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UPPERSCHOOLSCHEDULING &CURRICULUMGUIDE 2024-2025

UPPER SCHOOLSCHEDULING AND CURRICULUM GUIDE2024-2025Presented toSTUDENTS, PARENTS,FACULTY, AND STAFFPublication byUPPER SCHOOL ACADEMIC DEAN’S OFFICELisa Sellers, Administrative AssistantKechia Minter, RegistrarStephanie L. Stephens, Academic DeanMarch 2024

PREFACEWoodward’s approach to secondary education curriculum is successful in meetingthe needs and aspirations of our students and in challenging students to becomecritical thinkers and ethical problem solvers. Administrators, department chairs, andfaculty have delineated graduation standards that meet or exceed all staterequirements in the core academic areas; they have designed courses that willenable students to meet GHSA, NCAA, and HOPE rigor requirements. Counselors,both school and college admissions, and the Academic Dean will offer wise counselalong the way as parents and students develop a four-year plan.Guided by our core values of Excellence, Character, and Opportunity, we championstudent success. Woodward is committed to providing a broad range of richacademic opportunities which are presented through a variety of teachingtechniques. We believe the learning environment that is created will prepare ourstudents for success at a variety of colleges.The following pages comprise the Upper School Scheduling and Curriculum Guidewhich serves as a source of information on such academic matters as classscheduling, graduation requirements, academic honors, and semester exampolicies for students in grades nine to twelve. In addition, it provides a listing anddescription of the various curriculum offerings (which can change in any givenschool year) for Upper School students. Students and parents should use thisguide to plan the overall course study to be completed during high school. Thecounseling staff is available to help with any questions you may have and with theplanning of the course of study. Classroom teachers and the departmental chairsare also valuable resources in helping the student select elective courses and plancourse selections and levels for each year. It is highly advisable for the student tofinish most or all of the graduation requirements before deciding to take elective oroptional courses.We hope that you find this guide helpful. If we may be of any assistance, pleasecontact us.Stephanie L. StephensNote: The statements set forth in this Scheduling and Curriculum Guide should notbe construed as the basis of a contract between a student or parent and WoodwardAcademy. While the provisions and examples in the Scheduling and CurriculumGuide will ordinarily be applied as stated, Woodward Academy reserves the right tochange any provision listed in this publication without actual notice to individuals.Every effort will be made to keep students and parents advised of any suchchanges. Information on changes will be made available in the office of theAcademic Dean. It is the individual responsibility of each student to read emailsfrom the Dean and to keep apprised of current graduation requirements.

TABLE OF CONTENTSThe Scheduling Process 1Graduation Requirements 2-3Course Parameters and Limitations 4The R Period and Course Load 4GHSA and GISA Academic Standards 5Program Classifications and Placement into Levels 5-7Newly Enrolled Student Scheduling 7Drop/Add Policy 8College Admissions 8NCAA Eligibility Center 9Georgia HOPE Scholarship Program 9-10Evaluating Student Achievement—Philosophy 11Progress Reports and Report Cards 11Grading Criteria for Achievement 11-12Areas of Evaluation 12Attendance and Make-up Work 12-13Academic Hold and Study Hall 13Academic Conferences 13Saturday School 13Tutorial 13-14School-Year Tutoring 14Testing Philosophy 14-15Transfer Credit and Distance Learning 15Forward Credit 15-16Approved Study Away 16Summer School for F Grades and Required Summer Tutoring 16-17Summer Semester at Woodward 17-18Academic Honors 19Course Weighting 19Grade-Point-Averages 19-20Eagle Roll and Eagle Awards 20Exam Exemption 21-22National Honor Society 22-23Woodward Academy Graduation Distinctions and Academic Honors 24Distinctions at Graduation: Global Studies, Service Learning,and Sustainability 24-29Academic Honors at Graduation 30-31Curriculum Offerings 35-95The Compassion Capstone 32-33English 34-39Summer Semester English Courses 40Mathematics 41-45Summer Semester Mathematics Courses 46Social Studies 47-53Science 54-60Summer Semester Science Courses 61World Languages 62-70Computer Science 71-73Performing Arts 74-82Extra-Curricular Performing Arts 83Visual Arts 84-90Physical Education and Health 91Learning Support Courses 92-93Debate Courses 94

Summer Service Learning Course 95Appendix i: NCAA Eligibility Worksheet, Requirements and Registration 96-99Appendix ii: Department Flowcharts 100

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 1THE SCHEDULING PROCESSIn the spring of each school year, the counseling staff, in cooperation with teachers anddepartmental chairs, completes the process of pre-scheduling students for the following schoolyear. Thoughtful course selection plays a key role in ensuring optimal academic growth andpersonal development.This Scheduling and Curriculum Guide is distributed to students in Homeroom (Grade 8) orAdvisory (Grades 9-11) in late March or early April. At that time, the School Counselors and/orAcademic Dean discuss the next year’s course selections, graduation requirements, GPAs, NHS,NCAA, the HOPE Scholarship, Graduation Distinctions, and Graduation with Honors and answerquestions. Additionally, parents of rising ninth graders are invited to an orientation in late March.Soon thereafter, students are asked to meet with teachers to discuss their course requests for theupcoming school year. Students, teachers, and parents sign the scheduling form agreeing tocourses for the next year. If there is disagreement, parents can appeal placement decisions tothe Department Chair. If the disagreement cannot be resolved at that level, they may appeal tothe Academic Dean. In late April, students make their course requests in the portal. The schoolcounselor checks these forms to ensure that the student has selected a program of study that isappropriate, will meet graduation guidelines, and will create a program of study that is best suitedto each student’s unique capabilities and interests while factoring in the time demands inherent inany given program, academic or co-curricular.After course requests are made, department chairs receive the data about the number ofstudents who have requested each course. Department chairs use that data to plan sections.During the month of June, using this information, the Academic Dean and the Registrar build aMaster Schedule that provides for scheduling as many of the desired courses as possible.Due to scheduling conflicts and class-size limitations, students may not get all of theirrequests. When this happens, the school counselor or Academic Dean will consult the onlinestudent-request form for an alternate course. Students receive draft schedules in early July. TheCounseling Office is closed during the summer.Students are strongly urged to resolve scheduling problems for both semester one and two duringthe first week of August when the Upper School counseling office will be open to help with theirconcerns. Although modifications to a student's second semester schedule ideally should bemade during the month of August before the school year begins, limited changes will be allowedprior to the beginning of the second semester.The Academy reserves the right to modify student schedules in a manner that best benefits thestudent and the Academy. Placement is strongly influenced by teacher and department chairrecommendations, class size, and graduation requirements. A student will have a change ofstatus (ex. Enriched College Prep to Honors College Prep, College Prep to Enriched CollegePrep) only with the approval of the current teacher and the Department Chair. See pages 5 to 6for more information on these levels. Overall supervision of such changes rests with the Principaland Academic Dean.The Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 2Graduation Requirements7 periods, rotating schedule(One Unit is equivalent to two semesters of work)DEPARTMENTREQUIRED UNITSREQUIRED COURSE CONTENTEnglish4 units (8 semesters)English 1, 2, 3, 4 or APMathematics4 units (8 semesters)*Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2,College Algebra, Pre-calculus, orhigher coursesSocial Studies3.0 units (6 semesters)**U.S. Government/Economics, ModernWorld History, and U.S. HistoryScience4 units (8 semesters)***Biology, Chemistry, Physical Scienceor PhysicsWorld Language2 units (4 semesters)****Two consecutive years of the sameWorld LanguagePhysical Education& Health½ unit (1 semester)Completed by end ofsemester 6S Physical Conditioning for Life,Y Dance (Beginning, Intermediate, orAdvanced), orS Dance Fitness CP can count for the½ unit of PE/Health♦Fine Arts½ unit (1 semester)Visual or Performing ArtsCapstone Course½ unit (1 semester)This senior requirement may becompleted by taking one of severalcourses (see pages 31-32)Elective Courses: Core orNon-Core3.5 units (7 semesters)TOTAL22 UNITS (MINIMUM)The Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 3* Students who have successfully completed Algebra 1 and/or Geometry in the 8th grademust still complete four (4) consecutive units of mathematics in grades 9-12. No MS mathcourses appear on US transcripts or receive graduation credit. Students who are intransition Algebra 1 in 8th grade will repeat Algebra 1 in 9th grade. Other students mayalso be recommended for Algebra 1. Those students who begin 9th grade in Algebra 1generally will not reach calculus by senior year. However, if that is their desire, they maytake Geometry during the summer after freshman year so that they can take Algebra 2 assophomores. Woodward teaches Geometry at both the CP and EP levels each year insummer school. Also, it is necessary for all students who want to take Calculus to be inEP math by junior year.** Students successfully completing Civics in Woodward's 8thgrade are exempt from UnitedStates Government/Economics in the Upper School but must still complete three (3) unitsof social studies in the Upper School. No MS social studies courses appear on UStranscripts or receive graduation credit.*** Students must take four (4) units of science in grades 9-12. Students will receive onehalf (.5) unit of credit on their transcript for each semester of physical science completedin Woodward’s 8th grade with a grade of D or higher. Physical Science credit received inthis way will be included as a part of the four science units required in the Upper School.The grades received from the 8thgrade physical science class, however, will not becalculated into the student’s Upper School GPA nor listed on the GPA (they will appear asP for passing).**** Students (including those who have completed world language study prior to the ninthgrade) are required to complete two consecutive years of the same world language ingrades 9-12. In levels 1 and 2 of world language, any student who fails a semestershould repeat the entire course the following year. International students may completethe language requirement by taking one year of language at the AP level.♦ Students also may fulfill the PE/Health requirement by● Taking Physical Conditioning for Sports, playing a sport offered by the WoodwardAcademy Athletic Department for at least one complete season, or participating inthe Marching Band and● Taking an online Health class through Georgia Virtual School(https://gavirtualschool.org/) or taking Health during Freshman Foundations class.A NOTE ABOUT ELECTIVES (3.5 units required): Some colleges require four units of UpperSchool Social Studies and Science and three or four units of Upper School WorldLanguage. Students should consider their college goals and take their required 3.5 unitsof elective courses in these disciplines. With few exceptions, students should completethe courses required for graduation within a core discipline before taking electives in thatdiscipline. Whether the course is taken as a graduation requirement or an elective, thegrade in a course in the core disciplines counts in the core GPA.The Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 4Parameters and Limitations for Grades 9-12AD= Academic DeanGradeStudy Hall or Study Support(Study Strategies,Freshman Foundations,Tools)# Cores Allowed# AP/HP Core Allowed withDepartmental Approval9Strongly encouraged for allfreshmen by the USadministration.No more than 5No AP; 5HP with MSDepartment Chairpermission and Academic Dean(AD) approval10Fall semester highlyrecommended and will berequired for some5 is typical; nomore than 6 withAD approvalNo more than 2 AP; a mixture of6 HP/AP with AD approval.11As requested by student; Rperiods* allowed for those ingood standing with AD andDean of Students.5 is typical; nomore than 6No more than 5 AP; 5 APcourses or a mixture of 6 HP/APwith AD approval.12As requested by student; Rperiods* allowed for those ingood standing with AD andDean of Students.5 is typical; nomore than 6No more than 5 AP; 5 APcourses or a mixture of 6 HP/APwith AD approval.No student is allowed to take 6 or 7 AP courses, or 7 core courses at any level.*The R Period: The seven-period day affords very strong juniors and seniors a chance to takeanother academic course (under the parameters listed); however, the administration encouragesstudents to take a study support class. For instance, most freshmen and sophomores arerequired or encouraged to take a study hall or a support class like Tools for Academic Success,Study Strategies, or Freshman Foundations. Juniors and seniors in good academic standing whodo not need a support class such as Writers Workshop or Study Strategies or Tools may have an“R” period. This R stands for reading, reflection, review, and sometimes . . relaxation. The libraryand student lounge are open to these students. R period does not grant credit, nor do studentsreceive a grade that counts in any GPA. An R period is a privilege. As such, students must havecompleted graduation requirements for PE/Health and art before they can have an R period intheir schedule. A student on the D/F list at mid-semester may be moved from R Period to astudy hall until the end of the semester. As necessary, the Dean of Students may also requestStudy Hall for any student with an R period.Course Load: All students in grades 9-12 must select a minimum of six (6) graded subjectseach semester each year. Each semester, a minimum of four (4) subjects must be from the coredisciplines of English, mathematics, social studies, science, and world language. Students whodesire five (5) AP or a combination of six (6) AP and HP courses must have the permission of allthe relevant department chairs and of the Academic Dean and must realize that the normalDrop/Add policy still applies. No student will be permitted to take six (6) AP courses or seven (7)core classes of any grade level. No student will be allowed to have more than one study supportclass, or a study support class and a study hall or an R period during the same semester.The Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 5GHSA and GISA Academic Standards: Woodward Academy has adopted the Georgia HighSchool Association (GHSA) regulations concerning the units to be earned each year in grades9-11. The GHSA regulates the extra-curricular activities of students in Georgia’s public andprivate high schools. Athletes involved in those sports that are Georgia Independent SchoolAssociation (GISA) sports (clay shooting for instance), rather than GHSA, must also meetGHSA standards. Eligibility for activities regulated by GHSA includes the earning (with a passinggrade) of 2.5 Carnegie Units the semester prior to the athlete’s season as well as earning aprescribed number of counting-toward-graduation credits by the end of each school year to beable to participate the following school year. A Carnegie Unit of credit is equivalent to twosemesters of high school work. Students earn units and half-units by completing any course inthe Upper School that earns a semester grade. For more information, see https://www.ghsa.net/.The units that must be earned to be eligible for GHSA-sanctioned activities are listedbelow:By the end of 9thGrade - Five (5) Carnegie Units of credit (10 semesters)By the end of 10thGrade - Eleven (11) Carnegie Units of credit (22 semesters)By the end of 11thGrade - Seventeen (17) Carnegie Units of credit (34 semesters)The minimum units required in grades 9-12 for graduation from Woodward Academy are 22, butthe distribution of those credits in the first three years of high school will comply with GHSAguidelines. Exceptions will be made only when the parent and student sign a Letter ofNon-Compliance and submit it to the Principal or Academic Dean.Program Classifications: All of Woodward’s coursework is designed to allow students to entera wide-range of colleges with the skills needed by scholars and workers in the 21stcentury. Ourmission is one of college preparation for every student.Placement into Levels CP, EP, HP, and AP: Faculty evaluate current Woodward students ingrades 8-11 each spring (and at other times if needed) to make placement decisions for the nextfall. In the Upper School, there are no Transition Classes (as there are in grade 8). Faculty canrecommend students for a variety of levels in any one year; for instance, a student might be in aCP math class, an EP English class, and an HP world language class. The decision about thenext year’s level starts with the current teacher's recommendation and involves the following:● the department chair’s input;● grades in the current course;● the student’s standardized test scores.Normally, students advance through the levels in order. It is highly irregular for a student to skip alevel (for example EP to AP without taking an HP course in that discipline). Each of the levelsoffered at Woodward Academy prepares students for a wide-range of colleges and universities. Iffamilies disagree with the placement decision after speaking with the teacher andDepartment Chair involved, they may address their concerns with the Academic Dean.College Preparatory (CP) Courses: College Prep courses are the standard college preparatorywork offered to Woodward Academy students. Teachers provide structure and guidance,emphasize mastery of skills, and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a variety oflearners. Students who successfully complete CP level course work at Woodward Academy willbe prepared to continue the study of each discipline at the college and university level. They willThe Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 6have excellent critical reading, writing, thinking, and computation skills.Enriched Preparatory (EP) Courses: The Enriched Preparatory courses encompass all of theelements of the CP course, adding concepts and materials above the mastery level and movingtoward more independent and critical thinking. Students who successfully complete EP levelcourse work at Woodward Academy will be prepared to continue the study of each discipline atthe college and university level. They will have superior critical reading, writing, thinking, andcomputation skills. Nevertheless, students desiring graduation with honors should be takingsome honors-level core courses by the end of tenth grade.Honors Preparatory (HP) Courses: Honors courses differ from EP courses primarily inemphasis and depth. They are intended for advanced, ambitious students who are willing andable to complete more assignments independently, in greater depth, and with more analysis andcritical thinking. Students who are successful in the honors level at Woodward Academy oftenculminate the progression of their study in each discipline by taking AP coursework.Advanced Placement (AP) Courses: Advanced Placement courses are available to highlyqualified students beginning in grade 10. The curricular requirements of all Advanced Placementcourses are prescribed by the College Board; therefore, AP faculty must teach a requiredcurriculum in preparation for the national standardized exam in the spring. Consequently, APcourses are rigorous, fast-paced, and intensive. Compared to other levels, AP courses requiremore outside preparation, require more independent work, and cover material with greater depth.They are designed to engage students in intense discussions, complex problem solving, andcritical thinking. Colleges may grant college credit to students receiving scores of 3, 4, or 5 onthe five-point College-Board exam.Enrollment in AP classes requires the approval of the current teacher and departmental chair.After the fall drop/add period, students enrolled in an AP class are expected to completethe entire year-long course and are required to take the AP exam at the end of the secondsemester. Only the Department Chair or the Principal may make an exception to theserules. Those students who do not take the AP exam without a pre-approved exception will havea failing final exam grade added to their course grade. The spring course final exam is optional inAP courses for any student with a C or higher since the AP exam itself is a comprehensive test.Those students opting to take the semester exam in order to try to improve their grade must telltheir AP teacher by the date set each spring by the Academic Dean’s office. Students in APcourses with a D or F must sit for the AP course spring final exam either during senior examweek or the normal exam week for underclassmen.A student desiring five (5) AP courses or any combination of six (6) AP and HP courses mustreceive permission from all department chairs and the Academic Dean during the normal springscheduling time. Drop/Add dates apply even when a student opts for an overload schedule. Nostudent will be allowed to enroll in six (6) or seven (7) AP courses, or seven (7) corecourses at any level in an academic year.Students enrolled at Woodward Academy who wish to take an AP exam for a course in whichthey are not enrolled may do so with the approval of the Academic Dean or Principal. Studentsmust apply in writing for this approval no later than 1 September of the school year in which theywant to sit for the exam. The request must indicate that the student has taken or is taking anapproved AP-level preparation course in the subject, and must be accompanied by a copy of theThe Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 7course curriculum. The Academic Dean or Principal will grant approval if the course meets theseconditions:● The institution at which the student is taking the instruction holds a SACS/SAIS orequivalent accreditation.● The curriculum of the course meets Woodward Standards as approved by theDepartment Chair.● The student misses no Woodward school days to complete the course.If a student is approved to take an AP exam for a course in which they are not enrolled atWoodward, the Academic Dean will create an exam-only section of the course for the student touse to register with the College Board, and will provide a join code for that section. Exam-onlysections do not have teachers. Students enrolled in exam-only sections will not have access toAP Classroom resources assigned by Woodward Academy teachers. AP Classroom assignmentsgo only to the students enrolled in teachers’ class sections. Exam-only students will need to getaccess to class resources from the teachers at their approved accredited program. All studentstaking AP exams at Woodward, including those enrolled in exam-only sections, will pay theCollege Board AP exam fee. This fee will appear on the Woodward student account. Regardlessof the grade the student earns on an AP exam taken in an exam-only section, the course will notappear on any Woodward Academy transcript unless it meets the requirements for forward credit.If the course meets forward credit requirements, the grade earned in the accredited program willnot become a part of any WA GPA computation, or honor roll or graduation with honorsconsideration.Newly Enrolled Student Scheduling: From late April to late May, newly enrolled Woodwardstudents who attended school in the United States during the previous academic year will meetwith a School Counselor or the Academic Dean for scheduling. Students will bring the past year’scompleted report card. This meeting will take about an hour and normally will be in person(telephone or remote video interviews are possible when warranted by geographic distance).Upon a review of a student’s previous year’s report card and other documents from admissions,and a discussion with the student and parent, the Woodward official will list the courses decidedupon. All new students who wish to take a world language will be required to take aplacement test before placement in a class. All new students will also be required to takea math placement test.All newly enrolled 10th - 12th grade students should ensure that transcripts from the issuing highschool are submitted no later than 1 August of their enrollment year. Official transcripts should besent from the issuing school (showing the official seal and/or administrative signature) toWoodward’s Upper School Registrar, at 1662 Rugby Avenue, College Park, Georgia, 30337.When the Upper School Registrar receives the official transcripts for work completed in grades9-11, any transfer credits will be added to the newly enrolled student's Woodward Academytranscript.Any newly enrolled Woodward students who attended an educational institution outside of theUnited States may have extended dates to submit international transcripts. These students willprovide the latest grade reports and testing digitally to the Academic Dean’s office and will havean in-person or remote interview to create a schedule for the school year. At that time theimportance of official transcripts will be discussed, and a specific date for the transcripts to arriveat Woodward will be set based on the school-ending date in the student’s country. Thesestudents’ anticipated schedules will be referred to our Director of Global Connections for review.The Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 8Drop/Add Policy: A great deal of care is taken by the Upper School to ensure that students areadequately advised by their counselors and classroom teachers regarding course selections foreach school year. Therefore, course selections made by students and approved by parents andthe Office of the Academic Dean are considered binding. A student must be aware thatdropped courses can impact honors at graduation and HOPE rigor course status.Students may initiate a request to drop or add a course no later than the end of the first fullacademic rotation (Days 1-7) of Fall Semester (for Fall or Spring Semester electives andyear-long courses) or the end of the first full academic rotation (Days 1-7) of the SpringSemester (for Spring Semester electives). Students may not add a totally new course laterthan the second week of the semester. Students wishing to drop a course after the first fullacademic rotation of the semester must meet with the teacher and Department Chair. If theydetermine the request is appropriate, they will meet with the school counselor (and collegecounselor if the student is a senior) to determine the impact on the rest of the student’s schedule.The Academic Dean is the approval authority to drop a course after the end of the drop/addperiod.Students may request an academic level (Honors College Prep, Enriched College Prep, CollegePrep) change through the end of the mid-semester grading period (week eight). These changesrequire the approval of the Department Chair. After the beginning of week nine, onlyextraordinary circumstances will justify a level change. These changes at this time areconsidered an exception to policy and will require the approval of the Department Chair and theAcademic Dean. In most cases, after mid-semester students will be required to remain in theclass until the end of the semester, and to consider a level change at the beginning of the nextsemester. Faculty may initiate academic level change discussions at any point in the semester.College Admissions: Students can best enhance their chances of gaining admission to collegeby having good grades in challenging coursework. A student’s curriculum choices in grades9-12 have an impact on honors at graduation, admission to college, and success in collegecourses. In cooperation with teachers, counselors, and parents, students should select the mostchallenging courses for which they are qualified. The quality and difficulty of previous academicwork are important parts of the selection process for the more challenging courses in theWoodward curriculum. Placement into Honors College Prep or Advanced Placement courses isbased on demonstrated abilities and aptitudes as well as interest and effort. Further informationon state-supported colleges and universities in Georgia can be obtained from the web sitehttp://www.usg.edu/academic_affairs_handbook/section3/C660.Woodward believes its core curriculum classes, its weighting of the GPA, and its Core GPA arefair assessments of our student’s work; however, colleges have their own methods of assessingstudent transcripts and of computing their own high school GPA.Beginning in the fall of the junior year, students work with a college counselor as well as theschool counselor to navigate the college admissions process. Juniors and their parents willreceive timely information about this part of the after-high-school preparation.Woodward Academy Upper School supports our seniors in their college search process byencouraging seniors to visit the campus of schools they are serious about attending. Manycolleges and universities host special days for prospective students throughout the year, and weThe Scheduling Process

