English
MS English III ENG0806/ENG0807 (year-long)
Course Description	MS English is a course focused on developing students’ reading, writing, and study skills. The curriculum will also emphasize analytical thinking and group work. During the year, students will participate in a variety of activities and thematic units to achieve this goal, and will also experiment with various forms of creative writing.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-8
General English 9 ENG0944/ENG0945 (year-long)
Course Description	General English 9 builds upon the students' prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics of writing, and usually include the four aspects of language use: reading, writing,speaking, and listening. Usually, the various genres of literature are introduced and defined, with writing exercises often linked to reading selections.
Prerequisites	Graduation from the ESL program
Grade Level	9
Honors General English 9 ENG0964/ENG0965 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is a more rigorous version of the standard General English 9. It builds upon the students' prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics of writing, and usually include the four aspects of language use: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Usually, the various genres of literature are introduced and defined, with writing exercises often linked to reading selections.
Prerequisites	Successful honors application
Grade Level	9
Speech ENG1002 (1 semester long)
Course Description	The primary purpose of Speech is to improve public speaking skills in a variety of settings. For each speech, topic selection, audience analysis, research, outlining, speech writing, and speech delivery will be emphasized. By the end of this course students will have improved verbal and nonverbal communication skills, and will be able to successfully and confidently present speeches in a variety of real-world situations.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	12
General English 10 ENG1023/ENG1021 (year-long)
Course Description	General English 10 offers a balanced focus on composition and literature. Typically, students learn about the alternate aims and audiences of written compositions by writing persuasive, critical, and creative multi-paragraph thematic essays and compositions. The study of literature encompasses various genres as students improve their reading rate and comprehension and develop the skills to determine authors' intent and theme and to recognize the techniques employed by the author to achieve the goal.
Prerequisites	Graduation from the ESL program
Grade Level	10
Honors General English 10 ENG1024/ENG1025 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is a more rigorous version of the standard General English 10. It offers a balanced focus on composition and literature. Typically, students learn about the alternate aims and audiences of written compositions by writing persuasive, critical, and creative multiparagraph thematic essays and compositions. The study of literature encompasses various genres as students improve their reading rate and comprehension and develop the skills to determine authors' intent and theme and to recognize the techniques employed by the author to achieve the goal.
Prerequisites	Successful honors application
Grade Level	10
World Literature ENG1113/ENG1114 (year-long)
Course Description	World Literature is a year-long study of canonical literature spanning the globe. In this course, students will examine short stories, novels, plays, poetry, and nonfiction within a historical and cultural context. Students take part in group discussions and class seminars, write essays, and deliver speeches to demonstrate their growing understanding of the relationship between local concerns and universal questions, the manner in which geography and culture can influence form, and world views of literature itself. Class discussions also encourage students to express opinions and support individual ideas from their readings.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	11-12
Creative Writing ENG1204 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Creative writing is focused on allowing students to display their creative and expressive writing skills. Exercises and assignments in each of the main literary genres—creative nonfiction, poetry, fiction, and drama—will help students discover their voice and tone while expanding vocabulary, building awareness of audience, and refining flow, context, meaning, and sentence variation. Creative writing will promote critical thinking and help students refine communication skills, which will aid students in writing more interesting essays, enhance their success in other classes, and set them apart in college applications as they continue on in the world of academia.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	11-12
American Literature ENG1213/ENG1214 (year-long)
Course Description	American Literature covers the literature of the United States from the early beginnings of the country until the present. Historical forces impacting the literature, as well as the regional influences, are also examined. The development of critical thinking and vocabulary building, along with writing skills, are emphasized.
Prerequisites	Academic Writing
Grade Level	11-12
AP Literature and Composition ENG1506/ENG1507 (year-long)
Course Description	This class is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition exam given at the end of the school year. For success in the course, students need advanced English skills as well as a major commitment of their time and effort. During the class, students engage in careful reading and critical analysis of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Students are expected to actively engage in class discussions, write critical essays, and deliver oral presentations about the literary texts studied in class.
Prerequisites	Lexile score of 1100 and successful honors application
Grade Level	11-12

Mathematics
Algebra I MAT0902/MAT0904 (year-long)
Course Description	This first-year course is the study of patterns and structure within the real number system. Topics include working with equations, graphing, and problem-solving strategies. Students become adept at solving problems that require the integration of a variety of mathematical concepts.
