Middle and High School Curriculum Guide 2016-2017
Founded in 1952, Pinewood Preparatory School is an independent, coeducational, college-
preparatory day school. The school is accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools (SACS), the and Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), and the South
Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA). Pinewood holds membership in the National
Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Palmetto Association of Independent
Schools (PAIS). Pinewood Preparatory School admits academically qualified students without
regard to race, creed, color, sex, or national origin.
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The Pinewood school year is composed of Pinewood Diploma: Student must fulfill all credit hour
two semesters each divided into two nine requirements.
week periods. A student's academic tran-
script records all courses he or she has taken Honorary Diploma: Foreign exchange students who
at Pinewood Preparatory School, and the are seniors will receive this diploma upon comple-
grades earned in each course. The transcript tion of all courses taken.
also records numerical averages by year. Pin-
ewood Preparatory School does rank its stu- Fine and Performing Arts Diploma In addition to ful-
dents. International students attending Pin- filling the requirements of a Pinewood diploma, stu-
ewood will not be included in the calculation dents must earn six credits in both fine and perform-
of class rank. ing arts. Students must also fulfill an outside of
school requirement that is approved by the depart-
All students are enrolled in a college- ment.
preparatory program. Pinewood’s numerical
grades and GPA are reported on the tran- Graduation Requirements
script using the South Carolina uniform grad-
ing scale. Pinewood Preparatory School Subject Required Credits
weights grades for Honors and AP classes in English 4
the Upper School. AP course grades are in- Math 4
creased by 1.00 point to the GPA and eight Lab Science 3
points to the numerical average. Honors Foreign Language
course grades are increased by 0.50 points (same language) 3
and four points added to the numerical Social Studies
grade. These weighted averages determine U.S. History 1
honor roll, and they are the numbers report- Government 1
ed on the transcripts to colleges. Economics ½
Leadership Studies ½
Types of Diplomas Computer Science ½
Pinewood grants five different types of diplo- Physical Education 1
mas. All students must complete community Arts Elective 1
service hours, in addition to the academic Electives 1
requirements. 3½
Headmaster Diploma: Students must achieve Concurrent Enrollment Program
at least a 4.00 GPA on the South Carolina
Weighted Scale. They must sit for four AP ex- Pinewood eleventh and twelfth grade students who
ams. Of the core courses in high school, ten meet specific requirements may enroll in college
must be Honors or AP courses. courses that allow them to meet Pinewood gradua-
tion requirements and earn college credit through
Honor Diploma: Students must achieve at our concurrent enrollment program. Course availa-
least a 3.00 GPA on the South Carolina bility and application requirements will be discussed
weighted scale. Of the core courses in high during scheduling meetings.
school, ten must be Honors or AP courses.
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Curriculum Maps 4
Department of English 14
Department of History 22
Department Modern Languages 25
Department of Mathematics 27
Department of Science 31
Department of Technology 35
Department of Fine Arts 36
Leadership Institute Courses 40
Department of Physical Education 42
Other Electives 43
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
English Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
English English English English
English English English
Writing Writing Writing Honors Honors Honors 11th Honors
(9 week (9 week (9 week 9th Grade 10th Grade Grade 12th Grade
course) course) course) English
English English English
Graduation requirements - students must take an English AP English AP English
course each year of high school. Language Literature
Middle School Course
High School CP Credit
High School Honors Credit
High School AP Credit
Pinewood Preparatory School
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Math Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Algebra III
6th Grade Pre Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Algebra III Pre
Math Algebra Calculus
Honors Honors Honors
Algebra I Geometry Geometry Pre Honors
Calculus Pre Calculus
Honors
Graduation requirements - four high school level Algebra II Honors Honors
math courses. Algebra II Statistics
Honors Honors
Pre Calculus Calculus
Middle School Course AP Statistics
High School CP Credit
High School Honors Credit AP Calculus
High School AP Credit AB
AP Calculus
BC
Pinewood Preparatory School
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Science Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Biology Biology Chemistry Physics
Earth Life Physical Honors Environmental
Science Science Science Biology Science
Chemistry Physics
Graduation requirements - three high school lab sci- Honors Environmental Honors
ences Biology, Chemistry and one elective science. Chemistry Science Physics
Middle School Course Honors Honors
High School CP Credit Physics Human
High School Honors Credit Physiology
High School AP Credit Honors
Human AP
Physiology Biology
AP AP
Biology Chemistry
AP AP
Chemistry Environmental
AP Science
Environmental
AP Physics I
Science
AP Physics I
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School History
and Related Studies Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Western Human US History Govern-
Civilization Geography ment
Geography World US History Economics
History
Honors AP
Western European Honors
Civilization US History
History
Graduation requirements - US History, Government AP Human AP US AP
and Economics, and one additional social studies Geography History Govern-
ment
Middle School Course AP AP
High School CP Credit European European
High School Honors Credit
High School AP Credit History History
AP Human AP Human
Geography Geography
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Language Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV
6th Grade 7th Grade Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV
Latin Spanish
Honors Honors Honors Honors AP Spanish
Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV
Middle School Course French I Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III
High School CP Credit
High School Honors Credit Graduation requirements - three high school level
High School AP Credit courses of the same language.
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Arts Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
General Art General Art General Art General Art
Art Art Art Drama I Advanced Advanced Advanced
Music Music Drama Art Art Art
Drama Drama Writing
Writing Writing Idea Lab Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced
Idea Lab Idea Lab Drama Drama Drama Drama
Chorus Chorus Chorus Chorus Chorus
Graduation requirement - one art credit. Guitar/ Guitar/ Guitar/ Guitar/
Middle School Course Piano Piano Piano Piano
High School CP Credit
High School Honors Credit Music Music Music Music
High School AP Credit
Yearbook Yearbook Yearbook
Photography Photography Photography
Honors Honors Honors
Play Production Play Production Play Production
AP Music AP Art
Theory
AP Music
Theory
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Technology Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Art Art Art Computer Computer Computer Computer
Music Music Music Science Science Science Science
Drama Drama Drama
Writing Writing Writing Computer Computer Computer Computer
Idea Lab Idea Lab Idea Lab Programming Programming Programming Programming
Computer Computer Computer Computer
Animation Animation Animation Animation
Graduation requirement - one technolo- Graphic Graphic Graphic Graphic
gy credit. All high school credit classes Design Design Design Design
are nine weeks course that offer .25
credit. Business Business Business Business
Apps Apps Apps Apps
Middle School Course
Computer Computer Computer Computer
High School CP Credit Literacy Literacy Literacy Literacy
High School Honors Credit Web Web Web Web
Design Design Design Design
High School AP Credit
Cyber Cyber Cyber Cyber
Defense Defense Defense Defense
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Physical Education Curriculum
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Speed and Speed and Speed and Speed and
Strength Strength Strength Strength
2 Physical 2 Physical 2 Physical Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball
Education Education Education
classes per classes per Weight Weight Weight Weight
and 1 Training Training Training Training
Health week week
class per
week
Graduation requirement - one P. E. credit. Aerobics Aerobics Aerobics Aerobics
Middle School Course
High School CP Credit
High School Honors Credit
High School AP Credit
Pinewood Preparatory School
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Curriculum Maps
Pinewood Preparatory School
Other High School Electives
Leadership Institute 9-12 Other High School Electives
Leadership Global Psychology Robotics
Studies Citizenship
21st Century Financial Idea Lab Teacher
Communication Literacy Cadet
High School CP
High School Honors
Dual High School/College
Enrollment
Graduation requirements - Classes of 2016,
2017 and 2018 are required to complete
one-half credit of leadership courses for
graduation. Leadership studies is a required
course.
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Course Descriptions
2016-2017
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Department of English
Exploring Our World (Sixth Grade): This course Personal Journeys (Seventh Grade): In this
introduces students to more complex aspects course, students will read a variety of genres,
of literature and writing. The course is divided enhance critical reading skills, write in a variety
into eight units of study, which include short of formats, enrich vocabulary and grammar
fiction, folktales, novels, drama, historical fic- skills, and collaborate and communicate with
tion, nonfiction, biography, and poetry. their peers. Reading will include short stories,
Reading assignments include a variety of novels, drama, poetry, Greek mythology, biog-
works taken from Holt’s Elements of Literature: raphy, and other nonfiction selections. Novels
First Course. Additionally, students will read include The Outsiders and My Louisiana Sky.
the novels The Tiger Rising, by Kate DiCamillo, Students will also study the dramatic version of
The Watsons Go to Birmingham, 1963, by The Diary of Anne Frank and attend a play at
Christopher Paul Curtis, and Fever 1793, by The Dock Street Theatre in Charleston. Text-
Laurie Halse Anderson. In order to enhance books used are Elements of Literature: Second
our study of literary elements, such as setting, Course and the Holt Handbook for Grammar.
character, and theme, students will watch In addition, students will read Gods, Heroes,
the films The Watsons Go to Birmingham and and Monsters, as well as supplemental texts.
