schedule
Grammar School Period
1
8:15 - 9:45
Period
2
9:45 - 11:15
Period
3
11:45 - 1:15
Period
4
1:15 - 2:45
Period
7
2:45 - 3:30
FRIDAYS Music
Hands on Science
Art
Spanish
K - 1st grade
K - 1st grade
Music
Hands on Science
Art
Spanish
2nd - 4th grade
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade 2nd - 4th grade
Theater
3rd - 4th grade
Lunch 11:15-11:45 Music
Hands on Science
Art
Spanish
Great Books
PE
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade
Music
Hands on Science
Art
Great Books
PE
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade
K - 1st grade
2nd - 4th grade 2nd - 4th grade
• Grammar School electives have E, S, or N grades and do not affect GPA.
Grade Levels: K-1st Class Description: Students explore the elements of art (line, shape, color, form, space, value, and texture) by examining awardwinning 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 your 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 an ‘art smock’ or covering (large t-shirt) to protect uniform.
• There is no homework for Grammar School Electives.
Art Through the Ages
CORE DAYS Reading Lab
Reading Lab
Monday/Wednesday K - 2nd grade
Tuesday/Thursday K - 2nd grade
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. • Friday classes for the Grammar School start at 8:15 and end at 2:45. • Students need to be scheduled in a class to remain on campus between two classes.
Art Through Winning Illustrations
• Story time with Mrs. Cavender is 7:50-8:10 for students enrolled in 1st period. • Lunch is 11:15 to 11:45. To eat lunch with us on Friday, students must be enrolled in both 2nd and 3rd period. • Grammar School electives fill up quickly. Please enroll early if a specific schedule or class is important.
• Due to start time, passing periods, lunch/3rd period, and carline, the Grammar School, Logic/Rhetoric School classes end at different times. Please be aware of these differences when deciding upon classes if you have students in the various CDA schools.
Grade Levels: 2-4 Class Description: We are made in the image of a creative God. Therefore, we are
made to be creative! 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. We marvel at the beauty of God’s creation and imitate his work. We also use the creativity that he blessed us with to create unique works of art as well as works in the style of other artists. 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 three-year 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”, 70100 page wire-bound sketch book and an old, large adult t-shirt to protect uniform.
Bienvenidos:
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Welcome to Spanish
Grades: K-1 and 2-4 Class Description for 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, playing games and conversing with one another. 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.
Great Books
Grades: K-1 and 2-4 Class Description: Grammar School Great Books will expose young learners to wonderful, classic children’s books of the twentieth century. Through reading aloud, student
narration, reader’s theater, crafts, and activities, students will become familiar with story structure and themes (big ideas), quality language, and noble ideas and characters encountered in story. Books will be selected from The ReadAloud Family, Books Children Love, and Honey for a Child’s Heart. During the 90-minute class period we will share food and play games mentioned in the story, create projects reflective of the characters and setting of the story, memorize poems, sing songs, perform fingerplays, and enjoy literature as a community.
Theater
Grades: 3-4 Class Description for 3-4: Our Grammar School theater is an adventure in creativity. 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. Your child will forever use the skills learned in theater.
Requirements: Memorization of lines.
Special Note: Parts assigned by audition. Memorization of lines is required. Fall production for family and friends. The Spring production will be performed at Festival of the Arts.
Hands on Science: Botany
Grades: K-1 and 2-4 Class Description for K-1 and 2-4: Grammar-level science students will use all of their senses to learn about plants and understand how God designed them. We will dig in the dirt and plant a garden; identify and examine the many facets of plants; and hike outside to explore and experience the beauty of God’s creation. Our hands-on study of botany will include experiments using the scientific method, games and projects. Studying and experiencing God’s creation is one of the best ways to learn about God and his love for us! We look forward to exploring the world of God’s design with your children.
that is full of exuberant singing and discovery of God’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. The class book is provided by the teacher on the first day of school.
Requirements: Students bring their books, a sharpened pencil, crayons, and a labeled water bottle each week.
Music
Grades: K-1 Class Descriptions for 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
Music
Grades: 2-4 Class Description for 2-4: Plato said that “music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” Our approach to music
sideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.
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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 notereading 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. The recorder
and book will be provided by the teacher. 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 colors to each class.
Physical Education
Grades: K-1 Class Description: 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 con-
Grades: 2-4 Class Description: This class is designed to further develop running form, sports movements, stopping, landing and eye/hand coordination through the introduction of various team sports. Additionally, 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.
Reading Lab
Grades: K-2 Class Description: Reading Lab is held after
school on core days from 2:45-3:30. This 7th period 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 gradelevel readers. However, teachers will work with all registered students at each student’s instructional reading level.
schedule Logic School Period
Adv. Computer Programming
7:00- 7:55a
7 - 12th
0
Period
Art
8:00 - 9:30a
7 - 8th
7 - 12th
Period
Art
9:35 - 11:05a
Spanish
Electus Vox (Select Choir)
Beginning Band
Latin I (New Students)
Greek I,II,III
STEAM
5 - 6th
5 - 6th
7 - 8th
8 - 12th
5 - 8th
8 - 12th
7 - 12th
5 - 7th
Guitar Ensemble
Scientific Explorations
Speech
Spanish
Bellus Vox (Choir II)
Intermediate Band
7 - 8th
8th - 12th
5 - 6th
7 - 8th
5 - 7th
7 - 12th
6 - 10th
Period
Great Books
Guitar
Girls’ Bible Study
Health & Fitness
Astronomy
Canticum Novum (Choir I)
Latin Lab
Boys’ Bible Study
11:10 - 11:55a
5 - 8th
6 - 8th
7 - 8th
5 - 8th
5 - 8th
5 - 8th
7- 8th
6 - 8th
2 3
Lunch 11:55-12:25 Period
Art
Writer’s Workshop
Strategia
Family & Consumer Science
Theater I
Latin I (New Students)
12:25 - 1:55p
5 - 6th
6 - 8th
5 - 8th
5 - 8th
5 - 8th
8 - 12th
Period
Art
Writer’s Workshop
Scientific Explorations
APT (Training)
Theater II
Philosophy
Competitive Math
2:00 - 3:30p
5 - 6th
6 - 8th
6 - 7th
7 - 12th
6 - 8th
5 - 8th
6 - 8th
4 5
• 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. • Due to start time, passing periods, lunch, 3rd period and car line, the Grammar School and Logic School classes end at different times. Please be aware of the time difference.
