Our High School Math courses are designed to focus on what students need to know, understand, and perform in each grade level in order to move on to the next level. Courses are designed to engage students through a variety of interactive and multimedia resources, such as videos, animations, and simulations that help students understand and retain the information. Courses allow students to apply what they have learned and receive immediate feedback on their performance to identify areas where they may need additional support. Our math courses aim to help students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to use technology effectively in mathematical problem-solving. Built-in support tools are offered in every course to help students break down the material whenever and wherever they might need help.

Algebra I builds students' command of linear, quadratic, and exponential relationships. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include problem-solving with basic equations and formulas; an introduction to functions and problem-solving; linear equations and systems of linear equations; exponents and exponential functions; sequences and functions; descriptive statistics; polynomials and factoring; quadratic equations and functions; and function transformations and inverses. This course supports students as they develop computational fluency, deepen conceptual understanding, and apply Common Core's mathematical practice skills. Students discover new concepts through guided instruction and confirm their understanding in an interactive, feedback-rich environment.

Algebra II introduces students to advanced functions, with a focus on developing a strong conceptual grasp of the expressions that define them. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include quadratic equations; polynomial functions; rational expressions and equations; radical expressions and equations; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric identities and functions; modeling with functions; probability and inferential statistics; probability distributions; and sample distributions and confidence intervals.

Honors Algebra 1 builds a deep understanding of linear, quadratic, and exponential relationships. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include an introduction to functions and problem solving, measurement; problem solving with basic equations and formulas, linear equations and systems of linear equations, exponents and exponential functions, sequences and functions, descriptive statistics, polynomials and factoring, quadratic equations and functions, and function transformations and inverses.

Honors Algebra 2 introduces students to advanced functions, with a focus on developing a strong conceptual grasp of the expressions that define them. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include quadratic equations, polynomial functions, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions, and equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric identities and functions, modeling with functions, probability and inferential statistics, probability distributions, and sample distributions and confidence intervals.

Precalculus is a course that combines reviews of algebra, geometry and functions into a preparatory course for calculus. The course focuses on the mastery of critical skills and exposure to new skills necessary for success in subsequent math courses. The first semester includes linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, radical, polynomial, and rational functions; systems of equations; and conic sections. The second semester covers trigonometric ratios and functions; inverse trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometry, including vectors and laws of cosine and sine; polar functions and notation; and arithmetic of complex numbers.

In AP Calculus AB, students learn to understand change geometrically and visually (by studying graphs of curves), analytically (by studying and working with mathematical formulas), numerically (by seeing patterns in sets of numbers), and verbally. Instead of simply getting the right answer, students learn to evaluate the soundness of proposed solutions and to apply mathematical reasoning to real-world models. Calculus helps scientists, engineers, and financial analysts understand the complex relationships behind real-world phenomena. The equivalent of an introductory college-level calculus course, AP Calculus AB prepares students for the AP exam and further studies in science, engineering, and mathematics.

As you dive into this interactive online calculus course, you will follow in the footsteps of great mathematicians like Newton and Leibniz. This adventure covers many topics, including limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, differential equations, the applications of derivatives and integrals, parametric and polar equations, and infinite sequences and series, including Taylor, Maclaurin, and power series. This Advanced Placement (AP) calculus course covers a full year of material equivalent to college-level calculus. Students who complete this course often seek to earn college credit or advanced placement. Colleges and universities generally assign students to appropriate calculus courses based on their preparation, which is often evaluated through AP exam results or other criteria.

AP Statistics is a two-semester course that gives students hands-on experience collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting real-world data. They will learn to effectively design and analyze research studies by reviewing and evaluating real research examples taken from daily life. The next time they hear the results of a poll or study, they will know whether the results are valid. As the art of concluding imperfect data and the science of real-world uncertainties, statistics plays an important role in many fields. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP Statistics prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science, geography, or business.

This course focuses on the mathematics involved in making wise consumer decisions. Students explore the many ways in which mathematics affects their daily lives. The first semester will cover paychecks and wages, taxes, insurance, budgets, bank accounts, credit cards, interest calculations, and comparison shopping. Second-semester topics include vehicle and home purchasing, investing, and business and employee management.

Geometry builds upon students' command of geometric relationships and formulating mathematical arguments. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include reasoning, proof, and the creation of sound mathematical arguments; points, lines, and angles; triangles and trigonometry; quadrilaterals and other polygons; circles; congruence, similarity, transformations, and constructions; coordinate geometry; three-dimensional solids; and applications of probability.

Honors Geometry builds upon students' command of geometric relationships and formulating mathematical arguments. Students learn through discovery and application, developing the skills they need to break down complex challenges and demonstrate their knowledge in new situations. Course topics include reasoning, proof, and the creation of sound mathematical arguments; points, lines, and angles; triangles and trigonometry; quadrilaterals and other polygons; circles; congruence, similarity, transformations, and constructions; coordinate geometry; three-dimensional solids; and applications of probability.

Committed to helping foster an equitable learning environment, our High School English/Language Arts courses are designed to captivate with an unparalleled selection of culturally diverse literature, elevate with instruction tailored to specific learning needs, and provide flexibility to create the ideal classroom experience for our students. Literature is infused with the multimedia students crave. An unmatched selection of texts from culturally- and gender-diverse authors supported by award-winning multimedia gets every learner in the classroom excited to read, while simultaneously helping them access more challenging, canonical text. Scaffolding that tailors instruction to each students’ level of conceptual understanding and unique learning needs—from ELL to approaching to advanced. Literature, multimedia, and assignments can be accessed anywhere, anytime, from any device.

English 9 contains thematically related lessons in five domains: reading and the study of literature, reading informational text, writing, speaking and listening, and language study, which includes word knowledge and grammar skills. Topics are presented in ways that help young adolescents relate literacy skills to other aspects of their lives. Writing assignments include narrative, expository, and persuasive/argumentative modes and emphasize the use of details and reasoning to support ideas. Writing and informational text lessons guide students through the stages of research and demonstrate how to evaluate, integrate, and share the information gathered during research. Students are required to share their ideas and analysis using several different modes, including oral and multimedia presentations.

In English 10, students learn how to express their thoughts and feelings in writing. Emphasis is placed on the specific traits of the 6- Traits of Writing: Ideas, Organization, Voice, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, and Conventions. Students also review the 5-step writing process as they practice the skills of prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. Students are guided through the 5-step writing process for each of the major types of writing: expository, persuasive, expressive, research, and functional while broadening their reading experience with exposure to literature from around the world. Students are given vast exposure to a variety of reading samples and are encouraged to connect and relate to the various authors and cultures within the contexts of the passages and works.

English 11 is an American Literature course, with units organized chronologically according to periods in literary history. As students read foundational works of literature and other historical documents, they’ll review and extend skills in five domains: analyzing literature, analyzing informational text, writing, speaking and listening, and language study, which includes word knowledge and grammar skills. Writing modes addressed for the course include narrative, reflective, persuasive, and analytical modes. Assignments emphasize the use of details, evidence, and reasoning to support ideas; writing lessons include model essays that demonstrate key features of each mode. Students will also evaluate various modes and forms of language expression, including single media and multimedia messages. Writing and informational text lessons guide students through the stages of a rigorous research process and demonstrate how to evaluate, integrate, and share the information gathered during research. Students are required to share their ideas and analysis using several different modes, including oral and multimedia presentations.

