English Grade 9

World Literature I

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit. World Literature I develops student competency in English usage and mechanics, oral and written communication, and classical and contemporary literature. Topics of study include poetry, novels, essays, library research skills, short stories, and creative writing. Basic grammar skills are practiced in student writings. Students use analytical and critical thinking skills while examining the various literary forms. Students apply appropriate strategies in developing reading skills for a variety of purposes, in addition to developing an appreciation of the world cultures. They recognize elements of short stories, novels, essays, poems, and plays, and apply listening skills, personal study skills, and principles of Standard English in vocabulary. Additionally, students demonstrate knowledge of language terminology and application of the concepts through speaking and writing.

Writing I

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit. This course gives students the fundamental knowledge needed to be successful in high school-level English classes. In this course, students explore the fundamental elements and rules of English grammar for the purpose of strengthening their abilities to communicate effectively with confidence and clarity. Students will identify and correct errors in order to become astute editors of their own writing and gain an appreciation for how knowledge of grammatical principles and precision may enhance individual style and choice. The course focus is largely practical as it builds on hands-on exercises to achieve mastery of sentence structure and meaning. Among the areas the class will review are parts of speech, sentence construction, correct verb forms, pronouns, agreement, punctuation, modifiers, parallelism, and phrases, and clauses. Students work to improve their writing fluency and basic grammatical skills. The written assignments encourage students to apply and test their progress. Essay wiring will offer students illuminating approaches to English usage, style, and syntax. During the course of the year, students focus on mastering the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts. This means that they will be expected to write high school-level essays.

English Grade 10

World Literature II

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

This course builds on what students learned during ninth grade in World Literature I. World Literature II develops student competence in English usage and mechanics, oral and written communication, and classical and contemporary Literature. Topics of study include poetry, novels, essays, library research skills, short stories, and creative writing. Students use analytical and critical thinking skills while examining the various literary forms. Students apply appropriate strategies in developing reading skills for a variety of purposes, in addition to developing an appreciation of world cultures. They recognize elements of short stories, novels, essays, poems, and plays, and apply listening skills, personal study skills, and principles of Standard English in vocabulary. Additionally, students demonstrate knowledge of language terminology and application of the concepts through speaking and writing.

Writing II

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

This course builds upon the foundational grammar and writing skills students learned in ninth grade in Writing I. In Writing II, students write texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately. They work to produce clear and coherent writing and to develop and strengthen their writing as needed by following the writing process. Additionally, students in this course conduct research projects and write routinely over extended time frames for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

English Grade 11

American Literature

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

American Literature further develops student competence in English usage and mechanics, oral and written communication, and classical and contemporary American Literature. Topics of study include poetry, novels, essays, library research skills, short stories, and creative writing. Students use analytical and critical thinking skills while examining the various literary forms. In this course, students will apply appropriate strategies in developing reading skills for a variety of purposes in addition to developing an appreciation of the American culture. They will recognize elements of short stories, novels, essays, poems, and plays and apply listening skills, personal study skills, and principles of standard English.

English Grade 12

British and World Literature

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

The curriculum in British and World Literature is designed to broaden students’ literary knowledge, deepen their thinking about important topics, develop their communication skills, connect their learning to other classes, and give them multiple opportunities to work with a variety of people on different tasks. Through this course, students become both critical thinkers and analytical writers. They focus on some of the most significant works of the literature of this period and engage in discussions and activities that analyze the structural and stylistic devices of each text. The course will also include the thematic concerns of the writers and their relevance to students today, as well as the specific historical events and cultural influences to which these writers responded.

http://www.corestandards.org/ELA-Literacy

Powerful Combination of Problem Solving, Visual Learning, Mathematical Practices and Performance-based Assessment Prepares Students for Rigors of College and Careers.

HUBS Math Curriculum objective is teaching up to the Common Core Standards level to cover what’s required so that students are prepared for the future.

It has comprehensive curriculum programs for Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 ,pre-calculus,and Calculus.These are a yearlong required courses and equal to 1 credit. Calculus is an elective in grade 12.

High School Math Common Core Editions are fully correlated to the Common Core Standards for Mathematical Content. High School Math is all about creating true ‘mathematical thinkers’ who will understand math concepts and be prepared for college and future careers.

Here’s how the organizing principles of School Math develop the Standards for Mathematical Practice that are part of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics:

1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. An interactive lesson opener begins each lesson, which sets the stage for the rest of the lesson tying new content to previously covered material through a real-life example. The problem seeks to invoke critical thinking and reasoning skills. As students’ progress through the program, step-by-step assistance becomes less structured, so students can analyze a problem situation and formulate solutions plans with greater autonomy and proficiency.
2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively. Throughout the program, reasoning exercises focus students’ attention on the structure or meaning of an operation rather than the solution. They are asked to think about a problem and plan a solution instead of simply memorizing a means to an end.
3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. Students are frequently asked to explain their solutions and the thinking that led them to these solutions to show proficiency.
4. Model with mathematics. Students learning in the High School Mathematics program build mathematical models using functions, equations, graphs, tables, and technology.
5. Use appropriate tools strategically. Labs that require the use of physical tools, like protractors or geometric tiles, and technological tools; such as graphing calculators, dynamic math tools, and spreadsheets, are found in every chapter.
6. Attend to precision. Key terms and concepts are highlighted and explained in each lesson. Students revisit these key terms and must provide explicit definitions or explanations of the terms as they progress.
7. Look for and make use of structure. Throughout the program, students are encouraged to discern patterns and structure as they look to formulate solution pathways. Students are prompted to look within a problem situation and seek to break down the problem into simpler problems.
8. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning. Students are driven to look for repetition in calculations and to devise general methods or shortcuts that can make the problem-solving process more efficient. Online resources offer an opportunity to notice regularity in the way operations or functions behave by easily inputting different values.