from students at the beginning of the year to help purchase individual portfolios. All Grades: 5-6 other supplies will be provided. Students are Class Description: Art is a great class for expected to attend the Night of Art in May students to exercise another part of their and fulfill all obligations for the evening as a brain after a busy week of academic studies. part of their grade. Students can retake this It is also a wonderful way to discover the class each year. creative potential that God has placed in each of us! The goal in Logic School Art is to help Art young artists see the how and why behind Grades: 7-8 art and to give them tools/techniques to take Class Description: The goal of Logic School their work to a new level. Students at this age Art is to help young artists grow more confiare asking questions like, “How do I make my dent in their artistic abilities. They will learn drawings look more realistic?” Students will to appreciate the process of making art as draw and explore the Elements of Art using much as the final product and will develop a variety of media and techniques including a stronger foundation in drawing. Students pastel, paint and clay. will have an opportunity to explore the EleRequirements: Outside sketchbook work. ments of Art and Principles of Design using Homework is 15-20 minutes/week for 5tha variety of media including charcoal, water6th. Logic Art classes are designed to build color and acrylic paint, chalk and oil pastel, on one another so that students can form a mixed media, print making and clay. By the strong foundation year-to-year with different end of the year, they will be comfortable with assignments. Likewise, a new art student may the practice of critiquing their own work as begin at any grade level without having prior well as the work of their peers. experience. Homework: Outside sketchbook work. HomeGrading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not work is 30-45 minutes. affected by ESN grades. No Rhetoric School Requirements: Logic Art classes are designed credit. to build on one another but new art students Special Note: A small fee will be collected may begin at any grade level without having prior experience. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No Rhetoric School credit. Special Notes: 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.
Art
Health & Fitness
1
Scientific Intro Computer Explorations Programming
LOGIC SCHOOL ART, MUSIC, & THEATER ELECTIVES
Canticum Novum (Choir I)
Grades: 5-8 Class Description: 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! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire. Performance Expectations: Fall Concert and Spring Concert Requirements: Jenson Sight-Singing V1, Weekly practice for music memorization 30 minutes, no quizzes or additional homework. Grading Scale and Credit: GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: Black concert attire is required. Supplies needed are a 1” black 3-ring binder, single subject spiral, pencil, and water bottle. This is a 45-minute class.
Bellus Vox
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(Choir II)
Grades: 7-12 audition required Class Description: Bellus Vox (Choir 2) is open to 7th graders and above. This auditioned 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 Electus Vox (Select Choir)! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire. Limited extra rehearsals to prepare for concerts. Requirements: Possible competition dates. Performance Expectations: Fall Concert,
Spring Concert, Graduation (other opportunities for competitions are available). 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: Students should bring to class: a black 1” three ring binder, single subject notebook, pencil, and water bottle. Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band and Electus Vox).
Electus Vox
(Select Choir)
Grades: 8-12 audition required Class Description: Electus Vox (Select Choir) 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 music 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 our 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.
Requirements: Attendance at competitions. Performance Expectations: Fall 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: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band). Supplies needed are a 1” black three ring binder, a single subject notebook, pencil, and water bottle.
Prerequisites: No experience required Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No Rhetoric School credit. Special Notes: 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.
Intermediate Band
Grades: 6-10 Class Description: 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 Beginning Band put together performances designed for minGrades: 5-8 istry, competition and enjoyment! With more Class Description: Beginning Band introduc- opportunities to perform, this organization es the students to instrumental music in an provides an ideal environment to develop ensemble, while teaching music reading, history, theory, and the joy of working together as a musical team to make music for God’s glory. It is the perfect place to foster discipline and time management while having fun doing it with a school organization. Students and parents should schedule an instrument evaluation with the band director to determine the best instrument choice. The “band family” is ready to welcome your student! 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.
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Guitar Ensemble
discipline and 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 - 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: This is a performance elective. Required performances: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, Pinewood Retirement Home, Local Music Festival. Concert attire required. Nice dresses or slacks with dress shirt for concert performances. CDA Band T-shirt for competitions. Students can retake this class each year.
Guitar Class
Grades: 6-8 Class Description: 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 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades.
Grades: 8-12 Class Description: 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. Homework: 25 minutes of practice, three days a week. Private lessons are strongly recommended. 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades.
Speech 7/8
Grades: 7-8 Class Description: Do class presentations freak you out? Want to learn to argue smarter, not just louder? Join this class and get plenty of practice in both public speaking situations and argumentation, whether it’s giving a school presentation or convincing Mom to give you 30 more minutes of Xbox. Homework: 30 minutes of homework outside of class per week; more when students debate. Primary style of homework is speech outline writing, practicing, and presenting in class. Some research for speeches is necessary. A few tests on vocabulary and argumentation theory are expected. Requirements: Spiral notebook, pens, pencils, highlighters. Laptops are helpful. Grading scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit.
Special Notes: Students can retake this class each year.
Theater I
Grades: 5-8 Class Description: 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. 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 and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit.
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Special Notes: Fall and Spring productions Requirements: Supplies needed: script, required. Students can retake this class each pencils, and highlighter Prerequisites: Theater I or by invitation year. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No Rhetoric School Theater II credit. Grades: 6-8 Class Description: Theater II builds upon pre- Special Notes: This is a performance elective. viously learned skills enabling students to Students can retake this class each year. perform increasingly more difficult and sophisticated work. Students demonstrate in- Writer’s Workshop creased poise and confidence when speaking Grades: 6-8 publicly. In addition, students not only learn Class Description: Writer’s Workshop is a proto apply acting techniques they have acquired cess-oriented class in which students draft, 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.
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 and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No Rhetoric School credit.
Intro to Computer Programming
Grades: 7-12 Class Description: 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 rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: 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. Class Description: 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 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: Beginning Computer Programming or approval from the instructor. Email flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org to request more information. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: This class is limited to 15 students. This course does not deal with PowerPoint, Excel, Word or other types of software.
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Scientific Explorations
Grades: 5-6 and 6-7 Class Description: Prepare your logic school students through this “summary of science.” Students will have the opportunity to strengthen their scientific thinking and academic vocabulary as we explore introductory concepts presented in Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences with Chemistry included for fun. Students will develop a foundation for the material and terminology they will encounter in grades six through eight while exploring the concepts in 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 labs may require a few disposable household items rescued from the trash bin. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: Students can retake this class each year.
