High School

SCLA offers the following AP courses:

• AP Calculus AB
• AP Calculus BC
• AP Chemistry
• AP English Literature & Composition
• AP English Language & Composition
• AP Music Theory
• AP Physics 1
• AP Physics 2
• AP Psychology 
• AP U.S. History

Online Courses:

• AP Biology

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STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Math. STEM courses and programs have never been more valuable than they are today. Business leaders have been seeking individuals with 21st century learning capabilities for the past two decades, and STEM is simply another way SCL can prepare students for careers
beyond high school.

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) - the curriculum SCLA uses for its STEM courses - uses the Activity-Project-Problem approach. Students use industry tools and technology in hands-on experiences where they develop skills in communication, collaboration, critical-thinking, and creativity. 

WHY IS IT VALUABLE FOR SCL STUDENTS?

The need for individuals to fill STEM related careers has exploded, and students explore components of these careers throughout the curriculum. Significant college scholarships are available for STEM related programs.

WHO CAN TAKE STEM CLASSES AT SCL?

In grades 6-8, all students take a semester long STEM class each year. In grades 9-12, STEM classes are offered as electives. Enrollment is limited to 20 students per section, so early enrollment is important.

IS THERE A COURSE FEE?

There is no fee for grades 6-8 for the required STEM science courses. In grades 9-12, there is an initial $500 fee for the student’s first course. This fee helps offset costs of technology and materials specifically for these courses.

IS COLLEGE CREDIT AVAILABLE?

High school students can receive transcripted credit from participating universities (including University of  Minnesota-Twin Cities and St. Cloud State University). There is an additional fee, and certain course requirements must be met (involving course grade and college-determined test).

• STEM Engineering Essentials
• STEM Introduction to Engineering Design 
• STEM Introduction to Computer Science
• STEM Computer Science Principles
• STEM Capstone

 

PSEO

The Post-Secondary Enrollment Option program, also known as PSEO, was created in 1985 as a means to “promote rigorous educational pursuits and provide a wider variety of options for students.” Through PSEO, high school students receive both high school and college/university credit for college or university courses that are completed. 

The program is available to students throughout the state of Minnesota. Through PSEO, students may take courses on a college or university campus, via online, or, if available, at their high school.

See the academic dean for details.