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Advanced topics in spanish
In Advanced Topics in Spanish, students continue to hone their skills and understanding in Spanish. This course’s pace and coverage of material is designed to allow interested students the opportunity to take the AP Exam in Spanish Language and Culture, but that is not a requirement of the course. World Languages
Spanish 4
In Spanish 4, students will continue to practice speaking, reading, and understanding Level 4 Spanish. At this point in their language learning, students are working on finessing and mastering the main tenses and grammatical constructions. World Languages
German 4
German 4 is the final and most advanced course of the German program at Prestans. In a multifaceted approach, classes consist of advanced grammar practice with task-based exercises, as well as cultural enrichment courses that draw upon German literature and visual arts. World Languages
Contemporary Literature
In this semester course, students study contemporary literature. Students will explore works of literature as pieces of art, considering questions about literary structure, character development, themes, and authorial choices. Writing & Literature
Screenwriting
Screenwriting presents the foundational principles of screenwriting and will encourage students to develop their writing skills, learn how to draft well-structured stories, create compelling characters, and become familiar with other important concepts to succeed in this field. Arts
iMovie Making
iMovie Making empowers students to utilize the powerful resources that they have in their pockets. Whether a student has no film experience, or they are looking for a cost-effective and quick way to grow their body of work, every student will enjoy making something at their own pace. Arts
Acting for Film
This semester-long course provides essential skills for students who want to establish a foundation in on-screen acting. Students will work with scripts for movies, television, theater, skits, social media campaigns, and auditions. Arts
Advanced Topics in Environmental Science
AT Environmental Science is an advanced, yearlong science course that runs for 30 synchronous sessions with accompanying asynchronous work and assessments. This course is meant for students who are curious to learn more about the world around them, understand the positive and negative impacts of their actions, and envision sustainable solutions to address dilemmas resulting from climate change. Sciences
Latin 4
Latin IV is a year-long regular level course designed to transition students to reading classical Latin in an unadapted form. We will read the best known Roman authors with a focus on learning about their culture in their own words, while reviewing advanced grammar topics. World Languages
Calculus Based Statistics
Calculus Based Statistics is an advanced level course for those who have successfully completed a semester of differential and integral calculus as a prerequisite. In order to succeed in this course, students must have exceptional mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Mathematics
Advanced Topics in Psychology
Advanced Topics Psychology is an advanced honors-level course designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of a college-level introduction to psychology course. Sciences
Psychology
General Psychology is a course designed to introduce and excite high school students about the study of psychology. In this semester-length course, students will learn about all major areas of psychology. Students will learn to explain behavior and apply theories using concepts from different theoretical frameworks. Students will also learn to analyze, interpret, and evaluate psychological research studies. Sciences
Mandarin Chinese 4
Mandarin Chinese 4 is equivalent to the intermediate level and is a continuation of Chinese III. In this course, students will master dialogue with colloquial expressions, learn new vocabulary and grammar, and explore Chinese culture. The assessments will encompass all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and typing. Upon successful completion of this course, learners will demonstrate enhanced communication skills in a wide range of topics covered in previous courses. World Languages
Advanced Topics in United States Government & Politics
This full-year advanced level course explores the relevancy of American Government, its policies and procedures, and the execution, enforcement, and interpretation of laws, as they align with the intent of the United States Constitution. History & Philosophy
Advanced Topics in Statistics
Advanced Topics in Statistics is a full year, advanced level course. The course moves at a consistent pace of roughly one chapter section per synchronous class. Students will be assigned asynchronous assignments prior to each class that will introduce the material so that synchronous sessions can focus on discussion and problem solving. Mathematics
Advanced Topics in Calculus AB
Advanced Topics in Calculus AB is an advanced level course for those who have successfully completed an advanced or accelerated pre-calculus class. In order to succeed in this course, students must have exceptional problem solving abilities and a clear understanding of functions and function behavior. This is a full year course, consisting of 30 synchronous sessions. Mathematics
Honors Physics
This full-year (30 synchronous sessions) course, designed for students with a strong interest in science, math, and problem-solving looking for a fast-paced and challenging course. It is a full-year course that covers mechanics, electrodynamics, and modern physics over the course of thirty synchronous meetings.Sciences
DIGITAL ART
This Art/Graphic Design course offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop. The seven chapters we cover will build a powerful foundation that encompasses all the essential skills necessary to move forward to advanced and professional-level challenges. Arts
Advanced Topics in French
In Advanced Topics in French, students continue to hone their skills and understanding in French. This course’s pace and coverage of material is designed to allow interested students the opportunity to take the AP Exam in French Language and Culture, but that is not a requirement of the course. World Languages
Advanced Topics in Physics
This full-year (30 synchronous sessions) Advanced Topics in Physics C is a rigorous, full-year, college-level course that covers topics taught in a first-year calculus-based physics class. The course is designed for students who have already taken or are concurrently taking calculus. Sciences