximately 500 BC to the present, with emphasis on areas outside Europe and North America that are covered in later classes. This course is not Advanced Placement (AP),

but is intended to prepare students to take AP European History as juniors. Specifically, the amount of reading per week and the number of chapters covered are less than the AP class. Special emphasis will be on reading comprehension, note-taking, and study skills. Because of the reduced content, students will not be recommended to take the AP exam in the spring. Requirements: Approximately 60 minutes of homework each day. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. World History will appear on the student’s transcript.

AP World History and Missions

This course covers world history from approximately 500 BC to the present, with emphasis on areas outside Europe and North America that are covered in later classes. This is an accelerated Advanced Placement (AP) course, reflecting the high level of work completed. Students will be expected to apply a higher level of critical thinking and comparative analysis to the course material. Students will have the opportunity, but are not required to take the AP exam. Requirements: Approximately 120 minutes of homework each day. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP World History will appear on the student’s transcript. A grade multiplier of 1.08 will be calculated at end of the year.

ELEVENTH GRADE COURSES

The following Core courses are required for the 11th grade:

AP English Literature and Composition

John Keats, a dramatic monologue by Robert Browning, and devotional sonnets by Gerard Manley Hopkins. The course concludes with a study of 20th century modernism and postmodernism as seen in Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness and Franz Kafka’s Metamorphosis. Students also read works by the 20th century’s great Christian apologists, G.K. Chesterton and C.S. Lewis. By the conclusion of their eleventh-grade year, students who have completed the previous three Coram Deo English courses will have received a comprehensive coverage of the major works and literary movements of Western Civilization. Course work includes extensive written analysis, preparing students for the essay portions of the ACT, SAT, and AP exams, as well as SAT vocabulary development and practice. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP English Literature and Composition will appear on the student’s transcript. A grade multiplier of 1.08 will be calculated at end of the year.

AP English Language and Composition (AP Rhetoric)

This course uses the fundamentals of Eleventh grade English at Coram Deo classical rhetoric to give students an Academy contemplates the characteristics of opportunity to refine their thinking and the good man and the good life.This advanced writing in composition and speech. It aims placement literature and composition first to develop students’ capacity for wisdom course begins with the literature of the and second, to equip them with tools for Enlightenment, including John Milton’s epic argument and eloquence. Paradise Lost, Moliere’s satiric Tartuffe, and Rhetoric is designed to help students grow works by the era’s most famous poets: Swift, in their understanding of the high moral Dryden, Johnson, and Pope. Next, students stakes of communication—listening, writing, study Romanticism and Realism, reading some and speaking—and equip them both to of the 19th century’s greatest novelists: Jane understand complex and competing ideas Austen, Charles Dickens, Emily Bronte, Victor and to offer their own in light of their roles Hugo, Leo Tolstoy and Fyodor Dostoevsky. as ambassadors of Christ, the Living Word. They also read, analyze, and imitate poetic It begins with an overview of the history works, including, among others, odes by of rhetoric, including primary readings in

course for graduation. No action is needed by parents of students. 11th graders are automatically enrolled in trigonometry on their regular core day; however, to enroll in the PreCalculus component, parents need to select the Friday Pre-Calculus class.

Pre-Calculus classical rhetoric, moves to the skills of rhetorical analysis and reading, and finally, guides students through the writing and presentation of a Capstone in Christian Wisdom, wherein they craft a biblical response to a challenging contemporary argument. Requirements: 10th grade core subjects must be taken prior to enrolling in this class.  Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP English Language and Composition will appear on the student’s transcript. Grade Multiplier of 1.08 calculated at end of the year.