Because of Winn Dixie and the televised ver- Summer Reading and Outside Reading pro-
sion of The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street. grams encourage Seventh Grade students to
At the end of the unit on Fever 1793, students explore the world of reading and delight in the
will learn to evaluate and synthesize infor- adventures books can bring. To create a multi-
mation by researching a topic related to the media experience, films are used to enhance
novel and writing an informative, expository the literature. Films for Seventh Grade include
essay. Other portfolio assignments will include The Outsiders, Rudy, The Diary of Anne Frank,
writing an original folktale, a character analy- Clash of the Titans, Places in the Heart, My Loui-
sis, a comparison and contrast essay, a one- siana Sky, Radio, and Flowers for Algernon. Stu-
act play, a personal narrative, and a collec- dents will write the following portfolio pieces:
tion of original poetry. Vocabulary relevant character analysis, expository essay, theme
to each unit and grammar from the Holt analysis, text-to-self, original short story, original
Handbook will be studied throughout the myth, original sonnet, and biography of a class-
year. The material from this course will be fur- mate. Seventh Grade English is a nurturing en-
ther enriched by an organized summer read- vironment where students are encouraged to
ing assignment and a year-long outside read- share their ideas and to be lifelong learners. As
ing program. As with all courses in Pin- with all courses in Pinewood’s English Depart-
ewood’s English Department, this course fo- ment, this course focuses on critical reading,
cuses on critical reading, thinking, and writing thinking, and writing that stresses skills in global
that stresses skills in global awareness, leader- awareness, leadership, and responding to es-
ship, and responding to essential questions. sential questions.
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The Hero’s Adventure (Eighth Grade): This that reinforce the Write Traits, evaluating ex-
course will cover a broad range of classic amples of writing by authors and other stu-
and contemporary short fiction, poetry, es- dents, and frequent informal writing pieces.
says, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Elements
of Literature: Third Course. Students will also The Individual in Society (Ninth Grade College
read Homer’s Odyssey and Shakespeare’s Prep): This course will cover a broad range of
Romeo and Juliet. The eighth grade novel classic and contemporary fiction, poetry, es-
selections include, but are not limited to, Lord says, plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Ele-
of the Flies, by William Golding and To Kill a ments of Literature: Fourth Course. Major litera-
Mockingbird, by Harper Lee. Reading assign- ture selections include, but are not limited to
ments for this course also include a summer the following: William Shakespeare’s Julius
reading assignment and a year-long outside Caesar, Herman Hesse’s Siddhartha, Ayn
reading program. To enhance students’ un- Rand’s Anthem, and Jean Paul Sartre’s No Exit.
derstanding of the reading selections, as well Reading assignments also include a summer
as the broad influence of literature, we will reading requirement. To enhance students’
view films such as The Birds, O Brother Where understanding of the reading selections, as
Art Thou?, Lord of the Flies, To Kill A Mocking- well as the broad influence of literature, stu-
bird, Dead Poets Society, and Romeo and dents will view film excerpts from some of the
Juliet. The Eight Grade course is designed to major works listed and films such as King Arthur,
analyze literary elements, such as plot, char- The Truman Show, The Fountainhead, and Of
acter, theme, and point of view, as well as Mice and Men. This course is designed to ana-
the literary genres, including short stories, nov- lyze literary elements, such as plot, character,
els, non-fiction, poetry, and drama. Students theme, and point of view, as well as the literary
will write a variety of formal academic pa- genres, including short stories, novels, non-
pers, including the rhetorical modes of char- fiction, poetry, and drama. Students will write
acter analysis, definition, novel analysis, and a variety of take-home and in-class academic
poetry explication. Additionally, students will papers, including several research projects
engage in many informal writing assignments and a formal, MLA documented research pa-
and projects throughout the year. As with all per. Students will also review grammar, im-
courses in Pinewood’s English Department, prove their public speaking skills with class
this course focuses on critical reading, think- presentations, and enhance their vocabulary.
ing, and writing that stresses skills in global As with all courses in Pinewood’s English De-
awareness, leadership, and responding to partment, this course focuses on critical read-
essential questions. ing, thinking, and writing that stresses skills in
global awareness, leadership, and responding
Middle Grades Writing Workshop: During one to essential questions.
quarter enrichments, students will increase
their understanding of the writing process
and the importance of writing through lessons
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The Individual in Society (Ninth Grade Hon- considered for Honors or AP English classes, stu-
ors): This course will cover a broad range of dents must have an A average in their current
classic and contemporary fiction, poetry, es- English course, the recommendation of their
says, plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s current English teacher, and standardized test
Elements of Literature: Fourth Course. Major scores that suggest they can succeed in higher
literature selections include, but are not lim- -level courses.
ited to the following: William Shakespeare’s
Julius Caesar, Herman Hesse’s Siddhartha, Archetypal Literature (Tenth Grade College
Ayn Rand’s Anthem, Jean Paul Sartre’s No Prep): This course will cover a broad range of
Exit, Edith Wharton’s Ethan Frome, Ray Bard- classic and contemporary short fiction, poetry,
bury’s Fahrenheit 451, and Chinua Achebe’s essays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Elements
Things Fall Apart. Reading assignments also of Literature: Sixth Course and will be arranged
include a summer reading requirement. To in units that follow chronological literary move-
enhance students’ understanding of the ments. Students will also be exposed to drama
reading selections, as well as the broad influ- through William Shakespeare’s Macbeth and
ence of literature, students will view film ex- Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Ernest.
cerpts from some of the major works listed The novel selections include, but are not limited
and films such as King Arthur, The Truman to, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Aldous Hux-
Show, and The Fountainhead. This course is ley’s Brave New World. Reading assignments
designed to analyze literary elements, such for this course also include a summer reading
as plot, character, theme, and point of view, requirement. To enhance students’ under-
as well as the literary genres, including short standing of the reading selections, as well as
stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and dra- the broad influence of literature, students will
ma. Students will write a variety of take- view films, such as Macbeth (2010), Mary
home and in-class academic papers, includ- Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994), and Gattaca
ing several research projects and a formal, (1997). This course is designed to analyze liter-
MLA documented research paper. Students ary elements such as plot, character, theme,
will also review grammar, improve their public and point of view, as well as literary genres in-
speaking skills with class presentations, and cluding short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry,
enhance their vocabulary. Students in this and drama. Students will write a variety of for-
course will experience a curriculum enriched mal academic papers, including character
by higher level works, literary criticism, and analysis, novel analysis, comparison and con-
higher level writing, analysis, and synthesis as- trast, and poetry explication. Additionally, stu-
signments. As with all courses in Pinewood’s dents will engage in many informal writing as-
English Department, this course focuses on signments, presentations, and projects through-
critical reading, thinking, and writing that out the year. As with all courses in Pinewood’s
stresses skills in global awareness, leadership, English Department, this course focuses on criti-
and responding to essential questions. To be cal reading, thinking, and writing that stresses
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Department of English continued
skills in global awareness, leadership, and re- all courses in Pinewood’s English Department,
sponding to essential questions. this course focuses on critical reading, thinking,
and writing that stresses skills in global aware-
Archetypal Literature (Tenth Grade Honors): ness, leadership, and responding to essential
This course will cover a broad range of classic questions. To be considered for Honors or AP
and contemporary short fiction, poetry, es- English classes, students must have an A aver-
says, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Elements age in their current English course, the recom-
of Literature: Sixth Course, and will be ar- mendation of their current English teacher, and
ranged in units that follow chronological liter- standardized test scores that suggest they can
ary movements. Students will also be ex- succeed in higher-level courses.
posed to drama through William Shake-
speare’s Macbeth and Oscar Wilde’s The Im- War and Conflict (Eleventh Grade College
portance of Being Ernest. The novel selections Prep): This course will cover a broad range of
include, but are not limited to, Mary Shelley’s classic and contemporary fiction, poetry, es-
Frankenstein, Aldous Huxley’s Brave New says, plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Ele-
World, John Gardner’s Grendel, and Oscar ments of Literature: Fifth Course. Major litera-
Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray. Reading ture selections include, but are not limited to
assignments for this course also include a the following: Mark Twain’s The Adventures of
summer reading requirement. To enhance Huckleberry Finn, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great
students’ understanding of the reading selec- Gatsby, and J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the
tions, as well as the broad influence of litera- Rye. Reading assignments also include a sum-
ture, students will view films, such as Macbeth mer reading assignment and a year-long out-
(2010), Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994), side reading program. To enhance students’
and Gattaca (1997). This course is designed understanding of the reading selections, stu-
to analyze literary elements such as plot, dents will view film excerpts from some of the
character, theme, and point of view, as well major works list. This course is designed to ana-
as literary genres including short stories, nov- lyze literary elements, such as plot, character,
els, non-fiction, poetry, and drama. Students theme, and point of view, as well as the literary
will write a variety of formal academic pa- genres, including short stories, novels, non-
pers, including character analysis, novel anal- fiction, poetry, and drama. Students will write
ysis, comparison and contrast, and poetry a variety of take-home and in-class academic
explication. Additionally, students will en- papers, including several research projects and
gage in many informal writing assignments, a formal, MLA documented research paper.