STEAM Challenges
Grades: 5-7 Class Description: Science + Technology + Engineering + Arts + Mathematics = STEAM Students will work in collaborative groups to solve complex STEAM challenges and learn to see failure as productive. Emphasis will be on creative problem solving, persistence despite setbacks, critical thinking, and collaboration with others—skills needed throughout life. This class will provide hands-on and mindson 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 and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: No previous knowledge of
science, technology, engineering, arts, or math- Homework: No outside classwork other than ematics is necessary for success in this class discussions that might continue at home Prerequisites: none Great Books Discussion Grading Scale and Credit: GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Grades: 5-8 Class Description: Our God uses stories masterfully to tell us of His love and goodness. He has created us to love and respond to LANGUAGES stories. We read and discuss works of fiction because, in the process of understand- Logic School Spanish ing and assimilating well-crafted stories, our Grades: 5-7 souls are shaped and the course of our lives Class Description: Our students are amazing are put into focus. Logic-level students love in any language, quick to learn and particito talk about what they read as it relates to pate. In this class, they will be able to express their own lives. Discussion with others gives likes and dislikes in Spanish, how to describe a sense of community and helps broaden and emotions and count to the millions. They will deepen the exploration process. be able to describe animals or people in deHomework: 30-60 min. of reading per week tail. We will use hands-on projects to apply Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not Spanish as we continue working every Friday affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school in class. credit. Homework: 15 minutes of homework time. Special Notes: This class reads and discusses This involves memorizing vocabulary and reshort stories and longer works of fiction. Stu- search when needed for projects. One of the dents can retake this class each year. This most important homework assignments will class is 45 minutes long and is offered dur- be preparing for the Fiesta at the end of each ing third period. quarter in which students bring something to share with the class. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not Philosophy for affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Logic Students Grades: 5-8 Class Description: 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.
Special Notes: Students will not receive RS Spanish 1 credit through Logic School Spanish courses. Students can retake this class each year.
Logic School Spanish
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Grades: 7-8 Class Description: This dynamic class makes you want to speak more and more Spanish, and that is the idea, no? Come and explore the language by learning songs, the alphabet, numbers and time, parts of the body, simple questions and conjugation of common verbs. We will have a lot of fun while we learn! This class is 90 minutes and will move quickly. Homework: 30 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 the quarter, in which the students bring something to share with the class. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: Students will not receive RS Spanish 1 credit through Logic level Spanish.
Latin Lab
Grades: 7-8 Class Description: 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. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit. Special Notes: Students will not receive Latin 1 credit through Latin Lab. This is a 45-minute class offered third period on Friday. A Latin Lab is also offered after school on W/ TH. The After-School Latin Lab is open to students in grades 5-7. Students can retake this class each year.
Ancient Greek I
Grades: 7-12 Class Description: 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 first step 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. Students from Ancient Greek I, II, and III will be taught together in the same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teaching concepts to younger students. Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes of homework during the week. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript for rhetoric school students only.
Ancient Greek II
Grades: 8-12 Class Description: 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 60-90 minutes of homework during the week. Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript for Rhetoric School students only.
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 one’s competitors.
APT: Speed, Strength,
Conditioning
Grades: 7-12 Class Description: This is an intensive development program for 7th – 12th grade athletes. This program will focus specifically on the enhancing sports performance through physical training. Requirements: Must have a physical. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected. Logic school students cannot receive Rhetoric School PE credit for the purpose of graduation until they enter the 9th12th grades Special Notes: This class is scheduled for Friday, 5th period. Students should expect to spend a large amount of time out-ofdoors 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.
Health and Fitness
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Grades: 5-8 Class Description: 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. Water bottles are needed for hot weather. Jackets are needed for cooler weather. A change of clothes (for example: shorts, t-shirts and tennis shoes) is 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. Credit: No Rhetoric School credit Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. Students can retake this class each year. GPA is not affected. Special Notes: 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 one’s competitors.
After School, APT
(Athletic Performance Training) Fall – APT Basketball Fall - APT Soccer Winter- APT Strength & Speed Spring – APT Volleyball Grades: 7-12 athletes
Special Notes: Students advancing in competitions will need to be available on Grades: 5-8 weekends to travel to other schools. BeClass Description: After-School Latin Lab tween one and ten students may advance. is offered on Wednesday and Thursday Dates will be announced. from 2:35-3:30. Students may sign up for both or just one day. This 55-minute class Astronomy adds structure for the student who needs Grades: 5-8 a dedicated time for Latin and additional Class Description: What are the objects access to a Latin teacher. It can shore up that we see in the celestial sky? Why were skills and reinforce the learning of the the planets referred to as wanderers? How current classroom experience. far away are the nearest galaxies? What Homework: Does not add to the homeis the nature of a black hole? How do we work load. Students work on homework know what we know about the universe? assigned in the Latin courses during the Who were the great astronomers that disweek, with the help of the teacher, if needed. covered its structure? These are just a few Special Notes: Students will not receive of the questions answered in this course. Latin 1 credit through Latin Lab. A LatCome join us on this journey through the in Lab is also offered on Friday. Students universe! can retake this class each year. 8th grade Homework: Minimal students who need help with Latin should Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is sign up for the Friday Latin Lab. not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit.
After-School Latin Lab
Class Description: This class is sport specific for development of skills. Special Notes: These classes have separate sign-ups and meant for students who want to improve their skills in a particular sport. It does not fulfill PE graduation credit. 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.
AFTER-SCHOOL LABS
ELECTIVES SPECIFIC TO FLOWER MOUND CAMPUS
After-School Math Lab
Competitive Math Lab for Logic School
After School Labs are not meant to replace oneon-one tutoring.
Grades: 5-8 Class Description: After-School Math Lab is offered on Monday and Tuesday from 2:353:30pm. Students may sign up to attend 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 under teacher supervision. Special Notes: Students can retake this class each year.
Grades: 6-8 Class Description: This class prepares the students to participate in math competitions both within the course and outside of the class. School Competitions for grades 6th-8th start in November with Regional and State competitions in the Spring. Other competitions are available. Homework: Does not add to the homework load. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit.
Family and Consumer Science
Grades: 5-8 Class Description: Family and Consumer Science is the new name for the traditional Home Economics class. Students in this class will learn the basic skills of running and maintaining a 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 and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school credit.
Girl’s Bible Study
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Grades: 7-8 Class Description: Let’s have some girl time! 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 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 and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. Special Notes: Curriculum will include several books geared toward teen girls. A list of books will be provided for purchase on the Friday book list.
Boy’s Bible Study
Grades: 6-8 Class Description: 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 Biblical tenets of becoming a man of God. The format of the study will be group discussion, question and answer as well as special guest speakers. Homework: The class will require some outside reading. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. Special Notes: Curriculum will include several books geared toward teen boys. A list of books will be provided for purchase on the Friday book list.
GRAD REQUIREMENTS Latin I for New CDA
Students, 8th and Above
Grades: 8-12 Class Description: 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 Class Description: This course is offered to new CDA students 10th grade and above who need the Logic graduation requirement. Students will study excellent argument makers like Shakespeare, Bacon, etc. 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.
