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Check out the
new courses available for the Family Christian Academy! For detailed information
on these, and other courses, check out our online Scope
& Sequence!
Consumer
Math
Switched-On
Schoolhouse Consumer Math is a supplementary math course which explores
mathematical applications for daily use. Topics include family finances,
occupations, business, and transportation. This high-school level math
course is recommended for students who have already completed Algebra I
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Spanish II
This sequel
to the popular Spanish I curriculum takes students on a journey to Ecuador.
Students will have the opportunity to hear a variety of Spanish speakers
using various vocabulary and verb tenses. After completing this course,
students will have the ability to read, write, and listen to a number of
complex Spanish-language structures. This comprehensive course is designed
to help the 13-18 year-old student reach the same level of proficiency
as a 2nd semester college student. A Spanish II program is also available
in LIFEPAC curriculum.
Health
This LIFEPAC
elective, available only through the traditional correspondence option,
is a high school level health course. This elective course covers health
topics from a Christian perspective. The practice of good health starts
with knowledge of the body.
State History
Our series
of 50 State History CD-ROMs is a great way to help your child learn how
blessed we are to be citizens of the United States of America. Each state
has a unique story to tell, and it's presented through text, photos, animation
and video clips. Instead of simply memorizing facts, your child applies
critical thinking, research and writing skills to prepare essays, and applies
math skills in studying states' population, economics and natural resources.
College Planner
Little or no
budget for college counseling? Help your students prepare for college with
the Switched-On Schoolhouse College Planner. This program is designed as
a one-semester course to guide students in college planning, selection
and application. Plus, they earn high school credit while doing it! This
product was designed for the home school student but will aid any Christian
student with college decisions.
Health Quest
Switched-On
Schoolhouse Health Quest is an interactive program for students in grades
4-7, designed as a one-semester elective. Vocabulary is broadened through
audio links and interactive drill (Vocabulocity). Techniques for proper
exercise are demonstrated through step-by-step slide-shows and videos.
Health Quest is designed to teach the importance of personal hygiene, fitness
methods, as well as personal and ecological stewardship. Practical preparation
for the next level of health education and life-long benefits.
Spanish I
Switched-On
Schoolhouse Spanish I is designed to be the equivalent of the first semester
of college-level Spanish (SPA-101). The curriculum is designed to help
the 13-to 18-year-old student reach the same level of proficiency in one
year of study that a college student should attain after one semester of
Spanish study. After completing the Switched-On Schoolhouse Spanish I course,
students will be able to ask and answer basic questions, initiate and respond
to simple statements, and maintain limited face-to-face conversations about
familiar topics. A Spanish I program is also available in the LIFEPAC curriculum.
Accounting
Today it's
more important than ever that young people learn to manage money. Available
only in the LIFEPAC curriculum, this elective includes an overview of accounting,
debits and credits, journalizing and posting transactions, financial statements,
payroll accounting, taxes and a business simulation activity. |