High School

Program of Studies
2023-2024
PURPOSE OF THE COURSE LOAD
PROGRAM OF STUDIES REQUIREMENTS
AND CREDITS
This guide helps each student plan an appropriate high school
program based on individual interests and learning goals.
All of the courses included in this guide will be offered in 2023-2024.
Students enroll in a full
Since courses are scheduled on the basis of student inter- schedule of eight courses.
est and the most effective utilization of teachers and resourc-
es, CMS reserves the right to cancel any course for adminis- A student receives 1 credit
trative reasons. Because of changes in the school population, for the successful completion
new students to the high school may find that some of their first of each year-long (two semes-
choice electives are full. The CMS administration and coun- ter) class and 0.5 credit for the
seling staff may direct student course selection as necessary. successful completion of each
semester class. No credit is
Students and parents should review the course descriptions for received if a student’s fi-
each subject area along with the program planning advice pro- nal grade is below 60%; be-
vided by the CMS counseling department and teachers in order low 70% for Algebra 1.
to make an informed selection from the courses offered. Stu-
dents and parents who require more information should arrange
to meet with teachers, counselors, and/or the AP coordinator. Early graduation, which is de-
fined as prior to May/June of a
student’s senior year and/ or with
less than four (4) full years of high
PLANNING FOR school attendance, is not permit-
ted at The Carol Morgan School.
UNIVERSITY The graduation requirements
Since admission requirements vary widely between higher edu- for students registered in a High
cation institutions, students should consult each university for School Level 2 OLC will be re-
specific requirements.This will help to ensure that course selec- duced by one credit for each year
tions are appropriate to personal goals. Students should con- s/he received OLC Level 2 assis-
sider course rigor, grades, SAT scores, school recommenda- tance since no credit is granted for
tions, leadership experiences, community service hours, and OLC. Core course requirements
involvement in co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Stu- must still be met for graduation.
dents should take the most challenging courses that they are
capable of completing successfully. This will put them in a posi-
tion to be accepted at a college or university where the academ-
ic challenge will be appropriate for their talents and preparation.

All Dominican students, as well as students who wish to attend

Dominican universities, should prepare for the “Pruebas Na-
cionales” (National Exams). Furthermore, Dominican grad-
uates are strongly advised to take the “Pruebas Naciona-
les” (National Exams) immediately after graduating from
CMS in case these exam result are needed at a later date.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for graduation from the Carol Morgan School, a minimum of credits must be earned in Grades
9-12. Eight semesters of successful full-time attendance in High School are required. The following sub-
jects must be successfully completed with a grade of 60% or higher (70% for Algebra 1) to pass the course
and earn credit. To graduate, students must maintain an academic GPA of 2.0 or higher. Each semes-
ter’s performance will be reviewed to ensure all students will eventually meet graduation requirements.

SUBJECT REQUIRED COURSES CREDITS

Four consecutive English courses.

• English 9
• English 10
4 credits
ENGLISH • 11th Grade: English 11 or AP Literature or AP Language or AP
Seminar
• 12th Grade: English 12 or any AP English electives

Three consecutive Social Studies courses.

• 9th Grade: Geography or AP Human Geography 4 credits
SOCIAL STUDIES • 10th Grade: Global History or AP World History
• 11th Grade: US History or AP US History
• 12th Grade: Any of the Social Studies electives
• Four consecutive Mathematics courses.
• 9th Grade: Algebra 1
• 10th Grade: Geometry
• 11th Grade: Algebra II & Trigonometry
• 12th Grade: Any of the Mathematics electives
3 credits
ADVANCE TRACK
MATHEMATICS • Four consecutive Mathematics courses.
• 9th Grade: Geometry
• 10th Grade: Algebra II & Trigonometry
• 11th Grade: Any of the Mathematics electives
• 12th Grade: Any of the Mathematics electives

Four consecutive Science courses.

• 9th Grade: Chemistry or Earth & Space Science
SCIENCE • 10th Grade: Biology or Chemistry
• 11th grade: Biology, Physics or any AP of the Science 3 credits
electives

Four consecutive Spanish courses. 4 credits

• 9th Grade: Spanish 9
• 10th Grade: Spanish 10
SPANISH LANGUAGE • 11th Grade: AP Spanish Language
• 12th Grade: Spanish 12 or AP Spanish Literature & Composi-
tion
SPANISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (SSL) 3 credits
Four consecutive Spanish as a Second Language or Spanish cours-
es, at the appropriate level.

PHYSICAL & HEALTH Two consecutive Physical Education & Health courses.
EDUCATION • 9th Grade: Integrated Health and PE I 2 credits
• 10th Grade: Integrated Health and PE II
TRANSITION TO NEW HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION PATHWAY
Over the course of the next three school years, we will be conducting the long overdue transition from
26 to 30 required graduation credits that were not done when the High School moved from a seven
to an eight-course cycle. The new pathway of 30 required graduation credits will benefit the students
by:

• Aligning our program better with the program required to successfully complete Pruebas Nacio-
nales.
• Ensuring a rigorous full four years of high school while still maintaining a large amount of student
exploration of subjects.
• Preparing students for success in a wide variety of colleges and universities around the world.
• Continuing to maintain our status as a world-class international school.
The table below displays the requirements and changes that will occur each of the next three years as
the High School transitions to the new pathway to graduation.
SUBJECT 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026

ENGLISH *NEW - English 12 & AP Seniors must take English Seniors must take English 12
English courses to replace 12 or AP English courses or AP English courses
electives.
MATH No change *NEW - 4th year of Math 4th year of Math required
required

SCIENCE Program change for Class Program change continued Full pathway established with
of 2027 for Classes of 2027 & 2028 4th year of Science required;
on;
*NEW - 4th year of Science *NEW - Physics as a gradua-
required tion requirement
SOCIAL STUDIES No change No change in pathway; Do- *NEW - 4 consecutive credits
minican History & Geogra- required
phy moves to SS Dept.
*NEW - Require Seniors Require Seniors to take Require Seniors to take Span-
to take Spanish 12 or AP Spanish 12 or AP Spanish ish 12 or AP Spanish Lit
Spanish Lit or Dominican Lit
SPANISH History & Geography

No change for Spanish as *NEW - Take 4th year of Take 4th year of Spanish as a
a second Language Spanish as a second Lan- second Language
guage

TECH One required credit (no One required credit (no *NEW - Two credits required
change) change)
EXTENDED ESSAY Embedded in English 11 or Embedded in English 11 or Embedded in English 11 or AP
AP English courses taken AP English courses taken in English courses taken in 11th
in 11th grade 11th grade grade
TOTAL CREDITS 27 Credits (one additional 29 Credits (two additional 30 Credits (one additional
credit) credits from the year before) credit from the year before)
 Expectations
for CMS
AP Students
CMS offers the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, a globally recognized pro-
gram of college-level courses and examinations that give committed, motivated An average of 4-8 hours of homework
students the opportunity to earn college advanced placement, broaden horizons, may be assigned weekly in each AP
improve performance in college, earn college credits, and experience the process course.
of a college class.
Homework may be assigned over
While we encourage all students to challenge themselves, AP courses require weekends and vacations.
extraordinary personal commitment at an accelerated academic level. The
college-level content of AP courses, as well as the May examinations timetable, Prior to the start of the course, the
requires rapid coverage of material, a great deal of independent study, extraor- teacher might assign summer reading
dinary work ethic, consistent attendance, and a high record of achievement in
and/or assignments which are typical-
previous courses. AP courses also require a greater commitment outside of school
ly due the first day of class.
as the level of homework is greater than regular courses.