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 9hope that Woodward seniors will take advantage of those opportunities. Of course, when schooltime is missed at Woodward, the faculty and administration will work with students to minimizethe disruption to their academic learning.NCAA Eligibility Center: The NCAA Eligibility Center is an organization that works with theNCAA to determine a student athlete’s eligibility for athletic participation in college. The EligibilityCenter evaluates a student’s academic record to determine if the student is eligible to participateat a Division I or II college as a freshman student-athlete. Students who are interested inparticipating in college sports should log onto https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ for detailedinformation concerning eligibility requirements. Each student athlete is responsible for reviewingthese requirements to ensure eligibility through the NCAA. To help with this process, a checklistis included on Appendix i, beginning on page 98. In addition, the student should communicatethis goal to participate in a sport at the college level to the school counselor and/or the NCAALiaison in the Academic Dean’s office.Georgia HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarship Information: The HOPE and Zell Miller ScholarshipPrograms are merit-based scholarship programs with specific academic and grade point averageeligibility requirements. The HOPE scholarship provides financial assistance to Georgia residentswho graduate from an eligible high school and who have achieved a minimum of a 3.0 cumulativegrade point average on a 4.0 scale. The Zell Miller Scholarship requires that students graduatefrom eligible high schools as valedictorian or salutatorian, or graduate with a minimum 3.7 GPAand meet minimum score requirements on the SAT or the ACT.The Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) recalculates each student’s grade pointaverage by using only specific core courses and a unique weighting scale (see chart on the nextpage). Grades awarded in specific English, mathematics, science, social science, worldlanguage classes, and AP computer courses satisfying the core curriculum graduationrequirement for a college preparatory diploma will be equated to a grade on a 4.0 scale, such thata grade of A equals 4.0, B equals 3.0, C equals 2.0, D equals 1.0, and F equals 0 regardless ofour curriculum tracking. Grades for Honors College Prep courses or other special courses willnot be weighted. Some grades in Advanced Placement coursework will be weighted by theCommission when calculating the grade point average for HOPE Scholarship eligibility.When calculating eligibility for the HOPE and Zell Miller scholarships, a grade in an HonorsCollege Prep class will receive the same weighting as a grade in a College Preparatory class. Allguidelines for eligibility for these scholarships are determined by the Georgia State Legislatureand Georgia Department of Education and put into effect by the Georgia Student FinanceCommission. For specifics on the current information concerning the HOPE Scholarship, pleasego to www.gafutures.com.To receive the GA HOPE and the GA ZELL Scholarships, students must also fulfill a rigorrequirement. Rigor credits are received from advanced math, advanced science, foreignlanguage, and Advanced Placement core courses. The list of rigor courses is available on theGAfutures site at: https://www.gafutures.org/media/hvnjflju/rigor-list-january-2023-print-ready.pdf.Woodward graduates will be guided by their school counselor to meet this requirement. Coursesoffered at Woodward that meet the rigor requirement are noted on pages 32 and following.Students with the required HOPE GPA must also have taken four (4) courses fulfilling theHOPE rigor requirement. Students must be aware that dropping rigor courses can resultin their loss of HOPE eligibility.The HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 10Weighting for the HOPE ScholarshipSemesterGradeCollege Prep/Enriched College Prep Class/Honors PrepClassAPClassA4.04.0*B3.03.5C2.02.5D1.01.5F0.00.0* No extra weighting for an A in AP; 4.0 is the highest average possible in a HOPE GPA.This site (https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/hope-zell-miller-scholarships/) hasall the information related to the HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarship Programs. The AcademicDean’s office sends student transcripts to the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) inFebruary of each year for juniors and seniors, and June of each year for all grades. The GSFC isresponsible for granting HOPE. The Dean’s office must input each student’s social securitynumber in the GSFC portal in order for the GSFC to consider any student’s transcript. Ifyour student is not considering a Georgia college, providing the social security number toWoodward’s Academic Dean’s office is still wise due to unexpected school plans and lifechanges. At times, club coaches ask for students to provide them with their HOPE GPA. Withouta social security number attached to the student’s transcript file, the student will not be able toretrieve a GPA-in-progress for any student from the Georgia Student Finance Commission.The GSFC asks that no high school representative calculate a “potential” HOPE GPA. Only theGSFC can provide the in-progress and final HOPE GPAs. Students are encouraged to createGeorgia Futures accounts so they can also see their progress toward HOPE and Zell Millereligibility (https://www.gafutures.org/create-account).The HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 11EVALUATING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTPhilosophyOne of the most difficult responsibilities of the classroom teacher is to assess each student'sprogress and to assign a grade to represent his achievement. The policies on grading criteria areestablished with the entire program in mind. While there are specific limitations, they are notintended to inhibit or infringe on teachers’ freedom to utilize their professional judgment.In order to maintain consistency with teachers in all departments and to communicate moreeffectively with parents and students, teachers may use, when appropriate, plus or minus gradesfor mid-semester grades and for the exam each semester; however, the final semester grade willbe reported using exact grades (no plus or minus grades).In calculating semester grades, weighting follows this pattern: each semester, coursework duringthe sixteen-week grading period counts as seventy-five percent (75%) of the grade. The semesterfinal exam counts as twenty-five percent (25%) of the semester grade. However, if the final examgrade is higher than the rolling semester average, the final exam will be weighted at thirty-threepercent (33%) of the final semester grade.Progress Reports and Report Cards: Teachers will report grades using the live grade book,mid-semester progress reports and end of semester report cards. A mid-semester progressreport will be posted to the Veracross parent portal following eight weeks of coursework. A finalreport card will be posted at the end of the semester. Report cards show final exam andsemester grades. Only semester grades appear on the student transcript (see a partialtranscript on page 20) and are part of any GPA computation.Grading Criteria for Achievement Marks:Grade A: The grade A reflects superior academic achievement. This work demonstratesoutstanding competence in both communication skills and cognitive understanding, includingdetail and data recall, listening, memorizing, etc. On objective evaluations (multiple choice,matching, etc.), this grade would reflect an extremely competent level of achievement. Toearn this grade, a student must also show accomplished proficiency in these higher-levelcognitive skills:▪ the ability to understand significance of specific information, to draw largerconclusions, and to recognize interrelationships, continuities, or contradictions.▪ the ability to reflect critically about perspective or to recognize ambiguity.▪ the ability to think creatively about the possibilities of alternate applications.A student must also be able to communicate skillfully or explain insights with elaborate,thorough analysis, using effective and appropriate language.Grade B: The grade B reflects excellent academic achievement. This grade is appropriatefor a student whose work, though very good, cannot be considered exceptional becausehigher level cognitive skills are less well developed or demonstrated or the communicationEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 12process is less thorough or skillful. On objective evaluations this grade would reflect a highlevel of proficiency.Grade C: The grade C reflects good, completely satisfactory academic achievement, fullyexceeding the minimum required level for the course. This grade reflects reduced, but morethan minimal, cognitive proficiency, analytical skills, and communication skills.Grade D: The grade D reflects unsatisfactory academic achievement meeting only thecourse’s minimum acceptable standards of cognitive proficiency and communication skills.Grade F: The grade F reflects the student’s demonstration of academic incompetence andfailure to meet minimum cognitive proficiency standards of the course.Areas of Evaluation:Homework: Homework should be meaningful to students. Homework should be sufficientand not excessive. Homework should not exceed an average of 30 minutes per night persubject for Upper School students. A student who fails to turn in homework will receive nocredit for the assignment. Teachers may give partial credit for late homework.Periodic Assessments: Tests and quizzes may be formative or summative. Formativeassessments evaluate how students are learning material during a course or unit; whilesummative assessments evaluate student learning against a standard or benchmark at theend of an instructional unit or course. Summative assessments generally have a higher pointvalue than formative assessments. An appropriate amount of testing will be carried outduring each grading period.Projects: There will be other opportunities for student evaluation. Long range projects,short-range projects, oral reports, papers, and classroom response are but a few of these.Students should be aware of the importance of these assignments.Semester Exams: The final exam given at the end of the semester is a two-hourdepartmental exam in the Upper School. The final exam will be comprehensive and will be afair examination of the content of the course. All students in a given course will take thesame semester examination, and teachers will use the same scale to determine grades onthe test. This grade counts twenty-five percent (25%) of the semester grade. However,if the final exam grade is higher than the rolling semester average, the final exam willbe weighted at thirty -three percent (33%) of the final semester grade.Attendance and Make-Up Work: Regular attendance in each class is necessary and requiredfor academic success and for academic credit. Students who are present at school are expectedto submit all assignments that are due, and take all assessments previously scheduled on thatday. A scheduled late arrival or early departure is not an excuse to miss an assessment or delayturning in assignments unless the student has made prior arrangements with the teachers whoseclasses are impacted. Students who are absent up to three school days for a legitimate reasonare allowed one day for each day absent to make up missed assignments. Students who areabsent on the day of a scheduled test only (not multiple consecutive days) are expected totake the test on their first day back to school. Students who are absent on the day before ascheduled test only (not multiple consecutive days) are expected to take the test on theEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 13scheduled day unless new material was covered on the day that the student was absent.Students risk grade reduction if an assessment is not made up in a timely manner.It is the student's responsibility to secure any assignments missed while absent. If work is notmade up within the time span allowed, the teacher will assign a failing grade. Assignments areposted on the classes’ Learning Management System pages. Students who are absent morethan three consecutive school days should see their school counselor upon their return forassistance with a make-up work schedule. The School Handbook discusses academicramifications of excessive absences, which may include loss of academic credit, graderetention, and/or required summer tutoring.Academic Hold and Study Hall: Because the grade of C is the minimum grade for collegerecommendation, students earning a semester GPA of less than 2.30 based on the cumulativecore GPA are subject to being placed on academic hold. Students on academic hold will besubject to mandatory tutorial requirements, weekly academic progress meetings, and placementinto a supervised study hall during any R period. Students should be aware that R periods anduse of the lounge are earned privileges.Academic Conferences: If parents have concerns about student progress in a class, theyshould contact the classroom teacher by telephone or email to discuss the issue. If thiscommunication is not able to resolve the concern, parents should next contact the DepartmentHead. If there is still a concern after discussions with the Department Head, parents shouldcontact the school counselor to set up an academic conference. Academic conferences provide the opportunity to take a holistic approach to student success.The school counselor will schedule and facilitate the conferences which will include the student’steachers, parents, learning support specialist and/or accommodations coordinator (whereappropriate), and the student. It is imperative that all parties participate so that all can have acomprehensive perspective on the situation, as well as buy-in from all concerned about thestrategies for improvement and success. Conferences generally take place either before or afterschool (8:00 a.m. or 3:45 p.m.) and are scheduled for 30 minutes.Saturday School: From 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays (except those before a Mondayholiday), the Dean of Students office provides a monitor for Saturday School. Students onacademic, students who are behind in completing required work or not attending requiredtutorials, and students needing to take make-up assessments may elect to attend or be requiredto attend. The teacher, school counselor, and Academic Dean decide who would benefit fromthis service as they review who is not making satisfactory progress and who needs to usetutorials to work with teachers rather than taking make-up tests. The school counselor orAcademic Dean will contact the student and parent; required work will be left with the monitor.Students should arrive at the Principal's office by 8:00 a.m.; they can be in casual, appropriateclothing and should bring all materials needed. Tutorial: The Upper School daily schedule is a seven-day cycle offering a total of 14 half-hourtutorial times each cycle. On most days there are two 30-minute tutorial periods, one mandatorytutorial in the morning and one optional tutorial in the afternoon. Additionally, students mayarrange tutorial before school by contacting their teachers. During tutorial periods, students maybe in a teacher’s classroom, the library for quiet study, or the Tyler Brown Student Center forEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 14group study. While common areas, such as the Gallups Atrium and other gathering spaces, areopen for student use, students will be encouraged to use this time for academic work.Students can make the best use of tutorial opportunities if they come prepared to ask specificquestions about material that is unclear to them. Tutorial should not be viewed as a time forinstructors to re-teach the daily lesson. When a student is experiencing academic difficulty,regular tutorial attendance throughout the semester should be expected and encouraged by bothteachers and parents. The Academy reserves the right to make tutorial mandatory. Thoseon academic hold and those who have a D or F or Incomplete at progress reporting timeswill be placed on mandatory tutorial. Their attendance will be monitored by the schoolcounselor, an advisor, a study support teacher, the Academic Dean, the Assistant Principal, or thePrincipal. Students who fail to comply with mandatory tutorial requirements will beassigned Saturday School.School-Year Tutoring: The Academy desires to keep private tutoring to a minimum. Woodward'sfour-tiered program (college preparatory, enriched college prep, honors college prep, and AP)should provide students with an appropriate level of challenge, making long-term tutoring at anylevel unnecessary for student success. Quite often, when students ask for tutors, they may beexperiencing difficulty because of incorrect placement. Consulting the teacher and departmentchair may result in a level move which precludes the need for a tutor. Teachers or schoolcounselors may recommend tutoring if they note one of these situations:● Diligent attendance at tutorial has not resulted in desired remediation.● A student has a significant background weakness in a particular area (grammar,factoring, graphing, writing in a timed setting, for example).● A student has missed a great deal of school, and normal tutorial attendance isinsufficient.Woodward’s policy is that no teachers offer private instruction to their own students exceptgratuitously during set tutorial times.The Learning Support Department Chair keeps a list of faculty, retired faculty, and other approvedtutors who are familiar with the Woodward curriculum. If faculty members want to tutor during theschool year, they should consult with their Department Chairs. With the permission of theDepartment Chair, faculty members can tutor students not in their own classes. No facultymember is allowed to tutor between 8:00 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., not even during a teacher’s lunch orplanning period. Unless they are faculty members or former faculty members, parents of currentlyenrolled students are not allowed to tutor other students on campus for remuneration. Thebusiness office does not allow outside-of-Woodward tutors on campus unless they havefulfilled key steps in the business office. Only limited space exists on campus for outsidetutors. The Learning Support Department Chair will talk to parents and potential tutors about thesteps that must be fulfilled by a non-Woodward tutor to be added to the list of recommendedtutors.All aspects of tutoring should foster student responsibility and growth, while promoting academicexcellence.Testing Philosophy: Students may petition to delay a test on a regular school day when theyhave four or more tests, major projects, or papers due in core academic subjects on that day.Evaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 15Projects and papers count toward the total but may not be postponed. Quizzes do not counttoward the test total. The test(s) that have been delayed must be taken on the next school daywhether or not the testing class meets on the next school day.The process for postponing a test is student-initiated and requires the student to send an email tothe teacher from whom he or she is requesting a delay for the test. The email must be sent atleast 24 hours in advance of the scheduled test and timestamped by 8:00 am the day prior to theconflict. The email must include the additional tests, projects, or papers scheduled for that dayand those teachers, as well as the Academic Dean, must be copied on the email. This additionalinformation will allow the teacher to verify the conflict. Once the postponed test has been verifiedand approved, the student must schedule time to make up the postponed test with the teacherinvolved or through the US Learning Center. Saturday school is also an option for students tomake up tests if the conflict falls on a Friday. When offered, Saturday school is from 8:00 AMuntil 12:30 PM. Students may confirm the Saturday School schedule with the Dean of Studentsoffice.Transfer Credit and Distance Learning: Prior to enrollment in Woodward, semester andquarter grades and credits from regionally accredited traditional high schools, home schools,home-school co-ops, and online high schools will be accepted for graduation requirements atWoodward and will be added to the official transcript as EP-level work, unless taken in anAdvanced Placement course (where AP credit will be listed), or Honors course (where HP creditwill be listed). Such work, while listed as TR- (transfer) on the official transcript and potentiallyearning graduation requirements, will not be included in the Woodward-only Cumulative Core orComprehensive Core GPA. In addition, neither work completed in middle school (with theexception of Physical Science completed at Woodward’s Middle School) nor completed at thecollege level will be recorded on the Woodward Upper School transcript.Students who are interested in playing college athletics and registered at the NCAA EligibilityCenter must understand that NCAA does not recognize all online courses. It is advisable toconsult with the student’s grade counselor and check the NCAA Eligibility Centerhttps://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ when considering an online program for transfer credit. SeeAppendix i (page 99) for a worksheet detailing information from NCAA.Forward Credit: The Woodward curriculum is based on an upward spiral of skill building in eachcore discipline, where content knowledge and skill development enable students to find successat the next year's level of work. Therefore, once a student is enrolled in the Woodward UpperSchool, any work for forward credit completed in another school--a traditional high schoolsummer program or online high school summer program--will only be accepted for graduationrequirements when approved in advance and in writing by the Principal or Academic Dean,after meeting these conditions:● the secondary school (not college) holds a SACS/SAIS or regional equivalentaccreditation;● the curriculum of the course meets Woodward standards as approved by departmentchair;● the course is not offered at Woodward during the regular year or the summer program;● the student completes the course work with a grade of D or higher;● the student misses no Woodward school days to complete the work.Evaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 16A student may take only a single year of forward-credit course work (either at Woodward or atanother school) during each year he is enrolled in the Upper School in grades 9-11 (for no morethan three credits total). In addition, within a single discipline, a student may complete nomore than two credits away from Woodward. Students may not complete world languagecredits in the summer at other schools for forward credit.Students taking online core courses for forward credit must make arrangements to havetheir online final exams proctored at Woodward Academy.Forward credit approved and taken away from Woodward will be included on the Woodwardtranscript, noted by the prefix of TR-, but it will not become a part of any Woodward GPAcomputation or honor roll or graduation with honors consideration. The non-Woodward schoolgranting the credit must provide an official transcript for Woodward's record and, as needed, forcollege admission, HOPE consideration, and NCAA eligibility. If students take course workwithout prior approval, with the goal of accelerating in Woodward’s upwardly spiraling curriculum,such acceleration will not occur unless the Principal or the Academic Dean gives permission afterreviewing the coursework and, at times, requiring the student to achieve stated levels on examsbased on Woodward coursework that the TR- course replaced.Forward Credit is offered at Woodward during summer semester for a limited number of courses,listed at the end of the yearly offerings in each discipline on pages 31-98 in this guide. Theseofferings may be canceled due to low enrollment and may expand and vary in future years. IfWoodward offers a course, no student may earn forward credit for that course at any otherschool. Note: the course descriptors S and Y stand for Semester and Year-long. Many summercourses end at 1pm each day, while others have extended hours.Approved Study Away: Woodward Academy provides many valuable opportunities to traveland study abroad and outside Atlanta during the summer and school holidays. Theseprograms and courses are open to most of the students at the Academy. Studying abroad andaway from our College Park campus during the school year is limited to the junior year and toapproved programs. The Upper School supports a maximum of six combined semestersaway for juniors who choose and are selected by these programs, and are approved byWoodward to participate in semester-long or year-long educational experiences outside of theCollege Park campus. The Upper School Principal and Academic Dean must approve theprograms prior to the students beginning them. Students will be allowed to return to theirappropriate grade level, and an enrollment spot will remain available to them, as long as theyhave completed such a program in good standing both academically and behaviorally. VintageEagles will retain their status if they are approved and accepted into these approved programs.For the 2023-2024 school year, the approved programs are High School in Israel (semester), theOxbow School art program (semester), and School Year Abroad (year-long). Since they arecompleted in officially sanctioned programs, courses from these three experiences will be notedon Woodward’s transcripts as TR- courses, will be awarded credit given by the program (includingHP and AP) on GPA calculations, and will count toward graduation credits and graduation withhonors distinctions. No more than six core HP or AP courses per semester will be included in thecount toward graduation with honors should any of these programs award over six core coursesper semester. Interested students should see the Director of Global Connections about SYA andHigh School in Israel; those interested in the Oxbow program should apply through the VisualArts Department Chair. These officials will provide to the Academic Dean the names of interestedstudents who meet the initial qualifications. The Academic Dean will schedule meetings with theEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 17interested students and parents to discuss program requirements and impact prior to the familyapplying to the study away program. Students who submit applications and acceptadmission without prior approval from the Upper School Principal or Academic Dean runthe risk of being withdrawn from Woodward while attending the program and beingrequired to re-apply to Woodward Academy.Summer School for F Grades: A semester’s credit in an accredited summer school isMANDATORY for students who receive an F for any semester grade in either math orEnglish. Students may attend a SACS-accredited program at another high school if the neededcourse is not offered at Woodward. An official transcript detailing grades and credits must besubmitted to the Registrar of the Upper School in the Upper School Counseling office uponsatisfactory completion of the course (with a grade of D or higher) and before thebeginning of the next school year. Failing work for semester grades in coursework other thanmath or English can also be made up (as required) in an accredited summer school or accreditedon-line school or (under certain rare conditions) by repeating a course at Woodward (for instance,a failure in semester 1 of Spanish 1 which resulted in a student's dropping Spanish in grade 9could be remedied by the student's starting Spanish 1 again the next fall). Grades earned overthe summer for courses failed at Woodward in the school year not completed at Woodwardappear on the Upper School official transcript as transfer summer school (TR- SS) work. Suchsummer remedial work not taken at Woodward will not be included in Woodward GPAcomputations, nor will the grades replace failing grades earned during the regular school year.Required Summer Tutoring: Students in grades 9-11 who receive a D in both fall andspring semester in math or receive a D in both fall and spring semester in English arerequired to complete 20 hours of tutoring during the summer with an approved tutor, orthey may attend an approved summer school program of 20 hours or more. Summer tutorsmust be approved by Upper School summer remediation coordinators. The Academic Dean orthe math and English summer remediation coordinators will contact parents after semester one ifsuch required tutoring is a possibility for a 9th-11th grader. As soon as possible after spring examweek, the coordinators will send a second communication should such tutoring be mandated.Parents will submit proof in writing of the completion of summer work before the beginning of thenext school year to the Academic Dean’s office. If a student with two D’s opts to retake a math orEnglish course, the coursework must be taken at Woodward summer school or in a programapproved by the department’s summer remediation coordinator. Such grades earned atWoodward or away do not replace the D grades earned at Woodward, nor is work taken awayfrom Woodward added to Woodward’s GPA computation. NOTE: Students entering grade 9from Woodward’s Middle School must complete all remediation mandated by the UpperSchool Summer Remediation directors.Students who opt to take a course during summer school (at Woodward or elsewhere)which they have passed (with a D or higher) at Woodward during the school year will nothave that course entered on their transcript.Summer Semester at Woodward Academy: Woodward Academy's Summer Semester is anopportunity for students to develop areas of special interest, reach proficiency, remediateweaknesses, and (under the conditions and in the specific cases noted above under ForwardCredit) complete graduation requirements (core courses and elective credit). Small class sizes,innovative teaching methods, relaxed atmosphere--all help to create an excellent learningEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 18environment. Students may choose to take one course or two but only courses which total nomore than a full year of forward credit. The list of courses offered with their specific datesappear on pages 32-95 as well as on the Woodward Academy website under SummerSemester. (All courses without a minimum number of registrants are subject to cancellation).The Summer Semester is an intense program, requiring students to be in class and on task;therefore, it is important that the student be fully committed when registering for the course. Inaddition to the class work during the academic day, students can expect homework designed tosupport and reinforce the class work. All students attending the Summer Semester are expectedto adhere to the academic and personal standards of conduct and behavior as outlined in theUpper School Handbook.Attendance for students attending the Summer Semester: The Upper School academic yearattendance policy is not feasible in the summer where a day of Woodward’s compacted programis roughly equivalent to more than a week in the normal school year. Therefore, all absencesduring the Summer Academic Program must be health-related or emergency family situations(funerals, etc.) The academic school day begins at 9 a.m. and ends for most classes at 3:30 p.m.Students must arrive on time and thus take into consideration possible traffic problems as theyare to be in their classroom no later than 8:55 a.m. for the start of the 9 a.m. class. It is thestudent’s responsibility to schedule a time with the teacher to make up missed work.Collaboratively, the teacher and student will devise a time-line for make-up work, a timeline whichthe student must follow. If a student misses more than eight hours of a semester course or eighthours of either semester within a year-long course, the Academic Dean has the right to removethe student from the course and deny credit. If a student needed remediation due to two Ds, butexceeds the limit on absences, they may, with the Academic Dean’s permission, be allowed toremain in the course for summer remediation credit, but will receive no credit on the UpperSchool transcript. The school is not obligated to refund money should a student’s absenteeismexceed the above limits.Conduct for students attending the Summer Semester: All Woodward Academy rulesregarding student behavior apply to the summer sessions. Students are expected to behave in amature and responsible manner at all times, respecting each other's desire to learn and developto their fullest potential. The Academic Dean may require students to leave the program if theirconduct is disruptive. Students who are dismissed under such circumstances are not eligible fortuition refunds.Students are expected to uphold the traditions of an academic community in which all membersaccept responsibility to do their own work and to give credit to sources that they use. They areexpected to respect the Woodward Academy Honor Code which does not tolerate lying, cheating,or plagiarism.Students are not permitted to leave the campus for any reason while attending the program. Ifstudents leave campus without permission, they will be subject to dismissal from the SummerSemester.Dress at the Summer Semester is informal but should be neat, clean, and appropriate.Evaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 19Grade Reports for the Summer Semester: Mid-session and final grade reports will be issuedto all students enrolled in for-credit courses. Final grades will be provided no later than the firstweek of school in the fall. Grades assigned will become part of the student’s academic record.ACADEMIC HONORSCourse WeightingSemesterGradeA.P.Honors CollegePrepEnriched CollegePrepCollegePrepA5.04.84.44.3B4.03.83.43.3C3.02.82.42.3D1.01.01.01.0F0.00.00.00.0Grade Point Averages - GPAs: All students should keep in mind that all semester gradesearned in grades 9-12 become a part of the permanent high school record used by collegeadmissions officers, employers, and others. Students should work to assure that this recordreflects their best efforts. Grade point averages are computed using semester grades. Twoseparate GPAs are computed for grades 9-12: a Comprehensive GPA and a Core GPA. Gradepoint averages are computed to two decimal places.The Comprehensive GPA is based on semester grades earned in all credited subjects gradedA-F and is cumulative for grades 9-12. With few exceptions, only coursework completed atWoodward will be included in this GPA.The Core GPA is based on semester grades beginning with the fall term of the ninth grade and iscumulative for grades 9-12. Grades in courses from the disciplines of mathematics, science,English, social studies, and world language (and advanced placement course work in any otherdiscipline) are included in the computation. Whether the course is taken as a graduationrequirement or an elective in the above disciplines, the course counts in the Core GPA.The Upper School uses the Core GPA for determining academic hold, honors and distinctions atgraduation, study hall requirements, and National Honor Society eligibility. With few exceptions,only coursework completed at Woodward will be included in this GPA.Both the Comprehensive GPA and the Core GPA are printed on the student’s official transcriptand are provided to colleges, universities, and other institutions. These transcript GPAs arerounded to two digits past the decimal. Colleges, however, have their own methods of assessingstudent transcripts and of computing their own high school GPA, as do the HOPE Scholarshipand the NCAA student-athlete GPA.Evaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 20Because Woodward Academy has a selective admissions policy, the high overall achievement ofthe student body, and the competitive performance of our students, the Academy does notrelease class rank information to persons, agencies, or colleges outside the Woodwardcommunity. The Upper School Academic Profile providing the range of quintiles is available onthe Academy website. Only Valedictorian and Salutatorian are singled out with specific ranks, andthat notation is only for graduation.On the above portion of a transcript, note that credits in each discipline tally at the bottom. Thetwo GPAs are listed above the credit line. This transcript from the first five (5) semesters of workshows a junior with three (3) more semesters to fulfill graduation requirements. At the end of eachschool year, parents of underclassmen (those not on financial or service-hour hold) will receiveunofficial transcripts so that all can be aware of the cumulative GPAs and the student’s progresstoward graduation requirements and honors. Any errors in courses taken, levels taken, orgrades awarded must be brought to the Academic Dean’s attention no later than August ofthe next school year.Eagle Roll and Eagle Awards: Students achieving the designated grade point average (withno grade less than D) are placed on the Eagle Roll at the end of the spring semester. EagleHonor Roll Awards are given to students who earn a truncated comprehensive grade pointaverage for the current school year of 4.0 (Gold Eagle) or 3.5 (Silver Eagle) on a scale of 4.0(with no grade less than D for a semester grade.) There is no rounding up: a student with a3.96 would receive a silver, not a gold award. The GPA for Eagle Honor Roll Awards are basedon all courses taken during the current school year. The final date for accepting spring semestergrades for honor roll consideration will be established by the Upper School administration. Thecolumnar GPA appears at the bottom of every report card column. The first and second semestercolumnar GPAs are averaged. On page 21 find a portion of a report card. This student achieveda Silver Eagle (3.86) GPA for semester one. Course levels are to the right of each course andalign with the weighting on page 19. The Principal’s administrative assistant will average thisGPA with the one the student earns for semester 2 in order to create the year-end Gold andEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 21Silver Eagle lists. Using the email addresses in Woodward’s database, the Principal’s officesends notice that report cards are available in the parent portal at the dates noted on the UScalendar. If parents do not see a report card in the parent portal, they should contact thePrincipal’s office.Final Project and Final Exam Format and Exemption for Spring Semester - Grades 9-12:Spring semester final projects and final exams in core academic courses for students in GRADES9, 10, and 11 will meet the following criteria:(1) There will be no spring exams in social studies and English. These disciplines will havefinal projects in the spring.(2) There will be no spring exams in world language. All world language students will take atest during the semester to assess their language proficiency. Taking this proficiency testis a requirement to receive credit in the class.(3) Math and science courses will have final exams. The purpose of exams is to showmastery of the subject matter. Therefore, students with an “A” average for the semesterin math or science will be exempt from taking spring exams in courses where they havean “A.” Grades for spring semester exam exemptions in math and science will bedetermined by teachers based upon grades earned through the last class day prior toexam review day (usually the Tuesday before exam week).(4) While Woodward expects absent students to make up all missed work, following theguidelines of one-day absent, one-day to make up work, teachers can also see thestudent’s mastery of the work through student accomplishment on the final exam. Nomatter what a student’s semester grade is, should a student miss the eleventh (11th)class in math or science, the Attendance Review Board, led by the Dean of Students andincluding the Academic Dean, may require the student to sit for the final exam in thatsubject in order to show mastery of the material, even if a student has an A in the course.Students in AP math or science courses with eleven absences, in addition to taking theEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 22AP exam, may be required to take a course semester exam to be given at a time eitherduring underclass exam week or, for seniors, a time set by the teacher that does notinterfere with preparation for the AP testing.Senior students have the privilege of exempting spring semester exams in math and science ifthe student has a spring semester average of C or higher in the course unless exams aremandated by the Dean of Students as part of an attendance review. Seniors will be required totake spring semester exams in math and science courses where their spring semester grade fallsbelow a C average as calculated on the date established by the Upper School administration priorto spring semester senior exams.Note: Students in math or science Advanced Placement classes may elect to take a springsemester exam in the Advanced Placement course. Students who are exempt from exams butchoose to return to campus to take a final exam must take the exam in school uniform and mustbe in school uniform for all exam tutorials.National Honor SocietyMembership in the Randolph W. Thrower Chapter of the National Honor Society is offered bythe Faculty Committee to selected juniors and seniors based on evidence of scholarship,service, character, and leadership (it is not determined by grade point average alone). Individualsdo not request membership but submit, upon request, information to the Faculty Committee.Transfer-in students must have completed two semesters at Woodward’s Upper School tobe considered. Candidates for selection are notified at least one week before the convocation inFebruary. A grade point average of 3.80 based on the Cumulative Core GPA is the minimumscholastic requirement needed for consideration for induction. There is no rounding up: a studentwith a 3.79 is not eligible for National Honor Society. In addition, the student must exhibit specifictraits in the following four criteria:Scholarship is reflected in one's GPA and in one's attitude and approach toacademic matters.Leadership is demonstrated by a positive influence on peers and others both inand outside of school. Additionally, the candidate demonstrates dependabilityand responsibility. The NHS expects the promotion of school activities and theupholding of school ideals in those deemed leaders.Service is shown by loyalty and participation in organizations or projects thatbenefit others without any direct financial or material compensation. Courtesy,cheerfulness, and a willingness to take on inconspicuous responsibilities arecharacteristics of a servant-leader.Character manifests itself in upholding and demonstrating high standards ofconduct, morality, ethics, honesty, and reliability. In addition, the candidatedemonstrates respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, andcitizenship.In making its decision concerning membership selection and continuation of membership, theFaculty Committee (appointed by the Academic Dean) will consider all the information availableEvaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 23concerning the scholarship, leadership, character, and service of potential members. Informationfrom the Academy Discipline Board, Honor Council, and Dean of Students will be part of thecommittee’s decision. Serious and/or recent violations of the rules and expectations of theAcademy and of the community will be important factors in the decision process.Once selected for membership, National Honor Society members are subject to dismissal fromthe Society if they do not maintain the standards of scholarship, leadership, service, andcharacter that were the basis of their selection. The Faculty Committee and/or National HonorSociety Adviser (who is the Academic Dean) shall review the membership when necessary.Evaluating Student Achievement

