Peniel Baptist Academy's
Senior Course Descriptions
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Senior Course Descriptions
The following courses described are courses that are presently being taught. Year to year old courses are dropped and new courses are added. This is not conclusive of the the courses that will be offered this school year.
BIBLE
Young Men and Ladies Bible Course (12th grade, 1 credit)
ENGLISH
English IV (12th grade, 1 credit) Classics for Christians and Introduction to English Literature present great works of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the Age of the Puritans, along with Shakespeare’s MacBeth. English IV includes writing and discussing compositions. Review of grammar and new vocabulary each week.
MATH
Trigonometry/Analytical Geometry (11th-12th grade, 1 credit)
Prerequisite: Algebra I, II, and Geometry. This course prepares the student for trigonometry and analytical geometry by developing understanding of the relationship between Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry. The content includes the study of trigonometry, functions, graphing, conic sections, equations, matrix algebra, complex numbers and vectors, polynomial and rational functions, sequences, series and math inductions, and the introduction to pre-calculus.
SCIENCE
Chemistry (11th-12th grade, 1 credit)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I. A course studying the essentials of chemistry including: mathematics, matter, stoichiometry, gases, chemical thermodynamics, electronic structure, periodic table, chemical bonds, intermolecular forces, solutions, colloids, kinetics, acids, bases, salts, ionic equilibrium, and oxidation-reduction reactions.
SOCIAL STUDIES
American Government (12th grade, 1/2 credit) This class is a study of the democratic republican form of government. We study the Constitution in depth to see how it affects the lives of its citizens. It teaches that blessings come from God as a result of righteous living. As America is a land of many freedoms, the course points out that in order to keep these rights, they must be balanced with responsibility. We are to make sure that we become good stewards of what God has so richly blessed us with.
Economics (12th grade, 1/2 credit) This class is a study concentrated in microeconomics and the choices that individuals make according to the workings of the economic market. Taken into this study is the concept of individual responsibility and how Biblical principles can be used to make wise financial decisions.
PRACTICAL/PERFORMING ARTS (REQUIRED)
Computer Keyboarding (9th-12th grade, 1/2 credit)
Computer are not just for business anymore - they are for everyone, everywhere! To get the most value from this high-speed computer age, users must be competent at the input end - the keyboard. Refining keyboard techniques, increasing communication skills and learning advanced word processing features will help students at school and college. Peniel uses the Century 21 Computer Curriculum. (Course description taken from Century 21 Computer Applications and Keyboarding, Seventh Edition)
Speech (10th-12th grade, 1/2 credit)
Freedom of speech is one of our most cherished liberties in American. In many ways, it is the key to our political and religious freedoms, for without free speech we cannot defend or promote our values and beliefs. This course in speech will teach students how to communicate the principles and truths we hold dear as Americans and as followers of Jesus Christ. Students will present/perform monologues, poems, stories, impromptus, personal testimonies, extemporaneous devotionals, debates and dramas
SAT Preparation (10th-12th grade, 1/2 credit)
This course is designed to strengthen a student's preparation for the SAT. The course will help students uncover the purpose of the SAT, practice general test-taking approaches, learn how to use the PSAT to get ready for the SAT and prepare for the critical reading, math and writing skills that are measured by the SAT. This is the Official SAT Course.
Foundations in Personal Finance (9th-12th grade, 1/2 credit) This course is designed to teach financial literacy by exploring the areas of saving and investing, credit and debt, financial responsibility, money management, insurance/risk management and income/careers. Activities and current event projects encourage students to better understand topics presented and to become aware of how they are affected by the current financial climate.
Beginning Weight Training (9th-12th grade, 1/2 credit)
The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire basic knowledge and skills in weight training, to improve muscular strength and endurance, and to keep their physical bodies in good health. This course also includes safety practices, terminology, the study of the musculoskeletal system, muscular strength and endurance, the study of biomechanical and physiological principles, theories, concepts, and skills, and the implementation of a weight training program. (Course description taken from FDOE State Standards)
Yearbook (9th-12th grade, 1/2 credit)
The purpose of this course is to produce the yearbook. This will include pre-planning, scheduling, selling and advertising. Students will receive instruction on the software used to generate the pages of the book, picture layouts, and picture cropping.
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