Courses by Department

Courses

Arts

A-113 Introduction to Weaving

Fall and Spring .5 unit

Introduction to Weaving provides the student with a fundamental knowledge of four-harness loom weaving. Students become familiar with the basic weave structures and explore color, pattern, and texture as it relates to designing hand-woven fabric. This is a semester arts elective with no prerequisite.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-114 Color and Design

Fall and Spring .5 unit

The course is a great place to start for all students considering any of the visual arts courses. No experience is necessary, as it provides a foundation in the basics of design - line, space, shape, form, repetition, rhythm, and color. Throughout the semester students gain confidence and new skills as they learn visual problem solving through two-dimensional design principles. Inventive approaches and non-traditional art media including Xerox® copies, and found objects also are explored. Sketchbook assignments and slides from artists and designers supplement students’ understanding of the course. Although intended as a foundation experience for freshmen, this course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors as well.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-116 Introduction to Drawing

Fall .5 unit

If you have ever thought, “I can’t draw,” this is the course to take! Introduction to Drawing is an excellent starting point for students who wish to learn the fundamental skills of drawing. No experience is necessary, as students will learn to increase both perceptual and observational skills through in class exercises. Students explore representation, abstraction, and perspective through traditional means such as figure drawing, self-portraits and still life, while taking more experimental approaches on other assignments. The focus of the course is on black and white dry media including charcoal, pencil, and markers, and an introduction to color theory with pastel. Sketchbook assignments and slides supplement students’ understanding of the course.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-125 Ceramics I

Fall and Spring .5 unit

This class familiarizes students with the fundamental skills necessary for working with clay and the vocabulary used by potters and ceramic artists. Students develop their visual vocabulary and work with various construction techniques leading to the planning, design and execution of original artwork. Additionally, students are given the opportunity to develop their critical eye and decision-making skills as they begin to form a basis for aesthetic development.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-131 Beginning Contemporary Dance

Year .5 unit

Our world is filled with movement…a slow step, a quick step, a glide, a leap – the dance of the waves. All movement can be reflected through simple to complex physical expressions and these expressions can become a dance. Contemporary dance is a style of dance that draws from the complete range of human movement potential and is not limited to one prescribed vocabulary. Understanding the range of human movement, studying the possibilities, and experimenting and playing with those discoveries gives this dance form endless possibilities.

In this introductory level course, students learn warm-up exercises and movement combinations that develop strength and flexibility. The knowledge and tools gained through these exercises become their base material to begin playing with movement, musicality, space and partnerships for developing their final performance material. Along with physical training, class activities include discussions, participation in master classes with visiting artists, and written and verbal observations and critiques.

Black leotards and black footless tights are required for performances. Leotards and footless tights or leggings of any color are accepted for class attire. This course may be repeated for credit.

No previous experience is necessary.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-134 Core Training Fundamentals

Fall Semester .25 unit

The human body is an amazingly efficient instrument giving us the ability to accomplish extraordinary feats or simply carry us from one place to another. Every activity we pursue requires the activation of our muscles and the support of our skeleton, yet if we do not support these actions with informed alignment and intelligent muscular training, injury can result. This fundamental training course introduces the student to exercises geared to strengthen her core while developing greater flexibility and balanced alignment. Training will consist of a combination of techniques, including Pilates exercises, resistance stretching, therabands, balls, foam rollers, and magic circles.

Whether you are a three-season athlete, a prima ballerina, a person who spends hours practicing a musical instrument, or someone who takes a walk once a week, balanced alignment and movement strength and efficiency will improve your performance. No experience or previous training necessary.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-135 Beginning Ballet

Year .5 unit

Have you ever wanted to be a ballerina? Learn the basic skills and vocabulary that will help you understand the movement, history and performance quality of classical ballet. Through learning alignment, balletic steps and performance skills, you will become more graceful and coordinated through this course.

Black leotards, pink tights, and pink slippers are required for class, and as is the tradition, hair should be affixed close to the head. No experience is required. All technique classes see and reflect on professional dance concerts and perform as an ensemble in the assembly at the end of the semester. Each student is held responsible for what she learns in class. This course may be repeated for credit.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-138 Jazz Dance

Year .5 unit

Jazz Dance introduces the student to many styles of dance: Broadway, hip-hop, Chicago-style, lyrical, funk. Even belly-dancing and salsa find their way into our jazz dance performances. Class activities include learning fun steps and choreography as well as exercises and stretches to increase our strength, flexibility and alignment. All students participate in the development of class choreography and perform in the end-of-semester stage production. No experience is required - just a willingness to have fun.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-143 Technical Theatre Support

Fall and Spring .25 unit

Students who are interested in pursuing their interest and skills in technical theatre can do so in this course, which is production based. Students use their knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound, stage management, and the backstage world to support short-term performance events such as dance concerts, music concerts, assemblies, and guest speakers. There is no class time or homework per se, other than rehearsal and performance. Note that production duties do not include the fall or winter play.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-144 Ensemble Theatre

Spring .5 credit

Through this course, students will work together as an ensemble, to spontaneously and intuitively generate bold theatrical work. Students will learn different methods of ensemble improvisation including “Viewpoints”, a movement philosophy geared towards the stage that explores time, space, emotion, shape, movement and story. Students will also learn cutting edge theatre techniques that explore the human condition in performance such as “Theatre of the Oppressed”, “Playback Theatre”, “Suzuki”, and “Poor Theatre”. Through these methods, students will learn how to develop characters, relationship and story through physical, vocal, and emotional exploration. The course will workshop scenes written by the fall playwriting class and will perform a final ensemble performance as a class. Final performance can count as a Signature project for students.

Open to 9/10/11/12

A-150 Choir

Year .5 unit

Do you love to sing? Choir is open to students of all levels of experience and abilities who are interested in singing. We study a variety of music from the medieval period to the present day, representing many genres and languages. Students develop proper vocal technique in a group atmosphere with many opportunities to challenge themselves to exceed their expectations. Choir performs in concerts throughout the year, including Eventide in December, the spring concert in May, and Baccalaureate. This course is open to all interested students and may be repeated for credit
Prerequisite: Audition for vocal placement
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-157 Music Appreciation and Fundamentals

Fall and Spring .25 unit
This course, designed for both the musician and non-musician, takes an in-depth look at some of the great classics of the baroque and classical periods. Listening, discussion of composers and the world in which they lived, recognition of forms and styles, score reading and familiarity with music terms are some of the areas addressed by this course.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-158 Music Appreciation and Fundamentals II

Spring .25 unit
This course is a continuation of A-157. Students study music of the romantic period and the 20th century. Completion of Music Appreciation I (A-157) is strongly encouraged, but not required for enrollment this course.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-210 3-D Concepts

Spring .5 unit

Working in three dimensions could be the experience you have been looking for. A variety of concepts and techniques are covered that introduce students to thinking and working beyond the two dimensional surface. This course allows exploration in different mediums with guidance that fits students’ skill levels. All that is required is an open mind and the willingness to give your artistic side a chance to grow.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-214 Woven Structures

Fall .5 unit

This course offers students the opportunity to continue exploring 2-D design in weaving. Weave structures, materials, color and texture are more thoroughly investigated. This course can be repeated and tailored to suit an individual student’s interest.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Weaving (A-113)

Open to: 10/11/12

A-215 Drawing and Painting Workshop

Spring .5 unit

This course first addresses the drawing medium through pencil, conté, pastel, and charcoal. Painting with watercolor and acrylics is the focus during the second half of the semester. This portion of the course involves the study of both basic and complex color interaction. Composition, color theories, technical concepts and personal exploration are emphasized and applied through still life, interior space, and landscape. Students learn to critique their work and the work of others in addition to articulating their thoughts through writing. Sketchbook assignments and slides supplement students’ understanding of the course.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Drawing (A-116) or Color and Design (A-114) or permission of the instructor

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-225 Ceramics II

Spring .5 unit

In this course students continue to explore clay as a medium for building in three dimensions. The class focuses on the sculptural aspects of clay vessels using various hand building techniques and offers students a chance to develop their technical skills working on the wheel. There are opportunities to explore non-traditional surfaces and mixed media forms. Students are encouraged to use form and material to explore issues of three-dimensional art and add complexity to their visual vocabulary while gaining technical skill in ceramic art. This course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisite: Ceramics I (A-125)

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-231 Intermediate Contemporary Dance

Year .5 unit
Intermediate Contemporary Dance expands the student's mastery of dance skills beyond the introductory level. Dance sequences and exercises are designed to increase the student’s familiarity with modern dance styles, as well as develop her understanding of the use of space, musicality, and dynamics as tools for creative movement expression. Along with physical training, class activities include discussions, participation in master classes with visiting artists, and written and verbal observations and critiques. All students participate in the development of contemporary choreography and perform in the end of the semester performance. Black leotards and black footless tights are required for performances. Leotards and footless tights or leggings of any color are accepted for class attire. This course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-235 Intermediate Ballet