In English 12, students examine major works of literature organized into thematic units. Each unit contains poetry, short stories, and a novel that revolves around the theme of the unit. Themes include the self, relationships, alienation, choice, and decisions. As students read these works, they have the opportunity to reflect on these important themes by writing in multiple modes and creating cross-disciplinary projects.

Honors English 9 is an integrated curriculum with challenging assignments aimed at preparing Honors-level students for advanced work in the study of literature and language arts. Each unit contains thematically related lessons in five domains: reading and the study of literature, reading informational text, writing, speaking and listening, and language study, which includes word knowledge and grammar skills. Assignments that are specific to the Honors level of this course ask students to apply advanced skills earlier in the course and more often than students in the regular version of English 9. For example, students move immediately beyond the identification of literary elements or aspects of informational text to the analysis of these components. Likewise, Honors students don’t simply recognize and describe rhetorical strategies—they also use these strategies to create specific effects. Some Honors assignments require students to go one step further in developing an assignment—for instance, writing an essay after generating ideas for the essay using the worksheet provided to students in the regular course. Clear and extensive guidelines are provided for each Honors assignment along with a detailed rubric for evaluation.

In Honors English 10, students broaden their reading experience with exposure to literature from around the world. Students are given vast exposure to a variety of reading samples, and are encouraged to connect and relate to the various authors and cultures within the contexts of the passages and works Reading strategies, literary elements, and new vocabulary and Latin roots are introduced. In addition, students are guided through an active reading process in preparation to prepare them for high-stakes testing which will assess their abilities to make inferences, comprehend, and analyze a variety of reading materials. Students are expected to respond to assigned reading materials in a variety of activities and manners. Students will be graded on their abilities to review, summarize, analyze, connect, and respond to reading materials. Additionally, students will practice important reading strategies such as determining the meaning of unfamiliar words. They will produce an independent vocabulary assignment as evidence of their familiarity with these strategies. Students are also expected to create original materials to grasp the complexity of the genres

Honors English 11 is an American Literature course, with units organized chronologically according to periods in literary history. As students read foundational works of literature and other historical documents, they’ll review and extend skills in five domains: analyzing literature, analyzing informational text, writing, speaking and listening, and language study, which includes word knowledge and grammar skills. Writing modes addressed for the course include narrative, reflective, persuasive, and analytical modes. Assignments emphasize the use of details, evidence, and reasoning to support ideas; writing lessons include model essays that demonstrate key features of each mode. Students will also evaluate various modes and forms of language expression, including single media and multimedia messages. Writing and informational text lessons guide students through the stages of a rigorous research process and demonstrate how to evaluate, integrate, and share the information gathered during research. Students are required to share their ideas and analysis using several different modes, including oral and multimedia presentations. Honors students in English 11 are expected to complete additional assignments throughout the course that build on the content provided. These assignments, like writing a children’s book, make these students go above and beyond the curriculum content in creativity and application.

In Honors English 12, students examine major works of literature organized into thematic units. Each unit contains poetry, short stories, and a novel that revolves around the theme of the unit. Themes include the self, relationships, alienation, choice, and death. As students read these works, they have the opportunity to reflect on these important themes by writing in multiple modes and creating cross-disciplinary projects. As an Honors course, emphasis will be placed on additional reading and writing project-based instruction. Students will integrate the 6-Traits of Writing (i.e., ideas and content, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions) into all of their writing.

AP English Language and Composition invites students to investigate rhetoric and its impact on culture through analysis of notable fiction and nonfiction texts, from pamphlets to speeches to personal essays. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP exam and further study in communications, creative writing, journalism, literature, and composition. Students explore a variety of textual forms, styles, and genres. By examining all texts through a rhetorical lens, students become skilled readers and analytical thinkers. Focusing specifically on language, purpose, and audience gives them a broad view of the effect of text and its cultural role. Students write expository and narrative texts to hone the effectiveness of their use of language, and they develop varied, informed arguments through research. Throughout the course, students are evaluated with assessments specifically designed to prepare them for the content, form, and depth of the AP Exam. AP English Language and Composition is recommended for 11th and 12th-grade students. This course fulfills 11th-grade English requirements.

AP English Literature and Composition immerses students in novels, plays, poems, and short stories from various periods. Students will read and write daily, using a variety of multimedia and interactive activities, interpretive writing assignments, and class discussions to assess and improve their skills and knowledge. The course places special emphasis on reading comprehension, structural and critical analysis of written works, literary vocabulary, and recognizing and understanding literary devices. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP exam and further study in creative writing, communications, journalism, literature, and composition. This course fulfills 12th-grade English requirements.

Students engage in action-packed journeys to make sense of phenomena all year long in our High School Science courses. By following real-world storylines with an intentional sequencing of activities, students are motivated to ask important questions, plan investigations, use evidence-based reasoning to support their claims and solve problems. Our program provides students with immersive, interactive, and creative ways to explore through activities and labs, virtual interactives, literacy lessons, and STEM projects. These three-dimensional learning experiences deepen student understanding by giving them more opportunities to do science. Exclusive, original, and highly engaging content makes our science curriculum exciting and relevant for all students. Vetted by curriculum experts and differentiated by grade level, the phenomena and content mirror the interests of students and help them make lasting connections between science, the classroom, and their everyday lives.

Whether you plan on pursuing a career in health sciences or simply looking to understand how the human body works, you’ll first need to understand the relationship between anatomy and physiology. Learn how to read your body’s story through understanding cell structure and its processes, and discover the functions and purposes of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems and diseases that affect those systems.

Students will examine how living systems store, retrieve, transmit, and respond to information and how organisms utilize free energy. This course is the equivalent of an introductory college-level biology course and prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, health sciences, or engineering.

AP Chemistry builds students' understanding of the nature and reactivity of matter. After studying chemical reactions and electrochemistry, students move on to understand how the chemical and physical properties of materials can be explained by the structure and arrangements of the molecules and the forces between those molecules. Students will examine the laws of thermodynamics, molecular collisions, and the reorganization of matter in order to understand how changes in matter take place. Finally, students will explore chemical equilibria, including acid-base equilibria. The equivalent of an introductory college-level chemistry course, AP prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in science, health sciences, or engineering

AP Environmental Science provides two semesters of material designed to offer students a solid foundation in introductory college-level environmental science. The course is structured around the four big ideas and the seven science practices. Each semester is divided into four units with two or three lessons in each unit. Those lessons are further divided into several activities in which students read, acquire content knowledge through interactives, complete written practice, take quizzes, and summative assessments. The course provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. The course draws upon various disciplines, including geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography in order to explore a variety of environmental topics. Topics explored include natural systems on Earth; biogeochemical cycles; the nature of matter and energy; the flow of matter and energy through living systems; populations; communities; ecosystems; ecological pyramids; renewable and nonrenewable resources; land use; biodiversity; pollution; conservation; sustainability; and human impacts on the environment. AP Environmental Science prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, health sciences, or engineering. The AP Environmental Science course provides a learning experience focused on allowing students to develop their critical thinking skills and cognitive strategies. Scientific inquiry skills are embedded in direct instruction, wherein students learn to ask scientific questions, deconstruct claims, form and test hypotheses, and use logic and evidence to conclude the concepts. Students perform hands-on labs and projects that give them insight into the nature of science and help them understand environmental concepts, as well as how evidence can be obtained to support those concepts. Virtual lab activities enable students to engage in investigations that would otherwise require long periods of observation at remote locations and to explore simulations that enable environmental scientists to test predictions. During both hands-on and virtual labs, students form hypotheses; collect, analyze, and manipulate data; and report their findings and conclusions. Throughout this course, students are given an understanding of how biology, earth science, and physical science are applied to the study of the environment and how technology and engineering are contributing solutions for studying and creating a sustainable biosphere. Robust scaffolding, rigorous instruction, relevant material, and regular active learning opportunities ensure that students can achieve mastery of the skills necessary to excel on the AP exam.