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Trigonometry

Trigonometry at its most basic principles involves Triangles (“trigonon”) and measuring (“metron”). This branch of mathematics gives us the means of determining the dimensions of a triangle from a few known pieces of information. Historically, the ability to calculate these dimensions was critical in navigation, timekeeping, and astronomy. The periodic nature of these functions will be explored, as will their use in modeling God’s creation. Vectors, the geometry of conic sections, and number theory will be explored during this course as well. Juniors who plan to pursue advanced math and science will have the option of taking a PreCalculus lab along with Trigonometry and have to provide a strong mathematical foundation for Calculus. Trigonometry is the required 11th grade math

Pre-Calculus is designed to offer students a more in-depth treatment of advanced topics in preparation for Calculus. Students will attend Trigonometry on core days, but students taking the additional Friday lab will have Pre-Calculus rather than Trigonometry designated on their transcript. We will study advanced topics in Algebra, add depth to topics studied in Trigonometry, and make sure students are well-prepared for AP or Dual Credit Calculus the following year. Homework: In-class assignments, weekly homework, and quizzes. Requirements/Prerequisites: Student must be taking Trigonometry simultaneously. Grading scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Pre-Calculus will appear on the student’s transcript instead of Trigonometry. The student’s Trigonometry grade is factored into their Pre-Calculus grade.

facts. This course expects students to easily Students may choose between the grasp concepts, names, events, dates, and their sequences. following two history courses: Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP European History will appear European History on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript. Grade Multiplier This course covers European history from of 1.08 calculated at end of the year. the Reformation to the present. This course is intended to prepare students to read and analyze material and to understand and see history through a Christian worldview. Special emphasis will be on reading comprehension, note-taking, and study skills. The reading required in this class is rigorous, as expected by CDA students, but allows active students to manage their work load more efficiently. This class prepares students for college level history without the extra pressure of the AP European History class. Requirements: Approximately 60 minutes of homework each day. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. European History will appear on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript.

AP European History

This course covers European history from the Reformation to the present through a Christian worldview both in the primary source material assigned and in class. This is an accelerated Advanced Placement (AP) course, reflecting the high level of work to be completed. Students will be expected to apply a higher level of critical thinking and comparative analysis to the course material. Throughout this course, students will encounter many controversial issues and conflicting views on major historical issues. One of the important purposes of this course is, therefore, for students to come to their own independent and informed judgments based on their understanding of the issues. Students develop critical thinking through this process. Critical thinking, however, must be based on an understanding of historical

In the 11th grade, students will select a preference between two AP science lab courses and one non-AP science class. Both Advanced Placement courses have the grade multiplier of 1.08. By signing up in January and February, students are only indicating a preference for which AP course they desire to take. Final placement in AP Chemistry depends upon grades and an interview with the teacher. The interviews will occur at the end of the third quarter of their sophomore year. AP Environment Science (APES) does not require an interview. Juniors also have a choice of Astronomy. Astronomy is a nonAP class and can be taken instead of APES and AP Chemistry.

AP Chemistry Class with Lab (MW only)

AP Chemistry is an inquiry-based instructional class that challenges students to incorporate higher level chemistry information at a fast pace. Students taking this class will be challenged by the pace as well as the information. This class has a lab component included in the MW class. This class meets for two hours each class day. No additional Friday lab time is needed. Requirements: Students sign up indicating their preference. Grade point average and interviews will be used to determine which 11th grade science class is best for each student. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP Chemistry will appear on the transcript.

AP Environmental Science with Lab

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AP Environmental Science, an interdisciplinary academic field, integrates physical, biological and information sciences to the study of the environment and the solution of environmental problems. This class has a lab component included in the MW and TTH class. This class meets for two hours each class day. No additional Friday lab time is needed. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade.

Affects GPA. AP Environmental Science will appear on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript. Special Note: This class has a couple of field trips attached to the class. Students must be passing the class to go on the field trips.

Astronomy with local observatories or planetarium trips

This course provides students with an introduction to Astronomy. This course will primarily be conceptual and not computational. Major chapters and sections covered in this course will be: The Cosmic Landscape, The Cycles of the Sky, The Rise of Astronomy, Backward Astronomy, Gravity and Motion, Light and Atoms, Telescopes, and Cosmology. Requirements: Students will be expected to read weekly assignments and participate in classroom discussions about the readings. Students will participate in group exercises and demonstrations. Students will also be asked to make celestial observations (either with the group or individually) and report their findings. Students will also be assessed in class through written chapter assessments. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grades. Affects GPA. Astronomy will appear on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript. Special Note: This class meets on Friday and has at least one evening field trip per quarter to a local planetarium or observatory.

