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UPPER SCHOOL PROGRAM GUIDE 2014-2015
The Program Guide provides an easy-to-reference resource of all aspects of the Upper School experience: academics, arts, athletics, activities, and student support services. Possible academic paths in each department are included for course planning purposes.
Please note that courses and activities are offered each year based on student interest, so some items listed in the Program Guide may not be offered each year.
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Mission, Vision, and Core Values…………………………………. 4 General Graduation Requirements…………………………………. 5 Course Designations……………………………………………….. 6 Classics………………………………………..…………………… 8
Latin……………………………………..…………………. 8 Greek……………………………………..………………… 11
Electives…………………………………..………………... 12 English……………………………………………..………………. 13
Junior/Senior Seminars…………………………………..… 15 Electives for non-English Credit……………...……………. 21 Fine Arts………………………………………………..………….. 22
Visual Arts – Introductory and Capstone Courses……..….. 22 Visual Arts – Studio Art………………………………..….. 24
Visual Arts – Ceramics…………………………………..… 25 Visual Arts – Digital Arts…………………..……………… 27
Visual Arts – Film and Video………………...……………. 29
Visual Arts – Photography……………………..………….. 31
Visual Arts – Additional Courses………………..………… 33 Dance………………………………………………….…… 35
Music………………………………………………….…… 38 Music Theory………………………………………..……... 40
Theater…………………………………………………..…. 41 History and Social Sciences…………...…………………………… 43
History…………………………..…………………………. 43 History – Electives………………..……………………….. 45
Social Sciences……………………..……………………… 47 Innovation…………………………………..……………………… 50
Computer Science……………………..…………………… 50 Innovation………………………………..………………… 53 Mathematics………………………………………...……………… 55
Electives……………………………………..…………….. 60 Modern Language……………………………………..…………… 61
Chinese…………………………………………..………… 61 French……………………………………………..……….. 63
Spanish……………………………………………..………. 66 Science………………………………………………………..……. 71
Electives……………………..…………………………….. 74 Athletic Program……………………..……………………………. 78
Championships and Titles……...…………………………... 79
Boys……………………..…………………………. 79
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Personal Advisors……………………..…………………… 84 Class Deans……………………………..…………………. 84
School Counselors………………………..………………... 84 The Learning Center………………………..……………… 85
Extra Help……………………………………..…………… 85 College Counseling……………………………...…………. 86
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Our commitment is to develop in a caring community an individual who seeks excellence and embraces the “Driving Spirit” of Flint Hill School.
A Flint Hill education focuses on the learner. Within a context of strong relationships, we create developmental experiences that embrace the best practices of traditional and contemporary education. As we strive for continuous growth, we actively and thoughtfully implement the ideas and resources that help each student investigate, create, and communicate collaboratively and effectively in a rapidly changing, interconnected world.
Flint Hill’s four core values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Compassion are the fundamental principles that guide all interactions within our school community, and are the foundation of the Upper School Honor Code, signed by all students and adults at the beginning of each school year:
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As a member of the Flint Hill School community, I will strive to be honorable
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Flint Hill School diploma. Courses are assigned the following credit values:
1.0 credit Semester course .50 credit Winter term course (meets after school) .50 credit
Credits required in each academic department are as follows: English
4 credits History
3 credits, including U.S. History Mathematics
3 credits, including Geometry and Accelerated Algebra II or
Algebra II followed by Functions and Trigonometry Science
3 credits (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) Languages
3 credits in one language
OR 2 credits in each of two languages Fine Arts
1 credit (2 semesters) Human Development .25 credit in Grade 9
Additional requirements include: Athletics
4 seasons - 2 must be team credits Community Service 15 hours per year (60 hours total) Senior Project
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Movement between and among courses in each of our academic programs is quite fluid, and is dependent upon the relative areas of strength for each students. At the end of each department’s course listings, we present a list of possible course sequence paths for that subject. This list is not meant to be exhaustive; rather, it is intended to provide a general sense of the options available to students following the completion of a particular course, and for their entire Upper School experience in that program.
