The William Penn Academy is a Grade 9 – 12 private academic school. WPA model of education includes a rigorous curriculum, inspired teaching, character education, and a strong sense of community in a small learning environment. Our students acquire essential 21st century skills and intellectual habits of mind that lead to success in school and life.
Our comprehensive curriculum and uniquely designed master schedule have been created to not only impart academic knowledge, but also to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. We emphasize hands-on learning experiences and real-world applications to make education relevant and exciting.
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Math 101 | Algebra I | 1.0 | 9th Grade |
Math 102 | Geometry | 1.0 | 10th Grade |
Math 103 | Algebra II | 1.0 | 11th Grade |
Math 104 | Precalculus/Trigonometry | 1.0 | 12th Grade |
Math 105 | Discrete Mathematics and Logic | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Math 106 | Calculus | 1.0 | 11th – 12th Grades |
Math 107 | Applied Algebra | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Math 108 | Accounting | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Math 110 | Math Lab | 0.5 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Math 199 | Math Independent Study | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Eng 101 | World Literature | 1.0 | 9th Grade |
Eng 102 | American Literature | 1.0 | 10th Grade |
Eng 103 | British Literature | 1.0 | 11th Grade |
Eng 104 | Argument and Rhetoric | 1.0 | 12th Grade |
Eng 199 | English Independent Study | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Sci 101 | Environmental Science | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Sci 102 | Biology | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Sci 103 | Chemistry | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Sci 104 | Physics | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Sci 105 | Anatomy and Physiology | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Sci 199 | Science Independent Study | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Hist 101 | United States History: Colonization to 1877 | 1.0 | 9th Grade |
Hist 102 | United States History: 1865 to Present | 1.0 | 10th Grade |
Hist 103 | Modern Western Civilization | 1.0 | 11th Grade |
Hist 104 | American Government and Civics | 1.0 | 12th Grade |
Hist 199 | History Independent Study | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
PEH 101 | Health and Fitness | 1.0 | 9th Grade |
PEH 102 | Physical Education | 1.0 | 10th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Lang 101 | Survey of Classical Languages | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Lang 102 | Spanish 1 | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Lang 103 | Spanish 2 | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Lang 104 | Spanish 3 | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Lang 105 | Spanish 4 | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Grade Level |
Ele 101 | Launching your Future – College and Career Readiness | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 102 | Financial Stewardship and Literacy | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 103 | Influences of Mass Media on Society | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 104 | Gaming Fundamentals | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 105 | On Air: Inside the World of Broadcast Journalism | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 106 | Designing and Developing Dynamic Websites | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 107 | Web Innovators: Mastering Design and Development | 1.0 | 10th – 12th Grades |
Ele 108 | Foundations of Child Development | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 109 | Essentials of Artistic Expression | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 110 | Intermediate Art Techniques | 1.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 197 | Career Exploration Independent Learning Plan | 0.5 – 3.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 198 | Service Learning Independent Learning Plan | 0.5 – 3.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |
Ele 199 | Self Development Independent Learning Plan | 0.5 – 3.0 | 9th – 12th Grades |