PACT Online Campus

PACT Compass 8

Course Numbers: 901, 902
Semesters: 2

Every student will be enrolled in PACT Compass. In this course, students will refine their study skills and develop their character. Advisory also serves as a place for students to track their academic progress and register for upcoming classes. This course is graded, includes a service project, and counts toward students’ GPAs.

Panther Plus

Course Numbers: RE7500
Semesters: 2

Panther Plus is a flexible learning period designed to provide students with additional academic support, enrichment opportunities, and extended learning time. Held Tuesday through Friday, Panther Plus allows students to participate in teacher-led sessions, receive targeted assistance, or explore advanced coursework. Using the Responsive Schedule tool in Infinite Campus, students can view pre-assigned sessions or select their own based on availability.

Language Arts 8

Course Numbers: 1007, 1008
Semesters: 2

This course is designed to help students become dynamic communicators, creative thinkers, and avid readers. Students will continue developing their grammatical skills and applying them in weekly composition assignments. Literature that inspires, entertains, and teaches valuable life lessons will be introduced, with the hope that students will learn to love literature and read more broadly. Students may be placed in honors based on teacher recommendation.

Algebra I

Course Numbers: 3007, 3008
Semesters: 2

Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra

This course covers basic algebraic concepts.  It provides the foundation for more advanced mathematics and science courses and will develop the skills needed to solve mathematical problems. It stresses both the structure and the development of theoretical and real-world problem-solving. Topics covered include order of operations, distributive property, solving equations using properties of equality, graphing inequalities, solving inequalities, ratios and rates, proportions, inductive reasoning, linear equations, the slope of a line, solving a system of equations, exponents, polynomials, and solving quadratic equations. Students may be placed in honors based on teacher recommendation.

Math Course Sequence

Students progress through math courses based on their individual readiness and the completion of prior courses. To meet high school graduation requirements, all students must complete Geometry and Algebra 2.

Physical Science 8

Course Numbers: 4005, 4006
Semesters: 2

Physical Science is designed to be a foundation for other high school science courses. It is a course that integrates principles of chemistry and physics. It emphasizes inquiry-based learning, process skills, and higher-order thinking skills. Aligned to the grade 8 Minnesota Science Standards in Physical Science.

Global Studies 8

Course Numbers: 2005, 2006
Semesters: 2

This course covers geography as the lead discipline, with a secondary emphasis on contemporary world history. Students explore the world's regions. They analyze key trends in the modern world, including demographic change, shifting trade patterns, and intensified cultural interactions driven by globalization. Students participate in civic discussions on contemporary issues, conduct historical inquiry, and study events over the last half-century that have shaped the contemporary world. They analyze the connections among revolutions, independence movements, and social transformations, and understand why modern nation-states are created. They learn that governments are based on different political philosophies and serve various purposes. By learning the economic principles of trade and the factors that affect economic growth, students understand why different standards of living exist across countries.

PE 8

Course Number: 5104, 5108
Semesters: 2

This course provides the knowledge and skills to understand the importance of developing and maintaining health-related fitness. Students will evaluate their personal fitness levels and set goals for improvement. Students will participate in activities that work toward the general goal of fitness and the development of a healthy lifestyle.

Art 8

Course Numbers: 5011
Semesters: 1

This course focuses on a series of projects that develop essential art skills and concepts. Students will enjoy learning about and applying the elements of art and design principles to enhance their efforts in other curricula, building emergent artistic abilities and hands-on confidence.

Computer Skills for All Careers 8

Course Number: 5204, 5205
Semesters: 2

Computer Skills covers career-related computing standards in the following areas: hardware, operating systems, applications, networks, and the internet, cybersecurity, and programming. Students also work to improve their typing speed and accuracy. In this class, employability skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking are reinforced regularly as students are immersed in project-based learning.

Music Appreciation

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Students will gain an understanding of music by studying its elements, musical instruments, and musical advocacy.  Students will be introduced to orchestras and composers from around the world. Students will be required to be composers, performers, instrument inventors, and music advocates.

Independent Study 8

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Semesters: 1

This course provides motivated students the opportunity to pursue an area of personal interest through self-directed learning. Students begin by submitting a proposal outlining their intended topic, learning goals, and semester plan, which must be approved by the online coordinator. Throughout the course, students maintain regular check-ins with the coordinator to track progress, culminating in a final project through which they demonstrate their learning in a format of their choosing.