Some courses are given special designations to indicate particularly unique aspects of their content, approach, or approval:
The AP Program prepares students for a College Board examination in their chosen courses in early May. Superior skills in the fundamentals of the various subject areas are general prerequisite to entering AP courses, along with very high levels of intellectual curiosity and motivation, solid analytical and reasoning ability, and a strong independent work ethic.
Flint Hill currently offers 25 AP courses: Biology
Macroeconomics Calculus AB
Microeconomics Calculus BC
Music Theory Chemistry
Psychology Chinese Language and Culture
Comparative Government
Physics C Computer Science
Spanish Language and Culture Environmental Science
Spanish Literature and Culture European History
Statistics French Language and Culture
Studio Art: 3D Design - Ceramics Language and Composition
Latin
U.S. Government Literature and Composition
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Honors courses are typically presented at a more sophisticated, advanced level, generally preparing students for AP courses in the junior and senior years. Students taking such courses are expected to exhibit a very strong work ethic, a high level of independence and intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to the higher intellectual demands of the course. Students may take honors courses with the permission of each respective department.
Flint Hill currently offers 15 honors-level courses: Algebra II/Trigonometry
Geometry Biology
Latin II Chemistry
Latin III English I - Investigating Forms and Genres
Modern European History English II - Exploring Literary Perspectives
Pre-Calculus Ethics in Literature
Spanish II French II
Spanish III French III
Blended courses enable students to work on class material in a traditional setting with the instructor present, and also include virtual or flexible class time where students will be expected to work independently on material for the course. Spanish IV is currently offered in a blended format.
Online courses provide students with individualized learning opportunities that allow for greater scheduling flexibility. Asynchronous lessons allow students to learn at their own pace, according to a schedule convenient to them; synchronous lessons allow for more collaborative learning opportunities and direct access to the instructor. Geometry is currently offered in an online format as an additional option to complement the traditional classroom format.
Winter term courses have the same contact hours as semester courses, but are aligned with the athletic seasons and offered after school, typically from 3:30-6:00 p.m., twice per week. The instructor and the Upper School Director determine the specific meeting times.
Flint Hill currently offers three Winter term Courses: American Popular Music Applied Robotics Ceramics I Fiber Art
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Latin
This course is the traditional first year of Latin taught in a single academic year and is typically taken by an Upper School student who has not previously taken Latin in the Middle School. The course includes an introduction to Roman history, culture, and classical mythology, along with the focused study of grammar, vocabulary, and translation. The study of derivation and word origin is an important aspect of this class. All students take the National Latin Exam in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. (Full year, 1
This course completes the basic grammar begun in Latin I and increases incrementally the scope and difficulty of translation, with the ultimate goal of introducing Latin in the original. Roman history, culture, and classical mythology are integrated through translation, projects, and class lecture. The study of derivation and word origin remains a central emphasis. All students take the National Latin Exam in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. (Full year, 1 credit)
This course completes the basic grammar begun in Latin I and introduces many of the advanced concepts studied in level III Latin. Students continue to develop translation skills by reading both adapted and authentic texts from such authors as Cicero, Catullus, and Livy. Students also reinforce translation skills by composing sentences in Latin. Roman mythology, history, and culture are integrated through Latin texts, as well as projects and class lecture. Students are expected to read works of increasing difficulty and length. The study of derivation and word origin remains a central emphasis. All students take the National Latin Exam and the Classical Association of Virginia Latin Tournament in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. Students may take this course with departmental approval. (Full year, 1 credit)
The first three quarters of this course focus on completing the grammar and vocabulary study needed to read authentic Latin. The final quarter continues to reinforce grammar, but by means of the translation and reading of Roman authors. Students identify grammatical structures in context, and also begin to analyze the works as literature in class discussion and individual essays. To that end, students learn the necessary meter and literary devices featured in authentic literature. Selections include both prose and poetry from the works of Catullus, Cicero, Livy, and Ovid. In general, the course addresses the history and culture of the late republican period. The study of derivation and word origin remains a point of emphasis. All students take the National Latin Exam ! 9! in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. (Full year, 1 credit)