presentations, and projects throughout the Students will also review grammar, improve
year. Students in this course will experience a their public speaking skills with class presenta-
curriculum enriched by higher level works, tions, and enhance their vocabulary. As with
literary criticism, and higher level writing, all courses in Pinewood’s English Department,
analysis, and synthesis assignments. As with this course focuses on critical reading, thinking,
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and writing that stresses skills in global aware- stresses skills in global awareness, leadership,
ness, leadership, and responding to essential and responding to essential questions. To be
questions. considered for Honors or AP English classes, stu-
dents must have an A average in their current
War and Conflict (Eleventh Grade Honors): English course, the recommendation of their
This course will cover a broad range of classic current English teacher, and standardized test
and contemporary fiction, poetry, essays, scores that suggest they can succeed in higher
plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Ele- -level courses.
ments of Literature: Fifth Course. Major litera-
ture selections include, but are not limited to War and Conflict (Advanced Placement English
the following: Mark Twain’s The Adventures Language and Composition): This is a rhetoric-
of Huckleberry Finn, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The based, college-level course designed to help
Great Gatsby, J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher in students become skilled readers, writers, and
the Rye, Ernest Hemmingway’s The Sun Also critical thinkers by examining primarily Ameri-
Rises, and Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse- can literary styles such as formal and informal
Five. Reading assignments also include a essays, speeches, novels, drama, and poetry.
summer reading assignment and a year-long Major literature selections include, but are not
outside reading program. To enhance stu- limited to the following: Mark Twain’s The Ad-
dents’ understanding of the reading selec- ventures of Huckleberry Finn, F. Scott Fitzger-
tions, students will view film excerpts from ald’s The Great Gatsby, J.D. Salinger’s The
some of the major works list. This course is de- Catcher in the Rye and Nine Stories, Kurt Von-
signed to analyze literary elements, such as negut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, Henry David Tho-
plot, character, theme, and point of view, as reau’s Walden, Jon Krakauer’s Into the Wild,
well as the literary genres, including short sto- Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation, and Richard
ries, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and dra- Preston’s The Demon in the Freezer. Entrance
ma. Students will write a variety of take- to the course is determined by previous
home and in-class academic papers, includ- grades, standardized test scores, and teacher
ing several research projects and a formal, recommendation. The AP English Language
MLA documented research paper. Students and Composition course is designed to help
will also review grammar, improve their public students become skilled readers of prose writ-
speaking skills with class presentations, and ten in a variety of time periods, disciplines, and
enhance their vocabulary. Students in this rhetorical contexts, and to become skilled writ-
course will experience a curriculum enriched ers who can compose for a variety of purpos-
by higher level works, literary criticism, and es. Students will learn how to analyze the per-
higher level writing, analysis, and synthesis as- suasive tools authors use (e.g., diction, tone,
signments. As with all courses in Pinewood’s voice, sentence structure, rhetorical devices)
English Department, this course focuses on to compose both take-home and in-class es-
critical reading, thinking, and writing that says. This course allows students to write in a
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variety of forms – specifically synthesis, analy- try. Reading assignments also include a sum-
sis, and argument – and on a variety of sub- mer reading requirement. To enhance stu-
jects. In keeping with the current trends of dents’ understanding of the reading selections,
college composition courses and the AP Lan- as well as the broad influence of literature, stu-
guage and Composition course description, dents may view film excerpts from some of the
this course requires completion of a research major works listed. This course is designed to
paper and summer reading. More infor- analyze literary elements, such as plot, charac-
mation is available through the College ter, theme, and point of view, as well as the
Board at www.apcentral.collegeboard.com. literary genres, including short stories, novels,
Students taking this course are encouraged non-fiction, poetry, and drama. Students will
to take the AP English examination in May in write a variety of take-home and in-class aca-
order to earn college credit. Please note demic papers, including several research pro-
that students enrolled in Advanced Place- jects and a formal, MLA-documented research
ment English classes may be required to pur- paper. Students will also review grammar, im-
chase additional novels throughout the year. prove their public speaking skills with class
As with all courses in Pinewood’s English De- presentations, and enhance their vocabulary.
partment, this course focuses on critical read- As with all courses in Pinewood’s English De-
ing, thinking, and writing that stresses skills in partment, this course focuses on critical read-
global awareness, leadership, and respond- ing, thinking, and writing that stresses skills in
ing to essential questions. To be considered global awareness, leadership, and responding
for Honors or AP English classes, students must to essential questions.
have an A average in their current English
course, the recommendation of their current Global Perspectives (Twelfth Grade Honors):
English teacher, and standardized test scores This course will cover a broad range of classic
that suggest they can succeed in higher-level and contemporary fiction, poetry, essays,
courses. plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Elements
of Literature: World Literature. Major literature
Global Perspectives (Twelfth Grade College selections include, but are not limited to the
Prep): This course will cover a broad range of following: Homer’s Iliad, Sophocles’ Oedipus
classic and contemporary fiction, poetry, es- Rex, Dante’s Inferno, George Orwell’s Nineteen
says, plays, and prose excerpts from Holt’s Eighty-Four, Albert Camus’ The Stranger, Franz
Elements of Literature: World Literature. Major Kafka’s The Metamorphosis, Fyodor Dostoev-
literature selections include, but are not lim- sky’s Notes from the Underground, Flann
ited to the following: Homer’s Iliad, Sopho- O’Brien’s The Third Policeman, Voltaire’s Can-
cles’ Oedipus Rex, Dante’s Inferno, George dide, and Alan Paton’s Cry the Beloved Coun-
Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four, Albert Camus’ try. Reading assignments also include a sum-
The Stranger, Franz Kafka’s The Metamorpho- mer reading requirement. To enhance stu-
sis, and Alan Paton’s Cry the Beloved Coun- dents’ understanding of the reading selections,
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as well as the broad influence of literature, come skilled writers who can compose for a
students may view film excerpts from some of variety of purposes. Students will learn how to
the major works listed. This course is designed analyze the elements of fiction, considering a
to analyze literary elements, such as plot, work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as
character, theme, and point of view, as well language elements, such as diction, figurative
as the literary genres, including short stories, language, imagery, symbolism, and tone
novels, non-fiction, poetry, and drama. Stu- through writing take-home and in-class essays.
dents will write a variety of take-home and in- Students will also consider the historical con-
class academic papers, including several re- texts in which works are written and set, as well
search projects and a formal, MLA- as a variety of critical approaches that may be
documented research paper. Students will used to interpret texts. The main text is Roberts
also review grammar, improve their public and Zweig’s Literature: An Introduction to
speaking skills with class presentations, and Reading and Writing, 2nd Edition, and the major
enhance their vocabulary. As with all cours- selections studied may include, but are not lim-
es in Pinewood’s English Department, this ited to the following: Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex,
course focuses on critical reading, thinking, Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness, William
and writing that stresses skills in global aware- Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Tom Stoppard’s Rosen-
ness, leadership, and responding to essential crantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, Jane Aus-
questions. To be considered for Honors or AP ten’s Pride and Prejudice, Ralph Ellison’s Invisi-
English classes, students must have an A aver- ble Man, Zora Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watch-
age in their current English course, the rec- ing God, Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner, and
ommendation of their current English teach- Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway. Video excerpts
er, and standardized test scores that suggest of these major works may be used in class to
they can succeed in higher-level courses. enhance discussion, and students will be re-
quired to purchase some of their paperback
Global Perspectives (Advanced Placement texts. In keeping with the current trends of col-
English Literature and Composition): This is a lege literature courses and the College Board’s
college-level course for seniors designed to AP Literature and Composition course descrip-
help students become skilled readers, writers, tion, this class requires completion of a several
and critical thinkers through close reading MLA-documented projects, a critical ap-
and critical analysis of classic and modern proach research paper, a seminar presenta-
American, British, and international works. tion, and a summer reading assignment. Stu-
Entrance to the course is determined by pre- dents taking this course are encouraged to
vious grades, standardized test scores, and take the AP English examination in May in order
teacher recommendation. This course is de- to earn college credit. More information is
signed to help students become skilled read- available through the College Board at
ers of literature from a variety of time periods, www.apcentral.collegeboard.com. As with all
disciplines, and rhetorical contexts and to be- courses in Pinewood’s English Department, this
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course focuses on critical reading, thinking,
and writing that stresses skills in global aware-
ness, leadership, and responding to essential
questions. To be considered for Honors or AP
English classes, students must have an A aver-
age in their current English course, the rec-
ommendation of their current English teach-
er, and standardized test scores that suggest
they can succeed in higher-level courses.
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Department of History and Related Studies
Sixth Grade Geography combines elements of that only when they learn to objectively ana-
physical, human and regional geography, as lyze the past, can they can begin to under-
well as a strong component of history. In this stand the present. In this endeavor students
globalizing world, it should be understood that will analyze primary documents, evaluate al-
the study of geography helps young citizens ternative interpretations, and informatively
understand the spatial relationship between participate in debates. Student assessments
nature and human culture, and the processes will take a variety of forms; with much em-
that change environments. Students learn to phasis placed on writing clearly and effec-
read and create maps. tively in various genres.
