INTERMEDIATE & HIGH SCHOOL

Curriculum Descriptions

Christian Liberty Academy uses the following curriculums: Bob Jones University Press, A Beka Books, Bess Press, Prentice Hall, and Addison Weston.

MATHEMATICS
Algebra I	Serves as an introduction to high school algebra. Included are view of integer arithmetic; linear equations, inequalities, and systems of equations; linear and exponential functions; the basics of probability and linear regression; operations on polynomials; and an introduction to quadratic equations and functions. Manipulatives and graphing calculators are used to introduce and reinforce the concepts.
Geometry	An axiomatic development of euclidean geometry. Topics include the vocabulary of plane and spatial geometry; calculation of distance, area, and volume; constructions; logic and proof; congruence; transformations, symmetry and similarity; and basic analytic geometry. Most chapters include integration of geometry with biblical topics.
Algebra II	Broadens the student's repertoire of algebraic concepts and skills. Topics include linear, quadratic, radical, rational, and exponential equations; linear and quadratic functions; operations on polynomials, radicals and rational expressions; complex numbers; conic sections; basic trigonometry; logarithms; probability; matrices and determinants.
Precalculus	Provides an extensive study of trigonometry and elementary functions, serving as a preparation for calculus. Topics include (besides trigonometry) polar coordinates and their relationship to complex numbers; polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions; statistics; sequences, series, and limits. Provides extensive work in modeling and regression analysis using graphing calculators.
AP Calculus	Prepares the student to take the corresponding College Board AP Test at the end of the year. It provides both intuitive and formal development of the topics, including limits, derivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, together with applications of the same; the natural logarithmic function; hyperbolic functions; parametric equations; and elementary differential equations. Graphing calculators are used extensively throughout the course.
ENGLISH
English (9th and 10th Grade)	Students practice proper use of parts of speech, punctuation, and effective written communication skills.
Ancient Literature
Modern Literature
World Literature
American Literature
SCIENCE
Physical Science (9th & 10th Grade)	Taught in alternate years with Biology. Taught as a survey course to serve as an introduction to chemistry and conceptual physics. Concepts covered are: properties and classification of matter, measurement, atoms, elements, solutions, acids and bases, energy, electricity and magnetism.
Biology (9th & 10th Grade)	Taught in alternate years with Physical Science. Concepts covered are: classification, bacteria, protozoa, fungi, animals, plants, the chemistry of life, the cell, genetics and ecosystems.
Chemistry (11th & 12th Grade)	Taught in alternate years with Conceptual Physics. Concepts covered are: matter, atomic structure, elements, chemical bonds and reactions, solutions, acids and bases and salts, thermodynamics, kinetics, organic chemistry, biochemistry and nuclear chemistry.
Conceptual Physics (11th & 12th Grade)	Taught in alternate years with Chemistry. Is designed to help students understand the rules that govern the interaction between objects. Course emphasizes comprehension, not just computation. Topics of discussion include: mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound, electricity, light and a little of atomic and nuclear physics.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Geography (9th Grade)	Covers a systematic approach to the study of geography. We will cover the five basic elements in geography: location, place, relationships, movement and regions.
Modern World History (10th Grade)
Modern American History (11th Grade)	Covers American History from the constitutional convention to the president that is in office at the time of the class. The class starts with a brief overview of the colonial period and then proceeds to study American History through presidential administrations.
American Government (12th Grade)	Course covers historical and modern forms of local, state, and national governments. It covers an in depth look at the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States. It deals with an examination of each branch of our government and the role that politics plays in each. It concludes with a study of our foreign policy and the economic structure of the United States.
OTHER CLASSES
Art (9th - 12th Grade)	Covers 5 elements of shapes, basic drawings (negative & positive space, vanishing point, scenery, contour, chalk, shading, Japanese ink painting, face drawing, etc.), shirt making, and some seasonal crafts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, New Year's Day, etc.
Bible - Girls (9th & 10th Grade)	May include a study of each woman found in the Bible, or include curriculum similar to a Sunday School class, or a specific study from a book in the Bible, or a topical study.
Bible - Boys (9th & 10th Grade)	Focus on: the outlines, key verses, major characters and purpose of each book in the New Testament. The life of Christ, the establishment and purpose of the church, and prophetic portions will be emphasized.
Bible - Proverbs (11th & 12th Grade)	Focus on understanding and applying the book of Proverbs to teens. It will emphasize the following: a definition of wisdom, the contrast between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of man, having a heart for wisdom, and applying the wisdom of God to such areas as finances, friends, marriage, speech, and family.
Debate (9th - 12th Grade)	The program exposes the students to the different types of debate and prepares them for the Hawaii Speech League. Topics studied include case construction, stock issues, topicality, disadvantages, counterplans, fallacies, and Toulmin's model for argument analysis. The students participate in several off-island competitions each year.
French I	Concepts covered: introductions, greetings, time, numbers, days, months, talking about people, ages, birthdays, food, beverages, cost of items, weather, places, common verbs, invitations, physical appearance, possessions, directions, addresses, clothes, shopping, leisure activities, and travel. The emphasis is on reading and understanding the language and learning basic conversational skills.
French II	Concepts covered: basic review of French I concepts, more complex conversations re: school, classes, possessions, personal data, making phone calls, travel plans, ordering food, preferences, prices, writing letters, sports, exercise routines, pain and illness, giving advise, shopping, housing information, the future, and cards. The emphasis is on improving the student's ability to speak the French language and to better understand it.
Guidance (11th & 12th Grade)	Exposes the student to SAT helps, career opportunities, different Christian and secular colleges, Scriptural principles on finding God's will, and a Biblical perspective of world views/philosophies (e.g. Freudianism, Rogerianism, etc.).
Health (11th & 12th Grade)	Focuses primarily on total health with a Christian world view. Areas of concentration are: components and levels of health, body systems, mental and emotional health, social health, and nutrition.
Japanese I	Covers listening, oral communication, reading, basic structures (nouns, numbers, demonstratives, counters, adjectives, verbs and adverbs), culture, and writing system (Hiragana and Katakana) of Japanese language.
Japanese II	Introduces the existence and location, states, the telephone, giving and receiving, possession, occurrence, making invitations, ability/possibility/ understanding/likes/ pains, making comparisons, mass transit, making a speech, and 70 basic Kanji.
Journalism	Puts out 10 monthly school newspapers and a yearbook. The newspaper is student written with a student editor. The yearbook is also put together by the students and has a student editor.
Literacy (9th - 12th Grade)	The purpose of this elective is to spend the majority of time reading books.
Physical Education (9th - 12th Grade)	Focuses primarily on physical development, but also addresses social, emotional, and spiritual growth. Areas of concentration include: physical fitness skills development, social interaction, individual responsibility, team sports, competition, and leadership.
Sign Language I	Introduces the student to American Sign Language in Pidgin Sign English (PSE) format. The class involves vocabulary by chapter topics, use of signing for Worship and evangelism through music and total communication (mouthing words, facial expression, and body language along with signs).
Sign Language II	Pre-requisite: Must have an A or high B in Sign Language I. The student does independent study of the sign language text. The student must research a related topic and present the information to the current Sign Language I class.
Speech	Covers principles of effective speaking, the goals of an effective speaker, the communication triangle, the basic principles of story telling, stage directing and poetry.
Vocational Programs - 9-12th grade only.
BASIC CARPENTRY Woodworking 1 Woodworking 2 Mechanical Drawing General Maintenance
MECHANICS Auto 1 Auto 2
MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS Journalism Public Speaking and Debate Graphic Design and Publication Photography
NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE AND HEALTH Nutrition 1 Nutrition 2 Health Fitness Training
Junior High Elective Program - Classes will be held during the vocational hour. Nine week classes, meeting three times a week. Classes will rotate after nine weeks. Chapel will be held last hour of the day on Friday.
YEAR 1 Music Appreciation Basic Keyboarding Project Engineering
YEAR 2 State History Literacy Drama Latin Roots

