12th Grade (2024-2025)

Symphony Orchestra Instructor: Sara Long	This is a performing group for orchestra students who exhibit an appropriate level of performance skills on their individual instruments. Performance of concert music as assigned by the director is expected. This ensemble will attend UIL and other appropriate contests throughout the year. Students are expected to continue to develop individual skills and ensemble skills. Students are expected to prepare All-Region music during the fall; auditioning for All-Region Orchestra is encouraged. Students are encouraged to perform a solo in the Richardson Chamber Music Festival or UIL Solo-Ensemble Contest. This course involves outside of school rehearsals, performances, and travel. From the Assistant Director: Thanks, Augustine - I really appreciate the kind words! You're a fantastic musician and I hope you will be able to go far with your music. Best of luck to you at school as you move on, please stay in touch and feel free to come back and see us some time! Mr. Fryklund	Grade: 99/100
AP Statistics Instructor: Vanessa Contreras	The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data: Observing patterns and departures from patterns; Planning a Study: Deciding what and how to measure; Anticipating Patterns: Producing models using probability and simulation; and Statistical Inference: Confirming models. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Statistics. AP Statistics does not prepare students for the SAT/ACT Tests.	Grade: 98/100, AP Score: 4/5
Dual Credit Linear Algebra Instructor: Faranak Nikzad, Professor Praveena Dhayanithy	Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; and applications in science and engineering. (4 Lec.)	Grade: A
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Instructor: Lars Londot	In GT AP Physics C, students will put to use the skills acquired from previous math and physics courses. Mechanics is a calculus-based, college-level physics course. It covers kinematics; Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation, oscillations, and gravitation. Electricity and Magnetism is a calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in one of the physical sciences or engineering. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through classroom study and activities as well as hands-on laboratory work as they explore concepts like change, force interactions, fields and conservation. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take both the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Physics C.	Grade: 93/100, AP Score: 2/5
AP Physics C: Mechanics Instructor: Lars Londot	In GT AP Physics C, students will put to use the skills acquired from previous math and physics courses. Mechanics is a calculus-based, college-level physics course. It covers kinematics; Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation, oscillations, and gravitation. Electricity and Magnetism is a calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in one of the physical sciences or engineering. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through classroom study and activities as well as hands-on laboratory work as they explore concepts like change, force interactions, fields and conservation. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take both the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Physics C.	Grade: 97/100, AP Score: 3/5
Professional Internship Program Instructor: Amanda Gulley, Daniel Long	This course is designed for high school seniors who have excelled in academic performance and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Students are given the opportunity to explore specific career interests by being matched with a mentor from the business or professional community in non-paid internship training at various sites in the local community. Students develop a project on a topic related to their career internship by using scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the internship.	Grade: 100/100
Dual Credit Calculus 3 Instructor: Dr. Timothy Lo	This course is a study of advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral including Green's Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem. (4 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit Discrete Mathematics Instructor: Dr. Janak Joshi	A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science. Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit Differential Equations Instructor: Dr. Denise Race	This course is a study of ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, boundary value problems, and applications. (4 Lec.)	Grade: B

Summer 2024

Dual Credit Economics Instructor: Dr. Steven Manley	An analysis of the economy as a whole including measurement and determination of Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply, national income, inflation, and unemployment. Other topics include international trade, economic growth, business cycles, and fiscal policy and monetary policy. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit US Government Instructor: Michael Iachetta	Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties and civil rights. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit English 4 (World Literature II) Instructors: Dr. Erin Kelley, Dr. Hurshel Burton	A survey of world literature from the seventeenth century to the present. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions. For repeatability purposes, students who take English 2331 should not also take English 2332 or 2333. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit English 4 (World Literature I) Instructor: Lars Londot	A survey of world literature from the ancient world through the sixteenth century. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions. For repeatability purposes, students who take English 2331 should not also take English 2332 or 2333. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A

11th Grade (2023-2024)