Graduation Requirements for All CDA students Math
History
N E W ST U DEN TS
CDA WELCOMES NEW STUDENTS EVERY YEAR! 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: https://issuu.com/coramdeoacademy/docs/ kline.ftd.v3.i6
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
Algebra I
Geometry
Advanced Algebra
Trigonometry
AP Calculus & Lab#+* (DC)
Trig (Core)/Pre-Calc Lab*
Integrated Math#+* (DC)
AP World History
AP European History
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
Physics (DC, Core Day) & Physics Lab#+*
AP Environmental Science (APES)
Physics
Labs
N/A
Biology Lab*
Chemistry Lab*
AP Chem/APES Lab (Core Day)
Physics Lab (Core Day)
Special
N/A
Logic
Theology I Christ, Creed & Calling
AP English Language
Theology II Apologetics and the Christian Life
Latin II Honors
Honors Latin III
AP Latin*
Spanish I Honors
Spanish II Honors
Spanish 3H/4H*
Language
Legend
Latin I
(DC) Dual Credit
#Not required for graduation
Classical Rhetoric
+Not included in the core tuition
UPDATED 10/16/2018
*Friday course
Rhetoric School new hours for 2019-20 school year will be 8am-3:30 Monday-Thursday.
schedule
Rhetoric School Period
0
7:00 - 7:55a
Period
0
7:00 - 7:55a
1 1 Chemistry Lab
8:00 - 9:30a
8:00 - 9:30a 10th
2 2 Chemistry Lab
9:35 - 11:05a 9:35 - 11:05a 10th
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11:10-11:55a
4
12:25 - 1:55p
9th 10th
9 - 12th
9 - 12th
Advanced Computer Programming 7 - 12th
Latin I ElectusLatin Vox I Writer’s Intro Biology Electus Vox Advanced Writer’s Advanced (NewLab (Select Choir) Workshop (New (Select Choir) Art Workshop Computer Art Students) Programming Students)
8 - 12th 9th
Biology Chemistry Test Prep Biology Lab Lab Lab
9th 10th
Worship Band
9 - 12th 9th
8 - 12th 8 - 12th
8 - 12th 8 - 12th
Bellus Vox Guitar Test Prep Bellus Vox (Choir II) Ensemble (Choir II)
7 - 12th 9 - 12th
8 - 12th 7 - 12th
10 - 12th 8 - 12th
7 - 10 12th - 12th
Visual Yearbook Guitar Visual Art Ensemble Art
9 - 12th 8 - 12th
9 - 12th 9 - 12th
Applied Advanced Theology Computer Programming 9 - 12th 7 - 12th
Applied Theology 9 - 12th
Greek DC Physics Intro Greek I, II, III Computer I, II, III Programming 7 - 12th 7 - 12th
12th 7 - 12th
Theater I Pre-Calculus DC Physics Theater I
9 - 12th 12th
Women in Logic Intermediate Yearbook Intermediate Logic Band Ministry (New Band (New Students) Students)
10 - 12th 9 - 12th
6 - 10th 10 - 12th
9 - 12th 6 - 10th
11th 9 - 12th
Health & LC Pre-Calculus Wellness
9 - 12th 11th
Women in Drill Team Ministry
9 - 12th
Health & Wellness
LC
9 - 12th LC
9 - 12th
Drill Team
LC
9 - 12th
3House Meetings Wallace, Homer, Lewis, Wright House- Meetings - Wallace, Homer, Lewis, Wright
• Biology and Chemistry Friday Labs are required. Labs are offered 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th periods (no additional cost for these labs.)
Lunch 11:55-12:25 Lunch 11:55-12:25
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Chemistry Lab
12:25 10th- 1:55p
5 5
2:00 - 3:30p 10th
Biology Chemistry Lab Lab
9th 10th Biology Chemistry Lab Lab
9th 10th
Latin I Biology (NewLab Students) 8 - 12th 9th AP Latin Biology Lab
11 - 12th 9th
Spanish Latin I III, IV (New Students) 11 - 12th 8 - 12th Family AP & Latin Consumer Science
9 - 12th 11 - 12th
Spanish III, IV
Visual Art
11 - 12th
9 - 12th
Family & Advanced Art Consumer Science
9 - 12th
10 - 12th
Visual Art
Philosophy
9 - 12th
9 - 12th
AAdvanced HISP AArt T RT on ORY Se M/
W e Des Cours crip e tion 10 - 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 midyear 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 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.
11:10-11:55a
Chemistry Lab
2:00 - 3:30p
Biology Chemistry Lab Lab
Worship Band
Important Information
Symphonic & Geometry Philosophy Speech Symphonic Speech & Band Debate Algebra II Band Debate Trigonometry Workshop 9 - 12th 9 - 12th
9 - 12th 9 - 12th
9 - 11th 9 - 12th
Geometry LC Algebra II Trigonometry Workshop
LC
• 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.
9 - 11th
Jazz Classical Band Theater Training LC APT Training Classical Jazz IIBand Pre-Calculus Theater II APTPre-Calculus AP (Full Christian Year) (10 Max.) Christian (Full Year) (10 Max.) A HIS RT Theology Theology T O on R See M/W Y Des Cours crip e t 9 - 12th 10 - 12th 11th 7 - 12th 9 - 12th ion 9 - 12th 10 - 12th 11th 7 - 12th 9 - 12th
LC
• To be connected with the instructor of the class, Email flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org to request more information.
Art I: Visual Arts
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: 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 a fine arts credit.
Advanced Art:
Design, Color Theory and Drawing
Grades: 10-12 Class Description: 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,
Looking across time and across the globe, 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 Field Trips: Four-Five trips to area museums. Grading Scale and Credit: This AP course is optional. AP Art History Affects GPA. A 1.08 multiplier is applied to all AP Grades: 10-12 Class Description: If it’s true that a picture is worth courses at the end of the school year. Students must a thousand words, studying art history is remarkable pass any AP or honors course with a yearly average in its immediate access to deeper levels of learning. of 70 or better for a grade multiplier to be applied. expressing creativity through problem solving and concept development. Homework: 60 minutes of outside class work. Prerequisites: Art I: Visual Art Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Counts towards graduation as a fine arts credit. Special Note: Optional particiapation 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.
Special Notes: • This is not a studio art class and art experience is not required. Non-artists and artists both excel in APAH. • By May 2020, 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. • Class will be held on Monday and Wednesday from 8-10am. MW students need to contact Mrs. Dwyer for schedule options. Students taking AP Art History are eligible for May 2020 Europe Trip.
Bellus Vox (Choir II)
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Grades: 7-12 audition required Class Description: Bellus Vox (Choir II) is open
to 7th graders and above. This auditioned 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 Electus Vox (Select Choir)! Homework: Weekly practice to learn the repertoire. Limited extra rehearsals to prepare for concerts. Possible competition dates. Performance Expectations: Fall Concert, Spring Concert, graduation (other opportunities for competitions are available). 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: Students should bring to class: a black 1” three ring binder, single subject notebook, pencil, and water bottle. Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band and Electus Vox)
Electus Vox (Select Choir)
Grades: 8-12, audition required Class Description: Electus Vox (Select Choir) 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 music 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: Fall 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: ESN for students in the logic school grades. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. For rhetoric school students only: class counts for Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: Concert attire is required (same as Symphonic Band). Supplies needed are a 1” black three ring binder, a single subject notebook, pencil, and water bottle.
