MISSION HILLS HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG

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1 MISSION HILLS HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG TABLE OF CONTENTS TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS STUDENT ACTIVITIES HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION/COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS YOUR ACADEMIC GUIDE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Academies Art Business ComputerTechnology English History/Social Science Humanities Mathematics Performing Arts Science World Languages Other Classes Summer School Special Education Non-Discrimination Title IX: The San Marcos Unified School District offers equal educational and employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of Human Resources and Development, Sexual Harassment: It is the policy of the San Marcos Unified School District, in keeping with efforts to establish and maintain an environment in which the dignity and worth of all members of our district are respected, that sexual harassment of students and employees is unacceptable conduct and will not be tolerated. 1

2 To Students and Parents Dear Mission Hills High School Parents and Students: Allow me to welcome you to the school year. Mission Hills is a comprehensive high school that offers the highest quality learning experience to our students. Our two most important core values are high standards and a supportive environment. We pride ourselves on providing a wide spectrum of courses designed to prepare our graduates for successful post-secondary studies and careers. We believe that every student should be challenged by a rigorous curriculum that demands high achievement, regardless of the course or level. High school is a place where children can grow into adulthood, learning the critical skills that will enable them to become productive and creative members of our community. I urge you to browse this catalog carefully, considering the many available options. Your first priority should be to choose those classes that will lead to the best opportunities after graduation. The most important of these, of course, is college. All students should take seriously a four-year plan that provides for continuing education following high school. During the year, over 60% of juniors and seniors were enrolled in courses that led to college credit. These classes, in Advanced Placement, the four academies, and Honors Biochemistry offer exceptional experiences that will pay significant dividends down the road. I advise you to avail yourselves of these chances for tremendous growth. Finally, high school is, and should be fun. We also offer numerous electives and extra-curricular programs that broaden and fulfill any student s skills and interests. Don t hesitate to talk with any teacher, counselor, coach or member of our large support staff if you have any questions. Here s to a great year! David Cochrane Principal How To Use This Book This publication contains important information for both students and Parents/Guardians. A successful high school career requires careful planning and monitoring of each student s progress. Families should acquaint themselves with the graduation and college entrance requirements explained in these pages and should use this information as they discuss and develop the student s four-year plan. A planning form is located towards the end of this catalog. 2

3 Principal David Cochrane Assistant Principals Office Sharon Daoust Josh Way Nathan Baker Todd Marquet School Counselors Cherryl Baker Joyce Brandon Sara Montooth Adriana Rios Angela Segal Athletic Director Ken Putnam Library ASB Director Don Resultan To find staff phone numbers and addresses as well as current school news, calendars, and events, visit the Mission Hills High School web site at STUDENT ACTIVITIES While academics must be the major focus of a successful Mission Hills High School student, the school offers many extra-curricular activities, and all are encouraged to become involved. Students who participate in student activities develop leadership, teamwork, and time management skills; explore interests that may not be addressed in their academic programs; discover the satisfaction of belonging to groups which share common goals and concerns; and develop friendships which may last a lifetime. ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB) An active Associated Student Body (ASB) offers many opportunities for students to participate in student government. The five top ASB positions president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, and school board representative are chosen in a school-wide vote. Other students may apply to serve as one of the 12 senate commissioners, responsible for specific aspects of school life. Commissioners are selected by the elected officers in conjunction with the ASB Director. Other opportunities for involvement in student government include running for and serving as a class officer or as an elected representative to Student Congress. 3

4 PERFORMING GROUPS Students interested in visual arts, drama, music, dance, and pageantry are encouraged to pursue those interests in a variety of ways. Groups at MHHS may include the following: The Arts Program Instrumental Groups Pageantry Dance Marching Band Varsity/JV Cheer Drama Jazz Band Dance Art Show Color Guard Symphonic Band ATHLETICS In order to participate in athletics, students must meet the eligibility requirements of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). These requirements are that students: 1. Have a C average (2.0) on the most recent report card 2. Be enrolled in a minimum of four classes 3. Be in class or at a school activity on the day of any contest in which he/she participates 4. Meet all CIF residential eligibility rules In addition, school policy requires that students purchase an ASB card before participating in a CIF sport. Interscholastic sports at MHHS include the following: Fall Winter Spring Football Boys /Girls Basketball Boys /Girls Track & Field Boys /Girls Cross Country Wrestling Boys /Girls Swimming Girls Tennis Boys /Girls Soccer Boys Tennis Girls Volleyball Boys Volleyball Field Hockey Baseball Girls Golf Boys Water Polo Softball Boys Golf Girls Lacrosse Girls Water Polo 4

5 MHHS CLUBS Action Club Art Club Astronomy Club AVID Ballet Folklorico Best Buddies Chess Club CSF End Cruelty Start Love Fashion Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes Gay Straight Alliance Gear Up Club Growlers for God Interact Club Invisible Children Key Club M.E.CH.A Muslim Student Association National Honors Society NICA Oceana Optimist International Pacific Islander Student Association Speech and Debate Step Club Third from the Son Travel Club United Club Writer's Club The Vine Contact: ASB Director Don Resultan

