School For Biliteracy

Integrated Mathematics I: Biliteracy For All

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Integrated Mathematics II: Biliteracy For All

Course Description

Students in this course study; extending the number system, working with quadratic equations representations of quadratic equations, quadratic functions and modeling, geometric similarities, right triangles and trigonometry, probability, and circles. Integrated II is generally required for college admission. Morton Freshman Center - M20C0F/M20C0S: For students who completed Integrated 1 at Unity. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I
OFFERED: One year course

Integrated Mathematics III: Biliteracy For All

Course Description

Students in this course will study; Statistics, Geometric Proofs, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals and Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. ACT Preparation activities are included. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II
OFFERED: One year course

Integrated Mathematics I Honors: Biliteracy For All

Course Description

Students in this course study; expressions, introduction to functions and interpreting functions, linear relationships and modeling linear functions, congruence of geometry, systems of equations, inferential statistics, exponential functions, and comparing exponential functions and linear functions by modeling, extending the number systems, representing quadratic functions, and working with and modeling quadratic functions. Students in this course will study the same materials as in Integrated Mathematics l CORE and 1st semester of Integrated Mathematics 2 CORE, but at a faster pace. Acceleration and depth-of-study are characteristics of this program. Students can enroll in Integrated II HONORS from Integrated l CORE by passing the Integrated II HONORS Summer Seminar. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Integrated Mathematics III Honors: Biliteracy For All

Course Description

Students in this course will study Statistics, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals & Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. ACT Preparation activities are included. Students in this course will study the same content as in Integrated III Core, but at a faster pace and a greater depth of study. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II
OFFERED: One year course

AP Pre-Calculus: Biliteracy For All

Course Description

This course will prepare students for other college-level mathematics and science courses. Through regular practice, students build deep mastery of modeling and functions, and they examine scenarios through multiple representations. The course framework delineates content and skills common to college precalculus courses that are foundational for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. Topics include polynomial & rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric & polar functions, and functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices. ACT Preparation activities are included. Students can enroll in AP Precalculus from Integrated II Honors by passing the Integrated Mathematics III Summer Seminar Course. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP PRECALCULUS OR INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II (HONORS)
OFFERED: One year course

Biology: Biliteracy for All

Course Description

This course is for students who want to develop their science skills and their Spanish language skills. This course is for students who have speaking skills in Spanish. Most of the topics will be covered in Spanish. Students will take their assessments with a bilingual exam. Students develop an understanding of laws that govern the existence of all life. Student work emphasizes experimentation, observation and analysis of experimental data. Concepts involving problem solving, biochemistry, ecology, evolution, reproduction, heredity, plant and animal physiology and the pattern of unity among living things are also studied. This course is accepted for college preparation in laboratory science. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy program.

CREDIT: 1.0
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Biology Honors: Biliteracy for All

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Chemistry: Biliteracy for All

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This course is for students who want to develop their science skills and their Spanish language skills. This course is for students who have speaking skills in Spanish. Most of the topics will be covered in Spanish. Students will take their assessments with a bilingual exam. Students learn the principles underlying chemical changes and their theoretical applications. Laboratory work emphasizes techniques of observation, analysis of data, and formation of conclusions based on data. This course is accepted for college preparation in laboratory science. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy program.

CREDIT: 1.0
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of BILITERACY BIOLOGY
OFFERED: One year course

Chemistry Honors: Biliteracy for All

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Earth Science: Biliteracy for All

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This course is for students who want to develop their science skills and their Spanish language skills. This course is for students who have speaking skills in Spanish. Most of the topics will be covered in Spanish. Students will take their assessments with a bilingual exam. A study of the physical environment is the central theme of this course. Student work focuses on the study of minerals, rocks, volcanology, seismology, plate tectonics, hydrology, meteorology, earth history, and interpreting earth science data. This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy program.

CREDIT: 1.0
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

World History: Biliteracy for All

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United States History: Biliteracy for All

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Spanish Language Arts IV

Course Description

This course is designed for students with an advanced speaking and writing skills in Spanish. Students will study culture from Spanish-speaking countries using reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Students will enjoy various readings and activities concerning festivities, important historical events, different indigenous groups, and works of influential authors of Spanish-speaking countries as well as learn about the Latinos in the United States and how they have shaped the Latino communities as well as the economy and education in the United States. Course is given all in Spanish.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of SPANISH III OR PLACEMENT TEST
OFFERED: One year course

Spanish Language Arts V

Course Description

This course is designed for students with an advanced speaking and writing skills in Spanish. Students will study Hispanic culture using reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Students will enjoy various readings and activities concerning festivities, important historical events and works of influential authors of Spanish-speaking countries. Course is given in all Spanish.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS IV OR PLACEMENT TEST
OFFERED: One year course

AP Spanish Language and Culture

Course Description

Students will continue to read, speak and write in Spanish, continue the study of cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and read a variety of literary works written in Spanish. Students are required to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective/Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS IV OR SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS V OR PLACEMENT TEST
OFFERED: One year course

AP Spanish Literature and Culture

Course Description

Students will continue to read, speak, listen and write in Spanish. They will continue to study the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and read a variety of literary works in Spanish. Emphasis is given to preparation for the AP Spanish Literature exam. Students are required to take the AP Spanish Literature and Culture exam.

Spanish Translation and Interpretation

Course Description

This course supports the goals of the Portrait of a Morton Graduate Career Focus. Students will prepare for certification in Translation and Interpretation. This course helps students prepare for the Seal of Biliteracy. This course prepares students for using their Spanish language assets in a work setting. Students will be able to prove their language skills and report them on their resume.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective/Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS IV, SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS V, AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE, AP SPANISH LITERATURE AND CULTURE 
OFFERED: One year course