High School and Middle School Class Descriptions
See an underlined class? Click it! Each link will take you directly to Oak Meadow’s detailed course description for that class.
* An asterisk indicates a single-semester course; courses without an asterisk run for two semesters (full year).
Math
Middle & High School Math courses will be taught by Ms. Angela.
SCA utilizes All Things Algebra for all of our math curriculum. Check with Angela or the website for outlines for individual math courses.
Middle School Math 1
Middle School Math 2
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Geometry
Agebra 2
ELA
Oak Meadow is the basis for our core language arts curriculum.
Middle School
English 1 (Ms. Claire)
English 2 (Ms. Claire)
High School
Composition 1 * (Ms. Claire)
Composition 2 * (Ms. Claire)
World Literature (Ms. Claire)
Women’s Literature * (Ms. Jessica)
British Literature * (Ms. Jessica)
Science
Oak Meadow is the basis for our core science curriculum.
Science courses will be taught by Ms. Jessica.
Middle School:
High School:
Social Studies
Oak Meadow is the basis for our core middle school social studies curriculum.
Middle School
American History (Ms. Angela)
World History (Ms. Angela)
Civics (Ms. Angela)
High School
World Geography (Ms. Sam)
The following courses will not utilize the Oak Meadow curriculum:
MS Geography (Ms. Sam)
MS Florida History (Ms. Angela)
CLEP Courses
CLEP United States Government * (Ms. Angela)
CLEP History 1 * (Ms. Angela)
CLEP History 2 * (Ms. Angela)
CLEP Sociology * (Ms. Jessica)
CLEP Psychology * (Ms. CoCo)
Our CLEP courses are designed as one-semester programs that prepare students for College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams.
Electives
Middle School & Up
Dungeons and Dragons (Ms. Coco)
Step into a world of fantasy, imagination, and adventure! Ms.Coco's Table is the perfect introduction to the magical world of D&D, where adventurers will not only learn how to play the game but also craft their own unique characters to embark on epic quests.
Throughout the semester, students will dive into the fundamentals of the famous tabletop role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons. We will use collaborative storytelling that will allow adventurers to play, explore, and share a unique story that they create each week. As they navigate understanding the rules, rolling dice and role-playing in vibrant worlds filled with dragons, magic, and mythical creatures, adventurers will have opportunities to practice social emotional learning, mathematics, and story creation. They will create and develop their own characters, and explore how to bring their characters to life through backstories, weaknesses, and strengths.
First Lego League (Ms. Coco)
Our First Lego League team will be forming in early autumn. Email SCA Staff to inquire about joining the team.
This is a one-semester course unless the team advances in their competitions.
Greek Mythology (Ms. Coco)
Step into the world of ancient Greece and explore the legendary myths that have shaped storytelling for centuries! This course introduces students to the fascinating world of Greek mythology, where gods, heroes, and mythical creatures come to life through epic tales.
Students will learn about the Olympian gods, famous myths like The Odyssey and The Twelve Labors of Heracles, and the moral lessons hidden within these timeless stories. Through reading, discussions, creative projects, and storytelling activities, students will analyze how Greek mythology continues to influence modern literature, art, and culture.
By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of mythological themes, symbolism, and storytelling traditions while developing their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
World Mythology (Ms. Coco)
Prerequisite: Greek Mythology
Description Coming Soon!
Personal Finance (Ms. CoCo)
This engaging finance course puts students in the driver's seat of life from ages 22 to 42, allowing them to simulate real-world financial decisions and experience the consequences of their choices.
Students will explore key aspects of personal finance, including career selection, budgeting, investing, homeownership, and more, while making choices about cars, apartments, spouses, and financial goals. With each decision, they will create and adjust budgets, learning firsthand how financial planning impacts long-term success and stability.
This interactive and engaging course helps students develop smart money habits, avoid financial pitfalls, and gain the confidence to manage their future finances responsibly.
STEM Lab (Grades 6+) (Ms. Coco)
Curiosity-Driven. Hands-On. No Homework Required.