Regular attendance is critical due to

Please note, that it is a CMS policy that all students enrolled in AP classes must
the rapid pace of course content deliv-
take the AP exam in that course. Exam fees are the responsibility of the student’s
ery and the intellectual complexity of
family (excluding AP Spanish Language which is mandatory and paid by CMS). the material.
AP prerequisites and appropriate grade levels are available in each of the course
descriptions. Additional course materials may be
required.
The following Dominican Republic institutions recognize grades of 3, 4 and 5 on
up to three AP exams: APEC, UNPHU, PUCMM, INTEC, UNIBE, UCE. Students should initiate a conference
with the teacher about progress and
attend any recommended enrichment
sessions.
AP CAPSTONE
To earn an AP Capstone diploma, a student must take and pass both AP Seminar AP drops will not be allowed after the
and AP Research in addition to four AP courses of their choosing. Students who
last day of the first cycle.
take and pass only AP Seminar and AP Research but not the four additional AP
Courses will earn the AP Seminar and Research Certificate. More information
about the program is available at https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/ap-cap- AP classes are yearlong courses and
stone-diploma-program-policies cannot be dropped at the semester.
AP SEMINAR AP RESEARCH
Grade 11 or 12 Grade 12
Year 1 Credit Year 1 Credit
Prerequisites: Sucessful completion of AP Seminar
In this course you'll learn to consider an issue from mul-
tiple perspectives, identify credible sources, evaluate AP Research, the second course in AP Capstone allows stu-
strengths and weakness of arguments, and make logical, dents to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, issue,
evidence-based assessments by investigating a variety of or idea of individual interest. Students design, plan, and
topics. During the course, you'll complete a team project implement a yearlong investigation to address a research
and an individual paper and presentation, as well as take question, learning research methodology, employing ethical
written end-of-course exam. AP Seminar is a prerequisite research practices, accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing
for AP Research. AP Seminar counts as a Grade 11 or 12 information, and creating a process and reflection portfolio.
English requirement. The course culminates in an academic paper of 4,000-5,000
words and a presentation with an oral defense. Students
must have succefully completed the AP Seminar course prior
to taking this course. AP Research counts as a Grade 12
English requirement.
APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A to broaden participation in
Grades 10 - 12 computer science. APPLIED
Year 1 Credit TECHNOLOGY
Prerequisites: strong knowledge COURSES
of Algebra/Geometry BRAND MARKETING
Grades 9 - 12
Semester 0.5 Credit
This course introduces stu-
dents to computer science with What makes a great brand with an online portfolio of their
fundamental topics that in- games, programs, and achieve-
great? Marketing of course. In ments.
clude problem solving, design this introductory class students
strategies and methodologies, learn about the exciting world
organization of data (data of marketing and how to create, DIGITAL MARKETING
Grades 9 - 12
structures), approaches to develop, and promote a brand Semester 0.5 Credit
processing data (algorithms), and its products in any indus-
analysis of potential solutions, try. The journey begins with Preparing for the new digital
and the ethical and social the theory of marketing, then economy, Digital Marketing
implications of computing. moves onto the creation of an present the skill sets and know-
The course emphasizes both actual product, followed by its how to be remarkable in this
object-oriented and imperative branding, development, and growing business field. Stu-
problem solving and design. promotion. This is a hands-on dents will learn how to mar-
These techniques represent experience lined up with real ket products or services using
proven approaches for develop- and current case studies to digital technologies, such as the
explore, guest speakers who are internet and mobile phones.
ing solutions that can scale up
gurus in their industries, field Students will be challenged to
from small, simple problems to
trips to successful marketing create advertising campaigns
large, complex problems. firms, and the capacity to turn delivered through digital chan-
an idea into an actual career nels using different search
choice. engines, websites, social media,
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE
PRINCIPLES email, and mobile apps. Follow-
Grades 11 - 12 ing great marketing firms, stu-
Year 1 Credit CODE SAMPLER dents will review and reflect on
Grades 9 - 12
Semester 0.5 Credit digital marketing case studies to
AP Computer Science Princi- learn the keys to success. As a
ples offers a multidisciplinary Computer programming under- final note, the student creates a
approach to teaching the un- lies almost every device in our personalized website to be used
derlying principles of computa- modern world. Students will to promote him/herself to col-
tion. The course will introduce use a variety of Object Oriented leges, internships and future job
students to the creative aspects Programming (OOP) languages opportunities, leading the pack
of programming, abstractions, to create games, and learn the in self-branding and promotion.
algorithms, large data sets, the syntax, structure, and rules of
Internet, cybersecurity con- coding. Languages may include
cerns, and computing impacts. DIGITAL IMAGING &
Scratch, Javascript, and oth- DESIGN 1
AP Computer Science Principles ers, depending on students’ Grades 9 - 12
will give students the oppor- prior experiences. Much of this Semester 0.5 Credit
tunity to use technology to course is self-paced and online,
address real-world problems using the CodeHS program. This course consists of two
and build relevant solutions. Successful students should con- components: digital imaging
Together, these aspects of the tinue on to take either of the AP and layout design. Students will
course make up a rigorous Computer Science courses. All learn digital camera and soft-
and rich curriculum that aims students will complete this class ware use, as well as image pro-
cessing and restoration using engineering design process and
Adobe Photoshop. Students will different fields of engineer- APPLIED
learn to integrate text and imag- ing. Through these projects TECHNOLOGY
es in a publishable format, with during the semester, students COURSES
Adobe Illustrator and some will experience firsthand how
Adobe InDesign. Students will technology and engineering
apply the elements and princi- can benefit society. Projects are
ples of design to digital images showcased each semester. as an art form. Student produc-
and design layouts. Projects like tions will be distributed and pro-
corporate image, logo design, STEAM Design 2 moted as part of the coursework.
brochures, and posters are part Grades 9 - 12
of the program, as well as basic Semester 0.5 Credit
Prerequisite: STEAM Design 1 FILM 2
photography.
Grades 9 - 12
DIGITAL IMAGING & Students will further their Semester 0.5 Credit
understanding of design pro- Prerequisite: Film 1
DESIGN 2
Grades 9 - 12 cess through a series of projects
Semester 1 Credit leveraging wood-working, metal This course is designed for stu-
Prerequisite: DID 1 and digital tools in the Innova- dents who wish to further their
tion Lab. A dedication to safety creative development in story-
Building upon skills learned and responsible use of equip- telling, script/storyboard writing,
in previous classes, this course ment is required of all students and video production. Students
expands the student's under- will research topics, write, film,
standing of design principals in this course as they learn,
with emphasis placed on develop, and present personal direct, produce, and edit their
achieving a strong working projects. When choosing inde- short films and documentaries.
knowledge of professional tools pendent projects, students will Students will work individually or
used in today’s design industry. collaborate in a group. Students
This includes working in Adobe be encouraged to follow their
Photoshop and Illustrator and own interests; possibilities in- will have opportunities to show-
capturing images on mirrorless clude (but not limited to) wear- case their work.
and SLR digital cameras. The able technology, toys, games,
DID2 student will build a port-
folio of quality work, culminat- instruments, and sculptures.
ing in a final project utilizing
their new skills. FILM 1 ROBOTICS 1
Grades 9 - 12 Grades 9 - 12
DID 2 is an extension of DID 1 Semester 0.5 Credit Semester 0.5 Credit
with emphasis on high quality
production of print materials, This beginning-level course will Students will learn electronics,
capturing dynamic high quality introduce students to strategies programming, and mechanical
images with a camera, and cre-
ating thoughtful, polished, and and basic skills needed to ex- engineering, and will apply crit-
effective design concepts and press themselves and communi- ical thinking to solve concrete
compositions. cate powerfully through digital modern day problems. The most
video. Students will begin to important learning goals of this
STEAM Design 1 master the three stages of video course are innovation, persever-
Grades 9 - 12 production and will learn to use ance, teamwork, and communica-
Semester 0.5 Credit
digital video and audio produc- tion. This course will use projects
tion equipment. Students will such as the Green City Challenge
STEAM Design 1 seeks to
also learn to deconstruct, ana- and FIRST (For Inspiration and
stimulate interest in Science,
lyze, and critique film and video Recognition of Science and Tech-
Technology, Engineering, Art
content that is produced pro- nology) Tech Challenges to en-
and Math, (STEAM). With a
fessionally. Analyzing film and gage students in real world prob-
strong emphasis of hands-on,
video will deepen the student’s lem solving.
project-based learning activi-
ties, students will explore the understanding of film and video
ROBOTICS 2 receive a complete perspective
Grades 9 - 12 of how a successful business is APPLIED
Semester 0.5 Credit managed. In addition, students TECHNOLOGY
Prerequisite: Robotics 1 will present their tested busi- COURSES
ness project in international
Students will apply knowledge competitions and the opportu-
that is gained in Robotics 1, nity to turn an idea into a real-
continuing to build upon their ity. and artists putting togeth-
skills and apply critical think- er a photojournalistic book
ing to solve more complex that will be on shelves for
modern day problems. The STARTING YOUR OWN many, many years to come.
most important learning goals BUSINESS What you do in this course
of this course are innovation, Grades 9 - 12 directly affects every person
perseverance, team-work, and Semester 0.5 Credit
in the Carol Morgan School
communication. This course community, but that is not
will use projects within the For the entrepreneur at heart,
all. It also affects members of
FIRST (For Inspiration and starting a new business may
the larger CMS community,
Recognition of Science and seem a bit overwhelming.
future students to CMS, their
Technology) Tech Challenges to In this introductory business
families, and your own fu-
engage students in real world course, students will learn the
ture 38, 58, and 78-year-old
problem solving. Student will necessary skill sets and con-
selves. It is an honor and a
develop innovative solutions cepts to pursue the business
big responsibility to be part of
using progressively sophisticat- idea of their dreams. The main
the yearbook staff! Yearbook,
ed robotics tools, sensors, and topics will include creating an
in a nutshell, is a student-run
programming skills. effective business plan, defin-
business. Being in Yearbook
ing the legal aspects of a new
