Upper School Course Catalog

GRANDVIEW: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE VIEW

As an upper school student, you have important decisions to make about who you are and where you are going. Grandview recognizes that your education is a personal endeavor. There is no ‘one size fits all’ model that will successfully take you to your best future. With that in mind, we need you to get in the driver’s seat when it comes to your learning. We have designed a framework for you that will provide an ethical compass and a skill set to accomplish your goals. Your job is to own those goals.

School should not be a passive experience. Your world is an exciting place and you need to be ready to make a contribution. You know yourself best. What you learn and how you learn is a matter of perspective in a changing world. When nothing is fixed, the point of view becomes crucial. You are the driver, and Grandview is your ‘GPS’. We will help get you where you want to go, but we need you to program the destination, fasten your seatbelt, and take the wheel.

THE ROAD AHEAD As you navigate this constantly changing world around you, it is important to understand two things:

1. It is not WHAT you learn that matters 2. It is WHO you are as the driver

What do we mean by that? The knowledge and facts that you process are obviously important, but the key is that they mean nothing without the processor. When knowledge and information enter every individual, those same facts are processed differently. The outcomes are different; what you do with the knowledge you take in is uniquely yours. At Grandview, our focus is on you as the processor, not on the facts that go into the mix. We want to equip you with an understanding of how your brain works, how to exercise it properly and how to guide

it ethically to enable you to adapt to any possible future.

GRANDVIEW DEMONSTRATIONS OF LEARNING

Grandview, as your personal GPS, wants to be sure you have the driving skills you need to arrive at the future you design. By the time you graduate, you should have skills that demonstrate more than a passing test score. Anything ultimately worth knowing is not something that can be measured by any test You will be working on accomplishing the skills below to be included in your digital portfolio. These demonstrations will be ongoing, as developmentally appropriate, but will be evidenced with video diaries and other tangible means that show mastery. These demonstrations are adapted from the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and align with the GPS curriculum, national, regional and state standards.

1. Write a cogent and persuasive opinion piece on a matter of public importance. 2. Declaim with passion and from memory a passage that is meaningful — of one’s

own or from the culture’s literature or history. 3. Produce or perform a work of art. 4. Conduct a fluent conversation in a foreign language about a piece of writing in

that language. 5. Construct and program a robot capable of performing a task. 6. Exercise leadership, character and service. 7. Using statistics, assess whether or not a statement by a public figure is

demonstrably true. 8. Assess media coverage of a global event from various cultural/national

perspectives. 9. Describe a breakthrough for a team on which you served and to which you

contributed to overcoming a human-created obstacle so that the team could succeed in its task.

10. Demonstrate a commitment to creating a more sustainable future with means that are scalable.

EXPERIENCE MATTERS

You have read the news and know that colleges and secondary schools have been criticized by industry leaders for a failure to prepare students for the ‘real world’. Classes heavy on theory and light on practice have not provided a basis for students to link knowledge with its application. Grandview agrees that the time has come to let you actually DO things, not simply the traditional things that are done in school, but actual experiences tied to relevance in the world. The entire school will be participating in these intensive experiences on some scale, but as upper school students, you will take the leadership initiative. A brief summary of the primary experiences is as follows: I. THE GRANDVIEW EXPERIENCE

The focus here is on your ‘processor’- on metacognition, ethical anchoring and tool kits. During the “Grandview Experience” you will learn how your brain works and how to create learning goals unique to you and the skills you need to acquire and showcase your skills in the real world. Outcomes of this experience include your GPS Digital Portfolio, Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs), mastery of Google Drive and calendar functions, an understanding of honor codes, as well as leadership and community service skills. II. THE COMMUNITY/LIFE EXPERIENCE

During the “Community/Life Experience” you will focus on activities that relate to your community and society in a positive way. Experiences will include internships, an entrepreneurial fair, and community service opportunities through organizations like Junior Achievement and Habitat for Humanity. III. THE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

During the “Global Experience” you will learn more about your world. You will learn to think globally rather than just locally. Experiences include activities such as Environmental/Sustainability activities, International activities, Global Issues debates, and Model United Nations. IV. THE FUTURE EXPERIENCE

During the “Future Experience” you will look into your future world and predict ways to make it a better place. Activities will include Robotics, STEM experiences, Futuristic Design, and Gaming. V. YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

The “Personal Experience” is all about YOU. GPS will partner with you to use your ‘genius hours’ to follow your personal passion and interests.

