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Good afternoon, CodeRVA Families- It is hard to believe we are closing out the 2025-26 school year. At our Awards Assemblies yesterday we had the students sit in alphabetical order to show them what it will be like at Graduation in 2027, 2028, and 2029. For all our...May 18, 2026 | Raptor Rundown
Good afternoon, CodeRVA Families- This week’s message will be fairly short as many of our families will be celebrating the Class of 2026 this afternoon! First, a huge Thank You to our awesome PTSA for providing an incredible send off for the Class of 2026! Not only...Focuses on conceptualization and problem solving for interactive design. Instructs students in techniques specific to web, multimedia for the web and other interactive design projects using current technology and standards. Interactive functionality and usability are covered. Part I of II.
Provides a working introduction to computer-based electronic technology used by visual artists and designers. Presents the basics of operating platforms and standard industry software. Introduces problems in which students can explore creative potential of the new electronic media environment.
Continues the study of design concepts introduced in Design for the Web l (ART 116). Concentrates on the addition of animation, sound, and interactivity to the web pages. Explores advanced design problems.
Introduces the basic elements of web page design: typography, imagery, and color, and examines how they are combined to create effective layouts. Teaches organization of materials, sketching and concept development, site planning and various methods of construction.
Explores and contrasts data structures, algorithms for manipulating data structures, and their use and appropriateness in writing efficient real-world programming applications. Investigates implementations of different data structures for efficient searching, sorting, and other transformer operations. Third course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221, CSC 222, CSC 223).
Introduces the concepts and techniques of object-oriented programming to students with a background in procedural programming and problem solving. Uses a high-level computer language to illustrate and implement the topics. Second course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221, CSC 222, CSC 223).
Graphic Arts will enhance the student’s skills through the use of the computer as a tool to create personally expressive original art. Skills will be developed through creative thinking, visual problem-solving, and experimentation. Emphasis will be on an in-depth study and application of skills and concepts in Adobe Photoshop for graphic design and digital imaging while using computers, drawing tablets, and digital cameras for art creation. This course will also address design principles and elements, image creation, image manipulation, and image types. There will be a basic introduction to photography, typography, and ethical or legal issues with digital work. Instruction provided will aid in responding to a student’s own art and that of others including analysis, critique, and interpretation for the purpose of reflecting and refining work. The cumulative project will be the creation of a portfolio of the student’s own work.
Introduces problem solving and implementation of solutions using a high level programming language in a structured programming environment. Includes concepts and practice of structured programming, problem-solving, top-down design of algorithms, a high level programming language syntax, control structures, arrays, and an introduction into object oriented programming. First course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221, CSC 222, CSC 223). The assignments in this course require mathematical problem solving skills, algebraic modeling and functions, and use of variables.
World Language courses are provided through Virtual Virginia’s online learning platform. The world language courses currently offered are listed below. To enroll in a level II course or beyond, a student must meet the respective prerequisite requirement(s) for that course (example: a student must pass Spanish I to enroll in Spanish II). Virtual Virginia world language courses are provided in a part I and part II structure (example: Spanish I – Part I (fall) and Spanish I – Part II (spring). A student’s final world language grade will be an average of their final grade in Part I and Part II of the course, respectively.
Below are the World Language courses offered:
Economic concepts that help students interpret the daily news, understand how interdependent the world’s economies are, and anticipate how events will impact their lives. On a personal level, students learn that their own human capital (knowledge and skills) is their most valuable resource and that investing in education and training improves the likelihood of their future economic success. The standards also help students develop thinking skills that include analyzing real-world situations, economic reasoning, decision making, and problem solving.
This course is the second credit for high school graduation. The course covers preparing for courtship, planning for a family, lifetime goal planning for a future, pathologies for disease, participation in drug free recreational activities, and understanding the physical, mental, and psychological effects of alcohol and drugs in society. Also covered are maturation, interpersonal relationships, problem solving, budgeting, debts, investing, personal fitness, development of a fitness program, resting heart rate, target heart rate, maximum heart rate, and logging of a personal fitness plan and maintaining it throughout the semester.