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Magnet AP Computer Science Instructor: Henry Vo	This course prepares students to take the Computer Science A AP exam. Students learn to develop programs utilizing various problem-solving skills and techniques. Topics include object-oriented programming, data structures, control structures, repetition, algorithm analysis, and a case study. This course can count as a math and LOTE credit.	Grade: 99/100, AP Score: 3/5
Honors Symphony Orchestra Instructor: Sara Long	This course is for string orchestra students who wish to broaden their Symphony musical experiences. The course will emphasize an expansion of the essential elements and Symphony expectations and provide students the opportunity to develop qualities of independent musicianship. Students will be required to perform solos or other appropriate works from their instrument's repertoire, research music and composers, and study styles relative to their instrument. They will also attend and critique concerts as well as explore other appropriate learning experiences as directed by the teacher. Students are required to prepare All-Region audition materials and RISD Chamber Music Festival materials. This course involves outside of school rehearsals, performances, and travel.	Grade: 99/100
AP Chemistry Instructor: Erin Bierwagen	AP Chemistry is an introductory college-level Chemistry course. The student in such a course will attain a depth of understanding of fundamentals and competence in dealing with chemical problems. Students will develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data, applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Chemistry. Aww, thanks Augustine! Glad to hear taking AP Chem has paid off for you; spread the word! It's sometimes tricky getting high school students to understand that that doing hard things now will save effort and money later. I also appreciate that you took the time to write me an email. Enjoy your summer and continue soaring next year!	Grade: 89/100, AP Score: 5/5
AP Calculus AB Instructor: Sara Korotkow	Advanced Placement Calculus AB is designed for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Elementary Analysis. The course includes a study of elementary functions, properties of limits, the derivative and applications, techniques of integration, and applications of the definite integral. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Calculus AB.	Grade: 100/100, AP Score: 5/5 (Self Studied BC)
On-Ramps Physics 1 Mechanics Instructor: David Johnston	This course introduces big ideas in physics such as Newtonian mechanics, which describes objects changing their state of motion because of forces causing them to accelerate; and it reinforces the general idea that the behavior of many objects in the world can be described precisely with simple mathematics. This is an algebra-based (non-calculus) course in mechanics that fulfills a general physics requirement (proficiency in Algebra and Geometry is assumed). Students will practice problem solving and analyzing physical situation involving motion, force, energy, rotations, heat, oscillations, waves, and sound. They will explore concepts in small groups, develop ideas, and explain those ideas. This course lays the groundwork for college majors including engineering, physics, chemistry, and mathematics.	Grade: 96/100, UT Grade: B (Course and Lab)
AP US History Instructor: Samuel Mount	This survey course is taught at college level, using college texts, and addresses the historical span from discovery and exploration to the present. Elements of geography that are essential for full understanding of historical events and issues are included and are designed to build geographic skills. Instructional strategies emphasize higher level thinking skills and creative thought processes. Students use a variety of rich primary and secondary source materials such as biographies and autobiographies and landmark Supreme Court cases. Research using analytical and communication skills are required consistent with historical methodology. Combined with the TEKS for United States History Studies Since Reconstruction, this one-year course satisfies the state requirement while preparing students for the AP United States History exam in May. Students may fulfill the graduation requirement in United States History Studies Since Reconstruction by taking either United States History Studies Since Reconstruction or Advanced Placement (AP) United States History. Students who have earned 1.0 unit of credit in United States History Studies Since Reconstruction may enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) United States History for state elective credit. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP US History.	Grade: 97/100, AP Score: 4/5
AP Music Theory Instructor: Ryan Reyna	A student in grade 11 or 12 may receive one fine arts credit by taking Music Theory. (Enrollment is through Music Department Staff approval.) This course requires previous music training and is primarily designed for students planning to major in music in college. This is a rigorous course emphasizing the study of music notation, harmony, sight-reading, sight-singing, basic keyboard knowledge, ear training, composition, arranging, and style analysis. It's great to hear from you Augustine! Thank you for your kind words. Where are you going to school next year? I hope having a year in between theory courses won't be too much of a hurdle going into next year. Although I know you'll be fine!	Grade: 97/100, AP Score: 4/5 (4 Aural, 5 Non-Aural)
Dual Credit English 3 (Composition I) Instructor: William Deaton	Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement, and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis. (3 Lec.)	Grade: A
Dual Credit English 3 (Composition II) Instructor: William Deaton	Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions. (3 Lec.)	Grade: B

10th Grade (2022-2023)