This weekly STEM Lab is designed for students who love to build, experiment, test ideas, and explore how the world works — without the pressure of homework. Each session is a fully immersive, hands-on experience where students become engineers, scientists, designers, and problem-solvers.
Students will tackle exciting lab challenges such as engineering catapults, designing renewable energy systems, creating chemical reactions, building bio-inspired models, exploring physics through motion experiments, and solving real-world survival scenarios. Every class is structured around active experimentation, teamwork, and guided discovery.
This is not a lecture-based course. It’s a lab-driven experience where students:
Ask big questions
Design and test prototypes
Analyze results
Improve their ideas
Collaborate in small teams
Concepts in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental science, and engineering are introduced through interactive challenges rather than worksheets. Students develop critical thinking, creativity, resilience, and scientific reasoning — all within class time.
Perfect for curious thinkers, creative builders, and students who learn best by doing.
Photography (Ms. Kim)
Course Description Coming Soon!
Digital Editing (Ms. Kim)
Course Description Coming Soon!
Press Studio: School Media, Journalism & Yearbook Production * (Ms. Sam)
This course will focus on school news, photography, interviews, social media, and yearbook content.
Homework is intensive.
Press Studio is a hands-on class where students create real content for the school. Students write news articles, take photos at events, conduct interviews, and produce posts for SCA social media. Their work also helps build the annual yearbook.
This course runs like a small newsroom. Students work as a team and meet real deadlines.
Design Foundations: Product Design and Build Studio * (Ms. Sam)
This course is best suited for students who are eager to learn about graphic design.
This course introduces students to the foundations of product design through drawing, model-making, and physical prototyping. Students learn to think like designers—identifying problems, generating ideas, building models, testing with users, and refining solutions.
Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship, creative thinking, tool safety, material knowledge, and clear communication. Ideally, students complete a physical design portfolio.
Shakespearean English: Language, Literature, and Performance * (Ms. Sam)
Shakespeare Is the Foundation of Modern English
Many everyday phrases come from Shakespeare:
“Break the ice.”
“Wild-goose chase”
“Heart of gold”
“In a pickle”
When students learn to interpret Shakespeare, they gain tools that transfer directly into advanced literature study and dramatic performance.
Executive Functioning * (Ms. Sam)
Target executive functioning and study skills necessary for academic success at the middle and high school level. Students will be provided with a "toolbox of strategies" to help achieve their goals, improve academic performance, and build confidence along the way.
Skills targeted:
Understanding Executive Functioning Skills
Planning
Organization
Time Management
Task Initiation
Working Memory
Attention & Focus
Metacognition
Self-Control
Flexible Thinking
Perseverance
Study Strategies
Test-Taking Strategies
SMART Goals
Prioritizing Work…and more!
Debate/Critical Thinking (Ms. Marci)
This course is designed to sharpen students' analytical skills. It is not just about winning arguments, but the ability to understand complex issues, weigh evidence, and adapt perspectives. It provides vital skills in intellectual humility, critical analysis, and confidence that extend far beyond the classroom.
Just Chill (Ms. Marci)
This weekly class introduces students to a variety of relaxation techniques and activities designed to promote mindfulness, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. Each session will focus on a different practice, giving students tools to relax their minds and bodies while exploring creative and calming activities.
Highlights include:
Mindfulness Techniques: Learn breathing exercises, guided meditation, and visualization practices.
Physical Relaxation: Try gentle yoga, stretching routines, and progressive muscle relaxation.
Creative Expression: Explore relaxing art forms like coloring, journaling, and simple crafts.
Sensory Activities: Engage with calming sensory exercises like aromatherapy or sound baths.
Nature and Movement: Discover the soothing effects of outdoor walks, grounding exercises, and mindful observation of nature.
By the end of the course, students will have a toolkit of relaxation techniques and activities they can use to manage stress, boost focus, and nurture their mental health. This class is a perfect blend of self-care and fun exploration!
MS Art (Ms. Marci)
This engaging and creative course introduces students to the fundamentals of visual art, encouraging self-expression and artistic exploration. Students will experiment with a variety of art mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, while learning essential elements of art and design such as line, shape, color, texture, and composition.