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 24WOODWARD ACADEMY GRADUATION DISTINCTIONS ANDACADEMIC HONORSDistinctions at GraduationWhile all of our students have accomplished distinctive college-preparatory work, the schoolseeks to award those who have accomplished a goal in an area vital to 21stcentury learning andcitizenship. Those who elect and complete the requirements will have the words “Distinction inGlobal Studies,” “Distinction in Service Learning,” or “Distinction in Sustainability” read after theirnames as they receive their diploma. Students are strongly encouraged to pursue only one of thedistinctions. Inside the diploma will be a certificate attesting to their accomplishment. There is noacademic regalia for the graduation robe. The Director of Global Connections will monitor theprogress of the students who declare their interest in the Global Studies Distinction; the ServiceLearning Coordinator will monitor those seeking the Service Learning Distinction while theSustainability Coordinator will monitor those seeking the Sustainability honor.Distinction in Global Studies Requirements: A-DA. Schedule a meeting with the Director of Global Connections to discuss requirements. Allstudents must submit an application and receive approval by February 1st of their 10thgrade year. New to Woodward 11thgrade students must immediately meet with theDirector of Global Connections to see if meeting requirements is possible based oncoursework in grades 9-10. All students pursuing the Global Studies Distinction must meetwith the Director of Global Connections at the start of each semester to track progress.B. Complete at least three years of one world language or complete the highest level of thelanguage offered at Woodward Academy with a B or better cumulative average while in theUpper School.*C. Complete four of the following options by February 1st of senior year.1. Volunteer a minimum of 20 hours a school year with an international organization(educational or non-profit) for a minimum of two years. All programs must be approvedthrough the Director of Global Connections, and 10 hours per year can count towards the20 service hours required in the US.2. Host a long-term F-1 visa international student for at least one academic school year.3. Host a short-term partner school student for the length of their exchange.4. Mentor a long-term international student meeting at least once a month for a minimum oftwo years.5. Pass a language proficiency exam at a higher level (defined by world language teachers).a. International Language Exams: DELE (Spanish), DELF (French), & GoetheZertifikat (German) passing at B1 or higher (through C2). HSK (Chinese) passingat Level 3 or higher (through Level 6). JLPT (Japanese) passing at Level N4 orhigher (through N1)b. AP Language Exam: passing with 3 or higherc. STAMP Exam: passing with 5 or higher on all sections (Intermediate-Mid)d. Biliteracy Seal: Functional Fluency Award - Intermediate Mid or B1Graduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 256. Participate in a WA-sponsored international trip.7. Participate in a WA partner school exchange program; attending the partner school andstaying with a host family.8. Study abroad through a WA-approved semester-long program or summer programapproved by the Director of Global Connections.9. Complete a research project on a global issue or topic (approved by the Director ofGlobal Connections) and present to a panel of faculty members and students.10. Be an active member of WA Global for at least two years (attending at least sixmeetings per year) -OR- be an active member of Model UN for at least two yearsparticipating in at least two off campus conferences.D. Complete seven semester courses from the following selection while maintaining a B or bettercumulative average in the selected courses while in the Upper School.*Option of semester courses: Each counts for one semester (some limits apply; not all courses areoffered every year).1. History of East Asia2. History of the Middle East3. U.S. Political Economy & its Critical Choices4. Topics in Multicultural, Ethnic & Diversity Studies5. World Religions6. Multicultural Literature7. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making (semester 1)8. African Studies9. Personhood10. Global Integrated Science Field Course (summer semester offering; maximum of 1semester; not offered every summer)11. Costa Rica Tropical Ecology Field Course (summer semester offering; maximum of 1semester; not offered every summer)Option of year-long courses: Each course counts as two semesters (some limits apply; not allcourses are offered every year).1. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making (both semesters)2. A.P. European History3. Modern World History4. AP Macroeconomics5. Study of a second world language (maximum two semesters)6. Environmental Science7. AP Environmental Science8. World Language Capstone (French)9. Visual or Performing Art with a Global Element*NOTE: While the course work for items B and D can be completed by the end of the eighthsemester in the Upper School, the B average GPA will be calculated at the end of the seventhsemester.Graduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 26Distinction in Service Learning Requirements A-EA. Apply for the program with the Service Learning Coordinator no later than February 1 of10thgrade. New to Woodward 11th grade students must immediately apply to theprogram upon enrolling to see if meeting all the requirements would be possible to fulfill.B. Complete at least one of two service learning courses and earn a B or higher average ora pre-approved four-week summer internship with a community partner organization suchas Love Beyond Walls or the Atlanta Community Food Bank.1. Service Learning: Horizons2. Service Learning: Ethical Global EngagementC. Complete four semester credits of the following courses and achieve a B or higheraverage in the four courses. (NOTE: Students who enroll in full-year courses will receive2 credits per course)1. Personal Finance2. Debate, Intermediate Debate, Advanced Debate (only two semesters cancount toward the four)3. Cybersecurity4. Environmental Science or AP Environmental Science (up to two semesterscan count toward the four)5. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making 1 and/or 26. Journalism I7. Topics in Multicultural/Ethics, and Diversity Studies8. Global Integrated Science (summer semester offering; maximum of onesemester; not offered every summer)D. Complete 160 service learning hours through WA Serves and the Service Learningprogram during Upper School career (9th through 12th). (NOTE: Service hour limits wereadjusted during academic year 19-20 and academic year 20-21 due to COVID 19. Inkeeping with the requirement that students pursuing the Distinction must complete twiceas many service hours as their counterparts, the service hour requirements for theDistinction are adjusted also. Students in the Class of 2024 must complete 140 servicelearning hours during their Upper School career.) Students must engage with at least six(6) of the listed ten (10) organizations in their junior and senior years and cannot earnmore than 60 of the required service hours with any one organization. This list maychange yearly as WA Service Projects change.1. Blessings in a Backpack2. Canned Food Drive3. College Park Healthcare Senior Center4. Habitat for Humanity5. Horizons Atlanta6. Jesse Draper Boys and Girls Club7. Love Beyond Walls8. Terranova Education9. The Main Street Academy Tutoring10. WA GrowsGraduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 27E. Capstone Project: Students will be assigned a Service Learning mentor to design,implement, and create a Service Learning experience highlighting one local or globaldisparity, inequity, or need. Upon completion, senior students will write a reflection paperand create a capstone project that no later than April 1 will be presented to and reviewedby a panel of Service Learning coordinators and faculty sponsors.Distinction in Sustainability Requirements: A-DA. Apply for the program no later than November 1 of 10th grade for admission and meetwith the Sustainability Coordinator as requested. New to Woodward 11thgrade studentsmust immediately meet with the Coordinator to see if meeting all the requirements ispossible based on coursework in grades 9-10. Applicants must have a core GPA of atleast 3.3 and turn in a teacher recommendation along with their transcript.B. Complete Outside Reading and a Capstone Project.1. Each semester beginning January of the 10thgrade year and through May of the11thgrade year, read three current event articles related to sustainability (articlesapproved by the Sustainability Coordinator) and complete reflection journalentries.2. During fall of senior year, work on Capstone to be completed by the 2ndweek ofJanuary during senior year. The capstone project will be approved by theSustainability Coordinator and will include a defense before a panel of outsideexperts and faculty.C. Complete three of the following five options:1. Complete four field trips by December of the senior year from the approved list(or approved by the director) and complete reflection journal entries.● Single-Stream Recycling Center;● E-cycling/Scrap Metal Facility;● Paper recycling-manufacturing facility;● Habitat for Humanity Restore or Lifecycle Building Center;● Atlanta Food Bank;● Beltline Tour;● Water Treatment Facility;● Land Management Facility;● Serenbe;● Chattahoochee Nature Center;● Individual Homestead or Farm;● Atlanta Regional Commission;● Southface Energy Institute; Ray C. Anderson Foundation.Students must contact the facility and make arrangements for their visit prior togoing.2. Complete twenty hours of service learning from the approved list (or approvedby the director) each year for a minimum of two years, and complete reflectionjournal entries.● Atlanta Food Bank;● Community Garden;Graduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 28● Habitat Build or similar hands-on build or restoration;● Green Apple Day of Service;● Earth Week;● Trees Atlanta;● Education—other WA schools,● Boys & Girls Club, work with alumni in environmental field;● WA Horizon Volunteer;● Special Topic Week Awareness (such as Water Day, EnvironmentalEducation);● Ray C. Anderson foundation or similar organizations like USGBC,● Southface.3. Attend or participate in two conferences or special events, serve on a committeeor organize events for WA, and complete reflection journal entries.Some resources for conferences and events are:● Green School National Network Events(https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/events/);● Sc3: The Student Climate & Conservation Congress(https://www.greenschoolsalliance.org/youth-leadership-events);● Georgia Conservancy (https://www.georgiaconservancy.org/calendar);● West Atlanta Watershed Alliance(https://www.wawa-online.org/events-1)● ECO Action programs (some available only to Youth in NPU-V;http://eco-act.org/programs/inspiring-youth/).Example committees include the● Project Green Schools: National Youth Council(https://projectgreenschools.org/youth-council/)● MARC Committee(https://atlantaregional.org/leadership-and-engagement/leadership-programs/model-atlanta-regional-commission-marc/).Sponsored events at WA could use resources from Eco-Schools(http://www.nwf.org/Eco-Schools-USA.aspx), Trees Atlanta(https://www.treesatlanta.org/), several Georgia organizations(https://epd.georgia.gov/outreach/outreach-educational-programs), or could bearranged by the student – for example, an Art challenge during Experience theArts Day (could be part of capstone project), video series (like a Public ServiceAnnouncement), art installation, cook-off, Scouting award project, or othercreative ideas.4. Participate actively for a minimum of two years in one or more of these campusgroups: Environmental Awareness Club, Outdoors Club, WA Serves/SLB, STEMClub, 5 Points.5. Experience one immersive trip with a sustainability focus as approved by theSustainability Coordinator.D. Complete ten semesters of the following courses while maintaining a B average orhigher.* The course options were chosen with the intention of promoting responsible andintentional decision making and behavior with regards to the natural, human andeconomic environments.Option of semester courses: Each course counts for one semester (some limits apply;not all courses are offered every year).1. Multicultural Literature2. Statistics EPGraduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 293. US Political Economy and Critical Choices4. Topics in Multicultural, Ethics, and Diversity Studies5. Meteorology6. Astronomy (EP)7. Tropical Ecology Field Study8. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making 1 or 2 (maximum of 2 semesters)9. Physical Fitness for Life, Physical Fitness for Sports or Dance Fitness (maximumof 1 semester)10. Debate (maximum of 1 semester)11. Robotics (maximum of 1 semester)12. Advanced Robotics (maximum of 1 semester)13. Horizons Service Learning (summer semester offering; maximum of 1 semester)14. Global Integrated Science Course (summer semester offering; maximum of 1semester; not offered every summer)15. Dilemmas in Science and Technology16. Journalism I17. PersonhoodOption of year-long courses: Each course counts as two semesters (some limits apply).1. Environmental Science or AP Environmental Science* REQUIRED for distinction.2. Human Anatomy and Physiology EP3. Statistics CP4. US Government/Economics5. AP US Government and Politics6. AP Microeconomics7. AP Macroeconomics8. AP Biology9. Independent Science Research10. Astronomy (CP)11. World Language (maximum 2 semesters)12. Introduction to Engineering 10113. AP Computer Science Principles14. AP Computer Science15. Any performing or visual art (maximum of 2 semesters)NOTE: *While the course work for item D can be completed by the end of the eighth semester inthe Upper School, the B average GPA will be calculated at the end of semester seven.Graduation Distinctions and Honors

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 30Academic Honors at GraduationGraduation with Honors: To graduate with honors, students must meet two criteria:1. A student must earn a minimum GPA (based on the Core GPA) in grades 9-11 and fallsemester of senior year in courses from the disciplines of math, science, English,social studies, and world language (and advanced placement (AP) course work inother disciplines). Whether the course is taken as a graduation requirement or anelective, the grade in a course in the core disciplines counts in the Core GPA whichis rounded to two decimals.2. A student must take the requisite number of Honors College Prep or AP courses fromthese disciplines or AP course work in another department, beginning with the fallsemester of the junior year and ending with the fall semester of the senior year. Nosemester grade can be lower than D. Senior spring semester grades for GPA andHP/AP course counts are not included.NOTE: A newly-enrolled senior must take three (3) semesters of HP or AP Courses fallsemester to be graduated Cum, or four (4) semesters of HP or AP Courses fall semester to begraduated Magna. The appropriate GPA still applies.Honors GraduationMinimum Semesters of CoreHP/AP Courses for Grade 11 FallSemester throughGrade 12 Fall SemesterMinimum Core GPAfor Grades 9-11 andGrade 12 FallSemesterSumma Cum Laude11 semesters (5.5 units)4.10Magna Cum Laude 8 semesters (4 units)3.80Cum Laude 5 semesters (2.5 units)3.50Note: 2 Sem = 1 Carnegie UnitThe Route to Graduation with Honors: Students who aspire to graduate with honors shouldconsult with teachers and department chairs as they take courses in ninth and tenth grades. ThePrincipal introduces ninth grade parents to this information, and each year counselors remindstudents of graduation with honors requirements. During junior year, students will complete apre-graduation check with their school counselor. During this meeting, the GPA will be discussed.Additionally, course selection for senior year will be discussed in conjunction with how that courseselection might impact meeting the levels of 5, 8, or 11 core HP and AP semesters of coursework. While a discussion of adding additional HP or AP courses for the junior yearsummer or fall of the senior year is important, such a discussion does not guarantee thatthe student will be allowed by the department chair to add an additional course nor thatthe student will have the necessary GPA at the end of the seventh semester to reach anylevel of recognition. Valedictorian and Salutatorian: The Valedictorian and Salutatorian will be the Summa CumLaude students who have the highest GPA in core courses in grades 9-11 and fall of senior year.The Core GPA, that appears on transcripts and is used to determine Summa, Magna, and Cumstatus and National Honor Society status, is rounded to two decimals; however, if this roundingcreates a tie for either Valedictorian or Salutatorian, the Core GPA will be extended to fivedecimals and rounded to see if the tie can be broken. If it cannot be broken, the students whoAcademic Honors at Graduation

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 31have the identical core GPA will share the honor involved. NOTE: Woodward encouragesstudents to take a rigorous course of study. Since there is a two AP course limit insophomore year, and a five AP course limit in the junior and senior years, some studentsmay wish to take additional HP core courses. Students taking the most rigorous course ofstudy allowed (five HP core courses in freshman year, two AP core courses and four HPcore courses in sophomore year, and five AP core courses and one HP core course injunior and senior years), who earn A grades in all core courses may actually have theiroverall GPA reduced, as opposed to not taking the sixth HP core course in sophomore,junior, and senior years. Therefore, for the purpose of receiving Valedictorian andSalutatorian status, a student who takes the most rigorous course of study allowed eachyear and achieves an A in each core course will not have the sixth HP core course A gradeentered into the Valedictorian and Salutatorian calculation.Academic Honors at Graduation

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 32CURRICULUM OFFERINGSThe curriculum offerings are listed on the following pages. The courses are organized bydepartment using these notations:● Year-long (two semester) courses are indicated with a Y.● Semester courses are indicated with an S.● An asterisk (*) by the course indicates the course (or its equivalent) is a graduationrequirement.● Courses that may be selected to fulfill the senior Compassion Capstone are noted.● Courses recognized by NCAA as eligible for their 16-course GPA are noted as are thosethat meet HOPE’s Rigor Criteria.Woodward Academy places students in one of four levels of College Preparatory classes. TheCollege Prep (CP) level is the foundation level of our College Preparatory curriculum from whichthe other levels build in depth and analysis. The method of approach and/or teaching strategiesdistinguishes one level from the other. The determination of the level is based on previous schoolwork, standardized test scores, teacher and departmental recommendations, and studentmotivation. All class work is designed to prepare the student for college; therefore, each leveloffered at Woodward Academy is considered college preparatory work. Each academic level inthe curriculum offers similar goals and objectives. Teachers utilize different teaching techniquesand styles to meet student needs, to promote independence in learning, and to develop criticalthinking skills. See pages 5-6 for more complete information on the levels of work. The termsused to designate the academic level are the following:College Prep (CP)Enriched College Prep (EP)Honors College Prep (HP)Advanced Placement (AP)With Academy approval, students may change from one classification to another and may takea combination of courses from the various classifications.Compassion CapstoneAll Woodward Academy students will complete a Compassion Capstone as a graduationrequirement. This requirement may be fulfilled by taking one of several courses. At Woodward,we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we believe that compassion and empathy canand should be found in many forms. Therefore, these courses give students a chance to leavetheir legacy in an area about which they feel strongly.Each Capstone course will require a substantial project of the student's choosing that will tie thesubject of the class to compassion and empathy in our world. The project may take several formsincluding, but not limited to, a large mural, a research paper, a piece of visual art, a "Ted Talk", aperformance piece, or an oral history. The size and scope of the research and projects will bedetermined by the level at which a student takes the course. College Preparatory projects may beexpository. Enriched Prep projects will require a broader analytical focus. Honors level projectswill be expected to utilize primary source material and explore thesis-driven arguments.Curriculum Offerings

