Physical Science
Science
Physical Science As described by Jay Wile: “In this course, you are going to learn about the world around you and the universe it is in. We will study things as familiar as the air around [...]
Physics
Science
This is a college-prep physics course designed for the student who has completed algebra 1 and geometry and has had an introduction to the definitions of sine, cosine, and tangent. It provides a detailed introduction to the methods and concepts of general physics, heavily emphasizing vector analysis.
Spanish II
Language
In the course of 30 weeks, the student will enlarge and expand everyday vocabulary, learn more verbs, become more proficient in the use of past, present and future tenses, and the refine the use of grammar and syntax. I will continue to emphasize Spanish as a means of sharing the gospel.
General Science
Science
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to a wide range of sciences and to serve as a starting point for more in-depth scientific study.
Pre-Algebra
Math
This course is a stepping stone to the rest of high school math for students who aren’t quite ready for the rigors of Algebra 1. In it we plan to briefly review operations with natural numbers and fractions (including decimals and percents).
Robotics Club
Electives
The Cornerstone Robotics Club serves to expose students to fundamental mechanics and electronics concepts through hands-on learning with robotics. Through participation in this club, students will apply interdisciplinary science and math concepts to create functional robots that can achieve various goals.
British Literature
English
In British Literature, students will examine poetry and prose through an analytical, historical, biographical and critical lens. Though the main focus of the course will be Romantic Naturalism and Victorian Poetry and Prose,...
American Government
Social Studies
We will be “living” this course on a day to day basis. A keen imagination, an inquisitive mind and a dogged determination will be our standard.
World Regional Geography
Social Studies
The course will walk the students around the approximately 200 nations of the world using a regional approach and heavily relying on the Five Themes of Geography (Location, Place, Human Environment & Interaction, Movement and Region)
American History
Social Studies
This course is designed as a one year study of the history of our nation with a biblical worldview. Starting with early exploration and working our way through modern times we’ll explore the triumphs, defeats, mistakes and successes that each generation faced.
Grammar & Language Arts
English
This class is a complete language arts course consisting of instruction in composition, grammar and mechanics, reading comprehension, and literature.
Composition and Research
English
Composition and Research will focus on the writing process. Students will complete several writing assignments throughout the course of the year, and their assignments will derive from class discussion, observation, and non-fiction prose.
Elements of Composition and Lit
English
This course lays a foundation for analyzing literature and for writing effectively. The literature is presented in a genre approach. We start with short stories and examine setting, plot, conflict, point of view, irony, suspense, and symbols.
American Literature
English
We will read 90% of the text book, omitting only The Red Badge of Courage. I supplement the text with novels that reinforce the themes and style of the various periods.
Classical Drawing and Painting
Electives
This course is designed for those who have taken “Fundamentals of Art” and for those who are seeking a more focused approach to the study of art. In this class, we will concentrate on three areas of artistic discipline: drawing, painting, and the development of style.
Fundamentals of Fine Art
Electives
This 30 week course is designed to explore and develop the fundamentals of fine art. We will start with the basic elements of drawing, proportion, line, texture, tone, value, form, space, perspective and color theory.