Prerequisites	Pre-Algebra (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level	7-9
Honors Algebra I MAT0914/MAT0915 (year-long)
Course Description	This first-year algebra course is designed for the highlyqualified, motivated student who is committed to a challenging course of study during each year of high school. The development of algebraic strategies to enhance problem-solving skills and the study of structure within the real number system form the basis of this course.
Prerequisites	Pre-Algebra and successful honors application
Grade Level	7-9
Geometry MAT1003/MAT1004 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is a logical development of the inductive and deductive systems of reasoning. Emphasis is on developing visualization abilities, analytical skills, and logical reasoning through activityoriented methods of instruction. The prerequisite for this course is successful completion of Algebra I.
Prerequisites	Algebra I (or have equivalent math).
Grade Level	8-11
Honors Geometry MAT1009/MAT1010 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course provides advanced study in Geometry for the more capable student. It is a rigorous, logical development of the deductive system of reasoning. Emphasis is on the development of logic, formal proofs, and algebraic applications to geometry. The prerequisite for this course is successful completion of Algebra I Honors.
Prerequisites	Algebra I and successful honors application
Grade Level	8-11
Algebra II MAT1105/MAT1106 (year-long)
Course Description	This second-year course in algebra represents a mathematical progression from the concept of numbers as experienced in arithmetic to the notion of properties of numbers without regard to their value, a necessary tool for science applications. Formal abstraction will enable students to understand and analyze data in many occupational and academic fields.
Prerequisites	Geometry (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level	9-12
Honors Algebra II MAT1214/MAT1215 (year-long)
Course Description	This second-year algebra course is designed for students who desire a more rigorous course of study than in the standard Algebra II curriculum. Students will develop a more in-depth study of the concept of numbers from arithmetic to the notion of discrete mathematics. Formal abstraction will enable students to understand and analyze data in many occupational and academic fields. Emphasis is placed on proof of mathematical assertions assumed in other courses.
Prerequisites	Geometry and successful honors application
Grade Level	9-12
Pre-calculus MAT1204/MAT1205 (year-long)
Course Description	The purpose of this course is to prepare students for a Calculus class. Students gain extended knowledge and experience working with functions, and also broaden their Trigonometry skills. The year starts with some review of Algebra II and ends with an introduction to Calculus.
Prerequisites	Algebra II with a C- or higher (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level	10-12
AP Calculus MAT1506/MAT1507 (year-long)
Course Description	AP Calculus AB is a year-long course that is comparable to calculus courses offered during the first semester at US colleges and universities. It is expected that students who take an AP course in calculus will seek college credit, college placement, or both, from institutions of higher learning. Students will master concepts of differentiation and integration, graphical analysis including limits, asymptotes, and continuity.P PThis rigorous study ultimately seeks to prepare students for success on the May AP examination.
Prerequisites	Pre-calculus with a B- or higher and successful honors application
Grade Level	11-12
AP Statistics MAT1508/MAT1509 (year-long)
Course Description	This course is designed to cover the four main topics on the AP Statistics exam: exploratory data analysis, planning and conducting a study, probability, and statistical inference. Topics will include: categorical and quantitative data, proportions, one sample means, matched pairs means, regression analysis, z-test, t-test, chi square test, z-intervals and paired t-tests, amongst others. This course requires the use of a graphing calculator. This class is not as calculation rich as our other math offerings since the calculator or computer does most of the tedious calculations. Your job will be to understand which statistical procedure to apply and how to interpret the results.
