Hebrew II
Hebrew I-X progress along the track toward Hebrew proficiency. ACTFL, (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language,) defines levels of proficiency as Novice (beginners), Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Each level is divided into three subcategories, low, mid, and high. Our Hebrew program is designed to advance students in three or four subcategories over the…
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Hebrew I-X progress along the track toward Hebrew proficiency. ACTFL, (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language,) defines levels of proficiency as Novice (beginners), Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Each level is divided into three subcategories, low, mid, and high. Our Hebrew program is designed to advance students in three or four subcategories over the…
Read MoreHebrew IV
Hebrew I-X progress along the track toward Hebrew proficiency. ACTFL, (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language,) defines levels of proficiency as Novice (beginners), Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Each level is divided into three subcategories, low, mid, and high. Our Hebrew program is designed to advance students in three or four subcategories over the…
Read MoreHebrew V
Hebrew I-X progress along the track toward Hebrew proficiency. ACTFL, (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language,) defines levels of proficiency as Novice (beginners), Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Each level is divided into three subcategories, low, mid, and high. Our Hebrew program is designed to advance students in three or four subcategories over the…
Read MoreHebrew VI
Hebrew I-XI progress along the track toward Hebrew proficiency. ACTFL, (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language,) defines levels of proficiency as Novice (beginners), Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Each level is divided into three subcategories, low, mid, and high. Our Hebrew program is designed to advance students in three or four subcategories over the…
Read MoreAdvanced Independent Science Research III
This is the third year of the Independent Science Research (ISR) program. Students must have completed ISR I and ISR II in order to enroll in ISR III. After completing their summer research, students will write a paper summarizing their findings. Then students will present their findings at local and national scientific competitions and/or present…
Read MorePersonal Expression in Art I
During the first semester of junior year, students explore the concept of personal expression in art. They learn from other artists and explore various themes to help them discover their own personal style. Through guided prompts, exercises, and required assignments, students experiment with several themes of interest. They begin to develop a substantial portfolio of…
Read MorePersonal Expression in Art II
During the second semester of junior year, students continue to deepen their understanding of personal expression in art and refine their unique artistic style. They build on the themes explored in the previous semester and focus on creating unique pieces of art in various mediums. Students work with prompts and exercises to help them refine…
Read MoreBand
Become a better musician while enjoying many opportunities to share your talent and passion with the entire Leffell School community. This class combines the exploration of contemporary wind band and modern rock/jazz band music and techniques, as well as in-depth study of music theory and composition. The Band is open to all concert and rock…
Read MoreString Ensemble
Share your talent and passion for orchestral music with the Leffell School community. The String Ensemble class will explore historical and contemporary orchestral and string quartet literature while developing individual and ensemble performance skills. In addition to preparing for multiple community performances, students will study music theory in depth. The String Ensemble is open to…
Read MoreChoir
Share your vocal talent with the Leffell School community! The Choir class explores styles of music from different cultures and artistic eras while developing strong vocal technique and ensemble singing skills. In addition to preparing music for community performances, students learn basic music literacy and aural skills. The Choir is open to all students interested…
Read MoreDrama
This course will cover improvisation, scene study, character study, voice and speech, musical numbers as the storytelling actor, method acting, monologue breakdown, ensemble work, audition prep, and more! The course is open to all students wanting to explore the world of theater and performing arts regardless of previous experience.
Read MoreAmerican Literature
In this course students study American literary voices from the nineteenth century through modern times. During the first semester, we examine texts which have shaped the emergence of American literature from the old forms and traditions of Europe. Our study moves from American Romanticism to Realism as the literature of the new nation reflected the…
Read MoreHonors American Literature
This advanced course in American literature is designed for students with a strong interest in literary study and a willingness to engage deeply with challenging texts. Students will explore major literary movements and the evolving traditions that shape the American canon through sustained study of nineteenth- and twentieth-century works. As they examine how movements such…
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