Seventh Grade Social Studies is designed to Honors Western Civilization is a fast paced,
cover a selection of regions and events from introductory, survey course of the history of
ancient history to early modern history. It will the Mediterranean World and Europe from
show, through recurring patterns throughout the early modern period to the present. At
the centuries, how historical events have the same time, relations with the Americas,
helped to shape the lives of people throughout Asia, and Africa will be included. The pur-
the world. pose of Honors Western Civilization is to pre-
pare those 9th graders who will participate in
Eighth Grade Social Studies is designed to pro- our Advanced Placement Programs with a
vide in depth coverage of the United States solid foundation in the principal ideas, institu-
history from its colonial period through Recon- tions, and events that have shaped Western
struction. From that point forward, the course Civilization. It seeks to promote an under-
explores selected topics from the 20th centu- standing of historical context and perspec-
ry. This course includes a large-scale historical tive and to encourage the skills essential to
research project. historical inquiry, including the capacity to
define historical questions, analyze primary
Western Civilization is an introductory, survey documents, evaluate alternative interpreta-
course of the history of Western Civilizations tions, develop coherent arguments, and write
from the early modern period to the pre- clearly and effectively. The course is orga-
sent. Students will also examine events in the nized in chronological sequence with em-
Americas, Asia, and Africa to analyze their im- phasis given to the close relationship be-
pact on the Western World. Ideally this class tween economic, social, political, religious,
will provide students with a working knowledge and intellectual developments.
of the central beliefs, institutions, and events
that have shaped our contemporary world. It Human Geography is a fascinating course
strives to instill in students an appreciation for designed as a social studies credit primarily
historical context and perspective, realizing for sophomores. The course will include topics
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such as population, culture, political geogra- tor; the two World Wars. Additionally, the
phy, regional geography, and agriculture as course covers the two World Wars, and other
well as a basic introduction to the study of Twentieth Century conflicts through the Civil
patterns and processes that have shaped rights movement and its impact.
human understanding, use, and alteration of
the Earth. Honors United States History is a course de-
signed to help provide students with the analyt-
AP Human Geography is a systematic study ical skills necessary to deal critically with infor-
of patterns and processes that have shaped mation, facts, problems and events in United
human understanding, use, and alteration of States History. This course provides an in-depth
the Earth. Students employ spatial concepts study of the basic history of the American re-
and landscape analysis to examine human public from the pre-European beginnings down
social organization and its environmental through the European legacy; the American
consequences. Students also learn about Revolution and its significance; the establish-
the methods, tools and technology geogra- ment and growth of the new nation; The Civil
phers use in their science and practice. Hu- War and all its ramifications; the growth of in-
man geography covers topics such as popu- dustrial America and the rise to world power
lation, culture, political division of space, ag- status. Additionally, the course covers the two
riculture, urbanization, as well as industrializa- World Wars, and other Twentieth Century con-
tion and development. Students who suc- flicts through the Civil rights movement and its
cessfully complete the course work will have impact. Individual student connections to the
an opportunity to take the AP exam in the history of the country are studied through the
spring and may be eligible to earn college writing of a “Family Project” which details a
credit. Students in grades 10-12 may be rec- member of the student’s family in history.
ommended for this course.
Economics is a one semester course which em-
United States History provides a basic history phasizes fundamental microeconomic, macro-
of American social, political, and economic economic, and international economic con-
development from pre-European settlement cepts. Students will become familiar with basic
and development through the Twentieth economic definitions as well as the concepts
Century. It examines the colonial heritages driving the subject. Topics include supply and
of Spanish, British, and French America; the demand, economic decision making, the func-
American Revolution and its impact; the es- tion of costs and prices, the Federal Reserve
tablishment and growth of the new nation; and monetary policy, unemployment, inflation,
the Civil War and its background, character, economic stability, international trade, and
and impact; the industrialization of the Unit- comparative economic systems.
ed States and its rise to a leading world ac-
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Government is a one-semester course de- Advanced Placement European History is a
signed to bring clarity to the students regarding survey, college course involving the study of
the function of government and the responsi- European History from the Renaissance to
bility of the citizen. The students will examine the present. AP European History is a fast-
the operation of major American institutions paced study of social, political, economic
such as the presidency and the executive and diplomatic developments. Students
branch, the Supreme Court and lower courts, who successfully complete the course work
and the United States Congress. The course al- will have an opportunity to take the AP ex-
so focuses on the functions of bureaucracy, am in the spring and may be eligible to earn
the roles of the political parties, the actions of college credit.
interest and advocacy groups, and the impact
of mass media. Students will discuss civil liber- Advanced Placement United States Govern-
ties, civil rights, civil responsibilities, and public ment and Politics will give students an ana-
policies. lytical perspective on government and poli-
tics in the United States. This course includes
Advanced Placement United States History is a both the study of general concepts used to
survey, college level course that covers United interpret U. S. government and politics and
States History from colonization to the pre- the analysis of specific examples. Students
sent. This course is a study of political, social, will become acquainted with the variety of
economic, and diplomatic events that have theoretical perspectives and explanations
shaped our nation today. AP US History is a fast for various behaviors and outcomes. Stu-
paced course of study. Students who success- dents will become familiar with various insti-
fully complete the course work will have an op- tutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that con-
portunity to take the AP exam in the spring and stitute U. S. government and politics. The
may be eligible to earn college credit. This curriculum outline of topics includes: consti-
course is typically recommended for students tutional underpinnings of United States Gov-
in 11th grade. ernment; Political Beliefs and Behaviors; Polit-
ical Parties, Interest Groups, and Mass Me-
dia; Institutions of National Government;
Public Policy; and Civil Rights and Civil Liber-
ties. Students who successfully complete the
course work will have an opportunity to take
the AP exam in the spring and may be eligi-
ble to earn college credit.
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Department of Languages through the study of literary selections and
other media, e.g. videos, recordings, news
Sixth Grade Latin is an introduction to begin- articles, periodicals, Internet, etc. Prior expo-
ning level vocabulary and structure of the sure to the language is not a prerequisite.
Latin language. Students will begin learning
skills in reading, writing, and speaking through Honors Spanish I covers similar topics and
the study of basic grammar structures, syntax, objectives as the college preparatory course,
and verb conjugations. A special emphasis but the pacing of instruction and the aca-
will be placed on the connection to English demic treatment of each topic are more rig-
and the Romance languages, particularly orous and comprehensive. Honors students
Spanish. Students begin their study of Roman are expected to respond more creatively
culture and history through literary and sup- and spontaneously to oral, aural and written
plemental activities. Prior exposure to the lan- prompts in the target language during inter-
guage is not a prerequisite. views and assessments as well as during the
course of normal instruction.
Seventh Grade Spanish is an introduction to
beginning level vocabulary and grammatical Spanish II Students strengthen their skills in
structures of the Spanish language. It also in- speaking, listening, reading, thinking, and
troduces to the student the culture, geogra- writing through the study of intermediate-
phy, and history related to the Spanish- level grammatical structures and verb tenses.
speaking world. Students expand knowledge Students broaden vocabulary through expo-
through the study of literature and other me- sure to various topics. Students continue to
dia such as videos, sound recordings, news develop an appreciation for the language,
articles, periodicals and the Internet. Prior culture, history, and geography of those
exposure to the language is not a prerequi- countries where the Spanish language is spo-
site. ken through literary and other supplemental
materials and activities. All studies are cumu-
Spanish I Students study beginning level vo- lative. Spanish I with a minimum average of
cabulary and grammatical structures in the 85 is a prerequisite.
five linked skills of speaking, listening, reading,
writing and thinking, with an emphasis on ap- Honors Spanish II covers similar topics and
plication of these skills. Communication in the objectives as the C.P. course, but the pacing
target language is the ultimate goal. The of instruction and the academic treatment of
course develops a fuller awareness of the na- each topic are more rigorous and compre-
ture of language and language learning. The hensive. Honors students are expected to re-
culture, geography, and history of Spanish- spond more creatively and spontaneously to
speaking countries are incorporated in in- oral, aural and written prompts in the target
struction. Students expand their knowledge
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Department of Languages continued
language during interviews and assess- Honors Spanish IV covers similar topics and ob-
ments, as well as during the course of nor- jectives as the college prep course, but the
mal instruction. Prerequisites: Completion pacing of instruction and the academic treat-
of Spanish I and teacher recommendation ment of each topic are more rigorous and
comprehensive. Honors students are expected
Spanish III Conducted solely in the target to respond more creatively and spontaneously
language, this course encourages greater to oral, aural and written prompts in the target
comprehension, proficiency, and vocabu- language during interviews and assessments as
lary acquisition. Students will strengthen the well as during the course of normal instruction.
five language skills through the study of ad- This course is taught solely in the target lan-
vanced grammatical structures and verb guage. The principle goal of these courses is to
tenses, voices, and moods. All studies are prepare students for AP Level Language. All
cumulative. Spanish II is a prerequisite. studies are cumulative. Spanish III is a prerequi-
site. Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish III
Honors Spanish III covers similar topics and and teacher recommendation.