TWELFTH GRADE COURSES

The following Core courses are required for the 12th grade:

American Literature

explorers and Puritan works and ending with 20th century Modernism, comparing the underlying philosophical model in each work to the Christian worldview. Students will also evaluate passages of literature with close reading analysis and hone writing through exercises on sentence building. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. American Literature will appear on the student’s transcript. Special Notes: This class is eligible for Dual Credit through Colorado Christian University A grade multiplier of 1.08 will be calculated at the end of the year.

“The reading of all good books is like conversation with the finest men of past centuries.” ~René Descartes Reading excellent literature is critical if we want to be influential in the world. We, as Descartes suggests, have an opportunity to listen to the voices of the ancients, and not-so-ancients, as they explain the answer to the questions “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?” As Christians, we know that Scripture AP U.S. History answers those questions. So, if we know the A.P. United States History covers the entire answer, why read the works? Literature – scope of United States history from the novels, short stories, and poetry – is man’s colonial era to the present. The learner will way of exploring those questions in the light of reigning contemporary philosophies. In order to understand the world and those in it, in order to be aware of our culture, in order to winsomely win the lost to Christ, we must be familiar with what men have discovered about themselves and those around them. As we read great works of literature this year, we will explore those ideas and philosophies in the light of Christ and Truth, so that we may then go into the world and be the salt and light that brings the good news of Christ to the nations. Students will read and discuss a survey of American literature beginning with 17th century

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develop strong critical thinking skills and view history through a Christian worldview. Throughout this course, students will encounter many controversial issues and conflicting views on major historical issues. One of the important purposes of this course is, therefore, for he or she to come to his own independent and informed judgments on these questions based on their understanding of the issue. In other words, the larger goal of this course is to help students develop critical thinking through examining these questions. This critical thinking, however, must be based on a grasp of historical facts. Memorization of names and dates is not the most important goal of this course, but to the extent that the grasp of basic facts is a precondition for critical thinking, this course expects the students to grasp basic concepts,

names, events, dates, and their sequence. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP US History will appear on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript. Grade Multiplier of 1.08 calculated at end of the year. Special Notes: This class is eligible for Dual Credit through Colorado Christian University. A grade multiplier of 1.08 will be calculated at the end of the year.

Theology II: Apologetics and the Christian Life

This class explores a broad spectrum of theological topics, from the formation of the Bible and its interpretation throughout history, to miracles, evil, the Trinity, and the intersection of Christianity and science. It is also a place for students to explore key spiritual disciplines that Christians throughout the

centuries have found helpful on their journeys of faith. The goals of this course are to equip students to discover the intellectual depth and imaginative richness of Christianity, develop and display a distinctly Christian mind and lifestyle, and read and understand the New Testament in its historical and theological contexts. Additionally, they are given opportunities to discover and experience ancient Christian spiritual disciplines, understand and interact with post-Enlightenment liberal theology and its various counterparts, discover the unity and diversity of various Christian traditions, and define and defend core Christian doctrine in light of historical and modern heresies. After this course, it is our desire that our students will develop a lifestyle of applying Christian truth to a variety of questions and situations. In the Senior Theology Capstone project, students explore a major biblical or theological topic of their choice and present it to their peers at the end of the school year. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Theology II will appear on the student’s transcript.

Students have a choice of General Physics or Dual Credit (DC) General Physics in the 12th grade. Special note for new students to Coram Deo Academy: Physics classes taught prior to the 11th grade do not meet CDA’s curricular or graduation requirement for Physics

General Physics with Lab

All seniors must take regular Physics to graduate. Students do not need to register for this class. It will be automatically included in their regular schedule of classes. Physics is

offered during the week M/W or T/TH in the regular core schedule. Students have a twohour period for this class which includes a lecture and lab.

Dual Credit General Physics

Dual Credit General Physics is formerly known as AP Physics B, therefore the class retains its 1.08 grade multiplier. To receive Dual Credit through Colorado Christian University, seniors may add Dual Credit College Physics to their regular Physics class. This portion requires an additional lab on Friday along with the M/W or T/TH Physics class in order to meet Dual Credit requirements. Students interested in engineering or medical studies are recommended to take the course in preparation for college coursework. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Physics will appear on the student’s transcript. Colorado Christian University will provide an additional transcript for Physics. Requirements: Must be taking regular rhetoric school Physics on MW or TTH. Special Note: Not all students are recommended to pay for Dual Credit since some colleges require Calculus-based Physics.

