Math instruction is based upon the SC curriculum standards and includes Course I and pre-algebra in grade 6; Course II, pre-algebra, and Algebra I in grade 7; and Course III, Algebra I, and Geometry in grade 8. English/Language Arts instruction is based upon the SC curriculum standards and includes the areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and media literacy. Science instruction is based upon the SC Curriculum Standards for science and includes an integrated study of general science, life science, and earth science. Social Studies instruction is based upon the SC Curriculum Standards for social studies and includes South Carolina history in grade 8 and World Geography and Cultures in grades 6 and 7. Physical Education and Health are required for all students. Seventh and Eighth grade students recommended for placement in Algebra I may receive high school credit if they successfully complete Algebra I; eighty grade students may receive credit for successfully completing Geometry. Eighth grade students may earn a high school credit by successfully completing English I.
Students successfully completing these courses may earn one-half unit of required high school credit for each of them. | 
