CURRICULUM | Upper

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:

    • 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:

    • Community Service
    • Digital Art *
    • Economics *

* Online Zoom Classes with LIVE Interactive Teacher

GRAPHIC ARTS

 

 

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Students are taught by native speakers. Instructors focus on students speaking, reading and writing while learning about dialects, history, and the customs of the country. Languages offered include:

 

  • ASL
  • Adv. Spanish
  • Beg. Spanish
  • Japanese

 

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

 

 

INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS

Students are taught by classically trained musicians. Lessons include music theory and may require the purchase of additional books not included in tuition. Instrumental instruction is available for the following:

  • Flute
  • Guitar
  • Piano
  • Trumpet
  • Violin

 

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

HCHC Leadership Academy