Students in the 12th grade may choose life applications of these topics and be able to apply them to areas such as finance or logistics. between the following math options:

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AP Calculus AB

The beauty with which we can manipulate and use mathematics shines a light on the beauty and creativity of our God and brings us to a closer understanding and awe of Him. During the second semester students will learn the importance of budgeting and smart money management in this curriculum created by Dave Ramsey. Special Notes: This class is eligible for Dual Credit through Colorado Christian University A grade multiplier of 1.08 will be calculated for the first semester of Ingegrated Math.

The class is Dual Credit through Colorado Christian University and Advanced Placement. AP Calculus AB includes topics in both Integral and Differential Calculus. Students taking AP Calculus AB can also enroll in Personal Finance component of Integrated Math for the spring semester, if desired. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP Calculus AB will appear on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transcript.â&#x20AC;Ż Grade Multiplier of 1.08 calculated at end of the year. Requirement: Students must have completed No-Math Option math courses through Pre-Calculus to meet If a student has taken Algebra 1, Geometry, Advanced Algebra, and Trigonometry, they have graduation requirements. completed their graduation requirements for CDA. CDA recommends seniors take one of the Integrated Math In the first semester of the Integrated Math two senior math courses. course offered at CDA, students are challenged to broaden and challenge their understanding **If you know the college your student plans of the field of mathematics. Students will dive to attend, check with the college on all Dual into how to solve polynomial, logarithmic, Credit courses for the most accurate information exponential, multi-variable, and multiple regarding what the particular college will other forms of equations. They will see real accept. At right: Advanced Art and AP Art History museum field trip

HOUSE SYSTEM FOR Rhetoric school STUDENTS House meetings and chapels for rhetoric school students are scheduled during 3rd period on Friday. There is no charge for 3rd period for rhetoric school students. Students are randomly placed within the House System at the end of their 8th grade year and after re-enrollment into the 9th grade. Younger siblings are placed within the same house as older siblings. Flower Mound Houses: House of Wallace House of Wright House of Lewis House of Homer

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Service projects, leadership training, chapels, intramurals, Alfred Cup debates, pep rallies, and video productions are part of the house system. Officers are elected in the spring by their peers.

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Competitive Clubs on the FM Campus Clubs Requirements: • For a club to form it must have at least two students and one teacher/sponsor. • A teacher/sponsor must be present at all times during club meetings. • Clubs can compete and perform under the Coram Deo Academy name. • Clubs do not receive graduation credit or a grade. • Clubs handle their own finances and pay for their own resources. • Express your interest in an existing club by going to the “Traditional” tab.

ROBOTICS

Needs a volunteer sponsor Grades: 9-12 The Robotics Club is an extracurricular club that meets outside of regular school hours. Over the course of the year, the team designs and builds their own robot, based on the First Tech Challenge (FTC) competition. The club is open to logic school students but is primarily intended for rhetoric school students.

SCIENCE CLUB

Grades: 9-12 The CDA Science club meets at lunch. This groups travels to competition over one or two weekends per year. This group also organizes field trips to museums and other interested sites. It is an opportunity for students interested in science to create a community with others of the same interests in the rhetoric school grade levels.

NATIONAL JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE

Grades: 7-12 The National Junior Classical League is an organization for logic and rhetoric school students in classical courses. NJCL proudly holds the honor of being one of the largest academic youth organizations in the world. There are over 50,000 members in approximately 1,200 chapters located in almost every state and in several foreign countries. Student members of NJCL have many opportunities to participate in academic, creative arts, graphic arts, and even athletic contests on the regional, state, and national levels. Requirement: Must be enrolled in either Latin or Greek or be a Student Assistant in Latin or Greek. All of our current competitive clubs are successful in competition and performance. Clubs require extra time and expense but can increase your students’ school experience.