Worship Band
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: The 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 a Fine Arts or Language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Notes: This is a new class that will be offered at 7:00am, which is the perfect time to learn how to praise God and lead others to as well! You will need a black 3-ring binder to store your charts, a pencil, water and whatever instrument you are going to play.
Intermediate Band
Grades: 6-10 Class Description: 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!
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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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: 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 Class Description: 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 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. Weekly 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades. Special Notes: 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.
Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a Fine Arts 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.
Theater I
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: Like to perform? Great at hamming it up? This theater class will take you there and be-
Jazz Band
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: This performance-based class explores jazz. The students need to be responsible, self-motivated, 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 two-day workshop and concert. Specific concert attire is required and is the same as Symphonic Band.
yond! 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 II class if necessary. Homework: 1 hour each week for homework. Requirements: For first-year theater students with no or very little experience. Incoming ninth graders with previous experience can
take this class or audition for Theater II with theater teacher recommendation. Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: All students are cast in the spring 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 a Fine Arts credit. Special Notes: Students are required to supply personal props and pay for their own supply/costume rental ($70 fee). Students can retake this class every year.
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 in the fall and scheduling of the spring shows. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade.
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Theater II
Grades: 10-12, Audition required on Dec. 14th Class Description: 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 25 students. This class enters and performs in the TAPPS One-Act Play contest in the fall and does an additional spring show or musical 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 by December 14, 2018, for the fall class in 2019. Please see instructor for details. All who audition will be informed about your spot for the fall class by January 1, 2019, 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
Grading criteria is 50% for participation and 50% on performance. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as a Fine Arts credit. Students must participate in the full-year course for graduation credit to be met. Special Notes: 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.
Speech and Debate
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: Improve your public speak-
ing skills and join the competitive speech team at Coram Deo Academy! Learn the art of argumentation and how to win with grace and skill, whether you are competing in the final round of a tournament or talking Dad into using the car for an evening with friends. This Friday elective makes you better in every arena. Homework: Research for speeches and debates, outlining, writing, and practicing speeches, article research and download/printing for the team’s electronic files. One hour of homework is expected each week minimum; more is required if students compete. Requirements/Prerequisites: Observation at one speech tournament and competition in one tournament are mandatory. Tournaments are usually 1-1½ days on Friday night and Saturday. Students are asked to judge Logic School speech tournament in the spring. Number of Performances/Weekend Obligations: Two weekends (August-January) will fulfill the mandatory tournament attendance requirement. Students may participate in as many regular season tournaments as are offered and may qualify for state and national tournaments if they choose to participate beyond the requirements. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Grading criteria is 40% for performances at competitions, 30% for class work, and 30% for projects. Affects GPA. This course counts toward graduation as a Fine Arts credit. Students must participate in the full-year course for graduation credit to be met. Credit is not given for being in one semester of the course and is discouraged. Special Note: Supplies and Technology needed include laptop with internet access is helpful but not necessary. Dress clothes (suit, tie and dress shoes) are required for tournament participation. Students can retake this class each year.
Guitar Ensemble
Grades: 8-12 Class Description: 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 Fine Arts credit, appears on the transcript and affects GPA. Number grade for students in the rhetoric school grades.
Yearbook
Grades: 9-12, Interview required on Dec. 14th Class Description: Students will learn about journalism, photography and time management. They will enjoy meeting people from all grade levels and learn the importance of professionalism while performing their duties and in the creation of the school’s yearbook. Homework: One to three hours per quarter outside of class for page design work or
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photography. Homework time varies for students based upon event being photographed or pages assigned. Students have free admission to games and events if they are working the event. Requirements/Prerequisites: Students will be expected to develop and use skills that will allow them to interview a variety of CDA students, teachers, and coaches. Students need to sign up for an interview on December 14th, 2018. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. This course counts towards graduation as a Fine Arts credit. Special Note: Check your email for interview sign-up link. Students can retake this class each year.
LANGUAGE ELECTIVES AP Latin
Grades: 11-12 Class Description: 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: Latin III. 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.
Spanish III/IV Honors
Grades: 11-12 Class Description: 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. By participating in conversations in Spanish the students will read phrases they have heard in English and compare and contrast them when spoken in Spanish. 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: Spanish I and II. 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 for a grade multiplier to be applied.
ELECTIVES SPECIFIC TO FLOWER MOUND CAMPUS Applied Theology
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: What has Athens to do with Jerusalem? Is it that simple? Is the Christian stance on pop culture limited to avoidance or ambivalence? In Applied Theology, the students will develop a Christian 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 a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
Classical Christian Theology
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: Why do we believe what we believe? Have Christians always believed what we believe? Ancient Christian Theology will explore the development of doctrine in the earliest centuries of Christianity. The
student will read selections from several 2nd, 3rd, and 4th century Christian authors and lead/participate in class discussions over the readings. We will come away from our time together with a new appreciation for the antiquity of our faith, and new tools for building up the body of Christ. Homework: Reading and presentations Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation. This course does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
Philosophy
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: Philosophy asks the most basic questions about life: What is the nature of reality? How do we know what we know? What is good? What is beauty? Philosophy class will survey the answers to these questions that have been asked over the centuries. Special attention will be given to how philosophy informs and is informed by theology.
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Homework: Approximately 30 minutes during the week. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. Course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
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 60-90 minutes during the week. Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I Ancient Greek I Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Grades: 7-12 Class Description: Ancient Greek I will equip does not count as a fine arts or language students to begin reading the Ancient Greek credit toward graduation, does not affect the language known throughout the Greek and GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Roman empires in the centuries leading up to and following the birth of Jesus. Through Ancient Greek III studying the alphabet, sentence structure, Grades: 9-12 culture, and common nouns and verbs of Class Description: Students will continue Koine (common language) Greek, students to explore the finer points of Greek gramwill take a significant “first step” towards mar as well as continue to build their Greek reading our New Testament in its original vocabulary. Much of the year is spent carelanguage. By the end of the year, students fully reading through our Greek New Testawill be able to read select passages from the ment, translating passages, and discussing New Testament and will display mastery of the theological significance of the Greek text. 200 of the most frequently occurring words. Greek I, II, and III are taught together in the Greek I, II, and III are taught together in the same room. As students progress, they will same room. As students progress, they will display their mastery by occasionally teachdisplay their mastery by occasionally teach- ing concepts to younger students. ing concepts to younger students. Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes Homework: Approximately 60-90 minutes during the week. during the week. Prerequisites: Ancient Greek I and II Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
Ancient Greek II
Grades: 8-12 Class Description: 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
Test Prep
Grades: 9-12, FALL ONLY Recommended for 11th grade Class Description: A College Prep Genius representative teaches this “Master the SAT” class. This course gives students the tools needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Students learn the logical patterns behind standardized test questions and necessary strategies that help raise test scores. It is open to 9th-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 a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript. Special Note: Students can retake this class.
