Academics

WORLD LANGUAGES

Spanish I

Spanish II

Spanish III

Spanish IV

Spanish V

French I

French II

French III

French IV

French V

French VI

Latin I

Latin II

Latin III

American Sign Language

Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Advanced Placement French Language

Advanced Placement Latin Language

Advanced Placement Spanish Literature

Advanced Topics in Spanish: Contemporary Spain and Latin America

Advanced Topics in French: France and the French-Speaking World

Advanced Topics in Latin Literature

SCIENCE

Biology

Chemistry

Anatomy and Physiology

Sports Medicine

Physics

Environmental Science AP

Marine Science

Science Research

Microbiological and Medical Laboratory Techniques Honors

Advanced Topics in Microbiology and Forensic Science

Integrated Physics and Chemistry

Environmental Science

Nutritional Science

Biology AP

Chemistry AP

Physics AP

MATH

Algebra I

Algebra 2

Geometry

Pre-Calculus

Calculus

Statistics

Advanced Topics in Mathematics

Calculus AP

Statistics AP

TECHNOLOGY

Applied Computer Technology

Interactive Design

Advanced Interactive Design

Computer Graphics

Introduction to Television Production

Television Production II

Television Production III

Television Production IV

Digital Photography/Graphics

AP Computer Science

ART

Portfolio

Ceramics I

Ceramics II

Drawing and Painting I

Drawing and Painting II

AP Art Studio: Drawing

AP Art Studio: 2-D Design

AP Art Studio: 3-D Design

AP Art History

MUSIC

Band

Chorus

Music Performance

Music Performance II

Music Production

Guitar Ensemble

Percussion Ensemble

Chamber Singers

Jazz Combo

Jazz Ensemble

Orchestral Strings

Advanced Orchestral Strings

AP Music Theory

THEATRE, FORENSICS AND PUBLIC SPEAKING

Forensics/Debate

Forensics/Debate II

Debate III

Debate IV

Public Speaking

Drama

Stagecraft

Theatrical Direction I

Theatrical Direction II

Acting I

Acting II

Dance II

Dance III

Dance IV

SOCIAL STUDIES

Holocaust Studies

Advanced Topics Social Dynamics of Diversity

World History

Government

World Cultural Geography

American History

Economics

Psychology

Sociology

Ethics

Philosophy

Advanced Placement Human Geography

Advanced Placement World History

Advanced Placement American Government

Advanced Placement Psychology

Advanced Placement Microeconomics

Advanced Placement Macroeconomics

Advanced Topics Human Geography

Advanced Placement American History

ENGLISH

English 9

English 10

English 11

English 11 Language & Composition AP

English 12

English 12 Literature & Composition AP

Creative Writing

Yearbook

Newspaper

Ethical Issues in Sports

Advanced Topics Latin Literature

SAT Prep

Expository Writing

PE/HEALTH

Physical Education/Health

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Independent Research Study

Capstone Project

	Spanish I is an introductory course to the Spanish language and the cultures of the people who speak it. The grammar that is introduced is basic and focuses mainly on the present tense. Students will begin by learning basic vocabulary and phrases. With time, they will be able to hold small conversations with their classmates and write small paragraphs. Teachers use a multi sensory approach to learning the language. They will listen, speak, read, and write Spanish. The teacher will speak as much Spanish as possible and so will the students.

	Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. Students will expand their knowledge of both the Spanish language and the cultures of the people who speak it. The grammar that is introduced is more advanced and focuses mainly on the past tense. They will continue to build up their vocabulary. Students will be able to hold small conversations with their classmates and be able to write more than one paragraph in Spanish. They will listen, speak, read, and write Spanish. The teacher will speak as much Spanish as possible and so will the students.

	Spanish III is designed to help the students increase their ability to understand spoken and written Spanish as well as to enhance their ability to communicate their own ideas clearly in speaking and writing.. Students will learn most of the tenses and they will be introduced to the subjunctive. At this level the teacher and student increase the use of Spanish in daily class activities significantly. Students are exposed to longer and more complex listening, reading, speaking, and writing activities which incorporate selected aspects of Spanish culture.

	Spanish IV is the continuation of Spanish III Honors and a preparatory course for AP Spanish. It is designed to increase their vocabulary acquisition while developing their usage of grammar. Students will comprehend and use advanced grammar structures such as perfect tenses in the indicative and subjunctive moods, when reading, listening and speaking the target language. The Spanish culture will continue being integrated as an important component of the course. The course is taught primarily in Spanish and emphasizes accuracy in communication.

