Classes
Advanced Biology
Mr. Jonathan Priest
This course will connect the creation to the Creator! Modules that will be covered include human anatomy and physiology, including the skeletal, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) or College Level Examination (CLEP) tests, intended for those who have successfully completed high school biology and chemistry. Lab fee is $20.
This course will connect the creation to the Creator! Modules that will be covered include human anatomy and physiology, including the skeletal, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) or College Level Examination (CLEP) tests, intended for those who have successfully completed high school biology and chemistry. Lab fee is $20.
Algebra 1/2 (Pre-Algebra)
Mrs. Kathy Gangi
This course covers: area, percent, ratio, order of operations, and other beginning algebra concepts. Students entering Pre-Algebra will be required to take a placement exam to ensure readiness. This is no charge and will be arranged prior to the beginning of the school year.
This course covers: area, percent, ratio, order of operations, and other beginning algebra concepts. Students entering Pre-Algebra will be required to take a placement exam to ensure readiness. This is no charge and will be arranged prior to the beginning of the school year.
Algebra I
Mr. Todd Schoch
This course involves manipulating numbers and equations through Algebraic processes. In this course we will investigate the ways we can apply equations and functions to help solve lots of different kinds of problems, be able to manipulate and visually evaluate results, and most importantly looking at the marvelous and awesome design God has woven into His Creation.
This course involves manipulating numbers and equations through Algebraic processes. In this course we will investigate the ways we can apply equations and functions to help solve lots of different kinds of problems, be able to manipulate and visually evaluate results, and most importantly looking at the marvelous and awesome design God has woven into His Creation.
Algebra II
Mr. Todd Schoch
We will review a few of the topics of Algebra I and go into more detail with others, while introducing many new topics needed for precalculus and college level mathematics courses.
We will review a few of the topics of Algebra I and go into more detail with others, while introducing many new topics needed for precalculus and college level mathematics courses.
American Government
Mr. Robert Ludwig
This course will cover the structure of the Constitution with the separate branches of the Federal government, the amending process, and the Bill of Rights emphasized. State and local government will also be covered, as well as the functioning of the political parties in our system of government. The relationship between the national government and the states will be addressed. Historical and current examples of issues and problems associated with our government will be presented along with applications from current events.
This course will cover the structure of the Constitution with the separate branches of the Federal government, the amending process, and the Bill of Rights emphasized. State and local government will also be covered, as well as the functioning of the political parties in our system of government. The relationship between the national government and the states will be addressed. Historical and current examples of issues and problems associated with our government will be presented along with applications from current events.
American History
Mr. Robert Ludwig
This course will include a brief treatment of American History from the American Revolution to 1890. The main focus will cover the Age of Theodore Roosevelt to the Election of 1960, the election of John F. Kennedy. There will be presentations on the Progressive Era, World War I, The Roaring Twenties, The Great Depression and of course, The Second World War. Also covered, the Cold War, the Korean War, the McCarthy Era, and the beginning of the Space Race. The Presidencies of Truman and Eisenhower leading to the Kennedy - Nixon race in 1960.
This course will include a brief treatment of American History from the American Revolution to 1890. The main focus will cover the Age of Theodore Roosevelt to the Election of 1960, the election of John F. Kennedy. There will be presentations on the Progressive Era, World War I, The Roaring Twenties, The Great Depression and of course, The Second World War. Also covered, the Cold War, the Korean War, the McCarthy Era, and the beginning of the Space Race. The Presidencies of Truman and Eisenhower leading to the Kennedy - Nixon race in 1960.
Exploring the Bible - ccp
(Not offered 2018-19)
Highly recommended for all Christians, this course is a comprehensive study of the Bible looking at aspects of literature, history, and people of faith. Focus will be helping students navigate contemporary life through in-depth analysis of themes from the Old and New Testaments and the many heroes of the Christian faith. This will be an interactive class with a variety of mediums, including lectures, technology, art and more. Access to art supplies will be helpful. AU course REL106 Exploring the Bible. Meets AU core religion credit.