objectives as the college prep course, but
the pacing of instruction and the academ- Advanced Placement Spanish Language and
ic treatment of each topic are more rigor- Culture is an extension of Level IV. The principle
ous and comprehensive. Honors students goal of this course is to prepare students for the
are expected to respond more creatively Advanced Placement Language exam
and spontaneously to oral, aural and writ- through a rigorous and comprehensive aca-
ten prompts in the target language during demic curriculum. Prerequisites: Completion
interviews and assessments as well as dur- of Spanish IV and teacher recommendation.
ing the course of normal instruction. This
course is taught solely in the target lan- French I: Students study beginning level vocab-
guage. Prerequisites: Completion of Span- ulary and grammatical structures in the five
ish II and teacher recommendation. linked skills of speaking, listening, reading, writ-
ing and thinking, with an emphasis on applica-
Spanish IV students further refine their lan- tion of these skills. Communication in the tar-
guage skills through a variety of activities get language is the ultimate goal. The course
and assignments conducted solely in the develops a fuller awareness of the nature of
target language. Students undertake re- language and language learning. The culture,
search to produce formal papers and es- geography, and history of French-speaking
says, as well as oral presentations to devel- countries are incorporated in instruction. Stu-
op further proficiency. The principle goal of dents expand their knowledge through the
this course is to prepare students for AP study of literary selections and other media,
Level Language. All studies are cumulative. e.g. videos, recordings, news articles, periodi-
Spanish III is a prerequisite. cals, internet, etc. Prior exposure to the lan-
guage is not a prerequisite.
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Department of Mathematics
Sixth Grade This course consists of 120 daily Algebra I Algebra I (CP) is a course for stu-
lessons. Each of these lessons challenge stu- dents studying algebra for the first time or
dents with mental math warm-up activities, for those who need a review of basic alge-
direct instruction on a new increment, as- bra. It presents all of the topics associated
signed guided practice and an independent with a first course in algebra, and provides
practice set. This course includes applications students with a thorough foundation in the
of problem solving, properties, order of oper- basic skills of algebra and problem solving.
ations, arithmetic with fractions, decimals Topics include: Foundations of Algebra,
and percents, conversions between custom- Solving Equations, Solving Inequalities, An
ary and metric units of measurement, propor- Introduction to Functions, Linear Functions,
tions, probability and ratio, graphing, solving Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Expo-
equations, and a foundation for geometry. It nents and Exponential Functions, Polynomi-
is intended to challenge students and pre- als and Factoring, Quadratic Functions and
pare them for a pre-algebra course in Sev- Equations, Radical Expressions and Equa-
enth grade. tions, Rational Expressions and Functions
and Data Analysis and Probability.
Pre-Algebra 7th Grade Pre-Algebra builds on
the student’s knowledge of and ability in Honors Algebra I
arithmetic operations with rational numbers. This course is designed to give an under-
Topics include: simplifying numerical expres- standing of the basic structure of algebra,
sions, simplifying expressions, solving equa- to help students acquire a facility in apply-
tions and inequalities in one variable, solving ing algebraic concepts; particularly solving
systems of equations in two variables, and linear and simple quadratic equations,
modeling and solving word problems. The evaluate and graph linear, exponential, ab-
course also includes graphing linear and non- solute value, and quadratic equations,
linear functions, approximating irrational num- graph one and two variable inequalities,
bers, simplifying exponential and rational ex- solve operations with scientific notation,
pressions, solving radical expression equa- manipulate monomials and polynomials,
tions, statistics, and probability. Students will create quadratic graphs, determine quad-
learn to solve problems involving perimeter, ratic functions given three points, solve all
circumference, area, and volume. Other ge- quadratic equations, and to develop an
ometrical concepts that are taught include appreciation for precise language. This
triangle properties, similar figures, slope and course is restricted to eighth grade students
the Pythagorean Theorem. that meet the following criteria:
Returning Pinewood Students: Recommen-
dation of seventh grade teacher; Average
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of 93 or above in the seventh grade and an requisites through applications which include
average of 93 or above for the last 9-week coordinate geometry and transformational
grading period in the seventh grade. geometry. Recommendations for this course
Students entering Pinewood Preparatory are based on successful completion of Honors
School: Average 93 or above in seventh Algebra I with a 90 or above average or CP
grade and an average 93 or above for the Algebra with a 93 or above average and rec-
last 9-week or trimester grading period in ommendation of Algebra I teacher.
seventh grade; Score 90% or above on the
Orleans-Hanna Algebra Readiness Test. Algebra II This course is designed to extend
the algebraic concepts developed in Algebra
Geometry Students will be taught to think 1. Students will also graph and solve quadrat-
logically and to learn practical application, ic, polynomial, exponential, rational and radi-
as well as theory. The course will integrate cal functions. Communication of algebraic
and build on the understanding of mathe- ideas orally and in writing is emphasized.
matical concepts learned in Algebra I. Stu- Problem-solving strategies are developed.
dents will learn to use abstract ideas in prov- Students must have a TI-83 or TI-84 graphing
ing many geometric theorems. Topics in- calculator on the first day of class through the
clude logic, deductive arguments, and entire course. Prerequisite: Algebra 1or equiv-
proofs; segments, lines, and angles; two and alent course
three dimensional figures; perpendicularity
and parallelism; similarity; congruence; and Honors Algebra II The course builds on the al-
perimeter, area, and volume. Ninth graders gebra skills introduced and practiced in Alge-
enrolling in this course must have achieved bra I and adds the skills needed for the stu-
an 85% or above in Algebra 1. Prerequisite: dent to be successful in advanced math
Algebra 1or equivalent course courses. The course introduces trigonometric
ratios and uses them to solve problems with
Honors Geometry: This course emphasizes right triangles. It also introduces imaginary and
logical reasoning and spatial visualization complex numbers, polar coordinates, simplify-
skills. Two-column proofs are introduced ear- ing rational expressions containing radical and
ly in this course and used throughout the complex number denominators, fractional ex-
course. Understanding, ready recall, and ponents, adding force vectors, systems of
proper/logical use of postulates and theo- equations with three variables, non-linear sys-
rems is essential to the successful completion tems, systems of linear inequalities, quadratic
of this course. Students also use informal ge- inequalities, rational expression inequalities,
ometric techniques to solve problems involv- logarithmic and exponential functions, appli-
ing complex plane shapes and solids. The cations of quadratic and polynomial func-
geometry is connected to its algebra pre- tions, coordinate geometry, conic sections,
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probability and matrices. Word problem topics Honors Pre-Calculus This course is designed
added to those of Algebra I include chemical for students who are preparing to take AP
compounds, chemical mixtures, linear regres- Calculus or other courses requiring back-
sion, joint and combined variation, and expo- ground in advanced mathematics. There
nential growth and decay. A graphing calcu- will be an emphasis on graphs and visualiza-
lator such as the TI-83, TI-83plus, or TI-84 may tion. Problems will demonstrate the linkage
be used throughout this course. Recommen- between graphical, numerical, and algebra-
dations for this course are based on successful ic viewpoints. A graphing calculator such as
completion of Honors Algebra I and Honors the TI-83, TI-83plus, or TI-84 may be used
Geometry with a 90 or above average; rec- throughout this course. Recommendations
ommendation of Algebra I and Honors Geom- for this course are based on successful com-
etry teacher (returning Pinewood students). pletion of Honors Algebra II with 90 or above
average; recommendation of Honors Alge-
Algebra III is a program of mathematical stud- bra II teacher (returning Pinewood students.)
ies focusing on the development of the stu-
dent’s ability to understand and apply the Advanced Placement Calculus AB The AP
study of functions and advanced mathemati- Calculus course follows the description guide
cal concepts to solve problems. The course given by the College Board. It consists of a
will include a study of polynomial, rational, ex- full academic year of work that is compara-
ponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric ble to calculus courses in colleges and uni-
functions. This course is designed for students versities. It is expected that students who
who have taken Algebra II but want a deeper take this course will sit for the appropriate AP
understanding before taking Precalculus. The Exam. The course emphasizes a multi-
course includes some of the culminating top- representational approach to calculus, with
ics of Algebra II and some of the introductory concepts and outcomes being expressed
topics of Precalculus. graphically, numerically, analytically and
verbally. The connections among these rep-
Pre-Calculus (CP) This course is designed for resentations are important. Technology will
students who are preparing to take calculus or be used regularly by students to reinforce
other courses requiring background in ad- the relationships among the multiple repre-
vanced mathematics. There will be an em- sentations of functions, to confirm written
phasis on graphs and visualization. Problems work, to implement experimentation, and to
will demonstrate the linkage between graph- assist in interpreting results. Recommenda-
ical, numerical, and algebraic viewpoints. A tions for this course are based on successful
graphing calculator such as the TI-83, TI-83plus, completion of Honors Pre-Calculus with a
or TI-84 may be used throughout this course. grade of B or above; successful completion
of Pre-Calculus with a grade of A or above;
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recommendation of Pre-Calculus teacher viting discussion and even argument, rather
and AP Calculus teacher. College course than mere computation (though some com-
credit may be awarded if the student re- putation remains essential).
