General Curriculum
8th Grade
- Fundamentals of English
- Pre-Algebra or Algebra 1
- U. S. History
- Physical Science
- Latin
9th Grade
- Classical Literature & Genre Studies
- Algebra I or Geometry (Euclid)
- Ancient & Classical History
- Biology
- Language (Latin, French, or Spanish)
10th Grade
- Medieval & Thematic Literature
- Geometry (Euclid) or Algebra II
- History of the Middle Ages through the Reformation
- Chemistry
- Language
11th Grade
- 16th–19th Century British & American Literature
- Algebra II or Pre-Calculus
- 16th – 19th Century History
- Physics
- Language
12th Grade
- Modern Literature / Senior Thesis
- Pre-Calculus or Calculus
- Modern History & Intellectual History of the Western World
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Language
The Fine Arts
- Art
- Drawing & Painting
- Chorus
- Music Appreciation
- Drama: Play Rehearsal
- Public Speaking
All grades also participate in Physical Education.
Homeschool Opportunities
Homeschool students are welcome to take any of our regularly offered courses. In addition, we offer homeschool-only classes which meet once a week. All courses are not offered every year. Below is our complete list of courses. For this year's list, go to the Admissions page.Academic Courses
All academic courses are open to home educated students.
Languages
Meet 3 afternoons/week, 55 minutes each class, and include a 2-week immersion experience in May.
- Latin
- French
- Spanish
Labs for Home Schoolers (5 weeks; one meeting/week for 2 hours)
- Biology Lab
- Chemistry & Physics Lab
Seminar for Home Schoolers (10 weeks; one meeting/week for 1 hour)
- Great Books discussion groups
Arts
Meet on Tuesday or Thursday for 2 hours per week. Each subject meets for two of the three 10-week terms.
- Drawing and Painting (autumn & spring terms)
- Art Too! (autumn & spring terms)
- Drama (winter & spring terms)
- Public Speaking (winter & spring terms)
- Chorus (autumn & winter terms)
- Music Appreciation (autumn & winter terms)
Thursday Out-of-the-Box Series
Open to all students, the Thursday Series includes field trips, special speakers, and special projects, as well as special rehearsals for Drama or Music performances.