Ever wondered how the Earth developed and exists in the vastness of space? How do the scientific laws of motion and gravity play a role in its existence? Discover answers to these questions and explore the origin of the universe, the Milky Way, and other galaxies and stars, including the concepts of modern astronomy and the methods used by astronomers to learn more about the universe.

This course covers the material on biological life sciences of the California Next Generation Science Standards. Students will investigate and study the chemistry of living things by understanding chemical reactions and compounds. Students will explore the energy of life through photosynthesis and cellular respiration. The course will also explore heredity and diversity through genetics, DNA, cell structures and functions, reproduction, and evolution. Topics also include the history of life on earth, classification, living organisms, and their functions while in their environments, plants, and ecology. This course is intended to allow students to master these critical standards and meet the one year of the science requirement for graduation, as well as one year of the A-G “D” laboratory science requirement.

This introductory course of chemistry covers the composition of matter and the changes it undergoes. Through key activities, students develop an understanding of the fundamental core ideas, cross-cutting concepts, and science and engineering practices used in chemistry. Topics include chemical bonding, periodicity, atomic & molecular theory, states of matter, conservation laws, organic chemistry, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, solution, chemical equilibria, reaction rates, and nuclear chemistry. Questions on physical and chemical phenomena motivate the laboratory inquiry that students conduct. The course will conclude with a cumulative, comprehensive final, wherein students will be assessed on an array of topics covered throughout the course with both multiple choice questions and written response questions that will require an explanation of the concepts assessed.

In Earth and Space Science, students will explore the many wonders of Earth and Space, focusing on the phenomena that can be observed as well as how scientists study those phenomena. Students begin by exploring the depths of the solar system and the universe, before uncovering the mysteries of Earth’s past to find clues about our planet’s future. Students will then examine Earth’s land, oceans, and air while investigating how their actions impact the world around them. Students will investigate scientific questions in virtual lab environments and activities, evaluate the data from their results, and then draw conclusions based on their findings.

The Environmental Science course offers a comprehensive look at the planet’s ecosystems, biodiversity, and the human impact on the environment. Students will cover the fundamentals of ecology, the importance of biodiversity, and the challenges facing natural resources, including water, soil, and mineral conservation. The course covers atmospheric science, emphasizing climate change, greenhouse effects, and strategies for mitigation and adaptation. Additional units focus on the hydrosphere and geosphere, exploring water and land pollution, waste management, and the importance of recycling.

This course covers the material on biological life sciences of the California Next Generation Science Standards. Students will investigate and study the chemistry of living things by understanding chemical reactions and compounds. Students will explore the energy of life through photosynthesis and cellular respiration. The course will also explore heredity and diversity through genetics, DNA, cell structures and functions, reproduction, and evolution. Topics also include the history of life on earth, classification, living organisms, and their functions while in their environments, plants, and ecology. Students will conduct independent research on a biological topic of their choice, culminating in a formal research paper that is well-organized, properly cited, and demonstrates mastery of a selected biological topic. This course is intended to allow students to master these critical standards and meet the one year of the science requirement for graduation, as well as one year of the A-G “D” laboratory science requirement.

This introductory course of chemistry covers the composition of matter and the changes it undergoes. Through key activities, students develop an understanding of the fundamental core ideas, cross-cutting concepts, and science and engineering practices used in chemistry. Topics include chemical bonding, periodicity, atomic & molecular theory, states of matter, conservation laws, organic chemistry, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, solution, chemical equilibria, reaction rates, and nuclear chemistry. Questions on physical and chemical phenomena motivate the laboratory inquiry that students conduct. The course will conclude with a cumulative, comprehensive final, wherein students will be assessed on an array of topics covered throughout the course with both multiple choice questions and written response questions that will require an explanation of the concepts assessed.

In Honors Earth and Space Science, students will explore the many wonders of Earth and Space, focusing on the phenomena that can be observed as well as how scientists study those phenomena. Students begin by exploring the depths of the solar system and the universe, before uncovering the mysteries of Earth’s past to find clues about our planet’s future. Students will then examine Earth’s land, oceans, and air while investigating how their actions impact the world around them. Students will investigate scientific questions in virtual lab environments and activities, evaluate the data from their results, and then draw conclusions based on their findings. Honors students will be encouraged to go beyond the text by examining and solving mathematic equations, devising possible engineering solutions to proposed problems, and evaluating the real-world implications of scientific processes from a global lens. The course will conclude with an Honors project, where students will combine what they have learned into a culminating product on an Earth and Space Topic of their choice.

Students will participate in a hands-on curriculum that covers major principles of physics such as forces, motion, conservation of matter and energy, electromagnetism, waves, heat and thermodynamics, properties of matter, and chemical reactions. Students will explore the latest discoveries in physics, and complete both short and long-term assignments designed to integrate key ideas and concepts. Through scientific inquiry, students will engage in a study of real-world ideas and concepts requiring both conceptual and procedural understanding and demonstration of learning. This Honors course will have a final at the end of both semesters. It also will have essay questions to complete at the end of each semester.

From tiny puddles to vast oceans, water allows for processes that impact all things around us from wildlife and the air we breathe to our health and more! In this course, you will examine the essential nature of water and how its special properties support all life on Earth. Through the lens of the Scientific Method, you will engage with scientific inquiry to study aquatic ecosystems and how water, land, and weather all work together to create unique living environments. You will also learn about scientists who were critical to aquatic science and how to form valid and reliable conclusions from your study of water as they did. Let’s dive in and see what makes water vital to life.

From Godzilla to Jurassic Park, dinosaurs continue to captivate us. In this course, students will learn about the fascinating creatures, both large and small, that roamed the earth before modern man. Watch interesting videos from experts at The Royal Tyrrell Museum, a leading paleontology research facility, and discover how the field of paleontology continues to provide amazing insight into early life on earth.

Embark on a thrilling journey into the dynamic realm of Physical Science, where the fascinating intersections of Physics, Chemistry, and Earth and Space Science await exploration! Our learning adventure kicks off by revisiting essential skills in Science and Math, providing a solid foundation for the exciting units that follow. Each step in this course is a building block, seamlessly incorporating key concepts and hands-on experiences to deepen your understanding. Join us in unraveling the mysteries of the physical world and forging connections between diverse scientific disciplines. Get ready for an engaging and enriching exploration that sparks curiosity and fuels a lifelong passion for understanding the wonders of the universe! Welcome to the captivating world of Physical Science!

Students will participate in a hands-on curriculum that covers major principles of physics such as forces, motion, conservation of matter and energy, electromagnetism, waves, heat and thermodynamics, properties of matter, and chemical reactions. Students will explore the latest discoveries in physics, and complete both short and long-term assignments designed to integrate key ideas and concepts. Through scientific inquiry, students will engage in a study of real-world ideas and concepts requiring both conceptual and procedural understanding and demonstration of learning.