Highly recommended for all Christians, this course is a comprehensive study of the Bible looking at aspects of literature, history, and people of faith. Focus will be helping students navigate contemporary life through in-depth analysis of themes from the Old and New Testaments and the many heroes of the Christian faith. This will be an interactive class with a variety of mediums, including lectures, technology, art and more. Access to art supplies will be helpful. AU course REL106 Exploring the Bible. Meets AU core religion credit.
Bible
Mr. Russ Enzor
This class is an introduction and survey of several Old and New Testament books with emphasis on relating it's major themes to current events using a biblical worldview.
This class is an introduction and survey of several Old and New Testament books with emphasis on relating it's major themes to current events using a biblical worldview.
Biology
Mr. Jonathan Priest
In Biology we study the complexity of the living part of God's creation. We will define life, learn about the different kingdoms of living organisms, investigate cell structures, DNA, genetics, evolution and creation, ecology, and identify systemic structures. Lab fee is $15.
In Biology we study the complexity of the living part of God's creation. We will define life, learn about the different kingdoms of living organisms, investigate cell structures, DNA, genetics, evolution and creation, ecology, and identify systemic structures. Lab fee is $15.
Business Math
Mr. Todd Shoch
Students will gain understanding in managing personal finances, the fundamentals of business finances, and prepare to be smart shoppers, informed taxpayers, and valued employees. We will also look at the Biblical basis for how we ought to handle both personal and professional finances.
Students will gain understanding in managing personal finances, the fundamentals of business finances, and prepare to be smart shoppers, informed taxpayers, and valued employees. We will also look at the Biblical basis for how we ought to handle both personal and professional finances.
Calculus - ccp
Mr. Jeff Koleno
Functions, limits, techniques of differentiation and integration, with applications in the natural, social and management sciences. This course is college level and requires 2 years of high school Algebra and 1 year of Geometry. AU course MATH 201 Calculus w/Applications to Management, Life, and Social Sciences. Meets AU core requirement for math/logic.
Functions, limits, techniques of differentiation and integration, with applications in the natural, social and management sciences. This course is college level and requires 2 years of high school Algebra and 1 year of Geometry. AU course MATH 201 Calculus w/Applications to Management, Life, and Social Sciences. Meets AU core requirement for math/logic.
Chemistry
Mr. Jonathan Priest
In Chemistry we study the complexity of matter in God's creation. We will evaluate types of energy, the structure and function of atoms and molecules, changes in matter, stoichiometry, acids and bases, solutions, equilibrium, and redox reactions.
In Chemistry we study the complexity of matter in God's creation. We will evaluate types of energy, the structure and function of atoms and molecules, changes in matter, stoichiometry, acids and bases, solutions, equilibrium, and redox reactions.
Chapel/Current Events
Pastor Mark Abel
During Chapel/Current Events, many different areas of study will be covered from scripture topics, to items in the news. All news stories will be viewed through the lens of scripture and how God is working in our world today. This class is a favorite among students, with much lively discussion.
During Chapel/Current Events, many different areas of study will be covered from scripture topics, to items in the news. All news stories will be viewed through the lens of scripture and how God is working in our world today. This class is a favorite among students, with much lively discussion.
College Exam Prep
Mrs. Kathy Gangi
Intensive 3 week prep for college entrance exams (SAT/ACT). Offered as needed.
Intensive 3 week prep for college entrance exams (SAT/ACT). Offered as needed.
Composition
Mrs. Kathy Gangi
Theme based writing covering: outlining, narrative stories, summarizing, research reports, creative writing, essays and critiques. Grammar; capitalization, punctuation, parts of speech, sentence combination, phrases and clauses.
Theme based writing covering: outlining, narrative stories, summarizing, research reports, creative writing, essays and critiques. Grammar; capitalization, punctuation, parts of speech, sentence combination, phrases and clauses.
Advanced Composition
Mrs. Hillary Young
Theme based writing designed for the experienced high school student. This course will take the first half of the year focusing on more advanced style and essay models for college preparation. These essay models include: argumentative, personal, narrative, descriptive, persuasive, and literary analysis. Advanced research skills will also be the focus of this course. The second half will focus on business writing skills ranging from resume writing to blog writing.
