Shelterwood

Accredited School

Shelterwood School Vision:

Shelterwood School is committed to honoring Jesus, pursuing educational excellence, and strengthening families. We strive to help students reach their highest potential in academic, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth.

Shelterwood School Mission Statement and Goals:

Shelterwood School is designed to meet academic needs of teens participating in the Shelterwood program by providing an excellent education emphasizing core curriculum and accommodating individual needs.

Our goals are for students to experience success each day and learn to take responsibility for their own educational, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. To achieve these goals, teachers commit to the following:

Mathematics

Pre-Algebra
This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra 1 by reviewing mathematical basic skills and introducing both algebraic and geometric concepts.

Algebra 1
Students will study and demonstrate knowledge of how to evaluate and simplify expressions; write and solve linear and quadratic equations, functions, and formulas; and write and solve systems of equations and linear inequalities. Students will also study and demonstrate knowledge of how to represent and analyze relationships using tables, equations and graphs. In addition, students will apply basic operations on polynomials; use basic operations on rational and irrational numbers; and communicate mathematically. Students will need a scientific calculator with a fraction button.

Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Students will study the basics of geometry, points, lines, planes, and angles; deductive reasoning, proofs, perpendicular and parallel lines, congruent triangles, properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, inequalities in geometry, similarity, right triangles, circles, constructions, areas of plane figures, and surface area and volume of solids. Students will need a scientific calculator with a fraction button and the Sine, Cosine, and Tangent buttons.

Algebra 2
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
This course is designed for students that are college bound. The course is a continuation of Algebra 1. Students will solve equations and compound inequalities graphically and analytically. They will also find the domain and range of functions from ordered pairs, rule or graph; find compositions and inverses of functions; find equations of lines given two points; solve systems of linear equations and inequalities analytically and graphically. In addition, students will add, subtract, and multiply matrices; add, subtract, multiply and divide polynomials; factor polynomials; and solve higher degree polynomial equations. Students will also simplify, perform operations and solve equations involving rational expressions; simplify algebraic expressions involving exponents and perform operations on radical and complex numbers; apply probability and statistics, and communicate mathematically. A graphing calculator is required.

Consumer Math
This practical math class is designed for students needing a third credit of math, but do not need Algebra 2. Units include buying a car, travel, income, budgeting, housing, food, clothing, leisure, taxes, banking, investments and starting a small business. This class is usually taught as an independent study.

Social Sciences

Government
This course examines the principles and mechanics of a constitutional republic, the specific principles contained in the U.S. Constitution and their relationship to a well-informed individual in a free society. Topics covered include political parties, elections, pressure groups, citizenship, and the branches of government, as well as a comparison of Capitalism to Socialism, Communism and other forms of government. Study of policy and action in the areas of international relations, finances, judicial issues and current political issues are emphasized, as well as state and local government structure and function. This material will be explored using lesson presentations, case studies, text and supplemental readings, map studies, current events, and individual and small group projects.

US History
This course is a general survey course dealing with the events and topics which have shaped our country from it's beginning to the present. This material will be explored using lesson presentations, case studies, text and supplemental readings, map studies, current events, and individual and small group projects. An emphasis is placed upon increased understanding of America's past as the key to knowledgeable opinions of the present. A foundational aspect of the course is learning the Christian heritage of our Founding Fathers and discerning the Biblical influences on our Constitution, laws, and governance systems.

World History
This course is a general survey course exploring events of world history and their influence on the development of the current world. It is an understanding of geography and cultures, and the use of maps, timelines and charts. This material will be explored using lesson presentations, case studies, text and supplemental readings, map studies, current events, and individual and small group projects. A foundational aspect of the course is learning the spiritual heritage of the nation of Israel, observing development of religious and governance systems, and the study of both Western and non-Western thought.

Geography
The course will help students learn about the world’s regions, countries and important global issues that affect the world’s populations. Historical and current events will be used to connect the concepts of geography to life. This material will be explored using lesson presentations, case studies, text and supplemental readings, map studies, current events, and individual and small group projects.

Economics
This course examines the principles and mechanics of the economics of society, including the concepts of free enterprise, capitalism, private property, and market comparisons among capitalism, communism, and socialism. One goal of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics as they apply to individual decision-making units, including individual households and firms, as well as to equip them to be successful in their own personal finances.

English

English I
This course is designed for high school freshmen and includes literature, composition, vocabulary development, and review of spelling and grammar.

Our textbook focuses on all genres: short stories, non-fiction (biography, autobiography, and essay) poetry, drama, and novel. We tend to follow this same order of literature genre study while incorporating the practice of composition skills with each genre along with literary analysis essays.