	Spanish V is designed to reinforce and further develop the grammar, concepts, and skills learned in Spanish IV. Emphasis is placed on the skills to differentiate and communicate orally and in writing in the three principal modes that direct communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational .Students will become more proficient in the process of writing in the target language. Lessons will be presented through the study of cultural and literary selections, as well as short films associated with the text.

	French I is an introductory course to the French language and the cultures of the people who speak it. The grammar that is introduced is basic and focuses mainly on the present tense. Students will begin by learning basic vocabulary and phrases. With time, they will be able to hold small conversations with their classmates and write small paragraphs. Teachers use a multi sensory approach to learning the language. They will listen, speak, read, and write French. The teacher will speak as much French as possible and so will the students.

	French II is a continuation of French I. Students will expand their knowledge of both the French language and the cultures of the people who speak it. The grammar that is introduced is more advanced and focuses mainly on the past tense. They will continue to build up their vocabulary. Students will be able to hold small conversations with their classmates and be able to write more than one paragraph in French. They will listen, speak, read, and write French. The teacher will speak as much French as possible and so will the students.

	French III is signed to help the students increase their ability to understand spoken and written French as well as to enhance their ability to communicate their own ideas clearly in speaking and writing.. Students will learn most of the tenses and they will be introduced to the subjunctive. At this level the teacher and student increase the use of French in daily class activities significantly. Students are exposed to longer and more complex reading, speaking, and writing activities which incorporate selected aspects of French culture.

	French IV is the continuation of French III and a preparatory course for AP French. It is designed to increase their vocabulary acquisition while developing their usage of grammar. Students will comprehend and use advanced grammar structures such as perfect tenses in the indicative and subjunctive moods, when reading, listening and speaking the target language. The Spanish culture will continue being integrated as an important component of the course. Course is taught primarily in French and emphasizes accuracy in communication.

	French V is designed to reinforce and further develop the grammar, concepts, and skills learned in Spanish IV. Emphasis is placed on the skills to differentiate and communicate orally and in writing in the three principal modes that direct communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational .Students will become more proficient in the process of writing in the target language. Lessons will be presented through the study of cultural and literary selections, as well as short films associated with the text.

	The Advanced Placement Spanish Language course expands on complex vocabulary and grammar skills in preparation for the Advanced Placement Language exam. Students engage in practicing advanced grammar, specialized vocabulary, and reading and listening comprehension through authentic reading and listening sources. Conducted entirely in French/Spanish, this course emphasizes accuracy and fluency in spoken and written communication.

	The Advanced Placement French Language course expands on complex vocabulary and grammar skills in preparation for the Advanced Placement Language exam. Students engage in practicing advanced grammar, specialized vocabulary, and reading and listening comprehension through authentic reading and listening sources. Conducted entirely in French, this course emphasizes accuracy and fluency in spoken and written communication.

	Advanced Placement Spanish Literature prepares the advanced students of Spanish to read, understand, discuss and analyze critically all the materials and concepts on the extensive Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Reading List so that students may be successful on the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Examination. The course is taught exclusively in Spanish. Students are expected to respond orally in Spanish as best they can and all written homework must be submitted in Spanish.

	This course is designed for students with excellent language skills. Students will study contemporary Spain and contemporary issues in Latin America. Through the use of Spanish literature, historical readings, and film, this course will explore the political issues, major intellectual currents, and social movements which have led to civil wars in Spain and Latin America. It will examine the defining revelations and experiments with democratic government in Latin America as well as Spain’s transition from dictatorship constitutional monarch. The larger percentage of the course will be taught in the Spanish language and students are expected to have a proficiency level of Spanish III.

	This course is equivalent to a second year college class. The majority of the readings are drawn from the works of Pliny, Cicero, and Gellius. The second semester will cover a range of classical authors from Platus to Ovid. Students translate and analyze the poems of Catullus and Horace. The emphasis of the Lyric genre includes collateral readings, close analysis, and comparative analysis of works read as well as sight translation. Knowledge of late Republican and Augustan Rome, history of lyric genre, advanced metrical patterns and scansion, allusions and themes, rhetorical devices and figures of speech, vocabulary, grammar (including archaic forms and Graecisms), and syntax are developed.

	A laboratory oriented course in life science studying cells, biochemistry, nervous system, evolution, ecology, genetics and related topics. Honor classes perform dissections (earthworm, grasshopper, frog). Honor classes also require a research science project applying the scientific method.

	Applications of inorganic, organic and nuclear chemistry. Physical and chemical properties of matter. Chemical testing and identification of elements and compounds. Structure of the atom.

	Relationship between structure and function of human organs and structures. The maintenance of homeostasis as the basis for good health. Systems of the body are studied in detail with emphasis on identification of anatomical parts and functions.