Prerequisites	Algebra II with a B- or higher and successful honors application
Grade Level	11-12

Social Studies
MS Social Studies III SOC0806/SOC0807 (year-long)
Course Description	MS Social Studies exposes students to world events from the early beginnings of civilization to those of the modern world. Themes addressed in every unit include those aligned with geography, economics, government, citizenship, culture, science, and technology.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-8
Geography SOC0905 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is designed to provide the student with a basic introduction to physical and human geography. Students will examine the role which geography plays in the world and how the interactions of humans with the environment affect the other. Students will acquire an understanding of the spatial context of people, places, and environments on Earth. Students will explore the major world regions and examine the physical systems and human interactions within the regions. Students will use maps, globes, in‐depth case studies, and geographic systems and databases to help them answer geographic questions. This course serves as an excellent starting point for students wishing to expand their knowledge of the world.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9
American Government (formerly Civics) SOC0910 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students in American Government will examine the democratic foundations, structures, and institutions of American government at local, state, and national levels. Students will study the political processes in order to gain an understanding of the role of the individual in the decisionmaking process of American government. Students will also learn about the rights and responsibilities of the citizens of the United States. Students will investigate American government though a variety of methods, including examining primary source documents, conducting research projects, class discussion, and written essays.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9
World Government SOC0913 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students in World Government will be learning about the world and politics. Students will be staying up to date on current events and participating in discussions related to them. At times, history and background knowledge will have to be introduced/relearned. There is no textbook for this class, so you will need to have access to Internet quite frequently.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9
World History SOC1106/SOC1107 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year survey course will examine world history through the disciplines which comprise the humanities: the arts, philosophy, literature, history, political institutions, and religion. It explores the great ideas and actions of humankind which have shaped life. The emphasis is on European, Asian, African, Latin American, and Middle Eastern civilizations.
Prerequisites	Civics, American Government or World Government and successful honors application
Grade Level	10-11
Honors World History SOC1112/SOC1113 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is an in-depth study of world history through the disciplines which comprise the humanities: the arts, architecture, philosophy, literature, theater, and music. It traces the evolution of political, social, religious, technological, and economic institutions from prehistoric to modern times. The emphasis is on European, Asian, African, Latin American, and the Middle Eastern civilizations. Students will be involved in historical research, analysis of primary source documents, and essay writing.
Prerequisites	Civics, American Government or World Government and successful honors application
Grade Level	10-11
Financial Literacy SOC1228 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This class is designed to combine economic concepts with everyday life to help students be fiscally responsible as they become adults. In this class, students will study macroeconomics and microeconomics to help them use economic thought to make rationalized decisions in an ever changing world.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	12
Economics SOC1201 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This class is an introduction to economics, the study of how people go about organizing means (money, time, and natural resources) to accomplish desired goals (ex: education, homes, jobs). In this class, students will study the characteristics of macroeconomics and microeconomics to help them master the content standards established by the National Council on Economics Education. Economics class will be split into two sections. Section one will cover economic systems and the roles of government, consumers, and producers in these systems. Section 2 will cover money and banking, financial markets and international trade. Upon completing these two sections, students will, hopefully, be better decision makers and be empowered to help correct societal problems (ex: pollution, income inequality, and health care, and more).
Prerequisites	Financial Literacy
Grade Level	12
AP Psychology SOC1509/SOC1510 (year-long)
Course Description	The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Students will discover the biological, social, and learned reasons for behavior. Why do we laugh? Why do we have phobias? How are we different? How do we learn? What affects our behavior? Can we change our behavior? Is behavior a result of nature or nurture?
Prerequisites	Successful honors application
Grade Level	11-12

Science
MS Science III SCI0806/SCI0807 (year-long)
Course Description	General Science is an interdisciplinary course designed to prepare students for entering high school. The course consists of selected concepts from chemistry, physics, and earth science. The course requires that the student exhibit higher order thinking skills, academic discipline, and rigorous application with regard to the content, which is organized and presented in a structure that connects the discrete pieces of information in a meaningful way. The inquiry-based laboratory work emphasizes the scientific process and qualitative rather than purely quantitative results. The students are required to demonstrate their ability to deal with successively higher levels of abstraction as the course proceeds.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-8
Physical Science SCI0907/SCI0908 (year-long)
Course Description	Physical Science is an introduction to physics and chemistry with earth and space ideas embedded throughout the course. This course is lab-based, which means that students learn primarily by doing activities. This class is also used to provide students with a filter they can use to view the world around them.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9
Honors Physical Science SCI0916/SCI0917 (year-long)
Course Description	This course is designed for students who desire a more rigorous course of study than in the standard Physical Science. It is an introduction to physics and chemistry with earth and space ideas embedded throughout the course. This course is lab-based, which means that students learn primarily by doing activities. This class is also used to provide students with a filter they can use to view the world around them.
Prerequisites	Successful honors application
Grade Level	9
Biology SCI1009/SCI1010 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is designed as a survey of the biological sciences. The emphasis is on developing critical-thinking skills, research skills, and laboratory techniques. Independent study projects and inquiry-based learning experiences are integral parts of the course requirements.