Year .5 unit

Continue working on your classical ballet technique after mastering the basics. Make your petit allegro faster and cleaner, your grand battements higher and stronger and improve your technique at the barre. In this class you begin to link steps more fluidly, dancing longer combinations with more grace. Along with strengthening your technical training, class activities include discussions, participation in master classes with visiting artists, and written and verbal observations and critiques. All ballet classes require black leotard, pink tights and pink soft slippers for performance. As is the tradition, hair should be affixed close to the head. This course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-241 Theatre Company

Fall and Spring .25 unit
One-quarter unit of credit is granted to participants in mainstage school productions; typically, there are two per school year. Cast members are chosen by audition. Production and artistic team members (such as stage managers, designers, and crew) are chosen by way of an interview with the director. Students must have evening and some weekend rehearsal time available, though accommodations are made for other evening classes, such as Choir and Orchestra. As participation is determined by audition/interview, students should not sign up for the class at the beginning of the semester. This course may be repeated for credit.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-257 Orchestra

Year .5 unit
The orchestra repertoire focuses on classical music. Auditions are held at the beginning of the year, and acceptance into orchestra is based on these auditions. A student who is new to Emma Willard should prepare a short selection that demonstrates her playing level and ability. Players must provide their own instruments. Individual practice is expected. Students are encouraged to take private lessons in conjunction with this course. This course may be repeated for credit.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-270 Photography I

Fall and Spring .5 unit

Photo I

This introductory course in the art and craft of photography emphasizes the use of the camera as a creative tool. Students learn how to use their cameras, how to expose and develop black and white film, and how to create quality black and white prints in the darkroom. We cover composition, exposure, the frame, the shutter, and the lens’ ability to isolate subject matter through depth of field. Once students have acquired these basic technical skills, the emphasis of the course shifts from photographic craft to the art of photography. The subject and structure of the images become the focus of student work and class discussions. Students learn something of photography’s short but rich history, acquire skill in reading photographs, and learn how to photograph their own world and experiences. Students should bring their own fully adjustable 35mm camera. A limited number of rental cameras are available through the school.

Open to: 10/11/12

A-273 Digital Imaging

Spring .5 unit
Computers have had a profound impact on the way we see and record our world and communicate our vision. This course covers the fundamentals of digital scanning, photographic capture, and image manipulation, from setting up a good workflow to understanding color management for output for printers or the web. An exploration of various imaging programs, industry standard Photoshop in particular, allows students to gain a familiarity with the fundamental issues and vocabulary associated with imaging in the digital realm. Color, design and composition are emphasized, and skill building and problem solving tasks are designed to give students greater control and confidence in their ability to communicate visually. Critiques and discussions assist students to learn to evaluate their own work and that of others in an objective and meaningful way.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-279 Film and Video

Fall .5 unit

In this course students explore visual expression through the media of film and video. This course includes an historical introduction to film, a close look at the creative control and techniques of the director or filmmaker, and an introduction to video production. Students explore experimental, documentary, and narrative forms, as well as camera use, sound capture, and digital editing techniques. Active participation in class discussions and film analysis is expected. When possible, we take advantage of some of the many cutting edge offerings at nearby RPI’s EMPAC center. Members of the class produce short video projects, both collaboratively and individually, with an eye toward effective storytelling and communication. Editing software includes iMovie and Final Cut. Student work is screened before an audience at the end of the course.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-317 Intermediate Studio Art

Year 1 unit
This course is for students who are interested in developing their own creative voice in the visual arts. Skills in drawing, color theory, and composition are further developed with the introduction of new techniques and media such as mixed media, digital collage, and printmaking. There is a strong emphasis on self-expression, conceptual problem solving, art evaluation, and individual theme development. Regular slide and video lectures supplement studio study. The sketchbook plays an important role in developing preliminary sketches and documenting ideas. Within the structure of regular assignments, students are given more independence and creative license. Although this course is intended for eleventh grade students, it is open to qualified tenth and twelfth grade students as well. Students interested in completing a college portfolio should take Intermediate Studio Art and begin working with art faculty before their senior year. Prerequisite: Introduction to Drawing (A-116), Color and Design (A-114), Drawing and Painting Workshop (A-215) or permission of the instructor

Open to: 10/11/12

A-331 Advanced Contemporary Dance

Year .5 unit
Advanced Contemporary Dance expands the student's mastery of technical and improvisational dance skills beyond the intermediate level. Dance sequences and exercises are designed to increase the student’s familiarity with traditional modern and contemporary dance modes at the advanced level, as well as develop her understanding of the use of space, musicality, and dynamics as tools for creative movement expression. Along with physical training, class activities include discussions, participation in master classes with visiting artists, and written and verbal observations and critiques. All students participate in the development of contemporary choreography and perform in the end of the semester performance. Black leotards and black footless tights are required for performances. Leotards and footless tights or leggings of any color are accepted for class attire. This course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-335 Advanced Ballet

Year .5 unit

Challenge the ballet technique you learned at the intermediate level with more complicated combinations, nuance, épaulement and performance quality. Crystalize the technical details into each moment and then make each exercise in class DANCE as you would for an audience. Students wear traditional attire of black leotard, pink tights, and pink slippers, and as is the tradition, hair should be affixed close to the head. All technique classes see and reflect on professional dance concerts and perform as an ensemble in the assembly at the end of the semester. Each student is held responsible for what she learns in class. Students are encouraged to repeat this course for credit.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-339 Emma Willard Dance Company

Year 1 unit

Dance Company targets the highly motivated, serious, responsible, and talented student who wants additional experience performing. A member of the Emma Willard Dance Company must be simultaneously enrolled in an upper level technique class. The Company provides an opportunity for an advanced student to develop her technique, gain performance experience and learn about the production aspects of a dance performance concert (preparing costumes, floor, technical theater elements promotion and organization). In an effort to be more responsive to the demands of today's choreographers, students rehearse in a variety of dance styles. Repertory dances and new works are prepared under the direction of the dance faculty, visiting artists, and guest choreographers. These pieces are performed in assemblies, the annual spring concert, on tour, and in other special performance events. Throughout the year, there are several opportunities for Dance Company members to attend dance concerts and to participate in master classes. Though the dance company has four scheduled rehearsal times every week, each student is required to attend only two of the four rehearsal periods.

Prerequisite: Invitation of the instructor

Grading System: Credit/No Credit

Open to: 10/11/12

A-350 Inner Choir

Year .5 unit
The inner choir is a select vocal ensemble whose members are drawn from the choir. This group performs works appropriate for an advanced choral ensemble. This course may be repeated for credit
Co-requisites: Choir (A-150) and acceptance by audition
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-353 High Drama, High Intrigue, High Notes! - Opera Appreciation

Year .5 unit

This course provides exposure to the great singing, orchestration and literature that combine to create the world of opera. In opera appreciation, we become familiar with the great masterpieces of this grand art form. We analyze the characters and plots that drive the dramas and study the development of this musical genre. This course may be repeated for credit.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-356 Advanced String Ensemble

Year .5 unit
Participation in this ensemble is by audition. A student must be in the orchestra to be considered for this group. Its members are highly motivated students who wish to expand their level of playing and knowledge of classical string repertoire. This course may be repeated for credit.
Co-requisites: Orchestra (A-257) and acceptance by audition
Open to: 9/10/11/12

A-370 Photography II

Spring .5 unit
This course is a continuation of Photography I (A-270), and its objectives are to refine the student’s visual awareness and to develop further her technical abilities. Students concentrate more on personal photo projects, with greater independence and responsibility for the planning and execution of their work. Photoshop and other non-silver techniques are explored as ways of extending the photographic print, and historical and contemporary trends in photography are examined. If the student has a digital SLR, it may be possible to take this course using that camera. This option should be discussed with the instructor prior to registering. This course may be taken to complete a full year of photography, or in a later year. A portfolio due at the course’s end may take the form of silver or digital prints, a book and/or a CD, and will include an artist’s statement.
Prerequisite: Photography I (A-270) or permission of the instructor
Open to: 10/11/12

A-399 Advanced Arts Project

This course is for advanced performing or visual arts students, with significant arts training, who wish to undertake a terminal arts project. Students work with a mentorship team of faculty across the arts disciplines. Examples of culminating projects are: solo art exhibition, a performing arts recital, an advanced dance project or an advanced theater performance.

Applications for this project are submitted to the arts department for approval and mentor assignment.