SCHEDULING OPTIONS

Grandview is expanding our scheduling options to meet your needs. As you review some of the program offerings below, you may be asked if you would be interested in non-traditional time frames (such as evenings, online, or blended). In this way, we may evolve to offering upper school students a more collegiate level of flexibility.

UPPER SCHOOL 2014-2015 COURSE OFFERINGS

NEW! STEAM COURSE (HONORS/TRADITIONAL) S-Science. T-Technology. E-Engineering. A-Arts. M-Mathematics. STEAM Framework Definition: Science and Technology are understood as the basis of what the world has to go forward with, to be analyzed and developed through Engineering and the Arts, with the knowledge that everything is based in elements of Mathematics. It is a contextual curriculum where the subjects are coordinated to co-support each other under a formal educational structure of how science, technology, engineering, mathematics and the broad spectrum of the arts, all relate to one another in reality. The course is team-taught with teachers in each subject area and is a 1-credit elective. DEPARTMENTS OF ENGLISH AND SOCIAL SCIENCE ENGLISH I-IV (TRADITIONAL) Students who take a traditional progression of English engage in a dual grade experience with four distinct courses. The sequence of the courses varies depending on entry point to the rotation between 9th and 10th grade and 11th and 12th grade. Through these courses, students review fundamentals of grammar and writing while reading a spectrum of literary pieces from each genre. Some of the literary titles are modern pieces aimed to be more relevant to the experiences of adolescents while others are classic pieces from American and World Literature. Titles studied in the 9th/10th grade rotation include: A Doll’s House, Romeo and Juliet, Fences, Monster, Freedom Writers, The Book Thief, Macbeth, Native Son, and The Glass Castle. Titles studied in the 11th/12th grade rotation include Catcher in the Rye, The Punch, 19 Minutes, Death of a Salesman, Lord of the Flies, Blue Rage, Black Redemption, Into the Wild, Macbeth, and The Chocolate War. ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL LITERATURE HONORS Students develop analytical reading and writing skills through the study of selected novels, poems and plays. Major works include: Oedipus the King, Antigone, The Odyssey, Beowulf, Troilus and Cressida, and The Canterbury Tales. The course also develops a thorough knowledge of Greek and Roman mythology and parallels to the Ancient and Medieval History course. Students explore different heroic ideals of the past and consider what heroism means today. WORLD LITERATURE HONORS In this course students will develop an understanding of the human condition by examining issues that cover both time and culture. Topics that will be discussed include culture, human relationships, personal values, and coming of age as they relate to yesterday and today. Literary selections will include knowledge of both classic and modern literary works. Readings will include whole class and small group settings. Students will compose informal, personal responses to literary selections, in addition to formal compositions, including a research paper. Literary selections for this course include The Count of Monte Cristo, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Kite Runner, Heart of Darkness, and The Book Thief. AMERICAN LITERATURE HONORS This course is both a survey of American literature and an intensive writing course. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of all three genres of Literature poetry, drama and prose and how they are intricately interwoven into the fabric of American life. Students will have the opportunity to explore critically, examine and appreciate this fascinating look at American literature as it has evolved over many decades. Students will be exposed to all the periods of American literature and the authors identified with them. Selection of the texts are based as closely as possible to the different periods of American Literature so that the students get a greater understanding of the history intertwined with the Literature. Literary selections include poetry, philosophy, and