Prerequisites	Physical Science
Grade Level	10
Honors Biology SCI1205/SCI12106 (year-long)
Course Description	This one-year course is a rigorous presentation of introductory biological concepts designed for the serious, academicallyoriented student. Emphasis is particularly placed on developing criticalSaint thinking skills, research skills, and laboratory techniques. Independent study projects are an integral part of course requirements.
Prerequisites	Physical Science and successful honors application
Grade Level	10
Chemistry SCI1105/SCI1106 (year-long)
Course Description	Chemistry is the study of the principles of matter and the changes that matter undergoes. In the fall semester, students will develop scientific skills as they explore atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and compounds, and chemical reactions. In the second semester, students will study stoichiometry, gases and phase changes, solutions, kinetics and equilibrium, acids and bases, and organic chemistry.
Prerequisites	Physical Science and Algebra I
Grade Level	11-12
AP Physics 1 SCI1510/SCI1511 (year-long)
Course Description	Physics is the application of mathematics to real world situations in order to understand how the universe around us works. This is a college preparatory physics course that includes probability, statistics, the scientific method, motion, force, gravity, linear motion, circular motion, momentum, optics, electricity, energy, waves, and modern physics.
Prerequisites	Algebra II and successful honors application
Grade Level	11-12

Physical Education
General Physical Education PHY1003 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Physical education is a mandatory course at St. Paul American School, focusing on a broad range of physical activities. Thematic units will focus on a variety of sports, and students will have the opportunity to compete athletically with their peers. Participation is a key element of this course, and students will also be evaluated on improvement, effort, and skill acquisition.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12

Health
Health HEA1002 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course focuses on gaining current knowledge about selected health topics. It also gives students opportunities to demonstrate the following skills: goal setting, coping with stress, communicating, and decision-making. Disease prevention, media awareness, and accessing community resources will be integrated throughout the course.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12

Fine Arts/Performing Arts
MS Music III ART0808 (1 semester long)
Course Description	MS music is a foundational introduction to general music, with an emphasis on music making through composition and performance. Students study the general makeup of instruments, and also analyze rhythm, melody, and other musical vocabulary in order to gain greater insight into compositional devices (including instruction in music notation software) and performance skills.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-8
Beginning Band ART0903 (year-long)
Course Description	Beginning band is an introductory musical organization that will allow new band members to participate in various performances throughout the year. The class will be comprised of students from grades 9-12 who have had little music instruction, or wish to play a new instrument. Students will focus on learning the fundamentals of their instrument, technique, and playing as a unified group.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-12
Art I ART0909 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students explore a variety of media, providing a foundation in the elements and principles of art with an emphasis on drawing and painting. This course may also include: printmaking, calligraphy, computer applications, and commercial art. The study of art history, cultures, and artists will provide vocabulary skills and a foundation for students to discuss and evaluate their own work in a supportive atmosphere.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12
Music ART1012 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Music class is an introductory course that focuses on basic music theory. Students will study a wide range of classical and contemporary pieces, learning how to read, discuss, and evaluate individual music composition. Students will also learn the appropriate vocabulary necessary to discuss various pieces of music.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12
Symphonic Band ART1016 (year-long)
Course Description	Symphonic band is an advanced musical organization for musicians who have already achieved a level of proficiency playing their instrument and are seeking to develop their already strong musical skills. Symphonic band will perform both on and off campus, and will be required to practice a wide variety of challenging pieces regularly. Symphonic band members will meet regularly and will also be expected to practice regularly outside of class. Their repertoire will include a wide variety of musical pieces spanning the globe.
