English 10: Honors British Literature (1st Sem.)
& American Literature (2nd. Sem.)   

• Objective: This is an advanced course in literature and writing. In addition to the study of literature, students will be required to develop their own writing and grammar skills through creative writing, essay assignments, and a term paper on finding voices in literature. Students will be required to complete regular assignments from and ACT preparation booklets as well as vocabulary lists drawn from reading and SAT lists. The bulk of class time however, will be spent in dialogue with the students regarding the literature they're studying. During the first semester, students will study British Novels/Epics, Poetry, Essays and Short Stories. The second semester will cover the American Novel, Plays, Poetry, Short Stories and Essays.
• Relationship to other courses: The literature studied will coincide with the students' Honors European History class. Literature is an important tool in developing understanding and appreciation of historical events. This course will also help students prepare themselves for the Advanced Placement Exam and college boards.
• Required reading: For the writing and grammar part of this course, students will be using by Warrimer as their text. For a complete reading list, please see the Registrar.

History 10: Honors European History   

• Objective: This course focuses on the main events, places, and people that shaped the history of Europe beginning with the ancient Greek civilization from 2000 B.C. The course will not only relate the definitive elements of European History, but also how these elements have shaped life in Europe today and how they affect its future. This class will also help students to develop their skills in critical writing through essay assignments and research papers.
• Relationship to other courses: As stated above, the content of this course will correlate to the students' English class. A thorough understanding of European history is a prerequisite for the AP United States History class offered their junior year. Successful completion of this course will prepare the student for the Advance Placement Exam.
• Required text and reading: is the textbook students will use for their studies. The course is also supplemented with different medias including field trips, novels and movies.

Math 10: Geometry, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus   

• Geometry: This course is designed to teach deductive reasoning to students. The application of this skill will be used in recognizing valid and invalid deductions. Once this concept is mastered, deductive reasoning is used to write geometric proofs. The course covers the use of definitions, postulates, and theorems to study properties of equality and inequality in angles, triangles, polygons and other geometric figures. Students in this course will use by Harold R. Jacobs as their textbook. Geometry is recommended after the completion of Algebra 1 and before beginning Algebra 2.
• Algebra 2: This course covers intermediate Algebra, Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry. Students learn the concepts and skills needed to be familiar with solving problems on their own enable the student in future math course work. Computers as well as graphing calculators will be introduced in Pre-Calculus and Calculus. Students use , by Paul A. Foerster.
• Pre-Calculus: This course is designed for students who have successfully completed a previous course in Algebra 2 and Trigonometry. Students should be familiar with a scientific calculator and have one of their own as part of the supplies of this course. Graphing calculators are introduced and used periodically to illustrate and explore roots of equations, asymptotes and matrix operations. Students in this course use by Roland E. Larson and Robert P. Hostetler.

Science 10: Chemistry   

• Objective: This is an introductory course to chemistry developed to help students increase their capacity for deductive reasoning. This course increases students' skills in scientific reasoning by using the scientific method as a tool to resolve problems. By the end of this course, students will know the periodic table, how to compute chemical equations and chemical formulas, the varieties of matter and their properties, chemical laws, and the major elements of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and organic chemistry.
• Relationship to other courses: Chemistry is the foundation for many other subjects of science. Advanced courses in Physics and Biology are offered subsequently to the successful completion of Chemistry. Students who do well in Chemistry also do well in courses requiring analytical reasoning.
• Required text: by Ebbing and Wentworth.

Foreign Language   
Students advance in foreign language based upon their aptitude for the language. Meridian School requires that each high school student complete three years of study in a foreign language or complete the AP course which is usually offered at level 5 of their language. Since the study of foreign language begins in Middle School, many freshmen will begin their high school study at the 3rd or 4th level. This will give them the opportunity to learn more than one language if desired. However, students must complete two consecutive years of one language to fulfill their language requirement.

• Languages: German, French & Spanish
• Objectives: There are two objectives to learning a foreign language. The first objective is to provide the student with an appreciation and ability to speak another language and learn about a different culture. The second objective is to enhance the students understanding of their native language by studying the differences and similarities in grammar, structure and vocabulary in other languages.
• Required text and reading: The level of language studied will determine the textbook. Students in an advanced level may be required to read essays and novels written in their language of study.

Elective Courses   
Students will supplement their core curriculum with elective classes in fine and dramatic arts, physical education and humanities. Students will have the choice of two electives per term.