This course is the first year of Health and Physical Education and focuses on the study of health, wellness, personal fitness, human diseases, social health, mental health, and nutrition. This course also includes training in CPR, AED use, and emergency first aid. The class includes a variety of fitness equipment and free weight knowledge to educate the students on the proper forms of weight training to prevent injuries for long term use.
Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence.
Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence.
This course is built on the nature of science, application of knowledge, quantitative analysis, and drawing conclusions based on laboratory exercises and experimental design. Students will investigate the fundamental principles of physics while using algebra, inferential statistics and trigonometry. Physics concepts include the fundamentals of SI units, motion, vectors, forces, momentum, work, energy, power, light and electricity. If time permits, the topics of special relativity, nuclear physics, dark matter and dark energy will be covered.
Presents an overview of statistics including descriptive statistics elementary probability probability distributions estimation hypothesis testing correlation and linear regression.
Prepares students for further study in calculus with analytic geometry by providing them with the necessary competencies in finding limits differentiation and integration. Continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular polar and parametric graphing indefinite and definite integrals methods of integration and power series along with applications.
Presents concepts of limits, derivatives, differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules, application of differentiation, antiderivatives, integrals and applications of integration.
Presents topics in power polynomial rational exponential and logarithmic functions systems of equations trigonometry trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics.
Teaches political institutions and processes of the national government of the United States focuses on the Congress presidency courts and on their interrelationships. Gives attention to public opinion suffrage elections political parties interest groups civil rights domestic policy and foreign relations.
Surveys the general history of the United States from 1865 to the present and allows students to reach a basic understanding of the characteristic features of the United States’ historical development in the late 19th, 20th & early 21st centuries. Students will learn about some of the important political, economic, social, intellectual, cultural and religious changes that shaped the development of the United States since 1865.
Surveys the general history of the United States to 1865 and allows students to reach a basic understanding of the characteristic features of the United States’ early historical development. Students will learn about some of the important political, economic, social, intellectual, cultural and religious changes that shaped the development of the United States from earliest times.
Examines selected American literary works from the late-nineteenth century to the present emphasizing the ideas and characteristics of our national literature. Involves critical reading and writing. Dual Enrollment College Composition II has been designated as a “writing intensive” course according to standards developed by the English department.
Examines American literary works from pre-colonial times through the mid-nineteenth century emphasizing the ideas and characteristics of our national literature. Involves critical reading and writing. Dual Enrollment Survey of American Literature I has been designated as a “writing intensive” course according to standards developed by the English department.
Continues to develop college writing with increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, and research, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the human experience. Requires students to locate, evaluate, integrate, and document sources and effectively edit for style and usage.
Introduces students to critical thinking and the fundamentals of academic writing. Through the writing process, students refine topics: develop and support ideas; investigate, evaluate, and incorporate appropriate resources; edit for effective style and usage; and determine appropriate approaches for a variety of contexts, audiences, and purposes. Writing activities will include exposition and argumentation with at least one researched essay.
Covers Boolean algebra combinational and sequential circuits algorithms and algorithm analysis recursion recurrence relations graphs and trees.
Examines the hierarchical structure of computer architecture. Focuses on multi-level machine organization. Uses a simple assembler language to complete programming projects. Includes processors instruction execution addressing techniques data representation and digital logic.
The purpose of this course is to assist students in developing and applying knowledge of our Universe. Students will learn to compare the conditions, properties and motions of bodies in space. Emphasis shall be placed on studying our Earth, Solar System and Milky Way Galaxy. The course content also includes, but is not limited to, historical astronomy, astronomical instruments, the earth as a system in space, the earth/moon system and the sun as a star. Students will be introduced to current and future space missions by NASA and SpaceX, with a specific focus on the 2024 Artemis Mission. The study of black holes and time dilation will be included in the course content as well. Concepts taught in Physics and Chemistry will be discussed and developed further.