6 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION/ COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS A student must earn 230 credits in order to graduate from Mission Hills High School. Each course is worth five credits per semester. Students and their Parents/Guardians are encouraged to monitor carefully the student s progress towards meeting these requirements. Failure to complete six classes successfully each semester will jeopardize a student s timely graduation. In addition, students planning to go directly to a four-year college or university must meet that school s entrance requirements. College and university information is available on campus in the College and Career Center (CCC). Students are invited to peruse the college catalogs and use the computerized college search programs there. In addition, a wealth of information is available on the Internet; most institutions, both public and private, maintain informative and up-to-date sites easily located with a brief search. Detailed information on Internet sites related to college selection, financial aid, and SAT/ACT preparation is available in the CCC. Links to many sites may also be found on the counseling page of our website, High school graduation requirements and entrance requirements for the four-year public university systems in California are outlined on the following page. Please note the following in regards to high school credits and graduation: In order to graduate, students must earn 230 credits, pass all required subjects, including one year of Algebra, and pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Each class is worth 5 credits per semester. Students are expected to earn 30 credits each semester. Failed classes earn no credit. The grade of F remains on the transcript and is computed into the grade point average (GPA) as a zero. Required classes must be repeated until they are passed. Grades are never removed from the transcript. If a student repeats a course designated nonrepeatable and earns a higher grade, both grades still appear. To be eligible to participate in sports and other extra-curricular activities, students must Maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA. Please note the following in regards to University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) admission requirements: Students must pass with a grade of C or better in any courses taken in fulfillment of the entrance requirements. Although D grades are considered passing for purposes of graduation, they are NOT considered passing by the university systems. Information about UC admission requirements may be found at Information about CSU admissions requirements may be found at A list of Mission Hills courses which meet UC and CSU admissions requirement (also referred to as the a-g Subject Requirements) may be found at 6

7 SUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTS In the chart below are the specific subject area requirements for high school graduation and college admission. Please note that 10 high school credits are the equivalent of one year s credit as required by the universities. SUBJECT AREA MHHS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ADMISSION ("a-g") REQUIREMENTS English 40 credits 4 years History/ Social Science 40 credits 2 years Mathematics Science World Language/ Visual or Performing Arts (VPA) 20 credits (including Algebra I or higher) 20 credits (a minimum of 10 in life and 10 in physical science) 10 credits of world language OR 10 credits of VPA 3 years (beginning with Algebra I) 2 years of lab science (biology, chemistry, or physics) 2 years of the same world language AND 1 year-long VPA course Physical Education Electives TOTAL 20 credits 80 credits (Any course which exceeds specific subject area requirements counts as elective credit) 230 credits 1 year of a college prep course in addition to those used to meet the minimum requirements listed in the categories above

8 Other Requirements: High School Graduation: Students must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) prior to graduation. Students take the test once during their tenth-grade year, and they have additional opportunities if they do not pass as tenth-graders. College Admission: UC, CSU, and most other four-year colleges and universities require that applicants submit scores from either the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT. Acceptable Credits: Credits towards MHHS graduation may be earned in the following manner: High School Graduation: Students must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) prior to graduation. Students take the test once during their tenth-grade year, and they have additional opportunities if they do not pass as tenth-graders. Successful completion of courses offered during the regular school year or summer sessions. Transfer of units from accredited private or other public schools. Completion of basic education adult school courses for high school credit. Independent study as authorized by the California Administrative Code. Transfer of units from a community college. (See section which follows.) recovery courses. Community College Credits: Community college courses may be transferred to MHHS as follows: 2-3 unit community college class= 5 elective credits at MHHS 4-5 unit community college class = 10 elective credits at MHHS Any class which is fewer than 2 units at a community college may not be transferred to MHHS for credit, Except when combined with other related classes with the pre-approval of a counselor and principal s designee. Students must request the community college to send an official transcript to Mission Hills High School At the conclusion of the course if they wish to have the credits posted to their high school transcript. 7

9 Credit Limitations: The following limitations apply unless prior approval for exception is granted by the principal: While attending MHHS, a student may apply no more than 30 credits from off-campus sources (community college, adult school, college, university or correspondence classes) towards graduation. No more than 40 credits shall be granted for work experience education from the alternative high school. Courses in religion may not count as credits towards graduation. All courses which meet specific subject requirements (e.g., English, Math, etc.) must be taken at Mission Hills High School or must have been completed at another accredited private or public school prior to transfer to MHHS. International transcripts are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Courses identified as repeatable may be taken multiple times for credit. Students earning a grade of D in a college prep a-g course may repeat the course for additional credit providing that they earn a grade of C or higher the second time through. The initial course with the D grade will be applied as elective credits, and calculated in the GPA, for graduation purposes. This policy went into effect for the school year. A MHHS transcript can have grades posted as early as courses taken the summer before ninth grade, which is considered ninth grade. Any courses completed while the student is in 8 th grade or before cannot be posted on a MHHS transcript. No more than ten credits will be granted for office aide or teacher aide. 9

10 Expected Progress: Students are expected to pass all classes and to earn 30 credits each semester. Students who fail to accumulate credits at the levels listed below may be transferred to an alternative setting (Twin Oaks High School) until the credit deficiency has been remediated. By the end of each year, students should have earned a minimum of the following credits in order to remain at Mission Hills: Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade credits 95 credits 155 credits Students are expected to attend summer school to make up credits for classes failed during the previous school year. Students may return to Mission Hills only at the beginning of a semester and only after all credit and subject deficiencies have been removed. Advanced Placement (AP) Classes: Advanced Placement courses provide a college-level learning experience. Students who enroll in AP classes are expected to take the AP exams given in May of each year. Most colleges will grant credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5 on the AP exams; thus, students may earn college credit while still in high school. State law mandates that weighted grades can be assigned only to courses designated as eligible by the University of California. Only grades of C or better are weighted in AP courses. Incompletes: Students who qualify for an incomplete grade, according to SMUSD policy, must make up the incomplete grade within three weeks. Permanent grade will become F if a student does not make up an incomplete. Transferring students: A student who transfers to Mission Hills after the first six weeks of the semester and who brings NO check-out grades from the previous school will receive grades of NM (no mark) for that semester at MHHs and will receive no credit for that semester. Students transferring to MHHS within three weeks of the end of our semester must make arrangements to complete credits in the district they are leaving prior to checking out. Mission Hills High School cannot grant another district s credits if a student transfers in without meeting that district s requirements. The transfer grades of students coming to MHHS will be averaged with the grades earned here when teachers compute a final grade. MHHS will only grant a weighted transfer grade to courses that match the courses MHHS weights. Students who were on track to graduate upon leaving their previous district during their senior year, but who are deficient in MHHS graduation requirements, may graduate from Mission Hills High School provided they pass six classes each semester and pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Students must attend MHHS their entire final semester in order to receive a Mission Hills High School diploma. 10