ceives a grade of 3 or above on the College
Board AP Calculus (AB) Examination. Advanced Placement Statistics AP Statistics is
a course that enables students to take raw
Advanced Placement Calculus, BC The top- data that describes a real-world situation and
ic outline for Calculus BC includes all of the make a visual display of the data using graphs
topics covered in Calculus AB topics with and measures of central tendency. Students
additional topics of differential equations will then test the data to analyze characteris-
with logistic model, integration by parts, inte- tics and patterns. Probability rules are devel-
gration by partial fractions, parametric, polar oped to help explain the patterns that
and vector functions, sequences and series, emerge. Students are introduced to methods
Euler’s Method, and series solution. Recom- of collecting and examining data through ob-
mendations for this course are based on suc- servations and experiments. Each of the main
cessful completion of Honors Pre-Calculus topics – exploring data, samples and experi-
with a grade of A or above or successful mentation, anticipating patterns, and statisti-
completion of AP Calculus AB with a 3 or cal inference – will include activities to intro-
above scored on the AP Calculus AB exam. duce, master, and extend concepts. Stu-
College course credit may be awarded if dents will use technology to collect, analyze,
the student receives a grade of 3 or above and test data and will be expected to com-
on the College Board AP Calculus (AB) Ex- municate and interpret results. Students will
amination. draw connections between all aspects of the
statistical process. At the end of the course,
Honors Statistics This course focuses on statis- students will be able to read newspaper/
tical ideas and statistical reasoning and their magazine articles, listen to media reports with
relevance in fields as medicine, education, the ability to analyze the correctness of the
environmental science, business, psycholo- statistics presented. Recommendations for this
gy, sports, politics, and entertainment. This course are based on successful completion of
course is ideally suited for a non-AP-level in- Honors Algebra I and II and Honors Geometry;
troduction to statistics for high school stu- recommendation of previous math teacher
dents. TActivities and applications give stu- and AP Statistics teacher. College course
dents an opportunity to investigate, discuss, credit may be awarded if the student receives
and make use of statistical ideas and meth- a grade of 3 or above on the College Board
ods. The course focuses on ideas and rea- AP Statistics Examination.
soning to produce data, organize data,
chance, and inference with the hope of in-
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Department of Science
Sixth Grade Science This course is a continu- Labs and group projects are an integral part
ation of the core knowledge program in ele- of this course.
mentary and middle school science with a Biology is a lab based program which applies
focus on earth science. Students study the the knowledge and skills covered in physical
fields of geology, oceanography, astrono- science to provide our students with a worth-
my, and physical science. Specific instruc- while experience in the study of living organ-
tion includes scientific method, the classifi- isms. Students will be challenged to develop
cation of rocks and minerals, the rock cycle, their skills making observations, gathering da-
the Earth’s structure, plate tectonics, volca- ta, drawing inferences, solving problems crea-
noes, oceanography, and composition of tively, and applying their knowledge of biolo-
our solar system and the universe. Labs and gy to real world problems. Topics include clas-
group projects are an integral part of this sification of organisms, cellular biology, genet-
course. ics, human systems, ecology, diversity, and
evolution.
Seventh Grade Science This course is a con-
tinuation of the core knowledge program in Honors Biology applies the knowledge and
elementary and middle school science. Stu- skills covered in physical science to provide
dents primarily study life science during the our students with experience in the study of
seventh grade year. Specific instruction in- living organisms. Students are challenged to
cludes scientific method, the study include be independent thinkers and learners in order
classification of organisms, proper use of a to master principles of biology and to apply
microscope, cell theory, cell structure, com- them both in a laboratory setting and the real
parison of plant and animals cells, cell divi- world. The program aims to provide students
sion, genetics, chemistry of life, nutrition, and with the conceptual framework, factual
human body systems. knowledge and analytical skills necessary to
advance to higher level science courses. Top-
Eighth Grade Physical Science Physical Sci- ics include molecular biology, cellular biology,
ence is an introductory course that covers genetics, human systems, classification of or-
the basic concepts of chemistry and physics. ganisms, diversity, ecology and environment.
The class is designed to prepare students for
the rigors of upper level science courses. Advanced Placement Biology is designed to
Specific instruction includes scientific meas- be a challenging and rigorous college level
urement, scientific method, algebraic ma- course. It aims to provide students with the
nipulation of formulas, motion, forces, ener- conceptual framework, factual knowledge
gy, electricity, waves, composition of matter, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically
states of matter, atomic structure, Periodic with the rapidly changing science of biology
Table, chemical reactions, and solutions.
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and to appreciate science as a process. The role of energy and the theories of acidity
primary goals are to understand the concepts, and redox. Alongside the development of
gain personal experience in scientific inquiry knowledge and understanding is the appre-
and to recognize the unifying themes that inte- ciation of the application of chemical ideas
grate the major topics of biology. Students ap- outside the laboratory. We will consider eco-
ply their knowledge with critical thinking to en- nomic applications such as the extraction of
vironmental and social concerns. The main ar- metals, the prevention of corrosion and the
eas of study are molecules and cells, heredity production of modern materials such as
and evolution and organisms and populations. plastics. Some time will be spent studying en-
vironmental issues such as acid rain from a
A full description of the course topics and labs chemical viewpoint. Complementing this
can be found at theoretical study is our experimental pro-
https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/ gram that increases skills of manipulation,
apcourse/ap-biology planning, data handling and evaluation.
This class requires summer reading.
Chemistry looks at the following concepts and Honors Chemistry covers similar topics as the
processes that are developed and supported C.P. course but the academic treatment of
throughout the each topic is more rigorous and our ap-
ChemCom textbook: proach is more mathematical. In addition to
· Systems, order, and organization a more academic treatment of each topic
· Evidence, models, and explanation the honors course also covers the topics of
· Change, constancy, and measurement moles and stoichiometry, equilibrium and
· Evolution and equilibrium acid-base chemistry. Students taking this
· Form and function course will be well prepared for A.P. Chemis-
Students are regularly asked to support conclu- try.
sions and explanations with evidence from
their investigations. A feature of the book, Advanced Placement Chemistry is designed
Modeling Matter, helps students develop skills to offer a rigorous and challenging course
associated with modeling chemical phenome- that covers the chemistry and chemical prin-
na at the particulate level and creating and ciples typical of college and university gen-
evaluating appropriate physical and mental eral chemistry courses. Students learn the
models. We will look at basic concepts such usefulness and relevance of chemistry in
as atomic structure, the kinetic theory and both their intended areas of study and in the
chemical bonding. Using the Periodic Table, everyday world.
these ideas are then developed into more ad-
vanced ideas including reaction kinetics, the A full description of the course is available at
https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/
apcourse/ap-chemistry
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Summer work is required for this course Environmental Science The goal of this lab
Physics covers motion, energy, light and based Environmental Science course is to pro-
sound, thermal physics, electricity. Labora- vide students with the scientific principles,
tory work will be a central part of the learn- concepts and methodologies required to un-
ing experience. Essentially the course con- derstand the interrelationships of the natural
sists of a central core of knowledge and un- world, to identify and analyze environmental
derstanding for the physical world. Prerequi- problems both natural and human-made, to
site: Algebra II evaluate the relative risks associated with
these problems, and to examine alternative
Honors Physics covers similar topics as the solutions for resolving or preventing them. By
C.P. course but the academic treatment of using in depth projects, group activities, exten-
each topic is more rigorous and the ap- sive labs, and hands on experience student
proach is more mathematical. Laboratory will better understand the issues involved in
work will be a central part of the learning ex- world around us. Environmental Science is in-
perience. Students doing well in this course terdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of
will be well prepared for Advanced Place- topics from different areas of study. Yet there
ment Physics. Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II, are several major unifying constructs, or
Recommended Co-Req: Honors Pre- themes, that cut across the many topics in-
Calculus cluded in the study of environmental science.
The following themes provide a foundation for
Advanced Placement Physics 1 is a second- the structure of the Environmental Science
year Physics course that is the equivalent to course.
a first-semester college course in algebra- 1) Science is a process
based physics. The course covers Newtoni- 2) Energy conversions underlie all ecological
an mechanics (including rotational dynam- processes
ics and angular momentum); work, energy, 3) The Earth itself is one interconnected system
and power; and mechanical waves and 4) Humans alter natural systems
sound. It will also introduce electrostatics 5) Environmental problems have a cultural
and electric circuits. Prerequisites: Honors Pre and social impact
-Calculus and Honors Physics 6) Human survival depends on developing
practices that will achieve sustainable sys-
A full description of the course is available at tems. Pre-requisites: Biology and Chemistry.
https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/
apcourse/ap-physics-1 Advanced Placement Environmental Science
Summer work is required for this course is a course designed to provide students with
the scientific principles, concepts and meth-
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odologies required to understand the interre- evaluating data; working in groups; and main-
lationships of the natural world, to identify taining a safe laboratory environment.
and analyze environmental problems both
natural and human-made, to evaluate the
relative risks associated with these problems,
and to examine alternative solutions for re-
solving or preventing them. Environmental
science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a
wide variety of topics from different areas of
study. Yet there are several major unifying
constructs, or themes, that cut across the
many topics included in the study of environ-
mental science.