Comprehensive On-Level Program (09 - 12)

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus and Calculus are distributed over a 4 year well designed mathematics course. The courses’ objectives are based on Mathematics common core state standards.

http://www.corestandards.org/Math

The school Incorporates a blend of print and digital components to tap into the power of mathematics and mathematical reasoning.

Based on NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), the courses are rich in content and practice, arranged in a coherent manner across disciplines and grades to provide all students an internationally benchmarked science education.

https://www.nextgenscience.org

The high school science courses activate students in innovative, creative ways that drive life-long learning. All our programs offer powerful teaching solutions that meet the way the students learn.

Grade 9 - Physical Sciences and STEM Elective Courses

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 0.5 credit.

The high school physical science course extends students’ knowledge in Physical, Earth & Space Sciences. The course’s content and delivery set a foundational base that aims to prepare students for Chemistry and Physics in the higher grades of High School. Course focus:

1. Chemistry
2. Physics
3. Earth & Space Science

The grade 9 STEM elective course aims to encourage students to integrate Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) skills in project based learning environments that simulate the required creative problem solving proficiencies needed for everyday modern tasks, university and the career field.

Grade 10 Biology

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

The grade 10 Biology Course engages students to explore various concepts in life sciences. The course’s content and delivery aims to prepare students for university life sciences courses and addresses topics rooted in Cell Structures and Functions, Genetics and the Human Body. Course Focus:

1. Chemistry of Life
2. Cell Anatomy and Physiology
3. Genetics
4. Introduction to Human Body Systems

Grade 11th - 12th Chemistry

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit for each year.

This program distributed over 2 years of high school provides everything needed to engage and motivate the students, as well as the tools to support the varied types of learners in the classroom. The courses focus on developing the core concepts of chemistry gradually and incrementally expanding students’ understanding of the fundamental structure and properties of matter. Students learn the basics of chemistry and use the periodic table as an information tool. Then students explore bonding, kinetic theory, and the nature of matter in solution. Finally, students extend their knowledge to special areas of chemistry such as biochemistry, physical chemistry, and analytical chemistry. Students will cover the following areas within the respective grade level.

Grade 11 Physics

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

Students will be introduced to physics that offers a new path to mastery – a “concept first” approach that supports a superior, step-by-step problem solving process. In this course, the student will find:

1. Example problems that build reasoning and problem solving skills.
2. Relevant connections that tie abstract concepts to everyday experiences and modern technologies.
3. Rich lab explorations and study support that allow students to practice and reinforce essential skills.
4. Cutting-edge technology that offers multiple options for interacting with – and mastering - the content.

High School Science Electives

Grade 11-12 Forensic Sciences

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

The Forensic Science curriculum is designed to build upon science concepts and to apply science to the investigation of crime scenes. It serves as a fourth year of science for graduation and may serve in selected Career Technology programs. Students will learn the scientific protocols for analyzing a crime scene, how to use chemical and physical separation methods to isolate and identify materials, how to analyze biological evidence and the criminal use of tools, including impressions from firearms, tool marks, arson, and explosive evidence.

The topics that this course emphasizes on:

1. Observation, CSI & Lab Techniques
2. Death: Meaning, Manner, Mechanism, Cause & Time
3. Trace Evidence (Hair/Fiber; Glass; Casts)
4. Fingerprints
5. DNA Fingerprints
6. Blood & Blood Spatter
7. Drug ID & Toxicology
8. Handwriting, Forgery, & Counterfeiting
9. Forensic Anthropology & Entomology

Grade 12 Physics

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

The grade 12 Elective Physics Course aims to prepare students for college based physics courses and intensive engineering programs. The grade 12 Physics course builds off of the Grade 11 Physics compulsory course with an emphasis on concepts physics and math. Students will continue to learn about Projectile Motion, Oscillations and Waves, Electricity and Magnetism and Nuclear Physics.

Grade 12 Biology

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

The grade 12 Biology course students will extend their knowledge in life science (Biology) concepts. The course’s content and delivery aims to prepare students for university life sciences courses and addresses topics rooted in Classification, plant and human body.

Grade 12 Environmental Sciences

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit.

This course encourages students to extend their knowledge of Environmental Science concepts. The course’s content and delivery aims to prepare students and raise their awareness towards their planet & its resources.

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 1 credit in each grade level (09,10).

My World History is a mandatory high school social studies course in grade nine which surveys religions, and examines the great empires that developed modern civilizations and the genesis and spread of political ideas. Students review the influence of the different civilizations and their impact on our civilization today. Students gain an appreciation of the diversity in varying world cultures and develop an understanding that countries and ideas often reflect their historical roots and geographic locations.. It is a mandatory high school social studies course equal 1 credit. Students examine the rest of the civilizations and the development of modern nation-states and continue through to include present day events.

Political Science is an elective taught in grades 11-12. It is a longyear course and equals 1 credit.

This is a yearlong required course.

This is a yearlong required course and equal to 0.5 credits.

Physical Education is a mandatory physical education course. Students complete the transition from modified versions of movement forms to more complex applications across all types of physical activities, games, sports, and recreational pursuits. They demonstrate the ability to use basic skills, strategies, and tactics. Students demonstrate more specialized knowledge in identifying and applying key movement concepts and principles. They assess and develop a personal physical activity program aimed at improving their skill performance.

Health and fitness is an elective course that is taught in grade 11and 12. It is a yearlong course and equals 1 credit.

"A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS"

Art in high school is a yearlong elective course equals 1 credit.

Students will be exposed to different topics such as drawing, painting, sculpture (carving, modeling, assemblage and construction) architecture, printmaking.