Curriculum Grades 8–12

In grades 8–12, students are challenged with advanced coursework that goes beyond memorization, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving. Our continuously evolving program ensures students are prepared for college and beyond.

Mastering Complex Concepts

Maximizing College Readiness

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Accelerated Academics

As your student enters grade 8, they will be mastering complex concepts and preparing for our rigorous and accelerated high school program, which is focused heavily on college prep and Advanced Placement® (AP) coursework.

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Preparing for College

Our schools offer AP courses in Math, Science, History and English—along with a variety of AP electives. These courses are a fantastic way for students to master core academic content while getting ahead on college credits.

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Senior Year Structure

Senior year at BASIS Charter Schools follows a unique curriculum that sets us apart from traditional high schools. During the first two trimesters of their senior year, students take post-AP Capstone course and a College Counseling seminar, where a college counselor assists with college applications and financial aid.

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Senior Projects

During the final trimester of their senior year, students complete a Senior Project—an intensive, off-campus internship focused on a research topic of their choice.

Explore a Day in the Life

Dive deeper into the BASIS Charter School Curriculum. Delve into our rigorous course catalog and discover the exciting extracurricular activities that ignite student passions.

8th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
Algebra II & Geometry (5)
Chemistry 8 (3)
English 8 (5)
Economics (3)
US History (5)
Foreign Language** (4)
Biology 8 (3)
Elective* (5)
Physics 8 (3)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

9th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
AP Precalculus (5)
Honors Science 1*** (5)
AP Government & Politics (5)
Foreign Language** (5)
Honors English Language (5)
Elective* (5)
Honors English Literature (5)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

10th Grade Courses (Day/Week)
AP Calculus AB (5)
Honors Science 2*** (5)
AP English Language Composition or AP English Literature and Composition (5)
Foreign Language** (5)
AP World History: Modern or AP European History* (5)
Elective* (5)
AP Science 1*** (5)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

11th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
AP Calculus BC (5)
Honors Science 3*** (5)
AP Science 2*** (5)
Foreign Language (5)
AP United States History (5)
Elective* (5)
AP English Language Composition or AP English Literature and Composition (5)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

12th Grade Courses (Day/Week)
Capstone Math (5)
Capstone Foreign Language (5)
Capstone Humanities (5)
College Counseling (5)
Capstone Science (5)
Senior Project

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

For more information about Capstone Courses and Senior Projects, click here.

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

Art Club
Chess Club
Drama Club
Mandarin Club
Dance Club
Jiu Jistu
Math Club
Running Club
Soccer Team
Tennis Team
Track Team
Volleyball Team
Yoga Club
Speech & Debate
Basketball
Baseball
Cross-Country
Track & Field
Ntl. Honors Society
Model UN
Debate Team
Improv Club
Code Ninjas
Yearbook
Mock Trial
Newspaper
Science Bowl
Swim Team
Robotics Club
Minecraft Club
3d Printing Club
Knitting & Crocheting
Culinary Arts Club
Magic Club
Filmmaking Club
Science Fiction & Fantasy Club
Model Rocketry Club

*Extracurricular activities vary by campus and from year to year based on student interest. Please contact your local BASIS Charter School for current offerings.

Our Curriculum by Grade

Explore our curriculum roadmap to see what your child will learn at each grade level.

Kindergarten

Kindergarteners build foundational skills in literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.

Grades 1–3

Deepen skills in reading, writing, math, science, and history while fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Grades 4–7

Independent learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving through project-based learning.

Curriculum FAQs

Discover how our curriculum can benefit your child’s educational journey.
Our curriculum is rigorous, but we believe all students can thrive with dedication and support. We offer a variety of academic pathways to ensure a challenging yet appropriate fit for each student’s abilities. Additionally, our experienced teachers provide personalized guidance and resources to help students succeed.
Our curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning – skills essential for college success. We also offer a wide range of AP and honors courses that provide students with a strong foundation for college-level work. Additionally, our college counseling program helps students navigate the application process and find the perfect fit.

Yes! We recognize that students have diverse interests and learning styles. BASIS offers various programs that allow students to focus on specific areas of passion while still fulfilling core curriculum requirements. For more information on specific electives and extracurricular offerings, reach out to your local BASIS Charter School.

Yes! At BASIS Charter Schools, we understand the importance of celebrating milestones and fostering a sense of community. Events like spirit weeks and dances create opportunities for socialization and celebration. We also recognize student achievements through graduation ceremonies.

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