The earth’s population is growing rapidly, and we need to find new, innovative ways to ensure that we are able to provide for our global energy needs. Students will look at the reasons why sustainability is important, take a balanced and evidence-based look at climate change, and learn new ways that we can harness renewable resources.

Our High School History/Social Studies curriculum challenge students to explore the past and present. Our curriculum delivers compelling, interactive experiences that cultivate the critical thinking and analytical skills students need to succeed in college, career, and civic life. Following a framework, students gain a deeper understanding of social studies concepts, sparking meaningful connections to daily life. Immersive media, audio, and visuals provide relevant content to encourage “Aha!” moments in the classroom. Interactive tools enable students to analyze primary sources like a historian and complete evidence-based writing tasks.

This course guides students through an in-depth study of the history, structure, and guiding principles of American government. The course covers the origins of government in general and American government in particular, helping students explore the roles and responsibilities of each branch of government as well as the impact that the Constitution has had and continues to have on the way government works and on the lives of individual Americans.

AP U.S. Government and Politics is an introductory college-level course in U.S. government and politics. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. government and politics through analysis of data and text-based sources as they explore topics like constitutionalism, liberty and order, civic participation in a representative democracy, competing policy-making interests, and methods of political analysis.

AP Macroeconomics is an introductory college-level macroeconomics course. Students cultivate their understanding of the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole by using principles and models to describe economic situations and predict and explain outcomes with graphs, charts, and data as they explore concepts like economic measurements, markets, macroeconomic models, and macroeconomic policies.​​​​​​

AP Microeconomics is an introductory college-level microeconomics course. Students cultivate their understanding of the principles that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers by using principles and models to describe economic situations and predict and explain outcomes with graphs, charts, and data as they explore concepts like scarcity and markets; costs, benefits, and marginal analysis; production choices and behavior; and market inefficiency and public policy.

AP U.S. History is an introductory college-level U.S. history course. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. history from c. 1491 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like American and national identity; work, exchange, and technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world; American and regional culture; and social structures.​​​​​​

This course introduces the principles and the applications of economics in everyday life. Students develop an understanding of limited resources and compare them with unlimited wants and needs. Students learn how individual and national economic decisions are made to allocate goods and services among competing users. Students apply economic principles to think and problem-solve. The study of Economics uses the view of economic institutions and policies to explore the history, organization, and functions of the U.S. government in controlling our economy.

World History begins with a focus on the skills needed to read, understand, and analyze history, also demonstrating how historians and social scientists arrive at their conclusions about human history. Semester A covers the history of civilization from hunter-gatherer societies through the characteristics of the earliest civilizations to the Enlightenment period in Western Europe. The second half of Semester A explores early intellectual, spiritual, and political movements and their impact on interactions among world cultures.

This course guides students through an in-depth study of the history, structure, and guiding principles of American government. The course covers the origins of government in general and American government in particular, helping students explore the roles and responsibilities of each branch of government as well as the impact that the Constitution has had and continues to have on the way government works and on the lives of individual Americans. Honors students are expected to complete additional assignments throughout the course that build on the content provided.

In this course. students should be prepared to explore both microeconomics and macroeconomics at an advanced level. Expect to analyze supply and demand, market structures, fiscal and monetary policies, and global economic issues. Critical thinking, data interpretation, and the ability to apply economic theories to real-world situations are key. Additionally, students will engage in discussions, projects, and exams that require a deep understanding of economic principles and their implications on society.

This course covers the discovery, development, and growth of the United States. Major topics include; American Indian cultures, European colonization of the Americas, and the causes and effects of the American Revolution. Geographical, economic, and political factors are explored as the key factors in the growth of the United States of America. It also includes a study of American life before the 1929 Stock Market crash and how the Roaring Twenties influenced society in the late 19th through early 20th centuries. Students will examine the causes and consequences of the Great Depression and move on into a detailed study of World War II with an emphasis on America’s role in the conflict. The course continues with an analysis of the Cold War struggle and America’s rise as a superpower. The Civil Rights and Women’s rights movements, pollution, and the environment, and American domestic and foreign policy will be examined. The course wraps up with a summary of current events and issues, including a study of the Middle East. Students look at the nation in terms of economic, social, and political trends. The experiences of the last century are summarized, including a look into the civil rights issues that have embroiled the nation in conflict. The development of the United States of America into a superpower is explored within a global context. Honors students are expected to complete additional assignments throughout the course that build on the content provided.

World History begins with a focus on the skills needed to read, understand, and analyze history, also demonstrating how historians and social scientists arrive at their conclusions about human history. Semester A covers the history of civilization from hunter-gatherer societies through the characteristics of the earliest civilizations to the Enlightenment period in Western Europe. The second half of Semester A explores early intellectual, spiritual, and political movements and their impact on interactions among world cultures. Honors students are expected to complete additional assignments throughout the course that build on the content provided

This course covers the discovery, development, and growth of the United States. Major topics include; American Indian cultures, European colonization of the Americas, and the causes and effects of the American Revolution. Geographical, economic, and political factors are explored as the key factors in the growth of the United States of America. It also includes a study of American life before the 1929 Stock Market crash and how the Roaring Twenties influenced society in the late 19th through early 20th centuries. Students will examine the causes and consequences of the Great Depression and move on into a detailed study of World War II with an emphasis on America’s role in the conflict. The course continues with an analysis of the Cold War struggle and America’s rise as a superpower. The Civil Rights and Women’s rights movements, pollution, and the environment, and American domestic and foreign policy will be examined. The course wraps up with a summary of current events and issues, including a study of the Middle East. Students look at the nation in terms of economic, social, and political trends. The experiences of the last century are summarized, including a look into the civil rights issues that have embroiled the nation in conflict. The development of the United States of America into a superpower is explored within a global context.

California Online Public Schools’ Advanced Placement (AP) Program gives students the chance to tackle college-level work while they're still in high school and earn college credit and placement. Our AP courses include: AP® English Language and Composition AP® English Literature and Composition, AP® Environmental Science, AP® Calculus, AP® Statistics, AP® Spanish and more

Within AP Art History, students will explore the interconnections between culture, art, and historical context through the critical analysis of art, culture, and purpose. Through the use of a defined art historical skill set and reflective learning, students will analyze relationships across cultures with a global lens. The examination of how people have responded to and communicated their experiences through art will enable students to think conceptually about art ranging from prehistory to contemporary. Students will be active participants, engaging with art and its context as they read, research, and collaborate to learn about art, artists, art making, and responses to and interpretations of art. The AP Art History course is structured around three big ideas, three essential questions, twelve learning objectives, and ten content areas outlined within the College Board Advanced Placement Art History Framework. Each content area is represented by a prescribed image set accompanied by enduring understanding and essential knowledge statements that provide required contextual information to serve as a foundation and catalyst for student learning within the course. The intention is for students to explore art in its historic and cultural contexts.

Students will examine how living systems store, retrieve, transmit, and respond to information and how organisms utilize free energy. This course is the equivalent of an introductory college-level biology course and prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, health sciences, or engineering.

In AP Calculus AB, students learn to understand change geometrically and visually (by studying graphs of curves), analytically (by studying and working with mathematical formulas), numerically (by seeing patterns in sets of numbers), and verbally. Instead of simply getting the right answer, students learn to evaluate the soundness of proposed solutions and to apply mathematical reasoning to real-world models. Calculus helps scientists, engineers, and financial analysts understand the complex relationships behind real-world phenomena. The equivalent of an introductory college-level calculus course, AP Calculus AB prepares students for the AP exam and further studies in science, engineering, and mathematics.

