Academic classes at Tara are divided into two types: Main Lesson blocks, which are two-hour daily class periods with a two to four week subject rotation, and Track classes, which take place two or three times a week throughout the semester.

The specific course offerings of each grade are listed in the drop-down menu above, under "Academics." To see when subjects are taught during the year, see the Main Lesson schedule and the Literature schedule.

Mathematics Overview
Math is an integral part of the development of clear thinking and an important part of the Tara curriculum. Students who enter ninth grade ready for Algebra I can take Pre-Calculus in the twelfth grade as an honors elective. Students who start Algebra II in ninth grade are eligible for honors credit all four years if they earn a B or better and finish in twelfth grade with Calculus.
Math at Tara consists of two main tracks.  They are as follows:

Track I
9th: Algebra I
10th Geometry
11th Algebra II
12th Pre-Calculus

Track II
9th Algebra II
10th Advanced Geometry
11th Pre-Calculus
12th Calculus

Science Overview
The sciences in a Waldorf school are taught as part of the main lesson block plan. In terms of credits, generally, two blocks equal six units, or just slightly more than one semester. For example, Physics I (grade 9) and Physics II (grade 10) equal just over one semester, and Physics III (grade 11) and Physics IV (grade 12) another semester, giving a total of twelve (12) Physics units upon completion of the curriculum. (Requirement for graduation is 10.)

Tara science teachers are all specialists in their fields. Many travel to Boulder for these three-week blocks, specifically to teach our students. They are working scientists, and the students are privileged to be exposed to the level of scientific expertise and practical background that they bring to the classroom. See Faculty Biographies

Foreign Language Overview
Tara offers comprehensive language studies in German and Spanish. Three high school years in one language are required for graduation.
Our language program combines cultural and literature studies, history, current affairs and poetry. Students learn to become comfortable in the language, expressing themselves in dialogue and discourse. They converse about topics of daily life, their interests, family, sports, hobbies and vacations and become proficient in translating various texts.

We place much emphasis on awakening a thorough understanding of the culture, ways of thinking and customs of the countries of study. Through this process we work closely with the specific interests of the students, fostering an atmosphere of interactive, enthusiastic learning. German students learn much about the history, culture and literature of Germany, while Spanish students focus on cultural studies of all Spanish speaking countries.