11 Student Scheduling: During the scheduling process, students and parents/guardians have many opportunities to provide input regarding the courses the student should take. Counselors give students a transcript showing work completed and work in progress early in the scheduling sequence. Students and parents should check the transcript carefully to ensure that students are meeting graduation requirements as they plan the following school year. If parents/guardians have concerns or questions regarding classes and requirements, they should contact the counselor before their sons or daughters select courses. Once the semester starts, priority in making class changes will be given to the student who: has failed prerequisites has taken the course in question over the summer and no longer needs the class needs to drop an elective in order to take a required class he/she has failed has been placed in the incorrect level of a class The other situations in which a student s schedule might be changed include: over-enrollment in a class whose numbers must be reduced enrollment in a class which lacks sufficient enrollment and which is subsequently cancelled In order to maintain balanced class sizes, students are assigned to teachers randomly by a computer system designed to accommodate the need of pupils, scheduled six periods a day in a total of more than 100 different courses. All course changes, including those from one level to another are discouraged. Exceptions will be considered only during the first three weeks of each semester and are subject to teacher and administrative approval, as well as space availability. Generally, students may not change teachers once class assignments are made. However, a teacher change will be considered if the student has had the teacher for a least a semester in a previous year and failed the course. Under these conditions, the parent should contact the counselor to ascertain whether a teacher change is possible. Students may not request teacher changes. With support, students can be successful in every class with our highly-qualified teachers. A consistent policy about assigning students to classes ensures fair treatment for all. Throughout their lives, students will encounter many challenging and difficult situations. It is our responsibility as educators to help our young people develop strategies for dealing with those situations. If a student is experiencing ongoing difficulty in a course, the following steps must be followed: 1. Student meets with the teacher to discuss the difficulty and identify how best to deal with the issue. 2. If further action is needed, the parent contacts the teacher. 3. After a parent/teacher contact, the matter may be referred to an assistant principal who may choose to meet with the parties involved. For a variety of reasons, it is sometimes necessary to revise students schedules at the beginning of the second semester. Students are not guaranteed identical schedules for both semesters. 11

12 Mission Hills High School Transcripts: A written request for a change in a student's high school transcript or academic record must be received by the counseling office within one semester (a maximum of six months) from the time the student received a copy of the report card, transcript, or other academic record that contained the error. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Descriptions of the courses offered at Mission Hills High School follow. Students should take note of the grade levels at which the course may be taken, prerequisites, and the length of the course (semester or year-long). Some of the abbreviations commonly used in this section are explained below. AP CSU ELD EL (P) (H) ROP SDAIE UC Advanced Placement (designates honors classes to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exams, which may result in a student s receiving college credit for a course, even though the course was completed in high school) California State University (identifies courses which meet the entrance requirements of that school) English Language Development (designates English classes for those learning English as a second language) English Learner College preparatory (designates classes accepted by colleges and universities for purposes of meeting their Entrance requirements) Honors (designates honors classes designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement classes) Regional Occupational Program (designates classes funded from that source) Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (designates classes for English learners) University of California (identifies courses which meet the entrance requirements of that school) 12

13 THE PACE PROMISE The PACE Promise, a joint program of San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) and California State University San Marcos (CSUSM), guarantees CSUSM admission to all district students who meet entrance requirements. This program began with the SMUSD graduating classes of Students continuously enrolled in the district from 9th through 12th grade are automatically included in the PACE Promise. The Promise provides a step-by-step plan of preparation for college. Beginning in seventh grade, San Marcos students must work to fulfill program expectations. Meeting these requirements also prepares them for admission to most California public and private universities and colleges. Students, who meet all the program s academic benchmarks and the financial need criteria, as determined by CSUSM, may receive monetary assistance from a private foundation associated with the Promise while attending the university. Improving college options for this generation of students, the Promise provides dynamic, accelerated services which include tutoring and mentoring, visits to the university campus, enhanced test preparation for English and math entry-level exams, and extensive information regarding college preparation and admission. The Promise thus provides a vital link from the secondary school setting to the university. Purpose of the Promise To give students the necessary academic tools for entering college or the workforce without remediation To improve access, retention and college completion for underrepresented students To raise academic expectations and ensure that students not only qualify for college admission but thrive when they get there To expand comprehensive support services and to target every student in every school High School Requirements for Participation in the Promise Students must... Be continuously enrolled in the San Marcos Unified School District beginning in 9th grade; graduate from San Marcos Unified School District. Complete all "a-g" coursework required for CSU admission with grades of C or better. Meet CSU eligibility index requirements. Participate in the CSU Early Admission Program in English and mathematics during their junior year (11th grade); meet assessment requirements for CSU admission. Take the SAT Reasoning or ACT exams. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Goals or Outcomes Encouraging parents and students to begin focusing on college early in the students academic careers Increasing students options upon graduation Preparing students to enter college and the workforce successfully and without remediation Please join us in the PACE Promise by working to meet the benchmarks for eligibility. Throughout the school year, you will receive information on the PACE Promise and suggestions about how to help your student prepare for college. For more information, please contact your child s counselor or visit our web site at 13