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 33While these courses are intended for seniors, juniors may enroll with department approval ifthere is space available. Seniors have precedence for placement.Option of semester courses:1. World Religions2. Multicultural, Ethnic and Diversity Studies (MEDS)3. Dilemmas in Justice4. Ethical Dilemmas in Science and Technology5. U.S. Political Economy & its Critical Choices6. Personhood7. African Studies8. Landmark Supreme Court Cases in Civil LibertiesOption of year-long courses: Both semesters must be taken to fulfill the Capstone requirement.1. Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making2. Capstone Debate3. Capstone Band4. Capstone Dance5. Capstone Theatre: Performance Ensemble6. Capstone Theatre: Principles of Theatrical Design7. Capstone Orchestra8. Capstone Choir9. Capstone French 410. Capstone French 5Curriculum Offerings

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 34ENGLISH(4 units required)*Y English 1 (CP, EP, HP) Grade 92001 CP 2003 EP 2005 HPNCAA ApprovedA study of language, speech, literature, and composition with emphasis on compositionand grammar, the ninth-grade course begins a cycle of understanding great literatureand myths which will culminate during the student’s senior year. The literary portionfocuses on heroes in a variety of times and cultures in addition to themes that explorecoming of age.*Y English 2 (CP, EP, HP) Grade 102007 CP 2009 EP 2011 HPNCAA ApprovedA study of major American writers through selected poems, short stories, novels,speeches, and plays, the sophomore course asks students to make evaluations of theseworks as they compose numerous essays, augment their word bank, and focus onimproving individual grammar errors in writing. Each enrolled student in 2HP must write aTerm Paper and achieve a passing grade on it in order to pass this course.*Y English 3 (CP, EP) Grade 112013 CP 2015 EPNCAA ApprovedA survey course tracing the development of British literature from early times into thetwentieth century, the junior-level class stresses the study of literature, including poetry,novels, short stories, and plays, in order to improve writing ability and to emphasizeAmerica's British heritage of ideas and ideals. Included is the preparation of a formalresearch paper on a literary topic. Each enrolled student must write a Term Paper andachieve a passing grade on it in order to pass this course.*Y English 3 (HP) Grade 112017 HPNCAA ApprovedA course which adds to the above course a serious review of critical interpretation andmethodology, the class challenges the stronger junior students at Woodward. Eachenrolled student must write a Term Paper and achieve a passing grade on it in order topass this course.Curriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 35Y AP English Language and Composition (AP) Grade 11 only (see course number 2027for grade 12)2019 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionA course which adds to the English 3HP study preparation for the AP Language andComposition test, the class also asks junior students to read and write on non-fictionworks in preparation for the AP Language and Composition test in May. Note:Enrollment requires permission of the Department Chair or superior completion of English2 HP.*Y English 4 (CP, EP) Literary Types Grade 122021 CP 2023 EPNCAA ApprovedFall semester emphasizes grammar, vocabulary, composition, and the elements of fiction(with CP and EP using the same college-level anthology). During spring semester,students will apply the elements of fiction to a variety of genres chosen by the individualteacher. Spring semester courses vary each year but usually include emphasis onSouthern literature, evil in British and American literature, the conflict of war, coming ofage, gender in literature, modern writers, and other thematic groupings.The senior-level course finalizes the preparation of students for the reading and writing(including research writing) found in a freshman college environment.*Y English 4 (HP) (Contemporary Drama) Grade 122025 HPNCAA ApprovedA course designed for our strongest senior students, senior Honors College Prep Englishprovides students an opportunity to study drama and film created by a variety ofplaywrights and directors. The reading and writing expectations and assignments arechallenging, providing opportunities for creative, analytical, oral, and written expression.Using text and film, the course highlights the best work by modern dramatists anddirectors. Prerequisite: Enrollment requires satisfactory completion of English 3HP orAP Language and Composition or permission of Department Chair, recommendation ofcurrent 3EP teacher, and superior completion of English 3EP.*Y AP English Language and Composition (AP) Grade 12 only (see course number 2019for grade 11)2027 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionA college-level course for those seniors with superior analytical reading and writing skillsthat emphasizes prose analysis and argument, the class culminates in taking the APLanguage and Composition exam in May. The course trains seniors to observe theauthor’s rhetorical choices in relation to his or her purpose. Students then practice theirown writing skills, with a focus on analytical, persuasive, and document-based essays. The course will cover both fiction and nonfiction. The student’s performance on the MayAP test may result in college credit for the course. Prerequisite: Enrollment requiressatisfactory completion of English 3HP or permission of the Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 36Y AP English Literature and Composition (AP) Grade 122029 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionA senior college-level course emphasizing composition and advanced literary criticism,the course centers on literary classics requiring superior close reading techniques andintuition and superior analytical writing. The senior-level class culminates in the taking ofthe AP Literature and Composition exam in May. The student’s performance on this testmay result in college credit for the course. Prerequisite: Enrollment requires satisfactorycompletion of AP English Language and Composition (11thgrade), or permission from theDepartment Chair.Y Contemporary Literature (EP) Grade 9 (Grade 10-11 with Department Chair approval)2031 EPNCAA ApprovedA year-long course designed for ninth and tenth grade students whose classroomperformance and test scores indicate that assistance in oral reading skills, vocabulary,and reading comprehension is required, the class focuses on reading works of fiction andnonfiction by authors since 1940. Note: Placement is decided by the Reading Specialist,Department Chair, and recommending teacher. For some 9thgrade students, the courseis required.S (Fall and Spring) Multicultural Literature (EP) Grade 9 (Grades 10-11 with DepartmentChair approval)2033 Fall 2034 Spring EPNCAA ApprovedOffered each semester for students in grades 9, 10, and 11, the course prepares studentsfor college reading and writing. Focusing on the influence of time and culture on wordmeanings and syntax, the course provides students an opportunity to investigate thedistinctive voices and literature of many different cultures (in addition to the American andBritish literature which is covered in English 2 and 3). Because the vocabulary andcritical reading skills necessary for comprehending these works are challenging, studentswill improve their ability to be successful in college-level work. Note: For some 9thgradestudents, the course is required.Y Writers Workshop (CP, EP) Grade 112035 CP 2037 EPA year-long course designed to help those juniors who have a need for concentratedwork in improving their writing skills, the class is mandatory for all those students whohave not demonstrated satisfactory composition skills by the end of English 2. Thecourse is not available on an elective basis for one semester, and only a small number ofnon-required students may elect the year-long course. Students take this class in additionto the required English 3 class.Curriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 37S (Fall) Creative Writing 1 (EP, HP) Grades 10-122039 EP 2041 HPNCAA Approved (1 unit limit with other Creative Writing)Creative Writing is offered for a limited number of students in grades ten through twelvewho want to pursue creative writing during the fall semester in addition to theopportunities found in English, 2, 3, or 4; the course will focus on writing creativepoetry, fiction, and drama. Students recommended for English 2HP, 3HP, 4HP or APmay elect this course at the Honors College Prep level. Note: Enrollment requirespermission of Creative Writing Teacher and Department Chair.S (Spring) Creative Writing 2 (EP, HP) Grades 10-122040 EP 2042 HPNCAA Approved (1 unit limit with other Creative Writing)Creative Writing is offered for a limited number of students in grades eleven and twelvewho want to pursue creative writing during spring semester in addition to theopportunities found in English 2, 3, or 4; the course will focus on writing creativenonfiction. Students recommended for English 2HP, 3HP, 4HP or AP may elect thiscourse at the Honors College Prep level. Note: Enrollment requires permission ofCreative Writing Teacher and Department Chair.S (Fall) Creative Writing 3 (HP) Grades 11-12*2043 HPNCAA Approved (1 unit limit with other Creative Writing)Creative Writing is offered for a limited number of students who want to pursue creativewriting during the fall semester in addition to the opportunities found in English 2, 3, or 4;the course will focus on an independent long-form project in fiction, poetry, ordrama. Note: Enrollment requires satisfactory completion of Creative Writing 1 (EP orHP) or Creative Writing 2 (EP or HP) and permission of Creative Writing Teacher andDepartment Chair. *Creative Writing 3 and 4 may not be offered every year.S (Spring) Creative Writing 4 (HP) Grades 11-12*2044 HPNCAA Approved (1 unit limit with other Creative Writing)Creative Writing is offered for a limited number of students who want to pursue creativewriting during spring semester in addition to the opportunities found in English 2, 3, or 4;the course will focus on an independent long-form project in fiction, poetry, or drama inaddition to the completion of additional work in creative nonfiction. Note: Enrollmentrequires satisfactory completion of Creative Writing 2 ( EP or HP) or Creative Writing 3(EP or HP) and permission of Creative Writing Teacher and Department Chair. *CreativeWriting 3 and 4 may not be offered every year.Curriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 38S (Fall and Spring) Journalism I (EP, HP)2045 Fall 2046 Spring EP2047 Fall 2048 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedThis Introduction to Journalism course teaches students the fundamentals of journalismin preparation for work with Student Publications. It equips students with anunderstanding of the principles and practice of journalism, including how to recognizegood stories, gather facts through interviewing and research, craft effective news andfeature articles, and edit and proof articles. Students also wrestle with the history, ethicsand future of journalism and delve into photojournalism, typography and design for onlineand print publications. This course can be taken for EP or HP credit. HP students willhave an additional assignment for each unit and will be held to higher grading standards,particularly on their writing. While not required before joining one of the publications, it isrecommended.Y Student Publications/ Journalism (EP, HP) Grades 9-12(grades do not count in the Core GPA)2049 EP 2051 HPStudent Publications is a year-long course designed for students interested in newsjournalism and in developing their skills as writers. Students who take Journalism 1 inthe fall, may enroll in Student Publications in the spring of the same year with thepermission of the instructor. Students will generate, write, and edit content, as well asdesign and publish The Blade, a newsmagazine for the Academy community. Inaddition, students will produce news and opinion pieces, conduct interviews and providecommunity coverage for The Butterknife, the weekly newsletter published by UpperSchool students. Students will work together to devise the content and design for thepublications, participating in every element of the production process. Motivation,responsibility, independence, an ability to meet deadlines, a cooperative, growthmindset, and a willingness to be active and engaging participants in campus life areessential characteristics of students choosing to enroll in Student Publications. Editorsare expected to generate weekly content as well as perform editing and design duties.Students wishing to pursue editorial roles may enroll in the course for honors credit.Students must be enrolled in one semester of Student Publications before pursuingeditorial positions; editorial positions are selected at the discretion of the adviser, withinput from the staff and administration.Y Student Publications/ Yearbook (EP, HP) Grades 9-12(grades do not count in the CORE GPA)2053 EP 2055 HPYearbook is a year-long course designed for students interested in studying and applyingthe journalistic skills and processes necessary to produce the Woodward Academyyearbook, The Phoenix. Students develop skills in news judgment, fact gathering,photography, writing headlines and captions, graphic design and layout, proofing, editing,and creative writing. The course requires considerable time outside school hours as wellas leadership and teamwork abilities. Students must apply for a staff position, a processwhich includes a staff application, teacher recommendation, and portfolio. Students andparents must sign a contract stipulating the students will follow the student journalist'sCurriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 39code of ethics and commit their time to the creation of the yearbook. Students whosuccessfully complete the course will have met the fine arts semester requirement.Prerequisite: Journalism I or permission of the Executive Director of StudentPublications through interview and portfolio submission process. Prerequisite:Enrollment requires approval through an application process.Curriculum Offerings - English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 40SUMMER SEMESTER ENGLISH OFFERINGSS Journalism I ONLINE (EP, HP)2071 EP 2073 HPNCAA ApprovedThis course focuses on journalistic writing through analysis of newspapers, yearbooks,literary magazines, and broadcast journalism publications. A concentration on thefollowing components of journalistic writing is critical: influence, purpose, structure, anddiction. Reading, writing, and critical thinking are key components as students explorethe power and influence of journalism. Students will participate in news gathering, thestudy of ethics, and the aspects of copywriting, editing, and revising and will study theethics of journalism. This course also includes a basic overview of photojournalism,typography and design for online and print publications. If a publication is produced, thestudents will learn the process of publishing. This course can fulfill a prerequisite forapplying for the Phoenix yearbook staff.Curriculum Offerings - Summer Semester English

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 41MATHEMATICS(4 units required)A general note to parents and students: Mathematics, like the other disciplines at Woodward,is taught in three levels: College Prep (CP), Enriched College Prep (EP) and Honors CollegePrep (HP), with AP options for some. The majority of students in each grade study at the EPlevel. To clarify the nature of the other two levels, see these notes:● Both the College Prep (CP) and Enriched College Prep (EP) courses cover all mathematicalconcepts necessary for graduating students to be ready for college-level mathematics. TheEP courses include supplemental, optional topics; in addition, some concepts may be studiedin greater depth than at the CP level.● The Honors College Prep (HP) level at Woodward is a selective program designed toproduce excellence in mathematics, and it is intended for those students who truly enjoymathematics. The Math Department understands that the demands and rigor of this level aredesigned to challenge even the best of Woodward’s students. However, the goal is to helpstudents recognize that their greatest potential for growth will be realized during their mostdifficult challenges.● Students requesting a level change to a higher level will take the spring final exam in theircurrent course in order to demonstrate mastery of a semester’s work. It is expected thatstudents have earned A grades for both semesters of their current course. PSAT, ERBs andteacher recommendations will also be considered.*Y Algebra 1 (CP, EP)2101 CP 2103 EPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course whose topics include order of operations, writing algebraicexpression and equations, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs of linearfunctions, graphs of linear inequalities, solving systems of linear equations andinequalities, calculating slope, meaning and properties of exponents, and solvingabsolute value equations.*Y Geometry (CP, EP)2105 CP 2107 EPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course whose topics include points and lines, logic, angles, propertiesof polygons, congruence, perimeter, area, volume, coordinate geometry, similarity, righttriangle trig, parallel lines, transformations, and circles. Algebra 1 skills are incorporatedthroughout the course so that those skills will be strengthened and retained.Curriculum Offerings – Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 42*Y Geometry (HP)2109 HPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course which is a more rigorous and faster paced course in geometry.Technology (e.g. TiNspire calculators or computers) is used for student-centeredexploration and conjecture using inductive reasoning, followed by an emphasis on formalstructures and deductive reasoning to prove the conjectures. Topics include congruence;similarity; properties of lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons and circles;transformations; and measures of two- and three- dimensional objects.Y Geometry and Algebra with Transformations (GAT) (HP)2111 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course is the first year of a two-year course which is followed by the sophomorecourse called Analysis HP. These courses together comprise an exercise-driven,integrated geometry/ algebra 2/ pre-calculus course. The text is a collection ofassignments which the class works through; by answering the questions and correctingtheir work, the student learns the skills and topics covered by the course. It is intended forstudents of above average intelligence with at least average work ethic, but withextremely high interest in mathematics. Topics include analytical geometry,transformations, multiple representations of functions, matrices, complex numbers,quadratics, area, polygons, circles, secant and tangent properties, linear functions,inductive and deductive reasoning, and applications and appropriate use of technology.Y Algebra 2 (CP, EP)2113 CP 2115 EPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course whose topics usually include a review of linear relations, linearprogramming, matrices, systems of equations, quadratic functions, solving quadraticequations, exponents, polynomials, conic sections, sequences and series (CP only), andrational expressions. Because of its intrinsic capabilities with graphics, matrices, andprogramming, the graphing calculator is an invaluable tool in the course.*Y Algebra 2 (HP)2117 HPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course which covers topics of Algebra 2 in more rigorous detail andwith a different style (more learning through exploration, discovery, and use oftechnology). Sophomores who take Algebra 2 Honors College Prep (HP), ifrecommended, will follow it with a year of Pre-Calculus Honors College Prep and then achoice of either AP Statistics or AP Calculus. Sophomores who wish to take BOTH APStatistics and AP Calculus should plan space in their schedule (either during their junioror senior year) for two math courses.Curriculum Offerings – Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 43Y Analysis (HP)2119 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course is the completion of a single two-year course (started in the course calledGAT). It is an exercise-driven course in algebra, analytical geometry, trigonometry, andpre-calculus. This course makes extensive use of both inductive and deductivereasoning (i.e., creation and derivation and appropriate use of technology). Topics includeone variable statistics, linear regression, exponential, polynomial, rational and logarithmicfunctions, 3-D vectors, and conics. Prerequisite: GAT HPY Statistics (CP)2121 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis is a junior year-long course which introduces the student to the topics and skills ofstatistics. Statistical topics include sampling and experimental design, one-variable dataanalysis, two-variable data analysis (including correlation and regression), probability andprobability distributions (including uniform and normal), and statistical inference (includingconfidence intervals and hypothesis tests). Prerequisite: Algebra 2 CP or EP*Y Pre-Calculus with Algebra (EP)2123 EPNCAA Approved (0.68 unit) HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course is intended for juniors who need a slower paced pre-calculus course spreadover three semesters. This year-long course studies all pre-calculus topics excepttrigonometric topics, and is followed in the senior year by Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry(EP) fall semester and either Statistics (EP) or Calculus (EP) spring semester.Prerequisite: Algebra 2 EP or Algebra 2 CP with Department Chair approval.S (Fall) Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry (EP)2125 EPNCAA Approved (0.34 unit) HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis one-semester course is the continuation of Pre-Calculus with Algebra. It covers thecomplete study of trigonometric functions and identities. Students completingPre-Calculus with Trigonometry fall semester will choose either Statistics EP or CalculusEP for their spring semester math course. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with Algebra EPCurriculum Offerings – Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 44*Y Pre-Calculus (EP, HP)2127 EP 2129 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThese are year-long courses whose topics include the study of functions (rational,trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic, and polar), analytic geometry, and sequences andseries. Pre-Calculus Honors College Prep is a more rigorous, theoretical treatment ofpre-calculus, often using discovery-based learning, which moves at a very quick pacesince the course is intended to prepare students for a year-long college-level calculuscourse in the senior year. Both versions stress both technological and pencil-and-paperapproaches to provide maximum preparation for students’ subsequent study ofmathematics. Prerequisite: Algebra 2 EP or HPY College Algebra (CP)2123 CPNCAA Approved (0.5 unit)This senior year-long course follows the content of a traditional college algebra courseand stresses both technological (graphing calculator) and pencil-and-paper approachesto the mathematics studied. Topics include methods of solving equations and inequalities,graphing and analyzing functions, mathematical modeling of real-world situations, andthe study of functions (linear, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential, andlogarithmic). Prerequisite: Algebra 2 CP or EPS (Fall and Spring) Calculus (EP)2133 Fall 2134 Spring EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis is a semester-long course whose topics include functions and their properties, limits,the derivative and its applications, and the integral and its applications. Use oftechnology (graphing calculator, a little computer software, and the Internet) is also asignificant component of the course. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus EP or Pre-Calculus withTrigonometry EP. Note: Pre-Calculus with Algebra EP does NOT satisfy the prerequisitefor this course. Note: For scheduling purposes, some who request 2133 may be placedin 2134 or vice versa.S (Fall and Spring) Statistics (EP)2135 Fall 2136 Spring EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis is a semester-long course whose topics include data collection and analysis,surveys and experiments, probability and probability distributions, simulations, confidenceintervals, and significance tests. Appropriate use of technology (graphing calculator,computer software, and the Internet) is also a significant component of the course.Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus EP or Pre-Calculus With Algebra EP. Note: This course isnot available to students who have completed AP Statistics. Note: For schedulingpurposes, some who request 2135 may be placed in 2136 and vice versa.Curriculum Offerings – Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 45Y AP Statistics2139 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis is a year-long Advanced Placement course designed to prepare students for an endof course exam which may allow them to receive college credit for the course. It will betaught with the rigor and pace of a college class. Topics that will be covered includeproper methods of collecting, displaying and analyzing data, linear and non-linearrelationships between variables, design of experiments and surveys, probability,probability models, behavior of random variables, and inferential statistics using theNormal model, Student’s T-distribution, and the Chi Square statistic. Appropriate use oftechnology (graphing calculator, computer software, and the Internet) is also a significantcomponent of the course. Prerequisite: For HP students: May be taken concurrently asthe second math course with Analysis HP, Pre-Calculus HP, or AP Calculus AB; For EPstudents: Satisfactory completion of Pre-Calculus EP and permission of DepartmentChair.Y AP AB Calculus2141 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis is a year-long course whose topics include limits, the derivative and its applications,and the integral and its applications. A national, standardized examination for possiblecollege credit is required for completion of the course. Prerequisite: Satisfactorycompletion of Pre-Calculus HP or superior completion of Pre-Calculus EP and permissionof Department Chair.Y AP BC Calculus with Advanced Calculus Topics 2143 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis year-long course is an extension of the AP AB Calculus course. The BC Calculustopics include derivative and integral applications of polar and parametric functions,advanced integral techniques, improper integrals, polynomial approximations and series,infinite series, and vector defined motion. In addition, students will have the opportunity tostudy other topics commonly included in a second course in calculus at the college level.These topics may include integration by trigonometric substitution, integration of powersof trigonometric functions, hyperbolic functions, work, centers of mass, moments ofinertia, surfaces of revolution, vectors, and first order linear differential equations. Thenational, standardized examination AP Calculus BC for possible college credit is requiredfor completion of the course. Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB and permission ofDepartment Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 46SUMMER SEMESTER MATH COURSESGeometry (CP, EP)2149 CP 2151 EPNCAA ApprovedThis is a year-long course for rising sophomores whose topics include points and lines,logic, angles, properties of polygons, congruence, perimeter, area, volume, coordinategeometry, similarity, right triangle trig, parallel lines, transformations, and circles. Algebra1 skills are incorporated throughout the course so that those skills will be strengthenedand retained. Prerequisite: Algebra 1 EP or CP taken in UPPER SCHOOL.S Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry (EP)2153 EPNCAA Approved (0.34 unit) HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis one-semester course is the continuation of Pre-Calculus with Algebra. It covers thecomplete study of trigonometric functions and identities, along with applications of thesetopics (complex numbers, polar coordinates, etc.). Students completing Pre-Calculus withTrigonometry fall semester will choose either Statistics EP or Calculus EP for their springsemester math course. Prerequisite: Rising Juniors: Pre-Calculus with Algebra EP orRising Seniors: with permission of department chair, seniors intending to takePre-Calculus with Algebra EP their senior year may also enroll in this summer schoolcourse. Prerequisite: Algebra 2 CP or EP.Curriculum Offerings – Summer Semester Mathematics

