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Below is a listing of courses currently offered for Bethel District Summer School.
Algebra 1 (MTH 103/104)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Mathematics 1.0
Course Platform: Plato
NCAA Approved
This course emphasizes the concepts of Algebra at the high school level. Topics include: data exploration, proportional reasoning and variation, linear equations, fitting a line to data, systems of equations and inequalities, exponents and exponential models, functions, transformation, quadratic models, probability and an introduction to geometry. In addition to these topics, students will interpret and make decisions based on numerical information and find ways to solve problems that arise in real life while working independently and in groups.
Algebra 2 (MTH 253/254)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective, Mathematics, Mathematics Elective 1.0
Course Platform: Plato
NCAA Approved
This course emphasizes the concepts of Advanced Algebra at the high school level. Topics include: problem solving; patterns and recursion; describing data; linear models and systems; functions, relations, and transformations; exponential, power, and logarithmic functions; matrices and linear systems; quadratic and other polynomial functions; parametric equations and trigonometry; conic sections and rational functions; trigonometric function; series; probability; and applications of statistics. In addition to these topics, students will interpret and make decisions based on numerical information and find ways to solve problems that arise in real life while working alone and in groups.
American Government (SST 201/202)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit: Social Studies 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
This course is designed to give students a foundation in local, state, and federal political systems that include, but are not limited to, fundamentals of the United States Constitution; political processes and the separate functions of executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government; political culture; party systems; Interest groups; bureaucracies; Institutions (military, etc.); civil society; media rolls; public policy (civil liberties, rights). Emphasis will be on the study of local government and factors influencing public policy making in the United States and selective nations in the world.
Art Survey (ART 101/102)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 (repeatable)
Credit: Elective, Fine Arts 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
Students will explore a variety of tools, techniques, and media while applying the elements and principles of the visual arts. Studio activities will focus on drawing, printmaking, painting, and sculpture. Through the art that students produce, they will develop reflective and art criticism skills. Historical styles and artists will be studies in conjunction with current careers in art. (This class is repeatable, we offer two Art Survey classes you can take, so you can get up to 1.0 credits for art survey.)
Biology (SCI 205/206)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective, Lab Science 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Students study the relationship of living organisms to each other and the non-living world. Topics include nature and the continuity of life, plants and animals, cellular biology, photosynthesis and respiration, genetics, microbial life, ecological relationships in nature and other related science topics. Students are working toward meeting standard on the 10th Grade Level Expectations in science.
Communication Arts 9 (ENG 101/102)
Grade Level: 9
Credit: Communication Arts 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Students concentrate on reading literature in the form of short stories, novels, drama, poetry, and outside reading. They work on extending writing skills by writing research papers, work with the five-paragraph essays (persuasive, personal, comparison/contrast, and informative), and responses to literature. All writing is integrated with grammar and techniques of style. They also work on development of communication skills in group work as well as introduction to elements of informational and visual media. Required readings for this course are Romeo and Juliet, “Black Elk Speaks” or “California Palms,” and The Odyssey. Students work toward meeting standard on the 9-10 Grade Level Expectations in reading and writing. Completion of this course to standard is required for graduation.
Communication Arts 10 (ENG 201/202)
Grade Level: 10
Credit: Communication Arts 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Through reading, writing, listening, speaking, and information retrieval students learn to communicate effectively. They learn cooperative skills and write extensively using analytical scoring guides to increase their writing skills. Students study a variety of literary genre including drama and fiction. Study of Latin/Greek roots, prefixes, and suffixes support vocabulary development. Study skills and test taking strategies are also studied. Required readings for this course are Julius Caesar or A Mid Summer Night’s Dream, Farewell to Manzanar or Night, and Lord of the Flies. Students work toward meeting standard on the Grade Level Expectations in reading and writing for the 10th grade.