As you dive into this interactive online calculus course, you will follow in the footsteps of great mathematicians like Newton and Leibniz. This adventure covers many topics, including limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, differential equations, the applications of derivatives and integrals, parametric and polar equations, and infinite sequences and series, including Taylor, Maclaurin, and power series. This Advanced Placement (AP) calculus course covers a full year of material equivalent to college-level calculus. Students who complete this course often seek to earn college credit or advanced placement. Colleges and universities generally assign students to appropriate calculus courses based on their preparation, which is often evaluated through AP exam results or other criteria.

This course is an introductory computer science course. A large part of the course involves developing the skills to write programs or parts of programs that correctly solve specific problems. The course also emphasizes the design issues that make programs understandable, adaptable, and when appropriate, reusable. At the same time, the development of useful computer programs and classes is used as a context for introducing other important concepts in computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms, the development and use of fundamental data structures, and the study of standard algorithms and typical applications. In addition an understanding of the basic hardware and software components of computer systems and the responsible use of these systems are integral parts of the course.

AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and programming in JavaScript. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, students are challenged to explore how computing and technology can impact the world.

AP Chemistry builds students' understanding of the nature and reactivity of matter. After studying chemical reactions and electrochemistry, students move on to understand how the chemical and physical properties of materials can be explained by the structure and arrangements of the molecules and the forces between those molecules. Students will examine the laws of thermodynamics, molecular collisions, and the reorganization of matter in order to understand how changes in matter take place. Finally, students will explore chemical equilibria, including acid-base equilibria. The equivalent of an introductory college-level chemistry course, AP prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in science, health sciences, or engineering

AP English Language and Composition invites students to investigate rhetoric and its impact on culture through analysis of notable fiction and nonfiction texts, from pamphlets to speeches to personal essays. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP exam and further study in communications, creative writing, journalism, literature, and composition. Students explore a variety of textual forms, styles, and genres. By examining all texts through a rhetorical lens, students become skilled readers and analytical thinkers. Focusing specifically on language, purpose, and audience gives them a broad view of the effect of text and its cultural role. Students write expository and narrative texts to hone the effectiveness of their use of language, and they develop varied, informed arguments through research. Throughout the course, students are evaluated with assessments specifically designed to prepare them for the content, form, and depth of the AP Exam. AP English Language and Composition is recommended for 11th and 12th-grade students. This course fulfills 11th-grade English requirements.

AP English Literature and Composition immerses students in novels, plays, poems, and short stories from various periods. Students will read and write daily, using a variety of multimedia and interactive activities, interpretive writing assignments, and class discussions to assess and improve their skills and knowledge. The course places special emphasis on reading comprehension, structural and critical analysis of written works, literary vocabulary, and recognizing and understanding literary devices. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP exam and further study in creative writing, communications, journalism, literature, and composition. This course fulfills 12th-grade English requirements.

AP Environmental Science provides two semesters of material designed to offer students a solid foundation in introductory college-level environmental science. The course is structured around the four big ideas and the seven science practices. Each semester is divided into four units with two or three lessons in each unit. Those lessons are further divided into several activities in which students read, acquire content knowledge through interactives, complete written practice, take quizzes, and summative assessments. The course provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. The course draws upon various disciplines, including geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography in order to explore a variety of environmental topics. Topics explored include natural systems on Earth; biogeochemical cycles; the nature of matter and energy; the flow of matter and energy through living systems; populations; communities; ecosystems; ecological pyramids; renewable and nonrenewable resources; land use; biodiversity; pollution; conservation; sustainability; and human impacts on the environment. AP Environmental Science prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, health sciences, or engineering. The AP Environmental Science course provides a learning experience focused on allowing students to develop their critical thinking skills and cognitive strategies. Scientific inquiry skills are embedded in direct instruction, wherein students learn to ask scientific questions, deconstruct claims, form and test hypotheses, and use logic and evidence to conclude the concepts. Students perform hands-on labs and projects that give them insight into the nature of science and help them understand environmental concepts, as well as how evidence can be obtained to support those concepts. Virtual lab activities enable students to engage in investigations that would otherwise require long periods of observation at remote locations and to explore simulations that enable environmental scientists to test predictions. During both hands-on and virtual labs, students form hypotheses; collect, analyze, and manipulate data; and report their findings and conclusions. Throughout this course, students are given an understanding of how biology, earth science, and physical science are applied to the study of the environment and how technology and engineering are contributing solutions for studying and creating a sustainable biosphere. Robust scaffolding, rigorous instruction, relevant material, and regular active learning opportunities ensure that students can achieve mastery of the skills necessary to excel on the AP exam.

AP U.S. Government and Politics is an introductory college-level course in U.S. government and politics. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. government and politics through analysis of data and text-based sources as they explore topics like constitutionalism, liberty and order, civic participation in a representative democracy, competing policy-making interests, and methods of political analysis.

The AP Human Geography course is designed to provide college-level instruction on the patterns and processes that impact the way humans understand, use, and change Earth’s surface. Students use geographic models, methods, and tools to examine human social organization and its effect on the world in which we live. Students are challenged to use maps and geographical data to examine spatial patterns and processes and analyze the changing interconnections among people and places.

AP Macroeconomics is an introductory college-level macroeconomics course. Students cultivate their understanding of the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole by using principles and models to describe economic situations and predict and explain outcomes with graphs, charts, and data as they explore concepts like economic measurements, markets, macroeconomic models, and macroeconomic policies.​​​​​​

AP Microeconomics is an introductory college-level microeconomics course. Students cultivate their understanding of the principles that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers by using principles and models to describe economic situations and predict and explain outcomes with graphs, charts, and data as they explore concepts like scarcity and markets; costs, benefits, and marginal analysis; production choices and behavior; and market inefficiency and public policy.

The AP Psychology course introduces students to the systematic scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with major units of study, including biological bases of behavior, cognition, development, learning, social psychology, personality, and mental and physical health. Throughout the course, students apply psychological concepts and employ psychological research methods and data interpretation to evaluate claims, consider evidence, and effectively communicate ideas.

AP Spanish Language and Culture is an advanced-level course for students with at least 3 years of experience studying Spanish. This course teaches advanced-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Students in this course apply cumulative skills by completing the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam.

AP Statistics is a two-semester course that gives students hands-on experience collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting real-world data. They will learn to effectively design and analyze research studies by reviewing and evaluating real research examples taken from daily life. The next time they hear the results of a poll or study, they will know whether the results are valid. As the art of concluding imperfect data and the science of real-world uncertainties, statistics plays an important role in many fields. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP Statistics prepares students for the AP exam and further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science, geography, or business.

AP U.S. History is an introductory college-level U.S. history course. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. history from c. 1491 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like American and national identity; work, exchange, and technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world; American and regional culture; and social structures.​​​​​​

Career Technical Education (CTE) is a program of study that involves a multiyear sequence of courses that integrates core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers.

In this course you will learn what you need to jumpstart a career in agriscience. You will dive into agricultural history and its global impact, learn about scientific and research concepts that drive the field, as well as the effects of agriculture on the environment. The course will also teach you about the career opportunities available in the field and how to best promote yourself so you can land your dream job. Specialized lab activities will give you the hands-on practice you need to master the content, and you will have the unique experience of interviewing an agriscience worker related to your job of interest. At the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to become industry certified as an Agriculture Associate!