14 ACADEMIES Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in electives and 20 credits in physical education. Criminal Justice and Fire Tech classes may also be used to meet Physical Education requirements. CULINARY ARTS ACADEMY The Culinary Arts Academy is a two-year program designed to prepare students for career opportunities in various areas of the foodservice industry, whether through immediate employment or transfer to a two-year or four-year college or professional culinary school. Courses are offered through the Regional Occupational Programs (ROP) of SMUSD. The Academy curriculum is aligned with the standards of the American Culinary Federation and combines culinary theory with practical hands-on laboratory experiences in a state-of-the-art instructional kitchen. Although the focus is on food preparation and production, the program includes an introduction to the hospitality industry, the principles of food safety and sanitation, culinary nutrition, purchasing and inventory control, menu planning, dining room service, and basic management concepts. Students will be expected to meet high standards of professionalism, including attendance, academics, and participation. Students will be required to purchase the basic academy uniform, which consists of a chef s coat, hat and apron, which must be worn for lab activities. The cost is approximately $45. Enrollment in the class is open only to students who apply and have been accepted into the academy CULINARY ARTS I (ROP) Grade level: 11 or 16 years old Year Prerequisite: Application and acceptance to the program This course provides first-year training in a two-year culinary arts academy designed to prepare students for a variety of culinary positions including: cook, chef, food preparation worker, baker, and caterer. Instruction includes: safety, sanitation, basic principles of food preparation and cooking, portion control, service and presentation. The curriculum has been designed to align with the educational standards of CTE and the American Culinary Federation. Students use: stoves, radiant and convection ovens, broilers, grills, mixers, hand tools, utensils, and other commercial kitchen equipment. Students must conform to safety and sanitation standards and will take the Food Handler test CULINARY ARTS II (ROP) Grade level: 12 or 16 years old Year Prerequisite: Successful completion of Culinary Arts I and a Food Handler Card This course provides the second year of training in a two-year culinary arts academy designed to prepare students for a variety of employment opportunities including: cook, chef, food preparation worker, baker, caterer, and other positions in the foodservice industry. Building on a solid foundation of culinary arts knowledge and skills, instruction includes advanced culinary skills, culinary nutrition, banquet and catering, and the basics of foodservice management and business operations. The curriculum has been designed to align with CTE standards and the educational standards of the American Culinary Federation. The state-of-theart facility includes equipment, hand tools, and utensils commonly found in commercial kitchens. Students will be expected to meet high standards of professionalism, sanitation and work habits. Students will learn advanced cooking techniques and food preparation. 14

15 HEALTHCARE ACADEMY 2984 HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS I (ROP) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Application and acceptance to the program This course will provide an introduction to numerous healthcare careers through class assignments, classroom speakers and field trips to hospitals. Students will study Advanced First Aid and skills used by First Responders in the emergency setting. This includes CPR certification of the healthcare provider covering infant, child, and adult CPR as well as learning to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Students will also study medical terminology with an overview of anatomy and diseases related to five human body systems. Additionally, the course includes instruction on communication skills, safety and health maintenance, and the ethical and legal responsibilities of healthcare providers. Successful students will be eligible to earn college credit from Palomar College HEALTHCARE CAREER ESSENTIALS II (ROP) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Healthcare Career Essentials I This course is the second year of a two-year program to prepare students for college study and/or a career in the healthcare industry. Students will learn the preparation of patients and assisting physician with examinations, minor surgical procedures, and treatments, recording medical histories and observations. Principles and methods of aseptic procedures, handling and care of instruments and supplies are taught. Students will study pharmacology with emphasis on preparation and administration of medications. Students will also learn the basic concepts of health assessments which include interviewing and assessment techniques used to obtain a comprehensive health history from and adult and relating findings to the nursing process. Trans-cultural and adult development stage considerations are included. This course will provide hand-on experiences for students. PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY The Public Safety Academy is part of a two-year program based on established Palomar College courses. These courses are offered through the Regional Occupational Program (ROP), and students who successfully complete each program will receive college credits from Palomar College as well as 20 high school credits. Criminal Justice students can receive 12 college units and Fire Technology 14 college units which may also be applied to a degree at Palomar College. Each academy also fulfills the 2-year physical education requirement. The Police and Fire Instructors are active or retired professionals who enforce the strict program requirements including attendance, academics, participation and professionalism. Enrollment in the class is open only to students who apply and have been accepted into the academy. 15