Prerequisite: American Studies I or English 11 and VA/US History
Description: The Senior Writing Seminar is an academic elective course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of high school graduates and prepares students for college and career readiness and success. Additionally, this course will prepare high school seniors for life after high school by acclimating them to aspects of the college and job application process. The seminar is designed to guide students through those stages in “real time” as they are actually experiencing them throughout their 12th grade year. While preparing for life after high school in this course, students will:
Standards for Virginia and United States Government define the knowledge that enables citizens to participate effectively in civic and economic life. Students will apply social science skills as a foundation to examine fundamental constitutional principles, the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, the political culture, the policy-making process at each level of government, and the characteristics of the United States economy. There is an emphasis on understanding the duties and responsibilities that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in the civic life of an increasingly diverse democratic society. Students will examine the evolving political and economic roles of Virginia and the United States in the global community, as well as the intellectual skills required for responsible citizenship. Students will apply these skills, individually and collaboratively through online modules and projects, as they extend their understanding of the essential knowledge defined by the standards for Virginia and United States Government in a blended learning course on Canvas.
Prerequisite: American Studies I, DE English 11, or English 11
In English 12, an online course through Canvas, twelfth-grade students will use organizational skills and both verbal and nonverbal presentation skills to plan and deliver an effective oral presentation, choosing language and tone appropriate to the audience and purpose. Students will use technology and understanding of media to create, organize, and display knowledge in ways others can access, view, and use. Students will expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and viewing. Students will analyze British literature and literature of other cultures, recognizing major literary forms and their elements. Using nonfiction texts, students will analyze and synthesize information to solve problems. Writing will include the production of informational, expository, and persuasive/argumentative papers, logically organized demonstrating knowledgeable judgments, and effective conclusions. Students will also produce a well documented major research product, by locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and documenting information following ethical and legal guidelines. Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of grammatical conventions through writing, editing, and speaking.
Prerequisite: Global Studies II
The standards for Virginia and United States History expand upon the foundational knowledge and skills previously introduced to include the historical development of American ideas and institutions from the Age of Exploration to the present. While continuing to focus on political, geographic, and economic history, the standards provide students with a basic knowledge of American culture through a chronological survey of major issues, movements, people, and events in Virginia and United States history. As a foundation to develop historical thinking skills, students will apply social science skills to understand the challenges facing the development of the United States. These skills will support the investigation and evaluation of the fundamental political principles, events, people, and ideas that developed and fostered American identity and led to the country’s prominence in world affairs. The study of history emphasizes the historical thinking skills required for responsible citizenship, geographic analysis, and economic decision making. As a course required for graduation, VA/US History also prepares students for the VA/US History SOL test following course completion for those who need the verified credit.
Prerequisite: Global Studies II
In English 11, an online course through Canvas, eleventh-grade students will be able to make and analyze informative and persuasive oral presentations, with attention to the accuracy of evidence and the effectiveness of delivery. An examination of how media influences beliefs and behaviors will be introduced. Students will continue to develop and expand vocabulary. The study of both classic and contemporary American literature will enhance the student’s appreciation for literature. Students will be able to identify the prevalent themes and characterizations present in American literature, which are reflective of history and culture. Students will also use nonfiction texts to draw conclusions and make inferences citing textual support. Students will be able to write clear and accurate personal, professional, and informational correspondence and reports for research and other applications. Grammar development will continue through the application of rules for sentence formation, usage, spelling, and mechanics. Students will develop informative and persuasive writings by locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and documenting information following ethical and legal guidelines. Students will use these skills when taking the End of Course Reading SOL test, which is a requirement for graduation.
AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language.
Students develop proficiency in designing and creating web-based products and websites using industry-standard application software. Students apply principles of layout and design in completing projects. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of print, multimedia, and website projects produced in the course.
This course is an introductory course in computing with Python. It does not presuppose any advanced knowledge of computer science, and requires no more background in math than basic arithmetic. The class covers the foundations of computing, starting with the fundamental idea of computer programs, the basics of variables and operators, the control structures for directing program flow, and the data structures for advanced computing.