Writer’s Workshop
Grades: 9-12 Description: The purpose of the Writer’s Workshop is to assist rhetoric school students’ 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 a fine arts 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
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: 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 a Fine Arts 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.
Advanced Computer Programming
Grades: 7-12. Interview required. Class Description: This course will build on the basics learned in Intro to Computer Grades: 7-12 Class Description: Minecraft, Angry Birds, Pin- Programming and reviews basic programming terest, 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
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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 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 an interview. Email flowermound@coramdeoacademy.org to request more information. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a Fine Arts 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.
College Tour 9
Family and Consumer Science
Grades: 9 Date: April 14, 2019 Cost: Bus and meals Description: Due to the large number of students interested in visiting colleges, the original college tour has become too big causing CDA to turn students away from a great experience. A new trip is being planned for 9th graders only. Mrs. Dwyer and Mrs. Schaefer will be taking different tours in the area. The two trips will strive to give the students a look at private and public colleges. We will leave in the morning and return in the afternoon or early evening. By signing up for this, you are letting us know you are interested. Since this is a new offering, please allow us a few more weeks to plan this trip for next year and send you the information later. If we confirm dates and cost by the January re-enrollment date, we will post the details. If not, once we post the details, you will have the opportunity to withdraw until a determined date which will also be posted. Thank you for this time given in order to plan this trip well.
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: Family and Consumer Science is the new name for the traditional Home Economics class. Students in this class will learn the basic skills of running and maintaining a 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. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. Course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
Women in Ministry
Grades: 9-12 Class Description: This course is designed to introduce the concept of ministry and explore the unique ways women should approach ministry in the church, the home, the workplace, at school, in our neighborhoods, and city. Students will interact with the biblical text to understand the call Jesus gives the disciples when he tells them to spread the gospel and read extra biblical sources to develop a holistic view and understanding of ministry in the world today. Students will interact with women doing the everyday work of ministry in a variety of roles that are each unique and necessary. Homework: Minimal, completion of class assignments at home. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. This course does not count as a fine arts or language credit toward graduation, does not affect the GPA, but will be included on the transcript.
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College Tour 10 (Core Options)
Grades: 10 Date: March 24-26, 2020 (Tentative dates) Size: 36 Boys, 36 Girls Description: SPRING ONLY. 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. It is a fast-paced, amazing
event that takes 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. For our 2020 tour, we will be heading south 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: $250 (includes transportation, hotel, and all meals) Special Note: We will be leaving on Tuesday afternoon, after school, and returning on Thursday night. Each bus will be made up of a single gender. Colleges do not confirm visit details until January, so the tour details are subject to change.
College Tour 11 (Core Options)
Grades: 11 Date: (TBD) Cost: Transportation, meals and lodging Description: CDA students in their junior year need to be serious in their college search. For those interested in a Christian Liberal Arts college experience, CDA may offer a college tour to a more selective college that fits our student’s needs. Details will be sent out each year with cost. No sign up is needed during re-enrollment.
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 one’s competitors.
RS Physical Education: Health & Wellness
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Grades: 9-12 Class Description: 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. 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. Special Note: This class is scheduled for Friday, 1st period. 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.
After School, APT
(Athletic Performance Training)
Fall – APT Basketball Fall - APT Soccer Winter- APT Strength & Speed Conditioning Spring – APT Volleyball Grades: 7-12. FRIDAY Class Description: This is an intensive devel- Grades: 7-12 Athletes Class Description: These options are sportopment program for 7th – 12th grade athspecific for development of skills. letes. This program will focus specifically on Special Note: These classes have separate the enhancing sports performance through sign-ups and are meant for students who physical training. want to improve their skills in a particular Requirements: Must have a physical. sport. It does not fulfill PE graduation credit. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected. Logic school students cannot receive rhetoric school PE credit for the purpose of graduation credit until they enter the 9th-12th grades. Special Note: This class is scheduled for Friday 5th period. Students should expect to 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.
APT: Speed, Strength,
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
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Grades: 9-12 Description: Rhetoric School Yell Leaders will consist of two teams, varsity and junior varsity. Team placement will be determined through evaluation of both skill level and performance ability. Performance is dependent upon knowledge of all material and stunting skill proficiency. No prior experience is required. Teams will be determined before the uniform order is placed in late March. Cheer camp is required for varsity team members and is optional for junior varsity team members. One full athletic/ PE credit will be earned by cheering through fall and winter seasons. The athletic fee covers two seasons of team sport participation. This includes participation in both Fall and Winter
cheer seasons or Fall OR Winter cheer seasons and one other NON-CONCURRENT CDA fall or winter sport. The athletic fee cannot be transferred to a spring sport because they are not affected by the cheer season. 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. Practice schedules and cost will be found online within the registration when you reenroll. 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 Description: Logic School Yell Leaders will consist of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. No prior experience is required. Additionally, if a Yell leader desires only cheer for one season of Yell and participate in a different sport in the fall or winter, the athletic fee will trans-
fer to the other sport. The athletic fee covers two seasons of team sport participation (both cheer seasons or cheer and one other CDA sport). 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 for the custom uniform ordering process. Grading Scale and Credit: ESN. GPA is not affected by ESN grades. No rhetoric school athletic credit can be received by logic school students.
Lionettes Drill Team
Grades: 9-12 Description: The Lionettes Drill Team is a precision drill company with a primary mission of showcasing the Lionettes to glorify
God through the art of dance with breathtaking routines. Lionettes will learn commitment, respect, hard work, dedication, time management, achieve lifelong friendships, and finally, give excellence to CDA through elegance and grace. We perform at all home football games, pep rallies and go on to compete in the spring. Dance experience is a plus but not a requirement. The Lionettes rehearse 3 mornings a week before 1st period begins and on Fridays during 2nd period. Grading Scale and Credit: Outside PE credit with this program (club for credit). One year of this class can meet the CDA PE requirement needed for graduation. Athletic options are subject to change. Contact Doug Hix at doug.hix@coramdeoacademy.org for details.
• Spring semester for boys and girls. 1/2 credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement for students in 9th-12th. RS Physical Education: Health and Wellness Friday Class - Specifically for students who want their PE credit without participating on a sports team. Yell Leaders One Athletic credit is received for RS Yell
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ATHLETIC CREDIT
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 Athletic Performance Training (APT) After School Options are available- Sport Specific • Fall semester for boys and girls - No PE credit is given for this training. • Spring semester for boys and girls - No PE credit is given for this training. APT - Speed - Strength - Conditioning Friday Class: Development of Athletic Skills • Fall semester for boys and girls. 1/2 credit can be earned toward PE graduation requirement for students in 9th-12th.
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. No athletic credit can be received by Logic School students. Athletic options are subject to change. Contact Doug Hix at doug.hix@coramdeoacademy.org for details.
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.