16 3197 CRIMINAL JUSTICE I (ROP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Admission to the Criminal Justice Academy Criminal Justice I is the first year in a two year program to prepare students for college and/or a career in law enforcement and related fields. This course includes classes in crime scene investigations, introduction to criminal justice, pre-employment police fitness and law enforcement procedures. Introduction to criminal justice gives students a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and covers the history, theories and philosophy of the three parts of the criminal justice system. The police fitness class gives students a comprehensive focus on general fitness including healthy diet, fitness for life, cardiovascular exercises, and physical activities that will prepare the student to pass the POST required physical fitness test. The POST re- quires a 165 pound dummy drag, running an obstacle course, climbing a 6 foot chain link fence, and a distance run. Interested students must apply and be admitted to the program before enrolling in the class. Application forms may be obtained from the counseling office CRIMINAL JUSTICE II (ROP) Grade Level: Year Prerequisites: Successful completion of Criminal Justice I Criminal Justice II is the second year in a two year program to prepare students for college study and/or a career in law enforcement and related fields. This course continues with pre-employment police physical fitness and crime scene investigation. The crime scene investigation course as well as the police physical fitness course build on the concepts taught in year one. Students also take classes in preparation for law enforcement, and speech and police interview skills. Preparation for law enforcement provides students with an understanding of the pre-employment exams, the necessary job skills set forth by POST, and ways to be successful in a police academy setting FIRE TECHNOLOGY I (ROP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Admission to the Fire Technology Academy Fire Technology I is the first year in a two-year program to prepare students for college study and a career in the fire service. This course introduces students to the history and philosophy of fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics. Students will also receive a comprehensive focus on general fitness including but not limited to: healthy diet, pull-ups, sit-ups, stretching, running and push-ups. Students will also be prepared to participate in a physical abilities test, including: 35 ladder raise; 11/2 hose carry; 2 ½ hose raise, Kaiser force machine, 2 ½ hose pull and 165 lb. dummy drag. Interested students must apply and be admitted to the program before enrolling in the class. Application forms may be obtained from the counseling office FIRE TECHNOLOGY II (ROP) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Successful completion of Fire Technology I Fire Technology II is the second year in a two-year program to prepare students for college study and a career in the fire service. This course introduces students to the study and application of emergency medical skills and procedures, including basic anatomy and physiology, terminology, and prevention of disease transmission. Additionally, this course includes Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross. Students will also receive a comprehensive focus on general fitness including but not limited to: healthy diet, pull-ups, sit-ups, stretching, running and push-ups. Students will also be prepared to participate in a physical abilities test. The physical abilities test includes: 35 ladder raise; 1 hose carry; 2 hose raise, Kaiser force machine, 2 hose pull and 165 lb. dummy drag. 16

17 ART Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in any of the visual/performing Arts or world languages CERAMICS (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This course includes a broad foundation of ceramic techniques including hand-built as well as wheel-thrown methods. Creating functional and sculptural forms, students learn glazing and decorating techniques that are applied with the elements and principles of visual design. This is a standards-based curriculum that places an emphasis on creativity and abstract problem solving with the ceramic medium ADVANCED CERAMICS (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Completion of beginning ceramics This course will build upon the technical foundation of hand-building and wheel-throwing processes learned in beginning ceramics. This course will teach more advanced clay forming and decorating techniques. An emphasis will be placed on the representation of students ideas in sculptural pieces as well as on historical roots and the balance of form and function in making useful pieces. Students will be allowed more independence creating projects that capture their interests. This course is repeatable with teacher recommendation DRAWING AND PAINTING (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None In this standards-based course, students learn to explore, create, understand, evaluate and critique art. Students learn to see as an artist sees, using right-brain drawing techniques to improve drawing and painting skills. The emphasis is on drawing and painting from observation ADVANCED DRAWING AND PAINTING (P) Grade level: Prerequisite: Grade C or better in Drawing and Painting and/or teacher recommendation. This upper-level coursework is designed to further challenge students who have already completed a year of Drawing and Painting. Students will refine skills in observational drawing and develop a portfolio of works that explore original ideas using a variety of media and forms of expression. This course will serve as a pre- AP course to AP Studio Art/Drawing portfolio. 17

18 5377 GRAPHIC DESIGN (ROP) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This is a college level class that provides instruction in the computer software program, Adobe Illustrator. Students will gain an understanding of the historical context of graphic design and explore two-dimensional real-world applications of design, with an emphasis in digital illustration (drawing). While developing skills in artistic perception and critiquing, students will also apply design strategies through experiences that emphasize solving visual art problems. Project requirements include the application of the elements and principles of design and typography. Students will also research content, prepare thumbnail sketches, rough layout thumbnails, and finalize comprehensive layouts incorporating appropriate specifications. Artwork will include original compositions, scanned images and digital graphics. This course is also designed to prepare students for college study and/ or a career in the graphic design industry and related fields. Career preparation includes workplace skills and behaviors, including interviewing techniques, the completion of a job application, resume, cover letter, and design portfolio. The course has been articulated with a Palomar college course and successful students have the opportunity to earn 3 units of credit from Palomar College ADVANCED GRAPHIC DESIGN (ROP) (P) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Graphic Design This is a college level class that provides instruction in the computer software program, Adobe Photoshop. Students will gain an understanding of the historical context of graphic design and explore two-dimensional real-world applications of design, with an emphasis in digital imaging (manipulating photographs). While developing skills in artistic perception and critiquing, students will also apply design strategies through experiences that emphasize solving visual art problems. Project requirements include the application of the elements and principles of design and typography. Students will also research content, prepare thumbnail sketches, rough layout thumbnails, and finalize comprehensive layouts incorporating appropriate specifications. Artwork will include original compositions, scanned images and digital graphics. This course is also designed to prepare students for college study and/or a career in the graphic design industry and related fields. Career preparation includes workplace skills and behaviors, including interviewing techniques, the completion of a job application, resume, cover letter, and design portfolio. The course has been articulated with a Palomar College course and successful students have the opportunity to earn 3 units of credit from Palomar College. 18