How to Register for Electives: GO TO YOUR FAMILY LOGIN ON THE CDA WEBSITE Parents must first re-enroll their students in CDA from their family login in order to register for next year’s electives. We do our best to prevent unnecessary changes to the schedule, however, classes not meeting minimum enrollments could be canceled and cause an unexpected change in the overall schedule. Eighth graders must be re-enrolled into ninth grade before a House assignment will be made. New Year’s Day is not a working day for the faculty or staff. Re-enrollment opens for your convenience on January 1 at noon. Emails will be returned after the holiday. 1. Log in to your CDA family account (please note: this is different from your CDA Connect login). 2. Click on Re-enroll for 2021-22. 3. Follow the prompts to complete online enrollment. 4. Once enrolled, the elective registration is made available; click on the link next to your student’s name for 2021-22 electives to view offerings according to the student’s grade and home campus. 5. Electives are grouped by course type: Core Options, Core Days, Friday Electives, After-School Electives, Athletics... MAKE SURE YOU CLICK ON ALL TABS TO FIND YOUR CLASSES. 6. At the bottom of the list, you can click on a link to see electives at other campuses. 7. If you wish to register for a spring of 2021 athletic offering, please click on Spring Registrations for CURRENT YEAR ONLY. DATES

(PRIOR TO THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR)

DROP/CHANGE FEE*

REFUND POLICY

Priority Elective Registration January 1 – MLK Day

No charge

Full refund

Day after MLK Day – July 31

$25 per change $50 per drop

Full refund less change/drop fees

August 1 – end of school year

$50 change fee1

No drop fee/No refund

*Drop fee is charged for electives that are dropped without another elective added. See CDA Reference Manual for Parents and Students Electives Policy. ° Deadlines and fees, as of date of publication

Where’s my Grammar School or Logic School Elective? MOST electives are easily found under the Friday tab, as highlighted above. Grammar Friday Electives tab: Acting Through Bible Stories Art Through the Ages Art Through Winning Illustrations Bienvenidos: Welcome to Beginning Spanish Bienvenidos: Welcome to Advanced Spanish Critical Thinking Fine Motor Skills Development Geography Great Books for Grammar School Gross Motor Skills Development Hands-On Science: Astronomy Music Physical Education Play Acting Story Writing Theater Grammar After School Electives: History and Bible Through Song and Rhyme History Comes Alive! Reading Lab

Logic Friday Electives: Art Advanced Art Canticum Novum Bellus Vox Beginning Band Intermediate Band Guitar Ensemble Guitar Class LS Theater Arts I LS Theater Arts II Writer’s Workshop Introduction to Computer Programming Advanced Computer Programming Scientific Explorations S.T.E.A.M. Great Books Discussion Philosophy for Logic School Spanish Advanced Spanish Friday Latin Lab Astronomy Family and Consumer Science Girl’s Bible Study Boy’s Bible Study Strategia Health and Fitness Friday Core Class (Friday tab): Latin I for New Students in 8th -12th grade Logic After School Labs (Core tab): Latin Lab Math Lab Homework Head Start

Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my Rhetoric school Elective? MOST electives are easily found under the Friday tab, as highlighted above. The only exception is AP Art History, AP Latin, and Honors Spanish III/IV which are M/W or T/TH courses found under the tab marked Core Days. Core Options: Latin II, III Spanish I, II AP World History World History AP European History European History AP English Language and Composition AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science Astronomy AP Calculus Integrated Math College Tours: 9 and 10 Core Days: AP Art History: Art and Architecture AP Latin Honors Spanish III/IV

Friday tab: Visual Art Advanced Art Bellus Vox Electus Vox Adoratio Dux Intermediate Band Symphonic Band Jazz Band Music Exploration Rhetoric School Theater Arts I Rhetoric School Theater Arts 1.5 Rhetoric School Theater Arts II Speech, Debate, Poetry, and Prose Performance Art Guitar Ensemble Advanced Guitar Yearbook: Photography and Design Human Anatomy and Physiology Readings in CS Lewis Theology of Art & Culture Greek, I, II, III Test Prep Introduction to Computer Programming Advanced Computer Programming Family and Consumer Science Physical Education-Health & Wellness Learning Center Friday Core Classes (Friday tab): Biology Lab Chemistry Lab Friday Logic (for new students) Friday Latin I (for new students) Pre-Calculus Lab Dual Credit Physics Lab Traditional tab: Robotics Club Science Club National Junior Classical League

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