Open to: 12

A-411 Advanced Studio Art

Year 1 unit
This course requires substantial commitment and a willingness to explore new directions and express a personal vision. Students explore advanced techniques, learn to document their work, and give written and oral critiques. In addition, each student creates a body of work during the second half of the year. Students have individual meetings with the instructor for personalized assignments and suggestions. Advanced drawing techniques, unconventional printmaking processes, painting beyond color and composition, mixed media, installation, and sculpture are all open for exploration. AP portfolio study is available to those interested and qualified. Students who do not wish to take the AP exam may also enroll in this course to create advanced projects, but not submit work to the AP Board. Through slides and videos students examine 20th century and contemporary approaches to painting and make connections to their own studio work. The sketchbook plays an important role in developing preliminary sketches and documenting ideas. Although intended for twelfth grade students, this course is also open to those who have completed Intermediate Studio Art (A-317). Some summer assignments may be required. This course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisite: Intermediate Studio Art (A-317)

Open to: 11/12

A-470 Photography III

Spring .5 unit
Photography III offers the advanced photo student the opportunity to expand and explore her photographic vision while continuing to refine her skills. Alternative processes, hand coloring, and darkroom and digital manipulation of images are but a few of the areas covered. The course is largely tailored, however, to meet individual student needs. Critiques, field trips and supplemental readings are all aspects of the coursework. This is a portfolio-based class. Students may elect to create a traditional print portfolio, album-style book, and/or digital portfolio on CD or DVD. An artist’s statement, as a means of helping the student clarify her artistic intent, is developed and presented along with her finished work. This course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: Photography II (A-370)
Open to: 11/12

Music Lessons

Individual instruction in vocal and instrumental study is provided for a special fee. The school attempts to provide instruction in any instrument requested, either on campus or off campus through the practicum program. If a student wants to study an instrument other than piano or organ, she must provide her own instrument; it must be of good quality and in good working order. It is assumed that the student has a genuine interest in the instrument (or voice), that she wants to progress steadily, and that she is willing to devote enough time to regular practice to ensure her progress. Instruction in the following instruments is available on campus: cello, flute, organ, piano, viola, violin, and voice. Students must complete the “Instruction in Music” form available in the registrar’s office and online. Students in their first year at Emma Willard may not take more than one course of individual instruction in music. The fee for music lessons is $650 per semester for 50-minute weekly lessons.

Athletics and Physical Education

P-101 - 103 - Physical Education Courses

Emma offers a broad curriculum of physical education classes that are offered 3 sessions during the school year: fall, winter, and spring. Sample Courses include: zumba, weight conditioning, tennis, kickboxing, yoga, and ultimate frisbee. Classes meet Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-4:45.

P-115 Health and Wellness

Fall and Spring .25 unit
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge about a variety of topics related to health and wellness. The course content serves as a lifelong basis for making healthy choices. Students explore a variety of topics related to the physical, psycho/social and emotional aspects of health. Students demonstrate their knowledge through participation in classroom discussions, projects and quizzes.
Open to: 10 (11)

P-116 American Red Cross Swim Instruction and Water Safety

Fall and Spring .25 unit
The objective of this course is to teach students to swim and to be safe in, on, and around the water. Courses are fun, interactive, and lead students to incorporate swimming and water safety into their lives, whether they make swimming a part of a lifetime fitness plan, swim or dive competitively, or even train to become water safety instructors or lifeguards.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

P-117 American Red Cross Lifeguard Training

November – March .25 unit
The objective of this course is to teach students the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies both in a pool and at a waterfront environment. The course content and activities prepare students to recognize emergencies, respond quickly and effectively, and prevent drowning and injuries. Students must be strong swimmers.
Prerequisites: Students must be 15 years old by the end of the course and must pass the pre-course swim test.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

P-201 - 224 - Interscholastic Athletics

Athletics are an integral part of the experience at Emma. Students interested in a competitive athletic experience are encouraged to try out for any of the school's teams. The school fields competitive teams throughout the academic year as follows:

Practices are held every day, Monday through Friday, from 3:45-5:45 after school, and teams compete with many private and public schools. Students wishing to know more about this program should speak with the Director of Athletics.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

Fall
P-201 Cross-Country V
P-202 Field Hockey V/JV
P-203 Swimming V
P-204 Soccer V/JV
P-205 Tennis V
P-206 Volleyball V

Winter
P-211 Basketball V/JV
P-221 Crew V/Novice
P-212 Indoor Track V

Spring
P-222 Lacrosse V/JV
P-223 Softball V
P-224 Track V

English

E-081 English Grammar and Composition for International Students

Year 1 Unit
In this course, students learn to develop their ideas in logically organized paragraphs and essays according to the patterns of academic writing. The course also focuses on clear, accurate written expression.

Open to: 9/10/11

E-082 Introduction to American History and Literature for International Students

Year 1 unit
In this course, students develop effective reading strategies and discussion skills, expand their academic vocabulary, and gain an overview of U.S. history and culture. In addition, students develop an analytical approach to the study of American literature. Cross listed with H-082. May be taken for English or History credit.

Open to: 9/10/11

E-100 English I

Year 1 unit
“What is the nature of the human journey?” Students in English I study a variety of texts, both ancient and modern, that concern themselves with this question. Organized by literary themes of homecoming and exile, the rewards and risks in knowledge and experience, and finding one’s voice, the reading typically includes novels, biblical stories, Greek myths, short fiction, The Odyssey, and a play by Shakespeare. Students gain an understanding of writing as a process through rigorous drafting and revising of analytical work. Additionally, students are given the opportunity to explore the course’s themes through creative projects and writing assignments. A study of grammar and vocabulary complements the reading and writing assignments.

Open to: 9 (10)

E-200 English II

Year 1 unit
English II focuses on the study of literary genres through the themes of the individual’s journey and women’s lives. Through poetry, drama, the novel, and the short story, students examine how each literary form illuminates in its own way the themes and voices of human experience. Students read an English novel, a Shakespearean tragedy, a modern comedy, and selections of lyric and narrative poetry and short fiction from a variety of periods, gaining familiarity with the literary devices writers use and the voices they create. Oral analysis and creative and analytical writing opportunities foster the development of students’ voices, and an intensive study of grammar and vocabulary complements the reading and writing assignments.

Open to: 10 (11)

E-300 English III

Year 1 unit
English III explores major themes in American literature through works by authors such as Fitzgerald, Miller, Hawthorne, Dickinson, Frost, Hughes, Fuller, and Morrison. The course includes extensive work in close reading and composition, vocabulary building and grammar review, and the study of persuasive speech as a form of rhetoric. With independent thinking as one of the goals of English III, class discussions and writing assignments that occur both inside and outside of class promote the development of independence in oral and written interpretation.

Open to: 11 (12)

E-315 English and History Supplement for International Students

Fall .25 unit
This course is designed to support international students in their initial English and history courses at Emma Willard. Students gain an understanding of U.S. academic expectations and develop and refine the skills required to meet the specific expectations in their courses. Students gain experience with various types of writing assignments, including the analytical essay, research paper, and timed essay. Points of grammar, sentence structure, word choice, and style are covered as they arise in students’ writing. Reading, discussion, and study skills are also addressed.

Placement in this course is determined by a school-administered evaluation.

Co-requisite: Concurrently enrolled in English I (E-100) or English II (E-200).

Grading system: Credit/No Credit
Open to: 9/10/11

E-318 Austen and Woolf

Spring .5 unit

Although Jane Austen and Virginia Woolf lived at the turn of different centuries, their influence on readers, and on other writers, is timeless. Whether characterized by satiric wit or by unconventional narrative structure, the writings of Austen and Woolf offer a fascinating comparison. By examining how each writer reflects and responds to the social, political, and literary climate of her time, students discover the complementary nature of the work of these writers.

Open to: 11/12

E-319 Reading Film

Spring .5 unit
“Film… a well-crafted story that we view in a darkened room, surrounded by strangers…has the power to mesmerize us, to make us think in ways we never thought before” (Steven Miles, film blogger). But how does film do what it does? This course emphasizes the ways in which film tells stories, inspires reactions in its audience, and comments on people’s lives. Class activities include viewing, discussing, and writing about films. By focusing on the connection between film and the literature that often inspires it, students examine elements of plot, setting, character, and point of view; writing, acting, and design; and types of shots, camera angles, and editing—all of which combine to create a visual language and style unique to the medium of film.

Open to: 11/12

E-321 Gender Benders

Fall .5 unit
“The original person was two halves, one male, one female. Then these got separated. That's why everybody's always searching for their other half. Except for us.”--Jeffrey Eugenides, Middlesex

What does it mean to be female? To be male? What about individuals who do not fit the norms of either group? This course explores literature that reexamines traditional barriers of gender, from Shakespeare’s cross-dressing heroine to Charles Portis’ gun-toting girl-protagonist. Class discussions examine how behavior, bodies, and ideas of self and society help create female identity and, more broadly, human identity. Students learn about gender’s historical contexts and study a variety of genres: the novel, memoir, short story, film, drama, and non-fiction. In addition, students examine the gendered roles played by characters in class texts as well as in their own lives. Possible texts include Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, Jeffrey Eugenides’ Middlesex, Angela Carter’s The Bloody Chamber, and Margaret Cavendish’s The Convent of Pleasure, Charles Portis’ True Grit, and Jeannette Winterson’s Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.

Open to: 11/12

E-324 Girls Write Here

Fall and Spring .5 unit
Author Carolyn See declared that, “every word a woman writes changes the story of the world, revises the official version.” In this elective course for girl writers, students write, edit and publish their work on a website by the same name. Students work with their instructor and professional editors and writers to learn their craft well, pursuing individual fiction and memoir writing projects at the same time as editing peers’ work. Students also learn to manage all stages of publishing, from accepting content and editing it for an online platform, to creating content categories, blog entries, and interviewing writers about their work. Within their myriad roles of writers and editors, students carefully collect and curate articles from all areas of the Web about female writers and their craft, maintain ongoing online conversations with female writers around the world about their writing, and respond to craft exercises to explore new ways to stretch their writing abilities. Each student additionally completes a cumulative individual "signature" writing project with the writing and editorial support of her instructor. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.