19 4665 SCULPTURE (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None Repeatable with teacher recommendation This course is an introduction to three-dimensional design. The curriculum is standards-based and provides students with a broad range of materials and techniques for creating three-dimensional form. These techniques are applied using the elements and principles of visual design and are used with critical thinking skills to solve project problems STUDIO ART (3D DESIGN OR DRAWING AND PAINTING) (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Ceramics or Drawing and Painting and consent of instructor Repeatable with teacher recommendation This course is for advanced students seeking concentrated exploration in the field of art. Students will prepare portfolios of college level works for evaluation and possible college credit. Instruction is differentiated to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards. Students may elect to compile a portfolio in either 2D Design, 3D Design or Drawing ART HISTORY (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This is a college level class on the history of art, painting, sculpture and architecture, from the earliest cave paintings to the most modern creations. Class work includes identification and analysis of artwork and writing of evaluations and critiques. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement examination. 19

20 AVID Advancement Via Individual Determination classes may be counted as elective credits for the graduation requirement AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Make written application to the program. Student must remain "a-g" eligible. AVID is a high-school program designed to prepare students for admission to a four-year university directly out of high school. An academic elective, AVID teaches time management, organization, college note-taking, SAT vocabulary, AVID Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration and Reading (WICR), goal setting, and community service. Students create four-year plans and commit to academic rigor. Students are required to take the PSAT AVID 2 (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Grade level: 10 and/or Year Prerequisite: Make written application to the program (continuing AVID students need not re-apply). Students must maintain "a-g" eligibility. Repeatable A continuation of the AVID grade 9 program, this course builds on the college-going skills introduced in the first course. AVID tutorials support students in their rigorous courses. Students complete practice UC/ CSU applications to familiarize themselves with entrance requirements. Written research projects are required for each student. All students are required to take the PSAT. Juniors are required to take the SAT and/or ACT with writing college entrance exams in the spring AVID SENIOR SEMINAR (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Prior AVID enrollment in junior year and concurrent enrollment in an honors or Advanced Placement class. "a-g" eligibility must be evident on student transcript. This course prepares students for a successful transition between high school and college work. Building on past years of AVID curriculum, students continue AVID organization, time-management, community service, and "a-g" eligibility. Additionally, students work on analytical reading, writing and math skills needed for college. Students practice college placement tests taken upon university admission. AVID tutorials support students in their challenging courses. Students are assisted with the college application process, FAFSA, financial aid, letters of recommendation, and scholarship applications AVID TUTOR Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Tutor must be approved by AVID program director. Repeatable This is a one-year elective course for students whose primary responsibility will be tutoring in the AVID program. AVID student tutors are expected to have mastered core academic subjects such as AP or honors English, social science, advanced math, and science. Student tutors will tutor small groups of AVID students twice a week during a portion of the AVID class, and assist students with their binders to enhance academic skills. Tutors will receive training prior to assignment. 20

21 BUSINESS Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in electives. All business classes are among those which may be used to fulfill this requirement INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None Repeatable This course focuses on skills that are necessary for success in business and management. The course covers careers, employment opportunities, different types of businesses, job seeking, employment applications, interview skills, management and the supervision of day-to-day business operations. Students will produce an Employment Portfolio with a resume, cover letter, reference page and thank you letter for future academic, career and employment opportunities. Students will use computers and Microsoft Office software to practice management and entrepreneurial skills in a simulated operation of a variety of businesses, such as insurance, trucking, equipment, design, manufacturing, travel and advertising agencies, clothing stores, financial investment brokers, accounting, postal services, banking, and communications. In addition they will take a career exploration field trip, hear guest speakers, improve communication and interpersonal skills and research global business products and services. This course provides real world business and management experience with hands on projects and responsibilities MARKETING (ROP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This course covers many aspects of marketing and business, including selling, promotion, careers, advertising, distribution, pricing, information and human resource management, product planning, and entrepreneurship. Students graphically design, create and produce three dimensional business products and services using digital cameras, scanners, printers and Microsoft Office computer software. They also manage, promote, advertise and market business products to obtain business/sales experience. Students will have the opportunity to use graphic design software: Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Publisher. In addition they will take a career exploration field trip, hear guest speakers, improve communication and interpersonal skills, and participate in dynamic group and individual projects. Students will gain real world business and work experience by managing and supervising marketing projects and simulations. Students will produce an Employment Portfolio with a resume, cover letter, reference page, and thank you letter for future academic, career and employment opportunities. Students will earn a certificate of competency and list of occupational competencies acquired upon completion of course TV NEWS PRODUCTION Grade level: Year Prerequisites: None Repeatable This course will cover the processes used to produce television news. Instruction will cover gathering news; editing words and images; reporting, packaging and sequencing news; using a variety of digital equipment; fulfilling roles both behind and in front of the camera; and identifying the media's role in news reporting. 21

