Courses and Program Descriptions
Secondary Education
These are the courses that are required to be taken toward graduation and the attainment of a diploma :
Mathematics -3 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Basic Mathematics
This is a remedial course that includes the essentials of mathematics. It is a very basic and preparatory course covering the calculations to strengthen the student's knowledge and skills in preparation for more advance levels of mathematics.
Pre- Algebra
This
course includes subjects that are an introduction to
algebra. It is the
bridge from basic mathematics to pre- algebraic
calculations. Topics
include a review of whole numbers, introduction to algebra,
fractions and mixed numbers, solving equations,
decimals, percent,
measurement, and Exponents
and Polynomials.
Algebra I
This course is the foundation for high school mathematics courses. It is the bridge from the concrete to the abstract study of mathematics. Topics include simplifying expressions, evaluating and solving equations and inequalities, and graphing linear and quadratic functions and relations.
Algebra II
(Prerequisite: Algebra I) This course extends the topics first seen
in Algebra I and provides advanced skills in algebraic operations. Topics
include simplifying expressions, evaluating and solving equations
and inequalities, and graphing linear and quadratic functions and
relations. .
Trigonometry
This course is an advanced math course that teaches trigonometry functions, identities, and equations with practical application. The course is expanded to include analytic geometry, complex numbers, and exponential and logarithmic functions and equations.
(Prerequisite:
Algebra I ) This course develops a structured mathematical system
employing both deductive and inductive reasoning. It includes plane,
spatial, coordinate, and transformational geometry. Algebraic
methods are used to solve problems involving geometric
principles. Live video demonstrations.
English- 4 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Students will learn to write for a variety of purposes and cite sources using conventions recommended by professional organizations such as the Modern Language Association (MLA) and the American Psychological Association (APA). Emphasis is on content, purpose, and audience in focused writing.
English English
I Grammar and Writing
Grammar and Writing English/Composition (freshmen and sophomores) courses are designed for freshmen and/or sophomores and build upon previous writing skills. These courses seek to develop the writing processes and practices necessary for producing successful high school compositions. Students typically learn to write persuasive, critical, and creative multi-paragraph essays and compositions. While emphasizing composition, these courses may also incorporate some literature study to expose students to exemplary illustrations of various forms of writing
E
nglish II CompositionEnglish/Composition (freshmen and sophomores) courses are designed for freshmen and/or sophomores and build upon previous writing skills. These courses seek to develop the writing processes and practices necessary for producing successful high school compositions. Students typically learn to write persuasive, critical, and creative multi-paragraph essays and compositions. While emphasizing composition, these courses may also incorporate some literature study to expose students to exemplary illustrations of various forms of writing.
English III Literature, Reading and Writing Comprehension
Research/Technical Writing classes prepare students to write research papers and/or technical reports. These classes emphasize researching (primary and secondary sources), organizing (material, thoughts, and arguments), and writing in a persuasive or technical style.
English IV Various Styles of Writing
English/Composition (juniors and seniors) courses are designed for juniors and/or seniors and build upon previous writing skills. Reinforcing the logic and critical-thinking skills that accompany good writing, these courses—which emphasize word choice, usage, and writing mechanics—provide continued and advanced instruction in writing for a variety of purposes and audiences. English/Composition (juniors and seniors) courses may emphasize college or business preparation; literature study may be offered as an additional component in which students analyze examples of several genres
Social Science- 3 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation-
Civics and American Government
American
Government is a full year study of the structures, processes and
issues of national, state and local government. The course gives
emphasis to the responsibilities and rights of citizenship, the
skills necessary for critical thinking, and the knowledge
appropriate for wise decision making.
Economics for Consumers
Economics
This course will prepare students to function within society as fiscally adapted and responsible individuals. Includes application in: solving economic policy problems, economics and math, recognizing misleading consumer economic statistics, identifying key concepts in advertising and a persuasive essay on economic policy
U.S. History
Students
are expected to identify and review significant events, persons, and
movements in the early development of the nation. Students passing
this class will receive credit for the Public Law 195 "Constitution
Exam". Includes access to the Library of Congress, The Eyes on the
Prize series, actual war footage and veteran testimonies, footage
from the 911 crises and other historical events.
