Online courses are available.

Online courses offer many benefits to students. They also require self-discipline, good time-management and tenacity. While there are some checks and balances, the majority of the responsibility for the course, rest with the student.

On-line Course Policy

1. Students may take up to two (2) online credits per year. A list of online courses and the online registration form may be obtained from the Guidance Office.
2. All online courses must be pre-approved by the Director of Guidance.
3. Only credits received through ODCS online courses will be recognized for inclusion in a student’s transcript.
4. All courses required for graduating seniors must be completed by May 15 of the school year.
5. Families who allow their student to take online courses will be financially responsible for the entire cost of the course (plus registration, textbooks and other materials) regardless of the academic outcome or the failure of the student to complete the course.
6. Students will be required to meet regularly, as requested, with the Online Coordinator (usually once a week).

2008-2009 Course Costs:
Registration: $50
Full Year Course: $595
Semester Course: $475

* Please contact Mrs. Chang-Laursen in the High School Office for details.

Course List for 2008-2009 On-line Studies:

English/Language Arts: English 9, 10, 11, 12; AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition

Math: Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus

Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Space Science, Marine Science, AP Biology

Social Studies: American History, Economics, World History, American Government, Global Studies, AP US Government, AP US History

AP and Dual Credits: AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Calculus, AP US Government, AP US History, AP Art History, AP Biology

Electives/Languages: Spanish I, II, III; Latin I, II, III; Chinese I, II; Health (Life Management Skills), SAT Prep, Thinking and Learning Strategies, PE (Fitness Lifestyle Design), Computing for College and Career, AP Art History

7 & 8 Only – Remedial Classes Only: The offerings are straight forward – one course in each of the 4 subject areas (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) .

Bible Courses: (Electives only) Apologetics I and II, Basic Bible Doctrine I and II, Have We Lost our Minds?! (Worldview Curriculum for Teenagers), Life-Shaping Decisions (Applying God’s Word to college and Career Planning), Jesus: Prophet, Priest, King and Savior, New Testament Survey (Dual Credit), Old Testament Survey (Dual Credit), Understanding the Times I and II.