Open to: 11/12

E-357 Shakespearean Tragedy

Fall .5 unit

Students in this course spend time with four of Shakespeare’s great tragedies: Macbeth, Hamlet, Antony and Cleopatra, and Othello. Through these plays we explore what it means to be human, and how, through inwardness, Shakespeare brought issues such as arrogance, jealousy, angst, revenge, and ambition into culture in ways that resonate with us today. As we work through the plays, we inform our conversations with the ideas of literary critics such as Harold Bloom and Janette Dillon, and modern film interpretations with actors such as Branagh, Tennant, and Stewart. This course includes both analytical writing and performance, allowing students to explore the language of the plays through both written and oral modes. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.

Open to: 11/12

E-365 Contemporary Fiction: What Makes a Future Classic?

Spring .5 unit

Each year judges for the Man Booker Prize, Costa, National Book Award, and Pulitzer Prize choose the best works of fiction. What do they look for and how do they decide on what constitutes “achievement in fiction” (Man Booker) or “distinguished fiction…dealing with American life” (Pulitzer)? The novels read in 2012-13 included Tinkers by Paul Harding (Pulitzer), Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout (Pulitzer), The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy (Man Booker), Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann (National), and The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka (PEN / Faulkner). But are these texts classics? How does one predict what will become a classic, “a tale that stays with the reader long after the final page” (Fiammetta Rocco, administrator of the Man Booker Prize)? In this course, students read five notable works of contemporary fiction and decide which one is most likely to become a future classic. While the course involves a significant amount of reading, it also includes traditional academic writing and less familiar journalistic writing, and oral explications.

Open to: 11/12

E-369 Writing for the Stage: Playwriting (cross-listed with A-246)

Fall .5 unit
Writing for the Stage explores the process of playwriting. Students learn a range of playwriting techniques such as conflict, action, characterization, dialogue, monologues and plot to unfold a story for the stage. Students study the works of famous modern playwrights to learn a variety of genres while exploring style, form and content. Playwrights may include Treadwall, Kushner, Williams, Becket, Havel, Pirandello and others. Students “get on their feet” to workshop different scenes as they develop their own one act plays. Students also learn innovative theatre techniques that allow them to each write a scene for a full-length play, developed as a class. This full-length original play is work-shopped and performed by the ensemble theatre class second semester. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.

Students may choose to take this course for either arts or English credit.
Open to: 11/12

E-392 New York Texts: The Literature and History of Manhattan

Fall .5 unit
Throughout its history New York City has embodied qualities that many identify as quintessentially American. This course examines the origin and validity of that perception by studying a variety of historical, literary, visual, and auditory texts. From Alexander Hamilton to Edith Wharton and from the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge to the artistic explosion of the Harlem Renaissance, students in this course come to know and appreciate the richness of Manhattan. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.
Open to: 11/12

E-396 Poetry Workshop

Spring .5 unit
This course is designed for students who wish to explore the reading and writing of poetry. By examining the work of significant poets, by studying poetic structures, by engaging in creative writing efforts, and by exploring poetry with guest artists, students become familiar with poetic language and form. Reading, analyzing, writing, and reciting poetry are the major tasks of this course. This course includes summer reading, which is outlined on the school’s Web site.

Open to: 11/12

E-398 Short Fiction Workshop

Fall .5 unit

In this course students gain an appreciation of the craft of story writing by studying a variety of stories and by writing their own. After studying such elements as conflict, character, and setting in well-known stories, students attempt to mirror in their own work the techniques that established writers have used. Through the revision and peer review process, students can begin to see how the story form, like other art forms, can be crafted, shaped, and refined. By studying several stories by the same author and by imitating the techniques of other writers, students understand the meaning of style as it applies to the work of the writers discussed and to their own creations.

Open to: 11/12

E-400 Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition

Spring .75 unit
In this course students practice close analysis of poems and prose passages and write the particular types of essays that the Advanced Placement examination in English literature demands. Extensive reading includes one short novel, two longer novels, two plays, and a wide range of poems and prose passages. Writers studied may include Miller, Hardy, Moliere, Lahiri, and James. To receive credit for the course, students must sit for the AP exam in May. As with other AP courses, additional assignments should be expected over school vacations.
Prerequisite: Permission of the English department chair
Open to: 12

History & Social Science

H-110 Classical Mediterranean History (first course in world history sequence)

Fall .5 unit
This course examines the historical development of the classical Mediterranean world, from its origins in the early civilizations of the Near East to the decline of the Roman Empire. Significant attention is paid to the social, political, economic and cultural characteristics of classical Greece and Rome and the origins and development of major religious traditions. Students also examine the geography of the region and its role in shaping history, along with the interactions between Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean civilizations. In addition to the content mentioned above, students learn to read and analyze primary and secondary sources, develop analytical writing skills, participate actively and effectively in class discussions, and learn to think like historians.
Open to: 9 (10)

H-111 African History

Spring .5 unit
This class explores major cultural, social, economic, and political developments in Africa from Egyptian civilization through the early twentieth century. Topics include the rise of civilization in Egypt, the spread of civilization through Sub-Saharan Africa, African adaptations of Islam and Christianity, the African response to the Atlantic slave trade and European imperialism, and the colonial legacy. Throughout the course, special attention is given to primary sources, African voices, and the interactions of environment, climate, geography, and historical developments. Assignments include readings in both secondary and primary sources as well as several longer research and writing projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 9 (10)

H-112 East Asian History

Spring .5 unit
This course is designed to introduce students to the intertwined histories of China, Japan, Korea and Vietnam from their early civilizations through the turn of the 20th century. Topics such as the early Yellow River civilizations, Chinese philosophy, the Silk Road, the Meiji Restoration, the Silla period in Korea, and the Korean War in 1950 are covered in this course. Students explore the social, cultural, geographic, political, and economic history of East Asia through primary and secondary texts and research. This course also examines the interactions of East Asia with the rest of the world and the relationships of each of the East Asian countries with each other. The primary focus of the course is on China and Japan, with a secondary focus on Korea and Vietnam. Course requirements include regular readings and homework, independent research and historical analysis with an emphasis on writing, tests and quizzes, and cooperative learning projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 9 (10)

H-113 Indian History: Origins of Civilization to the Early 20th Century

Spring .5 unit
This world history elective examines the history of India and its neighbors from the development of civilization in the Indus River valley through the origins of Hinduism and Buddhism, the spread of Islam into the region, and increasing contact with and colonization by Europeans. The course ends with the emergence of Indian nationalism and colonial resistance in the 20th century. Students explore these developments through their political, social, cultural, economic and environmental elements. Students also examine the connections between critical developments in Europe and the history of South East Asia. Examples of these connections include the role of mercantilism and absolute monarchies in the establishment of trading empires in Asia and the relationship between the Industrial Revolution and the developing British colonial policy in India. Course requirements include regular readings and homework, research and analytical writing, tests and quizzes as well as cooperative learning projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 9 (10)

H-210 Contemporary World History (final, or fourth, course in world history sequence)

Spring .5 unit
Beginning with the dawn of the 20th century and continuing through the present, students look at major developments in world history as seen in political, social, economic, and cultural affairs. Special attention is given to the causes and effects of the two world wars, the re-shaping of the world following World War II, emerging alignments and tensions following the end of the Cold War, and the range of interactions between regions in times of both peace and conflict. This course is the capstone of the world history sequence, and students will prepare a major project demonstrating their mastery of the skills necessary to analyze a particular historical problem and communicate effectively their conclusions.
Prerequisite:
Open to: 10 (11)

H-211 History of the Middle East

Fall .5 unit
This world history elective examines the history of the Middle East beginning with the geography and culture of pre-Islamic Arabia and ending with the establishment of the modern Middle East after WWII. Students explore the region through its political, social, cultural, economic and environmental aspects. Special attention is given to the origins, beliefs and practices of Islam, the development and spread of the Islamic empire, and moments of exchange and interaction with Europe, including the Crusades, WWI, and the creation of Israel. Course requirements include regular readings and homework, research and analytical writing, tests and quizzes as well as cooperative learning projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 10 (11)

H-212 Latin American History: From early civilizations to the challenges of the 19th century

Fall .5 unit
This world history elective examines the course of Latin American history from the development of sedentary communities such as the Olmecs and Toltecs to the major civilizations of the Mexica, Inca, and Maya, and through conquest and colonization to the beginning of the 20th century. Students explore the connections between critical developments in Europe and the history of the Latin American region. Examples of these connections include the relationship between the Renaissance, the voyages of exploration and the conquest of the Americas and the comparison of religious developments in the European Reformation and in Latin America. Course requirements include regular readings and homework, research and historical analysis, and tests and quizzes as well as cooperative learning projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 10 (11)

H-213 European History: From the Fall of the Western Roman Empire to the First World War

