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Ninth Grade Curriculum

Language Arts– Communication Skills

                                9th Grade Literature

                                Honors 9th Grade Literature

                                Current Topics (Read 180)

Mathematics– Algebra I

                           Honors Geometry

                              Honors Algebra II

Science–            Conceptual Physics

Social Studies– World Geography

                              Advanced Placement Human Geography

Personal Fitness/Health

Foreign Language– French/Spanish (Level II)

Available Electives:

AVID

Career/Technology: 

Business Essentials, Computer Applications, Construction, Drafting, Family & Consumer Sciences, Foundations of Engineering, Graphic Arts, Horticulture, Interior Design, JROTC, Video Production

Fine Arts: Band, Chorus, Drama, Orchestra, Visual Arts

Physical Education: Aerobics, Team Sports, Weight Training

Study Skills (Available to students served by Exceptional Education Department)

(Automotive classes are available in 10th grade.)

NINTH GRADE STUDENTS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN 8 CREDITS. THEY MUST HAVE 6 CREDITS TO MOVE TO TENTH GRADE.