Prerequisites	Instructor Approval
Grade Level	7-12
Drama ART1107 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Drama I is an introductory study of the different aspects of drama in theatre and film. Students will be studying drama appreciation with topics to include: structure of dramatic performances, evaluations of dramatic performances, playwrights, films and filmmakers, play production, improvisation, pantomime, and acting.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12
Digital Art ART1202 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Digital Art expands on foundational skills learned in I.T class and that gives students marketable experience in print media publishing. This course works solely towards the completion of the Saint Paul American School yearbook. Students will compose, construct, and edit all elements of computerized text layout, graphic art, and digital photography. The result is a wonderful artifact that displays student talent and creativity.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12

Technology
Information Technology TEC1005 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is an introductory course designed to teach students proficient skills in Microsoft Professional Office Suite. This course will also briefly cover an introduction to computer programming. This program provides hands-on exercises to help students build confidence and proficiency in using the Microsoft Office 2013 interface and features. Each lesson contains “How To” procedures separated from the instruction to ensure that students are learning, not just doing. Assignments also incorporates crosscurricular exercises to teach software skills while reinforcing English, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science concepts.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9-12
Multimedia Journalism TEC1015 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to engage in an in-depth examination of modern journalism. Students are responsible for the planning, design, writing/recording and publication of the school weekly newscast, newsletter publication and online digital content. This production process will involve feature writing, graphic design, videography, video editing, and distribution. Students will utilize outside media sources, and will also serve as campus reporters.
Prerequisites	Teacher Approval
Grade Level	10-12

Foreign Language
Chinese I FOR1117 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course will introduce Pinyin, basic Chinese vocabulary, and useful terms and phrases in typical everyday conversations. We will help students experience and adapt to the atmosphere of speaking with native Chinese speakers. Students will grasp Chinese phonetics, tones and rhythms, and about 320 common Chinese words. Students can say simple and more typically well-known Chinese phrases, such as those used in selfintroductions, and will also be able to conduct most routine communicative tasks for personal needs in Chinese, such as making an appointment, making an acquaintance, paying a visit, dating, shopping, etc.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-12
Chinese II FOR1118 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students will continue to explore the communicative functions of the previous semester from Chinese I. This is particularly evident in the first five units. In Unit 6, a new topic is introduced about environmental protection. This parallel type content gives the students a more in-depth training in the communication skills targeted. These skills will be acquired through the completion of communication tasks. The tasks focus on the communication skill required for daily life. As these tasks are extended both in depth and width, the students' vocabulary will be enlarged, and so will the ability to conduct daily communication. This will act as a bridge to their further Chinese study.
Prerequisites	Chinese I or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
Chinese III FOR1101 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course will concentrate on practicing of listening, speaking, reading, and writing to improve students’ Chinese fluency. Students will learn to scan for information, expand vocabulary, and strengthen their knowledge of grammatical structures. Students will take part in everyday conversations in Chinese about familiar topics. Students will use more complex sentence structures, grammar patterns, and will express their opinions using basic yet appropriate expressions and language norms in Chinese.
Prerequisites	Chinese II or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
Chinese IV FOR1102 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students in Chinese IV will learn more Chinese vocabulary, useful terms, grammar points and Chinese culture. Students should grasp about 500 new Chinese words. To cope with the general needs of conducting daily communication, the sentence's patterns and grammar concepts presented to students will be in an order that emphasizes functional usage. The language materials are arranged within situational topics.
Prerequisites	Chinese III or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
Chinese V FOR1016 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Students in level 5 will practice listening, speaking, reading and writing to improve students’ Chinese fluency. Students will learn to scan for information, expand vocabulary, and strengthen grammatical structures and know more about Chinese culture. Students will read and comprehend the text and will actively utilize new words; the grammar aspect analyzes some comparatively complex sentence patterns to train the students to use more complex sentence structures and grammar patterns.
Prerequisites	Chinese IV or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
Chinese VI FOR1017 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is designed for students who have a vocabulary of at least 1100 words and have completed the primary Chinese courses. The students are expected to achieve a proficiency of HSK level 5 to 6 and be capable of performing intermediate to advanced level tasks. The course will prepare the students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency as high as being able to learn in a Chinese speaking college or university. Communicative modes of teaching are provided to help students with their Chinese language skills in interpersonal, interpretive and presentational ways. Instructional materials and activities are also carefully and strategically improved to support the learning process.
Prerequisites	Chinese V or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
HSK III FOR0906 (1 semester long)
Course Description	HSK III is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 3 exam. Students will learn new words, as well as grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their speaking and listening skills. Finally, classes will meet in the afternoon so as to compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites	Concurrent enrollment in Chinese III
Grade Level	7-12
HSK IV FOR0907/FOR0917 (year-long)
Course Description	HSK IV is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 4 exam. Students will learn new words, grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their speaking and listening skills. Finally, classes will meet in the afternoon so as to compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites	HSK III or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
HSK V FOR0908/FOR0918 (year-long)
Course Description	HSK V is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 5 exam. Students will learn new words, as well as grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their listening skills. Classes will meet in the afternoon and will compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites	HSK IV or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
HSK VI FOR0909/FOR0919 (year-long)
Course Description	HSK VI is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 6 exam. Students will learn new words, grammar elements, and phrases, and will also refine their listening skills.
