​Analytical Writing(AP Lang)
Instructors: Scarlett Shi

DESCRIPTION

Don’t be intimidated by the “AP Lang” part of the course title. This class is welcome for students who are at least in 5-6th grade who feel comfortable with writing essays and essay structure. During this seven week course, we will go over the basic essay structure and the AP English Language and Composition exam. Each class will cover a certain portion of the exam with practice problems from past tests.

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​Beginner Chinese
Instructor: Lina Ye

DESCRIPTION

Hi everyone! The course I’m going to be teaching is beginner Chinese, and when I mean the beginning I mean as in you have had little to no experience with the language.
 
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World History
Instructors: Isabella Hu

DESCRiption

​This 9-week course serves to introduce the World History Honors curriculum that 9th graders will take at BHS. No prerequisite knowledge is required for this class and all are welcome to attend!

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Cryptocurrency
Instructor: Joseph Shen

DESCRIPTION

This class will give an introduction to cryptocurrency and clear up common misconceptions. We will go through the technology and practical use cases that have appeared as the industry has continued to expand and gain adoption. After this the primary focus of a majority of the class will be focused around technical analysis and crypto trading. All grades are welcome but it will probably be easier to follow for grades 7 and above or anyone who already has an interest or background knowledge.

​Creative Writing
Instructor: Wynn Tenhor

DESCRIPTION

Whether you just like to daydream or have forged an intricate web of wizards and dwarfs, if you want to write fiction, this class is for you. We’ll explore the main components of writing fiction and explore different styles and genres. We will cover character design and development, imagery, relationship dynamics and more! Students will have the opportunity to share their stories.

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​History
Instructor: Brendan Barry

DESCRIPTION

We will discuss some of the most important, and underappreciated, points in history. From the hills of Rome, to the streets of Saigon. Pages of our history that changed the course of Human events forever. Look back on those who lived and died, so that we may today enjoy the world as we know it. ​

AP US History
Instructor: Christina Xi

Description

This class will prepare students for the AP U.S. History exam and course. We will cover events and specifics that need to be known on the exam, and tips will be offered on how to take the exam and about the course at BHS. No prior knowledge is required, and this class will help students who will take APUSH gauge the upcoming workload of the course and have a smoother transition into the class. ​

Model UN
Instructor: Nari Kang

DESCRIPTION

This 2 week introductory Model United Nations course will cover the fundamentals of MUN. From learning parliamentary procedure to speech making to problem solving, students will ultimately develop skills that will allow them to be a successful delegate in Model UN and in everyday life. Over the 2 week course, students will first grasp an understanding of general conference procedure as well as public speaking. From there, the class will simulate a conference-- including all the steps of research, committee in session, and solution making. By the end of this course, students will be proficient in the necessary aspects of MUN which permits them to thrive. ​​