AP World History Instructor: John Witter	This course is taught at college level, using college texts, and is designed to develop greater understanding of the development of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human societies and advanced through a combination of factual knowledge with an emphasis on analytical skills. Focused primarily on the past thousand years, the course builds on an understanding of cultural, institutional, and technological precedents that set the human stage prior to 1000 C.E. The AP exam is offered in May. Combined with the TEKS for World History, this one-year course satisfies the state requirement while preparing students for the AP World History exam in May. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP World History. *Students may fulfill the graduation requirement in World History Studies by taking either World History Studies or Advanced Placement (AP) World History Studies.	Grade: 93/100, AP Score: 5/5
Honors Symphony Orchestra Instructor: Sara Long	This course is for string orchestra students who wish to broaden their Symphony musical experiences. The course will emphasize an expansion of the essential elements and Symphony expectations and provide students the opportunity to develop qualities of independent musicianship. Students will be required to perform solos or other appropriate works from their instrument's repertoire, research music and composers, and study styles relative to their instrument. They will also attend and critique concerts as well as explore other appropriate learning experiences as directed by the teacher. Students are required to prepare All-Region audition materials and RISD Chamber Music Festival materials. This course involves outside of school rehearsals, performances, and travel.	Grade: 99/100
Advanced English 2 Instructor: Kenneth Stampe	The knowledge and skills in English Language Arts and Reading are integrated and progressive with students continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance to think critically. English 2 specific content, skills, and processes include but are not limited to: analyzing how themes are developed through characterization and plot, including comparing similar themes in a variety of literary texts representing different cultures, analyzing how authors develop complex yet believable characters, including archetypes, through historical and cultural settings and events, analyzing the purpose of rhetorical devices such as appeals, antithesis, and parallelism, and revising drafts to improve clarity, development, organization, style, diction, and sentence effectiveness, including the use of parallel constructions and placement of phrases and dependent clauses. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.	Grade: 92/100
AP European Studies Instructor: Kevin Smith	In this elective college-level course using college texts, students examine the history of Europe through the twentieth century. Students explore and analyze various aspects of European history including intellectual and cultural history, political and diplomatic history, and social and economic history. Research using analytical and communication skills consistent with historical methodology is required. The AP Exam is offered in May. This course may be taken in place of World History. Hello Augustine, Just came across your kind words as I was catching up on my emails. Thank you for your encouragement. It was great having you as a student. You must be about to start college now. I’m sure you will do well! Thanks again, Mr. Smith	Grade: 99/100, AP Score: 4/5
On-Ramps Pre-Calculus Instructor: Sara Korotkow	OnRamps Precalculus works through a dual-enrollment model with the University of Texas at Austin. Through a creative and connected approach, students deepen and extend their knowledge of functions, graphs, and equations from their high school Algebra and Geometry courses so that they can successfully work with the concepts in a rigorous university-level calculus course. This course is designed to push students well beyond "drill and kill" exercises, emphasizing conceptual understanding of mathematical definitions and developing logical arguments with peers. For more information on OnRamps, see Appendix D.	Grade: 99/100, UT Grade: A
Magnet Computer Science 1 Instructor: Henry Vo	Computer Science I will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and present meaningful programs. In an object-oriented environment, students will design, code, test, and debug computer programs to solve problems. Programming topics will include object-oriented design, data types, variables, methods, encapsulation, control structures, iteration, algorithms, logical and relational operators, random numbers, and one-dimensional arrays. This course can count as a LOTE credit.	Grade: 98/100
Advanced Chemistry Instructor: Erin Bierwagen	The Chemistry-Advanced course offers students extensive inquiry experiences in which the major concepts involving chemical changes of matter are developed through experiments and classroom discussion. Experiments and their results are the central aspects of the curriculum. Advanced level research of selected chemistry topics is conducted as independent study under the supervision of the instructor. This course includes topics taught in the regular course but covered in greater detail. Mathematical applications are emphasized. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success. Aww, thanks Augustine! Glad to hear taking AP Chem has paid off for you; spread the word! It's sometimes tricky getting high school students to understand that that doing hard things now will save effort and money later. I also appreciate that you took the time to write me an email. Enjoy your summer and continue soaring next year!	Grade: 95/100
Magnet Foundations in Cybersecurity Instructor: Henry Vo	This course develops the knowledge and skills needed to master fundamental concepts of cybersecurity. Students in the course will develop a foundation for continuing their cybersecurity education and choosing a career in the cybersecurity field. Students will explore the challenges facing information security professionals related to ethics, system security, network security, and application security. Students will conduct risk assessments and develop and implement security policies to mitigate those risks. Students will examine trends in cyber-attacks, common vulnerabilities, and the emergence of cyber terrorism.	Grade: 100/100

9th Grade (2021-2022)