Fall .5 unit
This course surveys developments in European history from the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century through World War I in the early 20th century. Students examine major social, political, and economic changes during the fall of the Western Roman Empire to the development of feudal societies in Western Europe, Renaissance values, Enlightenment ideals, religious upheaval and the emergence of Protestantism, the development of a global economy, industrialization, the rise of European nationalism, imperialism, and the beginnings of the First World War. Students explore the religious, ideological, social, economic, and political structures, and culture of Western Europe as it shapes much of world history. Course requirements include regular readings and homework, research and historical analysis, and tests and quizzes as well as cooperative learning projects.
Prerequisite: Classical Mediterranean History (H-110)
Open to: 10 (11)

H-325a Art History

Year 1 unit

This course provides an introductory survey of the history of art from the dawn of civilization to the present. Though an understanding of the European artistic tradition is fundamental to any study of the history of art, it is equally important to allow students to explore the richness of visual traditions from around the globe. With this in mind, this course pays significant attention to the art and architecture of South Asia and Mesoamerica as well as the traditions of the Near East and the Islamic world. In pursuit of this cross-cultural perspective, students examine the formal/stylistic aspects of art as well as the cultural context in which that art was produced. Students become familiar with the principles of design, the processes of artistic production, and the fundamental elements of style in painting, sculpture, architecture, and other contemporary media. Understanding the formal elements of art allows students to explore intelligently the cultural issues surrounding artistic production, such as function, patronage, gender, ethnicity, politics, and religion. In addition to providing a chronological framework for understanding the development of art, the course examines several themes that can be applied across cultures. These themes include sacred spaces, art as propaganda, art and warfare, representations of nature, art as protest, and the self-portrait, among others. Ultimately, this course provides students with the visual literacy they need to understand fully their world. Students interested in taking the AP Art History Exam in May would be expected, in addition to completing all other required elements of the course, to pursue extensive review and additional preparation independently in the spring semester.

Prerequisites: Contemporary World History (H-210)

H-331 United States History

Year 1 unit
This course surveys the history of the United States from the colonial period through the present, with emphasis given to careful analysis of the nature of the American experience. What roles have race, gender, and class played in the lives and perceptions of the American people? How have factors such as economics, ideology, law, and religious faith interacted in shaping the country’s history? Students spend significant time reading secondary and primary documents closely and critically, cultivating the ability to express ideas clearly and with sufficient factual evidence to be persuasive. At least one major research project allows students to explore the process of scholarship by studying a topic in depth.
Prerequisite: Contemporary World History (H-210)
Open to: 11/12

H-331a United States History: A Particular Perspective

Year 1 unit

This course surveys the history of the United States from the colonial period through the present through the lens of women’s history in general and Emma Willard School in particular. Using the recently published history of the school (a two-hundred-year old institution with a special mission and a special place in American history), the course will consider American history in the context of the experience of Emma Willard and the young women she taught. During each era in U.S. history, the school’s response has provided insight into the economic, social and intellectual forces coloring that era, and this survey course will analyze those factors with particular emphasis on the way those larger factors contrasted with or influenced events at the school. To insure that students have a broad sense of American history, the main text will be supplemented with an abbreviated volume of American history. Students spend significant time reading secondary and primary documents closely and critically, cultivating the ability to express ideas clearly and with sufficient factual evidence to be persuasive. At least one major research project allows students to explore the process of scholarship by studying a topic in depth.

Prerequisite: Contemporary World History (H-210)

Open to: 11/(12)

H-333 Advanced Placement United States History

Year 1.5 unit
This course provides an intensive, college-level survey of United States history from the period of early contact to the present and is designed for students who wish to prepare for the Advanced Placement exam in United States history. The course emphasizes social, economic, political, and diplomatic developments and gives special attention to issues in women’s history. The course is intended to be both an introduction to United States history and an initiation into the standards of historical study, including factual recall, document/artifact analysis, reasoned argumentation, clear communication (written and oral), and historiographic contextualization. The ability to handle significant amounts of nightly reading, to analyze and synthesize primary documents, and to write a concise, organized, and well-developed historical essay under time pressure is crucial to a student’s success in this course. At least one research paper/project is required in this class. Admission to this class is based upon completion of the permission form (available in the registrar’s office), with continued enrollment dependent on consistent effort and performance. As with other AP courses, additional assignments should be expected over school vacations. There is a summer reading requirement that includes a written essay (due at registration in the fall).
Prerequisite: Contemporary World History (H-210), Completion of the summer assignment (reading and an analytical essay)
Open to: 11/12 with the admission criteria described above

H-337 The “Restricted Section”: Research Methods in American history

Fall .5/ Full Year option, 1 credit

Harry Potter needed an invisibility cloak in order to access the Hogwarts library’s top secret “restricted section,” but Emma Willard students who are inquisitive about history will have full access to Emma Willard’s own “restricted section” – the archives. This course will introduce students to research methods with an emphasis on historical analysis and historical interpretation. Students will have the opportunity to work as research historians seeking to unlock a unique perspective on specific movements in American history through a local lens. With full access to the Emma Willard School’s archival collections, students will be able to explore a wide range of topics to select for an in depth study: What did the Civil Rights movement at Emma Willard suggest about the Civil Rights movement nationally? How did the Great Depression affect Emma Willard School? How did Revels performances and trends reflect national issues? Although students will work independently with their instructor, the class will come together as a group once a week for general research methods instruction, to debrief, and to share their findings with the rest of the group. Assessments include one final project in the form of a research paper, museum exhibit, or online digital exhibit.

Prerequisite: U.S. History or concurrently enrolled in U.S. history.

Open to: 11/12

H-349 Advanced Placement Economics

Fall and Spring .75 unit
Why do we exchange goods? How do businesses make decisions about pricing products? When should the government intervene in the market – and when should it stay out of the way? These questions lie at the heart of this class. Using a text by a Nobel Prize-winning author as well as examples from the front page of the newspaper, students develop a thorough understanding of how consumers and producers interact in the market. The focus on individual decision-makers prepares students well for the AP Microeconomics exam. (Note: students who take the course in the fall should attend the AP review sessions in the spring.)
Prerequisite: U.S. History (H-331) or AP U.S. History (H-333), or concurrently enrolled in H-331 or H-333
Open to: 11/12

H-362 Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics

Year 1.5 unit
This course provides students with an in-depth review of modern United States government. Students study the foundations of American government, including the Constitution and federalism; major governmental institutions, including the bureaucracy as well the executive, legislative and judicial branches; the political process, including political parties, campaigns, interest groups, and mass media; and the policymaking process. Class discussions focus on illustrating information and concepts through current political issues. Evaluations are based on class participation, daily assignments, and periodic quizzes and assessments. Students taking this class will take the AP exam in May. As with other AP courses, additional assignments are given over school vacations.
Prerequisite: U.S. History (H-331) or AP U.S. History (H-333), or concurrently enrolled in H-331 or H-333
Open to: 11/12

H-370 Advanced Placement Introductory Psychology

Year 1.5 units
This course offers students an introduction to the expanding field of psychology. Students explore the history of the field and the various approaches which have evolved over time, including the biological bases of behavior, personality theory, developmental psychology, the study of motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, social psychology, and psychopathology and treatment. Research methods and the techniques of testing and evaluating individual differences are also discussed. Students are evaluated based on a variety of assessments including regular tests, short projects and presentations, and a research paper. Because of the demanding pace and expectations of this full-year course, admission is based upon the completion of a permission form and the recommendation of the student’s current history teacher, science teacher and advisor. While the course is open to juniors as well as seniors, seniors are given first priority. Students who are interested in both AP Psychology and Neuroscience should discuss their options with either one of the instructors or their advisor as students are not permitted to take both courses.
Open to: 11/12

Language

L-120 Latin I

Year 1 unit

In Latin I, students are introduced to the inflectional system in Latin— that is, the declension of nouns and conjugation of verbs. Grammar is taught through the introduction of simplified works of Latin literature. Latin I covers all of the tenses of the indicative mood, and the uses of all of the cases of nouns. By the end of the course, students will be able to read simplified Latin texts; will learn the basics of Roman mythology, government and culture, and will gain a much deeper understanding of English grammar and the grammar of other Indo-European languages they may study. In addition, they will have an arsenal of basic vocabulary which will serve them well in understanding college level written English.

