Western Christian Schools

Honors & AP

0115 English 12 Advanced Placement (AP) (CSU/UC)
English 12 AP is a rigorous survey of British literature through the 20th century.  The course provides an extensive study of British literature, poetry analysis, composition and a survey of literature from Gilgamesh through the 20th century. Emphasis is placed on developing critical judgment through reading analytically and writing and composing critical papers.  All students enrolled are encouraged to take the AP examination in literature and composition, given in May.  College credit may be granted for competency on this examination. Summer reading is required.  Textbooks will be purchased by students.
Prerequisites: An 85% score or better on the English honors test, teacher recommendation, instructor approval, and successful completion of English 10 Honors and/or English 11 Honors.
0153 Spanish 4 Advanced Placement (AP)
Spanish 4 emphasizes the mastery and application of all grammatical rules. It requires more advanced reading of modern and classical Spanish literature, as well as a continuing focus on oral and written expression. It is designed to form the basis for advanced work in literature and science. Continued readings and discussion of Spanish culture are essential. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Prerequisites : “B” in Spanish 3, or the equivalent; or instructor approval.
0157 French 4 Advanced Placement (AP) (CSU/UC)
French 4 AP concentrates on the mastery and application of all grammatical rules. It requires more advanced reading of modern and classical French literature, as well as a continuing focus on oral and written expression. It is designed to form the basis for advanced work in literature and science. Continued readings and discussion of French culture are essential. Special emphasis is placed on preparing the student to take the French AP language examination, given in May. All students enrolled are encouraged to take the exam. College credit may be granted for competency on this examination. Workbooks will be purchased by the students.
Prerequisites: Completion of both semesters of French 3 with a “B” or the equivalent, or instructor approval.
0423 Calculus Advanced Placement (AP) (CSU/UC)
A college level course, Calculus AP is designed to prepare the student to take the AP Calculus test.  All students enrolled are encouraged to take the AP examination, given in May.  College credit may be granted for competency on this examination.  Textbooks will be purchased by students.
Prerequisites : Graphing calculator required.  “B” or better in Math Analysis
0617 Biology AP (Lab) (CSU/UC)
The Biology AP course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory course.  All students enrolled are encouraged to take the AP examination, given in May.  College credit may be granted for competency on this examination.  Textbooks will be purchased by students.  Lab fee required.
Prerequisites: Biology AP requires a grade of “B” or better in chemistry and biology or instructor approval.
0511 US History AP (CSU/UC)
United States History AP is designed to take the student beyond the high school level and act as preparation for intermediate college level course work.  The course uses a college text, and is constructed according to the Advanced Placement guidelines in order to prepare the students to successfully take and pass the AP U.S. History test.  Textbooks will be purchased by the students.
Prerequisites: 1.) “A” in World History with teacher recommendation, 2.)summer work is required, 3.)students and parents must sign a contract and attend a parent meeting.
0514 Government Advanced Placement (AP) (CSU/UC)
Government AP is a one semester class designed to take the student beyond the regular government class level in preparation for intermediate college level course work. Students will examine the same topics as the regular government class at an accelerated pace and with greater in-depth study.  The course uses a college text, and is constructed according to the Advanced Placement guidelines.  All students enrolled are encouraged to take the AP examination, given in May.  College credit may be granted for competency on this examination. Textbooks will be purchased by the students.
Prerequisites: “A” or “B”  in AP US History or “A” in US History with 1.) teacher recommendation, 2.) summer work, 3.) contract mandatory
Chemistry Advanced Placement (AP)
  (CSU/UC)
Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes that it undergoes. It is the branch of
science that connects biology to physics and everything in between! This class differs
from the other science offerings at WCHS because it utilizes a college level textbook
and has a much stronger lab emphasis. Students will take the AP chemistry test in May
and are expected to put forth their best effort during the exam to receive college credit.
0108 English Honors 10 (CSU/UC)
English Honors 10 will continue the foundation needed for communicating ideas through vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking.  The class will cover selected works of British, American and world literature to enable students to analyze how literature reflects historical eras and social and philosophical conditions.  Students will complete a research paper and read six novels and plays.  Summer reading is required.
Prerequisites: An acceptable score on an honors test and an “A” in English 9.  Approval by English Department
0107 English 11 Honors (CSU/UC)
English 11 Honors is designed to prepare capable and highly motivated students to demonstrate their potential.  Students will refine reading, vocabulary, grammar, and composition skills.  After a review of short stories, poetry, and drama, the course will begin a chronological study of American literature and end with a critical review research project.  Students will read ten novels and six plays throughout the course.  Summer reading is required.
Prerequisites: An acceptable score on an honors test and “A’s” in English 9 and 10.  Approval by English Department
0605 Chemistry Honors (Lab) (CSU/UC)
Honors Chemistry requires good math skills in applied algebra and geometry.  The student will gain understanding in the areas of atomic theory, chemical reactions, liquids, periodic table, energy effects, the mole concept, reaction rates, equilibrium, solubility, acids and bases, oxidation reduction, electrons, chemical bonding, organic chemistry, molecular structure, and kinetic energy.  Honors chemistry will cover these with a deeper level of study than regular ChemistryLab fee required.
Prerequisites: A combined G.P.A. of 3.5 in Biology, Algebra 1, Geometry.  Must have taken or take Algebra 2 or higher level math concurrently with class.  Teacher recommendation is required.
0528 World History Honors (CSU/UC)
World History Honors is a California state course that covers topics ranging from the emergence of civilizations in ancient Egypt to the political, social, and economic conditions following World War II.  Throughout the course, students examine eight primary themes: politics and law, war and diplomacy, religion, philosophy, science, the arts, social relations, and cross-cultural interactions.  The themes are reinforced through critical thinking exercises, weekly quizzes and tests, and projects that require students to use their abstract reasoning skills to personalize the material studied in class.  Ultimately, World History Honors seeks to provide students with a thorough historical understanding that connects the details of the past with the events occurring in our modern world.
Prerequisites: In order to be accepted into the World History Honors Course students will need to have earned an “A” in Geography, Health and 9th Grade English.  Students are also required to read and respond to four supplemental readings during the year that complement their coursework.
0515 Economics Honors (CSU/UC)
Economics Honors is a one semester class designed to take the student beyond the regular economics class level in preparation for intermediate college level course work.  Students will examine the same topics and complete the same projects as the regular economics class at an accelerated pace and with greater in-depth study.
Prerequisites: 1.) “A” or “B”  in AP US History or “A” in US History with teacher recommendation, 2.) “A+” in Government with teacher recommendation.
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