High School 9th-12th Grade
Course Catalog
High school courses are as follows (links to syllabus):
- American Literature
- British Literature
- Contemporary Literature
- College Prep English
- DC English 101
- DC English 102
- Public Speaking
- DC COMM 101
- Integrated Math I
- Integrated Math II
- Integrated Math III
- Integrated Math IV
- DC College Algebra
- DC Trigonometry
- Financial Literacy
- US Government
- US History II
- Economics
- DC Strength Training
- DC Tone & Trim
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Applied Science
- Geophysics
- IntrotoAnatomy&Physiology
- Forensic Science
- IntrotoHorticulture/Botany
- DC Biology
- DC Environmental Science
- DCEnvironmental Science lab
- DC Psychology
- DC Intro to Computers
- DC Cybersecurity
- Band
- Jazz Band
- Choir
- Advanced Choir
- Music Appreciation
- Social Dance
- Page to Stage
- Podcasting
- FIRST Tech Challenge
- Principles of Forestry
- STEM Research
- STEM Symposium
- Senior Project
- Launching Into Aviation
- Digital Mapping
- SolidWorks/3DPrinting
- Design Tech I
- Computer Support I
- Network Support
- Graphic Design I
- Graphic Design II
- Digital Journalism
- VideoEditing Technology
- Health
- Teaching Assistant
- Online high school and dual credit courses are made available through Idaho Digital Learning Academy.
- Dual credit courses are offered to eligible students via North Idaho College.
Graduation Requirements
Semester credit requirements for graduation from STEM Charter can be accessed here:
Completion of these credits will satisfy the State of Idaho STEM High School Diploma requirements.
The High School Profile for STEM Charter Academy is here:
Advanced Opportunities
Eligible students at STEM in grades 7-12 participate in the Fast Forward program offered by the State Dept of Education' s Advanced Opportunities. Our 7th-9th grade students have moved ahead on high school graduation requirements either during the summer or as an optional overload courses via IDLA. Students may begin dual credit as early as grade 10 depending on academic preparedness and proven work ethic. Our 10th grade dual credit students are taking courses such as Academic Sccess Topics, Intro to Public Speaking, and PE on our campus at STEM for college credit. Juniors are able to take a full schedule of college credit courses on our campus at STEM. Our 12th grade dual credit students are splitting their time each week between STEM and the NIC campus. During the 2021-22 school year, we will be offering over 30 college credits via face-to-face instruction here at STEM, including lab sciences, computer science, math, PE, public speaking, psychology, and anthropology.
Early Release
Students in grades 9-11 have the option for early release at 3:00 since 7th period is a Study Hall, provided they have transportation. The link to the permission form is below--this must be on file in the office prior to the start of early release. Early Release students not picked up or without transportation at 3:00 will be sent to 7th period Study Hall.
Secondary Teachers & Websites
| Mrs. Arpke | Teacher - Band Teacher | |
| Mrs. Carlson | Teacher: Secondary Science | |
| Mr. Clifton | Teacher - Music Director | |
| Mr. Eldenburg | Teacher - Secondary Science/Projects | |
| Mr. Hatrock | Teacher -Fitness and Health | |
| Mr. Johnson | Teacher - Secondary Social Studies/Graphic Design | |
| Mrs. LaPresta | Teacher - Secondary Math/Business Technology | |
| Mr. Lin | Teacher - Secondary Math | |
| Mr. Moon | Teacher - Secondary Computer Science/Projects | |
| Mrs. Pence | High School Advisor | |
| Mrs. Sims | Teacher - Secondary Language Arts |