Promotion

7th and 8th Grade ... A student in grades 7th-8th grade will be required to repeat his or her grade if that child receives one of the following.

• An “F” in any two academic subjects for a semester average.
• One “F” and two “D’s” for a semester average in academic subjects.
• Four or more “D’s” for a semester average in academic subjects.

9th and 12th Grade ... Any student who receives less than 65% for the semester average in any academic subject will be required to repeat that class during the next year or during summer school.

High School Graduation Requirements

Required Credits

English/Literature	4		Social Studies	4
Math	4		Science	4
Bible	2.5		Foreign Language	2
Physical Education	1		Electives	1
Health	0.5		Hawaiian History	0.5

Students will not receive a diploma from Christian Liberty Academy unless they have taken the SAT (College entrance exam) during their senior year.

Report Cards

Report cards are sent out to the parents every nine weeks.

Report cards are distributed after every nine-week quarter is completed. The junior high school teachers turn in their grades to the Vice Principal who inputs the grades into the computer. The teachers or the office staff makes copies of all report cards before they are distributed to the students and their parents.

Progress reports are sent out each mid quarter. Teachers of any student receiving a “D” or “F” in any class must state the reason for the low grades on the report sheet. A letter is also sent home to the parents. All high school students will receive progress reports at mid-quarter. Any high school student receiving a “D” of “F” will receive a Low Achievement Report. The Low Achievement Reports should be sent out two weeks before and two weeks after mid-quarter reports. The school policy is that no student should receive a “D” or “F” on his/her mid-quarter report card without prior notification from the teacher.

Teachers must make verbal contact with the parents when they send home a Low Achievement Report. Low Achievements must be signed by the parents and returned to the teacher. Copies of all Low Achievement Reports must be given to your administrator. Any junior high or high school report card or progress report that has a D or an F will be given to the parent by the teacher who recorded the grade.

Low Achievement reports are used to notify parents that their child is below 70% (C-) in any class period anytime during the quarter.

Enrollment & Class Sizes

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SAT Results

Christian Liberty administers the Stanford Achievement Test to all Kindergarten-10th grade students annually. As a collective group, CLA students have a national ranking between 50%-70%. Test results are available in the school office.

Senior Trip

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Plays / Dramas / Speech

College Bound

Since the school's first graduation class walked the line in 1994, graduates from CLA have attended many fine colleges and universities. They include:

Anderson University (Indiana), Bob Jones University (South Carolina), Cedarville University (Ohio), Central Washington, Forerunner School for Prayer (St. Louis, MO), Hawaii Community College, Lancaster Baptist Bible College (California), Northern Colorado University, Northland Baptist Bible College (Wisconsin), Northwest College (Washington), Norwich University (Vermont), Oklahoma Baptist University, Pacific University (Oregon), Taylor University (Indiana), University of Hawaii at Hilo, University of Hawaii at Manoa, University of Hawaii on Maui, University of the Nations (Kona, HI), and Vanguard University (California)