Canyon Crest Academy The 4 x 4 Schedule

Canyon Crest Academy The 4 x 4 Schedule & Academic Programs PRESE NT ED B Y: CC A COUNSE LORS

We are Creative, Confident & Accepting § 4 x 4 Schedule § Envision Conservatory (Cinema, Dance, Fine Arts, Humanities, Vocal Music and Instrumental Music & Theatre) § Uniqueness of Students and Staff § Clubs (Over 250 student led clubs) 2

Course 1 Course 5 Course 2 Course 6 Course 3 Course 7 Course 4 Course 8 3

Each TERM consists of two “quarters” & each “quarter” is equivalent to a semester on a traditional schedule Fall Term 1 st Quarter 2 nd Quarter Spring Term 3 rd Quarter 4 th Quarter Spanish 1 Integrated Math 1 Biology Drawing and Design Year One English 9 PE or Dance English 9 Unschedule d period or pathway 4

4 x 4 Schedule Grading • Students earn 1 final grade per quarter; 2 final grades per class • The 1 st grade is equal to a fall semester grade and the 2 nd grade is equal to a spring semester grade on a traditional schedule. • The 3 rd grade is equal to a fall semester grade and the 4 th grade is equal to a spring semester grade on a traditional schedule. 1 st quarter FINAL GRADES 2 nd 3 rd quarter FINAL GRADES 4 th quarter FINAL GRADES

Building a Balanced Schedule §Spread out core academic courses over 4 years §Talk with your student about what they hope to get out of their high school experience §Remain open-minded about post-graduation options §CCA can be a great fit for any student. Know yourself and make it work for you § Be mindful of homework loads by reviewing course profiles §These 4 years go by quickly, enjoy them. Have fun! 6

Benefits and Challenges of the 4 x 4 Schedule BENEFIT S ØStudents have only 3 -4 classes on which to focus. CHALLENG ES Ø Course content moves at a rapid pace. Ø Students sometimes choose too many demanding classes instead of exploring electives or other interests Ø Students can complete graduation requirements and have room to explore elective options, career pathways and other ØStudents will have “gaps” between interests. sequential courses. Ø Students have more schedule flexibility and can take unscheduled periods while still meeting college and graduation requirements. ØIf students are absent frequently, they will fall behind in their classes. Classes meet daily.

Academic Programs & Course Offerings English Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Science World Language Performing Arts Fine/Visual Arts Practical Arts Physical Education Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways 8

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