This advanced-level course prepares students for postsecondary education and careers in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. Students gain competitive skills required to administer, analyze, and secure applications, networks, and devices. Students perform threat analysis and participate in risk mitigation. Concepts include understanding threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; exploring technology and tools; examining architecture and design; analyzing identity and access management; demonstrating risk management; and examining cryptography and public key management.
The game design industry is the fastest revenue growing entertainment medium, and has created many new job disciplines. In this project-based course, students will create innovative games through the application of graphic design, animation, audio, and writing skills. Students will work in teams while developing problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication skills. They will analyze, design, prototype, and critique interactive games within a project management environment. Career opportunities across multiple industries, including the entertainment and educational arenas, will be explored.
Cybersecurity affects every individual, organization, and nation. This course focuses on the evolving and all-pervasive technological environment with an emphasis on securing personal, organizational, and national information. Students will be introduced to the principles of cybersecurity, explore emerging technologies, examine threats and protective measures, and investigate the diverse high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand career opportunities in the field of cybersecurity.
This course prepares students for entry-level careers in the Network Systems pathway. Students develop skills needed to become network technicians, PC support specialists, and information systems operators. It provides a hands-on introduction to networking using tools and hardware commonly found in residential and commercial environments.. Labs include PC installation, Internet connectivity, wireless connectivity, file and print sharing, and the installation of printers and cameras. Additionally, this course prepares students for jobs as network technicians and helps them develop additional skills required for computer technicians and help desk technicians. It provides a basic overview of routing and remote access, addressing, and security. It also familiarizes students with servers that provide email services, Web space, and authenticated access. Students learn about the soft skills required for help desk and customer service positions. Network monitoring and basic troubleshooting skills are taught in context.
High School Calculus is offered to help prepare students for college level course work in postsecondary education. Students’ abilities to work effectively with major topics from elementary functions are strengthened, and students are introduced to differential and integral calculus topics. High School Calculus is application oriented and exposure to detailed theory is limited. Topics covered provide a skill review and serve as background for a first semester college calculus course. To add depth to student understanding, graphing software is used for instruction throughout the course of study.
The statistics course will develop the basic principles of data collection and numerical analysis. Specific topics in the course of study include measures of central tendency, normal distribution, correlations, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to make use of available technologies to assist in organizing and interpreting data and to understand the usefulness of emerging technologies as tools for solving problems. Through meaningful activities, simulations, and connections to Computer Science students are provided with experiences that will model the means by which data are collected, used, and analyzed. This course will be offered as need arises for students.
Algebra II extends the concepts that students have encountered in previous coursework and provides a thorough treatment of advanced algebraic concepts including a study of functions, polynomials, rational and radical equations, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic equations, sequences and series, and data analysis. Students will further investigate topics that apply to Algebra III and Trigonometry where appropriate to prepare them for Dual Enrollment Pre Calculus. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications and modeling throughout the course of study. Oral and written communication concerning the language of algebra, logic of procedures, and interpretation of results. Desmos and other technology will enhance the student’s understanding. Students will also prepare for the Mathematics Virginia Placement Test as a part of the course in order to place into at least Dual Enrollment Pre Calculus. The Algebra II SOL test will be administered at the end of the course to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Dept. of Education graduation requirements.
Algebra II extends the concepts that students have encountered in previous coursework and provides a thorough treatment of advanced algebraic concepts including a study of functions, polynomials, rational and radical equations, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic equations, sequences and series, and data analysis. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications and modeling throughout the course of study. Oral and written communication concerning the language of algebra, logic of procedures, and interpretation of results. Desmos and other technology will enhance the student’s understanding. The Algebra II SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the standards for Algebra I and Geometry. AFDA is a problem-based learning course where students will strengthen technical skills from Algebra 1 and Geometry and build soft skills through communication and teamwork. Within the context of mathematical modeling and data analysis, students will study functions and their behaviors, systems of inequalities, probability, experimental design and implementation, and analysis of data. Students will solve problems that require the formulation of linear, quadratic, exponential, or logarithmic equations or a system of equations. Through the investigation of mathematical models and interpretation/analysis of data from real life situations, students will strengthen conceptual understandings in mathematics and further develop connections between algebra and statistics.
