Earth Science is the study of how matter and energy flow through the Earth and our Solar System. We will study plate tectonics in the geosphere, weather and climate in the atmosphere, the role of water in the hydrosphere, and our planet relative to the sun and other objects within our solar system.

In Honors Biology, Students will be introduced to the Science of Life, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, the Cell, Heredity, Diversity and Evolution, Life Systems, and the Methodology of Science all in accordance with the Utah State Core Curriculum.

The objective of this class is to master skills helping students to facilitate the incorporation of the subject content into everyday life and prepare students for their specific future needs (i.e. College, Occupations, etc.) as it relates to the subject.

9th grade Language Arts is a continuation of what students learned in 8th grade. We focus on writing, especially argumentative essays, and reading both informational and literary text. The course is designed to encourage critical thinking skills and prepare the students for the SAGE test at the end of the year.

In Honors Language Arts, the students go deeper with writing, reading and discussion. They will be researching and reading on a higher level than regular LA. This does not mean more work, it just means more interesting work.

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Students in Secondary Mathematics I will deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships, in part by contrasting them with exponential phenomena, and in part by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will use properties and theorems involving congruent figures to deepen and extend their understanding of geometric knowledge. Algebraic and geometric ideas are tied together. Students will experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.  

Students in Secondary Mathematics II Extended will focus on quadratic expressions, equations, and functions, extend the set of rational numbers to the set of complex numbers, link probability and data through conditional probability and counting methods, study similarity and right triangle trigonometry, and study circles with their quadratic algebraic representations. Honors students will also represent complex numbers and their operations on the complex plane, solve systems of equations, prove and apply trigonometric identities, express conic sections algebraically, and solve problems using volume measurements. 

Geography for Life Students will demonstrate a comprehensive geographical view of the human and physical worlds and why they influence and relate to the environment, societies, and to global interconnectedness and interdependence.

• Develop map and globe skills of space and place.

• Develop and evaluate alternative uses of environments and resources.

• Demonstrate local, regional, national, and international connections

In Physical Skills students will learn to perform a variety of motor skills through workout routines and specific team and individual sports. Through class activities, students will gain insight into the benefits of being physically fit and develop strategies for achieving and maintaining life-long fitness. 

Physical Skills 1 is designed to develop competency in up to five different activities for individual, dual, and team sports with the emphasis on lifelong participation opportunities. This particular class will focus on lifetime fitness, yoga, dance, and crossfit activities. Volunteers from the offerings in the community will come to guest teach and we take field trips. 

Business Office Specialist (BOS)or Concurrent Enrollment Business Office Specialist (CEBOS) applies advanced concepts and principles using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic presentation software. Students will integrate applications learned. This course builds on skills in Digital Literacy. Students may have the opportunity to participate in industry-level exams through Certiport. 

Exploring Computer Science introduces students to the diverse and dynamic field of computer science through engaging, accessible topics. Students will learn to design and evaluate solutions by developing algorithms and writing programs, while also exploring how data is created, transformed, and interpreted. The course emphasizes computational thinking and problem-solving in contexts that are meaningful to students’ lives. Learners will investigate how computing systems and innovations function, and analyze their societal impacts. Topics include artificial intelligence, web development, programming, and physical computing, all within a collaborative and ethical computing culture.

Seminary (doesn’t count towards High School Graduation) is a worldwide, four-year religious educational program for youth ages 14 through 18. It is operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints but is open to teenagers of all faiths.

In seminary, students and their teachers meet each weekday during the school year to study scripture. The curriculum is organized in a sequential or chapter by chapter manner. Instruction concentrates on a different volume of scripture each year, rotating between the following four courses: Old Testament, New Testament, Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants and Church History. By the time a student graduates from seminary, he or she will have completed the study of all of the standard works of scripture.

AFJROTC (1.0)- provides leadership training and an aerospace science program for high school students. This program is taught at Dixie High School and students who are interested can be bused from SCHS to Dixie High School in order to participate in this program. Air Force Junior ROTC helps build better citizens by providing courses in leadership, physical fitness, aviation history, the science of flight, and exploration of space. Additionally, cadets have awesome extra-curricular opportunities to compete on drill teams, a cyber protection team, and a space team. Juniors and Seniors can earn their private pilot’s license.