Theme based writing designed for the experienced high school student. This course will take the first half of the year focusing on more advanced style and essay models for college preparation. These essay models include: argumentative, personal, narrative, descriptive, persuasive, and literary analysis. Advanced research skills will also be the focus of this course. The second half will focus on business writing skills ranging from resume writing to blog writing.
Computer
Mr. John Ross
During the course of the semester, students will learn about different operating systems with an emphasis on Windows 10. Microsoft Office Suite, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote will be included. Also a focus, safety in an online world and how to do critical research by looking for sites that can be used for research papers. We will take a critical look at sites like Wikipedia, Snopes.com, Google, and other ways of finding information, and explore the dangers of personal information in a digital age and ways of protecting personal information from potential hazards. Students will have the opportunity to discuss current tech trends and areas of interest to the students. Personal computers are encouraged as well as the MS Office Suite (but not mandatory) during these class times. (Office 365 is available for $99 a year for the subscription and includes all the newest updates.)
During the course of the semester, students will learn about different operating systems with an emphasis on Windows 10. Microsoft Office Suite, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote will be included. Also a focus, safety in an online world and how to do critical research by looking for sites that can be used for research papers. We will take a critical look at sites like Wikipedia, Snopes.com, Google, and other ways of finding information, and explore the dangers of personal information in a digital age and ways of protecting personal information from potential hazards. Students will have the opportunity to discuss current tech trends and areas of interest to the students. Personal computers are encouraged as well as the MS Office Suite (but not mandatory) during these class times. (Office 365 is available for $99 a year for the subscription and includes all the newest updates.)
Drawing - ccp or hs
Mrs. Kathy Harlan
This fundamental course provides a variety of approaches to improve individual skills in drawing. Attention to line, shape, value, texture, and perspective are used to develop an understanding of what we see in relation to how we represent them visually. AU course ART 140. Meets AU core credit for aesthetics.
This fundamental course provides a variety of approaches to improve individual skills in drawing. Attention to line, shape, value, texture, and perspective are used to develop an understanding of what we see in relation to how we represent them visually. AU course ART 140. Meets AU core credit for aesthetics.
Economics - ccp or hs
Mr. Ross Justice
This course will engage students in why, how and who uses markets and what we do when they fail. An introduction to the economist’s view of the world through extensive discussion, analysis with some writing. AU course ECON101-Market Fundamentals.
Meets AU core requirement for social science.
This course will engage students in why, how and who uses markets and what we do when they fail. An introduction to the economist’s view of the world through extensive discussion, analysis with some writing. AU course ECON101-Market Fundamentals.
Meets AU core requirement for social science.
Geometry
Mr. Jonathan Priest
This course is designed to emphasize the study of the properties and applications of common geometric figures in two and three dimensions. Inductive and deductive thinking skills are used in problem solving situations, and applications to the real world are stressed. It also emphasizes writing proofs to solve (prove) properties of geometric figures. Students who complete Geometry should take Algebra II next.
This course is designed to emphasize the study of the properties and applications of common geometric figures in two and three dimensions. Inductive and deductive thinking skills are used in problem solving situations, and applications to the real world are stressed. It also emphasizes writing proofs to solve (prove) properties of geometric figures. Students who complete Geometry should take Algebra II next.
Great Books-British LiteratureMrs. Hillary Young
Students will study works from the Anglo-Saxon Period to the Victorian Period, including Shakespeare and C.S. Lewis. Students will be able to connect modern thinking to these wonderful classics and truly see how the spiritual, political, and social structures of each period affected the literature of that time. |
Greek I
Mr. J.C. Haynes
This course will help students to be able to read and translate ancient Greek literature, with primary emphasis on the New Testament. First-year coursework will emphasize vocabulary acquisition and understanding of Greek grammar and forms to provide skills for translation and interpretation of the New Testament. Reading and listening exercises will include selections from the Gospel and Epistles of John along with various classical authors. Weekly quizzes will cover vocabulary; tests will focus on grammar as well as memorization of short passages.
