Direct Instruction Courses Offered

This freshman level English course provides support for students who are developing skills in the areas of written communication, reading comprehension, speaking and listening, and grammar.  Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

Semesters: 2
Level: 9
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: None                                        

This two-semester course is required for freshmen in need of improved reading skills. Students are recommended through a staff conference. The content of the course focuses on developing fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. 

Semesters: 2
Level: 9
Credit: 1/2 elective credit per semester 
Prerequisite: Students are recommended through their special education team.

This sophomore level English course places an emphasis on building students’ abilities to gain information and ideas from a variety of sources, recognize and respond to ideas expressed in various forms of literature, plan and effectively convey messages to a variety of audiences, utilize effective listening and speaking skills, and organize information for meaningful communication. Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

Semesters: 2
Level: 10
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Freshman English I and staff conference recommendation

This junior level English course emphasizes the application of ideas, issues, and perspectives from literature to real world situations.  Students will focus on evaluating information from a variety of sources and communicating effectively with others.  Basic skills including grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing are addressed as well.  Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

Semesters: 2
Level: 11
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Sophomore English II and staff conference recommendation

This senior level English course provides support for students who are continuing to develop basic skills in the areas of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing.  Emphasis is placed on students’ abilities to evaluate information, apply knowledge toward real world circumstances, and effectively communicate with peers and others in the community.  Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

Semesters: 2
Level: 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Junior English III and staff conference recommendation

As a result of taking this course students will understand the concepts of human and physical geography including the topics of regions, cultures, and the impact technology has had in shaping our world.  Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation. 

Semesters: 2
Level: 9, 10
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation is required and staff conference recommendation.                                                       

This course continues studies addressed in Social Science I and it is designed to present a basic understanding of government, geography, psychology or social concerns.  It allows students to explore these areas through lecture, discussion, and individual projects. Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

Semesters: 2
Level: 9, 10
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Social Science I and teacher recommendation and staff conference recommendation.

This course is designed as a survey of our nation’s history.  It begins with the early explorations and continues into the present time.  The state requirement for passing the Illinois and United States Constitution tests is accomplished in this course.  A passing grade in both semesters of this course is required for graduation. Placement is only available through staff conference recommendation.

*This course meets the US History graduation requirement.*

Semesters: 2
Level: 11, 12
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation is required and staff conference recommendation