Pre-requisites: Biology and Chemistry
A full description of the course is available at
https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/
apcourse/ap-environmental-science
Summer work is required for this course
Honors Human Physiology is a lab-based
course based upon the study of the systems
of the human body and how they affect
one another. Systems covered will include
the following: Skeletal, Musculatory, Renal,
Digestive, Immune & Nervous. Labs will be
central to the course and will focus on how
human systems react to changes in environ-
ment, stress, lack of energy etc.
Pre-Requisites: Biology
Our science classes follow the NSES Stand-
ards. Labs and group projects are designed
to enhance students’ skills in observation
classification; communication; measuring;
inferring; hypothesizing; manipulating of vari-
ables within a defined experiment; designing
and interpreting models; interpreting graphs;
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Department of Technology
Middle School Idea Lab Grades 6, 7 and 8 Intro to Computer Programming (Quarter): This
Project and challenge-based class focusing course will introduce students to the basics of
on the process of innovation and problem computer programming through several
solving using applied math, science, and online applications. Topics will include basic
technology. Students will use state of the art computer functions, how data is stored digital-
hands on technology and our Makerspace ly, and programming using algorithms, pseu-
to learn programming, robotics, design, and docode, variables, functions, strings, logic and
engineering. if statements, & loops. Students will learn to
test and debug code.
A variety of high school technology courses
are offered. Students can combine courses Computer Animation (Quarter): This will intro-
throughout high school to meet the one- duce students to the basics of computer ani-
credit technology requirement for gradua- mation by utilizing Adobe Flash.
tion. Students are encouraged to choose
courses in which they have an interest. Stu- Graphic Design (Quarter): This course provides
dents may earn their technology credit students with an introduction to image editing
through quarter (1/4 credit), and 7th period and graphic design utilizing Adobe Pho-
“flex” tech offerings. toshop.
Business Apps (Quarter): In this course, stu- Web Design (Quarter): This course is designed
dents will become familiar with the basic for students to understand the key concepts
principles of a personal computer and will of web design including HTML and CSS. Sever-
gain real world practice in using key appli- al simple web pages and sites will be created
cations such as word processors, spread- during this course. Software used will include
sheets, databases, and presentation soft- Google Sites, and Dreamweaver.
ware.
Cyber Defense: This year long class will be of-
Computer Science (Quarter): This course will fered 2 days a week during 7th period and will
provide students with an introduction to be run in conjunction with the AFA Cyber Pa-
standard computer hardware, computer ar- triot competition program. Students will learn
chitecture, and enhance problem-solving the basics of hardware, software, and cyber
skills. It is designed to be an introductory security on multiple operating systems. Stu-
overview of many concepts including: 3D dents wanting to compete in AFA Cyber Patri-
modeling and printing, Robotics, cyber secu- ot for 2016-2017 need to contact
rity, circuits, and game design (Scratch). [email protected] prior to June 1st.
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Department of Fine and Performing Arts
Sixth Grade Visual Arts Aesthetic Perception, Seventh Grade Drama is an intermediate level
Creative Expression, Historical and Cultural fine arts class. Students will learn the basics of
Heritage, and Aesthetic Valuing are empha- movement, memorization techniques, perfor-
sized in this course. These four main compo- mance, improvisation, and theatre etiquette.
nents fall in line with the Core Knowledge Se- Students have multiple opportunities to perform
quence and the S.C. Arts Education Curricu- in small groups and as individuals in a theatrical
lum Standards. A review of the elements of setting. This fine arts rotation is designed to
art and the principles of design from lower generate interest in the performing arts. All
school will be presented. A strong focus will seventh grade students are eligible to audition
be on Drawing and Painting including Linear for the middle school play. The National Stand-
Perspective and Color Theory. ards for Theater Education are followed.
Sixth Grade Drama rotation is a beginning Eighth Grade Drama is an advanced level fine
theatre level class. Students have an oppor- arts class. Students will learn mid-level audition
tunity to experience rhythm, pantomime, techniques, characterization, theatre analysis,
group dynamics, basic body movements, improvisation, and performance techniques.
and improvisation through drama games Class consists of monologue performances,
and activities. Students have multiple oppor- and in-class theatre games which promote in-
tunities to perform in small groups and as indi- dividual and group dynamics in a perfor-
viduals in a theatrical setting. This fine arts mance setting. This fine arts rotation is designed
rotation is designed to generate interest in to generate interest in continuing the perform-
the performing arts. All Sixth grade students ing arts at the high school level. All eighth stu-
are eligible to audition for the middle school dents are eligible to audition for the middle
play. The National Standards for Theater Edu- school play. The National Standards for Theater
cation are followed. Education are followed.
Sixth and Seventh Grade General Music Stu- Eighth Grade Visual Arts Students are intro-
dents have the opportunity to experience duced to the basic elements of art in painting,
music through active participation. They will drawing, and pastel. A foundation of Art Ap-
explore how music has evolved through the preciation will be learned as well.
years and its connection to history. Students
will develop the skills of performing, reading, General Art This course emphasizes four main
notating, and listening to music through the components: Aesthetic Perception, Creative
study of the elements of music. Through class Expression, Historical and Cultural Heritage,
experiences students will develop an appre- and Aesthetic Valuing. These components fall
ciation for different types of music. in line with the Core Knowledge Sequence and
the S.C. Arts Education Curriculum Standards. A
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large variety of 2- and 3-dimensional art me- ence in the formal, technical, and expressive
dia will be explored. Students are required to means of the artist. AP work should reflect
keep a sketch book demonstrating their art- these three areas of concern: quality, con-
making ideas/ process. There will be periodic centration, and breadth.
homework assignments.
Drama is a full year class in which students
Advanced Art The Advanced Art course is an learn the basics of theatre history, acting
independent course preparing students for styles, and performance. Students may elect
college portfolios or for advancement into an to participate in the SCSTA competition in
AP course. Students must have demonstrated spring. (individual and/or group) The National
in previous courses interest, ability and motiva- Standards for Theater Education are fol-
tion. Teacher recommendation is required for lowed. There is no prerequisite for this course.
this course. Students are to work inde-
pendently proposing project ideas on their Advanced Drama is a full year course where
own with some guidance from the instruc- students will focus on directing and the pro-
tor. Students are required to keep a sketch duction of shows. Students will perform one
book demonstrating their art-making ideas/ play in the spring. Students may elect to par-
process. Some students will have the oppor- ticipate in the SCSTA competition in the
tunity to exhibit their work in shows, art com- spring. Prerequisite for this course: passed
petitions, and contests. Deadlines for art com- Drama I at Pinewood with at least a B aver-
positions must be met as a preparation for age, participated in the middle school play
higher level learning in art. at Pinewood for at least 2 years and partici-
pate in the middle school drama team for
AP Visual Arts The AP course is a teacher rec- two years, or attended a middle school of the
ommendation course. Students must have arts for at least 2 years where drama was the
shown ability and motivation in previous lower core. Admission is through the permission of
level courses. Students that take this class are the director.
required to work independently to meet com-
position deadlines. It is a requirement to do Play Production Play Production is a full year
necessary research and keep up a sketch- class in which students prepare to produce
book. Students must be prepared to work one act plays for competition and one full
outside of class. AP courses offered are length play each semester. Advanced char-
Drawing, 2D Design, and 3D. They address acter study, design and scene work are the
three major concerns that are constants in the main focus. Students are required to partici-
teaching of art: (1) a sense of quality in a stu- pate in the ITS competition each year and
dent‘s work, (2) the student‘s concentration may elect to participate in the SCSTA com-
on a particular visual interest or problem, and petition in the spring. This class is an honors
(3) the student‘s need for breadth of experi- course and is through audition only. Auditions
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are held in the spring and summer prior to the guitar and piano solo and in an ensemble. The
fall term. Auditions consist of two contrasting class will also have a focus on music theory
monologues of at least one minute in length and composition. Students will write songs for
each, plus a teacher recommendation. To guitar and piano. Musical training is not re-
be eligible to audition students must have at- quired to take the course. All students of vary-
tended a school of the arts for at least 2 ing abilities and training are encouraged to
years where drama was the core subject, join. All students will be appropriately chal-
participated in the MS play at Pinewood for lenged. Class size is limited be number of instru-
at least 2 years, taken Drama I at Pin- ments. Open to students in grades 9-12.