Through hands-on projects, students will explore different artistic styles, famous artists, and cultural influences. They will develop their technical skills, creativity, and confidence while participating in fun and interactive activities like sketching, painting, collage-making, and 3D art.
This course is designed for all skill levels. Whether students are new to art or enjoy creating, they can develop their talents in a supportive and inspiring environment. By the end of the course, students will have a collection of original artwork and a deeper appreciation for the world of art!
Public Speaking * ( Ms. Marci)
Description Coming Soon!
High School Electives
Race and Ethnic Studies (Ms. Coco)
Race and ethnic studies emphasize the intersections of forms of social differentiation, including race, ethnicity, class, gender, ability, and sexuality, and examine how these forms of differentiation provide advantages for some groups and disadvantages for others. This course looks beyond cultural identity to consider inequality, power, and social change while examining how race and racism are foundational to the formation of the United States.
In this single-semester course, students will explore these issues through resources from a variety of perspectives. They will examine how the topics impact their own experiences and feelings by responding to journal prompts throughout the course.
HS Art (Ms. Kim)
Description Coming Soon!
Elementary Course Descriptions
Both age groups will be studying the same core subjects, the subject matter will be approached through a differentiated methodology tailored specifically to each age group. This ensures that the curriculum remains relevant and accessible for all participants. Please note that our elementary days are meant to enrich your child’s homeschool education, not replace it. Elementary students will not be assigned homework with the exception of Novel Studies in which case students will need to read or listen to the assigned chapters before class.
Art
Students will study various artists and mediums. Exploration of both guided art projects and open-ended creations will be a part of their educational experience.
Novel Studies
Book club meets ELA class--students will deep dive into novels to create a love of reading while building foundational skills in grammar and vocabulary.
LEGO STEAM *
In addition to our LEGO STEAM projects, students will occasionally use LEGO robotics kits. LEGO Education SPIKE™ Prime STEAM lesson plans are designed to help students develop the abstract and critical thinking skills they need to solve complex problems. The standards-aligned STEAM lessons provide a variety of learning experiences that relate directly back to students’ real-life questions and observations, building their confidence and preparing them for life beyond school.
Creative Engineering
Students will explore their creativity and engineering skills with STEM projects that use loose parts. Projects will be relevant to Nature Studies, Science, and seasonal subject matter, as well as the students' interests.
Math Lab
Students will build mathematical skills through games and tablework. SCA recognizes that math skills are highly specific to the child. We have wonderful recommendations for math tutors.
Social Sciences
Students explore how their Thinking, Feeling, and Working Brain guide their thoughts, emotions, and actions. Through engaging activities, children learn about empathy, managing emotions, building positive friendships, and practicing mindfulness. This class focuses on growing kindness, self-awareness, and healthy decision-making skills.
Science
Our Elementary Science program introduces students to the exciting worlds of Life Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science in a fun and age-appropriate way through hands-on activities, interactive lessons, and real-world connections. This course builds curiosity, critical thinking, and foundational scientific skills, helping students develop confidence and a strong understanding of key concepts
Social Studies
Lower Elementary Topics
Community Helpers
How to be a good Citizen
Culture and Diversity
Geography Basics
Upper Elementary Topics
Community and Good Citizenship
Civics
Geography
History
STEAM
Get ready for a weekly STEAM-powered adventure! In this hands-on, curiosity-driven class, students will dive into exciting topics each week through fun experiments, creative art projects, and engaging challenges. Each session blends science, technology, engineering, art, and math in a way that sparks wonder and discovery.
Each session is designed to spark imagination and foster a love of learning as students dive into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. With fresh themes and activities every week, young explorers will have endless opportunities to question, create, and discover!
Creative Ed: Minecraft
Students will engage in a variety of educational topics through short lessons followed by collaborative Minecraft building assignments. The topics are flexible to encourage student creativity, and popular themes have included: ancient civilizations, biomes, medieval times, famous landmarks, and architecture..
Please note: Students must bring their own device with Minecraft Java Edition already installed.