22 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in electives. Computer classes are among those which may be used to fulfill this requirement COMPUTER EXPLORATIONS Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This course will prepare students for careers and the workplace as well as college and academic success. Students will use Microsoft Office: Word Processing (Word), Graphic Design (Photoshop/Publisher/Paint), Database (Access), Presentation Software (PowerPoint), Spreadsheet Software (Excel) and Graph/Chart Software (Chart Wizard). Digital cameras, graphic tablets, scanners, printers and graphic design software are used to create and design computer graphic projects including 3 dimensional layouts and products. Word Processing proficiency and business applications will be explored. Students will explore the Internet using appropriate search engine techniques and complete dynamic online website projects and activities. This course introduces graphic design software in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Creative design and analysis is emphasized using digital graphics and images. Projects include brochures, flyers, digital image editing, game simulation and analysis, graphic image design and a newsletter to develop desktop publishing skills. Career preparation includes job acquisition skills, an Employment Portfolio with resume, cover letter, reference page, thank you letter and computer projects for future academic, career and employment opportunities. This course emphasizes computer learning in a hands on project based real world environment SDAIE COMPUTER EXPLORATION S Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None In this course for English Language Learners, students will explore the use of computers. This course will prepare students for careers and the workplace as well as college and academic success. Students will use Microsoft Office: Word Processing (Word), Graphic Design (Publisher/Paint) Database (Access), Presentation Software (PowerPoint), Spreadsheet Software (Excel) and Graph/Chart Software (Chart Wizard). Digital cameras, graphic tablets, scanners, printers and graphic design software are used to create and design computer graphic projects including 3 dimensional layouts and products. Word Processing proficiency and business applications will be explored. Students will explore the Internet using appropriate search engine techniques and complete dynamic online website projects and activities. Creative design and analysis is emphasized using digital graphics and images. Projects include brochures, flyers, digital image editing, game simulation and analysis, graphic image design and a newsletter to develop desktop publishing skills. This course emphasizes computer learning in a hands on project based real world environment. 22

23 ENGLISH Graduation Requirements; 40 credits, 10 each in English/Language Arts courses in World Studies I & II and American Studies I & II. See Humanities Section CAHSEE ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS Grade level: Semester/Year Prerequisite: Failure on the CAHSEE Language Arts Exam Repeatable Students who have not passed the California High School Exit Exam are required to take this class. The course will concentrate on standards and skills required to pass the exam. In this course students earn elective credit only; they should concurrently enroll in a college prep English class LITERACY ACADEMY Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Qualifying score on the reading portion of State standardized test The Literacy Academy course is designed to support 9th-graders who are concurrently enrolled in World Studies I and need additional support in language arts. The course focuses on strengthening specific reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills which will enable students to succeed in their World Studies courses. Students are instructed in a variety of strategies to enhance their reading and writing. Preparation for the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) also is provided. Literacy Academy is a year-long course for students not enrolled in special programs. Students receive 10 elective credits upon successful completion ELD I ELD II Grade level: Year Prerequisites: Appropriate scores on CELDT or successful completion of the preceding ELD class. (ELD I and II, 2 periods per day 20 credits) These courses are designed to develop the English language skills of those students whose first language is not English. All four courses emphasize academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening in addition to real world experiences in spoken English. As oral fluency increases, students read short stories, novels, biographies and content area material. Essay writing occurs at all four levels, but proficiency reading and writing is practiced in ELD III and IV ELD III (P) ELD IV (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisites: Appropriate scores on CELDT or successful completion of the preceding ELD class. (ELD III and ELD IV, one period per day - 10 credits) These courses are designed to develop the language skills of those students whose first language is not English. These courses emphasize academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the more advanced level. Students enrolled in ELD III and ELD IV will write advanced essays and compositions and read short stories, poems, biographies and novels. Students will take ELD III and ELD IV in conjunction with their grade level SDAIE ELA course, further preparing them for mainstream English courses. 23

24 1217 ENGLISH SUPPORT Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Qualifying score on English CST and/or El Coordinator recommendation. English support is designed to improve the test scores of English learners, and RSP students, prepare them for success in all their content area classes and increase their reading comprehension skills. The course is based on California s Early Advanced and Advanced English language development standards and focuses on improving reading scores, increasing academic vocabulary, and developing writing skills. The students use the Read 180 program, which is a research-based reading intervention program designed to improve student achievement with a focus on English Language Arts standards. The course is designed to improve reading lexile scores, increase academic vocabulary, and develop writing skills. Students participate in small groups, independent reading, and using computer-based learning programs to track gains JOURNALISM / NEWSPAPER Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Consent of instructor; application required Repeatable Journalism is both a writing and a production class. Students will prepare and write articles in the different journalism genres: news, sports, opinions, and features. In addition, each student will help to prepare the school s newspaper, Silvertip, through the use of computer software. Deadlines and completing work on time are crucially important. Photography, advertising and business, distribution, graphic design, and computer applications are additional sections within the class, all leading to a successful production and distribution of the school's newspaper. Some after-school work will be required YEARBOOK PRODUCTION Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Consent of instructor; application required Repeatable Students in this class produce the school s Yearbook and will be expected to meet all deadlines to produce layouts including taking pictures, writing copy and captions, and using various computer programs. All students will be expected to contribute time outside of class as needed. Communicating with other students, faculty, and the community are essential in creating a cooperative working environment. 24

25 HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE Graduation Requirements: 40 credits, 10 credits each in History/Social Science courses in World Studies I and II and American Studies I and II. See Humanities Section LEADERSHIP Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Appointment or election as an ASB officer, class officer, or commissioner, or special permission from instructor. Repeatable This course provides an opportunity for students to practice democratic leadership in practical school situations. Students share with adults the responsibility of planning and organizing assemblies, meetings, social and recreational gatherings, rallies, elections, and other events PSYCHOLOGY (P) Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: None This course familiarizes students with the latest discoveries within the field of psychology and with the limits on what psychology can help mankind to understand. Topics include brain functions, developmental stages, the relationship between thoughts and emotions, and belief systems PSYCHOLOGY (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Included in the course are facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major fields of psychology and an overview of the methods psychologists use in their research and practice. This course is equivalent to a college course in introductory psychology. Students are expected to successfully prepare for the Advanced Placement test given in the spring. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program MEXICAN-AMERICAN/CHICANO STUDIES (P) Grade level: Semester/Year Prerequisite: None The Mexican-American studies course seeks to enhance understanding of the Mexican and Mexican-American experience, as well as the broader Latino experience. As Latinos are currently the fastest growing minority group in the nation and represent a substantial portion of the population in southern California, the focus of this course is on an understanding of the Latino background. The social, historical, political, and cultural history of Mexico is examined as well as Mexican immigration into the United States. Current issues within the Mexican-American community are investigated, including the diversity of the Mexican-American and Latino populations. 25

