The student is exposed to reading as well as translating both from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. The student will be educated toward cultural differences. This course is only available as a repeat. The course provides an in-depth look at American political institutions at the local, state, and federal level. Special emphasis is placed on gaining an understanding of the workings of each of the three branches of government, and on understanding each citizen's role and obligation within the democratic framework.
Attention is given to contemporary political issues and current events.
Chemistry Covers the study of matter, its composition and structure, and the changes it undergoes. Topics range from atomic structure, including chemical bonding, composition, formulas, and equations, to phases of matter and the laws which govern them. Laboratory experience will be used to reinforce key concepts and to develop good laboratory techniques. Geometry Instruction will cover a wide range of topics, including points, lines, angles, planes, circles, polygons, similarity, transformations, area and volume. Emphasis is placed on activities designed to strengthen spatial skills and logical reasoning ability.