Prerequisites	HSK V or instructor approval
Grade Level	7-12
AP Chinese FOR1502/FOR1503 (year-long)
Course Description	AP Chinese is a full-year course that covers the equivalent of a second-year college Chinese course. It is an advanced Mandarin Chinese course aimed at equipping students both linguistically and culturally to communicate successfully in Chinese within and beyond the school setting. This course prepares students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency across the three communicative modes (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) and the five goal areas (communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities) as outlined in the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century.
Prerequisites	HSK VI or instructor approval
Grade Level	9-12

Elective
ESL Science SCI0906 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is part of the pull out ESL program described in the ESL Policy. This course is designed to give students an introduction to science. The topics covered include an introduction to the scientific disciplines, the scientific method, and an overview of each discipline. The lessons emphasize vocabulary used in each discipline. The course also includes vocabulary used in mathematics, including general math, algebra, and geometry.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-10
ESL English ENG0911 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is part of the pull out ESL program described in the ESL Policy. This course introduces students to basic structures and vocabulary of the English language through the skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students learn strategies in order to advance their reading, listening, and pronunciation skills.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-10
Academic Skills Support ELE0921 (year-long)
Course Description	This class is designed for 9th Grade students to develop the necessary skills to become a successful High School student. These include but are not limited to: organizational skills, study skills, test taking skills, communication skills, and time management skills. The teacher will work closely with the primary teachers to ensure course assignments are completed and understood in addition to helping students to prepare for upcoming assessments. This class serves as the 9th grade pillar classes.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	9
Intensive English I-V ENG0948-0957 (year-long)
Course Description	Intensive English is designed to build and enhance a firm foundation of the English skills necessary for Chinese students to be successful in American high school courses. It will focus on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary and reading. Students will also learn academic vocabulary and the skills necessary to enhance their reading, writing, speaking and listening in the core areas of Mathematics, Social Studies, Science and English. The curriculum is aligned with the English language AP exams, SAT, and TOEFL exam.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-12
ESL Social Studies SOC1006 (1 semester long)
Course Description	This course is part of the pull out ESL program described in the ESL Policy. This course surveys the American government, investigating politics and the process of elections and governing in America. Looking at the Constitution, students examine the principles of American Democracy, including the Bill of Rights, Federalism, Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers, and Judicial Review.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	7-10
The Leader in Me ELE1022 (year-long)
Course Description	The Leader in Me is a study skills course that offers students at SPAS the opportunity to learn about how to best cope with issues facing any high school student. Students will learn to successfully manage their time, balance their commitments, and live a healthy and successful life at school. This leadership program utilizes the concepts put forth in the popular 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. This class serves as the 10th grade pillar classes.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	10
Student Government and Leadership ELE1023 (1 semester long)
Course Description	Student Government and Leadership is an elective course offered to those who represent their peers on the student council. Students will learn about how to best lead the student body through various group activities involving planning, preparing, and hosting events on and off campus. Students will also work on communication skills by developing weekly updates for their peers.
Prerequisites	Elected into Student Council
Grade Level	9-12
College Preparation ELE1111 (year-long)
Course Description	College preparation is a course designed to help Junior students prepare for success at a United States university. Students will learn the process required to search for colleges that may be suitable for them, and will discuss how to effectively narrow down a university that will provide the best experience for the individual. Students will then prepare documents, essays, and applications. The overarching goal is to help assist in the college application and transition process as well as give students an overview of college life and campus issues, a sampling of the academic rigor and style of college courses, and a thoughtful examination of what it means to be a good person. As the 11th grade pillar class, this course will focus on developing students character.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	11
Service Learning ELE1211 (year-long)
Course Description	This course focuses on developing an appreciation of the concept of service to the community and to develop an understanding of skills necessary to evaluate the impact of service to others. Partnerships will be established with the community to assist students in the identification of community needs and to develop and implement a plan that meets these needs. As the 12th grade pillar class, this course will also assist students as they prepare to transition into college life.
Prerequisites	None
Grade Level	12