the following fictional works: The Crucible, The Scarlet Letter, Grapes of Wrath, Native Son, The Sun also Rises, and The Glass Menagerie. BRITISH LITERATURE HONORS This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of all three genres of Literature, poetry, drama and prose, and examine how they are intricately interwoven into the fabric of British life. Students will have the opportunity to explore, critically examine and appreciate this fascinating look at British Literature as it has evolved over many centuries. Students will be exposed to all the periods of British Literature and the authors identified with them including works from the following periods: Medieval Britain, the British Renaissance, Neoclassical/Restoration, Romantic, Victorian, Modern and Post Modern. ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL HISTORY (WORLD HISTORY I) TRADITIONAL/HONORS This course explores the roots of our society. Students will examine the Stone Age, the civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt and the experiments with democratic government in Greece and Rome. The course continues through the medieval era and particularly focuses on how belief systems, both religious and political, interact with quests for truth, a just society and individual happiness. Study skills instruction and project-based activities will help students develop a better understanding of modern issues. WORLD HISTORY II (MODERN EUROPEAN) TRADITIONAL/HONORS Students will survey the major social, intellectual, and economic trends of the world from the beginning of the Renaissance in Florence in the fourteenth century, to the advent of the nuclear age. Attention will be paid to the interaction of the Western (occidental) and Eastern (oriental) hemispheres as they struggle to define their individual identities amid an ever-changing world. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. UNITED STATES HISTORY TRADITIONAL/HONORS This course provides a thorough survey of the political, intellectual, social, and economic history of the United States of America from the earliest European exploration and Native American presence to the present. Particular focus will be placed upon the development of American institutions and cultural traditions as reflective of the diversity of the country’s origins. From pre-colonization to its status as a “Superpower”, the history of the United States will be examined in conjunction with the literature of various periods through an interdisciplinary approach. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT (.5 Credit) TRADITIONAL/HONORS This semester course introduces students to the parameters and structure of the United States government in addition to its historical foundation as provided by the United States Constitution. Students will come to understand the checks and balances guaranteed by three branches of government, and they will examine the structure of state and local governmental systems as well. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. ECONOMICS (.5 Credit) TRADITIONAL/HONORS This course introduces students to the elemental principles of economic theory as they impact individuals as citizens and as members of society at large. An emphasis will be placed upon consumerism and upon mastery of economic tools, which will enable consumers to analyze and react to relevant economic issues. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. HUMANITIES - REQUIREMENT SENIOR YEAR This historical introduction to humanities provides the student with a basic foundation to analyze the ancient question of the meaning of human life. Students are introduced to various philosophical, religious and

mythological perspectives and will formulate reasoned position papers related to a variety of works. The course goal is to provide a framework from which the student articulates his or her own views in light of both ancient and modern worldviews. PSYCHOLOGY (.5 credit) & SOCIOLOGY (.5 credit) usually taken as complementary courses The Introduction to Sociology & Psychology elective courses will be taught through the medium of film. The purpose of the courses is to familiarize students with the basics of sociology and psychology, which students will analyze through various films. The present generation has grown up with visual media as part of their environment and its members need skills to be able to ‘read’ those visual texts just like they need skills to be able to read scholarly literature. Naturally, the course will still include plenty of reading, writing, blogging, and film discussions. Every film will include discussion questions that will prompt students to respond to topics. Topics of discussion include culture, education, race, gender, deviance, social stratification, criminal justice, personality, and relationships. Students will also work on quarter-long projects involving important aspects of the social sciences. Current events and participation in open-class discussions will be highly emphasized. DUAL ENROLLMENT (FAU/PBSC) ENGLISH and SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSES Prior approval required by Director of College Counseling and FAU and/or PBSC ENC 1101 COLLEGE WRITING Reading examples of effective expository prose and writing essays practicing the forms of rhetoric. ENC 1102 COLLEGE WRITING Prerequisite: ENC 1101 with a grade of "C" or better. A continuation of College Writing 1 - satisfies “Freshman English” requirement. POS 1041 GOVERNMENT OF THE U.S. American political institutions and processes; the constitutional and legal framework of American government; the policy-making process; national-state-local relationships; political participation, elections and public control of government. ANT 2000 INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY Anthropology encompasses the study of the prehistoric, historic and contemporary development of humans as both social and biological creatures. This broad framework for studying humankind leads to the division of anthropology into four distinct fields: physical anthropology, archaeology, ethnology and linguistic anthropology. This course surveys those fields, exploring the roots of humanity in the fossil and archaeological record and examining both the great diversity and the similarities among contemporary cultural groups. PSY 1012 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY An appraisal of the antecedents and determinants of human behavior with special reference to individual differences, perception, learning, and personality formation.