Open to 9/10/11/12/PG

L-130 French I

Year 1 unit
First-year French students learn a wide range of vocabulary, expressions, and usage, as well as the grammatical structures to support them. The course employs a textbook, workbooks, and a variety of audio visual material which offer practice and reinforcement in authentic situations. These materials and class discussion help develop a cultural awareness of francophone countries. Cooperative activities and paired work promote the communicative function of the language. Both classroom practice and testing emphasize the importance of all aspects of the material: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and knowledge of culture.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-160 Spanish I

Year 1 unit
After successfully completing Spanish I, students are able to carry on short conversations with acceptable pronunciation, intonation, and syntax and write answers to questions in the present and past tenses. They also are able to express themselves about future events. Students develop confidence in oral work and broaden their knowledge of cultures that embrace Spanish as their official language. Work in the textbook is accompanied by short readings and extensive work on the supersite, which includes tutorials, videos, films, and more.
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-170 Chinese I

Year 1 unit
This course, designed for anyone new to the Chinese language, introduces students to spoken and written Mandarin Chinese, paying particular attention to practical vocabulary and basic sentence patterns. Students learn the Pinyin (romanized) system of writing and learn to read and write the most basic Chinese characters. After they master 200 characters, students are able to create skits and write short essays about their daily lives. By the end of the year, students are able to recognize up to 350 Chinese characters and can communicate about themselves, families and friends.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-220 Latin II

Year 1 unit

Latin II covers the tenses of the subjunctive mood and some of the more advanced points of Latin syntax and grammar. By the end of the course, students will be able to read original Latin texts with a dictionary and some grammar help. This course will guide students through a deeper understanding of Roman culture, history, politics and literature through readings which become less abridged as the course progresses. As students learn more Latin vocabulary, their vocabulary in English will flourish accordingly.

Prerequisite: Latin I (L-120) or recommendation of the department
Open to 9/10/11/12/PG

L-230 French II

Year 1 unit
In this course students review the fundamentals of French I while gradually building new vocabulary and learning to use additional tenses and structures. By means of written and oral drills, selected readings, audio passages, and lesson-related videos, students increase their skill in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Cultural topics are introduced through occasional readings and visual aids.
Prerequisite: French I (L-130) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-260 Spanish II

Year 1 unit
In this course students continue to develop skills learned in Spanish I, including reading, writing, and speaking. By the end of the course, they can employ with reasonable accuracy the future, conditional, and past tenses, and some forms of the subjunctive. Class activities include reading and acting out dialogues, conversing in Spanish, reviewing grammar exercises, and writing compositions. Through coursework students read short stories and poetry according to their level. Supersite work continues to be important.
Prerequisite: Spanish I (L-160) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-270 Chinese II

Year 1 unit

In this course, students continue to develop the fundamentals covered in Chinese I and practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing. They review their knowledge of the 350 Chinese characters learned in Chinese I. Through occasional readings, listening to CDs, and watching lesson-related videos, students improve their understanding of Chinese culture while acquiring new vocabulary and sentence patterns. Classroom activities and tests are completely in Chinese. By the end of the year, the students are able to recognize up to 500 Chinese characters.

Prerequisite: Chinese I (L-170) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-320 Latin III

Year 1 unit

Latin III is the bridge course between highly structured grammar study and reading Latin literature with little grammatical support. As such, it is a year in which students bring all of their accumulated grammar knowledge to authentic literary texts, learning the last details of grammatical complexity as they tackle the works of authors such as Caesar, Cicero, Horace, Livy, Catullus, Martial and Vergil. This course serves an important function for those students who may wish to study AP Latin or enter college with the skills needed to study Latin literature.

Prerequisite: Latin II (L-220) or recommendation of the department
Open to 9/10/11/12/PG

L-330 French III

Year 1 unit
By successfully completing this course, students cover all basic French grammatical structures. Through discussion of the material, whether reading or audio-visual, they enrich their vocabulary, gain insight into French culture, and achieve greater ease in oral communication. Students also develop their writing skills through written assignments and short essays. Excerpts of French films and various presentations reinforce the class material and help to expand students’ understanding of the country and its people.
Prerequisites: French II (L-230) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-360 Spanish III

L-370 Chinese III

Year 1 unit
This course is a continuation of Chinese II (L-270). Students strengthen their abilities in the four skill areas for practical communication in Chinese. They develop their knowledge of the Chinese characters learned in Chinese II and learn new vocabulary and sentence patterns, while using Chinese to discuss various topics. They gain an understanding of Chinese culture through occasional readings, listening to CDs, and watching lesson-related videos. By the end of the year, they are able to read Chinese essays and engage in daily conversation. They are also able to recognize up to 800 Chinese characters.

Prerequisite: Chinese II (L-270) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 9/10/11/12

L-430 French IV: Cours Avancé

Fall .5 unit
This course provides an opportunity for students to sample a variety of literary genres (poetry, short story, etc.) and at the same time develop and strengthen their knowledge of French grammar. Selected readings from France, French Canada, Africa, etc. are the focus of classroom discussions and of essay writing. In addition, students review verb tenses and important grammar structures while adding to their repertoire of new vocabulary. They also watch, discuss, and study one or two of the great classics from French cinema.
Prerequisite: French III (L-330) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 10/11/12

L-431 French IV: Cours Avancé

Spring .5 unit
Students continue to strengthen and develop their knowledge of French grammar and vocabulary. In addition, the class studies Madame Bovary; this is the focus of class discussion and enables students to examine cultural, historical, and social issues pertaining to the text. In addition, students write essays and develop writing skills in French. There is a strong emphasis on meaningful and informed participation in class. Students also are expected to do research and to apply this to class discussion, power point presentations and essays. They continue their study of various grammar structures and new vocabulary. All students write a final analytical paper (3-5 pages in length) on Madame Bovary at the end of the semester.
Prerequisite: French IV (L-430) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 10/11/12

L-460 Spanish IV

Fall .5 unit
This course is designed to improve the student’s command of Spanish in all aspects. Through reading works of Spanish and Latin American authors, students study Spanish literature, while acquiring knowledge of the political history of each country. Brief essays and oral reports are completed following reading assignments and pertinent movies. A final paper is required in the spring semester.
Students planning to take AP Spanish V (L-561) should enroll in this course.
Prerequisite: Spanish III (L-360) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 10/11/12

L-461 Spanish IV

Spring .5 unit
See Spanish IV (L-460).
Prerequisite: Spanish IV (L-460) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 10/11/12

L-470 Chinese IV

Year 1unit

In this course, students handle more complicated readings and prepare to interact with native speakers about every day life. They are provided an opportunity to explore Chinese literature and culture (folklore, poetry, festivals, etc.) while building their competencies in listening, speaking, reading, and writing Chinese. Students become familiar with the concepts of Chinese history, society, traditional culture, and the changing cultures of modern China and Taiwan. When students finish this level, they are able to read authentic materials and carry conversations in basic business settings.

Prerequisite: Chinese III (L-370) or recommendation of the department

Open to: 10/11/12

L-531 Advanced Placement French V: Cours Supérieur

Year 1.5 unit
This course focuses on developing writing skills and verbal skills. Equal emphasis is placed on developing skills in speaking, listening, and reading with particular attention paid to vocabulary and grammar. Through vocabulary building, drills in speech patterns, study of pronunciation and intonation, and discussion of contemporary topics, students improve their verbal comprehension and ability to speak. In addition, students write short, frequent essays and are exposed to French literature through a wide variety of texts from the Middle Ages to the modern times. As with other AP courses, additional assignments are required during school vacations. To receive credit for this course, students are expected to take the Advanced Placement exam in French language.
Prerequisite: French IV (L-431) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 11/12

L-561 Advanced Placement Spanish V: Curso Avanzado

Year 1.5 unit
This course emphasizes the development of writing skills. Short essays are assigned weekly. Equal emphasis is placed on developing skills in speaking, listening, and reading with particular attention paid to grammar and vocabulary. In the fall semester the readings are dedicated to Spanish authors from the XV century to the present. During the spring semester, emphasis is placed on reading short stories and plays by Latin American authors. As with other AP courses, additional assignments are required during school vacations. Students are expected to take the Advanced Placement Spanish Language exam.

Prerequisite: Spanish IV (L-461) or recommendation of the department
Open to: 11/12

L-622 Ovid

Year 1 unit

In this course, we will study Ovid’s Metamorphoses in depth. This will be a seminar course, consisting primarily of detailed preparation outside of class, reading and translating in class, and ongoing online discussions throughout the week. Students will present one project or paper each semester.

Prerequisite: Latin V: AP Latin (L-520) or recommendation of the department
Open to 11/12/PG

Mathematics

M-125 Algebra I

Year 1 unit
In this course, students expand their notion of a variable and connect it to algebraic and problem-solving techniques. This is a comprehensive course that lays the foundation for both Algebraic Geometry and Algebra II and Trigonometry. Topics include signed numbers, radicals and radical operations, linear equations, systems of linear equations, exponents, the quadratic formula, polynomials, and factoring. Students in this course learn to translate verbal statements into mathematical statements, clarify procedural questions, solidify arithmetic skills, and comprehend the abstraction of the coordinate plane. Class time is used for discussion, developing initiative in problem-solving and perfecting study skills.