World History
This
course emphasizes events and developments in the past that greatly
affected large numbers of people across broad areas and that
significantly influenced peoples and places in subsequent eras
including a very detailed survey of world religions. Includes
video support and series on key topics.
Natural Science- 3 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Physical Geography
The branch of natural science
which deals with the study of the processes and patterns in
the natural environment like the atmosphere, hydrosphere,
biospheres, and geospheres, as opposed to the cultural or
built environment the domain of human geography.
Biology
This course is a laboratory course acceptable for college entry and provides a broad overview of biological systems from simple to complex life forms through inquiry-based laboratory investigations. This program promotes scientific thinking through problem solving, a process that encourages curiosity and careful inquiry. Includes multimedia support.
Biology Lab
To Be Announce in
Classroom
This course is a laboratory course acceptable for college entry and examines the composition of various substances and the changes they can go through. The periodic table and simple compounds are covered as well as the basics of Chemistry.
Environmental Science
This
laboratory course acceptable for college entry. In the class,
students will be able to apply knowledge from the basic sciences and
mathematics to these very interdisciplinary practical global
problems. The main focus will be to attempt to understand how the
biosphere changes naturally and how human activities are altering
it. An online simulator is used for LAB work.
World Language- 2 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Spanish I
This
course encourages interpersonal communication, in Spanish, through speaking and
writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic
requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and
forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations using a
fully online multimedia approach. The
material incorporates vocabulary and Grammar.
Spanish II
This course encourages interpersonal communication, in Spanish, through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations using a fully online multimedia approach. The material incorporates vocabulary and Grammar.
French I
This course encourages
interpersonal communication, in French, through speaking and
writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to
basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate
greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided
conversations using a fully online multimedia approach.
French II
This course encourages interpersonal communication, in
French, through speaking and writing, providing
opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and
questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and
forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations
using a fully online multimedia approach.
Fine Arts- 2 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Music
A survey of various American contributions to the world’s musical culture, with an emphasis on understanding musical terminology and developing the ability to listen intelligently. No previous musical experience is required. Musical examples will include 19th century classical compositions and subsequent gospel, blues, jazz and popular music, presented within a general overview of American culture of the time.
Art Design
This courses contains a framework that insures that all students receive a rigorous study of the arts. It also involves the integration of the arts into any curriculum. The course Includes: Art Production, Art History and Art Criticism
Physical Education- 2 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Health Education I
This course explores current concepts of practical and applied nutrition; studies food selection, current myths and misconceptions, the relationship of nutrients to optimal health, obesity and weight control, and more. Resources: Video - Farmer's Market, National Nutritional Guidelines, Scholarly Journals, Case Study Files, and Meal Planning Options.
Health Education II
This comprehensive course examines the historical philosophies of physical education, investigates drugs and its impact on society through the multimedia series, "Foundation for a Drug Free World"; includes video lectures on obesity and the diet revolution; HIV and AIDS; investigates the correlation between academics and health and more
Driver's Education-
This course teaches students rules and safety involved in becoming responsible drivers, particularly in the State of Illinois. It includes current issues and consequences of unsafe driving and organizations developed to help alleviate unsafe driving. Levels of licenses are explained and 50 hours of road practice are included as a qualifying element to obtain a graduated license.
Electives- 3 Credit Hours Needed for Graduation
Business Mathematics
This course is designed to help students
develop competencies in mathematics for business and personal use.
Students will begin with a basic math review and use these skills
in real-life problem solving. The course focuses on awareness of
consumer-related issues and strives to help students become "more
informed" consumers.
Personal Finance
This course teaches students how to make good financial decisions in the global economy. It prepares students in living comfortable lives for themselves and their families using reasonable, economy-based calculations to manage finances.
Business Communications
This course teaches students effective communication. It addresses communication with diversity and appropriate grammatical skills. The course encompasses all types of writing , communication, and technological skills needed to successfully function in the workplace.
Business Law- Coming Soon
-College and Career Readiness: 2 Credits Recommended
Introduction to Computers
Introduction to Computers provides short history of
the computer, and lessons on: Circuits and Switches, Digital
Information, Microprocessors, Microsoft Office Programs, and
Internet Cyber functions.
Career Planning
Career Planning teaches students how to prepare and plan for successful careers. Skills are developed which provide tools to evaluate, explore, and make good decisions to launch an appropriate career.