Applied Medical Terminology helps students understand the structure and meaning of medical terms and identify medical terminology associated with various body systems. As the health care industry becomes more complex, developing expertise in accurately and efficiently identifying medical terms and their specific application is essential to a growing variety of health care careers. This course begins to prepare your students for those careers.

This course is an introductory computer science course taught with the Java programming language. A large part of the course involves developing the skills to write programs or parts of programs that correctly solve specific problems. The course also emphasizes the design issues that make programs understandable, adaptable, and when appropriate, reusable. The development of useful computer programs and classes is used as a context for introducing other important concepts in computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms, the development and use of fundamental data structures, and the study of standard algorithms and typical applications. In addition, an understanding of computer systems' basic hardware and software components and the responsible use of these systems are integral parts of the course. The AP CSA course is designed to prepare students to take the College Board AP CSA exam and is also equivalent to a first-semester college-level introductory course in computer science.

AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and programming in JavaScript. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, students are challenged to explore how computing and technology can impact the world.

College and Career Preparation is a high school course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully transition into college and the workforce, including exploring career options, understanding college application processes, developing study habits, building essential soft skills, and learning about financial aid and career pathways, ultimately helping them make informed decisions about their future education and career goals.

Where do you see yourself after graduation? Would you prefer to work in an office building, hospital, school, store, or warehouse? Have you thought about the work you would like to do? Have you started to set goals for yourself to achieve the job or career you would like to pursue? Do you know your strengths and how you might improve areas of weakness? Are you a team player? Are you a leader? In this course, you'll learn what it takes to be successful in the business world and how you can apply your current skills and knowledge to whichever career path you choose to embark on

Computing for College and Careers is a two-semester course designed to enable all students at the high school level to develop the critical skills and knowledge that they will need to be successful in college and in careers throughout their lives. This course serves as a pre-requisite for California Principles of Information Technology. It covers concepts involved in computer programming. It is aligned to California state standards.

Explore the fields of law enforcement, the court system, and the correctional system. You will acquire technical skill proficiency, industry knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, general employability skills, and occupation-specific skills needed in all aspects of law, public safety, and security careers. This course provides elective credit. Due to the nature of criminal justice, the material can be graphic. This course is a part of the Career and Technical Education catalog.

Culinary Arts is a two-semester course that is intended to help students gain an understanding of the history and development of the culinary arts as well as practical skills for careers in the culinary industry. This course covers the basics of nutrition, health, safety, and sanitation and the basic science principles used in cooking. Students will be exposed to the culinary skills required to make a variety of food items. Additionally, students will become familiar with menu planning, food presentation, different service styles, and kitchen management skills. This course is based on Career and Technical Education (CTE) standards designed to help students prepare for entry into a wide range of careers in the culinary industry.

The Early Childhood Education course is designed to provide an overview of the expectations and roles of the early childhood educator. The course provides details about childhood development, health, nutrition, and guidance strategies to help students understand the exciting and unique opportunities that a career in early childhood education can offer. The course is intended to prepare students for challenges they may face, but to emphasize the rewards of being able to influence the life of a young child. The ability to offer support to children as they learn, and grow is a point that is highlighted throughout each lesson.

Entrepreneurship is a two-semester course that is based on Career Technical Education (CTE) standards designed to help students understand the roles and attributes of an entrepreneur, marketing and its components, selling process, and operations management. In this course, students will explore entrepreneurship and the economy, marketing fundamentals, managing customers, production and operations management, money, and business law and taxation.

This introductory course is designed to explore the fundamentals of game design. Students will be introduced to the history of video games, careers in the gaming industry, and legal and ethical considerations in game development. They will also gain hands-on experience using Unity, a popular game development platform, to create their own interactive worlds and eventually develop a playable game.

Health Science provides knowledge and skills students need for careers in health care. Students explore the services, structure, and professions of the health care system and get guidance on choosing a specific career path in health services, including career paths in emergency medicine, nutrition, and alternative medicine. Using real-life scenarios and application-driven activities, students learn the responsibilities and challenges of being healthcare professionals and deepen their knowledge of various career options. In addition to building their understanding of technical concepts and skills, students evaluate the qualifications required for specific careers and develop personal career plans to pursue work in the healthcare industry and extend their knowledge of oral and written communication in health science.

Introduction to Fashion Design focuses on the practical aspects of career preparation in the fashion design industry. The lessons in the course provide students with both breadth and depth, as they explore the full gamut of relevant topics in fashion design. This course provides students insight on the history of fashion and its place in the modern world and helps students understand terms and concepts related to fashion. Students explore fashion forecasting, predicting consumer demand, pricing, and other activities involved in the fashion process from the inspiration for a garment to creating sketches until the final product takes shape.

This course teaches the foundations of computer science and basic programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Animations, graphics, and game programming skills are included in this course. Students learn material equivalent to a semester college introductory course in computer science and can program in JavaScript upon completion. This course is also used as the 2nd year course in our CTE Games & Simulation Pathway.

How would you like to be a part of the world’s largest industry, with the potential to make a lot of money and take advantage of perks like flight upgrades, free hotel rooms, and free food? Welcome to the “industry of fun,” Hospitality and Tourism. This course is the first in a series to dive into the numerous career avenues and business opportunities of the hospitality and tourism industry. You will learn about segments such as airlines, hotels, and cruise ships, as well as customer service and selling techniques. The course will prepare you to launch your career in hospitality and tourism, with projects and take-aways that you will be able to use immediately to help you land your dream job.

Introduction to Social Media is a one-semester course intended to familiarize students with the evolution and rapid growth of social media. The course explores different types of social media platforms, their features, and their benefits and risks. Students will learn about wikis and crowdsourcing and how social media is used for marketing. The course also covers online security and privacy risks, safety guidelines, and what it means to be a good digital citizen.

Issues in marketing, advertising, and sales promotion are evolving rapidly in an increasingly digital environment. The Marketing, Advertising, and Sales course effectively helps your students prepare for a career in that environment through a comprehensive look at essential marketing principles, interactive tools and channels, and the growing impact of data in marketing and advertising. This course provides an overview of all the fundamental topics necessary to effectively put your students on a career path that unleashes their creativity and develops and leverages their critical thinking skills.

Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance provides the knowledge and skills students need for careers in business and marketing. Students begin exploring roles and functions that business and marketing play in a global society, develop an understanding of the market place, as well as understanding product placement and promotion. Students analyze the impact of government, legal systems, and organized labor on business; develop an understanding of business communications and management; and explore legal, ethical, and financial issues in business and marketing. Furthermore, students delve into basic economic concepts including personal finance, economic systems, cost-profit relationships, and economic indicators and trends. Using hands-on activities, students reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant real-world inspired scenarios. This course focuses on developing knowledge and skills around marketing, pricing, distribution and management, while also focusing on economics and interpersonal skills. This course also addresses exploring career options in business and marketing as well as securing and keeping a job.

Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security is a two-semester course intended as a practical, hands-on guide to help students understand the functioning of law enforcement agencies, courts, the correctional system, and security and emergency agencies. This course covers the history and development of criminal law in the United States, court procedures, the role of law enforcement agencies and private security in public safety, and the role of fire fighters and emergency responders. It also covers the ethical and legal responsibilities and working conditions in law enforcement and security. Through this course, students will understand the personal, professional, and technological skills required by professionals working in the fields of law, public safety, corrections, and security.

