Academics at Concord
Every course at Concord is part of a deliberate sequence. Families can review the current course map alongside the full 2025-2026 catalog to see how core classes, honors recommendations, and AP options connect across high school.
Placement
A short placement assessment in Mathematics and English helps the academic team confirm the right course level for each new student. Placement can be adjusted after the first term if needed.
High School Curriculum Map
The high school curriculum is organized in clear phases. Each stage has a distinct academic purpose, helping students build advanced skills and prepare for university-level performance.
Grades 9–10 · Lower High School
Students build the writing, quantitative reasoning, lab habits, and study skills needed for advanced work while moving through core courses, honors sections, and gateway AP options such as AP Human Geography, AP World History, AP Pre-Calculus, and AP Computer Science Principles as readiness allows.
Grades 11–12 · Upper High School
Juniors and seniors shape a more advanced schedule across English, mathematics, sciences, social studies, world languages, and computer science, typically mixing upper-level core classes with AP coursework aligned to university goals.
Course Explorer
The current catalog includes 50 courses across six subject areas. Browse by department to review course descriptions, prerequisites, honors recommendations, and academic progression across the full curriculum.
Mathematics
Our mathematics courses build a strong foundation in problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills, preparing students for advanced studies and real-world applications.
Students explore linear equations, functions, and polynomials, developing skills to solve real-world problems using algebraic methods.
Prerequisites: Demonstrated readiness for Algebra I.
Honors Prerequisites: Strong Algebra I readiness and teacher recommendation.
This course covers shapes, spatial reasoning, proofs, and trigonometry, emphasizing logical reasoning and practical applications.
Prerequisites: Algebra I.
Honors Prerequisites: A- or higher in Algebra I and teacher recommendation.
Building on Algebra I, this course delves into quadratic functions, logarithms, and complex numbers, preparing students for advanced math.
Prerequisites: Geometry.
Honors Prerequisites: B or higher in Geometry and teacher recommendation.
Pre-Calculus explores advanced functions, trigonometry, and analytical geometry, setting the stage for calculus and higher mathematics.
Prerequisites: Algebra II.
Honors Prerequisites: B or higher in Algebra II with Trigonometry and teacher recommendation.
This college-level course deepens understanding of functions, polynomials, and trigonometry, preparing students for AP Calculus and beyond.
Prerequisites: Honors Algebra II and teacher recommendation.
Students study limits, derivatives, and integrals, applying calculus concepts to solve complex problems in a college-level setting.
Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus or AP Pre-Calculus.
An extension of AP Calculus AB, this course includes advanced topics like parametric equations, polar functions, and series.
Prerequisites: AP Calculus AB or AP Pre-Calculus with teacher recommendation.
This course introduces statistical analysis, probability, and data interpretation, equipping students for data-driven decision-making.
Prerequisites: Honors Algebra II.
Students learn to collect, analyze, and interpret data, focusing on statistical methods and their real-world applications.
Prerequisites: Algebra II.
Science
Our science courses foster inquiry and exploration, encouraging students to understand the natural world through hands-on learning and critical analysis.
This algebra-based course covers Newtonian mechanics, work, energy, and waves, preparing students for college-level physics.
Prerequisites: Algebra II or concurrent enrollment.
Building on AP Physics 1, this course explores fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity, and magnetism.
Prerequisites: AP Physics 1.
A calculus-based course focusing on mechanics or electricity/magnetism, designed for students pursuing STEM fields.
Prerequisites: AP Physics 1 and Calculus (or concurrent enrollment).
This course introduces fundamental physics concepts, including motion, forces, energy, and waves, with practical applications.
Prerequisites: Algebra I.
Honors Prerequisites: A- or higher in Algebra I and teacher recommendation.
Students explore living organisms, ecosystems, and biological processes, building a foundation for advanced science studies.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grade 9 or 10 students.
Honors Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation.
This college-level course delves into molecular biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology, preparing students for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry.
Students study chemical reactions, atomic structure, and stoichiometry, applying concepts to real-world scenarios.
Prerequisites: Algebra I.
Honors Prerequisites: A- or higher in Algebra and teacher recommendation.
This advanced course covers chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, and molecular structure, preparing students for college chemistry.
Prerequisites: Chemistry and Algebra II.
This course examines the structure and function of the human body, focusing on systems like the circulatory and nervous systems.
Prerequisites: Biology.
Students explore environmental issues, sustainability, and ecosystems, learning to address real-world ecological challenges.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 10-12.
Students explore environmental issues, sustainability, and ecosystems, learning to address real-world ecological challenges.
Prerequisites: Recommended for grades 10-12 with teacher recommendation.
English Language Arts
Our English courses develop critical reading, writing, and communication skills, fostering creativity and analytical thinking.
This course introduces literary genres, writing techniques, and critical thinking through analysis of fiction and nonfiction.
Prerequisites: ELA 8 or equivalent.
An advanced version of English 9, this course offers rigorous literary analysis and writing challenges for motivated students.
