Advanced Placement Classes
Advanced Placement Courses are open to currently-enrolled
GHCFE students and local homeschool students.
For more info: office@ghcfe.com
English Literature and Composition
An introductory college-level literary analysis course, students cultivate their understanding of literature through reading and analyzing texts as they explore concepts like character, setting, structure, perspective, figurative language, and literary analysis in the context of literary works.
Psychology
Students will study the following psychological concepts: psychoanalytic theory, behaviorism, abnormal psychology, critical and scientific experimental research methods, physiological psychology, states of consciousness, developmental psychology, social psychology, and treatments for psychological dysfunctions. The course will allow students to pursue special interests in psychology through projects, activities, classroom presentations, and exposure to the psychological community.
English Language and Composition
Students will deepen their awareness of how language works effectively in reading, writing, speaking, and listening by examining the specific features of texts, examining the rhetoric and analyzing a broad range of nonfiction and fiction selections. The purpose of this course is to promote critical thinking and writing by creating meaningful, purposeful, and effective connections between the text and the real world.
Art History
An introductory college-level course, students cultivate their understanding of art history by analyzing works of art and placing them in historical context as they explore concepts like culture and cultural interactions, theories and interpretations of art, the impact of materials, processes, and techniques on art and art making, and understanding purpose and audience in art historical analysis.
Modern World History
A challenging course that covers global history from 1200 CE to now, focusing on major events, individuals, and ideas that have influenced the world. Students will learn to analyze and interpret historical sources, develop critical thinking and writing skills, and explore themes such as globalization, revolution, and decolonization. This course is ideal for students interested in history or related fields, and can prepare them for college-level work.
Music Theory
This course goes beyond theory, covering the fundamentals of musicianship, theory, and musical materials. It mirrors introductory college coursework, providing a solid foundation for further music studies.
Develop essential skills such as dictation, listening, sight-singing, and harmony while gaining a deep understanding of tonal music's structures and processes. Through listening exercises and performance tasks like sight-singing, students cultivate their ability to recognize, understand, and describe musical elements, equipping them with practical skills for their musical journey.