Courses, Credit, & Grading

Star Lane students earn the same credits as those offered in the traditional schools. The difference is that studies are interdisciplinary. Scientific and social issues are studied to great depth.

Credit offered: (subjects are individualized according to student needs and requirements)

Freshman:

• Language Arts 9 Course #019009
• Integrated Math 1 Course #031062
• Physical Science Course #079007
• Wyoming/US History Course #099005

Sophomore:

• Language Arts 10 Course #011028
• Integrated Math II Course #031063
• Biology Course #071029
• World History Course #091005

Junior:

• Language Arts 11 Course #011047
• Integrated Math III Course #031064
• Chemistry Course #071038
• Modern American Studies Course #091030

Senior:

• Senior Comp/Lit Course #011060
• Statistics Course #031060
• Senior Science Seminar Course #071043
• History 12 Course #091060

Math

Integrated Math I, II and III and statistics are offered at Star Lane Center. Math placement is dependent on ability and past coursework and performance. Students work on math in small groups just as with the

Grading

Students are graded on an individual basis. Students are evaluated on portfolios that provide evidence of learning in English, science and social studies. Students are also assessed on their contribution to the group effort. Students are never penalized for the poor work ethic of another group member.