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 47SOCIAL STUDIES(3 units required)*Y United States Government/Economics (CP, EP) Grade 92201 CP 2203 EPNCAA ApprovedThe emphasis of this required ninth grade course is on independent thinking. Theeconomic portion is intended as an introduction to basic micro- and macroeconomicconcepts and helps the student understand the economic decisions made by individuals,businesses, and nations. The government portion is intended as an introduction to thestructure and function of the American government (with particular emphasis on thefederal government) and helps the student understand government decision- andpolicy-making.*Y Modern World History (CP, EP, HP) Grades 9-102207 CP 2209 EP 2211 HPNCAA ApprovedThis course provides a broad introduction to and survey of global history fromapproximately the 1400s to the present day. The course is designed as an initial study ofthe major modern historical figures and the social, political, economic, and intellectualforces at work in thought and action across world regions (including balanced coverageof Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America). Each enrolled student must write a TermPaper and achieve a passing grade on it in order to pass this course. Prerequisite:United States Government/Economics. Note: This course may be taken in Grade 9 if HPCivics was taken in Grade 8. Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to amore rigorous level in social studies with this class..*Y United States History (CP, EP) Grades 10-112211 CP 2213 EPNCAA ApprovedThis course presents a broad overview of American history from the late 19thcentury tothe present. Topics include Reconstruction after the American Civil War, the political andeconomic maturing of the country, World Wars I and II, the Cold War, the growth ofnational government power, and major social movements during the 20thcentury. Eachenrolled student must write a Term Paper and achieve a passing grade on it in order topass this course. Prerequisite: United States Government/Economics, Modern WorldHistory. Note: This course may be taken in Grade 10 if Modern World History was takenin Grade 9. Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to a more rigorouslevel in social studies with this class.*Y United States History (HP) Grades 10-11*2215 HPNCAA ApprovedThis course is designed for the tenth and eleventh grade students who are approved bythe Social Studies Department for the Honors College Prep program. The courseCurriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 48stresses student reading and interpretation of primary United States political, economic,and social documents; thoughtful class analysis of major movements in United StatesHistory; and an emphasis on writing and research skills. Each enrolled student must writea Term Paper and achieve a passing grade on it in order to pass this course.Prerequisite: United States Government/Economics, Modern World History. Note: Thiscourse may be taken in Grade 10 if Modern World History was taken in Grade 9.Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to a more rigorous level in socialstudies with this class.Note: Electives in the Social Studies department are not offered at the CP level. Students whohave completed their required coursework (Government/Economics, Modern World History, andUS History) in Social Studies at the CP level have met the prerequisite criteria and are equippedfor entry into EP electives. As such students who have historically taken CP courses can, andshould, enroll in Social Studies electives at the EP level.S (Fall) Global Studies: The History of the Middle East (EP, HP) Grades 11-122217 EP 2218 HPNCAA ApprovedThis senior elective explores the historical foundations and current state of contemporaryissues in Middle East nations. The course will examine major events and trends in MiddleEastern history, politics, society, and economics relevant to the current era.Prerequisite/co-requisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; students shouldselect an alternate class on their scheduling form.S (Spring) Global Studies: The History of East Asia (EP, HP) Grades 11-121272 EP 1274 HPNCAA ApprovedThis senior elective explores the historical foundations and current state of contemporaryissues in East Asian nations. The course will focus on major events and trends inChinese and Japanese history, politics, society, and economics relevant to the currentera. Prerequisite/co-requisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; studentsshould select an alternate class on their scheduling form.S (Fall and Spring) African Studies (EP, HP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 with departmentapproval)2221 Fall 2222 Spring EP2223 Fall 2224 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementDescription: The African continent is as vast in its geographic scale and diversity as it isin its rich cultures and global influences. This course seeks to take students on a journeythrough regions and epochs to explore–through a multidisciplinary approach– keyhistorical moments, art, music, religion, food, and literature of the world’s second largestcontinent. Prerequisite/corequisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; studentsshould select an alternate class on their scheduling form.Curriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 49S (Fall and Spring) United States Political Economy and its Critical Choices (EP, HP)Grade 12 (Grade 11 with department approval)2225 Fall 2226 Spring EP2227 Fall 2228 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementThis senior level elective analyzes major economic problems currently facing the UnitedStates and the world. Students will read, analyze, and discuss current domestic andinternational political and economic issues. Part of the first semester will be dedicatedto a reintroduction of basic micro- and macroeconomic principles.Prerequisite/co-requisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; students shouldselect an alternate class on their scheduling form.S (Fall and Spring) American Military History (EP, HP) Grades 11-122229 Fall 2230 Spring EP2263 Fall 2264 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedThis course will analyze the development of the U.S. Military and its activities over morethan three centuries, from the Revolutionary War through present day. Students willread, analyze and discuss changes and continuities in military organizations; in militarycultures; in civil-military relations; in military strategy, tactics, technology and in theexperience of soldiering in peacetime and wartime. Students will emerge from thecourse with a good general understanding of the historical development of the U.S.Military. Prerequisite/co-requisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; studentsshould select an alternate class on their scheduling form.*S (Fall and Spring) World Religions (EP, HP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 with departmentapproval)2231 Fall 2232 Spring EP2233 Fall 2234 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementWorld Religions is a capstone course designed to introduce students to the academicstudy of the world’s major religions with a focus on understanding and compassion. Anoverview of six religious traditions will be offered, along with textual study for eachtradition. Students will engage a contemporary topic of their choice through the lens ofthree major religions. A final paper and project will provide students with the researchskills to become experts on a topic and the ability to engage in interfaith dialogue. Thesize and scope of the research will be determined by the level a student takes the course.NOTE: For students in EP English to take the course at the HP level, approval must begranted by the Social Studies Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 50S (Fall and Spring) Landmark Supreme Court Cases: Civil Liberties (EP, HP) Grades 11-12(Grade 11 fall semester only)2235 Fall 2236 Spring EP2237 Fall 2238 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementLandmark Supreme Court Cases in Civil Liberties gives students the opportunity toexplore the relationship between governmental power and personal liberties through anin-depth study of how the United States Supreme Court has interpreted thoseamendments to the United States Constitution that most specifically involve personal civilliberties (namely the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14thAmendments), and how thoseinterpretations have changed over time. Prerequisite/co-requisite: US History;precedence given to seniors; students should select an alternate class on theirscheduling form.S (Fall and Spring) Personal Finance (EP) Grades 11-122239 Fall 2240 Spring EPThis course will examine the basic principles of personal finance with an emphasis onfinancial literacy for young adults. Students will engage with the material in a meaningfuland worthwhile way in order to apply these principles to their everyday financialdecisions. Topics to cover include saving and spending, income management, budgeting,credit and debt management, student financial aid, investing, and wealth building.Students will also employ the concepts of choice, opportunity cost, and marginal analysisfrom their 9th grade Economics course to study the financial decision making process.Prerequisite/corequisite: US History; precedence given to seniors; students shouldselect an alternate class on their scheduling form.S (Fall and Spring) Topics in Multicultural, Ethnic, and Diversity Studies (EP, HP)Grade 12 (Grade 11 with department approval)2241 Fall 2242 Spring EP2243 Fall 2244 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementThis course provides a broad introductory survey of the United States of America’sdiverse cultural heritage. The course considers the experiences, voices, and visions ofdiverse people in the United States through the identity lenses of ability, race, ethnicity,nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, and age (as wellas the intersections between these different topics). Although primarily a history course,this course is interdisciplinary and also incorporates themes in art, economics, literature,music, politics, psychology, sociology, popular culture, and the media. As a capstonecourse, students will choose a specific related topic to research, and will complete a finalpaper and project on their selected topic. The size and scope of the research andassignments will be determined by the level at which a student takes the course.Prerequisite/corequisite: U.S. History; precedence given to seniors; students shouldselect an alternate class on their scheduling form.Curriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 51S (Fall and Spring) Dilemmas in Justice (EP, HP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 with departmentapproval)2245 Fall 2246 Spring EP2247 Fall 2248 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementThe concept of “justice” lies at the very core of American values. The term justice isfeatured prominently in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and thePledge of Allegiance. However, what is “just” and what is “unjust” is often a matter ofgreat debate. This course will examine various ways to define justice including legaljustice, criminal justice, social justice and more. Ultimately, students will select acontroversial topic in justice, examine that topic from multiple perspectives, and seek ajust resolution to the controversy. Prerequisite/corequisite: US History; precedencegiven to seniors; students should select an alternate class on their scheduling form.S (Fall and Spring) Personhood (EP, HP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 with department approval)2249 Fall 2250 Spring EP2251 Fall 2252 Spring HPNCAA ApprovedSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementWhat is it to be human? What is the difference between human and animal? How dotechnology and artificial intelligence alter our understanding of humanity? How does therhetoric of personhood affect our judgment of others? What is an immigrant, a migrant, arefugee, a foreigner, an alien? In this capstone course, we will explore these questionswith foundational philosophers from antiquity to the present, engage with contemporarytheorists on post-colonialism and critical body studies, and rethink the concept ofpersonhood by analyzing crucial new contributions from literature, film, and art.Y AP United States History2253 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe Advanced Placement Program in United States History is designed to providestudents with the skills and knowledge necessary to understand the problems andconcepts in United States history. Students will study the political, economic, and socialfactors that have contributed to the development of the United States from its colonialbeginnings to the post-Watergate era. The course prepares students for the AdvancedPlacement examination in United States History offered in May of each year. Successfulcompletion of this examination may qualify a student for college credit. Prerequisites:United States Government/Economics, Modern World History. Note:.Approval of theDepartment Chair is required if moving to a more rigorous level in social studies with thisclass.Curriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 52Y AP European History2255 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe Advanced Placement European History course is designed to provide the studentwith the factual knowledge of major events and trends in Europe from approximately1450 to the present. Areas of emphasis include the following: social, intellectual,economic, religious, and political developments in modern Western Europe. This courseprepares students for the AP examination in European History offered in May of eachyear. Successful completion of this examination may qualify a student for college credit.Prerequisite: United States Government/Economics, Modern World History, and USHistory. Note: Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to a more rigorouslevel in social studies with this class.Y AP United States Government and Politics2257 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe Advanced Placement course in the United States Government will focus onunderstanding the ideas of political philosophers; public voting behavior and nationalelections; the political activities of Congress and the President; and controversialSupreme Court decisions. The spring semester is devoted to an analysis of theimportant political concerns facing the United States. This course is designed to preparestudents for the AP exam in the U. S. Government offered in May of each year.Successful completion of this examination may qualify a student for college credit.Prerequisite: United States Government/Economics, Modern World History, and USHistory. Note: Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to a more rigorouslevel in social studies with this class.Y AP Microeconomics2259 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe Advanced Placement course in Economics will focus on preparing students for theAP Microeconomics exam administered in May of each year. Class material anddiscussion will emphasize decisions encountered by private-sector businesses (thisincludes publicly owned companies). Students will also be responsible for analyzingcase studies and presenting their findings to the class. Successful completion of the APexamination may qualify a student for college credit. Prerequisite: United StatesGovernment/Economics, Modern World History, and US History. Note: Approval of theDepartment Chair is required if moving to a more rigorous level in social studies with thisclass.Y AP Macroeconomics2261 AP HOPE Rigor RecognitionNCAA ApprovedAP Macroeconomics is an introductory college-level course which introduces students tothe principles of understanding the economy as a whole. Students will learn howeconomic activity is measured, and analyze and explain the real world impact ofCurriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 53unexpected economic shocks. Using models built on graphs and data, students willevaluate how government fiscal and monetary policies affect key measures of a nation’seconomic performance, and by extension affect the standard of living of the averagefamily. Successful completion of the AP examination may qualify a student for collegecredit. Prerequisite: United States Government/Economics, Modern World History, andUS History. Note: Approval of the Department Chair is required if moving to a morerigorous level in social studies with this class.Curriculum Offerings – Social Studies

