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9th Grade

We will do an Academic Plan on Student's that sigh up and have received any credits in high school. This ensures that we place them in the correct classes.

English Literature

Literature is organized by genre to encourage comprehensive study of the types of literature. The following list shows the units and sections within each unit.

The Short Story: Plot, Character, Point of View, Setting, and Theme

Drama: Two full-length plays, including a Shakespearean Play

Nonfiction: Biographies and Personal Accounts, Types of Essays, and Essays in the Arts and Sciences

Poetry: Narrative Poetry, Dramatic Poetry and the Speaker, Lyric Poetry, Word Choice and Tone, Imagery, Figurative Language, Musical Devices, and Structure

The EpicThe Novel: Two Complete Novels

Features at the end of the selection are designed to foster comprehension and encourage constructive response, either personal or literary. The study questions are built upon four levels of comprehension: the personal response, the literal, the interpretive, and the applied. These features encourage the growth of skills needed by students to become independent readers.

Each unit ends with two complete writing lessons. Each lesson focuses on a form of writing and guides students through the writing process.

Algebra 1/2

Algebra 1/2 is made up of five instructional components: Introduction of the New Increment, Examples with Complete Solutions, Practice of the Increment, Daily Problem Set, and Cumulative Tests. Algebra 1/2 covers all topics normally taught in pre-algebra, as well as additional topics from geometry and discrete mathematics. It is recommended for seventh-graders who plan to take first-year algebra in the eighth grade, and for eighth-graders who plan to take first-year algebra in the ninth grade. Algebra 1/2 represents the culmination of the study of pre-algebra mathematics.

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 is made up of five instructional components: Introduction of the New Increment, Examples with Complete Solutions, Practice of the Increment, Daily Problem Set, and Cumulative Tests. Algebra 1 covers topics typically treated in a first-year algebra course.

United States History

ONNECTING WITH PAST LEANINGS: Early Civilizations. Empires of the Ancient World, Regional CivilizationsEarly Modern Times: The Renaissance and Reformation (1300–1600), The First Global Age: Europe and Asia (1415–1796) The First Global Age: Europe, the Americas, and Africa (1492–1750), The Age of Absolutism (1550–1800)Enlightenment and Revolution: The Enlightenment and the American Revolution (1700–1800), The French Revolution and Napoleon (1789–1815),1789–1815), Thevolution Begins (1750–1850),Revolutions in Eu1750–1850) ,Revolutions790–1848).Industrialism and a New Global Age: Life in the Industrial Age (1800–1910), Nationalism Triumphs in Europe (1800–1915), Growth of Western Democracies (1815–1914), The New Imperialism (1800–1914), New Global Patterns (1800–1914)World Wars and Revolution: World War I and Its Aftermath (1914–1919), Revolution in Russia (1917–1939), Nationalism and Revolution Around the World (1914–1939), Crisis of Democracy in the West (1919–1939), World War II and Its Aftermath (1931–1949)The World Today: The World Since 1945: An Overview (1945–Present), Europe and North America (1945–Present), East Asia and Southeast Asia (1945–Present), South Asia and the Middle East (1945–Present), Africa (1945–Present), Latin America (1945–Present)

Physical science
Students that have already taken Physical Science in 8th grade do not need to take it in 9th.

This module offers a deep study of physical science with modern theories and applications into our real industry. The concepts and principles that students have learnt so far are being applied to explore the tremendous variety of industrial and economic benefits of our days. Students will advance deeper into properties of matter, motions and forces, conservation of energy, waves, nuclear processes, nuclear and fossil fuels, sound waves, electricity, magnetism.

Biology

Students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical-thinking and scientific problem-solving. Students in Biology study a variety of topics that include: structures and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment.

Foreign Languages
Students wishing to attend college are required to complete 2 years of foreign language.

Spanish 1

The worktext, Spanish Now, Level 1, presents the Spanish language in a context designed to stress listening, speaking, reading and writing effectiveness via humorous yet informative dialog readings followed by personalized questions and answer drills that develop knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. The text begins with a practical Pronunciation Guide and six Preparatory Lessons. Part One presents the basic elements of the Spanish language structure and verbs. There are 5 Cultural Units that stress the influence of Hispanic culture in the Americas. Parts 2 & 3 present topically arranged level-one vocabulary with practical conversations. Parts 4, 5, & 6 focus on practice in listening (audio tapes are not mandatory but are available through Barron’s Publishing), reading, and writing.

FRENCH 1

The worktext, Bienvenue, presents the French language in an integrated approach of contextual presentation of vocabulary and grammar elements along with cultural aspects of French speaking areas of the world. The goal is to balance the 4 skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Each unit is composed of an introduction of thematic vocabulary with accompanying exercises, presentation of structure or grammar with accompanying exercises, modeled conversations with accompanying exercises, and a reading that presents aspects of culture. Each unit culminates with a wrap up review enabling students to have a concise source for quiz preparation.