Advanced Algebra 2 Instructor: Karina Rodriguez	Advanced Algebra 2 is designed for students who completed the first course of Advanced Algebra 1. Students will broaden their knowledge of quadratic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations. Students will study logarithmic, square root, cubic, cube root, absolute value, rational functions, and their related equations. Students will connect functions to their inverses and associated equations and solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.	Grade: 100/100
Symphony Orchestra Instructor: Sara Long	This is a performing group for orchestra students who exhibit an appropriate level of performance skills on their individual instruments. Performance of concert music as assigned by the director is expected. This ensemble will attend UIL and other appropriate contests throughout the year. Students are expected to continue to develop individual skills and ensemble skills. Students are expected to prepare All-Region music during the fall; auditioning for All-Region Orchestra is encouraged. Students are encouraged to perform a solo in the Richardson Chamber Music Festival or UIL Solo-Ensemble Contest. This course involves outside of school rehearsals, performances, and travel. From the assistant director of this year: Augustine! Thank you so much for writing me! I am overjoyed to hear that you're pursuing music!! You have a strong work ethic and a natural talent to make it happen! I'd love if you kept me updated about your future! Have a great summer! Ms Siemers	Grade: 99/100
Magnet AP Computer Science Principles Instructor: John Poston	AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, inviting students to develop the computational thinking vital for success across multiple disciplines. This course is unique in its focus on fostering students to be creative and encouraging students to apply creative processes when developing computational artifacts. Students design and implement innovative solutions using an interactive process like what artist, writers, computer scientists and engineers use to bring ideas to life. This course prepares students for the AP Computer Science Principles exam.	Grade: 97/100, AP Score: 4/5
Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance Instructor: Bobbie Weir	Students gain knowledge and skills in the different aspects of the business world. Components of the course include the role of business in a global society, business ethics, economic systems, organized labor, costs and profits in finance, sales process, advertising, personal finance, and career opportunities. This course meets graduation requirements for .5 Technology credit.	Grade: 99/100
Advanced Biology Instructor: Sara Miller	In Biology - Advanced students will develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data analyzing data, apply mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. Students will study a variety of topics that include: structures and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution, taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; and ecosystems and the environment. These topics are the same as taught in the regular course but covered in greater detail. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.	Grade: 97/100
AP Human Geography Instructor: Calvin Smith	AP Human Geography introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Combined with the TEKS for World Geography, this one-year course satisfies the state requirement while preparing students for the AP Human Geography exam in May. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Human Geography. Hello Mr. Su, First of all, congratulations for graduating with an above 4.0 GPA! Secondly, thank you very much for reaching out to me to thank me for teaching AP Human Geo. It was a rewarding subject to teach and I, honestly, had my doubts that I mixed my real-world experience with the lesson well. Knowing that a capable student like you believes I did well makes me feel well accomplished! Also, thanks for asking about my business. It had a very slow start but has done well enough that I'm in the process of selling my representation contracts then, possibly, returning to the classroom. I assume you are college bound? You're about to come of age in a time unlike any other in human history. It's both exciting and terrifying with the new technologies that are already here and the ones on the way. From LLMs and AI, to humanoid robots already in the workforce, even the commercial fusion power plants being built in Virgina and China as well as the recent breakthroughs in genetics and medicine. I have no doubt that young men and women like you will take these tools in exciting new directions we haven't even conceived yet. Thank you again for taking the time to look me up, and reach out to me. If I can ever offer you any assistance or even just an ear, don't hesitate to reach out to me. Calvin B. Smith Lifelong Learner	Grade: 98/100, AP Score: 3/5
Advanced English 1 Instructor: Travis Staton	The knowledge and skills in English Language Arts and Reading are integrated and progressive with students continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance to think critically. English 1 specific content, skills, and processes include but are not limited to: analyzing how themes are developed through characterization and plot in a variety of literary texts, analyzing various types of evidence and treatment of counterarguments, including concessions and rebuttals, explaining the purpose of rhetorical devices such as understatement and overstatement, revising drafts to improve clarity, development, organization, style, diction, and sentence effectiveness, including the use of parallel constructions and placement of phrases and dependent clauses. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.	Grade: 95/100

8th Grade (2020-2021)