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 54SCIENCE(4 units required)A general note to parents and students: Science, like the other disciplines at Woodward, istaught in three levels: College Prep (CP), Enriched College Prep (EP) and Honors College Prep(HP), with AP options for some. Students at all levels will have the opportunity to work with stateof the art equipment in the laboratory. The majority of students in each grade study at the EPlevel. To clarify the nature of the levels, see these notes:● Both the College Prep (CP) and Enriched College Prep (EP) courses cover all scientificconcepts and skills necessary for graduating students to be ready for college-level science.The EP courses include supplemental topics; in addition, some concepts may be studied ingreater depth than at the CP level. We have an outstanding lab program at both the CP andEP levels; EP labs will be more in-depth with a greater emphasis on the development ofscientific writing skills.● The Honors College Prep (HP) level at Woodward is a selective program designed toproduce excellence in science, and it is intended for those students who truly enjoy science.The lab program at the HP level places a strong emphasis on data analysis, scientific writing,and formal lab reports.● Students requesting a level change to a higher level are expected to have earned A’s at theircurrent level. Teacher recommendations and standardized test scores will also be included inthe decision making process.Teachers and the Department Chair work together closely tomake every effort to provide students with opportunities and the best path to success.*Y Biology (CP)2301 CPNCAA ApprovedThis course is a study of life at all levels, with an emphasis on molecular biology in thefirst semester and an emphasis on the connections among living things in the secondsemester. The classroom environment is interactive, and a variety of strategies are usedto get students involved in the learning process. Strategies include the use ofactivity-oriented laboratory work, review guides, charts, critical thinking exercises,research, class discussions, writing, and projects. Note: A Saturday field trip to CochranMill Park during the Spring Semester is a course requirement.*Y Biology (EP)2303 EPNCAA ApprovedBiology EP engages students in an examination of the concepts and principles thatgovern life, with emphasis beginning at the molecular level to the cellular level. Thespring semester expands to the macroscopic level understanding evolutionaryrelationships as a unifying theme leading to the eloquent diversity of living organisms andthe symbiotic relationships that organisms have with each other and with theirenvironment. This course also explores biotechnology and its impact on the modernworld. Faculty use a variety of techniques to help students investigate the complexities ofliving organisms and improve their scientific literacy including lecture, classroomactivities, and laboratory investigations and reports. Note: A Saturday field trip toCochran Mill Nature Center during spring semester is a part of the course requirements.Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 55*Y Biology (HP)2305 HPNCAA ApprovedStudents will take an in-depth look at a variety of topics across Biology. The course willfocus on basic biochemistry, a variety of cellular processes (membranes, transport,energetics, division, and communication), classical genetics, molecular genetics, ecology,and evolution. Emphasis is placed on laboratory work including the use of advancedequipment. Note: An overnight field trip to the Jekyll Island 4-H center during SpringSemester is a course requirement. Note: Enrollment requires permission from theDepartment Chair.*Y Chemistry (CP)2307 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course provides for the study of the properties and the behavior of matter. Emphasisis placed on laboratory work and chemical problem solving. Fall semester begins with astudy of matter, where it comes from, how we use it, how matter can change, and theimportance of conservation. Fall semester concludes with a study of chemical reactions.Spring semester examines energy, bonding, gasses, intermolecular forces, and acids andbases. Throughout both semesters the topics relate to everyday chemistry seen in thelives of our students such as the chemistry of soap, scuba diving, and air pollution.Prerequisite: Biology*Y Chemistry (EP)2309 EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course consists of the study of matter which includes the basic concepts of theatom, the mole, and reaction tendencies. Each topic will emphasize qualitative reasoningand mathematical problem solving. Students will apply their knowledge and skills in thelaboratory setting in addition to learning the proper and safe use of lab equipment. Topicsinclude classification of matter, nomenclature, bonding, types of reactions, the mole,quantitative relationships in chemical reactions, thermochemistry, quantum mechanicalmodel of the atom, gasses, the role of intermolecular forces in the states of matter andsolution formation, solution concentration and solubility, acids and bases, as well asequilibrium and kinetics. Prerequisite: Biology*Y Chemistry (HP)2311 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionHonors college prep chemistry provides the student with an overview of chemical theorythat relates the properties of structure and matter. Strong emphasis is placed on problemsolving and experimentation to enhance and support the theoretical methods concepts. Itis strongly recommended that students planning on taking AP Chemistry take this classas the first-year chemistry course. Prerequisite: Biology Note: Enrollment requirespermission from the Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 56Y Physics (CP) Grades 11-122313 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course is a study of fundamental physics designed for the college prep student. Thecourse will focus on classical mechanics including topics in kinematics, momentum,energy, and gravitation. Other topics covered include pendulums and simple harmonicmotion, waves, heat, electricity and magnetism. Emphasis will be placed on qualitativeunderstanding, real world applications, and problem-solving using algebra. The coursewill contain an extensive laboratory component. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, andAlgebra 1. Note: Physics is strongly recommended for any student who might have aninterest in higher level science courses in high school or college.Y Physics (EP) Grades 11-122315 EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe enriched college prep physics course will cover classical mechanics includingkinematics, momentum, energy, and gravitation. Other topics covered include electricityand magnetism, and wave phenomena such as sound and light. Recurring themesinclude frequent use of mathematics (algebra and trigonometry) in problem solving,appreciation of mathematics as the language of nature, and objective investigation ofnature through direct experimentation. Competing and evolving models throughouthistory are explored. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, Algebra 2 CP (EP math studentsmay take Algebra 2 as a co-requisite. Note: Physics is strongly recommended for anystudent who might have an interest in higher level science courses in high school orcollege.Y Anatomy and Physiology (EP) Grades 11-122317 EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis elective course provides an understanding of the structure and function of thehuman body through the detailed introduction of specific organ systems and how theyinterrelate forming an integrated whole. The course includes lectures along with variouslaboratory dissections, activities, and demonstrations. In addition, students work throughcase studies as an integral part of the course where, through the understanding ofdisease, they are able to relate structure and function of various organ systems of thebody to a functional unit that maintains homeostasis and thus survival. Prerequisite:Biology and Chemistry.Y Criminal Investigation, Forensics, and Biotechnology (EP) Grades 11-122319 EPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course will provide students with a lab-based opportunity to learn the proceduresand principles of forensic science and criminal investigation. Students will play the role ofa crime scene investigator, learning the importance of collecting and processing multipleavenues of evidence during a course-long investigation. The course will cover a largerange of techniques in forensic analysis, including microscopy, spectrometry, serology,Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 57PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA typing, forensic entomology, hair and fiber analysis,criminal psychology, and more. Forensic science incorporates skills in biology, chemistry,mathematics, physics, and criminal justice. It introduces law enforcement topics such ascriminal investigations, fingerprint development, and firearms identification. Scientificliteracy will be highlighted via formal report writing and primary literature interpretations.Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, and Department Chair Approval.Y Astronomy (CP) Grades 11-122321 CPThis course introduces the student to the composition and structure of the Universe.Course content includes, but is not limited to, historical astronomy, astronomicalinstruments, the celestial sphere, the solar system, stellar evolution, galaxies, andcosmology. Additional topics may include manned space exploration and the latestdevelopments in extrasolar planets and exobiology. Prerequisite or co-requisite:Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.S (Fall) Astronomy (EP) Grades 11-122323 EPNCAA ApprovedAstronomy traces the development of man’s view of the universe and the methods andtools of investigation that have made this process possible. In the context of physical law,descriptive information about the solar system, life cycles of stars and galaxies, blackholes, and cosmology is presented. In addition, a familiarity with the sky and its apparentmotions is developed, partly through occasional nighttime observing sessions and use ofWoodward’s planetarium. Prerequisite or co-requisite: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.S (Spring) Meteorology (EP) Grades 11-122324 EPNCAA ApprovedIn meteorology, the student will investigate how weather and climate are produced andhow they affect daily lives. The course will cover the following topics: the atmosphere,solar radiation, temperature, humidity, precipitation, air pressure, winds, air masses,severe weather, and weather analysis (maps). Instruction is enhanced by frequent use ofreal-time weather information from online sources; use of computer software forforecasting; and for analyzing past weather. Prerequisite or co-requisite: Biology,Chemistry, and Physics.Y Environmental Science (CP) Grades 11-122325 CPNCAA ApprovedThis course is designed for the college prep student. Environmental science is aninterdisciplinary course which uses the natural sciences (biology, chemistry, and geology)and social sciences (economics, politics, and ethics) to identify and analyzeenvironmental issues/concerns and examine solutions for resolving and/or preventingthem. Emphasis will be placed on qualitative understanding, laboratory activities, andCurriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 58promoting independent thinking and problem solving. Prerequisite: Biology andChemistry.Y Environmental Science (EP) Grades 11-122327 EPNCAA ApprovedEnvironmental science is an interdisciplinary course which uses the natural sciences(biology, chemistry, and geology) and social sciences (economics, politics, and ethics) toidentify and analyze environmental issues/concerns and examine solutions for resolvingand/or preventing them. Emphasis will be placed on understanding human impacts onthe environment and on knowing how to limit environmental destruction. Topics will beexplored in lecture and lab. Labs will be quantitative in nature and incorporate dataanalysis. Students will also conduct a long-term inquiry-based research project. Currentevents in environmental science are addressed through debates and group projects. Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry.Y AP Environmental Science2329 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe course is designed to accomplish the goals of the Advanced PlacementEnvironmental Science syllabus. The AP Environmental Science curriculum centers onnine major units: 1) The Living World: Ecosystems; 2) The Living World: Biodiversity; 3)Populations; 4) Earth Systems and Resources; 5) Land and Water Use; 6) EnergyResources and Consumption; 7) Atmospheric Pollution; 8) Aquatic and TerrestrialPollution; 9) Global Change. A summer assignment, extended lab work outside of classtime, and an overnight field trip are required. At the end of the course, students arerequired to take the AP Environmental Science exam. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry.Note: Enrollment requires permission from the Department Chair.Y AP Biology2331 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe course is designed to accomplish the objectives of the Advanced Placement Biologysyllabus. The AP Biology curriculum centers on eight major units in biology: 1) Chemistryof Life; 2) Cell Structure and Function; 3) Cellular Energetics; 4) Cell Communication andthe Cell Cycle; 5) Heredity; 6) Gene Expression and Regulation; 7) Natural Selection; 8)Ecology. The AP Biology course explores these topics in great detail, moves at a paceconsistent with college-level understanding, and requires the completion of inquiry-basedlaboratory investigations that often run multiple days. Advanced laboratory equipment,cutting edge technology, and in-depth protocols will be used throughout the year. Athree-day field trip is a course requirement. At the end of the course, students arerequired to take the AP Biology exam. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry. Note:Enrollment requires permission of the Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 59AP Chemistry2333 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe course is designed to accomplish the objectives of the Advanced PlacementChemistry syllabus by developing a deeper understanding of the chemical nature ofmatter. The AP Chemistry curriculum consists of nine major units: 1) Atomic Structureand Properties; 2) Molecular and Ionic Compound Structure and Properties; 3)Intermolecular Forces and Properties; 4) Chemical Reactions; 5) Kinetics; 6)Thermodynamics; 7) Equilibrium; 8) Acids and Bases; and 9) Applications ofThermodynamics. The AP Chemistry course explores these topics in great detail, movesat a pace consistent with college-level understanding, and requires the completion oflaboratory experiments that often run multiple days. AP Chemistry is for students whoenjoy tackling challenging, multi-tiered problems and who have a strong interest in thesciences and furthering their own scientific understanding of nature. Students shouldexpect to spend at least one hour outside of class for every hour spent in class to fullyand completely master the concepts. At the end of the course, students are required totake the AP Chemistry exam. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry. Note: Enrollmentrequires permission from the Department Chair.Y AP Physics 12335 APNCAA Approval HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course accomplishes the objectives of the Advanced Placement Physics 1 syllabus.AP Physics 1 is the equivalent to a first-semester college course in algebra-basedphysics. The course covers the following seven units: 1) Kinematics; 2) Dynamics; 3)Circular Motion and Gravitation; 4) Work and Energy; 5) Momentum; 6) RotationalMotion; 7) Simple Harmonic Motion; and 8) Fluid Dynamics. The course is designed toallow time for the investigation of additional topics of interest and relevance throughoutthe year. Extensive work in the laboratory is utilized to develop science application andreasoning skills and to enhance the understanding of important physical phenomena andconcepts. At the core of the course is an emphasis on science practices andinquiry-based investigations that require a variety of critical thinking skills. At the end ofthe course, students are required to take the AP Physics 1 exam. Prerequisite: Biology,Chemistry, Algebra II. Note: Enrollment requires permission from the Department Chair.Y AP Physics C2337 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course accomplishes the objectives of the Advanced Placement Physics C syllabus.The aim is to develop a student’s ability to perform well in several areas: reading,understanding, and interpreting physical information; describing and explaining thesequence of steps in analysis of physical phenomena; using mathematical reasoning in aphysical situation or problem; and performing experiments, interpreting results, andmaking assessments. There are two parts to this course. The Mechanics portion coversthe following topics: kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy and power;systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillationsand gravitation. The Electricity and Magnetism portion covers the following topics:Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 60electrostatics; conductors; capacitors and dielectrics; electric circuits; magnetic fields;and electromagnetism. If time permits, other topics of interest may be presented, but arenot included on the AP Physics C exams. The AP Physics C course differs from APPhysics 1 and AP Physics 2 by examining physics through the application of calculus.This course prepares students for work in higher education who wish to pursue studies inengineering and the physical sciences. Extensive work in the laboratory is utilized todevelop science application and reasoning skills and to enhance the understanding ofimportant physical phenomena and concepts. At the end of the course, students arerequired to take the AP Physics C exam. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, PhysicsNote: Students must have completed, or be enrolled in, AP Calculus. Note: Enrollmentrequires permission from the Department Chair.Y Independent Science Research (HP)2339 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course is designed to provide the upper level science student an opportunity toperform authentic independent scientific research under the guidance of a facultyresearch advisor. Possible research topics are selected from a variety of disciplines,including the biological, physical, chemical, and engineering sciences. Students identifytheir topic of research, form a hypothesis or design goal, conduct experiments, analyzeresults, and report their findings through written and oral presentations. They find a localuniversity professor who will allow them to work in their lab over the summer, returning toschool with the research portion completed or near completion. Students are expected toenter their research in local, state, and national competitions. The course is open tojuniors or seniors who have demonstrated successful completion of advanced sciencecourse work, with a heavy emphasis on laboratory experience. Students are chosen toparticipate in the course based on their written research proposals, which are evaluatedby a faculty committee during the spring prior to enrollment in the course. Interestedstudents should see the department chair for detailed proposal requirements.Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry. Co-Requisite or Prerequisite: Physics. Note:Enrollment requires permission from the Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 61SUMMER SEMESTER SCIENCE COURSES*Y Chemistry (CP)2351 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course provides for the study of the properties and the behavior of matter. Emphasisis placed on laboratory work and chemical problem solving. Fall semester topics beginwith a study of matter, where it comes from, how we use it, how matter can change, andthe importance of conservation. Fall semester concludes with a study of chemicalreactions. Spring semester topics include an examination of energy, bonding, gasses,intermolecular forces, and acids and bases. Throughout both semesters the topics relateto everyday chemistry seen in the lives of our students such as the chemistry of soap,scuba diving, and air pollution. This course is intended for those students who were inCP Algebra 1 and CP Biology in 9th grade. Students who take this course will not take ascience course during the 10th grade academic year. The next science course will be aCP science course (most likely Physics) in 11th grade. A Chemistry course is agraduation requirement at Woodward Academy. Prerequisite: Biology and DepartmentChair approval.S Tropical Ecology Field Study (EP, HP) Rising Grades 11-12 2353 EP 2355 HPNCAA ApprovedThis course will be taught by Chery Gibson (former member of the Woodward AcademyFaculty and Science Department Chair) and Mark Wainwright (author and naturalist fromCosta Rica). For 10 days, students will travel throughout Costa Rica exploring andlearning about some of the richest ecosystems on earth, some of the fascinating CostaRican history and culture that surrounds them, and often, the connection between thetwo. The ecosystems to be explored include lowland Caribbean rainforest, highland cloudforest, coastal Pacific rainforest, mangroves, and even caves. In addition, students willalso look at how people use the surrounding areas, with visits to a pineapple plantation,an organic farm, and a reforestation project. And along the way, we will take everyopportunity to "taste" Costa Rica--its food literally, but also Costa Rica's scenery, itseveryday life, its music and dance, its ocean. There will be an additional cost for thecourse which includes airfare, room and board in Costa Rica, and course and registrationfee. Contact Dr. Brande Jones (brande.jones@woodward.edu) for additional information.Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry.Curriculum Offerings – Summer Semester Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 62WORLD LANGUAGES(2 units required. The units must include 2 consecutive years of the same language.)All tracks and levels of World Languages courses meet the ACTFL recommendation of 90%target language usage during instructional class time. This is based on research that indicatesthat significant levels of meaningful input are necessary for students to advance in proficiency.Instructors use a variety of strategies and techniques to facilitate comprehension and supportlanguage learning. This is especially true in the CP Spanish and French tracks where significantaccommodations are made to meet the learning needs of the CP language student.Placement Information:A. Ninth-grade options for World Languages:1. Students who have successfully completed first-year in the Middle School should sign upfor 2EP or 2HP, based on Middle School recommendations.2. Students who have completed first-year in the Middle School with semester grades of Cor D should select from the following:a. Continue to 2EP (summer tutoring is strongly recommended)b. Repeat level onec. Change to a different language at level 1.3. Students at all levels who did not begin in the Middle School or who encountered difficultyin the Middle School and are switching to a new language may elect to start language ingrade 10. Language study must begin by the tenth grade as students must complete twoconsecutive years for graduation. Students who have had no previous World Languagescourse should sign up for 1CP, 1EP, or 1HP.B. The World Languages department administers an assessment to all students new toWoodward with previous language experience in order to verify accurate placement. Moststudents are successful in the level in which they are placed initially. Should a student’sperformance be significantly weak or strong, the department counsels the student and his/herparents as to an appropriate change in level.C. If a senior wants to take level 1 of a World Language HP course, he or she must list analternate course because preference is given to underclassmen beginning language study.*Y French 1 (CP)2401 CPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 French emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. Proficiency goal is Novice Mid.*Y French 1 (EP, HP)2403 EP 2405 HPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 French emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal).Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the student forCurriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 63future AP work including more exposure to authentic materials. Proficiency goal is NoviceHigh.*Y French 2 (CP)2407 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionLevel 2 French emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. Proficiency goal is Novice High.*Y French 2 (EP, HP)2409 EP 2411 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 2 French students continue to develop the speaking, listening, reading, andwriting skills in the three communication modes (Interpretive, Presentational,Interpersonal). Grammar and vocabulary are presented as part of culturally rich thematicunits. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the student for future AP work. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low (EP, HP).Y French 3 (CP)2413 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionLevel 3 French emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low.Y French 3 (EP, HP)2415 EP 2417 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn French 3 emphasis is on strengthening skills in the three communication modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) while building on grammar and vocabularyacquired in the first two years. Students will interact with a variety of multimediamaterials in authentic cultural contexts. The Honors Prep course is designed to preparethe student for future AP work. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low - Mid.Y French 4 (EP, HP) 2421 EP 2423 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis advanced course stresses the use of the target language in analyzing anddiscussing reading selections, current events, and film. There is also a continuedemphasis on the development of practical communication skills in the three modes. TheHonors Prep Course is designed to prepare the student for future AP work.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 64Y Capstone French 4 (HP) Grade 122425 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course satisfies the Compassion Capstone Requirement.This course is a senior course that expands the opportunities in French 4 with aparticular focus on a specific aspect of French culture. In addition to the normalclass requirements of French 4, Capstone students will prepare an individual project,under the guidance of their French teacher, concerning a specific aspect of Frenchculture that emphasizes compassion and empathy. Students will complete this projectoutside of class and present in the appropriate forum. Prerequisite: 3HP (with thepermission of the Department Chair).Y French 5 (HP) 2427 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionS (Fall and Spring) French five provides opportunities for students to continue theirlanguage learning in order to prepare for college-level courses. Class content varies bygroup and can include film, literature, and current events in the Francophone world.Throughout the year, this class communicates with our French partner school throughvideo meetups. Prerequisite: Level 4 EP/HP or AP French.Y Capstone French 5 (HP) Grade 122429 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course satisfies the Compassion Capstone Requirement.This course is a senior course that expands the opportunities in French 5 with aparticular focus on a specific aspect of French culture. In addition to the normal classrequirements of French 5, Capstone students will prepare an individual project, under theguidance of their French teacher, concerning a specific aspect of French culture thatemphasizes compassion and empathy. Students will complete this project outside ofclass and present in the appropriate forum. Prerequisite: Level 4 EP/HP or AP French(with the permission of the Department Chair).Y AP French Language and Culture2431 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe AP French Language course prepares students to demonstrate proficiency acrossthree communicative modes (Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational) and the fivegoal areas outlined in the Standards for World Language Learning in the 21st Century(Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities). Students arerequired to take the AP French Language and Culture Exam at the end of the course.Prerequisite: 3HP, 4HP or department approval.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 65*Y Spanish 1 (CP)2433 CPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 Spanish emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. Proficiency goal is Novice Mid.*Y Spanish 1 (EP, HP)2435 EP 2437 HPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 Spanish emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authenticaudiovisual materials. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the student forfuture AP work including more exposure to authentic materials. Proficiency goal isNovice High.*Y Spanish 2 (CP) Grades 10-122439 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 2 Spanish students continue to develop the speaking, listening, reading, andwriting skills in the three communication modes (Interpretive, Presentational,Interpersonal). Grammar and vocabulary are presented as part of culturally-rich thematicunits. Proficiency goal is Novice Mid-High.*Y Spanish 2 (EP, HP)2441 EP 2443 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 2 Spanish students continue to develop the speaking, listening, reading, andwriting skills in the three communication modes (Interpretive, Presentational,Interpersonal). Grammar and vocabulary are presented as part of culturally-rich thematicunits. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the student for future AP work.Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low.Y Spanish 3 (CP) Grades 11-122445 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn Spanish 3 emphasis is on strengthening skills in the three communication modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) while building on grammar and vocabularyacquired in the first two years. Students will interact with a variety of multimedia materialsin authentic cultural contexts. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 66Y Spanish 3 (EP, HP)2447 EP 1441 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn Spanish 3 emphasis is on strengthening skills in the three communication modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) while building on grammar and vocabularyacquired in the first two years. Students will interact with a variety of multimedia materialsin authentic cultural contexts. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the studentfor future AP work. Proficiency goal Intermediate Mid.Y Spanish 4 (CP) Grades 11-122449 CPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn Spanish 4 emphasis is on strengthening skills in the three communication modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) while building on grammar and vocabularyacquired in the first three years. Students will interact with a variety of multimediamaterials in authentic cultural contexts. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Mid.Y Spanish 4 (EP, HP)2453 EP 2455 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 4 Spanish students continue developing skills in the three communication modesand cultural awareness in proficiency based, thematic units. The EP and HP coursesstress the use of the target language in analyzing and discussing reading selections fromliterature and print media and audio-visual media from radio, TV, and movies from Spainand Latin America. The 4HP course includes additional material on a more advancedlevel for those students who prefer not to take AP or for those who wish to refine theirskills after 3HP prior to taking AP language.Y Spanish 5 (HP)2455 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionLevel five expands on the students' knowledge of language and culture to include classicand contemporary literature, current events, film, and culture along with grammar reviewin order to prepare students for college-level courses. The focus is on speaking andexpressing opinions about the important issues of today and the students' own personalexperience.Y AP Spanish Language2461 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe AP Spanish Language course prepares students to demonstrate proficiency acrossthree communicative modes (Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational) and the fivegoal areas outlined in the Standards for World Language Learning in the 21st Century(Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities). Students arerequired to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam at the end of the course.Prerequisite: 3HP, 4HP or department approval.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 67Y AP Spanish Literature and Culture2463 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe AP Spanish Literature and Culture course is designed to introduce students to theformal study of a representative body of literature written in Spanish from Spain, LatinAmerica, and the United States. The course aims to provide students with ongoing andvaried opportunities to develop proficiency in Spanish across a full range of skills, withemphasis on critical reading and analytical writing. Prerequisite: AP Spanish Languageand Culture or department approval.*Y German 1 (EP, HP)2465 EP 2467 HPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 German emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal).Grammar, vocabulary, and culture are introduced thematically with meaningful, authentictext and audiovisual materials. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare thestudent for future AP work including more exposure to authentic materials. Proficiencygoal is Novice High.*Y German 2 (EP, HP)2469 EP 2471 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 2 German, students continue to develop the speaking, listening, reading, andwriting skills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational,Interpersonal). Grammar, vocabulary and culture are introduced thematically withmeaningful, authentic text and audiovisual materials. The Honors Prep course isdesigned to prepare the student for future AP work. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low.Y German 3 (EP, HP)2473 EP 2475 HPNCAA Approval HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn German 3, emphasis is on strengthening skills in the three communicative modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) while building on grammar and vocabularyacquired in the first two years. Students will interact with a variety of multimedia materialsin authentic cultural contexts. The Honors Prep course is designed to prepare the studentfor future AP work. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Mid (EP, HP).Y German 4 (EP, HP)2477 EP 2479 HPNCAA Approval HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe level 4 course includes a review of grammatical concepts and a continued emphasison vocabulary acquisition by connecting German to other disciplines. Students in German4 continue to develop interpersonal and presentational communication skills whilediscussing German, Austrian, and Swiss history and contemporary society in German.Both the EP and HP courses stress the use of German in analyzing and discussingCurriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 68reading selections from literature and print and audio-visual media. The 4HP courseincludes additional practice in advanced grammar. Y German 5 (EP,HP)2517 EP 2519 HPNCAA Approval pending at time of publication HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe level 5 course takes learners from the intermediate level to advanced. In so doing,students will be challenged to masterfully utilize all grammatical structures, expansivevocabularies, and knowledge of the German-speaking world in various presentational,interpretive, and interpersonal projects. The EP course involves a final presentation ona topic of one's own choosing. For HP, a final, long paper as well as presentation willcombine all of the aforementioned skills in a formal, academic register.Y AP German2481 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe AP German Language course prepares students to demonstrate proficiency acrossthree communicative modes (Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational) and the fivegoal areas outlined in the Standards for World Language Learning in the 21st Century(Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities). Proficiencygoal: Intermediate High. Students are required to take the AP German Language andCulture Exam at the end of the course. Prerequisite: 3HP or 4HP and/or departmentalapproval.*Y Japanese 1 (EP, HP)2483 EP 2485 HPNCAA ApprovedThe course places an emphasis on the spoken aspects of learning the language and onmasteringhiragana and katakana, the Japanese phonetic syllabaries. In addition to speaking andlistening skills, the Japanese writing system, using KANJI (characters of Chinese origin),will be introduced gradually through reading and writing practice. Basic elements ofJapanese culture will also be addressed. Prerequisite: EP English unless the student isa heritage speaker.*Y Japanese 2 (EP, HP)2487 EP 2489 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThe course continues to emphasize vocabulary development, reading comprehension,oral communication, and simple composition of the Japanese language. Informal speechis introduced and expanded upon, and by the end of level 2 students should be familiarwith this more natural way of speaking. Reading and writing practices will continue usingKANJI (characters of Chinese origin). Aspects of Japanese culture and everyday life willbe covered.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 69Y Japanese 3 (EP, HP)2491 EP 2493 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionJapanese 3 is an advanced level course that builds on the grammar, vocabulary, writtenlanguage, and cultural lessons learned in levels 1 and 2. This course uses moreextensive cultural themes to introduce and/or reinforce language concepts. Lessonsin level 3 equip students with the skills needed for writing traditional letters, discussingthe experience of learning Japanese, navigating popular attractions around Tokyo, usingproper etiquette during meals, and more. Y Japanese 4 (HP)5495 HPNCAA Approval HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course will use authentic Japanese language materials to discuss various culturaltopics. Coursework provides students with opportunities to performintermediate-to-advanced-level tasks and prepares students to demonstrate their level ofJapanese proficiency across the three communicative modes (Interpersonal, Interpretive,and Presentational). Its aim is to provide students with ongoing and varied opportunitiesto further develop their proficiencies across the full range of language skills within acultural frame of reference reflective of the richness of the Japanese language andcultures.Y AP Japanese2497 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course will use authentic Japanese language materials to discuss various culturaltopics. Coursework provides students with opportunities to performintermediate-to-advanced-level tasks and prepares students to demonstrate their level ofJapanese proficiency across the three communicative modes (Interpersonal, Interpretive,and Presentational). Its aim is to provide students with ongoing and varied opportunitiesto further develop their proficiencies across the full range of language skills within acultural frame of reference reflective of the richness of the Japanese language andcultures, as they prepare for the AP Japanese Exam. Students are required to take theAP Japanese Exam at the end of the course. Note: Department Chair approvalrequired.*Y Mandarin Chinese 1 (EP, HP)2499 EP 2501 HPNCAA ApprovedLevel 1 Chinese emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills in the three communicative modes (Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal).Grammar, vocabulary, and general Chinese culture are introduced thematically withmeaningful, authentic audio-visual materials. Handling basic communication skills of dailylife topics with simple sentences is a main part of the course. Proficiency goal isnovice-mid to novice-high. Prerequisite: EP English unless the student is a heritagespeaker.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 70*Y Mandarin Chinese 2 (EP, HP)2503 EP 2505 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn level 2 Chinese, students continue to develop the speaking, listening, reading, andwriting skills in the three communication modes (Interpretive, Presentational,Interpersonal). More grammar and vocabulary are presented as part of culturally richthematic units for students to conduct daily conversations and to read simplelevel-appropriate authentic articles. Proficiency goal is novice-high to intermediate-low.Y Mandarin Chinese 3 (EP, HP)2507 EP 2509 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionChinese 3 emphasizes strengthening skills in the three communication modes(Interpretive, Presentational, Interpersonal) through additional vocabulary and moresophisticated grammar in culturally rich themes. The honors prep course is designed toprepare the student for future AP work. Proficiency goal is Intermediate Low-Mid.Y Mandarin Chinese 4 (EP, HP)2511 EP 2513 HPNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis advanced course stresses the use of the target language in analyzing anddiscussing popular social, cultural and historical topics that influence Chinese people’slife. Current events related to students’ lives will also be discussed. Students will interactwith a variety of multimedia materials in authentic cultural contexts. There is a continuedemphasis on the development of practical communication skills in the three modes. TheHonors Prep Course is designed to prepare the student for future AP work. Proficiencygoal is Intermediate Mid.Y AP Mandarin Chinese2515 APNCAA Approved HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis course will use authentic Chinese language materials to discuss various culturaltopics. It deepens students’ immersion into the language and cultures of theChinese-speaking world. It places emphasis on using the language holistically in aculturally appropriate context. Course work reflects the proficiencies exhibited throughoutthe intermediate range. Students are required to take the AP Mandarin Chinese Exam atthe end of the course. NOTE: Approval of Chinese teacher and department chairneeded.Curriculum Offerings – World Languages

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 71COMPUTER SCIENCEWoodward counts AP Computer Science courses only in its Core GPA. The GSFC counts only APComputer Science courses in its calculation for the HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships. NCAA doesnot recognize Computer Science Courses as core courses.S (Fall and Spring) Introduction to Digital Technologies (EP, HP) Grades 9-122651 Fall 2652 Spring EP2653 Fall 2654 Spring HPThis is a foundational project-based computer science course for students interested ingrowing their understanding of how our digital world impacts their personal lives and oursociety as a whole. Students will create multimedia digital narratives consisting ofwebsites using HTML and CSS programming languages, mobile applications using theReact Native framework, and computationally-generated music using Python in GeorgiaTech’s Earsketch software. When applied, these digital technologies will help solve aunique, authentic, and culturally relevant challenge or problem that is personally impactfulto each student. This course is designed for beginner level programmers and satisfies theprerequisite requirement for AP Computer Science Principles. Prerequisite: none.S (Fall and Spring) Embedded Computing (HP) Grades 9-122655 Fall 2656 Spring HPIn this single semester course, students will learn how to integrate circuits, programming,microcontrollers, design, and fabrication to complete hands-on projects that demonstratehow easy it is to build devices and games that solve problems or just entertain us.Students will explore these concepts using various sensors, electrical components, andworkshop tools & equipment. This course is also designed for self-directed students thathave an interest in continuing or enhancing previous projects or diving deeper into aSTEM topic of their choice. Prerequisite: None.Y AP Computer Science Principles Grades 10-122657 AP HOPE Rigor RecognitionIn this Advanced Placement course, the equivalent to a first-semester introductorycollege computing course, students will learn computer science by investigating atechnology topic of their choice and building a socially useful mobile app. AP ComputerScience Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlyingprinciples of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects ofprogramming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurityconcerns, and computing impacts. Students must take the AP Computer SciencePrinciples AP exam, an examination for possible college credit, at the end of the course.Technology: JavaScript. Prerequisite: Honors College Prep Math, Introduction toIntroduction to Digital Technologies, Embedded Computing, or permission of theDepartment Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Computer Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 72Y AP Computer Science Grades 10-122659 AP HOPE Rigor RecognitionThis Advanced Placement course, the equivalent to a first-semester introductory collegecomputing course, involves theories of computer science and programming in Java.Topics include object-oriented program and class design, program implementation,program analysis, effective use of array data structures, and standard searching andsorting algorithms. Students design programs, develop algorithms it needs, and writecode to implement them. Students must take the AP Computer Science AP exam, anexamination for possible college credit, at the end of the course. Technology: Java.Prerequisite: AP Computer Science Principles or permission of the Department Chair.Y Advanced Robotics (HP)2651 HPThis is a co-taught computer science and engineering course focused on teams ofstudents applying the engineering design process to the construction of competitivesolutions to the annual FIRST Tech Challenge and Robotics Competition. Students willgrow their knowledge of mechanical design, electrical systems, and fluid power conceptsand apply them to their robot builds. Student leadership development, teamcollaboration, and problem solving will be at the core of the skills exercised at theconclusion of each student’s high school robotics experience. Prerequisites: priororganized robotics or engineering course/club experience, or permission of theDepartment Chair. Note: This course can be taken multiple years.Y Engineering 101 (EP, HP) Grades 9-122663 EP 2665 HPIn this first engineering course, students will be introduced to various engineeringdisciplines and their foundational concepts. Students will learn how to apply theseconcepts and the engineering design process through team collaboration, hands-ondesign projects, and proper documentation in a digital design notebook. Students willlearn how to safely use engineering lab tools, equipment, and software to design and buildsolutions to authentic challenges and problems in our community. Software utilized in thecourse may include Google SketchUp, Bridge Builder, and OnShape for drafting digitaldesigns. Example hands-on projects may include designing & building structurally soundcardboard furniture, custom architectural tiny house models, wood and metal CNCfabrication projects, and custom 3D printed devices.Y Engineering 201 (HP) Grades 10-122667 HPThis second year engineering course allows students to dive deeper into appliedtechnologies explored in Engineering 101 to enhance their engineered solutions toreal-world challenges in our community and world. Project themes will include designingand building solutions that address immediate school or community needs, one or more ofthe UN’s 17 Goals for Sustainability, and/or more rigorous engineering design competitiveevent themes such conventional fabrication & construction, space travel, computer aidedmanufacturing, architecture, or alternative energy. Students will work in teacher-ledproject teams, gain mastery levels on lab tools and equipment and construct their designCurriculum Offerings – Computer Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 73solutions while applying the engineering design process. Prerequisite: Introduction toEngineering 101S (Spring) Artificial Intelligence (EP, HP) Grades 9-122682 EP 2684 HPOver eight modules, students explore AI applications, ethical considerations, andreal-world project development. Beginning with hands-on activities, participants delve intothe impact of AI on daily life, narrow down topics of interest, and craft AI-solvableproblem statements. Modules cover ethics, machine learning fundamentals, projectevaluation, data privacy, and practical application development. The course culminates incritical evaluation, testing, and reflection on personal and professional growth. By theend, students gain a deep understanding of AI principles and practical skills, ready tocontribute to the dynamic world of artificial intelligence. Join us on this transformativejourney!S (Spring) Capstone Dilemmas in Science and Technology (EP,HP) Grade 122676 EP 2678 HPSatisfies Compassion Capstone RequirementThis course examines the concept of ethical dilemmas in science and technology. Ethicsrefers to the philosophical study of how we view what is morally right and wrong. In thiscourse, we will consider recent advances in areas of science and technology as well asthe potential positive and negative consequences that our society might incur in responseto the expansion or growth of these innovations. Ultimately, students will select andresearch various perspectives of a controversial innovation in science or technology.Students will substantiate and recommend a course of action for a particular innovationbased on their evidence-based personal perspective.S (Fall) Python Programing at Tech (HP) Grade 122669 HPThis one-semester course represents the equivalent of the CS1301 course taught atGeorgia Tech. Through a unique partnership, Woodward students enroll in the sameonline course, complete the same labs, and tackle the same tests as Georgia Techstudents. Expect to integrate the Georgia Tech curriculum with fantasy sport dataanalytics. This course represents the pinnacle of the coding curriculum at Woodward.Technology: Python. Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the DepartmentChair.S (Fall or Spring) Independent Study in Computer Science (HP) Grade 122679 Fall 2680 Spring HPThis one-semester course develops technological analysis and synthesis skills, permitsindependent work investigating the theory and practice of a significant facet oftechnology, and offers opportunities to experiment, research and develop technologysolutions beyond what is offered in the existing curriculum. Students propose asubstantial project and detail their progress throughout the semester. Students workeither directly with the department chair or an approved outside mentor. Prerequisite:Enrollment requires permission of the Department Chair. Note: This course may be takenboth semesters with Department Chair approval.Curriculum Offerings – Computer Science