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA I (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) Algebra I is the study of rational number properties, variables, polynomials, and factoring. Students learn to write, solve, and graph linear and quadratic equations and to solve systems of equations. They also learn to model real-world applications, including statistics and probability investigations. This course will provide a solid foundation for further study in mathematics by helping students develop computational, procedural, and problem solving skills. To be good at mathematics, students must learn to translate real-life situations to mathematical models and obtain solutions. Honors sections are available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. GEOMETRY (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) The purpose of this course is to develop the geometric relationships and deductive strategies that can be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems. It provides a rigorous in-depth study of deductive, Euclidean, and coordinate geometry, including proofs, parallelism, and congruence, polygons, circles, constructions, and right angle trigonometry. The course will be taught using the formal language of mathematics, and problem solving will be a major emphasis of this course. Honors sections are available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. ALGEBRA II (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) This course studies, in greater depth, topics first introduced in Algebra I, and progresses toward more advanced techniques in algebra. Students continue with the study of statistics including probability, distributions, and linear regression. The course integrates geometry, algebra, statistics, discrete mathematics, algebraic and transcendental functions, and problem solving with the use of graphing calculators. There is an emphasis on the functional relationship between variables and on the practical application of algebraic skills. Geometry may be taken concurrently with permission of department. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. TRIGONOMETRY/PRE-CALCULUS (HONORS) This course emphasizes both the study of circular trigonometric functions and their applications and the study of the functions and other skills necessary for the comprehension of calculus. Algebraic functions and transcendental functions are studied in detail. Topics such as properties and graphs of polynomial functions and equations, rational functions, exponential, and logarithmic functions are included. The detailed study of the circular functions includes a formal treatment of both the theory and applications of trigonometry. This is an Honors level course. MATH FOR COLLEGE READINESS This course is targeted for grade 12 students, who need some additional instruction in content to prepare them for success in college level mathematics. This course incorporates the Florida Standards for Mathematical Practices as well as the following Florida Standards for Mathematical Content: Expressions and Equations, The Number System, Functions, Algebra, Geometry, Number and Quantity, Statistics and Probability, and the Florida Standards for High School Modeling. The standards align with the Mathematics Postsecondary Readiness Competencies deemed necessary for entry-level college courses. ALGEBRA FINANCIAL APPLICATIONS This course incorporates real-world applications, collaboration, and calculations using technology. Prepare to handle your personal finances by learning the formulas used to determine account balances, monthly payments, total costs, and more. Prerequisites: Algebra I & II

DUAL ENROLLMENT (FAU/PBSC) & FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL MATH COURSES Prior approval required by Director of College Counseling and FAU and/or PBSC STA 2023 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS Graphical and numerical descriptive measures. Simple linear regression. Basic probability concepts, random variables, sampling distributions, central limit theorem. Large and small sample confidence intervals and significance tests for parameters associated with a single population and for comparison of two populations. Use of statistical computer software and computer applets to analyze data and explore new concepts. (M) MAC 1105 COLLEGE ALGEBRA The emphasis of the course is on functions and their properties. In particular, linear, quadratic, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions are discussed. What we will do in this course:

Develop the ideas behind variables and relationships among them. Distinguish between expressions and equations Solve different types of equations as well as systems of linear equations Define and explore functions and their properties Learn what graphs can tell us.