This course will help students to be able to read and translate ancient Greek literature, with primary emphasis on the New Testament. First-year coursework will emphasize vocabulary acquisition and understanding of Greek grammar and forms to provide skills for translation and interpretation of the New Testament. Reading and listening exercises will include selections from the Gospel and Epistles of John along with various classical authors. Weekly quizzes will cover vocabulary; tests will focus on grammar as well as memorization of short passages.
Health
Mrs. Andrea Ross
This Health course introduces students to what good health is, why it is important, and what students should do in order to achieve good health. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: Demonstrate an awareness of health as it applies to their own bodies, minds, and emotions. Identify the components of a healthy lifestyle and set reasonable goals to achieve a lifestyle of wellness. Understand that incorporating sound health practices creates a lifestyle of moderation and wellness. Understand the responsibility of properly stewarding the body God has given them as directed in the Bible. Students will also receive American Heart Association certificate in CPR and First Aid. $20 lab fee.
This Health course introduces students to what good health is, why it is important, and what students should do in order to achieve good health. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: Demonstrate an awareness of health as it applies to their own bodies, minds, and emotions. Identify the components of a healthy lifestyle and set reasonable goals to achieve a lifestyle of wellness. Understand that incorporating sound health practices creates a lifestyle of moderation and wellness. Understand the responsibility of properly stewarding the body God has given them as directed in the Bible. Students will also receive American Heart Association certificate in CPR and First Aid. $20 lab fee.
Latin
Miss Katie Bailey
This course will provide students with a firm foundation in Latin usage and grammar. Emphasis is on vocabulary, memorizing paradigms, and translating words and sentences from Latin to English and English to Latin. Students will learn the basic forms and elements of the language to understand the proper uses of case, gender, number, mood, and tense. Quizzes over previous week's homework will reinforce student’s understanding of material covered. Tests for units of chapters will require the student to combine the skills learned up to that point. Appropriate for the Latin I & II level student.
This course will provide students with a firm foundation in Latin usage and grammar. Emphasis is on vocabulary, memorizing paradigms, and translating words and sentences from Latin to English and English to Latin. Students will learn the basic forms and elements of the language to understand the proper uses of case, gender, number, mood, and tense. Quizzes over previous week's homework will reinforce student’s understanding of material covered. Tests for units of chapters will require the student to combine the skills learned up to that point. Appropriate for the Latin I & II level student.
Painting - ccp or hs
Mrs. Kathy Harlan
This course acquaints the student with the fundamentals of the painting process. The basics of color theory and drawing are applied in a series of observational paintings in a variety of styles and techniques. Oil and acrylic painting media are explored in depth, as is the nature of the painted mark and the painted surface. Students also learn about solvents and mediums, and have experience making supports and grounds. AU course ART 261. May be taken for high school credit only.
This course acquaints the student with the fundamentals of the painting process. The basics of color theory and drawing are applied in a series of observational paintings in a variety of styles and techniques. Oil and acrylic painting media are explored in depth, as is the nature of the painted mark and the painted surface. Students also learn about solvents and mediums, and have experience making supports and grounds. AU course ART 261. May be taken for high school credit only.
Storytelling with Digital Photography
Mrs. Kathy Harlan (Not offered 2018-19)
This course will accomplish two specific things: Learning good composition and understanding the role of light that will aid in taking better, more creative photos, and learning how photos can be used to accurately convey the components of good storytelling such as factual details, editing, narrative, mood and emotion. Students will need a smartphone or any digital camera. Post processing and presentation will be completed on software provided in the classroom. Allow for approximately $30 for such things as print developing and storage devices.
This course will accomplish two specific things: Learning good composition and understanding the role of light that will aid in taking better, more creative photos, and learning how photos can be used to accurately convey the components of good storytelling such as factual details, editing, narrative, mood and emotion. Students will need a smartphone or any digital camera. Post processing and presentation will be completed on software provided in the classroom. Allow for approximately $30 for such things as print developing and storage devices.
