iQ Academy Washington provides a core high school curriculum for grades 9-12 based on Washington's state-approved academic standards.
In addition, we offer a variety of electives that place emphasis on individual interests and career ambitions:
22.5 credits from core and elective subjects are required to graduate from iQ Academy Washington. In addition, all iQ Academy Washington students meet these additional requirements to graduate:
- Create a Plan for "High School and Beyond"
- Complete a Culminating Project (like a college thesis)
- Earn a Certificate of Academic Achievement (CAA) or a Certificate of Individual Achievement (CIA)
All courses are two semesters long and receive 1 credit, unless noted otherwise.
Core Courses
Language Arts
- English 9
- English 10
- English 11
- English 12
- Creative Writing
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Math
- Algebra I
- Geometry
- Algebra II
- Trigonometry*
- Pre-Calculus*
- Calculus
- Integrated Math
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Science
- Biology†
- Chemistry†
- Physical Science†
- Physics†
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Social Studies
- Contemporary World Issues
- Economics*
- Geography
- World History
- U.S. History
- WA State History*
- American Government*
- Psychology*
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Graduation Requirements
- Culminating Project
- High School and Beyond Plan
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Electives
Advanced Placement®**
(these may be taken to satisfy core requirements)
- AP Art History
- AP Biology
- AP Calculus A/B
- AP English Literature
- AP Physics
- AP U.S. Government*
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World Languages
- Spanish I
- Spanish II
- Spanish III
- Spanish IV
- French I
- French II
- French III
- French IV
- German I
- German II
- German III
- German IV
- Japanese I
- Japanese II
- Mandarin (Chinese) I
- Mandarin (Chinese) II
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Technology
- Game Design*
- Programming I: VB Net*
- Web Design*
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Additional Electives
- Art Appreciation*
- Digital Photography*
- Fine Arts
- Environmental Science*
- Health*
- Journalism*
- Life Skills*
- Music Appreciation*
- Nutrition & Wellness*
- Pre-Algebra
- Physical Education
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* One semester course.
** AP and Advanced Placement Program are registered trademarks of College Entrance Examination Board. KC Distance Learning has been authorized to use the AP designation by successfully passing The College Board's reviews.
† Board of Regents Approval Pending. This is a preliminary 2009-2010 course list. Course offerings and titles maybe subject to change.
