The charm of a simpler life in Southwest Colorado, led us to relocate to Durango two years ago. We were thrilled to find exceptional educational opportunities to choose from. Our daughters are in the project based charter schools, Mountain Middle School and Animas High School. We are grateful for the work and efforts of committed teachers, administration, parents, students and community members who continually ask the question, how can we better serve our students?
Electives are key to keeping students engaged and excited about learning as well as having input in their school day. Animas High School is broadening its elective offerings and still ensuring college accessibility for all students. Check out the Durango Herald story for more detail on this exciting change happening! http://bit.ly/1SSbK0w.
Starting this 2016-17 school year, AHS students in grades 9-12 will be able to chose from a variety of new offerings allowing student choice right at the beginning of high school. A sample of electives include: creative writing, psychology, world religions, journalism, yearbook, advanced chemistry, astronomy, anatomy, music, advanced digital arts, studio art, environmental science, advanced physics, math foundations, advanced algebra, pre-calculus, calculus 1, calculus 2, consumer math and Spanish 1 through 4.
At the same time, every student will have completed the required coursework to attend any college in Colorado and beyond. AHS is committed to offering student choice and personalization within a college-preparatory environment. Take a look at the new AHS course catalog at http://animashighschool.com/2016-17-course-catalog.
Lynn Joselyn
Durango
