UPPER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Students ages 13+ years old focus on developing skills to help them prepare for college. Across all disciplines, critical thinking, organizational skills, and speaking are emphasized. Beyond academics, we offer a multitude of social opportunities for students to get a well-rounded school experience.
The Upper School curriculum includes:
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- Graphic Arts
- Foreign Language
- ASL
- Spanish
- Literature Arts
- Master Chess
- Mathematics
- Musical Arts
- Physical Education
- Physical Sciences
These courses are coupled with electives such as:
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- Community Service
- Digital Art *
- Economics *
* Online Zoom Classes with LIVE Interactive Teacher
LITERATURE ARTS
Courses focus on vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing processes and more. The goal for the program is to familiarize students with classic literature and encourage active reading and clear writing.
MASTER CHESS
Students are taught by a nationally ranked instructor to compete in school sponsored chess tournaments. Students learn fast decision-making skills and multiple ways to win through guided instruction and playing opponents. This social club requires monthly dues for benefits including:
- Chess Member Polo
- Tournament Entry Fee
- Access to Club Meetings
MATHEMATICS
Our curriculum begins with Geometry and Algebra I, the building blocks of pure and applied mathematics. We wrap up with Calculus, the highest level of math offered by most high schools and considered the gold standard of pre-college math preparation:
- Geometry
- Algebra I & II
- pre-Calculus
- Calculus
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students participate in seasonal team sports under the guidance of a professional coach or fitness trainer in various sports including:
- Basketball
- Archery*
Fencing*Soccer
(*) Must be 8+ years old
PHYSICAL SCIENCES