MAC 1147 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA AND TRIGONOMETRY Prerequisite: MAC 1105 Polynomial, rational, and other algebraic functions; trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions; piecewise-defined functions. Properties and graphs of functions. Polynomial and rational inequalities. Trigonometric identities. Conditional trigonometric equations. Conic sections. Solutions of triangles. Vector algebra. Parametric equations. Polar coordinates. Matrices and determinants. Sequences and series. Mathematical induction. Binomial theorem. Applications. MAC 2233 METHODS OF CALCULUS (Prerequisite: MAC 1105) A descriptive and intuitive introduction to the methods and applications of differentiation and integration. Primarily for social science and business administration majors. Students will be introduced to a description of the basic methods of differential and integral calculus, together with illustrations and applications to business and the life and social sciences. Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to:

Compute limits. Compute derivatives. Solve problems in related rates, and interpret results, with validation. 4. Determine the relative

and absolute extreme values of a function and solve applied optimization word problems and interpret the results - validating answers by estimating results.

Sketch and graph curves: determining where a function is increasing or decreasing, concave up or down.

Compute antiderivatives. Find the area under a simple curve.

FL VIRTUAL SCHOOL - AP STATISTICS Actively construct your own understanding of the methods, interpretation, communication, and application of statistics. Each unit is framed by ideas and questions designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the concepts at hand, rather than memorization and emulation. This course meets one required math credit for high school graduation.

DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE

BIOLOGY (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) Through laboratory experiments, discussions, experiences, projects, films, and the use of the latest available technology, students in Biology at Grandview Preparatory School will learn about living organisms. Problem solving, the use of scientific literature, and data synthesis are stressed. The course begins with the study of Ecology or the interaction with living organisms with their environment. Later students study cells, cell structure, genetics and plants. This course takes students through the building blocks of living things and their complex interaction with the world around them. Through Biology the students will be able to identify living things and the surroundings in which they thrive. Honors sections are available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. CHEMISTRY (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) Chemistry is the science that explains the structure and properties of matter. Students will begin by learning and applying the most basic ideas of chemistry, with an emphasis on chemical reactions, including class demonstrations and labs. From there, students will study atomic structure in more detail and learn how to use the Periodic Table as a predictor of chemical properties. Using this as a foundation, students will then study chemical bonding, the structure of matter, kinetic theory, and changes in states. Finally, students will do in-depth studies of water, water solutions, acids, bases, and acid-base relationships. Honors sections are available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. Honors students engage in the study specific topics that are often considered extensions of basic chemistry. Some of these topics include organic chemistry, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Since these topics go beyond the scope of the course’s main objectives, students will be allowed to have a hand in deciding what and how to study these themes. PHYSICS (TRADITIONAL/HONORS) This course covers five main areas: mechanics, waves and optics, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. It focuses on concepts and applications of physics, including laboratory investigations, and the use of basic algebra skills. The students will gain a great understanding of the laws of physics that surround them. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts underlying the phenomena of motion, force, energy, matter, sound, electricity, magnetism, light and the atom. Honors sections are available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. The honors class is taught using a different theme for each quarter. The themes are: The Physics of Star Trek, The Physics of Superheroes, Physics for Presidents, and Movie Physics. MARINE SCIENCE (0.5 credit) The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the marine environment and explore the four branches of oceanography; biological oceanography, chemical oceanography, geological oceanography and physical oceanography. Through research, laboratories and field trips, students discover the facts, processes, and unifying principles that explain the nature of oceans and their associated life forms. Success in the course requires drawing from the traditional science disciplines of physical science, life science and Earth and space science. By integrating these traditional science concepts and applying them to marine science, students have a broader and more complete appreciation of how marine scientists draw on research from other disciplines to understand what they observe in the ocean. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (0.5 credit) Environmental Science is the branch of science concerned with environmental issues. Topics covered include ecosystems, human population, renewable resources, energy and pollution. This course is designed around three central themes: sustainability, stewardship and sound science. After an anthropomorphic view of the connections between science, society, economics, and the environment is presented, questions concerning the intrinsic value