allows students expansive
RUNNING YOUR OWN BUSI- venture, learn the elements of experience in photography,
NESS a great communication plan,
computer design, personnel
Grades 9 - 12 marketing plan, cash flow
management, advertising
Semester 0.5 Credit projections, leadership devel-
Prerequisite: Starting Your experience, and writing cre-
opment, and global expansion
Own Business or Economics ativity that comes together to
strategies. Students will also
form a book that captures the
have the opportunity to hear
Students will learn the impor- spirit and emotion of CMS.
from guest speakers and view
tance of cash flow and how to This class is different from
successful working businesses.
keep a business going. Other any other class offered in the
Finally, students present their
topics will include: discovering business projects to invited high school and comes with
new ways to keep costs low and Angel investors during CMS more responsibilities.
revenue streams high, placing Biz Shark Tank held at the end
more focus on the importance of each semester for real life
of marketing and sales, as well experience and the opportunity
as ways to exponentially in- to learn how to receive funding
crease profits and run a remark- for their projects.
able business. Students will
learn the tools necessary to test
and measure key performance YEARBOOK
Grades 11 - 12
indicators in order to ensure
that the company’s strategy is Year 1 Credit
in line with its objectives. Stu- Prerequisites: Digital Imaging
dents will have the opportunity & Design 1
to hear from guest speakers and
visit successful businesses to Do you know who you are?
You are historians, journalists,
ARTS
AP 2D STUDIO ART, 2D ART & DRAWING 2
DESIGN & DRAWING Grades 9 - 12
Grades 11 - 12 Semester 0.5 Credit
Year 1 Credit Prerequisite: 2D Art & Drawing ARTS
Prerequisite: 2D Art & Drawing 1
2
Students will develop their
This program provides the only skills in drawing, painting,
American standard for perfor- sculpture, printmaking and their technical and conceptual
mance in the visual arts that applied design, while exploring skills, creating more mean-
allows students to earn college a variety of art materials and ingful art with a focus on
credit and/or advanced place- techniques. Students will learn portfolio design.
ment while still in high school. to self-evaluate and critique art-
Each student is required to AP 3D STUDIO ART & DE-
work and will be able to assess SIGN
submit a portfolio (including and increase their own artistic Grades 11 - 12
his/her goals for each project development. By the end of this Year 1 Credit
and self-reflection upon com- course, students will have a bet- Prerequisite: 3D Art & Design
pletion) for evaluation at the ter understanding of aesthetics 2
end of the year. The portfolio is and of the visual arts.
divided into three areas: Quali- This program provides the
ty, Concentration, and Breadth. 2D ART & DRAWING 3 only American standard for
Students are expected to sub- Grades 10 - 12 performance in the visual arts
mit a minimum of 24 pieces Year 1 Credit that allows students to earn
Prerequisite: 2D Art & Drawing college credit and/or ad-
to complete the requirements. 2
Upon acceptance to this pro- vanced placement while still
gram students can choose be- This is a course in which more in high school. Each student
tween building either a Draw- individual study and project is required to submit a port-
ing or a 2D Design Portfolio. initiation is encouraged, with folio (including his/her goals
supervision. This course is for each project and self-re-
not AP Art, although there are flection upon completion) for
2D ART & DRAWING 1 evaluation at the end of the
similarities. Students are en-
Grades 9 - 12 year. The new version of AP
Semester 0.5 Credit couraged to find areas of inter-
est, research and plan projects, Studio Art for 2023 will in-
and evaluate their own progress clude two sections: Sustained
This is an introductory class Investigation and Selected
designed to help students and success. Sketchbooks are
required as a means to record Works.
become familiar with, and
to apply, the language of the ideas and as a self-evaluation
visual arts for self-expression tool to keep track of projects 3D ART & DESIGN 1
and aesthetic awareness. This and growth. Grades: 9 - 12
will include basic principles of semester 0.5 Credit
design, composition and color In 3-D Art and Design 1, stu-
2D ART & DRAWING 4
theory, drawing and painting Grades 11 - 12 dents will explore a variety
skills. Art and design history Year 1 Credit of tactile materials to under-
are incorporated into course Prerequisite: 2D Art & Drawing stand how three-dimensional
activities through research of 3 art interacts with the environ-
visual artists and by applying ment in a workshop format.
art history movements into 2D Art & Drawing 4 is de- To accomplish this goal, stu-
their personal artwork. signed for those students who, dents will use techniques and
after completing Art 3, want media, both traditional and
to continue exploring their art experimental, expand upon
with deeper content, refining their problem-solving skills,
develop their ability to take investigated further by students
risks creatively, and investigate if they so choose.
art and artists from around the
world. Student work is evalu- 3D ART & DESIGN 4 ARTS
ated using Har-vard’s Studio Grades: 11-12
Habits of Mind. Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite(s): 3D Art & De-
sign 3
3D ART & DESIGN 2 music through different types
Semester 0.5 Credit of notation and through oral/
In this higher level course,
Prerequisites: 3D Art & aural transmission. Atten-
students will tailor their study.
Design 1 dance and participation at
Students will make proposals
all rehearsals, performances,
for the course that will guide
In 3-D Art and Design 2, stu- and activities is mandatory.
them to create a body of work
dents will continue to explore Instruments must be provid-
that is rich in meaning and
a variety of tactile materials to well-crafted. Student artists will ed by the student, with the
understand how three-dimen- exception of percussion and
deeply explore limited media of
sional art interacts with the large or specialty instruments.
their choice and use the Studio
environment in a workshop for- Habits of Mind to guide the
mat. To accomplish this goal, SYMPHONIC BAND / POPU-
development of their work. The
students will use techniques instructor will assist the student LAR MUSIC
and media, both traditional and when requested and needed. Grades 9 - 12
Year 1 Credit
experimental, expand upon Individual meetings, peer cri- Prerequisite: Three years of
their problem-solving skills, tiques, and group critiques will experience(MS Beginning,
develop their ability to take be a large part of the course. MS Advanced, and Concert
risks creatively, and investigate Band).
art and artists from around the CONCERT BAND / POPULAR Audition required.
world. Student work is eval- MUSIC
uated using Harvard’s Studio This is a higher level perfor-
Grades 9 - 12 mance based course demon-
Habits of Mind. Year 1 Credit strating accomplished mu-
Prerequisite: 2 years of expe- sical skills in concert band,
3D ART & DESIGN 3
Grades: 11-12 rience with an instrument or pop, and rock bands, and
Year 1 Credit teacher audition diverse world instrumental
Prerequisite(s): 3D Art & De- techniques. Repertoire will
sign 2, or a combination of 2D This is a performance based meet the needs of advanced
and 3D Art & Design 1 & 2 course demonstrating devel- students who play band in-
oping musical skills in concert struments, guitar, bass, piano,
In this higher level course, band, pop, and rock bands, orchestral strings, or diverse
students will tailor their study. and diverse world instrumen-
instruments from around the
Each student will devise a tal techniques. Repertoire will world. Instruction will include
thematic approach to their meet the needs of developing full group rehearsals along
work, and explore 3D media level students who play band in- with ensemble work in small-
the student is interested in and struments, guitar, bass, piano,
er groups. On-going advanced
best suits their theme. Regular orchestral strings, or diverse
study of proper technique and
meetings with the instructor instruments from around the musicianship will continue.
and group critiques will guide world. Instruction will include Students will experience for-
the students’ growth and de- full group rehearsals along mal and non formal learning
velopment. The instructor will with ensemble work in smaller
opportunities, learning music
continue to introduce new groups. Students will experi- through different types of no-
media, artists, and techniques ence formal and non formal tation and through oral/aural
throughout the course which learning opportunities, learning transmission. Attendance and
will be discussed as a class and
participation at all rehearsals, class for those who want to try
performances, and activities is something new, who want to
mandatory. Instruments must give it a try at dancing, who
be provided by the student, with want to learn some moves, and ARTS
the exception of percussion and have fun while at it. Students
large or specialty instruments. will experience dancing and
music of all types and genres.
CONCERT CHOIR minute plays, adapting sto-
Grades 9 - 12 DANCE: FITNESS ries for the stage, developing
YEAR 1 Credit Grades 9-12 acting techniques, and per-
Semester 0.5 Credit forming a full length or one
This course is available to all act play.
high school students without Dancing for fun, as a means for
audition. All students are eligi- exercise and general physical
ble as long as they have a keen well-being. Filled with exercises THEATER ARTS 2:
interest in singing. Students meant to keep the body ADVANCED
will learn proper singing and in shape, strengthen core, Grades 10 - 12
performing techniques, as well improve resistance and cardio- Year 1 Credit
as theory and music reading Prerequisite: Theater Arts 1A
vascular health, as well as tone or Theater Arts 1B
skills. Concepts and musical body muscles. This class uses
repertoire will be intermediate dance as a way to be physically Theatre Arts 2 is the most
to advanced. Students will sing and mentally fit creating a per- advanced drama and theatre
a variety of musical styles and fect balance between the two. course at CMS, and as such it
be required to perform in three is a model of the professional
to four concerts. DIGITAL IMAGING AND and collegiate theatre envi-
DESIGN - see Applied Tech ronments. The course moves
ADVANCED CHOIR
(VOX CANTORUM) quickly changing each year to
FILM 1- see Applied Tech best fit the needs and desires
Grades 9 - 12
Year 1 Credit of the students. Units are
FILM 2- see Applied Tech
Prerequisite: Audition highly specialized, and there
is a major focus on leader-
THEATER ARTS 1 A
This is a high-level, perfor- ship. Students will direct,
mance-based course where stu- produce, design, and build
Grades 9 - 12
dents apply advanced musical Semester 0.5 Credit for each other along with
skills in a choral setting. Stu- performing. Students will also
dents will perform challenging In Theatre Arts 1A, we will be develop, design, and build
and sophisticated repertoire. studying improvisation, charac- their own website portfolio
Ongoing advanced study of complete with photos, vid-
ter development, story-telling,
proper vocal technique, ensem- eos, and professional acting
scene study, and introductory
ble technique, sight-reading, materials.
voice acting techniques.
and theory will continue as
needed. Students can serve as YEARBOOK-see Applied Tech
section leaders and officers. Please note this class can be
Attendance and participation taken as a singular class or
at all rehearsals, performances combined with begining.
and activities is expected.
THEATER ARTS 1 B
DANCE: INTRODUCTION Grades 9 - 12
Grades 9-12 Semester 0.5 Credit
Semester 0.5 Credit
In Theatre Arts 1B, we will be
First years into dance. Perfect writing and performing ten
ENGLISH