Open to: 9/10

M-225 Algebraic Geometry

Year 1 unit
This course uses a problem-based curriculum that enables students to investigate and prove geometric concepts. Topics include distance in a coordinate plane, the Pythagorean Theorem, angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, vectors, properties of triangles, properties of quadrilaterals, regular polygons, transformations, congruence, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, circles, area, perimeter, volume, and surface area. Proficiency in basic algebra is expected and necessary. Geometry students are active learners, engaging the problem-solving skills learned in Algebra I. The course stresses the connections between algebra and the geometric topics covered. Each student develops the practice of self-assessment so that she is better able to critique her understanding. Class discussion centers around problem sets, and students employ graphing calculators, dynamic computer software, the Internet, and journals as tools in the learning process.
Prerequisite: Algebra I (M-125)

Open to: 9/10/11

M-315 Functions and Trigonometry

Year 1 unit

This course is a one-year algebra and trigonometry course that satisfies the mathematics graduation requirement for juniors and seniors. Its syllabus includes topics to prepare students for mathematical applications at the college level. If recommended for M-315 by the department, a student may follow this course with Algebra II and Trigonometry (M-325). If M-315 is taken before the junior year, the Mathematics Department expects that students will take mathematics courses at least through their junior year and that they will have successfully completed Algebra II and Trigonometry or Functions and Trigonometry. This course does not serve as a prerequisite for Precalculus (M-450).

Prerequisite: Recommendation of the department

Open to: 10/11/12

M-325 Algebra II and Trigonometry

Year 1 unit

This course continues to develop independent problem-solving while expanding skills to solve, graph and interpret linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations, as well as higher-degree polynomial functions, inverse functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, and trigonometric functions. Functions introduce an abstract thought process, and the focus is on solving problems and reading carefully in order to build skills. At this level, students are expected to reason independently and formulate questions based on insights into applications of the algebra previously studied.
Prerequisite: Algebraic Geometry (M-225)

Open to: 9/10/11/12

M-420 Applications of Finite Mathematics

Year 1 unit

This course is offered in alternate years when M-410 is not offered. This elective course is for students interested in learning mathematical modeling techniques that can be applied to real world problems. Through analysis of applications and the use of technology, students learn the major concepts and tools for collecting, organizing, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics covered include counting methods, probability, frequency distributions, central tendency, dispersion, normal distribution, linear correlation and regression lines. Additional topics include many of the following: set theory, graph theory, logic, voting and apportionment, financial management and research projects.

Prerequisite: Algebra II and Trigonometry (M-325) or Functions and Trigonometry (M-315) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 10/11/12

M-450 Precalculus with Statistics

Year 1 unit
This course is designed for students who have completed the study of basic trigonometry and algebra. In Precalculus, students are introduced to different areas of study in higher-level mathematics. Topics include advanced trigonometry, vectors and their applications to physics, functions, modeling, statistics, analytic geometry, series, and limits. The course assumes that students employ effective questioning skills: not just procedural, but analytical. In addition, students apply a range of methods when problem-solving. This course involves significant independent work, and students are responsible for assessing their progress, seeking help in the Math Learning Center as necessary.
Prerequisite: Algebra II and Trigonometry (M-325) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 10/11/12

M-460 Precalculus with Non-Routine Problems

Year 1 unit

This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the study of trigonometry and algebra. Students study the various topics of precalculus which include advanced trigonometry, vectors and their applications to physics, functions, probability, statistics, analytic geometry, and sequences and series. In addition, students examine a large number of non-routine problems which will require creative problem-solving skills. The successful student in this course will be proactive both in and out of the classroom, will seek help when necessary, be able to do independent work, use effective questioning skills and frequently enter into or initiate discussions in class, have a natural curiosity to pursue not only the mechanics of problem-solving but also the concepts behind the problem, and readily draw from a variety of problem-solving skills.
Prerequisite: Algebra II and Trigonometry (M-325) and recommendation of the math department
Open to: 10/11/12

M-500 Calculus

Year 1 unit
This course is designed for students looking for a moderately paced course in calculus. The course covers many of the traditional topics of differential and integral calculus with special emphasis on applications, and it prepares students well for college and/or continued study in mathematics. This course is not intended to prepare students for the AP examination.
Prerequisite: Precalculus (M-450) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 11/12

M-540 Advanced Placement Statistics

Year 1.5 units
This course offers a thorough examination of data analysis, data production, and statistical inference. Topics include the normal distribution, correlation and regression, experimental design, sampling distributions, probability theory, confidence intervals, tests of significance, and the Chi-Square Test. Diverse areas such as economics, medicine, and politics are incorporated into discussions of statistical topics. Solution methods for the Advanced Placement exam and assessments in this class employ technology. Also, students should expect significant reading, written analysis, and interpretation as parts of statistical inference. As with other AP courses, additional assignments should be expected over school vacations, and summer work is required. Students in this course are expected to sit for the AP Statistics exam in May.

Prerequisites: Precalculus (M-450) or Precalculus with Non-Routine Problems (M-460) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 11/12

M-550 Advanced Placement Calculus AB

Year 1.5 units
This course prepares students for the AP Calculus AB exam. It offers a thorough exposure to differential and integral calculus. The course begins with a review of functions and their graphs, followed by derivative functions, limits, continuity, and the definite integral. Derivative rules and applications complete the study of differential calculus, and this is followed by additional work with integrals and their applications. The course finishes with the topics of differential equations and slope fields. All students who take this course are expected to take the AP Calculus AB exam in May. As with other AP courses, additional assignments should be expected over school vacations, and summer work is required.
Prerequisites: Precalculus (M-450) or Precalculus with Non-Routine Problems (M-460) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 11/12

M-560 Advanced Placement Calculus BC

Fall 0.75 units

This course is a continuation of AP Calculus AB (M-550), and covers only those topics on the College Board BC topic outline not already presented in Calculus AB. These include integration by parts and by partial fractions, improper integrals, curve length, infinite series, and parametric and polar functions. All students are required to sit for the AP Calculus BC exam in May. In preparation for this exam, there are several weeks of required review sessions in the spring. Students should also expect a substantial summer assignment and possible assignments during school vacations.
Prerequisites: AP Calculus AB (M-550) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 11/12

M-570 Multivariable Calculus

Spring 0.75 units

This course covers topics that are typically offered in a third semester college course in multivariable calculus. These include vectors and surfaces in three dimensional space, vector valued functions, partial derivatives, vector fields, and line integrals. It will be a particularly helpful course for students who plan to study engineering, physics, or math in college.

Prerequisite: AP Calculus BC (M-560) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 11/12

Science

S-100 Physics

Year 1 unit
This is a laboratory science course that includes traditional topics such as forces, kinematics, energy, and basic concepts of electricity and magnetism, as well as less familiar areas such as indirect measurement of the very small. These topics are intended to increase each student’s understanding and awareness of events and the behavior of objects in her world. Through collaborative experiences and the use of technology, students explore various avenues for problem solving based on their mathematical background. The course also introduces students to many of the basic skills necessary for future science courses. Assignments and assessments include out-of-class reading, problem sets, laboratory reports, quizzes, tests, projects, and practical exercises.
Open to: 9

S-200 Chemistry

Year 1 unit

This is an introductory course in general chemistry. Students study basic and advanced concepts including chemical formulas, equations, chemical quantities, properties of gases, states of matter, atomic structure, bonding, and solutions. The ability to solve and discuss problems, both individually and in groups, is emphasized. Evaluations include projects, laboratory reports, tests, and quizzes.

Prerequisite: Physics (S-100)

Open to: 10/11/12

S-210 Principles of Chemistry

Year 1 unit

Principles of Chemistry is the study of the substances making up our environment and the changes these substances undergo. Through laboratory investigations and discoveries of chemical concepts, students gain a basic understanding of chemistry as well as the ability to interpret scientific processes. Students study topics that include solubility, periodic properties, chemical equations, phases of matter, and molecular structures. Evaluations include projects, tests, lab reports. This course is specifically designed for students who have experienced difficulty in mathematics.

Prerequisite: Physics (S-100) and recommendation of the department

Open to: 10/11/12

S-224 Arduino - Making stuff that thinks and moves

Fall .5 unit

Do you want to learn what makes things tick through practical experience (i.e., ripping things apart)? Do you want to learn about computers and programming and the beginnings of coding? Do you want to take up a new hobby or learn to put things together with solder? Arduino will teach you how.

This is an ideal course for those who are interested in building and coding working devices. We will use hardware (in some cases scavenged, in some cases purchased), software, and tools to build cool stuff that does things, such as digital thermometers, sound generators, and running robots. Each student is provided with a micro controller, software, and supplies to build working prototypes and learn about the basics of electronics and programming. Individually, each student is also expected to deliver several projects during the course of the semester. Check EmmaNow for a few videos showing projects that last year's students created. No previous computer science experience is necessary.

Open to: 9/10/11/12

S-256 STEM@Emma

Year .25 credit

STEM@Emma is a campus-based science research program for Emma Willard 9th and 10th grade students who are interested in independent science/math/technology research projects. A participant in STEM@Emma will work with an Emma science-faculty member on a project that is designed to lead to open-ended questions that can be pursued by the student using a variety of research tools. These projects will often extend beyond a single semester or school year, and may be transferred to other students in future semesters. Grading system: Credit/No Credit.

Prerequisite: Application and recommendation by department.

