Does the course content change from year to year?
The elementary and middle school classes are set up on a three year rotation; meaning a child can take the same class for three years and not read the same thing twice. (A student entering the elementary class in 3rd grade can take the same class through 5th grade and read different novels, short stories, and poetry every year. The same is true for 6th through 8th grades.) The assignments are similar every year, but as students progress, they are expected to turn in more advanced work. The Lit for Littles course is set up on a similar two year rotation.
Can I enroll my student mid-year?
Yes! Writtenburg Door classes are structured with unit studies that typically last 3-6 weeks each. This makes jumping in to the classes at any time during the year fairly easy. If there is room in the class, your student is welcome! It’s always best to start at the beginning, but students who join mid-course usually have no trouble with the coursework.
Are Writtenburg Door High School classes A-G compliant?
The short answer is YES!
The long answer is this:
Writtenburg Door classes closely follow all graduation guidelines outlined by the state of California. (The complete course outline is available under Classes on this website.) All charter schools that approve Writtenburg Door as a vendor, as well as all Cal State and community colleges, will accept the high school courses as meeting graduation requirements for high school English, US History, and World History. Some universities have more specific guidelines, and more is required to be A-G compliant. Students who wish to go to these universities can enjoy the benefits of Writtenburg Door classes by also doing well on the AP, ACT, or the SAT exam. (Most schools require one or more of these tests to be taken in order to be considered for enrollment.)
Parents should discuss A-G options with their charter school representative before registering.
The elementary and middle school classes are set up on a three year rotation; meaning a child can take the same class for three years and not read the same thing twice. (A student entering the elementary class in 3rd grade can take the same class through 5th grade and read different novels, short stories, and poetry every year. The same is true for 6th through 8th grades.) The assignments are similar every year, but as students progress, they are expected to turn in more advanced work. The Lit for Littles course is set up on a similar two year rotation.
Can I enroll my student mid-year?
Yes! Writtenburg Door classes are structured with unit studies that typically last 3-6 weeks each. This makes jumping in to the classes at any time during the year fairly easy. If there is room in the class, your student is welcome! It’s always best to start at the beginning, but students who join mid-course usually have no trouble with the coursework.
Are Writtenburg Door High School classes A-G compliant?
The short answer is YES!
The long answer is this:
Writtenburg Door classes closely follow all graduation guidelines outlined by the state of California. (The complete course outline is available under Classes on this website.) All charter schools that approve Writtenburg Door as a vendor, as well as all Cal State and community colleges, will accept the high school courses as meeting graduation requirements for high school English, US History, and World History. Some universities have more specific guidelines, and more is required to be A-G compliant. Students who wish to go to these universities can enjoy the benefits of Writtenburg Door classes by also doing well on the AP, ACT, or the SAT exam. (Most schools require one or more of these tests to be taken in order to be considered for enrollment.)
Parents should discuss A-G options with their charter school representative before registering.