of all species and an ecosystem-centered viewpoint are analyzed. Students will tap into personal experiences and use their prior knowledge as a link to the new knowledge they will learn. DUAL ENROLLMENT (FAU/PBSC) SCIENCE COURSES Prior approval required by Director of College Counseling and FAU and/or PBSC BSC 1010 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY WITH LAB A comprehensive treatment of biological principles, including the scientific method, evolution and natural selection, cell biology, energy transformation, reproduction, development, genetics and molecular biology. EVR 2017 ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY Introduction to the study of major environmental problems and issues confronting modern society: economic and ecosystem concepts, population patterns and dynamics, resource use and misuse, environmental quality, and environmental citizenship. GLY 2100 THE HISTORY OF THE EARTH AND LIFE An introduction to historical geology. The study of ancient continents and life forms, with special emphasis on the geologic history of the North American continent.

DEPARTMENT OF WORLD LANGUAGE SPANISH I This course introduces non-Spanish speaking student to the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) but will focus primarily on listening and speaking skills through a programmed immersion in situations requiring functional grammar and vocabulary. This includes the present tense and an introduction to the past tenses, i.e. preterite and imperfect. Knowledge of the institutions and customs of many Spanish-speaking countries is also gained from the text and its correlated materials. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as teacher approval. SPANISH II This course is offered to non-Spanish speaking students who have successfully completed Spanish I. Emphasis is placed on the continuum of the skills acquired in Spanish I and highlights pronunciation, vocabulary building, dialogues, grammatical concepts (present, past and future tenses with an introduction to the subjunctive) reading selections. Included in the curriculum are cultural readings, word studies, writing selections, as well as poems and songs through the use of correlated materials. SPANISH III This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the second year of Spanish at the Upper School level or its equivalent. Continued emphasis is placed on the student’s ability to use Spanish effectively in a wide variety of situations, both written and spoken. The development of skills in extended speaking, writing, listening, and reading is accompanied by a systematic review of grammar and an emphasis on vocabulary acquisition. SPANISH IV-HONORS Readings in Spanish and Latin American literature form the basis of this advanced course for students who have successfully completed Spanish III or its equivalent. In addition to analyzing the themes and styles of poetry, short stories, plays, and novels, students will examine the historical and cultural context of literary works. Fine points of grammar will be reviewed, but the course will treat language less as an object of study than as a living medium of cultural communication. Honors section available for students with appropriate averages, as well as

teacher approval. SPANISH FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS Spanish Native Speaker class explores Spanish-speaking world cultures, emphasizing the complexities, similarities and differences among the 21 Spanish-speaking countries. The students will receive specialized instruction and have access to materials that will build upon their existing language competencies while fostering their bilingualism. This course will reactivate the Spanish the students have learned in the past and develop it further, to learn more about their language and cultural heritage, to acquire literacy skills in Spanish, to develop or augment academic language skills in Spanish. The skills that students can acquire range from learning grammar and spelling and developing vocabulary to learning how to critically analyze a text or write. Through the world of Spanish and Latin American literature, students will respond to issues that touch them personally and build on their eagerness to express their opinions and tell about their own relevant experiences. FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL FOREIGN LANGUAGE

CHINESE

Learn conversation elements in Mandarin Chinese, including greetings, introductions, and the exchange of basic information with others. FRENCH

Learn basic French grammar to help build your fluency and understanding, and apply what you learn through interactive games, written practice, and listening and speaking exercises.

LATIN

Develop a foundation in Latin grammar and vocabulary while also learning about the mythical Olympian gods and Roman history.