	This course provides students with an advanced understanding of the field of orthopedic medicine. Anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology of the human body are studied. Students are required to perform a limited number of hours in a hands-on field/technical setting. At University School, this would include attendance and shadowing coaches/trainers at designated sporting events. Prerequisite: Honors Biology or Honors Anatomy and Physiology.

	Motion, forces, heat, waves, sound, optics, electricity, magnetism and matter are examples of topics covered. Relativity and modern physics. Solutions to numerical problems are integral parts of this class. Analysis of data obtained from many outside research institutions. Strong algebra and trigonometry skills are recommended.

	Current environmental issues are studied in depth. Laboratory work supplements each topic. Field work is part of this course which requires strong analytical skills.

	Study of oceanography and marine biology. Waves, tides, currents, chemistry of seawater, mapping the ocean floor, etc. are examples of the physical ocean topics. Marine biology focuses on living things such as whales, fish, mollusks, jellyfish, sea turtles, etc. This is mostly a hands-on course with numerous lab activities. There are 8-10 dissections, including squid, blue crab, freshwater and saltwater fish, sea urchin, starfish, etc. The course starts with freshwater biology. Outdoor field studies are performed at pond and ocean locations. We have established connections with NSU oceanographic center making this course an outstanding experience.

	Students select a true research project and see it through as do professional scientists. Some youngsters perform their research at outside facilities (doctor’s offices, laboratories, clinics, etc). Projects deemed worthy are entered in regional, statewide and national science competitions. Emphasis is on participation in the Broward County Science Fair. In just two years, we have produced 47 winners out of 52 entries , including 8 state finalists - first in Broward County!

	Recommended for students wishing to enter a health professions. This is a total hands-on course involving extensive laboratory work. In microbiology, students work with bacterial cultures learning sterile technique, staining procedures, biochemical reactions, identification of unknown organisms, etc. Extended topics include soil and water, dairy and food, medical bacteriology. Medical units are forensic science (setting up and gathering evidence at crime scenes, blood splatter analysis, fingerprinting techniques, DNA analysis, hair and fiber identification, analysis of documents, etc.) Hematology units include blood tests, how to read electrocardiograms, how to take blood pressure, etc. Chemical and microscopic identification of urine components. Parasitology concentrates on human parasites (fleas, ticks, tapeworms, mosquitoes, flukes, roundworms, etc). We have established cooperative efforts with NSU Medical School, NSU Department of Microbiology, NSU Criminal Justice Division and Broward County Police Department.

	This course of study will examine the nature and extent of scientific advances in the nutrition sciences and describe both future opportunities in the field and barriers to progress. Nutrition research in universities and medical schools and how it applies to everyday living for creating a healthy lifestyle will be the focus of this course. Nutritional problems associated with over-nutrition and malnutrition will include but not be limited to coronary artery disease, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, dental disease, and eating disorders. This course will require researching, reading, discussing, and presenting, and interpreting medical research.

	This course is designed to develop the algebraic processes that can be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems. The content will include the properties of the real number system with an emphasis on rational numbers, variables and algebraic expressions. Other topics include solving equations and inequalities in one variable; graphing linear equations and inequalities; adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing polynomials; factoring polynomials; algebraic notation using exponents, square roots, radicals, absolute value, and scientific notation. Other aspects of Algebra 1 will include word problems and an introduction into quadratic equations.

	This course is designed to continue the study of Algebra 1 and to provide the foundation for applying these skills to other mathematical and scientific fields. The course begins by extending what students learned about linear functions in Algebra 1 and continues with a thorough study of quadratic functions, quadratic equations, conic sections, systems of equations and complex numbers. Students examine properties, applications and graphs of absolute value, exponential, logarithmic, power and radical functions which include many real life applications.

	This course offers the study of relationships of points, lines and planes with an emphasis on deductive strategies and formal proofs. Students study congruent segments and angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, angle measure in triangles, triangle congruence and similarity, the Pythagorean Theorem, surface area and volume. Properties are applied to real life problems as well as mathematical problems.

	This course id designed to extend the study of functions. Students have an in-depth review and extension of the topics introduced in Algebra 2. They apply technology, modeling and problem solving skills to the study of trigonometric and circular functions, identities and inverses. Problem simulations are explored in algebraic, graphic and numeric representation. The concept of limits is explored and this course provides a bridge to the study of Calculus.

	This is a rigorous first-level college course designed to prepare students for further mathematical studies. Topics included are limits, differentiation, applications of differentiation, integration, application and techniques of integration, logarithms, exponential and other transcendental functions.