ewood. The National Standards for Theater
Education are followed. Music Technology This course is an introduction
to the music technology applications available
Concert Choir Concert Choir is a non- to a modern musician. The students use digital
audition choir and is open to 8th-12th grade. audio processing and related technical theory
Students will learn musical literacy, vocal to develop their songwriting skills. The course
techniques, choral techniques, and expres- familiarizes students with the software Pro Tools,
sive techniques. Students will perform a varie- along with basic synthesizer operation, sound
ty of music from the renaissance to the mod- effects (EQ, reverbs, distortions, modulation ef-
ern era. The choir will also perform at school fects...) and studio equipment including micro-
concerts. Open to students in grades 9-12. phones and mixing boards. In this class, stu-
dents collaborate on various musical projects;
Honors Choir Honors Choir is a smaller choir of record, mix and produce these projects to fi-
select singers. Students develop established nally release a CD that they defend on stage
music literacy skills, vocal technique, choral at school events and in the community and
technique, and expressive skills. The focus of the school’s music festival Pinewoodstock.
honors choir is to create independent musi-
cians capable of leading themselves and an AP Music Theory This course will introduce and
ensemble. Because Honors Choir is to devel- develop the student in musicianship, theory,
op established skills and requires musical in- musical materials, and procedures. It may em-
dependence, Honors Choir requires a passing phasize one aspect of music, such as harmony;
audition. Students will sing a variety of music more often, however, it integrates aspects of
from the renaissance to the modern era. This melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, form, musi-
choir will perform at school concerts, compe- cal analysis, elementary composition, and, to
titions, and other venues throughout the some extent, history and style. Musicianship
community. Open to students in grades 9-12. skills such as dictation and other listening skills,
sight-singing, and keyboard harmony are con-
Guitar and Piano Guitar and Piano Class is a sidered an important part of the theory course.
class where students learn how to play the The student’s ability to read and write musical
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Department of Fine and Performing Arts continued
notation is fundamental to such a course. It is
also strongly recommended that the student
will have acquired thorough performance skills
in voice or on an instrument. This course is a self
motivated class and will require daily note tak-
ing and neat handwriting skills. Students are ex-
pected to take the AP Music Theory Exam in
May in efforts of earning a score of 3 – 5, which
will yield credit towards music theory college
courses.
Yearbook is an elective class offered to high
school students. The major focus of the course
is the production of Pinewood’s yearbooks-
Lyceum and Panther Cubs. During the con-
struction of the yearbooks student responsibili-
ties include: ad sales, taking/collecting photos
for assigned pages, layout and design of as-
signed pages, writing, proofreading, and edit-
ing captions and copy, and coordinating with
faculty/coaches/staff to assure accurate cov-
erage. The yearbooks are designed entirely
online through the Jostens website. Students
advance their technology skills using digital im-
ages, editing programs, and scanners along
with the online design program.
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Leadership Institute Courses
Leadership Studies This course will allow stu- piece as a final exercise. This is a quarter
dents to delve into the topic of leading in length (1/4 credit) course.
the twenty first century. The goal of the
course is to help students identify qualities of Financial Literacy Students learn how to navi-
leadership, discover and develop their own gate the financial decisions they must face
leadership qualities and to find ways to ap- and to make informed decisions related to
ply those leadership qualities right now! The career exploration, budgeting, banking, cred-
course will focus on real life and fictional it, insurance, spending, taxes, saving, invest-
leaders to discuss what makes others identify ing, buying/leasing a vehicle, living inde-
them as leaders. We will also use our very pendently, and inheritance. Development of
own Freedom Hall and Liberty Garden as financial literacy skills and an understanding
discussion topics as we talk about leader- of economic principles will provide the basis
ship. Objectives of the course include help- for responsible citizenship and career success.
ing students to increase their self-awareness Instruction in economics and personal fi-
of leadership qualities, explore ways that nance prepares students to function effec-
they can lead now, and plan for ways that tively as consumers, savers, investors, entre-
they might develop leadership skills in prepa- preneurs, and active citizens. Students learn
ration for their future endeavors. Class ses- how economies and markets operate and
sions will include discussion, participation, how the United States’ economy is intercon-
and reflection. This is a quarter length (1/4 nected with the global economy. On a per-
credit) course. sonal level, students learn that their own hu-
man capital (knowledge and skills) is their
21st Century Communications This class pro- most valuable resource. This is a quarter
vides an overview of the essential skills nec- length (1/4 credit) course. Students may reg-
essary for effective oral communication as it ister to take this course during the school year
examines the principles and practices of ef- or during the summer as an online course.
fective public speaking, argument, and de-
bate. Contemporary and historical speeches Global Citizenship This course is a project-
serve as models for improving student skills. based learning model for civics and govern-
Students construct and present arguments in ment. It offers a practicum for students in ef-
a debate format with an emphasis on devel- fective and engaged citizenship and uses
oping critical thinking skills. Objectives of the blended learning to engage students in civic
class include building self-confidence, en- activities both in and out of the traditional
hancing interpersonal relationships, resolving classroom. By using web-based technology
conflict, applying effective interviewing and civics-based instruction and activities,
techniques, interacting with groups, dealing students exercise important 21st century skills
with stage fright, and speaking in front of a in digital literacy, critical thinking, collabora-
group. Students present an original oratory tion, self-direction, and learning to be an en-
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Leadership Institute Courses continued
gaged and effective citizen in a democratic
society. Students will practice what real citi-
zens do when they go about trying solve a re-
al policy-related problem. The course fulfills
best-practices in service-learning with an em-
phasis on public policy. This is a quarter length
(1/4 credit) course.
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Department of Physical Education
Aerobics This course is designed to help stu- Middle School Physical Education
dents achieve a pattern of healthy living to The primary object of the middle school physi-
include daily activity. This course will include cal education program is to promote maxi-
safe application of effective exercise proce- mum participation. All middle school students
dures for all fitness levels. Proper strength, are required to select two elective physical ed-
flexibility, body composition, nutrition, and ucation classes per week. The students have
many aspects of aerobic and core condition- the opportunity to participate in team sports
ing will be promoted through the course. such as volleyball, basketball, European hand-
ball or enhance their skills in individual sports
Weight Training This basic resistance (weight) such as tennis, swimming and running. All mid-
training course is designed to introduce prop- dle school students have access to a speed
er lifting techniques to students. Safety rules, and strength conditioning class.
proper use of equipment, and concepts of
lifting will be emphasized. Cardio condition- 6th Grade Health
ing will also be emphasized in this class. This course is designed for the teacher and stu-
dents to have open communication and dis-
Strength and Conditioning The mission of the cussion about a variety of topics teens and
Pinewood Speed and Strength Program is to young adolescent experiences. They study
create complete athletes by developing ex- and discuss such issues as health and wellness,
plosive power, absolute strength, muscular making good decisions, building self-esteem,
endurance, speed and quickness, flexibility, nutrition, safety, and other related health top-
agility, and cardiovascular fitness. The pur- ics.
pose of this program is to enable students to
control and manipulate their own body
weight. They will also receive flexibility, speed
and power training. Other topics that will be
covered are recovery, nutrition and hydra-
tion.
Basketball (Fall Semester) This class is offered
to students who want to develop individual
and team basketball skills. Offensive and de-
fensive tactics will be taught during the
course.
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Other Electives
Teacher Cadet Robotics Pinewood Robotics is an elective
Credits: 1 Pinewood Honors Credit / 3 Credit class offered to high school students. During
Hours through Charleston Southern University the course students will design and build a ro-
Textbooks: Experiencing Education (TC In- bot that will compete in Regional competition
structor provides course materials which are through the USFirst FTC program. The robotics
assembled in a large three-ring binder program encompasses technology, engineer-
throughout the school year.) Course Descrip- ing, computer programming and working with
tion: This course is designed to introduce PPS other students in a "team-like" setting. This
juniors and seniors to the field of educa- course is designed as a hands-on participa-
tion. Its perspective on education comes tion course but there will be a few reading
from the Latin root educere, to draw out, to and presentation assignments as well as op-
lead forth; thus it is not a book to be read portunities to assist younger students in robot-
and memorized. It is meant to be experi- ics.
enced. Students will focus on three
themes: Experiencing the Learner, Experienc- Idea Lab Project and challenge-based class
ing the Profession, and Experiencing the focusing on the process of innovation and
Classroom. Experiencing the Learner helps problem solving using applied math, science,
the students become better acquainted with and technology. Students will use state of the
themselves as individuals, learners, and com- art hands on technology and our Makerspace
munity members. Experiencing the Profession to learn programming, robotics, design, and
helps students develop a greater under- engineering.
standing of the history of education in our
state and nation, as well as insights into the Psychology Psychology is a science based
structure and functions of our schools and class that will explore the fundamental princi-
school systems. Experiencing the Classroom ples of human behavior. A focus will be on
helps students become acquainted with the the nervous system including functions in
educator as both a person and as a profes- memory, learning, and personality. The histo-
sional. Interacting with students of various ry of psychology, research methods, and ab-
age levels will offer a unique and enjoyable normal behavior will also be investigated.
experience! Students must have a 3.0 GPA or
higher. Class size is limited; therefore inter-
views and/or letters of reference will be used
if enrollment exceeds class
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