Introduction to Python Programming 1 introduces students to the fundamentals of computer programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will learn to design, code, and test their programs while applying mathematical concepts. Once students complete this course, they will have learned material equivalent to the first half of a semester college introductory course in computer science and be able to program basic Python 3 programs. The content is fully web-based, with students writing HTML and CSS in the browser.

Lights, camera, action! Step into the world of performance productions, exploring the elements of theatre and cinema. You'll compare how different elements in theatre and film, including historical and cultural influences, serve the story and articulate themes. You'll get a detailed view of the creative, performance, and technical operations behind theatre and film and gain experience and insights into various aspects of production. From viewing, writing, planning, designing, directing, and producing, you'll have a deeper understanding and appreciation for the art of performance, whether on stage or screen.

The CodeHS Web Design course is a project-based course that teaches students how to build their own web pages. Students will learn the languages HTML and CSS and will create their own live homepages to serve as portfolios of their creations. By the end of this course, students will be able to explain how web pages are developed and viewed on the Internet, analyze and fix errors in existing websites, and create their very own multi-page websites. Students will learn the foundations of user interface design, rapid prototyping and user testing, and will work together to create professional, mobile responsive websites.

The central purposes of visual arts courses are to foster students' artistic competencies; cultivate their appreciation and understanding of the arts in ways that are enjoyable, fulfilling, and transferable to personal, academic, and professional endeavors; and support them to fully engage in lifelong arts learning.

This course explores the main concepts of art, expression, and creativity as it helps students answer questions such as what is art; what is creativity; and how and why people respond to art. It covers essential design principles such as emphasis, balance, and unity. Units include: Art, History, and Culture; Western and World Art Appreciation; and Art and the Modern World.

Within AP Art History, students will explore the interconnections between culture, art, and historical context through the critical analysis of art, culture, and purpose. Through the use of a defined art historical skill set and reflective learning, students will analyze relationships across cultures with a global lens. The examination of how people have responded to and communicated their experiences through art will enable students to think conceptually about art ranging from prehistory to contemporary. Students will be active participants, engaging with art and its context as they read, research, and collaborate to learn about art, artists, art making, and responses to and interpretations of art. The AP Art History course is structured around three big ideas, three essential questions, twelve learning objectives, and ten content areas outlined within the College Board Advanced Placement Art History Framework. Each content area is represented by a prescribed image set accompanied by enduring understanding and essential knowledge statements that provide required contextual information to serve as a foundation and catalyst for student learning within the course. The intention is for students to explore art in its historic and cultural contexts.

Drawing is an all-encompassing course that walks students through the different types of techniques needed to explore the genre of drawing. This course is full of assignments to practice these techniques so be prepared to have something to draw each week.

Graphic Design and Illustration is a two-semester course that allows students to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on topics such as the history of graphic design, types of digital images, graphic design tools, storing and manipulating images, design elements and principles, copyright laws, and printing images. The course is based on Career Technical Education (CTE) standards designed to help students develop the technical knowledge and skills needed for success in careers in the graphic design industry.

Introduction to Visual Arts is an introductory class to the elements and principles of design that are the foundations of Art as a concept. Students get the opportunity to do research on different genres of art and experiment with creating different art pieces learning new techniques in both Part A and Part B. This course is a great teaser at some of our other art courses that provide a larger scope and focus on these styles of artwork.

Music Appreciation introduces students to the history, theory, and genres of music, from the most primitive surviving examples through the classical to the most contemporary in the world at large. The course is offered in a two-semester format. The first semester covers primitive musical forms and classical music. The second semester presents the rich modern traditions, including American jazz, gospel, folk, soul, blues, Latin rhythms, rock and roll, and hip-hop. The course explores the interface of music and social movements and examines how the emergent global society and the Internet bring musical forms together in new ways from all around the world.

Professional Photography is a two-semester course. Few recent technical innovations have changed an industry as fundamentally as digital photography has changed everything about the way we capture our lives in the way we take, edit, store, and share pictures. Professional Photography provides a practical, hands-on guide to help students understand the skills required to achieve success in photography careers. This course will cover various topics, such as types of photography, using digital cameras, photographic lighting and composition, manipulating images, printing photos, darkroom development, evaluating photographs, and print production. By the end of the courses, students will learn how to create a photography portfolio.

In order to round out an educational experience for students as they progress through their education, California Online Public Schools also offers a variety of interest based elective courses.

The AP Human Geography course is designed to provide college-level instruction on the patterns and processes that impact the way humans understand, use, and change Earth’s surface. Students use geographic models, methods, and tools to examine human social organization and its effect on the world in which we live. Students are challenged to use maps and geographical data to examine spatial patterns and processes and analyze the changing interconnections among people and places.

The AP Psychology course introduces students to the systematic scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with major units of study, including biological bases of behavior, cognition, development, learning, social psychology, personality, and mental and physical health. Throughout the course, students apply psychological concepts and employ psychological research methods and data interpretation to evaluate claims, consider evidence, and effectively communicate ideas.

The AVID program equips students with the skills and strategies needed for college and career success. Through collaborative learning, tutorials, and inquiry-based activities, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and organization skills. AVID also provides college readiness support, including exploration, application guidance, and scholarship opportunities. This course is ideal for motivated students seeking academic rigor with the support to achieve their goals.

At the beginning of the semester, students consider the importance of word play exercises in improving their facility with language while building a compelling and creative writing style. Focusing on word nuances and precision, later lessons guide students to write in a variety of short modes—including poetry, song lyrics, prose poetry, short stories, and creative nonfiction. There are several opportunities for peer review in this semester, during which students learn best practices for participating in writing workshops, and then revise their work using feedback from their peers.

This semester focuses on longer works of fiction: short stories, plays, and novels. Students learn basic techniques of plot and character development along with strategies for creating suspense and building a theme, and they have opportunities to write in several different genres. Lessons cover a few special topics as well, including graphic novels, animation, comedy, and improvisation. Students apply what they have learned about writing workshops and revising to the longer pieces of writing they create for this semester.

This course is designed to prepare students for a career in journalism and media. The work in this course will equip students with the critical skills necessary to succeed in high school media, college media, and beyond. Students will read a variety of journalistic material and do a great deal of news writing. Students will also look at journalism from legal, ethical, and historic vantage points. Students can expect to complete numerous writing activities in a variety of styles including editorial, hard news, feature, review, and more. If students participate actively, they will gain tremendous skills that will serve them for the rest of their life. Individual and group project will also be a part of this class. This course is a project-based course and does not include traditional tests. Unit level understanding is assessed through unit projects.

This course allows students to explore their personality type and interests, as well as refine important skills that will benefit them throughout their lives, including personal nutrition and fitness skills, time & stress management, communication & healthy relationships, goal setting, study skills, leadership and service, environmental and consumer health, and personal finances. In addition, students will explore possible colleges and careers that match their needs, interests, and talents.

Personal Finance is a one-semester course that teaches financial literacy skills to help students plan and achieve career and personal goals. This course focuses on consumer economics, financial services, and personal financial management. Students learn how to budget, spend, invest, and make everyday financial decisions. The course also provides an exploration of careers in personal finance and consumer services.

