Educational Standards

The RSA General Guide to K-12 Course of Study

Academic levels have been grouped below into multi-year ranges, to accommodate regional differences in the order of study of the various topics below. Students are not restricted by age, and may post scholastic projects in topics above or below their current grade.

As in any school, the teacher’s educational approach may take precedence over the list below. Variation in high school studies (e.g., “electives” throughout grades 8 or 9 through 12) are also expected. For purposes of comparison and reference, a linked list of specific regional educational standards are available at right.

Regardless, a significant number of projects are encouraged, which indicate both quantitative and qualitative understanding, and which demonstrate mastery of major topics within each Subject area. These can be posted on Show and Know, if desired by teacher and student. Cum laude honors may be awarded to students who have shown outstanding accomplishments in their studies and projects.

Again, as in any school, the students and teachers themselves bear ultimate responsibility to make the most of their educational opportunities. We hope the Royal Scholars Academy system, coupled with Show and Know’s online portfolios, will motivate students to demonstrate their best accomplishments, so that they will do their very best throughout their academic studies.

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Level A
Grade K-3
Ages: 4-8 years

Math Addition (incl. word problems) Counting Equations and symbols Numbers Set theory Shapes Subtraction (incl. word problems) Time Fractions Measuring Money Decimals Multiplication Percentages Division Science Anatomy basic overview Classifying living things Common animals Common plants Ecosystems Scientific Method Seasons Senses Sequencing Solar system Weather Classifying nonliving things Magnetism Temperature Time Dinosaurs Plants

Social Science Holidays Social groups Careers Geography Transportation Language Alphabet Diction, speech and listening Vocabulary Phonics Reading Writing Grammar Forms of literature Story Spelling History World history Arts Artists Music Patterns Life Skills Safety Nutrition Personal hygiene Physical Excercise Safety

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Level B
Grade 4-6
Ages: 9-11 years

Math Averages, sampling and surveys Division Fractions Geometry Basic Graphing Multiplication Percentages Algebra Angles Science Anatomy Astronomy Ecology Electricity Magnetism Properties of matter Water cycle Energy Geography Inventions Microbiology (Cells) Physics Nutrition Sound

Social Science Sociology Cultures & traditions Economics Industries Political science Language Literary forms Research skills Spelling Writing Grammar History Your national history Arts Artists Music Life Skills Media literacy Nutrition Sickness and treatment

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Level C
Grade 7-9
Ages: 12-14 years

Math Algebra Fractions Geometry Orders Percentages Ratio Decimals Statistics Probability Science Anatomy Geology Laboratory work Physics Astronomy Atomic theory Chemistry Machines

Social Science Cultures & traditions Geography Mapping Sociology World religions Language Drama Grammar Literary forms Spelling Writing History World history Arts Artists Music Life Skills Personal growth & leadership Nutrition Personal hygiene

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Level D
Grade 10-12
Ages: 15-17 years

Math Geometry Measuring Ratio Sets Trigonometry Algebra Probability Vectors Calculus Computer programming Matrices Set theory Statistics Science Anatomy Biology Genetics Microbiology Chemistry Molecular theory Physics

Social Science Psychology International relations Language Grammar Literary criticism Writing Authors History Your national history World History Arts Basic Architecture Music Painting Sculpture Film Life Skills Personal growth & leadership Family economics Family management Parliamentary procedures