STEM Program
If you want the personal connection of an excellent brick-and-mortar classroom combined with the flexibility of online learning for your student, choose this option. Our signature live online courses are the heart of the Williamsburg program, led by expert mentors who create a deep sense of community between students. Live courses include the following benefits:
In many live courses, we offer both a Classic and Honors format. Students in both versions meet in the same live class sessions, but students in Honors courses have about 30% more readings and assignments, including projects that are more challenging. Students are welcome to enroll in whichever version fits best for them and can switch within the first twenty-one days of the semester. Honors courses are not available in the self-paced format.
If your student works well independently or needs more flexibility to work around other
activities, our self-paced courses are an ideal option and provide a richer, more personal experience than many other asynchronous online courses. Self-paced courses include the following benefits:
In high school Math, Fine Arts, PE, and Electives, we offer independent courses so students can earn academic credit for learning from a third-party curriculum provider. Some students prefer alternative math programs; others put in long hours practicing musical instruments, competing on an athletic team, or participating in internships. Students can earn credit for these and other activities by enrolling in an Independent Studies course, provided they fulfill the course requirements (see the above course links for full details).
Why This Class
Wouldn’t it be great if your student could study nitty-gritty science and learn about the things that make up our entire world? In this course, students explore the atom. Together with their mentor they will be able to marvel at the simplicity of an atom and all of the complex things atoms create.
In this course, students will observe the interconnectedness of all things on our planet. They will learn about Earth’s systems and what makes them work. They will study ecosystems and observe organisms working together to create the place they call home.
The semester will end by looking at how all of these systems affect humans. Extreme weather can seem mysterious and frightening, especially when you’re young. In the event of a natural disaster, it helps if your student is aware of what’s happening and what they can do in response. Students will leave the course with a deeper understanding of what they can do to study, learn about, and respect the planet.
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This course requires a few supplies. Please see the book list in SIS for details.
How does energy affect the state of matter?
Why is our planet called a living planet?
Which of Earth’s systems are powered by uneven heating and cooling?
What would happen if the decomposers disappeared?
How do we engineer buildings to withstand earthquakes?
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Please note that program and course descriptions, as well as reading and materials lists, are subject to change as we continuously improve our curriculum throughout the year. Book and materials lists for the upcoming school year are published in SIS mid to late June.
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