English 9-12
ENGLISH 9 they read. Reading will include
Grade 9 independent reflection, and
Year 1 Credit both small and large group
Prerequisite: English Grade 8 discussions. The writing pro- ENGLISH
cess includes independent and
Language is not a puzzle to collaborative participation, stu-
be solved, it is a game to be dent presentations, and explo-
played. This course focuses ration of the narrative capacity vant to different disciplinary
on the study of fundamen- and rhetorical impact of visual fields and to the general
tal concepts of literature and media. Students will engage in public. Through these read-
language, helping students ings, students will learn about
various modes of writing, with the different analytic frame-
develop the creative and criti- a particular emphasis on argu-
cal thinking skills necessary for mentative and analytical writ- works and assumptions that
various writers -- and they
long-term academic success, ing, the development of clearly themselves -- bring to such
and improving students’ read- organized, well-supported conversations. Students in
ing and writing practices. Over prose, and narrative and cre- ICC will question reasonably
the course of the year, students ative expression. Texts include the ideas of others, evaluate
will develop critical reading classical and contemporary po- rationally those positions, and
and metacognitive skills, build etry, graphic novels, memoirs, develop t thoughtfully their
academic vocabulary, and hone nonfiction, and other related own claims and analyses. The
course culminates with each
their understanding of the theo- nonfiction texts. Instruction student creating and pre-
ry and practice of English gram- and assessment for the course senting a portfolio of original
mar and syntax. Academic suc- are aligned with Common Core work, illustrating individual
cess skills, including effective Standards for English Language year-long growth as a reader,
note-taking and information Arts Grades 9/10. writer, and thinker.
management strategies, digi-
tal literacy, and the ability to ENGLISH 12
ENGLISH 11
work effectively independently Grade 11 Grade 12
and in groups, are also a ma- Year 1 Credit
Year 1 Credit
jor component of the course. Prerequisite: English 11
Prerequisite: English 10
Readings include short stories,
a novella, non-fiction, tragedy, English 12 is a yearlong
This course centers on the cul-
poetry, epic poetry, and a con- tivation of reading, writing, and course that centers on the
temporary novel. Instruction analytic skills needed in univer- philosophy that everything
and assessment for the course sity and beyond. The aim of this is an argument. It will con-
are aligned with Common Core course is twofold. The first goal tinue the development of the
Standards for English Language is to prepare students for the reading, writing, and analyt-
and Literature. writing skills and assignments
needed in their post-secondary ical skills that you will need
pursuits. Writing assignments to succeed in university and
ENGLISH 10 will focus on expressive, expos- beyond. All writing assign-
Grade 10 itory, and persuasive essays. ments will focus on exam-
Year 1 Credit Particular attention will be
given to effective expression, ining argument through a
Prerequisite: English 9 clear structure, adequate de- variety of genres and styles of
velopment, and documentation argument: You'll write narra-
This course focuses on reading, and synthesis of researched tive arguments, informative
analyzing, and writing about sources. The second aim is to arguments, and arguments
classical and contemporary teach students to pursue ac-
ademic inquiry with an open of fact, judgment, and policy.
world literature. Class assign-
ments will require students to mind. We will do this through The reading assignments will
read, write, and think critical- reading issue-oriented material cover different types of infor-
designed to invite discussion mational (articles, research,
ly and creatively about what and examination of topics rele-
memoirs, podcasts, etc.) and ical Analysis, Argument, and
literary texts (books, short sto- Synthesis. Through the course
ries, etc.). The year will culmi- of our study, students will learn
nate in an extended argument skills for all sections of the test. ENGLISH
of policy essay in which you will
research an issue, argue why
AP LITERATURE &
it is a problem, and then argue COMPOSITION and will culminate in the pro-
for a researched possible solu- Grades 11-12 duction of a chapbook or literary
tion, much in the same vein as Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: English 10/11 >= magazine. Students who enroll in
your extended research essay of
85% the course should be prepared to
Grade 11. work with both classical and con-
The AP English Literature and temporary models, and should
AP LANGUAGE & Composition course aligns to be els, and should be willing and
COMPOSITION an introductory college-level even eager to write daily.
Grades 11-12 literary analysis course. The
Year 1 Credit course engages students in the
Prerequisite: English 10 at
>=85% close reading and critical anal- FILM AS LITERATURE
ysis of imaginative literature to Grades 9 - 12
Semester 0.5 Credit
AP Language and Composition deepen their understanding of
is a course devoted to explor- the ways writers use language
This course investigates relation-
ing the art and craft of writing. to provide both meaning and ships between two media, film
While studying many short pleasure. As they read, students
consider a work’s structure, and literature, studying works
nonfiction texts, students will linked across the two media by
focus more on the language and style, and themes, as well as genre, topic, and style. It aims to
structures authors use to devel- its use of figurative language, sharpen appreciation of major
op good arguments. In addition, imagery, symbolism, and tone. works of cinema and of literary
students will read a variety of Writing assignments include
narrative. We will look at written
significant texts to further their expository, analytical, and ar- texts which have been trans-
study of language. As with any gumentative essays that require posed to the screen as well as
higher level thought, students students to analyze and inter-
pret literary works. investigate original screenplays
will be expected to think criti- and films to discover the ways
cally, to analyze, to synthesize, in which these stories work in
and to join in collaborative CONTEMPORARY
LITERATURE & terms of our understanding of the
discussions. Students will nature of literature and the role
CREATIVE WRITING
write analytical essays to fur- Grades 9 - 12 it plays in our lives. Please note
ther their knowledge of and to Semester 0.5 Credit that while the emphasis is on the
practice composition. We will visual text of film, students are
work towards completing any This workshop course will expected to read from and write
required materials for national provide students with authen- about traditional texts as well,
assessments together, as well as tic opportunities to explore the including various fiction and non-
to prepare for the AP exam in worlds we create and discover fiction works.
May. through the practice of writing.
Students will practice tech- MYTHOLOGY AS LITERATURE
The Advanced Placement Exam niques associated with creative Grades 9 - 12
is a national test distributed writing across genres, includ- Semester 0.5 Credit
by the College Board in May. ing short fiction, flash-fiction,
The exam consists of a multi- memoir, creative non-fiction, This course is designed as a sur-
ple choice section containing drama/screenwriting, and poet- vey of mythology across cultures
forty-five questions, and three ry. The course is project-based, and throughout human history.
short essay questions: Rhetor- We will explore a range of critical
perspectives, including mytho-
logical approaches, psycholog-
ical approaches, and cross-cul-
tural comparative approaches. ENGLISH
The first quarter of the course
will focus on creation mytholo-
gy, the second will focus on the
hero cycle. Students will read
and write reflectively, analyti-
cally, and for research purpos-
es.

