In this class, reading comes to life through sound, video, art, and storytelling. You’ll explore books, movies, podcasts, and digital stories to see how messages change across different media. This class is about creativity, expression, and finding your voice in today’s digital world.

Social Development focuses on understanding yourself and building healthy relationships with others. You’ll learn skills in self-awareness, communication, empathy, and managing emotions—both in and out of the classroom. Through activities and reflection, we’ll explore how to handle stress, resolve conflict, and set personal goals. This class helps you strengthen your confidence, make positive choices, and build the emotional tools you need for life, school, and work.

Get ready to step into the working world. In this class, you’ll learn how to build a strong resume, practice for interviews, and explore what makes a great first impression on the job. We’ll cover workplace basics like communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution, so you feel confident in any professional setting. You’ll also connect what you learn to real job experiences, with opportunities in IT, marketing, DCFS support roles and more. By the end, you’ll be ready to take the next step toward a career that fits your goals and strengths.

Algebra helps you understand patterns and solve real-life problems using numbers and symbols. You’ll learn how to work with equations, graph lines, and use formulas to make sense of everyday situations—like budgeting or measuring. Step by step, you’ll build confidence with problem-solving and start to see math as a language you can use anywhere.

Biology is the study of life—and in this class, you’ll explore how living things grow, change, and survive. You’ll learn about cells, genetics, evolution, the human body, and the environment. Through labs and hands-on activities, you’ll see how biology connects to health, nature, and everyday life. This class helps you look at the world through a scientist’s eyes.

Travel back in time to explore the first great civilizations—like Egypt, Greece, Rome, and early empires in Asia and the Americas. You’ll learn how people built their societies, made art, created laws, and developed ideas that still influence us today. Expect interactive projects, debates, and creative ways to connect ancient life to the modern world.

Discover powerful stories written by women from many times and places. Together we’ll read books, poems, and essays that explore identity, strength, and change. You’ll learn about women who challenged expectations and used their voices to inspire others. Through discussion and creative projects, you’ll see how their stories connect to your own life and the world today.

In Culinary Arts, you’ll learn how to cook, bake, and work safely in the kitchen. You’ll explore recipes from different cultures, plan meals, and learn about nutrition and food safety. You’ll also get creative—designing your own dishes and cooking for others. Whether you want to cook at home or work in a kitchen someday, this class gives you real skills you can use for life.

Why do people think, feel, and act the way they do? In Psychology, you’ll explore how the brain, emotions, and environment shape our behavior. We’ll talk about topics like memory, motivation, personality, and mental health. You’ll take part in small experiments and group projects to better understand yourself and others around you.

Integrated Math mixes topics from algebra, geometry, and statistics into one course. Instead of learning them separately, you’ll see how they connect and build on each other. You’ll use math to solve real-world problems, work in teams, and use technology to explore ideas visually. This class helps you see the bigger picture of how math shows up in life.

This class is all about learning how to take care of your body and mind. We’ll cover nutrition, fitness, relationships, mental health, and making safe choices. You’ll learn how to build healthy habits, manage stress, and make informed decisions about your well-being. The goal is to help you feel confident, strong, and ready for life.

U.S. History tells the story of how our country came to be—and how it keeps changing. We’ll explore key events like the Revolution, the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. You’ll learn through videos, primary sources, and hands-on projects that help connect the past to the issues we face now. This class shows how history is more than dates—it’s the story of real people shaping our future.