Psychology provides a solid overview of the field's major domains: methods, biopsychology, cognitive and developmental psychology, and variations in individual and group behavior. By focusing on significant scientific research and on the questions that are most important to psychologists, students see psychology as an evolving science. Each topic clusters around challenge questions, such as “What is happiness?” Students answer these questions before, during, and after they interact with direct instruction. This course is built to state standards and informed by the American Psychological Association's National Standards for High School Psychology Curricula. The teaching methods draw from the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) teaching standards.

The course begins with an explanation of the importance of communication skills in building relationships. It then delves into problem-solving, critical thinking, time management, and goal setting—all skills essential for a fulfilling life. The course next explores different kinds of relationships, including familial and other common societal relationships, while distinguishing between healthy and unhealthy relationships. In addition, the course discusses conflict resolution, support systems, self-esteem, and self-management strategies.Lesson Activities, Unit Activities, a Course Activity, and a Course Project help students develop and apply critical thinking skills. Videos and interactive content included in the lessons keep students engaged and make technical concepts easy to understand. The end-of-semester test helps students reinforce their understanding of key concepts.

Sociology examines why people think and behave as they do in relationships, groups, institutions, and societies. Major course topics include individual and group identity, social structures and institutions, social change, social stratification, social dynamics in recent and current events, the effects of social change on individuals, and the research methods used by social scientists. In online discussions and polls, students reflect critically on their own experiences and ideas, as well as on the ideas of sociologists. Interactive multimedia activities include personal and historical accounts to which students can respond, using methods of inquiry from sociology. Written assignments provide opportunities to practice and develop skills in thinking and communicating about human relationships, individual and group identity, and all other major course topics.

This course is an introduction to public speaking that emphasizes the communication process, types of speeches, and argumentation. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for public speaking situations, decrease speaker anxiety, and provide them with basic principles of research and organization needed for effective speeches.

Acquiring a second language sharpens students' intellectual skills, increases their earning power, and broadens their cultural understanding. Every student deserves to be able to take advantage of these opportunities.

Get ready to jump-start your journey through Deaf culture exploring the worlds of EARth and EYEth. You’ll dive headfirst into this visual language by learning the basic building blocks of communication. You’ll master the art of effortlessly navigating conversations about family, school, celebrations, food and restaurants, entertainment, and traveling. You’ll make stops along the way, exploring the roots and traditions of Deaf culture. So, buckle up—your journey awaits!

Continue your journey through the worlds of EARth and EYEth. Now it’s time to level up. Communication is our compass—whether you’re navigating directions you just received to downtown or classifiers, or you’re deciphering ASL literature—you’ll enjoy the journey. So, grab a snack, and maybe a drink too, and let’s dive in!

Spanish 1 is a novice-level course for students with little to no previous study of Spanish. This course teaches novice-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Spanish 2 is a novice-level course for students with approximately one year of experience studying Spanish. This course teaches novice to intermediate-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Spanish 3 is an intermediate-level course for students with a minimum of 2 years of experience studying Spanish. This course teaches intermediate-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Spanish 4 is an advanced-level course for students with at least 3 years of experience studying Spanish. This course teaches intermediate to advanced-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

AP Spanish Language and Culture is an advanced-level course for students with at least 3 years of experience studying Spanish. This course teaches advanced-level vocabulary and grammar structures by building context through a designated theme, introducing the Spanish language through vocabulary, media, and cultural content that bridges students' personal experiences to those of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop structures for self-expression in Spanish through interpretive and performative practice activities and assessments in the four language modalities: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Students in this course apply cumulative skills by completing the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam.

PE 1 is a year long PE course intended for 9th grade students entering high school to meet one year of their high school PE graduation requirement. However, the course is open to students of any grade level. Semester A: Comprehensive PE In this course students will explore concepts involving personal fitness, team sports, dual sports, and individual and lifetime sports. Students will focus on health-related fitness as they set goals and develop a program to improve their fitness level through cardio, strength, and flexibility training. In addition, they will learn about biomechanics and movement concepts, as they enhance their level of skill-related fitness. Students will learn about game play concepts and specifically investigate the rules, guidelines, and skills pertaining to soccer, softball, volleyball, tennis, walking and running, dance, and yoga. Throughout this course students will also participate in a weekly fitness program involving elements of cardio, strength, and flexibility training. Semester B: Personal Health & Fitness This combined health and PE course provides students with essential knowledge and decision-making skills for a healthy lifestyle. Students will analyze aspects of emotional, social, and physical health and how these realms of health influence each other. Students will apply principles of health and wellness to their own lives. In addition, they will study behavior change and set goals to work on throughout the course. Other topics of study include substance abuse, safety and injury prevention, environmental health, and consumer health.

PE 2 is a year long PE course intended for 10th grade students entering high school to meet one year of their high school PE graduation requirement. However, the course is open to students of any grade level. Semester A: Advanced PE 1 This course guides students through an in-depth examination of the effects of exercise on the body. Students learn how to exercise efficiently and properly, while participating in physical activities and applying principles they've learned. Basic anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and sports nutrition are all integral parts of this course. Throughout this course students participate in a weekly fitness program involving elements of cardio, strength, and flexibility. Semester B: Advanced PE 2 This course gives the student an in-depth view of physical fitness by studying subjects such as: biomechanics, nutrition, exercise programming, and exercise psychology. Students will apply what they learn by participating in a more challenging exercise requirement. Throughout this course students participate in a weekly fitness program involving elements of cardio, strength, and flexibility.

Independent Study Physical Education is a specialized course for students who are already receiving physical education and health instruction outside of the virtual school classroom. This course is best suited for students who are in intensive sports or dance programs, receiving regular physical therapy as rehabilitation from an injury, or require significant modifications to traditional health and physical education curriculum. Students in this course will submit their Physical Education plan at the beginning of the semester to their ISPE teacher to verify that their plan meets the state standards for high school independent study physical education. For many students, their Physical Education plan is a copy of their sport or team training and competition schedule. The ISPE course may be repeated for the student to earn their HS PE graduation requirements, and is a pass/no pass course.

This course takes an in-depth examination of the effects of exercise on the body. Through this course, students will learn basic anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology, as well as proper principles and techniques for designing an effective exercise program. The study of nutrition and human behavior will also be integrated into the course to enhance the students’ comprehension of this multifaceted subject.

In this course, students learn and practice first aid procedures for a variety of common conditions, including muscular, skeletal, and soft tissue injuries. In addition, students learn how to appropriately respond to a variety of emergencies. They also learn the procedures for choking and CPR for infants, children, and adults. In addition to emergency response, students will explore personal, household, and outdoor safety, and disaster preparedness.

This comprehensive health course provides students with essential knowledge and decision-making skills for a healthy lifestyle. Students will analyze aspects of emotional, social, and physical health and how these realms of health influence each other. Students will apply principles of health and wellness to their own lives. In addition, they will study behavior change and set goals to work on throughout the semester. Other topics of study include substance abuse, safety and injury prevention, environmental health, and consumer health.

This course takes students through a comprehensive study of nutritional principles and guidelines. Students will learn about world- wide views of nutrition, nutrient requirements, physiological processes, food labeling, healthy weight management, diet-related diseases, food handling, nutrition for different populations, and more. Students will gain important knowledge and skills to aid them in attaining and maintaining a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.

This course examines basic concepts in fitness that are important for personal fitness, as well as necessary foundational information for any health or exercise career field. Areas of study include musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, terms of movement, basic biomechanics, health-related components of fitness, FITT principles, functional fitness skills, safety and injury prevention, posture and technique, nutrition, and weight management.