PUBLIC SPEAKING &

PERFORMANCE
Grades 9 - 12
Year 0.5 Credit

If public speaking is the lead-

ing cause of fear, and if fears
are best overcome when con-
quered head on, then logic
tells us there is but one path
ahead: get up and speak! In
this performance-based course,
students will develop critical
thinking skills in alignment
with the organizational process
of speechwriting. Since critical
thinking is directly linked with
structuring arguments effective-
ly, much of the course will be
devoted to refining this crucial
skill. Students will learn vital
presentation skills to prepare
them for lifelong personal, pro-
fessional, civic, and academic
success. Public speaking oppor-
tunities will include staggered
impromptu speeches through-
out the semester, a persuasive
speech, a dramatic performance
(such as slam poetry or oral
interpretation of literature).
 HEALTH & PHYSICAL
EDUCATION

DANCE: FITNESS-see Arts

PE 2
DANCE: INTRODUCTION-see Grade 10
Arts Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: PE 1
PE 1 This course will allow students
Grade 9 to demonstrate and implement
Year 1 Credit
skills acquired from PE 1 at a
This course focuses on the ho- high level. It will include sports
listic development of students management, the organization
during the beginning of their of competitions, tournaments,
adolescent growth phase. Stu- training, and injury preven-
dents will learn how to develop, tion. Students will participate,
identify and maintain their intramurals of sporting activi-
personal health (emotional, in- ties organized and run by their
tellectual, physical, and social). peers and continue to improve
Students will do this through their personal health through
non-sporting and sport-related life-long oriented habits and
activities that cater to students' activities
needs. Students should be able
to demonstrate their learning
in various non-traditional ways
that will help foster 21st-centu-
ry skill development.
 MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA 1 GEOMETRY ALGEBRA 2 & TRIG

Grade 9 Grades 9-10 Grades 10- 12
Year 1 Credit Year 1 Credit Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 (Grade Prerequisite: Geometry (after or
Algebra 1 is a beginning high >= 70%) concurrent with requirements
met for advancement in mathe-
school math course. It starts matics)
with an extension of variables, Geometry is designed to give
exponents, equations, inequal- students the skills needed to This second level algebra course
ities, functions, and operations develop and promote the ability builds on skills and concepts de-
on real numbers. A strong em- to think in multiple dimensions veloped in Algebra I and Geome-
phasis is placed on learning geometrically. This type of
thinking will allow students to try and moves on to an introduc-
how to reason and communi- tion to trigonometry. Linear and
cate mathematically. Key topics become better critical think- quadratic equations, inequalities,
include simplification and eval- ers, as it enhances their abil- and systems are reviewed and
uation of algebraic expressions, ity to model situations with expanded upon in the first quar-
solving, writing, and graphing diagrams, reason abstractly,
construct viable arguments, ter. During the next two quarters,
equations and inequalities, new topics such as transforming
using exponential expressions, and solve real-world problems. functions, complex numbers, ex-
factoring polynomials, writing Topics included in this course
ponential and logarithmic equa-
and graphing linear equations, are: logic and proofs, triangles tions, and rational expressions
and systems of linear equations. and their properties, parallel are covered. Trigonometry, prob-
Students who successfully com- lines and polygons, perimeter ability and statistics are covered
plete Algebra 1 with a 70% or and area analysis, volume and
in the final quarter. Algebra II
better will take Geometry as 10th surface area analysis, similarity and Trigonometry provides the
graders. and congruence, trigonometry,
and analytic geometry. foundation for students to contin-
ue studies in PreCalculus.
PRECALCULUS prepare students for AP Calcu-
Grades 10 - 12 lus. It provides excellent prepa-
Year 1 Credit ration for college mathematics.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 & Trigo-
nometry MATH
CALCULUS
PreCalculus begins with a Grades 11-12
review of real numbers, expo- Year 1 Credit
nents, radicals, polynomials, analytically, and verbally, and
Prerequisite: PreCalculus
linear and quadratic equations, to make connections amongst
inequalities, functions systems these representations. Students
Calculus begins with a review
and graphs. Exponential and learn how to use technology
of polynomials and trigono-
logarithmic function are re- metric functions, functions and to help solve problems, exper-
viewed and expanded upon. graphs. Topics included in the iment, interpret results, and
Trigonometric functions, their course are: limits, continuity, support conclusions.
inverses and triangular trigo- and differentiation of algebraic,
nometry are studied. Other top- trigonometric, and logarithmic AP CALCULUS BC
ics included in the course are Grades 11 - 12
functions, velocity, acceleration, Year 1 Credit
complex numbers, sequences, related rates, application of de-
summation notation, matrices Prerequisite: Advanced PreCal-
rivative, definite and indefinite culus, PreCalculus (Grade >=
and linear programming. This integrals, Riemann sums, area 85%) or AP Calculus AB
course prepares students for under the curve, the fundamen-
Calculus and Pruebas Naciona- tal theorem of calculus, aver- AP Calculus BC is roughly
les, as well as excellent prepara- age value and its application is equivalent to both first and
tion for college mathematics. studied in depth. The purpose second semester college cal-
of the course is to prepare the culus courses. It extends the
student for college calculus. (i.e. content learned in AB to differ-
ADVANCED PRECALCULUS student will major in business, ent types of equations (polar,
Grades 10 - 11
Year 1 Credit engineering, science, etc.). parametric, vector-valued) and
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 & new topics (such as Euler’s
Trigonometry (Grade >= 90%) method, integration by parts,
AP CALCULUS AB partial fraction decomposition,
Grades 11 - 12 and improper integrals), and
Advanced PreCalculus briefly Year 1 Credit
reviews real numbers, expo- introduces the topic of sequenc-
Prerequisite: Advanced PreCal-
nents, radicals, polynomials, culus or PreCalculus (Grade >= es and series. The AP course
linear and quadratic equations, 85%) covers topics in differential
inequalities, functions sys- and integral calculus, including
tems and graphs. Exponential AP Calculus AB is roughly concepts and skills of limits,
and logarithmic function are equivalent to a first semester derivatives, definite integrals,
reviewed and expanded upon college calculus course devot- the Fundamental Theorem of
in more depth. Trigonometric Calculus, and series. The course
ed to topics in differential and
functions, their inverses and teaches students to approach
integral calculus. The AP course
triangular trigonometry are calculus concepts and prob-
covers topics in these areas, lems when they are represent-
studied in depth. Other top- including concepts and skills
ics included in the course are ed graphically, numerically,
of limits, derivatives, definite analytically, and verbally, and
complex numbers, sequences,
integrals, and the Fundamen- to make connections amongst
summation notation, matri-
ces, vectors, an introduction to tal Theorem of Calculus. The these representations. Students
statistics, limits and derivatives. course teaches students to learn how to use technology
This is a more rigorous and approach calculus concepts and to help solve problems, exper-
faster paced course than regular problems when they are repre- iment, interpret results, and
PreCalculus and is intended to sented graphically, numerically, support conclusions.
PROBABILITY &
STATISTICS
Grades 11 - 12
Year 1 Credit MATH
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 &
Trigonometry