Criminal Justice
This course familiarizes the student with our criminal justice system and its policies, issues, and challenges. The course also creates an awareness of what an individual faces upon re-entry into the community after incarceration.
Introduction to Basic Individual Taxation- Coming Soon
Financial Acounting- Coming Soon
Continuing Education For Certified Public Accountants, Enrolled Agents, Enrolled Retirement Plan Agents, and Other Tax Professionals
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Incorporating a Sole Proprietorship
Representing Clients Before the IRS
Practice and Procedures
Data Thefts and Protecting Client Information
The Retirement Plan Series
How to Apply for Tax Exempt Status
Tangible Property Regulations
Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit
Tips vs. Service Charges
Payment Alternatives When You Owe the IRS
Small Business Healthcare Tax Credits
Avoiding the Biggest Tax Mistakes
Data Thefts and Protecting Clint Information
Tax Information for International Businesses
How to Address Client Issues
2019 Individual Income Tax Refresher Course
This course incorporates theory and practice in tax preparation.n The information is continually updated to reflect the new tax regulations and forms.
The Enrolled Agent Review Program
Enrolled
Agents ( EAs) are tax practitioners with technical expertise in taxation
and are fully authorized to represent taxpayers before all
administrative levels of the Internal revenue Service including audits
collections and appeals. Only Enrolled Agents, Attorneys, and CPA's are
licensed to practice before the IRS and represent clients.
The Enrolled Agent Review Program is designed to prepare students for a
career as a tax professional. Enrolled Agents are in high demand in
small and large accounting firms, law firm, corporate accounting
departments, state departments of revenue, investment firms, banks, and
in private practice. Enrolled agents are Tax Experts and Tax
Professionals. The average U.S. Salary for an Enrolled Agent is $45,000.
The Enrolled Review Program study material consists of three areas of
taxation and one course in business mathematics.
Individual Taxation- Tax preparation and tax law for individual returns
Business Taxation- Tax preparation and tax law of small to large
corporations, and other business entities
Representation, Practice and Procedures- Representing clients before the
Internal Revenue Service using ethical practices and procedures per IRS
circular 2.30.
Business Mathematics-This course is designed to help students develop
competencies in mathematics for business and personal use. Students will
begin with a basic math review and use these skills in real-life problem
solving. The course focuses on awareness of consumer-related issues and
strives to help students become "more informed" consumers.
After a student completes the Enrolled Agent Review, they take the
Special Enrollment Examination ( SEE) at a Prometic local site.
Prometric is the only testing site authorized, by the IRS, to give the
SEE examination.
Once a student passes all three parts of the SEE examination , a federal
license is issued by the Internal Revenue Service. Students who pass
the
examination and receive their EA license, from the Department of
Treasury/ IRS, may practice in all jurisdictions governed by the
Internal Revenue Service.
In addition, According to the Internal Revenue Service Circular 230,
10.6(g) Enrolled Agents must qualify for the renewal of enrollment. In
order to qualify for renewal of enrollment, an individual enrolled to
practice before the Internal Revenue Service must certify on the
application for renewal form prescribed by the Director of Practice that
he or she has satisfied the requirement for continuing professional
education. Requirements for enrollment cycle. A minimum of 72 hours of
continuing education credit must be completed during each enrollment
cycle. A minimum of 16 hours of continuing education credit, including 2
hours of ethics or professional conduct, must be completed during each
enrollment year of an enrollment cycle.
We also provide the 72 hours of continuing education material, as an IRS
Continuing Education Provider, to qualify for the Enrolled Agent
Renewal. 72 Hours of continuing education must be completed within three
of of becoming an Enrolled Agent in order to renew the license. The cost
of the continuing education over a three year period is included in the
cost of the Enrolled Agent Review Program.
Continuing Legal Education
This on demand course begins on 11/13/2019-11/13/2020
2019/2020 Individual Income Tax Refresher Course
Professional Development
Protecting Our Children- Understanding and Preventing Abuse and Neglect in Early Childhood.
Teaching On line-What components are Needed to Become An Effective Presenter
How to Improve Student Attendance- What Steps to Take
Digital Learning Environments-Transform Both Learning and Teaching
Building Parent-Teacher Relationships
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