Chemistry Lab
RHETORIC SCHOOL SCIENCE LABS It is important to select a biology or chemistry lab early in the elective season to secure a seat in the period that best allows you to select other desired electives. Science labs are required to fulfill the course requirements of the following classes.
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Biology Lab
Grades: 9 Class Description: 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 Monday-Thursday; 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 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.
Grades: 10 Class Description: The Friday chemistry lab is for students who are concurrently enrolled in the chemistry lecture class. Students do not need to register for their chemistry class Monday-Thursday, but they must register for their chemistry lab period on Friday. Students will experience chemistry in a meaningful and hands-on manner. Students learn and observe proper lab safety techniques in addition to seeing the chemistry concepts from the lecture class in action. Come prepared to see God’s amazing handiwork through the world of chemistry! Grading Scale and Credit: Chemistry lab is not a separate grade. The lab grade is combined with the chemistry 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. In the 11th grade, students will select a PREFERENCE between two science lab courses. Both courses are Advanced Placement and have the grade multiplier of 1.08. By signing up in January and February, students are only indicating a preference for which course they desire to take. Final placement in the classes depends upon grades and an interview with the teachers. The interviews will occur at the end of the third quarter of their sophomore year.
AP Environmental Science
Grade: 11- MW and TTH classes Class Description: AP Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary academic field that
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. Homework: In-class assignments, quizzes, tests, projects and notebooks. Students sign up indicating their preference. GPA and interviews will be used to determine which 11th grade science class is best for each student. 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 Environmental Science will show up on the student’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.
AP Chemistry Class
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 show up on the transcript.
AP, DUAL CREDIT, AND GRADE LEVEL CHOICES FOR 10TH-12TH GRADE 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.
World History Grade: 11- MW only Class Description: AP Chemistry is an inquiry- Grade: 10 based instructional class that challenges Class Description: This course covers world students to incorporate higher level chemistry 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.
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Affects GPA. World History will show up on the an interesting and challenging class. Requirements: 10th grade core subjects must student’s transcript. be taken prior to enrolling in this class. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. AP World History Affects GPA. Classical Rhetoric will show up Grade: 10 Class Description: This course covers world on the student’s transcript. history from approximately 500 BC to the present, with emphasis on areas outside AP English Language Europe and North America that are covered in & Composition later classes. This is an accelerated Advanced Grade: 11 Placement (AP) course, reflecting the high level Class Description: This class is primarily for of work completed. Students will be expected students who are considering taking the to apply a higher level of critical thinking and AP English Language and Composition test comparative analysis to the course material. at the end of the year. Coram Deo Academy Students will have the opportunity, but are is committed to equipping their students to not required, to take the AP exam in the spring. enter society with the ethics and ability to Requirements: Approximately 120 minutes of persuade and influence. The student in this homework each day. class will learn to think thoroughly and clearly Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Af- about topics, presenting their arguments in fects GPA. AP World History will show up on written and oral form using classical rhetoric, the student’s transcript. Grade Multiplier of bringing their rhetoric into the modern world 1.08 calculated at end of the year. through their Christian worldview. Students will study different genre in combination with Classical Rhetoric their writing and speaking preparation. In Grade: 11 this class students write and deliver two Class Description: Classical Rhetoric, as 3-5 page papers per quarter, develop critical the culminating step in the trivium, is the thinking skills, learn how to make portfolios art of applying the means of persuasion in in lieu of midterm and final, learn how to do speech and writing, through eloquence and reason. All of us will encounter times when we need to write and speak well and persuasively in both our private and professional lives, and as Christians, this is even more imperative as we seek to bring the Word to our friends and neighbors in a winsome way. Classical Rhetoric fills that need. The class will use the three-fold method of theory, imitation, and practice using contemporary and historical models for a lifetime of application. This will be both
research in a database while developing an annotated bibliography, learn how to develop a wiki, and gain experience leading the class discussions. In their final paper, which is 6-8 pages, students can participate in a contest to develop a project for the house system that helps their community, using their rhetoric skills and Christian worldview. Students that want to take the AP Language test to test out of freshman English will enjoy this class, as will students who are ready for advanced work in writing and speaking. Requirements: This class is a challenge and requires more homework time than Classical Rhetoric. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP English Language and Composition will show up on the student’s transcript. Grade Multiplier of 1.08 calculated at end of the year.
European History
Grade: 11 Class Description: This course covers European history from 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: This course is not Advanced Placement (AP), the amount of reading per week and the number of chapters covered are less than the AP class. Because of the reduced content, students will not be recommended to take the AP exam in the spring. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. European History will show up on the student’s transcript.
AP European History
Grade: 11 Class Description: 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 facts. This course expects students to easily grasp concepts, names, events, dates, and their sequences. Requirements: Students will have the opportunity, but are not required, to take the AP exam in the spring. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. AP European History will show up on the student’s transcript. Grade Multiplier of 1.08 calculated at end of the year.
PHYSICS CHOICES FOR 12TH GRADE Students have a choice of Physics or 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
Grade: 12 Class Description: 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 two-hour period for this class which includes a lecture and lab. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Physics will show up on the student’s transcript. Requirements: Regular rhetoric school physics is required for students to graduate from CDA.
Dual Credit General Physics
Grade: 12 Class Description: 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 show up 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 students require Calculus-based Physics.
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RS MATH CHOICES Algebra, Geometry, and Advanced Algebra class enrollment does not need any action taken by the parents. Your student will be automatically enrolled. Trigonometry is the required 11th grade math 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 Pre-Calculus component, parents need to select the Friday Pre-Calculus class.
University and Advanced Placement. AP Calculus AB includes topics in both Integral Grades: 11 and Differential Calculus. Students taking Class Description: Pre-Calculus is designed AP Calculus AB can enroll in the Personal to offer students a more in-depth treatment Finance component of Integrated Math for of advanced topics in preparation for Cal- the spring semester. culus. Students will attend Trigonometry on Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. core days, but students taking the additional Affects GPA. AP Calculus AB will show up on Friday lab will have Pre-Calculus rather than the student’s transcript. Trigonometry Requirement: Students must have completed designated math courses through Pre-Calculus. on their transcript. This Integrated Math lab is required Grades: 12 for students Class Description: Integrated Math (IM) is who plan to composed of two different courses. The fall take Calculus semester until January is College Algebra. in their seDual Credit can be obtained for College Alnior year. We gebra. The spring semester beginning usualwill study adly about the middle of January is Personal Fivanced topics nance for rhetoric school students. Calculus in Algebra, add depth to topics studied in students can enroll in the spring semester of Trigonometry and make sure students are IM (Personal Finance) for a prorated charge. well-prepared for AP or Dual Credit Calculus Students may drop IM after College Algebra the following year. and receive 1/2 credit of IM but 1 full credHomework: In-class assignments, weekly it of DC College Algebra through Colorado homework, and quizzes. Christian University. CDA recommends the Requirements/Prerequisites: Student must personal finance portion of IM to all seniors. be taking Trigonometry simultaneously. Grading Scale and Credit: Number grade. AfGrading scale and Credit: Number grade. Affects GPA. Integrated Math will show up on fects GPA. Pre-Calculus will show up on the the student’s transcript. College Algebra will student’s transcript instead of Trigonometry. be on the Colorado Christian University tranThe student’s Trigonometry grade is factored script. into their Pre-Calculus grade. Requirements: Students must have completSpecial Note: This lab is required for stued math courses through Trigonometry. dents who plan to take Calculus during their senior year.