The Probability and Statis-

tics course is an introductory
course in statistics. The course Some exceptions may
introduces students to the ma- be made to math course
jor concepts and tools for col- placement under special
lecting, analyzing, and drawing circumstances. Students
conclusions from data. There need to discuss alter-
are four themes in the Prob- native pathways with a
ability and Statistics course: high school counselor.
exploring data, sampling and
experimentation, anticipating
patterns, and statistical infer-
ence. Students use technology,
investigations, problem solving,
and writing as they build con-
ceptual understanding.

AP STATISTICS
Grades 11 - 12
Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 &
Trigonometry (Grade >=85%)

The AP Statistics course is

equivalent to a semester, in-
troductory, noncalculus-based
college course in statistics. The
course introduces students to
the major concepts and tools
for collecting, analyzing, and
drawing conclusions from data.
There are four themes in the
AP Statistics course: exploring
data, sampling and experimen-
tation, anticipating patterns,
and statistical inference. Stu-
dents use technology, investi-
gations, problem solving, and
writing as they build conceptual
understanding.
 SCIENCE

EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE ple planetarium changes, star students will predict the types
Grade 9 charts, stellar spectrum, planet of products, and the amounts of
Year 1 Credit orbits, wax tectonics, extraterres- these products, that are created.
Prerequisite: 8th grade math trial tectonics, simulated deep Students will analyze reactions
(Required if IN Alg 1 in GR 9 )
ocean currents, topography of that reverse themselves, and the
physical features, rock classifica- equilibrium positions that are
Earth & Space Science focuses
tion, and studies of the fault on created when this happen, pass-
on the entire physical universe
Hispaniola. ing of electrical energy between
that we are surrounded by.
atoms. Investigating reactions
Students will study large objects
CHEMISTRY involving increasing energies
in space: stars, nebulae, and Grades 9 - 10 will allow students to analyze
planets. The planet studies will Year 1 Credit the structures inside the atom
include the how Earth’s oceans, Prerequisite: Algebra 1
and accurately predict their
land masses, and atmospheres
place on the periodic table.
were formed. Processes cov- Chemistry focuses on the in-
ered include formation of stars, teractions of matter. These
AP CHEMISTRY
nebula, planets, oceans, and interactions will be based on Grades 11 - 12
atmospheres. Other processes experiments conducted in lab Year 1 Credit
will include the motion of galax- and discoveries of significant Prerequisites: Chemistry &
ies and planets, land masses, chemists. Students will begin this Algebra 2
oceans, and the atmosphere. investigation by learning about
Additionally, the course ex- types of bonds and the forces The AP Chemistry course
plores how these motions will that keep atoms together. The provides students with a col-
lead to predictable global and mystery of how chemical reac- lege-level foundation to support
universal changes. Experiments tions occur will be revealed with future advanced coursework in
will include things such as sim- engaging laboratory experiments,
chemistry. Students cultivate PHYSICS
their understanding of chem- Grades 11 - 12
istry through inquirybased Year 1 Credit
investigations, as they explore Prerequisite: Biology & com- SCIENCE
topics such as: atomic struc- pleted or concurrently enrolled
in Algebra 2 (Required for
ture, intermolecular forces and Dominican Universities)
bonding, chemical reactions,
kinetics, thermodynamics, and AP PHYSICS 2
This course introduces students Grades 11 - 12
equilibrium. to the fundamental laws gov- Year 1 Credit
erning the physical world with Prerequisites: AP Physics 1,
BIOLOGY
Grade 10 - 11 an emphasis on critical think- completed or concurrently en-
Year 1 Credit ing, problem-solving methods, rolled in Precalculus
Prerequisite: Chemistry laboratory techniques, scientific
inquiry, and engineering prac- AP Physics 2 is an alge-
Biology, the study of life, is an tices. Topics such as measure- bra-based, introductory col-
introductory high school course ment, kinematics, dynamics, lege-level physics course.
designed to develop a student’s waves and sound, light and Students cultivate their under-
understanding and appreci- optics, current electricity, standing of Physics through
ation of the living world and and energy will be explored. inquiry-based investigations
the mechanisms which drive Concepts presented will be as they explore topics such
it. Major biological processes reinforced through lectures, as fluid statics and dynamics,
and mechanisms will be studied student activities and labora- thermo-dynamics with kinetic
such as evolution, macromol- tory experiments. Students are theory, PV diagrams and prob-
ecules critical to life, genetics, expected to be self-motivated, ability, electrostatics, electrical
and ecosystems. Critical think- able to work independently as circuits with capacitors, mag-
ing, interpretation of data, well as in small groups. The netic fields, electromagnetism,
and application of concepts course requires a familiarity physical and geometric optics,
are emphasized in this course. with laboratory techniques and and quantum, atomic, and nu-
Laboratories and other practical basic numerical analysis. clear physics.
activities will be used to develop
AP PHYSICS 1 AP ENVIRONMENTAL
and give meaning to concepts Grades 11 - 12
via the scientific method and SCIENCE
Year 1 Credit Grade 11-12
laboratory skills. Prerequisites: Biology at >= Year 1 Credit
85%, completed or concurrent- Prerequisite: Biology, Chemis-
AP BIOLOGY ly enrolled in Algebra 2 try at >= 85%, Algebra 1
Grades 11 - 12
Year 1 Credit AP Physics 1 is an alge-
Prerequisite: Biology & Chemis- The AP Environmental Science
try at >= 85% bra-based, introductory col- course is designed to be the
lege-level physics course that equivalent of an introductory
AP Biology is an introductory can be taken instead of Physics. college course in environmen-
college-level biology course. Students cultivate their under- tal science, through which
Students cultivate their under- standing of Physics through students engage with the sci-
standing of biology through inquiry-based investigations entific principles, concepts,
inquiry-based investigations as as they explore topics such as and methodologies required to
they explore the following top- Newtonian mechanics (includ- understand the interrelation-
ics: evolution, cellular processes ing rotational motion), work, ships of the natural world. The
- energy and communication, energy, and power, mechanical course requires that students
genetics, information transfer, waves and sound, and simple identify and analyze natural and
ecology, and interactions. circuits. human-made environmental
problems, evaluate the rela-
tive risks associated with these This course presents the basic
problems, and examine alterna- principles of Astronomy, fluid
tive solutions for resolving or dynamics, aerodynamics, or-
preventing them. Environmen- bital mechanics and introduc- SCIENCE
tal Science is interdisciplinary,tory rocket science. The course
embracing topics from geology, will include both hands-on
biology, environmental studies, and design principles, namely,
environmental science, chemis- students will be designing and
try, and geography. testing various wing patterns to
analyze lift, designing various
flow patterns to analyze laminar
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY and turbulent flow, and design
Grades: 11 - 12 nozzle and rocket bodies for
Year 1 Credit testing as well. Students will be
Prerequisite: Biology
building and flying planes and
rockets, as well as simulating
Human Anatomy and Physiolo-
orbiting spacecraft.
gy is a laboratory-based course
that investigates the structure
and function of the human MARINE BIOLOGY
body. Topics covered will in- Grades 9 - 12
clude the basic organization of Semester 0.5 Credit
the body, biochemical compo-
sition, and major body systems This course is for students who
along with the impact of diseas- are interested in understand-
es on certain systems. Students ing the basic concepts of Ma-
will engage in many topics and rine Biology. It is intended for
competencies related to truly students of all levels who are
understanding the structure motivated to learn more about
and function of the human the oceans of the world and
body. Working from the topics organisms that live in them.
of basic anatomical terminology The course includes the study
to the biochemical composition of the ocean environment,
of the human body, all the marine ecosystems around the
way into great detail of each of world at various depths, marine
the major systems of the body, organisms of our own coastal
students will learn through area, and the impact of hu-
reading materials, study guides, mans on these systems. A field
unit worksheets, group work, trip is organized to study local
projects, and labs. High levels coastal ecosystems as part of
of achievement will be in effect. the course. The major areas of
Students will be responsible for study will include the follow-
proper use of lab equipment, ing topics: ocean environment,
lab reports, and projects as- chemical and physical factors,
signed throughout each unit. marine ecology, plankton, coral
reefs, and studying the various
organisms that exist in marine
ASTRONOMY biomes from the intertidal zone
to the deep sea.
Grades: 9 - 12
Semester 0.5 Credit
SOCIAL STUDIES

REQUIRED COURSES

ELECTIVES AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

Grade 9-10
Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: MIN B-average
in previous SS Course.