Prerequisites: ELA 8 and teacher recommendation.
Students explore world literature, refine writing skills, and develop analytical abilities through diverse texts.
Prerequisites: English 9.
This advanced course deepens literary analysis and writing skills, preparing students for upper-level English courses.
Prerequisites: English 9 or Honors English 9 and teacher recommendation.
Focusing on American literature, this course hones critical reading, writing, and research skills for college readiness.
Prerequisites: English 10.
This college-level course emphasizes rhetorical analysis, argument, and synthesis, preparing students for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: English 10 or Honors English 10 and teacher recommendation.
Students explore British and world literature, refining skills in critical analysis, writing, and research for post-secondary success.
Prerequisites: English 11.
This advanced course focuses on literary analysis, interpretation, and critical writing, preparing students for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: English 11 or AP English Language and Composition and teacher recommendation.
This foundational interdisciplinary course engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore complex academic and real-world topics by analyzing divergent perspectives. Students develop skills in critical thinking, research, synthesis of multiple sources, evidence-based argumentation, collaboration, and both written and oral/multimedia presentations, while preparing for the AP Capstone program.
Prerequisites: None. Recommended for students ready for rigorous inquiry-based work.
This culminating course in the AP Capstone program allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Students design, plan, and conduct a year-long research-based investigation, culminating in a 4,000–5,000 word academic paper and a public presentation and oral defense. The course emphasizes advanced research methodology, ethical research practices, critical analysis, and sophisticated argumentation.
Prerequisites: AP Seminar and teacher recommendation.
Social Studies
Our social studies courses cultivate an understanding of historical, geographical, and societal issues, encouraging civic engagement.
This course studies physical and human geography, exploring global cultures, environments, and interconnections.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 9-12.
A college-level course examining human populations, cultures, and their impact on the global landscape.
Prerequisites: World Geography or teacher recommendation.
Students explore global historical events, from ancient civilizations to modern societies, emphasizing cause and effect.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 9-10.
This advanced course analyzes global historical patterns, from prehistory to the present, preparing students for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: World History or teacher recommendation.
This course covers American history from colonization to the present, focusing on key events and societal changes.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 10-11.
A college-level course exploring American history in depth, preparing students for the AP exam through rigorous analysis.
Prerequisites: US History or teacher recommendation.
Students study national economies, fiscal policy, and global trade, preparing for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Algebra II.
This course examines individual markets, supply and demand, and economic decision-making, preparing for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Algebra II.
Students explore economic principles, including markets, trade, and personal finance, with real-world applications.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 10-12.
This course covers the U.S. government, civic responsibilities, and political systems, fostering informed citizenship.
Prerequisites: None, recommended for grades 11-12.
A college-level course analyzing U.S. government structures, policies, and political processes, preparing for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Government or US History and teacher recommendation.
World Languages
Our language courses promote cultural understanding and communication skills through immersive learning experiences.
Students learn basic Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, exploring Hispanic cultures.
Prerequisites: None.
Building on Spanish 1, this course enhances fluency, grammar, and cultural understanding through advanced topics.
Prerequisites: Spanish 1.
Students refine Spanish language skills, focusing on complex grammar, literature, and cultural studies.
Prerequisites: Spanish 2.
This college-level course emphasizes advanced Spanish language skills, literature, and culture, preparing for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Spanish 3 and teacher recommendation.
Students learn foundational German vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, exploring German-speaking cultures.
Prerequisites: None.
This course builds on German 1, deepening language proficiency and cultural understanding through advanced topics.
Prerequisites: German 1.
Electives
Our electives offer opportunities to explore technology and computer science, fostering innovation and problem-solving.
This introductory course covers programming basics, computational thinking, and problem-solving using technology.
Prerequisites: None.
A college-level course teaching Java programming, algorithms, and data structures, preparing for the AP exam.
Prerequisites: Algebra II and Computer Science or teacher recommendation.
This course explores computing concepts, programming, and data analysis, emphasizing real-world applications.
Prerequisites: None, Algebra I recommended.
Current Catalog Snapshot
Families can see where foundational courses, honors placement, and AP pathways connect, making it easier to build a coherent four-year academic plan from grade 9 through grade 12.
Assessment & Grading
Grades at Concord reflect actual mastery of material. Assessment combines ongoing classwork, written assignments, exams, and teacher evaluation. Parents receive detailed progress reports throughout each term.
Grading Scale
Standard A–F grading with weighted GPA calculations for AP and Honors courses. Transcripts are formatted to meet U.S. university application requirements and international university equivalency standards.
Progress Reports
Families receive formal progress reports each term with subject-level grades and teacher comments. A parent portal provides access to attendance, grades, and assignments throughout the school year.
Academic Standing
The academic team monitors GPA and course performance continuously. When a student falls below expected benchmarks, intervention is triggered before the issue affects term grades or college planning.
Placement Questions
The admissions team can walk you through the placement process and explain what to expect for your student's grade and background.