Grade Level: 11
Credit: Communication Arts 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
This course gives students broad theme-related exposure to development of American literature. Students study American short stories, drama, poetry, essays, biographies, folk tales, and political documents. Students prepare for writing assessments by learning to effectively use the analytical scoring guide. Daily language workouts review grammar, and vocabulary is literature-based. Required readings for this course are The Glass Menagerie or The Crucible, Narrative Life of Frederick Douglass, “I Will Fight No More Forever,” Scarlet Letter or Huck Finn or Of Mice and Men.
Communication Arts 12 (ENG 401/402)
Grade Level: 12
Credit: Communication Arts 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Communication Arts 12 is a course in literature, grammar, and composition. Student practice opportunities are designed to promote reading, comprehension, writing skills, and effective communication. Students will read for pleasure, pursue individual writing projects, and get ready for post-secondary application of Communication Arts skills. Required readings for this course are Much Ado about Nothing, Macbeth or Hamlet, A Modest Proposal, and Things Fall Apart.
Contemporary World Issues (SST 401/402)
Grade Level: 12
Credit: Social Studies 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
This is the study of international, national, and local issues through a lens that allows for respect and recognition of diversity. The issues of cultural ethnicity, sexism, discrimination, and global diversity are examined in economic, sociological, political, and civic contexts
Creative Writing (ENG 409/410)
Grade Level: 12
Credit: Communication Arts, Elective 0.5
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Communication Arts 11 or AP English Language and Composition
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Students learn to express and analyze their own thoughts through short stories, poems, essays, and plays. Class discussions analyze different writing styles so students can gain literary and creative insights. Daily written assignments are required, as well as weekly reading assignments. This course is strongly recommended for students with imagination who plan to enroll in college writing courses.
Environmental Science (SCI 201/202)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective, Science 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
Students use the scientific method to explore and understand the environment. Topics may include the effects of pollution, global warming, laboratory studies, and student-centered projects.
Geometry (MTH 151/152)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Mathematics 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
This course emphasizes the concepts of Geometry at the high school level. Topics include: geometric art; polygons; reasoning in geometry; using tools in geometry; discovering and proving triangle properties, polygon properties, circle properties; angle/line relationships; transformations and tessellations; area; the Pythagorean Theorem; volume; similarity; and an introduction to trigonometry. In addition to these topics, students will interpret and make decisions based on geometric information and find ways to solve problems that arise in real life while working alone and in groups.
Health (HEF 215/216)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective, Health & Fitness 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
Students learn the importance of total health/wellness by studying the mental, physical, and social aspects of healthy lifestyles. Topics include the nervous system, alcohol and drug abuse, nutrition, eating disorders, fitness, and stress management.
United States History II (SST 205/206)
Grade Level: 10, 11
Credit: Social Studies 1.0
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Students will examine basic features of United States history during the period of 1877 to the present. The catalyst for studying this time in United States history will be the themes of change, national identity, power, authority and governance, and global connections. The course will include, but not be limited to the following: industrialization, immigration, reform, World War I, the twenties, depression and the New Deal, World War II, civil rights, the Vietnam War, and contemporary times. Within this survey course, considerable attention will be given to formation and development of geography competency skills, analyzing primary and secondary sources, bias detection, essay writing and presentation skills.
Washington State History (SST 107/108)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Social Studies 0.5
Course Platform: Advanced Academics
NCAA Approved
Topics include the region’s geography, exploration, native populations, fur trade, settlement, Indian wars, statehood, economics, and government. This is a required course for graduation.
World Studies (SST 207/208)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Credit: Social Studies 0.5
Course Platform: Plato
NCAA Approved
World Studies is a combination of the study of world history and current world issues. The study of world history centers on investigating the events of the past and their effect on events today: i.e., ancient India, ancient China, rise of Islam, Europe since the Renaissance and Africa and Latin America from the 19th century. The investigation of current world issues is dictated by events and issues that dominate world discourse: i.e., regional and world conflicts, environmental problems, world economy, human rights, population, etc. Upon completion of this course, students will have an understanding of the historical background and possible resolution of current major issues.