Pre-Calculus
No-Math Option
In the 12th grade, students have three math choices.
AP Calculus AB
Grade: 12 Class Description: Class Description: The class is Dual Credit through Colorado Christian
for Seniors
If a student has taken Algebra 1, Geometry, Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry, they have completed their graduation requirements for CDA. CDA recommends seniors take one of the two senior math courses.
CORE OPTIONS
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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. Classes will be cancelled if the minimum enrollment is not reached. See the chart below for the core course options. 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. GRADE
CLASS
DAYS
GRADE MULTIPLIER
9
Latin II Honors
M/W and T/Th
1.04
9
Spanish I Honors
M/W and T/Th
1.04
10
Latin III Honors
M/W and T/Th
1.04
10
Spanish II Honors
M/W and T/Th
1.04
10
AP World History
M/W and T/Th
1.08
10
World History
M/W and T/Th
none
10, 11, 12
AP Art History
M/W only
1.08
11, 12
AP Latin
Friday only
1.08
11
AP English Literature and Composition
M/W and T/Th
1.08
11
AP Environmental Science
M/W and T/Th
1.08
11
AP Chemistry
M/W only
1.08
11
AP English Language and Composition
M/W and T/Th
1.08
11
Classical Rhetoric
M/W and T/Th
none
11
AP European History
M/W and T/Th
1.08
11
European History
M/W and T/Th
none
11
Pre-Calculus*
Friday Lab**
none
12
Integrated Math*,**
M/W and T/Th
none
12
Dual Credit Physics*
M/W/F and T/Th/F
1.08
12
AP Calculus*
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 – no other class option approved.
**If you know the college your student plans to attend, check with the college on all Dual Credit courses for the most accurate information regarding what the particular college will accept. 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. DUAL CREDIT INFORMATION Dual Credit is currently offered for Dual Credit College Algebra, Dual Credit College Physics, American Literature, AP Calculus and AP U.S. 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. Dual Credit College Physics (with Friday lab) is equal to 10 hours of college credit. First and Second Semester. 12th grade U.S. History is equal to three hours of college credit per semester. First and Second 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 Calculus is equal to four hours of college credit. Calculus is yearlong course for CDA students. Students have the choice of signing up for dual credit in the fall or in the spring. 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 81%. The Texas passage rate average is 50.5% for the same period and the national passage rate is 60.8%. Students are required to take three 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.
HOUSE SYSTEM FOR RHETORIC SCHOOL STUDENTS House meetings and chapels for rhetoric school students are scheduled for 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, chapels, intramurals, pep rallies, debates and video productions are part of the house system. Officers are elected in the spring by their peers.
Competitive Clubs Specific to 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 “By Appointment” tab.
ROBOTICS
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.
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 2019-20. 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 2019-20 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, etc.). 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 2019 athletic offering, please click on Spring Registrations for CURRENT YEAR ONLY.
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.
*Drop fee is charged for electives that are dropped without another elective added.
DATES
(PRIOR TO THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR)
DROP/CHANGE FEE*
REFUND POLICY
Priority Elective Registration January 1 – 31
No charge
Full refund
February 1 – 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
Change fees are charged when one elective is replaced with another elective.
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 Art Through Winning Illustrations Art Through the Ages Bienvenidos: Welcome to Spanish Great Books for Grammar School Hands-on Science: Botany Music Physical Education Theater Grammar After School Electives tab: Reading Lab
Logic Friday Electives tab: Choir 1 Choir 2 Select Choir Beginning Band Intermediate Band Guitar Ensemble Guitar Class Great Books Discussion LS Theater 1 LS Theater 2 Speech Greek I, II, III Art Scientific Explorations Spanish Strategia Friday Math Lab Friday Latin Lab Friday Learning Center Introduction to Computer Programming Advanced Computer Programming Health and Fitness APT Speed Strength Conditioning Philosophy for Logic School Writer’s Workshop Family and Consumer Science Astronomy Math Completion S.T.E.A.M. Girl’s Bible Study Boy’s Bible Study Core tab: Latin I for New Students in 8th-12th grade Logic After School Electives tab: Latin Lab Math Lab
Where’s my Rhetoric School Elective? MOST electives are easily found under the Friday tab, as highlighted above. Core Options tab: AP Art History Latin II, III Spanish I, II AP World History World History AP European History European History AP English Language and Composition Classical Rhetoric AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Calculus Integrated Math College Tours: 9, 10 and 11 Core - No Grade tab: Learning Center By Appointment tab: Sign up your student to express interest in an existing club.
Friday Electives tab: Dual Credit Physics Lab Bellus Vox (Choir II) Electus Vox (Select Choir) Intermediate Band Symphonic Band Jazz Band Guitar Ensemble Speech and Debate Theater I Theater II Visual Art Advanced Art Intro to Computer Programming Adv. Computer Programming Yearbook Greek, I, II, III Writer’s Workshop Geometry, Adv. Algebra & Trig Workshop Friday Learning Center Fall Test Prep (10-11th) Worship Band Family and Consumer Science Women in Ministry Applied Theology Classical Christian Theology Philosophy Physical Education-Health & Wellness APT Speed Strength Conditioning House Waiver Opt Out: All students are automatically placed in their House unless they opt out. Core tab: Biology Lab Chemistry Lab Friday Logic Friday Latin I AP Latin Honors Spanish III/IV Pre-Calculus Lab
GS Student
GS Student
Period
Period
8:15 - 9:45
8:15 - 9:45
Period
Period
9:45 - 11:15
9:45 - 11:15
Period
Period
11:45 - 1:15
11:45 - 1:15
Period
Period
1:15 - 2:45
1:15 - 2:45
LS or RS Student
LS or RS Student
Period
0
Period
7:00 - 7:55a
1
7:00 - 7:55a
8:00 - 9:30a
8:00 - 9:30a
9:35 - 11:05a
9:35 - 11:05a
1 2 3
FR IDAY S CHEDU LING WOR K SHEET
4
2 3
1 2 3 4
0
1 2 3
11:10-11:55a
11:10-11:55a
12:25 - 1:55p
4
12:25 - 1:55p
2:00 - 3:30p
2:00 - 3:30p
5
Please note: 3rd period is 90 minutes for Grammar School. 3rd period is 45 minutes for Logic and Rhetoric School.
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5
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