DUAL ENROLLMENT FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH

FRENCH

ITALIAN

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DEPARTMENT OF ARTS

2D-3D DESIGN This comprehensive art foundation course is designed for the incoming art student. Emphasis is on studio work, the elements and principles of design, art appreciation and art aesthetics. A series of progressive art problems will provide concentrated exposure to a variety of techniques and artistic styles. The art problems encompass most areas of the visual arts such as design, drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking, sculpture, and other two & three dimensional problem-solving projects. Students are required to keep a classroom folder for assignments, worksheets, class procedures and project grading sheets. This course is the prerequisite for all other art courses. Course enrichment could include visiting professional artists, art field trips, local studio and museum visits.

DRAWING/PAINTING I: Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2D-3D Design Drawing/Painting is a year long studio based course which builds on the foundations of 2D-3D Design. Compositional, technical and expressive skills will be emphasized in this class. A variety of subject matter, techniques and media will be explored, including but not limited to: watercolor, acrylics, mixed media, and collage. All projects will be based on the Elements & Principles of Design. Color Theory, composition and painting grounds will also be key components. Students will be introduced to and experiment with new media, techniques & styles. Throughout the year we will look at various artists and artistic styles. Eventually you will develop your own personal style. DRAWING/PAINTING II: Prerequisite: Successful completion of Drawing/Painting I This second level course provides an opportunity for a deeper study of Painting and Drawing. Students in this class will focus on these art forms as a means of communication and personal expression. This course is designed for the very self-motivated art student and focuses on developing one's personal artistic style. Students will continue to build on their knowledge of 2D media, techniques, theories, and historical periods/styles in art. CERAMICS I: Prerequisite: 2D/3D Design This is a basic hand-building course in which you will experiment with basic “hand-building techniques”: pinch, coil, and slab, functional vs. nonfunctional construction, as well as an Introduction to the Potters Wheel. This course will include clay preparation, building, storage, basic tools, and ceramic terminology. Craftsmanship, functional as well as surface design and glazing will be emphasized. Students will be creating clay works based on the history of clay as well as different cultures. Ceramic artists from the past as well as contemporary pottery will be introduced as well as serve as inspiration for their individual project ideas.

CERAMICS II: Prerequisite: 2D/3D Design & Ceramics I This second level course provides an opportunity for a deeper study of Pottery and Sculpture. With increased independence and challenging problems, students will continue to study and critically analyze these forms through history. They will continue to explore various approaches to media and further develop their ability to use creative expression. Students will begin to focus on selecting and recording pieces for their portfolio.

PRINTMAKING/MIXED MEDIA: Prerequisite: 2D/3D Design Printmaking is the process of creating images through the transfer of ink to paper or other material. This is a course designed for students with a strong background and interest in drawing. Students will explore different printmaking processes such as Monotype, Relief, and Linoleum Block-printing. Mixed media applications such as collage, image transfers, various painting mediums and textural effects will be introduced. Emphasis will be on creativity as well as exploratory learning, responsible studio practices, developing skills, and production of quality work. Students will analyze and critique their own work, work of their peers, and work of professional artists. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Prerequisite: 2D/3D Design This course is intended to introduce students to the use of the digital camera as a tool to create art. The course covers basic photography skills, techniques, processes, editing of digital images, research, art criticism and presentation. Some areas of study include but are not limited to: Basic Composition, Effects of Lighting, Elements & Principles of Design, Printing applications as well as Master Photographers and their individual styles. Students will gain awareness to vocabulary terms, manipulating printed images as well as collage , mixed-media and even Photo Sculpture. An introduction to possible careers in the field of Photography will also be introduced. ART STUDIO I & II: Prerequisite: Successful completion of two of the previous media courses and teacher recommendation. This course is designed to offer the experienced art student an advanced study in their area(s) of interest. Designed for the student who is pursuing a career in the arts, emphasis will be on broadening skills, developing creativity and personal style, studio production, and portfolio development. Students will be expected to frequently reflect upon their work; identifying their strengths and limitations in order to direct their work. This course is designed for the very self-motivated art student and focuses on developing one's personal artistic style. Students will analyze and critique their own work, work of their peers, and the work of professional artists. BROADWAY BOUND