Open to: 9/10

S-310 Biology: Concepts and Connections

Year 1 unit
This course explores the breadth and complexity of the biological world. Common themes such as energy transfer and the link between structure and function are examined as students develop a conceptual understanding of human anatomy and physiology, genetics, evolution, ecology, cell biology, and the diversity of life. Students integrate theory and application through class discussions, hands-on projects, and numerous smaller laboratory activities. Assessments include tests, quizzes, labs, and projects. Students should be prepared to spend time outside of class developing their reading comprehension skills. This course draws upon the interdisciplinary ideas developed in physics and chemistry to explain biological themes.
Prerequisite: Physics (S-100)
Open to: 11/12

S-320 Biology: Research and Investigations

Year 1 unit
This course investigates the five cornerstones of biology through discussions, scientific experimentation and data analysis. Students focus their attention on human anatomy and physiology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and cellular biology. While participating in student-led discussions, designing experimental procedures, and completing interdisciplinary projects. Assessments address writing and analytical skills, as well as oral discussion and presentation skills; the course includes several significant research projects, tests, and oral presentations. Students should be prepared to spend time outside of class developing and maintaining their research efforts. This course draws upon the interdisciplinary skills developed in physics, chemistry and mathematics to further understand the scientific process in biology.
Prerequisite: Physics (S-100)
Open to: 11/12

S-400 Physics II

Year 1 unit

This course acquaints students with advanced physical concepts and their applications. In this course, students develop quantitative reasoning skills, including writing and solving mathematical expressions for physical phenomena, creating and interpreting graphs, designing and carrying out experiments, and manipulating and creating symbolic equations. During the year, students explore the basics of electricity, light, motion, forces, and energy. Students are assessed via a combination of tests, quizzes, labs and projects. Student proficiency in both algebra and basic trigonometry is necessary.

Prerequisite: Algebra II and Trig (M-325)

Open to: 11/12

S-410 Neuroscience

Year 1 unit
What does it mean to be “split-brained?” Is Sign Language truly a “language?” What happens in your brain when a memory is made? Through an in-depth examination of the brain from both a biological and a psychological perspective, students continue to develop their conceptual and analytic thinking skills. Areas of study include brain anatomy and development, language, memory, and nervous system disorders such as autism, Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease. Coursework includes an assortment of scientific readings including magazine and newspaper articles and non-fiction books, complemented by in-class discussions. Evaluation is based on engagement in class, oral presentations, papers, and tests.
Prerequisite: Biology (S-310 or S-320) or concurrently enrolled in S-310 or S-320
Open to: 11/12

S-411 Global Climate Change

Fall .5 unit

It is only within the last ten years that scientists who study the Earth’s climate for a living have reached consensus about the temperature trend of the Earth (it is increasing) and the explanation for the trend (humans have put a large amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, trapping heat that would otherwise radiate away from the Earth). In this course, we examine the evidence that climate scientists rely on to understand and explain the ways in which the Earth’s climate is presently changing. We also pay close attention to climate related events in the news, as well as watching videos that show scientists at work in various locations around the globe. Finally, we focus on strategies for living on a new, warmer Earth. For instance, as sea level rises, how will different countries deal with the inevitable need for large numbers of people to migrate inland? Many of the classes are led by students, who choose topics to present and discuss. Evaluation is based on student participation in class, regular writing assignments, and the quality of student–led discussions.

Open to: 10/11/12

S-430 Astrobiology

Fall .5 unit

Until fairly recently, the term “planet” referred to any of the eight (or nine) spherical objects orbiting the star that we refer to as the sun. But today, astronomers are discovering planets orbiting other stars and they are achieving these discoveries on an almost weekly basis. This leads to the question, “Do any of these planets have life?” In this astronomy course, we examine how scientists attempt to find places that are hospitable to life. We focus on the current research being done and learn how astronomers are able to judge which far away planets outside of our solar system are likely to support life. Finally, we look at how to search for intelligent life outside of Earth and examine possible methods of communicating with distant life forms.

Open to: 10/11/12

S-440 Forensic Science

Spring .5 unit
Do you enjoy watching “CSI?” Are you curious about the biology and chemistry used to solve crimes? This course puts students in the middle of a crime scene and asks them to use specific lab techniques to come up with a solution. Students are responsible for presenting topics such as fingerprinting, hair/fiber analysis, impressions, blood, toxicology, and DNA. In addition to laboratory procedures, coursework includes research of famous crimes and discussions of an assortment of readings, fiction and nonfiction, pertaining to forensic science. Evaluation is based on engagement in class discussion, independent projects, papers, labs, and tests.
Prerequisite: Chemistry (S-200) and Biology (S-310 or S-320) or concurrently enrolled in S-310 or S-320
Open to: 11/12

S-446 Ethics in Science

Fall .5 unit

Ethics in Science focuses on the moral and ethical issues raised by modern science. The course is designed to address current issues in the scientific community such as genetic engineering, genetic testing, reproductive technology, euthanasia, organ donation, and the use of animals in medical testing/research. The course is designed around student-led discussions. Weekly reading involves recent articles from newspapers, magazines, and science journals. Assessment is based primarily on class presentations and involvement in class discussion.

Prerequisite: Biology (S-310 or S-320) or concurrently enrolled in S-310 or S-320

Open to: 11/12

S-456 STEM Internship Program: Research in Science

Year .5 unit

Select students may join the year-long science internship program. Students must attend an interest meeting in the spring and complete the application process. Accepted interns need to reserve a three-hour block of time in their weekly schedule for the entire year and enroll in Research in Science. Internships are run jointly with the practicum program (see course descriptions). Transportation costs are subsidized by the science internship program.

Internships are intended for advanced study and hands-on experience. Interns have the opportunity to develop their projects fully, learning more about a scientific discipline and the scientific process. Interns have the opportunity to travel to scientific meetings in some years.

Research in Science is a course designed for individual science interns. Students work directly with program directors as they progress through their year, reflecting on their personal experiences, sharing work with fellow interns, exploring scientific literature related to their work, and preparing a culminating presentation. Students work weekly online and meet monthly in person. Grading system: Credit/No Credit.

Prerequisite: Chemistry (S-200 or S-210) and Biology (S-310 or S-320) or concurrently enrolled in S-310 or S-320

Open to: 11/12

S-470 Environmental Studies

Spring .5 unit

While considering environmental topics such as climate change, water, energy and agriculture, this class also considers broader questions: What is the nature of scientific inquiry and what constitutes credible scientific evidence? How do average citizens of a democratic society pursue realistic and practical solutions to scientifically demonstrated concerns in the contexts of economics, politics, ethics, and idealism?

Evaluation in this class includes class reading and discussions, written reports and oral presentations, and appropriate hands-on science activities. Students gain experience reading and working with scientific research papers. There is a final project for the class to present a set of recommendations for scientific, technological, and/or policy changes that could, in practice, create large-scale positive changes.
Open to: 10/11/12

S-490 Introduction to Engineering

Spring .5 unit

Do you ever take apart machines to figure out how they work? Do you ever wonder how bridges and buildings stand up? This course helps you answer your engineering questions by providing a hands-on exploration of the structural, mechanical and computer engineering fields. Students explore how engineers apply math and physics concepts in the design process. Students practice spatial thinking and drafting in three dimensions when they design, build, and test structural and mechanical models. Finally, students learn basic computer science skills, using logic and simple coding to solve engineering problems. Students are asked to demonstrate their knowledge in engineering through hands-on design and testing labs, problem sets, and presentations.

Prerequisite: Algebra I (M-125)

Open to: 10/11/12

S-500 Advanced Placement Biology

Year 1.5 unit
This is a college-level course that examines the principles of ecology, cellular life, inheritance, evolution, diversity, and organismal structure and function. Laboratory exploration in each of these topics provides the student with the opportunity to collect and analyze data, think critically, and solve problems. Given the range of topics and the depth of coverage, students are required to complete work during school vacations and over the summer months. Reading and written assignments prepare students for the required AP Biology exam in May.
Prerequisites: Chemistry (S-200) and Biology (S-310 or S-320) and permission of the department
Open to: 11/12

S-510 Advanced Placement Chemistry

Year 1.5 unit
This college-level course is designed for students who wish to develop their skills in inorganic chemistry. Emphasis is placed on exploring advanced chemical systems through experimental design, data collection and analysis, and problem solving. Reading and collaborative work outside of class provide opportunities to practice and apply concepts, and these exercises may be assigned over the summer months and during school vacations. Proficiency in algebra is essential. Weekly problem sets and written work are assigned to prepare for the required AP Chemistry exam.
Prerequisites: Chemistry (S-200), Algebra II & Trigonometry (M-325) and permission of the department
Open to: 11/12

S-523 Advanced Placement Physics B

Year 1.5 units

AP Physics provides students with the skills and insights needed to explain the natural world. Students are introduced to the five major topics they would meet in a rigorous introductory college course: Newtonian mechanics, fluid mechanics and thermal physics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. As part of their preparation for the AP Exam, student complete regular problem sets and take tests based on the AP exam. The course also includes a hands-on laboratory component comparable to introductory college-level physics laboratories. Students will be well-prepared to take the AP Physics B Exam in May.

Prerequisites: Algebra II and Trig (M-325). Permission of the department is required. One prior year of physics is encouraged.

Open to: 10/11/12

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