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 74PERFORMING ARTS(1/2 unit required of visual or performing arts; except for AP,none of the grades from these classes count in the CORE GPA)Students must complete their art graduation requirement before taking an R period.Y Concert and Concert Fundamentals Band and Symphonic Winds (EP, HP) Grades 9-122701 (Concert and Concert Fundamentals Band) EP2703 (Concert and Concert Fundamentals Band) HP2705 (Symphonic Winds) HPWoodward’s Performing Arts department offers three band classes: ConcertFundamentals Band which is for students of a pre-intermediate level needing tocomplete additional developmental work before entering the Concert Band; ConcertBand which is an Intermediate, developing, performing group; and the SymphonicWinds which is the Academy’s most advanced group and responsible for all majormusical presentations at Woodward. Membership in either the Concert Fundamentalsclass or Concert Band organization carries Enriched Prep Credit. Honors Prep credit forConcert Band may be given (with permission of instructor only) to a member whosework is extended by range and quality beyond the regular class. Membership in theSymphonic Winds carries Honors Prep credit and requires a commitment to excellencein daily collaborative work and individual practice by each member of this organization.Symphonic Winds students are strongly encouraged to arrange and take regular privatelessons during the class term. In all band classes, a full year of membership is expected.Note: Enrollment in any of these groups requires prior musical training and is onlythrough an individual audition with the Director of Bands. Performance participation ismandatory for all of these courses.Y Capstone Band (HP) Grade 122707 HPBoth semesters must be taken to satisfy the Compassion Capstone RequirementThis course is a band instruction and performance class for advanced musicians.Students must audition and be accepted into Symphonic Winds to participate in thisCapstone course. In addition to rehearsing and performing with the Symphonic Winds,Capstone students will prepare an individual project, under the guidance of their musicteacher, concerning how the music performed that year, or music in general, advancescompassion and empathy in the world. Limited class time will be available to completethis project. It will be completed largely outside of class. Finally, students will presenttheir project at a Showcase during Experience the Arts Day or in another appropriateforum. Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Students must receive approval from theUpper School Administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, or Academic Dean) in orderto take a year-long non-core Capstone course. Performance participation ismandatory.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 75S (Fall) Introduction to Music Production (EP) Grades 9-122709 EPThis semester course is an overview and introduction to electronic and computer-basedmusic technology and music production. The course includes fundamentals of GarageBand software, song construction, music arranging, and midi recording. Note: Previousmusical training, while helpful, is not a prerequisite for this course, and grading is basedon effort and progress—not musical ability. May be taken one time.S (Spring) Advanced Music Production (HP) Grades 9-122712 HPThis semester course is a continuation of the skills learned in Introduction to MusicProduction 1. This course moves into the more advanced Logic software. Students will becreating their own compositions. Prerequisite: Introduction to Music Production 1and permission of instructor. Note: Previous musical training, while helpful, is not aprerequisite for this course, and grading is based on effort and progress—not musicalability. May be taken one time.S (Fall and Spring) Beginning/Intermediate Guitar (EP) Grade 9-121609 Fall 2714 Spring EPThis course covers the basic Guitar techniques and music reading skills. BeginningGuitar Levels 1 and 2, Intermediate Guitar levels 3, 4 and 5. Class size is limited withpriority given to older grades.S (Fall and Spring) Intermediate/Advanced Guitar (HP) Grades 9-121580 Fall 2718 Spring HPThis course covers intermediate and advanced techniques on the guitar and musicliterature. Levels 6, 7, 8. Prerequisite: Beginning/Intermediate guitar and/or permissionof the instructor. Note: Students may take one semester or continue on for as manyas their schedule will allow. Each semester taken equates to one level. In any oneyear, students may group classes together (i.e. Beginning Guitar with IntermediateGuitar or Intermediate Guitar with Advanced Guitar). With instructor permission,may be repeated.Y Chamber Orchestra (EP, HP) Grades 9-122719 EP 2721 HPThis orchestra class is made up of orchestra students (violin, viola, cello, and bass).Students in this ensemble must have some previous playing experience. This ensemblefocuses on previously learned concepts at the intermediate level. Three publicperformances are given each year. A full year of involvement is expected. Note:Enrollment in the course and the level requires audition and permission of the instructor.Performance participation is mandatory.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 76Y Philharmonia (HP) Grades 9-122723 HPThis is an audition-only group made up of orchestra students (violin, viola, cello, andbass). Students in this ensemble must have previous experience at an advanced level ofplaying. This ensemble focuses on previously learned concepts at the advanced level.Three public performances are given each year. Note: Enrollment in the course andlevel requires audition and permission from the instructor. Performance participation ismandatory.Y String Machine (HP) Grades 9-122725 HPThis is an audition-only group made up of orchestra students (violin, viola, cello, andbass). Students in this ensemble must have previous experience at a highly advancedlevel of playing. This ensemble focuses on previously learned concepts at the advancedlevel. Five public performances are given each year. A full year of involvement isexpected. Note: Enrollment in the course and level requires audition and permission fromthe instructor. Performance participation is mandatory.Y Capstone Orchestra (HP) Grade 122727 HPBoth semesters must be taken to satisfy the Compassion Capstone RequirementThis course is an instruction and performance class for advanced musicians made up oforchestra students (violin, viola, cello, and bass). Students in this course must haveprevious experience at an advanced level of playing. Students must audition and beaccepted into Philharmonia or String Machine in order to participate in this Capstonecourse. In addition to rehearsing and performing with the Philharmonia or StringMachine, Capstone students will prepare an individual project, under the guidance oftheir music teacher, concerning how the music performed that year, or music in general,advances compassion and empathy in the world. Limited class time will be available tocomplete this project. It will be completed largely outside of class. Finally, students willpresent their project at a Showcase during Experience the Arts Day or in anotherappropriate forum. Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Students must receiveapproval from the Upper School Administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, orAcademic Dean) in order to take a year-long non-core Capstone course. Performanceparticipation is mandatory. Y Choraliers (EP, HP) Grades 9-102729 EP 2731 HPThis course is the choral instruction and performance class for beginning throughadvanced students. Students who also participate in Jazz Choir may receive HonorsPrep credit. A full year of involvement is required. Note: Enrollment requires anaudition. Performance participation is mandatory.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 77Y Festival Singers (EP, HP) Grades 11-122733 EP 2735 HPThis course is the choral instruction and performance class for advanced musicians.Students who also participate in Jazz Choir or Camerata may receive Honors Prep credit.Festival Singers students are strongly encouraged to arrange and take regular privatelessons in either voice or piano during the class term. A full year of membership isrequired. Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Performance participation ismandatory.Y Capstone Choir (EP, HP) Grade 12 2737 EP 2739 HPBoth semesters must be taken to satisfy the Compassion Capstone RequirementThis course is a choral instruction and performance class for advanced musicians. Students must audition for and be accepted into Festival Singers to participate in thisCapstone course. Students who also participate in Jazz Choir or Camerata may receiveHonors Prep credit. In addition to rehearsing and performing with the Festival Singers,Capstone students will prepare an individual project, under the guidance of their musicteacher, concerning how the music performed that year, or music in general, advancescompassion and empathy in the world. Limited class time will be available to completethis project. It will be completed largely outside of class. Finally, students will presenttheir project at a Showcase during Experience the Arts Day or in another appropriateforum. Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Students must receive approval from theUpper School Administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, or Academic Dean) in orderto take a year-long non-core Capstone course. Performance participation ismandatory.Y AP Music Theory Grades 11-122741 APThis course focuses on the continued development and building of the skills necessaryfor students who are preparing for a career in music. The course concentrates on thestudy of harmony while also stressing ear training, terminology, and music notation. Astrong background in music reading is highly recommended; a background in pianostudy, while not required, is also helpful. Note: Enrollment requires the recommendationof a Woodward music faculty member and permission of the instructor. Students mustalso be concurrently enrolled in chorus, band, or strings.Y Beginning Dance (EP) Grades 9-122743 EPThis class is designed for beginner/Intermediate dance students in the areas of Ballet,Modern, Jazz, Choreography and Improvisation. Students will be able to challengethemselves as young artists and develop their technique and creativity through the art ofdance. No dance experience or audition is required. A full year of involvement isexpected. Performance participation is mandatory. Note: Enrollment requirespermission from the instructor.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 78Y Intermediate Dance (EP) Grades 9-122745 EPThis class is designed for more advanced dance students in the areas of Ballet, Modern,Jazz, Choreography and Improvisation. Students will be able to challenge themselves asyoung artists and develop their technique and creativity through the art of dance. A fullyear of involvement is expected. Performance participation is mandatory. Note:Enrollment requires permission from the instructor.Y Advanced Dance (HP) Grades 9-122747 HPThis is an audition-only group composed of members of the Woodward Academy DanceEnsemble. In addition to a regularly-scheduled class for instruction in technique,members meet on Tuesday and Thursday after school. Students in this ensemble musthave previous experience at a highly advanced level. A full year of commitment isexpected. Performance participation is mandatory. Note: Enrollment in this courseand level requires an audition and permission from the instructor.Y Capstone Dance (EP, HP) Grade 122749 EP 2751 HPThis course is for Intermediate and Advanced Dance students only. Students mustaudition for and be accepted into Intermediate or Advanced Dance to participate in thisCapstone course. In addition to rehearsing and performing in the YoungChoreographer’s Showcase and the Spring Dance concert, Capstone students will berequired to create an individual dance project under the guidance of their teacher. Inaddition to choreography, this project will encompass various art modalities; poetry, film,a Ted Talk, photography or even spoken word. This dance project must focus on theimportance and deeper meaning of Compassion and Empathy in our world, and mustutilize the language of movement to convey this message. It will be created andrehearsed largely outside of class, and will be presented at the Spring Dance Concert.Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Students must receive approval from the UpperSchool Administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, or Academic Dean) in order to takea year-long non-core Capstone course.S (Fall and Spring ) Dance Fitness (EP) Grades 9-122753 Fall 2754 Spring EPThis course can fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement or an elective requirement.Dance Fitness is made up of ten different classes: Pilates, Core Focus, Legs and Glutes,Cardio, Step, New York City Ballet Workout, Body Sculpt, Stretch and Tone, CircuitTraining, and Yoga. Included are an emphasis on nutrition, anatomy/physiology, andinjury prevention. Students journal personal fitness goals for each semester and work outas a supportive team in order to accomplish these goals. There is no performancecomponent to this course. Students should select Dance Fitness (CP) on page 92 if theywish to take the course as the required PE/Health credit. This course may be repeatedfor elective credit.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 79S (Fall and Spring) Beginning Acting (EP) Grades 9-122455 Fall 2756 Spring EPOffered in fall and spring semesters for students in grades 9-12, this course introducesthe basics of action and play production. Students will learn improvisation, voice, diction,and acting. Structure, varieties of drama, and history may be included. Students willlearn about the principle elements of performance study, acting technique, and directingthrough monologue work, scene study, and a final showcase performance. This courseserves as a fine arts credit and is a prerequisite for Advanced Acting, PerformanceEnsemble, and Directing. Note: Performance participation is mandatory.Y Advanced Acting (EP, HP) Grades 10-122757 EP 2759 HPThis course focuses on the critical development of the actor. Students will learn aboutcontemporary and classical performance literature through monologue and scene study.This course will introduce the student to playwrights and genres not covered in BeginningActing. Students will study advanced acting methods and techniques that will culminateinto a final showcase. To receive HP credit for this class, students will participate indirecting for the stage. Students will learn about the role and function of the director.They will also learn the basic tools for blocking and staging, including composition,movement, and picturization. Students will learn how to teach basic actor coachingtechniques, and there will be some script analysis. EP Prerequisite: Beginning Acting.HP Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Note: Performance participation ismandatory.S (Fall and Spring) Topics in Theatre: Performance (HP) Grades 9-122761 Fall 2762 Spring HPThis flexible course focuses in depth on special areas in theatrical performance. Topicsvary from semester to semester; examples include but are not limited to Musical Theatre,Puppetry, Voice Over, Movement for the stage, Shakespeare, Improvisation, SketchComedy, and Devised Theatre. Please check with the instructor to discover the topicscovered for next year. With the permission of the instructor, may be repeated whentopics vary.Y Performance Ensemble: (HP) Grades 11-122763 HPThis course will hone the students’ skills through scene study and monologues, studentdirection, and students will learn advanced acting methods and techniques. During thefall semester, students are required to perform in the Georgia High School One ActCompetition. There will be a few mandatory after school and weekend rehearsals for thiscompetition close to performance dates. Students are expected to be at all One Actperformances at school and competition. Prerequisite: Advanced Acting, audition,and/or permission of the instructor. Note: Performance participation is mandatory.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 80Y Capstone Theatre: Performance Ensemble (HP) Grade 122765 HPThis course is an honors and advanced level class for students who are interested inadvancing their understanding of acting and theatre. Students must audition for and beaccepted into Performance Ensemble to participate in this Capstone course. Students willalso participate in Performance Ensemble, the Fall II One Act Play, all class showcases,and Experience the Arts Day. Under the guidance of the theatre teacher, capstonestudents will prepare an individual project that encompasses an understanding ofcompassion and empathy in the world of theatre and our community as a whole.Students will apply acting methods, script analysis, and directing to these projects. Thefinal project will be created and rehearsed largely outside of class, and will be presentedat the Spring Theatre Showcase. Note: Enrollment requires an audition. Students mustreceive approval from the Upper School Administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, orAcademic Dean) in order to take a year-long non-core Capstone course.S (Fall and Spring) Topics in Theatre: Tech (HP) Grades 9-122767 Fall 2768 Spring HPA flexible course, focusing in depth on special areas in theatrical design and technology.Topics vary from semester to semester, examples include but are not limited to: StageManagement, Stage Makeup, Prop Making, Lighting for the stage, Costume Making, andTechnical Direction. Please check with the instructor to discover the topics covered fornext year. May be repeated when topics vary.S (Fall and Spring) Introduction to Stagecraft (EP) Grades 9-122769 Fall 2770 Spring EPThis is an introductory, semester-long course examining the principles and practicescommonly used in theatrical stagecraft. Included are the equipment, basic use, and thebest practices of lighting, sound, painting, and construction. Upon completion of thiscourse, students will have familiarity with hand and power tools, lighting instruments, aswell as a variety of sound equipment. This class is an excellent first step for thoseinterested in theatre technology as it combines active learning and a hands-on styleclassroom. This class meets during the academic day and may not be repeated for credit.This course is a prerequisite for Technical Theatre Production and Principles of TheatricalDesign.S (Fall and Spring) Technical Theatre Production (HP) Grades 10-121559 Fall 2774 Spring HPThis course provides the opportunity to learn and apply the crafts and technologiesnecessary to the successful completion of a theatrical production. Technical Theatrestudents receive training in theatrical lighting, scenic construction, sound reinforcement,scenic painting, rigging, and theatre safety. Technical Theatre is hands-on, focused onthe full artistic realization of Woodward Academy theatrical productions and otherperforming arts department (band, choir, orchestra, and dance) programs with technicalneeds. Prerequisite: Stagecraft. May be repeated for credit.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 81Y Principles of Theatrical Design (HP) Grades 11-122775 HPThis year-long course covers the basic principles of scenic, lighting, and sound design. Looking at scripts from the designer’s perspective, upon completion, students will have aworking knowledge of moving from page to stage via their own scenic, lighting, costume,and sound design. Students entering this class should already possess a workingunderstanding of stagecraft terminology and practice. This class is an exploration of thedesigner’s process through hands-on projects and group discussion. This class meetsduring the academic day. Prerequisite: Stagecraft. May be repeated with the Director ofTheatre’s permission.Y Capstone Technical Theatre: Principles of Theatrical Design (HP) Grade 122777 HPThis course is for advanced students only. Students must audition for and be acceptedinto Theatrical Design to participate in this Capstone course. Under the guidance of thetechnical theatre teacher, Capstone students will prepare an individual project thatshowcases the understanding of compassion and empathy created by the world oftheatre through the elements of design. This project could include Set Design, LightDesign, Costume Design, Makeup design, or Sound Design. It is the designer’s job tocreate an environment or mood so that an audience can in turn have their ownexperience that includes an empathetic response. This will engage the students toilluminate and reflect personal growth and knowledge. The final project will be collectedin the style of a portfolio including: research journal, drafts, models, sketches,photographs of building, collaboration with others, performance. It will be completed bothin and outside of class. Note: Students must receive approval from the Upper SchoolAdministration (Principal, Assistant Principal, or Academic Dean) in order to take ayear-long non-core Capstone course.S (Fall and Spring) Intro to Broadcast and Video Production (EP) Grades 9-122779 Fall 2780 Spring EP This course introduces video as an art form and establishes a foundation of skills forcommunication through television. Students learn to use video cameras andmicrophones as well as to edit on non-linear computers and to learn production skills fortheir video projects. The course provides opportunities to participate in each phase ofvideo production with emphasis of design in composition exercises. Note: Noprerequisite is required, but enrollment is limited by equipment. S (Fall and Spring) Advanced Broadcast (HP) Grades 10-122781 Fall 2782 Spring HPThis course is for the serious production student who has successfully completedprevious broadcast courses. Students will work as Directors, Technical Directors,Camera Operators, Commentators, and will work with a variety of video switchers andlive graphics. The course focuses on live video production skills and web streaming. Thiscourse requires a time commitment outside of the school day including some nights andweekends. Prerequisites: Introduction to Film and Video Production. NOTE: Thiscourse may be taken both semesters.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 82S (Fall and Spring) Film Studies (EP) Grades 9-122793 Fall 2794 Spring EPThis course exposes students to the history of film as both an art form and as a profitableindustry. Students will learn about how film emerged in the late 1800s and quicklydeveloped into a global phenomenon. Film aesthetics, genres, and techniques will bediscussed as students will learn how the social aspects of each time period helped filmevolve into what we know it as today. Note: Class requires permission from theinstructor.S (Fall and Spring) Introduction to Film (EP) Grades 9-122795 Fall 2796 Spring EPIn this film class, film students will learn the basics of screenwriting through readingscripts and watching films. Students will then translate their written scripts to the screen.Production and Post-Production elements will also be taught, as students will immersethemselves in crafting visual stories. Note: Class requires permission from the instructor.Y Advanced Film (HP) Grades 10-122797 HPIn this intermediate film class, students will translate their written scripts to thescreen. Production and Post-Production elements will also be taught, as students willimmerse themselves in crafting visual stories. Prerequisites: Introduction to Storytellingof Introduction to Film and Cinema Studies or Film Studies.Y Independent Study in Performing Art (HP) Grade 121668 HPThis year-long course permits independent work investigating the theory and practice of asignificant facet of performing art beyond what is offered in the existing curriculum.Students propose a substantial project in their area of emphasis and detail their progressthroughout the year, while being mentored by a specific performing art instructor.Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the instructor and the Department Chair.throughout the year, while being mentored by a specific performing art instructor.Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the instructor and the Department Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 83CO-CURRICULAR PERFORMING ARTS ACTIVITIESThese offerings are available during free time, before, or after school. Co-curricular performingarts activities designated as year-long (Y) require a commitment for the entire academic year.Students who remain in the activity after the end of the fall drop/add period are expected toparticipate for the rest of the school year.S (Fall) Marching Band Auxiliary (Color Guard)Membership is only through audition and by selection of the Color Guard Instructor andthrough a special contractual arrangement with the Director of Bands.S (Fall) Marching BandMembership is only through audition, selection and special contractual arrangement withthe Director of Bands.Y Jazz Band— Enrollment requires an audition.Y Camerata Singers— Enrollment requires an audition.Y Jazz Choir— Enrollment requires audition.S Fall Theater Production 1 and 2—Enrollment requires an audition.τS Spring Theater Production 3—Enrollment requires an audition.ττSee the school calendar for audition dates and times.NOTE: For additional charge, private lessons are available in piano, strings, voice, woodwinds,brass, and percussion.Curriculum Offerings – Performing Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 84VISUAL ARTS(1/2 unit required of visual or performing arts;none of the grades of these classes count in the Core GPA)Students must complete their art graduation requirement before taking an R period.NO STUDENT MAY REQUEST MORE THAN 2 SEMESTERS OF VISUAL ART ANY SCHOOLYEAR. DURING REGISTRATION, STUDENTS MAY LIST AN ALTERNATE ART CLASS BUTSHOULD ALSO LIST A NON-VISUAL ART CLASS AS AN ALTERNATE. ALL STUDENTSMUST HAVE AN UPPER SCHOOL ART TEACHER’S APPROVAL TO ENTER THE COURSESAT THE ON-LINE REGISTRATION SITE.τS (Fall) Design Studio 1 (EP) Grades 9-122801 EPThis studio class is a fundamental course for the student who wants to try a variety of artmedia in one semester. Students will be introduced to the elements and principles ofdesign through the creation of two-dimensional compositions using drawing, design, andprintmaking. This is a general art class which meets the one semester fine artrequirement and is also an introduction to art.τSee above underlined note.S (Spring) Design Studio 2 (EP) Grades 9-122802 EPThis studio class is a continuation of Design Studio 1. Students will use 2-D and 3-Ddesign elements and principles to explore more complex design problems. A variety of artmaterials and media will be implemented to build on concepts and lessons from DesignStudio 1. Prerequisite: Design Studio 1τSee above underlined note.S (Fall) Drawing 1 (EP) Grades 9-122803 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer the student the opportunity to explore a varietyof techniques and media emphasizing drawing. Exploring the elements of line, value,space, shape, texture, and different tools for drawing are key.τSee above underlinednote.S (Spring) Drawing 2 (EP) Grades 9-122804 EPThis second semester of drawing is concerned with learning a variety of approaches tosolving problems in drawing. It will build upon the foundation of Drawing 1 with theintroduction of color. Intensive study of two-dimensional surface treatment, illusion ofspace, and the structure of objects will be explored. Prerequisite: Drawing 1τSeeabove underlined note.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 85S (Fall) Sculpture 1 (EP) Grades 9-122805 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer the student experimentation in 3-dimensionaldesign. Materials such as paper, plaster, wood, clay, and wire will be used forconstruction.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Sculpture 2 (EP) Grades 9-122806 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer an advanced experience working withthree-dimensional elements. Students will explore a variety of new materials, techniques,and approaches to solving spatial problems. Prerequisite: Sculpture1.τSee underlinednote at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Sculpture (HP) Grades 11-122807 HPThis course is designed to offer the highly motivated student a year-long study ofsculptural forms. Many different materials and techniques will be explored to enableindividual expression. Prerequisite: Sculpture 1 and 2, Ceramics 1 and 2, andpermission of Instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlined note at the beginning ofthe Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Sculpture 2 (HP) Grade 122809 HPThis course is designed to offer the highly motivated student continued study of sculpturalforms. Many different materials and techniques will be explored to enable individualexpression. Students are encouraged to develop and pursue personal style anddirection. Prerequisite: Advanced Sculpture and permission of Instructor andDepartment Chair.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Fall) Fiber Arts 1 (EP) Grades 9-122811 EPThis studio class is designed to offer the student an opportunity to explore a wide varietyof materials and processes involved in the creation of textiles. Topics will include surfacedesign on fabric, dyeing, weaving and hand construction techniques. τSee underlinednote at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Fiber Arts 2 (EP) Grades 9-122812 EPThis studio class is a continuation of Fiber Arts 1. Students will use both traditional andnontraditional approaches to process and materials to create textiles. More complexdesign problems and techniques will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Fiber Arts 1τSeeunderlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 86S (Fall) Painting 1 (EP) Grades 10-122813 EPThis course starts with the basics of color mixing, brush handling, use of media,stretching of canvas, but advances to problem solving. Realistic and abstract approachesto communicate visually will be explored. Prerequisite: Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.τSeeunderlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Painting 2 (EP) Grades 10-122814 EPThis course is a continuing of Painting I with emphasis on response to color, form and afeeling for paint. Expressive techniques and a contemporary approach to painting will beexplored. Prerequisite: Painting 1.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the VisualArts section.Y Advanced Painting (HP) Grades 11-122815 HPThis course is a study of drawing and painting problems for the serious and highlymotivated art student. Students will be expected to continue to explore and enhance thefoundations of painting techniques and skills of Painting I and II. Students areencouraged to develop and pursue personal imagery, style, and direction. At the end ofthe course a portfolio of the course’s work will be expected. Prerequisite: Painting 1and 2 and written permission of the instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlinednote at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Painting 2 (HP) Grade 122817 HPThis course is a continued study of drawing and painting problems for the serious andhighly motivated art student. Students will be expected to continue to explore andenhance the foundations of painting techniques and skills of Advanced Painting.Students are encouraged to develop and pursue personal imagery, style, and direction.At the end of the course a portfolio of the course’s work will be expected. Prerequisite:Advanced Painting and written permission of the instructor and Department Chair.τSeeunderlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Fall) Photography 1 (EP) Grades 10-122819 EPThis course is designed to teach the student how to use a 35mm film camera; how to seethrough the camera, develop film, print film, do darkroom work; and how to exhibitphotos. Photographic design, composition, and expression are stressed. Note: A 35MMSLR (Single Lens Reflex) film Camera With a Manual Operation Mode is REQUIRED. ANikon FM-10 is recommended and should be brought to the first class.τSee underlinednote at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 87S (Spring) Photography 2 (EP) Grades 10-122820 EPThis course is designed to further explore camera and darkroom techniques withemphasis on advanced darkroom techniques using multiple images, high contrast,solarization, and alternative techniques. The use of a 4x5 camera, a holga camera, and apin-hole camera will also be explored. Prerequisite: Photography 1 and permission ofthe instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the VisualArts section.Y Advanced Photography (HP) Grades 11-122821 HPThis class is designed to further explore camera and darkroom techniques with emphasison independent work and experimentation. Alternative techniques will be emphasized.Developing the student’s own style and beyond-the-classroom work will be emphasized.Prerequisite: Photography 1 and 2 and permission of the Instructor and DepartmentChair.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Photography 2 (HP) Grade 122823 HPThis class is a continuing investigation into alternative techniques. Emphasis onindependent study and portfolio development will be stressed. Prerequisite: AdvancedPhotography 1 and permission of the Instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlinednote at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Fall) Jewelry Design 1 (EP) Grades 10-12 or permission of the instructor2825 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer a study in traditional metal techniques. The useof tools, materials, and techniques such as sawing metals, finishing metals, polishingmetals, and the fabrication of metals will be taught. Metals used will be brass, silver, andcopper.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Jewelry Design 2 (EP) Grades 10-12 or permission of the instructor2826 EPThis is a more advanced continuation of Jewelry 1. Cast objects, inlaying of metals, andadvanced techniques will be explored. Prerequisite: Jewelry 1τSee underlined note atthe beginning of the Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Jewelry Design (HP) Grades 11-122827 HPThis course is designed to offer the highly motivated student a yearlong study of jewelrydesign and metalsmithing. Alternative techniques and new materials will be explored toenable individual exploration and experimentation. Prerequisite: Jewelry 1 and Jewelry 2and permission of the Instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlined note at thebeginning of the Visual Arts section.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 88Y Advanced Jewelry Design 2 (HP) Grade 122829 HPThis course is designed to offer the highly motivated student continued study of jewelrydesign and metalsmithing. Alternative techniques and new materials will be explored toenable individual exploration and experimentation. Students are encouragedto develop and pursue personal style and direction. Prerequisite: Advanced Jewelry andpermission of the Instructor and Department Chair.τSee underlined note at thebeginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Fall) Ceramics 1 (EP) Grades 9-122831 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer students experiences in the techniques of claydesign through hand-building and glazing techniquesτSee underlined note at thebeginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Ceramics 2 (EP) Grade 9-122832 EPThis is a studio course designed to offer students an advanced experience in workingwith clay, including glaze formation, surface design, and alternative firing techniques.Prerequisite: Ceramics 1.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Artssection.Y Advanced Ceramics (HP) Grades 11-122833 HPThis course is designed to offer the highly motivated student a yearlong study ofceramics. Students will be introduced to a variety of wheel-throwing techniques. Studentswill utilize the pottery wheel to generate ceramic pieces and explore altering andcombining wheel-thrown and hand-built elements to create new sculptural forms. Glazes,alternative firing techniques, and surface treatments will also be explored. Prerequisite:Ceramics 1 and 2, and at least 1 Semester of another Visual Arts course.τSeeunderlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Y Advanced Ceramics 2 (HP) Grades 11-122835 HPThis course is a continued study of ceramics problems for serious and highly motivatedstudents. Students will be expected to continue to explore and enhance the foundationsof ceramic techniques and skills developed in Advanced Ceramics. Students will beencouraged to explore mixed media approaches to create sculptural and functionalforms. Prerequisite: Advanced Ceramics and written permission of the instructor andDepartment Chair.τSee underlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 89S (Fall) Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making 1 (EP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 with permissionfrom instructor)2837 EPSatisfies Compassion Capstone Requirement when taken in conjunction withEthical Dilemmas and Decision Making 2Students will explore an approach to ethics that is guided by a compassionate mindsetand grounded in basic human values that can be discerned from common sense,common experience and science. Students will build knowledge of the self, relationshipsand systems using creative expression, experiential learning, critical thinking andcontemplative exercises. Students will create art work, debate real world dilemmas andpropose solutions as compassionate change makers. Recommended for studentsinterested in positive psychology, service learning and art for social change.τSeeunderlined note at the beginning of the Visual Arts section.S (Spring) Ethical Dilemmas and Decision Making 2 (EP) Grade 12 (Grade 11 withpermission from instructor)2838 EPSatisfies Compassion Capstone Requirement when taken in conjunction withEthical Dilemmas and Decision Making 1Students will further develop a compassionate mindset by exploring an approach toethics that is grounded in basic human values that can be discerned from commonsense, common experience and science. Students will continue to build knowledge ofthe self, relationships and systems using creative expression, experiential learning,critical thinking and contemplative exercises. Students will create artwork, debate realworld dilemmas and propose solutions as compassionate change makers.Recommended for students interested in positive psychology, service learning and art forsocial change.τSee underlined note at the top of page 86.τSee underlined note at thebeginning of the Visual Arts section. Prerequisite: Ethical Dilemmas and DecisionMaking 1.Y Independent Study in Visual Art (HP) Grade 122839 HPThis year-long course permits independent work investigating the theory and practice of asignificant facet of visual art beyond what is offered in the existing curriculum. Studentspropose a substantial project in their area of emphasis and detail their progressthroughout the year, while being mentored by a specific visual art instructor.Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the instructor and the Department Chair.S (Fall) Independent Study in Visual Art (HP) Grade 122841 HPThis fall semester course permits independent work investigating the theory and practiceof a significant facet of visual art beyond what is offered in the existing curriculum.Students propose a substantial project in their area of emphasis and detail their progressthroughout the semester, while being mentored by a specific visual art instructor.Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the instructor and the Department Chair.S (Spring) Independent Study in Visual Art (HP) Grade 12Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 902842 HPThis spring semester course permits independent work investigating the theory andpractice of a significant facet of visual art beyond what is offered in the existingcurriculum. Students propose a substantial project in their area of emphasis and detailtheir progress throughout the semester, while being mentored by a specific visual artinstructor. Prerequisite: Enrollment requires permission of the instructor and theDepartment Chair.Curriculum Offerings – Visual Arts

