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Our program is designed to offer a well-rounded education which includes college prep curriculum and instruction preparing our students to meet the demands of any rigorous college program. Opportunities for involvement in a quality Fine Arts Department, Athletics, Leadership Development, Academic and Performance Competitions, and Community Service and Involvement provide many avenues for student success, achievement and recognition in their area of interest. Learning and applying the Word of God is a priority at CPCS and every subject we teach is "taught in the light of God's Word."

Mrs. Karen Jeffers
Principal 6-12
(813) 920-3960 ext. 212
kjeffers@citruspark.org

• Teacher Schedule 2009-10 - First Semester
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ACADEMIC COURSE STUDY (9-12)
2009-2010 High School Course Guide

English

English Honors I, II, III, IV
AP English Language and Composition 11
AP English Literature and Composition 12

Social Studies

World History Honors, U.S. History Honors, American Government Honors, Economics Honors, Psychology, Contemporary History, History of the Vietnam War, Future Studies

Mathematics

Algebra I Honors, Geometry I Honors, Algebra II Honors, Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Honors,
Advanced Placement Calculus AB

Science

Physical Science Honors, Biology Honors, Chemistry Honors, Anatomy and Physiology Honors,
Physics (2008-2009)

Foreign Language

Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III
Latin I, Latin II
American Sign Language I

Physical Education

Personal Fitness, Team Sports

Biblical Studies

Introduction to the Bible, Jewish Old Testament, World Religion, Philosophy, Life Management, Sociology

ELECTIVE COURSES

Chorus I, II, III, IV and Vocal Ensemble I, II

Students must audition for the choir due to level of competition and performance. This program requires a commitment of attendance for all scheduled activities, performances, and competitions.

Band I, II, III, IV

Beginning to advanced band members welcomed. This program requires a commitment of attendance for all scheduled activities, performances, and competitions.

Art I, II

Classes are designed to be creative and expand the areas of sketching, drawing and painting.
Creative Photography 1

Mass Communication

Journalism (Yearbook Production) I, II

Business Education

Computer Applications I, II
Introduction to Web Design

Drama I, II

Students learn fundamentals of speech, acting and staging through practice and experience. Drama productions are in the fall and spring. This program requires a commitment of attendance for all scheduled activities, performances, and competitions.

OTHER ELECTIVES

Experiential Education I, II

This course introduces students to the basic skills of being a teacher's aide.

Office Assistant I, II

This course introduces students to the basic skills of office work.

Library Assistant I, II

This course introduces students to the basic skills of being a Librarian's aide.

Critical Thinking and Study Skills

This course is designed to prepare students for the Collegeboard SAT Reasoning Test.
Course Selection is subject to change depending on student interest.

GRADUATION

To receive a diploma from CPCS, a student must successfully complete 26 credit hours which must include: 4 English, 4 Math, 3 Science, 3 Social Studies, 4 Biblical Studies (depending on years attending CPCS), 2 Foreign Language (3 Strongly Recommended), 1 Physical Education (½ Physical Fitness, ½ Team Sports), 1 Fine Arts

Note: Foreign Language - two credits in the same language are required for admission into the state university system of Florida, however, three credits are preferred.

Advanced Placement (AP) Program

College Board's Advanced Placement Program is a nationwide program partnering with colleges, universities, and high schools to provide students the opportunity to take college-level classes and exams while still in high school. Students who earn a qualifying grade on the AP exam have the opportunity to earn college credit or placement allowing them to excel in the college admissions process. AP is accepted by more than 3,600 colleges and universities worldwide. All Advanced Placement courses offered at Citrus Park Christian School are College Board approved.

Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment allows eligible high school students who meet CPCS requirements to enroll in postsecondary courses. Students earn credit toward high school graduation and, at the same time, earn credit toward a college degree. Students may participate in Dual Enrollment at the following institutions: Hillsborough Community College, University of South Florida, Clearwater Christian College, St. Petersburg College. All courses must be approved by the Administration.

Florida Virtual

The Florida Virtual School (FVS) offers online high school curricula, including limited AP course selections. CPCS students may enroll in Florida Virtual classes which are not offered through our course selection. See your guidance counselor for more information.

Testing Requirements

Students will have many opportunities to test and prepare for SAT and ACT testing. Freshmen, sophomores and juniors take the PSAT in October and the PLAN in November of each year. CPCS strongly encourages students to take the SAT/ACT beginning in their junior year to ensure ample opportunity for retesting and improving their scores.

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)

CPCS students with strong content background in a subject area can earn credit through an examination program administered by the college they attend. The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) allows you to demonstrate your knowledge in a wide range of subjects. Candidates for CLEP include students who have completed an AP course but did not earn a qualifying score of the AP exam, or who have taken several courses in one particular subject area. For more information, contact your guidance counselor or the admissions office at the postsecondary institution in which your student wants to enroll.