The purpose of the AP Hu-

man Geography course is to
introduce students to the sys-
tematic study of patterns and
processes that have shaped
human understanding, use,
and alteration of Earth’s sur-
face. Students employ spatial
concepts and landscape anal-
ysis to examine human social
organization and its environ-
mental consequences. They
also learn about the methods
and tools geographers use in
their research and applica-
tions. Students sit for the AP
Human Geography exam in
May.
GEOGRAPHY ysis effectively through written
Grade 9 work and oral presentations.
Year 1 Credit SOCIAL
STUDIES
Geography focuses on the
relationships among people, AP WORLD HISTORY
places, and environments that Grade 10
result in geographic patterns on Year 1 Credit the political structures; policies;
earth. This course will challenge Prerequisite: AP Human Ge- and political, economic, and
students to develop geograph- ography or Global History & social challenges of different
ic skills, including learning to Geography 1 plus student writ- countries. Students compare the
effectiveness of approaches to
interpret maps, analyze data, ing sample. many global issues by examining
and compare theories. Through how different governments solve
interactive content, students AP World History is equivalent similar problems. They will also
will gain an understanding of engage in disciplinary practices
to a two-semester introductory that require them to read and
the development of modern university world history course. interpret data, make comparisons
civilization and human systems In AP World History students and applications, and develop
from the agricultural revolution investigate significant events, evidence-based arguments.
to the technological revolution. individuals, developments,
Students will analyze econom- and processes in four historical
ic trends as well as compare AP MACROECONOMICS
periods from approximately
global markets and urban Grades 11 - 12
1300 C.E. to the present. Stu- Year 1 Credit
environments. The course is dents develop and use the same Prerequisite: AP Microeconomics
multidisciplinary with units of skills, practices, and methods (recommended)
study including: population and employed by historians: ana-
migration, cultural geography, lyzing primary and secondary AP Macroeconomics is a year-
economic geography, political sources, developing historical long, college-level course de-
geography, and urban geogra- arguments, making historical signed to provide students with
phy. comparisons, and utilizing the analytic and critical thinking
reasoning about contextualiza- skills for the business world and
tion, causation, and continuity beyond. The course promotes the
GLOBAL HISTORY and change over time. Students understanding of aggregate eco-
Grade 10
Year 1 Credit explore six thematic units in nomic activity and the utilization
order to make connections and allocation of resources with-
Students will participate in among historical developments in and across countries through
a study of major events and in different times and places: examination of economic indica-
themes in modern world history Humans and the Enviroment, tors, economic policy, trade, and
ranging from the mid-1500's Cultural Development and In- foreign exchange. Students will
through the beginning of the teractions, Governance, Eco- learn how to generate, interpret,
21st century. Inquiries will be nomic Systems, Social Inter- label, and analyze graphs, charts,
made into the social, political, actions and Organization, and and data to describe and explain
religious, intellectual, techno- Technology and Innovation. economic concepts.
logical, and economic develop-
ments across the globe. Special AP
MENT
COMPARATIVE GOVER- AP MICROECONOMICS
Grades 11 - 12
focus will be given to the role Grades 12 Year 1 Credit
of revolutions, imperialism and Year 1 Credit
decolonization, modern war-
AP Microeconomics is a year-
fare, and globalization. Stu- AP Comparative Government long, college-level course de-
dents will learn to use primary and Politics introduces stu-
dents to the rich diversity of signed to provide students with
and secondary sources to crit-
political life outside the United the analytic and critical thinking
ically assess historical events States. The course uses a com- skills for the world of business
and to communicate their anal- parative approach to examine
and beyond. The course focus- AP United States History is
es on the study of individual equivalent to a two-semester in-
decision-making by consumers troductory university U.S. histo- SOCIAL
and firms; the utilization and ry course. In APUSH, students STUDIES
allocation of resources within investigate significant events,
markets; and the various as- individuals, developments, and
pects of market structures and processes in nine historical pe-
the firms and consumers there- riods from approximately 1491 cation. Online documents, pri-
in. Students will learn how to to the present. Students develop mary sources, documentaries,
generate, interpret, label, and and use the same skills, practic- and other authentic resourc-
analyze graphs, charts, and data es, and methods employed by es are incorporated into this
to describe and explain eco- historians: analyzing primary course to encourage students
nomic concepts. and secondary sources, devel- to apply critical thinking skills,
oping historical arguments, problem solving strategies, and
making historical comparisons, deep understanding of the Do-
AP PSYCHOLOGY and utilizing reasoning about minican History.
Grades 11 - 12 contextualization, causation,
Year 1 Credit
and continuity, and change over
time. The course uses seven INTERNATIONAL
The AP Psychology course themes in order to make con- RELATIONS
introduces students to the Grades 9 - 11
nections over time and place: Year 0.5 Credit
systematic and scientific study National Identity, Migration
of human behavior and mental and Settlement, Politics and
processes. While considering This course serves as an intro-
Power, Work, Exchange, and
the psychologists and studies duction to the study of modern
Technology, America in the
that have shaped the field, stu- World, Geography and the international relations while
dents explore and apply psycho- Environment; and Culture and encouraging active participa-
logical theories, key concepts, tion in Model United Nations
Society.
and phenomena that include (MUN). The goal of the course
topics such as the biological is to teach students basic con-
bases of behavior, sensation cepts and theories that are use-
DOMINICAN HISTORY &
and perception, learning and ful for making sense of contem-
GEOGRAPHY
cognition, motivation, develop- Grades 11-12 porary debates and challenges
mental psychology, testing and Year 1 Credit in international politics. Major
individual differences, treat- Prerequisite: Adv Spanish Lan- topics include international co-
ment of abnormal behavior, and guage Proficiency (Required for operation, security and conflict,
social psychology. Throughout Dominican Universities) trade, international law, and
the course, students employ human rights. However, the
psychological research meth- In order to understand present instructor reserves the right to
ods, including ethical consider- and current trends of the Do- alter readings to accommodate
ations, as they use the scientific minican society, students need developing current events or
method, evaluate claims and to understand the impact and MUN topics and conference
evidence, and effectively com- relevance of Dominican histor- assignments.
municate ideas. ical events and how geography
has shaped its culture and econ-
omy. The goals of the course are INTRODUCTION TO
AP UNITED STATES HISTORY directed to ensure that students PSYCHOLOGY
Grade 11 acquire the fundamental knowl- Grades 10 - 12
Year 1 Credit edge about the Dominican Semester 0.5 Credit
Prerequisite: Geography and history and geography, while
Global History or AP Human developing the skills, strategies This course introduces students
Geography and AP World His- and habits of mind required for to the systematic and scien-
tory tific study of human behavior
effective inquiry and communi-
and mental processes. While
considering the psychologists
and studies that have shaped SOCIAL
the field, students explore and STUDIES
apply psychological theories,
key concepts, and phenomena
associated with such topics as
the biological bases of behav-
ior, sensation and perception,
learning and cognition and
developmental psychology.
Throughout the course, stu-
dents employ psychological
research methods, including
ethical considerations, as they
use the scientific method to
evaluate claims and evidence
effectively.