Physical Science
Mr. Jonathan Priest
This course involves discovering the non-living aspects of our world at a macroscopic level. We will investigate the forces and parts of the world that we can readily observe. The class will have the opportunity to delve into the “working parts” that make up the physical world God has created. We will learn about the mechanisms God uses to keep the world, and universe, functioning.
This course involves discovering the non-living aspects of our world at a macroscopic level. We will investigate the forces and parts of the world that we can readily observe. The class will have the opportunity to delve into the “working parts” that make up the physical world God has created. We will learn about the mechanisms God uses to keep the world, and universe, functioning.
Psychology - CLEP option
Mr. Ed Krakora
How do we explain human behavior? Behavior topics examined by comparing and contrasting embedded sociocultural theories and evaluating how these diverse approaches converge on questions about multiple influences on human behavior. Biblical wisdom emphasized. Follows AU course PSYC 101. Meets AU core for social sciences. May be taken for high school credit only. College credits earned by passing the CLEP exam.
How do we explain human behavior? Behavior topics examined by comparing and contrasting embedded sociocultural theories and evaluating how these diverse approaches converge on questions about multiple influences on human behavior. Biblical wisdom emphasized. Follows AU course PSYC 101. Meets AU core for social sciences. May be taken for high school credit only. College credits earned by passing the CLEP exam.
Self-defense
Mr. & Mrs. Fisher - Rising Star Martial Arts (Offered Spring 2019)
Students will gain knowledge and confidence in basic life skills for protecting themselves and others around them. This class runs in 5-6 week sessions as needed. Typically offered once in each semester.
Students will gain knowledge and confidence in basic life skills for protecting themselves and others around them. This class runs in 5-6 week sessions as needed. Typically offered once in each semester.
Short Term Missions - ccp or hs
Pastor Mark Abel
Short Term Missions explores the development, theology, and practice of international short-term mission trips; introduces students to culture theory; and provides students with opportunities to develop skills in cross-cultural understanding and communication with particular cultures. Students will have opportunities
to interview participants, organizers, and leaders in the STM field in person and/or through technology. AU course REL 260. Meets CCI (Critical Cultural Inquiry) credit when completing the course with the study away component and the corresponding CCI narrative. We will focus on the narrative and meeting the religion credit only, not the CCI credit which is unique only to AU and can be met in other ways for students attending AU in the future. We are exploring the prospect of a missions trip to correspond with this course.
Short Term Missions explores the development, theology, and practice of international short-term mission trips; introduces students to culture theory; and provides students with opportunities to develop skills in cross-cultural understanding and communication with particular cultures. Students will have opportunities
to interview participants, organizers, and leaders in the STM field in person and/or through technology. AU course REL 260. Meets CCI (Critical Cultural Inquiry) credit when completing the course with the study away component and the corresponding CCI narrative. We will focus on the narrative and meeting the religion credit only, not the CCI credit which is unique only to AU and can be met in other ways for students attending AU in the future. We are exploring the prospect of a missions trip to correspond with this course.
Spanish I
Students will be introduced to Spanish as an academic subject in order to gain proficiency in the areas of listening, speaking, writing and reading. Lessons and exercises provide opportunities for students to express themselves in Spanish. Activities, homework, assignments, quizzes and other assessments will determine individual progress. Information about contemporary life, customs and culture in the Spanish speaking world will be presented with each unit.
Spanish II
Students will gain increased proficiency in the areas of listening, speaking, writing and reading in Spanish. Lessons and exercises provide opportunities for students to express themselves in Spanish. Activities, homework, assignments, quizzes and other assessments will determine individual progress. Information about contemporary life, customs and culture in the Spanish speaking world will be presented with each unit.
Speech I - ccp or hs
Mrs. Sherry Bouquet
The ability to communicate is cited as one of the most important skills a person can possess in any career field. Students will learn to speak in informative and persuasive speeches as well as practice impromptu and extemporaneous speaking. This is a college level course, high school sophomores and above may take even if not seeking college credit. AU course COM 101 Human Communication. Meets AU core requirement for communications.