The first semester of this course focuses on completing the grammar and vocabulary study needed to read authentic Latin. Students also reinforce translation skills by composing sentences in Latin. The second semester continues to reinforce grammar by means of the translation and reading of Roman authors. Students identify grammatical structures in context, and also begin to analyze the works as literature in class discussion and individual essays. To that end, students also learn the necessary meter and literary devices featured in authentic literature. Selections include both prose and poetry from the works of Catullus, Cicero, Livy, and Vergil. In general, the course addresses the history and culture of the late republican period. The study of derivation and word origin remains a point of emphasis. In the final quarter, students explore the works of Vergil and Caesar. All students take the National Latin Exam and the Classical Association of Virginia Latin Tournament in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. Students may take this course with departmental approval. (Full year, 1 credit)
This course provides a full reading experience for students who want to pursue a fourth year of Latin but are not entering the Advanced Placement class. Students engage in an intensive survey of the poetry of Ovid, Catullus, and Horace, with attention to grammar, meter, literary devices, and each author’s style. In addition, students explore thematic connections within each author’s works and draw connections among the different authors and to the modern world. In general, the course continues to address the history and culture of the late republican period and also addresses imperial Rome under the reign of Augustus Caesar. In the final quarter, students complete a final translation project that may include an exploration of the works of Vergil and Caesar. All students take the National Latin Exam in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. (Full year, 1 credit) Latin AP This course follows the syllabus of the AP Latin course as outlined by the College Board. Students read and interpret the commentaries of Caesar and Vergil’s Aeneid in the original language, paying particular attention to literal translation, literary devices, metrical features, and themes concerning Roman identity and leadership. The course also addresses the political, social, and cultural background of the late Republic and early Roman Empire, the historical era in which these authors composed their works. Most students enter this course after successful completion of the Latin III Honors or Latin IV courses. In some cases, exceptional students from Latin III may be considered for the course, as well. All students take the National Latin Exam and the Classical Association of Virginia Latin Tournament in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. (Full year, 1 credit)
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Latin Collegiate Seminar This course offers advanced Latin students the opportunity to continue Latin translation and literary analysis after completing the Latin AP course. Readings cover the major poems of Catullus and Horace and primarily come from the former AP Latin Literature syllabus. Additional readings from both authors and others (including Cicero and Ovid) may also be selected based on time and the interest of students. All students take the National Latin Exam and the Classical Association of Virginia Latin Tournament in the spring as a means of measuring their progress against national standards and diverse programs across the country. Students may take this course with departmental approval.
Possible Latin Sequencing Paths
Latin I Latin II
Latin III
Latin IV
Latin I
Latin II Honors
Latin III Honors Latin AP or
Latin IV
Latin II Honors
Latin III Honors Latin AP
Latin Collegiate Seminar
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Greek
This course is offered to language students who have completed their language requirement in Latin, Spanish, or French and who wish to begin Ancient Greek as an alternative to taking another level of the previous language. This course offers students who wish to pursue Classics in college a chance to place into a Greek II course as freshmen. This course covers the Greek alphabet, vocabulary, forms, and principles of grammar, and presents selected topics of Greek culture. As time permits, students explore Greek literature in translation, as well. Completion of the language requirement in Latin, Spanish, or French is a prerequisite to this course. (Full year, 1 credit)
This course offers a continuation of Ancient Greek I. For students who wish to continue Classics in college, this course reinforces and extends their knowledge of the Greek language, preparing them to take a Greek translation course as college freshmen. (Full year, 1 credit)
Possible Greek Sequencing Paths
Level II Latin, French, or Spanish
Level III Latin, French, or Spanish
Greek I Greek II
Level I Latin, French, or Spanish
Spanish
Level III Latin, French, or Spanish
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