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 91PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH(1/2 unit required; none of the grades in Physical Education and Health classes count inthe Core GPA)Students must complete their PE/Health graduation requirement before taking an R period.Students may fulfill the PE/Health graduation requirement by● Taking Physical Conditioning for Life; Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced Dance; orDance Fitness CPOr● Taking Physical Conditioning for Sports, playing a sport offered by the WoodwardAcademy Athletic Department for at least one complete season, or participating in theMarching Band and● Taking Health in either Freshman Foundations class or online Health through GeorgiaVirtual School (https://gavirtualschool.org).*S (Fall and Spring) Physical Conditioning for Life (CP)2631 Fall 2632 Spring CPThis course introduces skills, strategies, and information that can lead to healthy lifestylechoices. Students will participate in aerobic and anaerobic fitness activities, develop anappreciation of lifetime sports, and attend periodic health and wellness classes. CPRcertification and choking and foreign body removal for adults, children, and infants is partof the semester curriculum as well as training in use of AED machinery. This course maybe repeated for elective credit.*S (Fall and Spring) Physical Conditioning for Sports (CP) Grades 9-122633 Fall 2634 Spring2635 (Fall Zero Period) 2636 (Spring Zero Period)This course is designed to assist the competitive athlete and other students who desire toimprove physical strength, power, speed, and flexibility. The class is composed ofsessions that focus on weight training and movement skills, like jumping and runningtechnique. This course may be repeated for elective credit.*S (Fall and Spring) Dance Fitness (CP) Grades 9-122637 Fall 2638 Spring CPThis course can fulfill the PE/Health graduation requirement or a Fine Arts electiverequirement. Students should select Dance Fitness (EP) on page 80 if they wish to takethe course as the fine arts elective. Dance Fitness is made up of ten different classes:Pilates, Core Focus, Legs and Glutes, Cardio, Step, New York City Ballet Workout, BodySculpt, Stretch and Tone, Circuit Training, and Yoga. Students journal personal fitnessgoals for each semester and work out as a supportive team in order to accomplish thesegoals. The CP course also includes a health and wellness component. Included areemphases on nutrition, anatomy/physiology, and injury prevention. There is noperformance component to this course. This course may be repeated for elective credit.Curriculum Offerings – Physical Education

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 92LEARNING SUPPORT COURSES(None of these classes count in the Core GPA)S (Fall and Spring) Freshman Foundations (CP) Grade 92629 Fall 2630 Spring CPFreshman Foundations supports ninth grade students with a dedicated study period andalso provides students with coaching on organization, time management, goal setting,and communications skills. All students enrolled in Freshman Foundations will berequired to use the Upper School Daily Planner to keep track of assignments andassessments, as well as to record tutorial attendance. Additionally, over the course of thesemester, Health Education units will be taught to satisfy the Health graduationrequirement. Finally, students will receive periodic instruction about the “Woodward Way”and other topics to help orient them to the Upper School. All freshmen are encouraged totake at least one semester of Freshman Foundations (either S1 or S2), and may takeboth semesters if they desire.S (Fall and Spring) Study Strategies (CP) Grades 9-122603 Fall 2604 Spring CPThis course is designed for students who have diagnosed learning differences (whetheror not previously enrolled in the Transition Program). Other students may take thiscourse with permission from the Learning Support Department Chair. StudyStrategies supports student academic success through the following areas:self-advocacy, time management, note taking, academic self-monitoring, test prep, andorganizational skills. Because content is reshaped to address student needs, this coursemay be repeated as desired. Students will be assigned mandatory tutorial attendance,and teachers will maintain progress reports on grades and assignments. Specificassignments may be given on occasion to help students better understand and apply thelearning techniques covered.S Tools for College Success (CP) Grades 10 -122607 Fall 2608 Spring CPThis semester-long course is geared toward preparing students for academic success incollege and beyond. The course emphasizes the importance of time management,organization, independence, and awareness of academic standing while providing apositive environment to help students work toward achieving their academic goals.Specific assignments may be given on occasion to help students better understand andapply the learning techniques covered.S (Fall and Spring) Study Hall (No level attached) Grades 9-122611 Fall 2612 SpringThis semester-long period provides a quiet, monitored period to study during the schoolday. Ninth and tenth graders cannot have a R period and will often sign up for this classunless they need a more supportive environment. If an 11thor 12thgrader who has an Rperiod is on the D and F list or has an incomplete, the office of the Academic Dean willplace him or her into a study hall class that meets at the time of his or her R period.Study Hall does not grant credit, nor do students receive a grade that counts in any GPA.Curriculum Offerings – Physical Education

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 93S (Fall and Spring) R Period (No level attached) Grades 11-122613 Fall 2614 SpringJuniors and seniors in good academic standing who do not need a support class such asWriters Workshop or Study Strategies or Tools are encouraged to have an “R” period. This R stands for reading, reflection, review, and sometimes . . . relaxation. The libraryand student lounge (if space is available) are open to these students. Note: Because anR period is a privilege, if an 11thor 12thgrade student who has an R period is on the D/FList or has an Incomplete on a report card or mid-semester progress report, theAcademic Dean may revoke the R period and place the student into a study hall classthat meets at the same time as the R period. Additionally, the Dean of Students mayremove an R period for failure to meet disciplinary or service hour obligations in a timelymanner. R period does not grant credit, nor do students receive a grade that counts inany GPA.Y ESOL 1 (English Speakers of Other Languages) CP2615 CPESOL I supports long-term international students in their first year of Upper School andsometimes, their first year living in the United States. The course is designed to assiststudents with writing and reading assignments in core courses as well as advancingstudents’ English proficiency. In addition, the class focuses on developing culturalunderstanding and acclimating to Woodward Academy and the Upper School. Note:Long-term international students who demonstrate sufficient English proficiency andacademic standing may be allowed to drop this course in the second semester. TheDirector of Global Connections will determine if a student is released from the secondsemester of the course.Y ESOL 2 (English Speakers of Other Languages) CP2617 CPESOL II is designed for long-term international students who require continued support inadvancing English proficiency. The course is designed to assist students in writing andresearch assignments in core courses. Students also work on advanced communicationskills such as giving presentations. Prerequisite: ESOL I. Note: Long-term internationalstudents who demonstrate sufficient English proficiency and academic standing may beexempt from this course. The Director of Global Connections will determine if a student isexempt.Curriculum Offerings – Physical Education

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 94DEBATE COURSES(None of these classes count in the Core GPA)S (Fall) Debate (EP, HP) Grade 9 (Grades 10-12 only if space permits)2619 EP 2621 HPThis course teaches students the fundamentals of argumentation and competitivedebating, including critical thinking, argument construction, research, and speaking skills.Through the study of debate, students will learn how to read critically, ask pertinentquestions, recognize assumptions and implications, and evaluate ideas. Students in thecourse will practice their developing skills by participating in several intramuralcompetitions. No prior experience needed, though students with middle schoolexperience will be placed first. NOTE: 9th grade students have scheduling priority for thiscourse — 10th-12th grade students will be placed only if space permits. Students whoplan to pursue debate as an extracurricular activity beyond the first semester should alsosign up for Intermediate Debate in the second semester of the same school year.S (Spring) Intermediate Debate (HP) Grade 9 (Grades 10-12 with permission frominstructor)2622 HPThis course expands upon the fundamentals taught in Debate. Students will conductoriginal research by employing targeted searches and evaluating source credibility. Theywill also practice evaluating others’ evidence and continue to improve speaking andcritical thinking skills through participation in intramural competitions. NOTE: due to thechanging annual debate topic, Intermediate Debate must be taken in the same schoolyear as Debate. Prerequisite: Debate.Y Advanced Debate (HP) Grades 9-12 (with permission from instructor)2623 HPThis course builds on the skills mastered in Debate and Intermediate Debate. Studentswill continue to develop research, speaking and critical thinking skills needed toparticipate in state and national debate competitions. Because the topic changesannually and content is reshaped to address student needs, this course may be repeatedfor elective credit. Prerequisite: Intermediate Debate and permission of the Instructor.Y Capstone Debate (HP) Grades 12 (Grade 11 with permission from instructor)2625 HPSatisfies Compassion Capstone Requirement for juniors and seniors (bothsemesters required)This course builds on the skills mastered in Debate and Intermediate Debate. Studentswill continue to develop research, speaking and critical thinking skills needed toparticipate in state and national debate competitions. It is taught contemporaneously withAdvanced Debate. In addition to satisfying all of the requirements of Advanced Debate,students will prepare and complete a compassion capstone research paper and artifacton a public policy issue of choice. Prerequisite: Intermediate Debate and permission ofthe instructor.Curriculum Offerings – Debate Courses

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 95SUMMER SEMESTER SERVICE LEARNING COURSEPlease see https://www.woodward.edu/summer-programs/summer-school for moreinformation on dates, times, fees, and registration. These courses are non-coreelective offerings.S Service Learning 1: Horizons Service Learning (EP, HP) Grades 10-12 (Grade 9 withHorizons Director’s approval)2901 EP 2903 HPThis course provides elective credit to students in grades 10 - 12 and fulfills one of therequirements for the graduation distinction in Service Learning. Students who have aninterest in service learning and social justice will work in the Horizons summer camp.Students will have a one-week, extended-day class component followed by work withelementary students in the Horizons summer program. Students must complete oneweek of Horizons work to earn EP credit and two weeks of Horizons work to earn HPcredit. Texts will be provided as needed. Prerequisite: Employment in Horizons atWoodward and Approval of the Horizons Director.Curriculum Offerings – Summer Semester Service Learning

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 96Appendix i: NCAA WorksheetThis worksheet is to be used by the student to monitor his or her progress toward NCAA eligibility for a DIVISION I or IIschool. Normally, a year-long course counts for 1 credit; a semester course counts for .5 credit. Sixteen core coursesare required by the NCAA Eligibility Center in four years from the time the student enters grade 9, and ten mustbe taken before the start of the student’s seventh semesterτin the following combination (and these coursesbecome “locked in” as part of the required courses for the GPA requirement):4 credits required from English:9th10th11th12th3 credits required from Math (the courses must be Algebra 1 and above):Alg 1GeoGAT HPAnalysis HPStat CP (Yr)Alg 2EP/HPAlg 2 CP (1/2 c)P CalP Cal/Trig (1/3 c)College Alg CP (1/2 c)P Cal/Alg EP (2/3 c)Calc EP (Sem)Stat EP (Sem)Discrete EP (Sem)AP Calc ABAP Calc BCAP StatAP Stat w/ Calc2 credits required from the Natural/Physical Sciences (at least 1 a lab science):BiologyChemistryPhysicsAnatomy/PhysiologyEnvironmental SciInd Science ResearchAstronomy (Sem)Meteorology (Sem)AP PhysicsAP ChemAP BioCI/Forensics/BiotechAP Environmental Sci1 additional elective credit required from Math, English, Science:NOTE: In addition to the above courses, these count as electives for English (to be used here or below):_____ Journalism 1 (Sem)______ Multicultural Lit (Sem)_____ Contemporary Literature_____ Other from Math or Science (specify)______ Creative Writing (½ credit or 1 unit if student takes 2 or more semesters)τNOTE: The student-athlete must have taken seven courses from English, science, or math by the start ofsemester seven.2 credits required from Social Science: (list course)9th10th11th12th4 additional credits required from Math, Science, English, World Language, Social Science, World Religions (Checkthe current Scheduling and Curriculum Guide for NCAA approval and for numbers of credits granted eachcourse).Total number of NCAA Credits: ____________________________ (16 credits required; for those not “locked in,” selectthe courses to use where a student has the highest grades). Students MUST have a 2.3 minimum GPA in these 16core courses and a high school diploma. The student receiving Academic Redshirt status must have a 2 to 2.299 in the16 courses and he does not have to have the 10 courses “locked in” at the start of senior year. Check the NCAA for therequired SAT/ACT scores that go along with the various GPAs.NCAA Eligibility Worksheet, Requirements and Registration

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 97NCAAWoodward students must self-monitor their progress toward meeting eligibility requirements forhopeful college athletes. This Scheduling and Curriculum guide provides information under thecore course descriptions about each course’s acceptance from NCAA; Appendix i provides aworksheet to help student-athletes and their parents. Coaches can provide support andencouragement. Counselors, the Registrar, and the Academic Dean can answer questions. TheAcademic Dean’s office is the official provider of grades and standardized scores to any collegecoach or recruiter. Woodward provides advice and support so that all students meet therequirements to receive financial aid, practice, and participate as freshmen in Division I schools.Upper School athletes who hope to play Division I or II sports should understand that in additionto developing as a player, developing as a student who can find success in the college anduniversity classroom is key to the college and university coaches who will recruit from highschools like Woodward Academy.Where can I find information about NCAA’s standards and registration?• The first stop on your NCAA journey is at ncaa.org. Then, go to the NCAA EligibilityCenter (https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/) to register.• In the course lists in Woodward’s yearly Scheduling and Curriculum Guide, each coursethat meets NCAA requirements is noted as such. See Appendix i for a worksheet for students,specifically crafted with Woodward coursework in mind.When should an Upper School student-athlete start thinking about the three academicNCAA requirements since they do change? The requirements involve GPA and completion of16 specific academic courses used to generate the NCAA-computed GPA. While no test scoresare currently required for athletic eligibility, college admission requirements may include testscores.• Start in ninth grade by taking challenging classes where you can earn good grades. Currently the minimum GPA needed to be recruited by a Division I school in 16 specified coursesis 2.3. NOTE: This 2.3 is calculated by the NCAA and will vary from the GPA shown onyour Woodward transcript. And while the NCAA minimum GPA is 2.3 for Division I, thecollege admissions requirements at Division I schools often set a higher GPA for allapplicants, even a talented athlete who must show promise for continued success once inthose colleges’ classrooms. The NCAA does not give any quality points for coursework atthe CP or EP level. They will use Woodward’s current quality point additions of .8 and 1 forHP and AP work respectively.• Start early in practicing test-taking skills, critical reading skills, and problem-solving skills. Quality test scores matter.• A typical student—at any level--who spends four years at Woodward will take all theacceptable course work according to the NCAA. However, tell your school counselor in ninthgrade that playing in a Division I school is your goal. He or she will make sure that you are ontrack with the correct course work. In addition, in the spring of grade eleven, your collegeNCAA Eligibility Worksheet, Requirements and Registration

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 98counselor will make sure you are continuing to meet the NCAA’s requirements also in terms ofcoursework where you can make the best grades.When do I register at the NCAA site and how does the process work?• You may register as early as the ninth grade. You should register no later than April of thejunior year.• As a potential student-athlete, please complete a transcript release form, obtained fromthe Counseling and Academic Office, room 114, and return the form. This form is necessary torelease unofficial grades to college athletic departments.• After you register, your updated transcript will be uploaded to the NCAA Eligibility Centerafter each completed semester. The NCAA will not compute your NCAA GPA or certify youreligibility to be recruited until a coach requests information on you from them.What if I attended another school in grades 9-12 over the summer or before I enrolled atWoodward?• If you attended a different school than Woodward at any point in your 9-12th grades(including summer work), that school must also release transcripts to the NCAA, even thoughyour course work does appear on the Woodward transcript as transfer-in coursework. Contact theregistrar at your previous school.What other resources does Woodward provide?• Completing all the requirements (including those SCOIR requirements) from your schoolcounselor and your college counselor is vital in helping to tell your story most effectively to thecoaches and colleges that are involved in recruiting. In the spring of your junior year, ask thecoach who knows you best to contact your college counselor to complete one of the CollegeRecommendation forms, asking specifically that the coach provide several sentences about his orher insight into you as a student-athlete. Anecdotes from your coach about your talent,leadership, and character are most helpful to the college counselor who writes the schoolrecommendation letter for you.NCAA Eligibility Worksheet, Requirements and Registration

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 99NOTES:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________NCAA Eligibility Worksheet, Requirements and Registration

Scheduling and Curriculum Guide 2024-2025 100Department FlowchartsCore Teaching Department Flowcharts

*4 Units / 8 Semesters Required of English 1, 2, 3, 4, and AP*8 papers required each semester for English 1, 2, 3, 4, andAP classesUpper School English CoursesHero’s Journey American Literature1 CP2 CPBritish LiteratureCourses and Electives4 CPFall: FictionSpring: Elective9th 10th11th 12th1 EP2 EP1 HP2 HPMCL/EP SemesterEnglish ElectivesCL/EP Year-long3 CP3 EP3 HPAP LANG (11th)WritersWorkshop CP/EP4 EPFall: FictionSpring: Elective4 HPContemporary DramaAP LANG (12th)AP LITERATURE(12th)Creative Writing EP/HPGrades 10-12Journalism 1Semester: EP/HPGrades 9-12Yearbook EP/HPGrades 9-12

4 high school credits are required for graduation. (Algebra 1 taken in Middle School does not count towards graduation)*Semester courses: students select both 1. AP Statistics can be taken concurrently with Analysis HP, PreCalculusHP, AP Calculus AB, or AP Calculus BC 2. PreCalc Agebra EP MUST be followed by PreCal Trig. EP, which mayrun in summer schoolWith Department Chair approval and teacher recommendation, APCalculus AB or Statistics IS an option for students successfullyMASTERING PreCalculus EPAll level changes must be approved by the Math Department Chairincluding the move shown by the red arrow from ALG 2 CP --> PreCalAlgebra EPUpper School Math CoursesCPAlgebra 1 CPGeometry CPGeometry CPAlgebra 2 CPAlgebra 2 CPStatistics CPStatistics CPCollege Algebra CP9th10th 11th 12thAlgebra 1 EPGeometry Geometry EPAlgebra 2 EPAlgebra 2 EPPreCal Algebra EPPreCalculus EPPreCalc Trig EP*EPPreCalculus EPGeometry HPAlgebra 2 HPG.A.T. HPAlgebra 2 HPPreCalculus HPAnalysis HPPreCalculus HPAP Statistics AP Calculus ABAP Calculus ABAP StatisticsAP Calculus BCAP StatisticsCalculus EP*Statistics EP*Choose OneChoose BothHP111

Upper School Social Studies Courses 9th GradeGovernment / Economics CPGovernment / Economics EPModern WorldHistory HP **for students who tookGov/Econ HP in 8thgrade10th GradeModern WorldHistory CP11th GradeU.S. History CPU.S. History EP /ElectivesOther AP Coursesand/or ElectivesHP*Modern WorldHistory EPAP U.S. History12th GradeElectives CPElectives EPOther AP Coursesand/or ElectivesHP*Graduation Requirements:Govt/Econ (1 year)Modern World History (1 year)U.S. History (1 year)*AP CoursesAP United States HistoryAP European HistoryAP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP MicroeconomicsAP Macroeconomics*Elective Semester CoursesGlobal Studies: History of the Middle East EP, HPGlobal Studies: History of East Asia EP, HPU.S. Political Economy and Its Critical Choices I EP, HP (Fall)U.S. Political Economy and Its Critical Choices II EP, HP (Spring)Comparative Religion Capstone CP, EP, HPLandmark Supreme Court Cases: Civil Liberties EP, HPPersonal Finance CP, EPTopics in Multicultural, Ethnic, and Diversity Studies CP, EP, HPDilemmas in Justice Capstone CP, EP, HPAfrican Studies EP/HP CapstoneCivil Liberties Capstone EP/HPPersonhood Capstone EP, HPEach spring during course scheduling, students may change levels with the recommendationof their current social studies teacher and the approval of the Social Studies Department Chair

Upper School Science Courses 9th Grade Biology CP Biology EP Biology HP10th Grade Chemistry CP Chemistry EP Chemistry HP11th Grade Physics CPPhysics EPAP Physics 112th GradeandEnvironmental Science CPAnatomy EP AP BiologyAstronomy CPAstronomy EPMeteorology EPEnvironmental Science EPForensics EPAP ChemistryAP Environmental ScienceAP Physics CISR HPCosta Rica (SS)Global IntegratedScience Trip (SS)4 credits needed for graduation (1 yr.=1 credit)9th Grade: Biology10th Grade: Chemistry11th & 12th grade classes are choices by students Level changes require Department Chair approvalThe Science Department strongly recommends one11th or 12th grade course be PhysicsReach out to John Faison (US Science Dept. Chair) atjohn.faison@woodward.edu with any questions