UNITED STATES HISTORY

Grade 11
Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Geography and
Global History or AP World
History or AP Human Geogra-
phy

This year-long course provides

students with a comprehensive
study of United States history.
Beginning with an overview of
pre-Columbian society, stu-
dents examine major events and
themes from the colonial period
into the 20th century. Major
units of study include European
colonization, the American Rev-
olution and Federalist era, the
Civil War and Reconstruction,
the advent of American imperi-
alism, and the rise of the United
States as a world power in the
20th century. Students continue
their development as historians
through research, data inter-
pretation, and the creation of
argumentative essays.
 WORLD LANGUAGES

SPANISH 9 SPANISH 10 foundation for more advanced

Grade 9 Grades 10-12 studies of Spanish Language &
Year 1 Credit Year 1 Credit Hispanic Literature.
Prerequisite: Spanish 8 or Prerequisite: Spanish 9
equivalent course/SSL 5
SPANISH 11 - AP SPANISH
Spanish 10 enables students LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Spanish 9 expands upon the to reach an adequate mastery Grade 11
fundamental skills students of oral and written language Year 1 Credit
have acquired in previous skills, while developing a better Prerequisite: *Spanish 10
years, and focuses on building awareness of current trends and
strength in the areas of gram- cultural values of the Hispan- The AP Spanish Language and
mar, vocabulary, reading, com- ic world. Thematic units shift Culture course emphasizes
prehension, and writing. It also from the fundamental emphasis communication (understanding
introduces the discussion of placed on grammar and spelling and being understood by oth-
literary forms and the use rules to an effective communi- ers) by applying interpersonal,
cative approach and in depth interpretive, and presentational
literature analysis. Upon skills in real-life situations.
the completion of this course,
the student should have a solid
This includes vocabulary usage, AP SPANISH LITERATURE
language control, communi- Grade 12
cation strategies, and cultural Year 1 Credit WORLD
awareness. The AP Spanish Prerequisite: Spanish 10 at > =
90% or AP Spanish Language LANGUAGES
Language and Culture course
strives not to overemphasize The AP Spanish Literature and
grammatical accuracy at the Culture course uses a thematic
expense of communication. Year 1 Credit
approach to introduce students Prerequisite: SSL 1 or level
This course engages students to representative texts (short exam
in an exploration of culture in stories, novels, poetry, and
both contemporary and histori- essays) from Peninsular Span- Spanish 2 is an advanced begin-
cal contexts intended to develop ish, Latin American, and Unit- ner’s course for those who are
students’ awareness and ap- ed States Hispanic literature. at the speech-emergence stage,
preciation of cultural products Students develop proficiencies and already understand basic
(e.g., tools, books, music, laws, across the full range of commu- everyday practical language.
conventions, institutions), prac- nication modes (interpersonal, The emphasis will be on speak-
tices (patterns of social inter- presentational, and interpre- ing and following the correct
actions within a culture), and tive), thereby honing their rules of grammar. Listening,
perspectives (values, attitudes, critical reading and analytical reading and writing skills will
and assumptions). writing skills. Literature is continue to be developed.
examined within the context of
* AP Spanish Language is man- its time and place, as students SPANISH SECOND LAN-
datory for Grade 11 students. GUAGE 3
reflect on the many voices and Grades 9 – 12
A high level proficiency in cultures present in the required
Spanish is required to take this readings. The course also in- Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: SSL 2 or level
course. Students taking Spanish cludes a strong focus on cultural exam
as a foreign language are ex- connections and comparisons,
empt. New students arriving to including exploration of various Spanish 3 is an intermediate
CMS for 11th or 12th grades re- media (e.g., art, film, articles, course, designed for students
quire a placement test in order literary criticism). with a basic understanding of
to determine correct placement the Spanish language and can
based on their language profi- speak in a grammatically cor-
ciency. SPANISH AS A rect fashion. The course focuses
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
on the development of flexibil-
SPANISH 12
Grade 12 ity in oral use of the language
SPANISH SECOND LAN-
Year 1 Credit GUAGE 1 through vocabulary building
Prerequisite: *Spanish 11 Grades 9-12 and monologues. Reading and
Year 1 Credit writing skills are emphasized.
This advanced HS course stud- Prerequisite: Placement test The students are also exposed
ies Spanish American Literature to Spanish and Latin American
through representative works of
major literary figures from the Spanish 1 is a beginning course culture as reflected in a real life
pre-Columbian period to the for those who are at the basic situational context.
present time. In class, you will: comprehension stage of learn-
ing. Listening skills are empha- SPANISH SECOND LAN-
• Read, analyze and inter- GUAGE 4
pret individual selections of sized.
Spanish American Litera- Speaking, reading and writing Grades 9-12
ture skills are developed as well as Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: SSL 3 or Level
correct grammar usage. Exam
• Write diverse text for differ-
ent purposes
SPANISH SECOND LAN- Spanish 4 is an advanced course
• Work collaboratively GUAGE 2 for those who are able to carry
through projects Grades 9-12
on everyday life conversations
with native speakers, but who
need to develop their reading WORLD
and writing skills. Grammar LANGUAGES
and orthography skills are
stressed, but equal emphasis is
given to conversation. This level
has an extensive cultural com-
ponent.

SPANISH SECOND LAN-

GUAGE 5
Grades 9-12
Year 1 Credit
Prerequisite: SSL 4 or Level
Exam

Spanish 5 is a transitional
course to regular Spanish Class-
es. It is designed for advanced
students who need to master in-
terpersonal, interpretative and
presentional communication
skills. It also has a comprehen-
sive cultural component.
ADDITIONAL COURSES EXTENDED LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES
OLC LEVEL 1 STUDY HALL
Grades 9—12 Grades 10 - 12
Year 0 Credit Semester 0 Credit
Prerequisite: Referral Process Required *shows as 0.5 or 1 credit on registration form only for
OLC Level I is not a course in a conventional sense. course selection but counts as 0 credits toward gradu-
It is a support system that enhances the learning of ation
our students. OLC Level I focuses on the fundamental
skills necessary for success in high school and post- Students in grades 11 - 12 may choose one Study Hall
secondary studies by providing identified students block per semester, if they are taking 2 or more AP
with regular access to a High School OLC Learning courses or receive special considerantion from HS
Support Specialist who serves as a mentor and guide administration. During this block, students will be
throughout a semester or school year. By taking assigned to a learning location where they will super-
advantage of enrichment time and other opportuni- vised.
ties, the OLC Level I student and the OLC Learning
Support Specialist collaborate in creating strategies
that improve the student’s organization, creative and Explore & Enrich
critical thinking skills, writing skills, mathematical
reasoning, and study habits. Moreover, if the OLC Areas of Interest
Level I student needs accommodations in her/his
curricular subjects, the OLC Learning Support Spe-
cialist collaborates with the subject-area teachers in
providing those.
Students with strong interest in a field of study may
participate in two independent study options.
OLC LEVEL 2
Grades 9—12 INDEPENDENT STUDY
Year 0 Credit Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Referral Process Required Semester 0.5 Credit
This course focuses on the fundamental skills neces- Prequisite: counselor approval
sary for success in High School and postsecondary
studies by providing identified students a full class Students must seek the approval of and work under
period with the High School OLC Learning Support the supervision of a teacher/mentor. Independent
Specialist. By meeting regularly as a small group Study students must be able to focus and work with-
in a classroom setting, OLC Level II students and out constant supervision. Students are expected to
the OLC Learning Support Specialist collaborate in develop a learning plan, set goals, regularly report
creating strategies that improve the student’s orga- their learning, and self-evaluate their progress.
nization, creative and critical thinking skills, writing
skills, mathematical reasoning, and study habits. VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL
Class time is filled with ungraded activities designed (VHS)
to strengthen a student’s greatest academic needs, GRADES 10-12
guided opportunities for reflection and goal-setting, Prequisite & credit: counselor approval
and one-on-one support sessions. Moreover, if the
OLC Level II student needs accommodations in her/ Students may supplement CMS high school’s offerings
his curricular subjects, the OLC Learning Support by enrolling in VHS courses.
Specialist collaborates with the subject-area teachers
in providing those.