Course Catalog
Five academic divisions, four graduation pathways, and a fully individualized schedule — all within a dual IB and AP framework. Every student's course plan is developed in partnership with our Head of School and your family.
Five Academic Divisions
Every student builds their schedule across all five divisions. Core graduation requirements ensure a well-rounded foundation — electives and IB/AP tracks let students go deep in their areas of passion. Click any division to expand.
Students develop critical thinking and communication skills in English alongside world language acquisition. Courses range from foundational English through IB-level literary analysis in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.
English
- English 6 / 7 / 8
- English 9 / 10
- ESL (Grades 9–10)
- IB English Language A IB
- IB English Language B IB
Spanish
- Spanish I / II / III
- Heritage Spanish
- Honors Writers' Workshop
- IB Spanish Language A IB
- IB Spanish Language B IB
Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin I / II / III
- Honors Chinese Literature
- IB Chinese Literature A IB
- IB Chinese Language B IB
Electives
- Books and Film
- Creative Writing
- Public Speaking
- Storytelling
- Theatre & Performance
History, politics, and business studied from grade 6 through IB level. Students build from world history and civics into a choice of IB Global Politics or IB Business Management in their junior and senior years.
Required Sequence
- Individuals & Societies 6–7
- Washington State History
- Individuals & Societies 8
- Civics (Grade 9)
- US History & Government
IB Capstone
- IB Global Politics IB
- IB Business Management IB
Electives
- History of Life on Earth
- Art History
- Research Methods
- Entrepreneurship
WaPrep's STEM division is among the deepest of any private school in Washington. We offer Java, Python, AP and IB Computer Science alongside a full science and math sequence up to IB Analysis, plus college-level electives like Quantum Mechanics and Organic Chemistry.
Mathematics
- Algebra I / Geometry / Algebra II
- Pre-Calculus
- Calculus
- AP Calculus AB/BC AP
- IB Analysis & Approaches IB
- IB Analysis & Interpretation IB
Science
- Biology / Chemistry / Physics
- Organic Chemistry
- AP Biology AP
- IB Biology IB
- IB Physics IB
- IB Sports & Health Science IB
Computer Science
- Java / Python
- AP CS Principles AP
- AP Computer Science A AP
- IB Computer Science IB
- Web Design
- Mobile App Design
- Game Development
Advanced Electives
- Quantum Mechanics
- Linear Algebra
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy
- Modeling Dynamic Phenomena
- Scientific Terminology
- Flora & Fauna of WA
All students complete at least one semester of Health, three semesters of Physical Education, and four semesters of the arts. Music, visual art, and community leadership opportunities are woven throughout.
Visual Art
- 2D/3D Design
- Figure Drawing
- Digital Photography
- Global Design
- Computer Art with Python
- IB Art IB
Music
- Introduction to Music
- Music Theory & Production
- Guitar Performance
- Computer Music with Python
- Sound Production
- IB Music IB
Physical Wellbeing
- Physical Education
- Health
- Yoga
Community
- Student Council
- Yearbook
- Bobcat Band
Students complete 8 semesters of electives, 3 semesters of CCL, and 1 semester of structured internship — normally through the Senior Spring Internship Program.
Technology
- Advanced Java
- Python
- Game Development
- Web Design
- Computer Art with Python
- Digital Photography
Science
- Anatomy
- Organic Chemistry
- Quantum Mechanics
- Linear Algebra
- Environmental Science
- Scientific Terminology
Humanities
- Art History
- Books and Film
- Research Methods
- History of Life on Earth
- Financial Algebra
- Storytelling
Arts
- Creative Writing
- Global Design
- 2D/3D Design
- Guitar Performance
- Music Theory & Production
- Computer Music with Python
Wellbeing
- PE & Health
- Yoga
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy
- Flora & Fauna of WA
- Modeling Dynamic Phenomena
CCL & Internship
- College, Career & Life Skills
- Yearbook
- Senior Spring Internship
Courses You Won't Find Elsewhere
For a school of our size, the depth of our offerings is unusual. These reflect who we are.
Java, Python & IB Computer Science
Instruction from middle school through IB HL, including USACO-level competitive programming coaching.
Quantum Mechanics & Organic Chemistry
College-level science electives rarely offered at any high school, let alone a school of 42 students.
IB Business Management & Global Politics
Two-year IB courses developing real analytical and leadership skills, not just theory.
Mobile App Design & Game Development
Students build real cross-platform apps using React Native and industry tools, not toy projects.
IB Chinese Literature A, Taught in Mandarin
A rigorous IB literature course conducted entirely in Chinese, rare at any American high school.
Senior Spring Internship Program
Every senior completes a structured internship as a graduation requirement, not optional.
Graduation Pathways
Advisors and families work together to build a course sequence toward each student's interests and college goals. Four curated pathways from middle school through senior year.
AP/IB Calculus, Physics, CS, and programming through senior year.
IB Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, and SEHS with a science-first course load.
IB Global Politics, English, Languages, and Humanities research.
IB CS, AP CS, Java, Python, App Design, and Visual Art combined.
Want to see which courses are right for your child?
Every WaPrep student gets a personalized course plan developed with our Head of School. Schedule a tour and we'll walk through what their schedule could look like.