Prerequisite: American Studies I
American Studies II, a blended learning course on Canvas, integrates Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) for Virginia and United States Government and English 12. Students will learn about principles that enable citizens to participate effectively in civic and economic life. Students will apply social science skills as a foundation to examine fundamental constitutional principles, the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, the political culture, the policy-making process at each level of government, and the characteristics of the United States economy. In doing this, students will use these skills, along with technology and understanding of media to create, organize, and display knowledge in ways others can access, view, and use. Students will expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, and reading. Students will analyze literature of varied cultures, recognizing major literary forms and their elements and comparing texts to the founding documents which built the United States government, as well as the evolution of the modern political environment. Using nonfiction texts, students will analyze and synthesize information to solve fundamental problems and make policy recommendations. Writing will include the production of informational, expository, and persuasive/argumentative papers, logically organized demonstrating knowledgeable judgments, and effective conclusions. Additionally, students will explore the duties and responsibilities that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in the civic life of an increasingly diverse, multicultural, pluralistic, and democratic society.
Prerequisite: Global Studies II
American Studies I is an integration of VA/US History and English 11. The course is a survey of American history and literature that stresses social and cultural trends. A thematic approach is used, with a focus on identity, expansion, immigration, and conflict. Critical reading, thinking, and listening are emphasized. Skills in communication through writing, speaking, and presenting are also emphasized. Students will develop the skills of historical research and process writing. In addition to the study of non-fiction primary source documents, students will read poetry, short stories, and portions of plays by major American authors, augmenting the students’ understanding of American time periods, art, culture, and issues. The students’ appreciation for literature will be enhanced by the study of a variety of genres in classic and contemporary American literature. Students will be able to identify the prevalent themes and characterizations present in American literature which are reflective of history and culture. Students will examine their own identities and the relevance of history and literature to the present. Furthermore, students will be able to appreciate the contributions of other cultures to the development of American culture and society. The Reading and US History SOLs will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
Prerequisite: None
Global Studies I integrates English 9 and World Geography to help students build connections between English and History. The course incorporates English 9 Standards of Learning with World Geography Standards of Learning. This course takes a thematic approach that examines people, places, and environments at local, regional, national, and international levels. Students will continue to develop their English skills throughout the course with an emphasis on reading comprehension and analysis, writing in a variety of forms, and researching. The World Geography SOL and the first part of the Writing PBA test will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
Prerequisite: Global Studies I
Global Studies II integrates English 10 and World History and Geography: 1500 to the Present. This course continues to build upon content learned in Global Studies I, incorporating English 10 Standards of Learning with World History and Geography: 1500 to the Present Standards of Learning. This course takes a thematic approach that examines geographic influences on history with increased attention on the evolution of historical figures, revolutions and independence movements, expansion, the development of technology, conflict, contextualization, and connections to present day events. There is a sustained emphasis on reading comprehension and analysis, writing in a variety of forms, and researching to create multimodal presentations. The second and third parts of the Writing PBA test will be administered during this course. These writing assessments will be added to the PBA Portfolios started in Global Studies I and each portfolio will be assessed as a whole. Students’ portfolios must receive a passing score to earn a verified writing credit, which is a graduation requirement. The World Geography SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
The study of Ecology enables students to develop an understanding of the natural environment and the environmental problems the world faces. Students will investigate fundamental principles, human population, natural resources, energy sources, and human interactions within the environment. This course will utilize group lab and field experiences to meet these expectations. Concepts from Biology and Chemistry will act as the foundation for this course. Particular emphasis will be placed on local environments in Virginia.
