Meridian School Online

Language Arts - Social Studies Emphasis

Freshman (First Year of High School)

Course Subject Credit Description
English 9 Language Arts 1 Full Year

Focus on quality writing skills and reading comprehension.

World Civilizations Social Studies 1 Full Year

Required social studies course introducing students to the major civilizations and cultures throughout the history of the world.

Algebra 1 Math 1 Full Year

Required math course including reviews of the major pre-algebra concepts.

Physical Science Science 1 Full Year

Students will be introduced to Chemistry, physics and astronomy.

Strategies for Academic Success

Elective - Academic

0.5 Half Year

Students learn important study skills including time management, not taking, and strategic thinking.

Idea Writing

Elective - Language Arts

0.5 Half Year

Intensive writing course in Develop Expositor and Applied Writing.

Geography Elective - Social Studies 1 Full Year

A complete study providing students with a concrete understanding of major geographic locations.

 

 

Sophomore (Second Year of High School)

Course Subject Credit Description
English 10 Language Arts 1 Full Year

Focus on improving writing skills and improving reading comprehension.

U.S History Social Studies 1 Full Year

Required social studies course providing a survey of United States History.

Geometry Math 1 Full Year

Required second year of math.

Biology Science 1 Full Year

Students explore cells, atoms, ecosystems, plant and animal kingdoms and explore how humans affect the world in which we live.

Foundations of Personal Wellness

PE Required

1 Half Year

Students gain an understanding of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Computer Applications

Elective - Applied Technology

0.5 Half Year

Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office.

Communications and Speech Elective - Language Arts 0.5 Half Year

Students explore elements and principles of communications and learn skills in public speaking.

 

Junior (Third Year of High School)

Course Subject Credit Description
English 11 Language Arts 1 Full Year

Students prepare for college work through this course that focuses on college entrance exams.

Civics/Government Social Studies 1 Full Year

Students prepare to vote and to understand the principles of a democratic society.

Algebra 2 Math 1 Full Year

Students extend their math skills through advanced math concepts.

Chemistry Science 1 Full Year

Composition, structure and Reactions of matter.

Desktop Publishing

Elective - Applied Technology

1 Full Year

Students continue to improve their understanding of digital design and word processing.

Human Geography Elective - Social Studies 1 Full Year

A study on human understanding of the world and human social organizations.

 

Senior (Fourth Year of High School)

Course Subject Credit Description
English 12 Language Arts 1 Full Year

Students focus on college prep skills.

Economics Social Studies 1 Full Year

Students apply the key microeconomic concepts of supply, demand, and the role of prices.

Trigonometry Math 1 Full Year

Students extend their math skills through advanced math concepts.

Physics Science 1 Full Year

Provides the foudation for the laws that govern the concepts of motion and energy.

Classic Novels

Elective - Language Arts

1 Full Year

Students study classic novels and Authors from a list of college-required readings.

Sociology

Elective - Social Science

0.5 Half Year

 Study of fundamental concepts of cultural diversity and conformity, and societal development.

Consumer Skills Elective - Social Science 0.5 Half Year

Students study consumer skills for personal success in healthcare, housing, and transportation.