Novel study usually focuses on To Kill a Mockingbird and/or The Pearl depending on students’ literature background.

For vocabulary development, spelling, and grammar review, we incorporate lessons and review worksheets for building vocabulary and Language skills tied in to the literature we are currently studying. This is designed so students see the importance and unity of all skills.

English II
This course is designed for high school sophomores and includes literature, composition, vocabulary development, and review of spelling and grammar.

Our textbook focuses on world literature with all genres (short story, biography, autobiography, essay, poetry, drama, and novel). Novel and drama focus varies depending on students’ background, but Silas Marner, Lord of the Flies, Julius Caesar and A Raisin in the Sun are often used. Literature and composition lessons focus on elements of literature (character, symbol, theme, etc.) along with creative writing in each genre study.

For vocabulary development, spelling, and grammar review, we incorporate lessons and review worksheets for building vocabulary and Language skills tied in to the literature we are currently studying. This is designed so students see the importance and unity of all skills.

English III
This course is designed for high school juniors and includes literature, composition, vocabulary development, and review of spelling and grammar.

This literature study focuses on American literature. It includes a chronological study of the development of American literature from early colonization to modern times including biographies of influential American authors and their works. Novel and drama studies often include The Scarlet Letter, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and Our Town.

Compositions focus on formal essays, personal narratives, and research methods to help prepare for post-secondary education and future careers. Creative writing, speech writing and presentations (individual and group) are also included in the curriculum.

For vocabulary development, spelling, and grammar review, we incorporate lessons and review worksheets for building vocabulary and Language skills tied in to the literature we are currently studying. This is designed so students see the importance and unity of all skills.

English IV
This course is designed for high school seniors and includes literature study, advanced composition skills, vocabulary development, and grammar review.

The course focuses on a chronological study of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through Medieval, Elizabethan, Restoration, Romantic and Victorian Eras, through the Twentieth Century. It includes a Shakespeare unit (usually Macbeth), and modern fiction selections based on students’ literature background.

A formal research unit focuses on exploration of topics, gathering reliable information from library and Internet sources, avoiding plagiarism with proper documentation, and following required MLA style for publication. Preparation for post-secondary education and career interests are used to guide course selections and research topics.

Vocabulary development, spelling, and grammar review are addressed as needed for building vocabulary and Language skills tied in to the literature we are currently studying.

Science

Earth Science
This course will cover the areas of meteorology, geology, oceanography, hydrology, and astronomy. It is designed to further develop skills in using the mental and physical tools necessary for all scientific study. The students are encouraged to use these tools as they study the ever-changing earth and the energy and forces, which produce the changes.

Biology
This course is designed for 10th grade students. It covers basic life science principals, including cells, and cellular processes, photosynthesis and respiration, genetics, and a survey of living organisms.

Integrated Science
This course is designed for 9th and 10th grade students as an entry-level science class. It covers basic principals of chemistry and physics. Topics included are atomic and molecular structure, properties of gases, liquids and solids, and basic stoichiometry.

Chemistry
This course is designed for 11th grade students. It is an introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure, chemical stoichiometry; the properties of gases, liquids, and solids; solutions; chemical equilibria, an introduction to thermodynamics, and a discussion of the chemical properties of selected elements.

Physics
This course is set-up with both the average and gifted students in mind. The subject is taught at an introductory level, which will allow the average high school student to grasp the concepts of Newton’s Laws, statistics, dynamics, thermodynamics, optics, dc circuits, waves, electromagnetism, and relativity. Yet, the topics are covered to a depth appropriate for college students majoring in non-engineering disciplines.

Health
This course is organized into four major areas: Physical health, Mental and emotional health, Spiritual health, and Social health. Each unit integrates these four components to help students develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The goal is to teach students practical skills they can use during their lifetime.

Environmental Science
This course is a general science survey, which reviews the earth and its environment as a living system. It specifically focuses on current issues regarding the environment and the consequences of human activities on the sustainability of that living system. Basic science methodology and principles are applied to evaluate issues including pollution, energy, climate, resource management, and human impact on the environment. Students will demonstrate understanding of the cultural, social, and economic environmental issues, as well as the development of viable solutions for the future through hands-on activities. The goal is to expose students to issues regarding the environment and the importance of being actively engaged in preserving and protecting our planet.

Electives

In the past we have offered the following electives:

These and other courses are offered when we have the teachers who are qualified to teach these areas and/or when students show an interest to take specific courses. These courses or courses similar may be offered during the time that your child is at Shelterwood.

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