This course focuses on the study of life. Students will learn about evolution, ecology, classification, and biotechnology. Students will understand the inner workings of cells, including how cells get energy and how genetic information is passed from parent to offspring. These areas are developed within a framework of the principal biological theories with an emphasis on critical thinking and science process skills. Students will end the year with an investigation into the modern applications of science in the biotechnology industry. The Biology SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
Chemistry is an inquiry-based course dedicated to the interactions of matter and energy. Students will investigate the fundamental principles of Chemistry and develop practical connections to nuclear chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and environmental science. This course will utilize laboratory experiments to analyze data and draw conclusions based on qualitative and quantitative data. The Chemistry SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
AP Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) is a course that explores the fundamentals of computing, including problem solving, working with data, understanding the Internet, cybersecurity, and programming. This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course introduces students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. It is a course that is designed to broaden the understanding of computer science for all students, no matter what your previous background, current interests, or intended college and career track may be. Students will develop computational thinking skills vital to success across various fields and subject areas and prepare students to take the AP CSP exam at the end of the year.
This interdisciplinary course focuses on biology and introductory chemistry. Students will start by learning about evolution, ecology, and environmental science, then will shift focus to chemistry in order to build the foundations necessary to study life on the cellular level. Topics will include the history of the periodic table, atoms, and types of bonds. Students will understand the inner workings of cells, including how cells get energy and how genetic information is passed from parent to offspring. Students will end the year with an investigation into the modern applications of science in the biotechnology industry. The Biology SOL will also be administered at the completion of this course or by the end of the school year.
Geometry is a unified study of plane, solid, and coordinate geometric concepts which provides students with the prerequisite skills that will facilitate the study of advanced mathematics. Investigations of lines, planes, congruences, similarities, angle relationships, parallelism, perpendicularity, polygons, areas, volumes, circles, and three-dimensional figures are incorporated to provide a complete course of study. Opportunities are provided for discovery learning through hands-on activities and experiences that allow for utilizing computer software to explore major concepts and develop problem solving skills. The Geometry SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
The design of the Precalculus course allows for the extension of Algebra 2 concepts with an emphasis on functions, theory of equations, graph theory, matrices, sequences and series, and conic sections to prepare students for the study of pre-calculus. Elementary trigonometric topics are introduced and fully developed to include triangular and circular definitions of the trigonometric functions, establishing identities, special angle formulas, Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and solutions of trigonometric equations. Constructing, interpreting, and using graphs of the various function families is stressed throughout the course of study. The course of study is enhanced by making connections of the concepts presented to other disciplines. Students are encouraged to explore fundamental applications of the topics studied with the use of graphing calculators.
This course is built on the nature of science, application of knowledge, quantitative analysis, and drawing conclusions based on laboratory exercises and experimental design. Students will investigate the fundamental principles of chemistry and physics while using algebra, inferential statistics and trigonometry. Chemistry concepts include atomic structure, chemical bonding, kinetic molecular theory, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. Physics concepts include the fundamentals of SI units, motion, vectors, forces, momentum, energy, power, light and electricity. If time permits, the topics of special relativity, nuclear physics, dark matter and dark energy will be covered. The Chemistry SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
Algebra I is designed to build on Algebra concepts learned in pre-Algebra and to help students develop the skills needed to be successful in future mathematics coursework. Students will represent problem situations using expressions, equations, and inequalities. Graphing and solving linear and quadratic functions will be major areas of study. The application of algebraic concepts and processes to the real world will be enhanced with the use of technology. The Algebra I SOL will be administered to any student needing the test to meet the Virginia Department of Education graduation requirements.
This is an introductory course for students to develop industry compliant websites. Students will learn HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to develop dynamically interactive web pages. Students will use a hands-on approach to developing websites using a text editor of his or her choice. Students will be able to:
1. Analyze and critique websites
2. Design and prototype websites
3. Create semantic HTML pages that are logically structured and adequately commented
4. Use CSS to style HTML elements that meet responsive design principles
5. Use JavaScript to add interactive functionality to websites.