CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
GMC Preparatory School's curriculum framework is designed to build a solid foundation at each level from Kindergarten through grade 12 to ensure that our students are prepared for success in their choice of post-secondary pursuits. We utilize the Georgia Standards of Excellence as the minimum requirements for each course. In addition, our faculty has identified other areas as crucial understandings for student success; these skills and understandings are integral components of our courses.
ELEMENTARY GRADES PROGRAM OF STUDY
Kindergarten- 5th Grade
English
Reading
Math
Science
Social Studies
Exploratory*
*Exploratory classes meet every day on a rotating basis. Students alternate between Physical Education, Art, STEM, and Musical Theatre.
MIDDLE GRADES PROGRAM OF STUDY
| 6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade |
|---|---|---|
| English 6 or Honors English 6 | English 7 or Honors English 7 | English 8 or Honors English 8 |
| Math 6 or Accelerated Math 6 | Math 7 or Accelerated Math 7 | Math 8 or Honors Algebra I** |
| Earth Science | Life Science | Physical Science or Honors Physical Science** |
| Social Studies | Social Studies | Georgia History |
| Physical Education | Physical Education | Physical Education |
| Exploratory* | Exploratory* | Exploratory* |
*Exploratory classes meet every day. Classes include Art, Band, Computer Applications, and Musical Theatre.
**8th grade Honors Algebra 1 and Honors Physical Science are the same courses that are taught in 9th grade for High School Graduation credit and provide the opportunity for qualified students to follow a program of study that leads to AP Biology and AP Calculus.
Students qualify for the Honors English, Accelerated/Honors Math, and/or Honors Science programs based on grades, standardized test scores, and academic history in the ares of English, Reading, and Math. These classes are designed as a precursor to our Advanced Placement (AP) program in High School. Records are reviewed during the application process and placements are re-evaluated each year.
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDY/GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
| English - 4 units | Math - 4 units (*required) | Science - 4 units (*required) |
|---|---|---|
| English I or Honors English I | *Algebra I or Honors Algebra I | *Biology and Honors Biology |
| English II or Honors English II | *Geometry or Honors Geometry | *Physical Science and/or Honors Physics |
| English III or AP Language & Composition | *Algebra II or Honors Algebra II | *Chemistry or Honors Chemistry |
| English IV or **College English sequence | Pre-Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus | AP Biology |
| College Readiness Math | Forensics | |
| AP Statistics | Human Anatomy & Physiology | |
| AP Calculus | **College Science sequence | |
| **College Math series |
| Social Studies- 4 units | World Language - 2 units | JROTC units - 1 unit per year |
|---|---|---|
| World History | Spanish I | JROTC I (Year 1 - Freshmen) |
| American History or AP US History | Spanish II or **College Spanish series (a 2 unit sequence of other World Languages may be substituted) | JROTC II (Year 2 - Sophomores) |
| Economics or **College Economics | JROTC III (Year 3 - Juniors) | |
| American Government or **College Political Science | JROTC IV (Year 4 - Seniors) |
| Other Course Requirements |
|---|
| Freshman Focus (1/2 unit) |
| Computer Applications (1/2 unit) |
| Electives (1 units) - additional HS math or science course, additional College course**, Digital Technology, Musical Theatre, or Visual Arts |
Notes -
- Our Advanced Placement (AP) program is certified by the CollegeBoard.
- Students qualify for the Honors English and/or Accelerated Honors Math programs based on grades, standardized test scores, and complete academic history. Enrolling in an AP course requires the students to have earned credit in all the prerequisite courses.
- **Juniors and Seniors who meet the Dual Enrollment admissions requirements of Georgia Military College may choose to participate in our Dual Enrollment program with GMC under the program guidelines specified by the Georgia Student Finance Commission. This opportunity provides students with the option to satisfy high school graduation requirements while also earning college credit.