GT Pre-AP Science Instructor: Kristin Zeito	Students will grow in scientific understanding by conducting field and laboratory investigations - engaging scientific process skills, traditional lab equipment and current, innovative technology. As students improve their science skills through personalized learning, goal-setting, service learning, career exploration, inquiry-based investigations and experiences, they increase their understandings through integration of these topics: matter and energy; force, motion, and energy; earth and space; and organisms and environments. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.	Grade: 95/100
Pre-AP Social Studies Instructor: Karen Monroe	Grade 8 students study the history of the United States from the early colonial period through Reconstruction. Content focuses on the political, economic, and social events and issues related to the colonial and revolutionary eras, the creation and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, the challenges of the early Republic, westward expansion, sectionalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Throughout the course, students focus on the impact of geography on settlement patterns, the development of the political and economic systems, the rights and responsibilities of its citizens, and the scientific and technological innovations that created the uniqueness of the United States. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.	Grade: 99/100
Pre-AP Geometry Instructor: Patricia Abouabdo	Advanced 8 is designed for students who have completed Algebra 1. The goals and content of this course are the same as those for Geometry but with more in-depth problem-solving experiences. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success. This course satisfies Geometry credit requirement for high school graduation and can be taken concurrently with Algebra 1.	Grade: 96/100
Advanced Orchestra Instructor: Jonathan Roozeboom	The Advanced Orchestra is the main orchestral performing group at the junior high. The students must demonstrate above average knowledge, ability, and musicianship on their instruments. The emphasis of the group will be on the development and refinement of individual and ensemble playing skills. Students must participate in the RISD Chamber Music Festival and are encouraged to audition for All Region Orchestra. This course involves outside of school rehearsals and performances. Hi Augustine, Thank you for your kind email. Your growth from a young 7th grader to a graduating senior has been amazing to watch! I enjoyed your Mendelssohn performance. I wish you nothing but the best as you transition into your time in Nebraska and hope you enjoy your college experience! Do as much as you can with as many different groups of people as you can!	Grade: 100/100
Spanish 2 Instructor: Vivian Arroyo	The primary focus of Level II classes is to bring all students to at least a novice-high level of proficiency. A large portion of the curriculum is focused on strategies that develop interpretive skills, with an additional focus on speaking and writing. To meet this end, 85%-100% of the class must be conducted in the target language. This course satisfies Level 1 LOTE requirement for high school graduation.	Grade: 92/100
Principles of Applied Engineering Instructor: Kathleen Ma	This course provides students with an introductory overview into the various fields of science, engineering, mathematics, as related to robotic and technology systems. Major components include design software, safety, identification of tools and usage, teamwork, system modeling and designs, controls, basic automation systems, applications and relations in physical and mechanical systems, process control systems, culminating in a team-based project while assuming different roles as a team member, maintaining an engineering notebook, testing, and presenting the project.	Grade: 99/100
Pre-AP Language Arts Instructor: Marjorie Lindsey-Allison	The knowledge and skills in English Language Arts and Reading are integrated and progressive with students continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance to think critically. 8th grade specific content, skills, and processes include but are not limited to: analyzing how themes are developed through the interaction of characters and events, analyzing non-linear plot development such as flashbacks, foreshadowing, subplots, and parallel plot structures, identifying an author's claim and analyzing the argument, counter argument, and intended audience, revising drafts for clarity, development organization, style word choice, and sentence variety. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.	Grade: 95/100

7th Grade (2019-2020)