The ability to communicate is cited as one of the most important skills a person can possess in any career field. Students will learn to speak in informative and persuasive speeches as well as practice impromptu and extemporaneous speaking. This is a college level course, high school sophomores and above may take even if not seeking college credit. AU course COM 101 Human Communication. Meets AU core requirement for communications.
Speech II - ccp or hs
Mrs. Sherry Bouquet (NOT OFFERED 2018-19)
This course is a study and practice in argumentative debate to gain audience support. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills in actual situations that call for debate, and analysis of the arguments. Believers should always be prepared to be a defense for Christ and able to share their faith. AU course COM 208 Argumentation and Advocacy. Meets AU core requirement for communications.
This course is a study and practice in argumentative debate to gain audience support. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills in actual situations that call for debate, and analysis of the arguments. Believers should always be prepared to be a defense for Christ and able to share their faith. AU course COM 208 Argumentation and Advocacy. Meets AU core requirement for communications.
Statistics - ccp
Mr. Jeff Koleno (Not offered 2018-19)
An introductory course designed to meet the needs of students in biology, business, economics, education, nursing, psychology and sociology. Covers theoretical frequency distributions, data dispersion and central tendency, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and analysis of variance. AU course MATH208 Elementary Statistics. Meets AU core for math/logic.
An introductory course designed to meet the needs of students in biology, business, economics, education, nursing, psychology and sociology. Covers theoretical frequency distributions, data dispersion and central tendency, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and analysis of variance. AU course MATH208 Elementary Statistics. Meets AU core for math/logic.
Visual Design - ccp or hs
Mrs. Kathy Harlan (Not offered 2018-19)
A fundamental study of two dimensional design. Students will explore various composition and design concepts through a series of hands on projects using a variety of art materials and techniques. In addition to design projects, students will participate in class critiques, learn how to analyze and discuss visual concepts, and do weekly “search & find” activities to connect what they are learning in class, to designs in their environment. Lab fee for materials is $30. AU course ART130. Meets AU core requirement for aesthetics.
A fundamental study of two dimensional design. Students will explore various composition and design concepts through a series of hands on projects using a variety of art materials and techniques. In addition to design projects, students will participate in class critiques, learn how to analyze and discuss visual concepts, and do weekly “search & find” activities to connect what they are learning in class, to designs in their environment. Lab fee for materials is $30. AU course ART130. Meets AU core requirement for aesthetics.
Western Civilization I
Mr. Robert Ludwig
Western Civilization I will begin with a treatment of early civilization in Mesopotamia Ancient Egypt, and the early Hebrews. Also covered, Greek and Roman history down to 500 AD. with emphasis on the advent of Christianity.
Western Civilization I will begin with a treatment of early civilization in Mesopotamia Ancient Egypt, and the early Hebrews. Also covered, Greek and Roman history down to 500 AD. with emphasis on the advent of Christianity.
Western Civilization II
Mr. Robert Ludwig
Western Civilization II will cover the rise of Islam, the spread of Christianity, Charlemagne, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Reformation, and the advent of modern Europe. The Vikings, early England, the Age of Discovery, and the Scientific Revolution as time allows.
Western Civilization II will cover the rise of Islam, the spread of Christianity, Charlemagne, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Reformation, and the advent of modern Europe. The Vikings, early England, the Age of Discovery, and the Scientific Revolution as time allows.
World Religions - ccp or hs
(NOT OFFERED 2017-18)
An introductory exploration of historical developments, beliefs and practices in selected Eastern and Western world religious traditions,with an emphasis on Christianity. Since students will be introduced to methods for analyzing and interpreting sacred texts, college level writing skills are required. AU course REL 107 Exploring World Religions. Meets AU core for religion.
An introductory exploration of historical developments, beliefs and practices in selected Eastern and Western world religious traditions,with an emphasis on Christianity. Since students will be introduced to methods for analyzing and interpreting sacred texts, college level writing skills are required. AU course REL 107 Exploring World Religions. Meets AU core for religion.