The high school performing arts company open to all 9th through 12th grade students as an elective. Broadway Bound is a rigorous dance course that familiarizes the student with techniques, forms, and styles of dance in musical theatre, lyrical, jazz, ballet, and modern. The course covers material from the 1920's to the present. The Language of Dance and choreographic styles, such as those of Jerome Robbins, Bob Fosse, and Michael Bennett, are also a primary focus. Currently, the Broadway Bound dancers perform in the annual “Dance Concert,” at Grandview Preparatory School events, and around the South Florida community. MUSICAL THEATRE

An audition-only course open to 9th through 12th grade students in the Spring Semester, who were also enrolled in a dance and/or music course during the Fall Semester. These students participate in the annual spring musical theatre performance. The class is a combined music, dance, and acting course. GRANDVIEW DANCE COMPANY

The Grandview Dance Company is a select performance group open to 6th through 12th grade students by audition only. To be considered, the student must take at least one full year of dance at Grandview prior to auditioning. All company members are required to take 2-3 weekly dance classes and attend weekly rehearsals.

Currently, the Grandview Dance Company performs at the annual “Dance Concert,” Grandview Preparatory School events, around the South Florida community, and at professional dance competitions.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC

This course is a performance oriented class which is open to all HS students as an elective. The course covers music from various times and genres including traditional choral music, musical theater, jazz, rock, pop and contemporary music. Students have the opportunity to not only perform at the annual Winter Concert, but also to perform in the community and at choral and musical theater festivals and competitions. ACTING The acting course will allow high school students to discover the essence of great acting. The class will enhance concentration and sensory awareness, while developing movement and vocal skills. The students will explore improvisation techniques while getting to the heart of great acting. Memorization skills, monologues, and scene work will also be fundamental to the course. DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND WELLNESS

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & LIFE MANAGEMENT (.5/.5)

Physical education is a course designed to enhance a student’s ability to participate in, perform in, and take enjoyment in group and individual athletic activities. The course includes topics in aerobic exercise, anaerobic exercise, team sports and strategy of sports, body strengthening, muscle stretching, and personal hygiene. The life management aspect of this course is designed to enhance a student’s knowledge and understanding of his/her physical, emotional, and mental functions.

WEIGHTLIFTING (.5/.5)

Weight Training/Conditioning is offered to students who are interested in improving their strength and cardiovascular fitness. This course includes high intensity weight training and aerobic activity. Individual goals are set and students are frequently assessed using a variety of cardiovascular and strength related tests.

YOGA

The yoga course familiarizes the student with both Vinyasa and Yin yoga. Vinyasa is breath synchronized yoga - connecting asanas (poses) with pranayama (breath) - using vigorous flows of postures to warm the body, focus the mind, increase flexibility, and build strength and stamina. Yin is a strong passive yoga practice, where postures are held for two to six minutes, stretching the connective tissues of the body. Students also learn breathing and relaxation techniques; increasing concentration, coordination, strength, balance, and overall body awareness.

DEPARTMENT OF DIGITAL STUDIES

INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND WEB APP DEVELOPMENT This course will introduce students to developing mobile apps using a variety of open source programming resources. The course will begin with learning programming concepts, logic and language. Then students can build apps that they can deploy to their Android phones, iPhones, iPads and computers. Students can easily get up and running and see their ideas on their devices. App development allows students to easily build web apps.

ROBOTICS

In this course, students learn robotics concepts, building robots with the Sphero, Robotic Arm, and LEGO NXT hardware and then programming with the MacroLab, RACS, ROBOTC, LEGO Mindstorm software. Students will build and program robots that will need to accomplish specific tasks. DIGITAL JOURNALISM/YEARBOOK

Digital journalism combines communication and publication. In this course, students will brainstorm, develop, write, and photograph school news and events for publications, including the yearbook.