Pre-AP Language Arts Instructor: Lauren Zutavern	The knowledge and skills in English Language Arts and Reading are integrated and progressive with students continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically. 7th grade specific content, skills, and processes include but are not limited to: inferring multiple themes within and across texts, analyzing how characters' qualities influence events and resolution of conflict, identifying an author's claim, intended audience, and craft as to how an author uses various types of evidence and considers alternatives to the support of an argument, and revising drafts for clarity, development, organization, style, word choice, and sentence variety. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.	Grade: 97/100
Beginning Orchestra Instructor: Sara Cooper	The emphasis of this class will be in learning the fundamentals for playing a string instrument and reading music to prepare the student for a performing organization. Students should participate in RISD Chamber Music Festival. This course involves outside of school rehearsals and performances.	Grade: 99/100
Spanish 1 Instructor: Wendy Mejia	The primary focus of a Level I class is to develop listening and reading comprehension in students, while developing early speaking and writing skills. To meet this end, 80%-100% of the class must be conducted in the target language. Students will read, listen to, and interpret text and audio resources in the target language; and speak and write using very basic language. This course satisfies Level 1 LOTE requirement for high school graduation.	Grade: 95/100
Pre-AP Social Studies Instructor: Joshua Worthington	Grade 7 students study the history of Texas, the full scope of Texas history, including the cultures of Native Americans living in Texas prior to European exploration, the eras of mission-building, colonization, revolution, republic, and statehood, focusing on key individuals, events, and issues and their impact. Students identify regions of Texas and the distribution of population within and among the regions; the structure and functions of municipal, county, and state governments; the influence of the U.S. Constitution on the Texas Constitution; and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Students identify the different racial and ethnic groups that settled in Texas to build a republic and then a state; students analyze the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the development of Texas. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success.	Grade: 95/100
Pre-AP Algebra 1 Instructor: Paxton Parker	In Algebra I Advanced 8, students will study linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their related transformations, equations, and associated solutions. Students will study polynomials, radical expressions, sequences, law of exponents and linear systems. The students will connect functions and their associated solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Students will use technology to analyze statistical relationships. These concepts will involve more in-depth problem solving experiences than Algebra 1. This course satisfies Algebra 1 credit requirement for high school graduation.	Grade: 100/100
Math Based Science Instructor: Larikka James	This course introduces and supports advanced math concepts used in the science and engineering field. SMU's Infinity Project provides a framework to demonstrate the processes of creativity, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills in the context of engineering design, robotics, rocketry, machines, sound/environmental/biomedical engineering, digital imaging, structures, and power. The NASA Connect program is an added on-line resource to Infinity's specialized classroom technologies. The approach: learning math, science and engineering through lab applications and hands-on activities.	Grade: 98/100
GT Pre-AP Science Instructor: Kristin Zeito	In grade 7, the study of science includes conducting field and laboratory investigations using scientific process skills, traditional lab equipment, and current technology including computers, Internet resources, hand-held data collectors, and related probes. As students improve their science skills through inquiry-based investigations and experiences, they increase their understandings through integration of these topics: matter and energy; force, motion, and energy; earth and space; and organisms and environments. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college readiness courses and college success. Augustine, first of all, of course I absolutely remember you. You were brilliant, beautiful, humorous, and such a joy to have around. Opening my email to see this message today is a true shock and delight. I cannot thank you enough for reaching out. You are exactly right though, the world is a beautiful place full of people with things to offer each other and lessons to teach. You no doubt have taught me and still with this message continue to teach me. Reflection is such an important part of the human species, and I will be forever grateful for your words. I'm wishing you so much success, and I hope that you will let me know what you're up to and achieving these days as I'm sure it's astounding. Regards, Kristin Zeito	Grade: 98/100

Other Teachers

Violin Teacher Kaitlin Teske-Gallman	Hello Augustine, Thank you so much for your kind message. It was a pleasure to teach a student like you with such personal drive. The Mendelssohn is my absolute favorite. It's the first one I ever heard and it had me hooked as a student too. Please send me your non-school email so we can keep in touch. Who are you studying violin with post-high school/where? I am happy to help any way I can if you have questions with the process. I am so proud of what you've achieved! This will be such a great memory to have this recording from your high school concert. Way to go on the cadenza chords. Congratulations on your Graduation!
Elementary School Counselor Lindsey Dennis	Thank you, Augustine!! It was great to see you too & I am so proud of you! I really appreciate your kind words and I wish you the best of luck in college! You will do great! RISD has prepared you well! Mrs. Lindsey Dennis, M. Ed.
6th Grade English Teacher Natalie Gerhart	Hi Augustine! I remember you well. Thank you so much for reaching out and for the kind words. It truly means so much to me and encourages me. Wishing you the best in the future, always. Natalie Gerhart
High School Counselor Brittanye Love	Hi Augustine!!! Of course, I remember you and all of your advanced courses and complex schedules!! Congratulations on graduating, the time flew by so quickly! It was such a pleasure being your counselor! I am sad that I couldn't be there to see you walk the stage, but I am so proud of what you have accomplished thus far! UNL- University of Nebraska, Lincoln? That's awesome! I hope you have a safe and amazing summer. Good luck on your first year of college! All the best! -Mrs. Love
6th Grade Science Teacher Taylor Rollins	Hi Augustine! Thank you so much for sending this kind email. I'm happy to hear what I taught you is a foundation to high level courses. It was great seeing you at senior breakfast! Have a wonderful summer. Thank you, Taylor Rollins
Office Secretary Carol Ann Lemmond	Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure having you as an office aide! Pray all goes well as you pursue your music degree at University of Nebraska. You will do very well in college. Hope to see you in the future. Enjoy your summer.
6th Grade Math Teacher Jessica Nicolay	Hi Augustine, Thank you so much for sending this email. I haven't been on my school email much this summer, so I am just seeing this. It is so great to hear from you. I love to hear that you enjoy math so much and it all started in elementary school. I love to hear from former students and the things you enjoyed from class. We still do IXL in my class and lots of other fun math sites. What year are you now? What are you planning on studying? I hope you are enjoying summer. Thanks again for your email.

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