26 HUMANITIES Graduation Requirements: 40 credits in English and 40 credits in History/Social Science WORLD STUDIES I AND II ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS AND HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE World Studies is a survey of world traditions from early civilization to the present day. Instruction in both subjects, English and social science, is based on essential themes and questions that focus students assignments, discussions, and projects. Students learn about the critical events, literature, and art of world cultures within a geographical and historical context. Reading, writing, and critical thought are required in both subjects. The Humanities course content and assignments are designed to connect English and Social Science, therefore it is the district recommendation that students enroll in the same level, either the college preparatory (P) or advanced (H or AP) sections, of both classes World Studies I English/Language Arts (P) 1766 World Studies I History/Social Science (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None World Studies I (P) focuses on the development of world civilizations and cultures. Students are asked to search for essential elements of human development within the themes of structure, significance, truth, security, meaning, and discovery. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, classical and modern, is studied to illuminate historical themes, help students meet the California standards, and prepare for the High School Exit Exam. Varying forms of assessment, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used to guide instruction World Studies I English/Language Arts (H) 1795 World Studies I History/Social Science (H) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Middle School teacher s recommendation suggested Designed for Gifted and Talented (GATE) students, World Studies I (H) focuses on the development of world civilizations and cultures. Students are asked to search for essential elements of human development within the themes of structure, social order, stability, the individual, factionalism and, meaning. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, classical and modern, is studied to illuminate historical themes, help students meet the California standards, and prepare for the High School Exit Exam. Varying forms of assessment, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used in the course. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program World Studies I English/Language Arts (SDAIE) (P) 3405 World Studies I History/Social Science (SDAIE)(P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Enrollment in ELD III or ELD IV 26

27 Designed for English Language Learners (EL), these courses focus on the development of world civilizations and cultures. Students are asked to search for essential elements of human development within the themes of structure, the individual, security, faith, conformity, and discovery. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, classical and modern, is used to illuminate historical themes, help students meet the California standards, and prepare for the High School Exit Exam. Varying forms of assessment, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used in the course. Teachers utilize SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies to ensure that EL students master the core curriculum World Studies II English/Language Arts (P) 1803 World Studies II History/Social Science (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: World Studies 1 (P or H) These courses focus on the modern world. Students view essential elements of modern society within the themes of power, knowledge, influence, individuality, control, and solutions. Literature, both fiction and nonfiction, classical and modern, is studied to illuminate historical themes, help students meet the California standards, and prepare for the High School Exit Exam. Varying types of assessment, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used to guide instruction World Studies II English/Language Arts (H) 1811 World Studies II World History (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: World Studies 1 (P or H). Designed for Gifted and Talented (GATE) students, these courses focus on world cultures from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. Students view essential elements of society within the themes of power, knowledge, influence, individuality, control, and solutions. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, classical and modern, is studied to illuminate historical themes. The course prepares students to meet the California standards, pass the High School Exit Exam, and sit for the Advanced Placement exam in World History. Varying types of assessment, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used to guide instruction which is designed to meet the requirements for depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and the Advanced Placement program World Studies II English/Language Arts (SDAIE)(P) 3409 World Studies II History/Social Science (SDAIE)(P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Enrollment in ELD III or ELD IV Designed for English Language Learners (EL), these courses focus on the modern world. Students view essential elements of modern society within the themes of power, knowledge, influence, individuality, control, and solutions. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, classical and modern, is studied to illuminate historical themes, help students meet the California standards, and prepare for the High School Exit Exam. Varying assessments, including essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects, are used to guide instruction. Teachers utilize SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies to ensure that EL students master the core curriculum. 27

28 Big History Course Description Big History is a unified account of the history of the universe that uses evidence and ideas from many disciplines to create a broad context for understanding humanity. Big History offers a unique view of human history that seeks out common themes and patterns spanning vast time scales. Students will be exposed to a variety of historical and scientific approaches to humanity s understanding of the universe and how these interpretations have changed over time. American Studies focuses on the United States, its literature, and history from the beginning of the development of democratic traditions to the present day. Instruction in both subjects, English and social science, is guided by essential themes and questions which focus students assignments, discussions, and projects. Critical events, literature, and art are placed in geographical and historical context as students gain greater awareness of the political and economic forces that affect their everyday lives. Writing, reading, and critical thinking are required in both subjects. Students must enroll in the same level, either the college preparatory (P) or advanced (H or AP) sections, of both classes American Studies I History/Social Science (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: World Studies I and II (P or H/AP) American Studies focuses on the United States, its literature, and history from the beginning of the development of democratic traditions to the present day. Instruction in both subjects, English and social science, is guided by essential themes and questions which focus students assignments, discussions, and projects. Critical events, literature, and art are placed in geographical and historical context as students gain greater awareness of the political and economic forces that affect their everyday lives. Writing, reading, and critical thinking are required in both subjects. The Humanities course content and assignments are designed to connect English and Social Science, therefore it is the district recommendation that students enroll in the same level, either the college preparatory (P) or advanced (H or AP) sections, of both classes American Studies I Language (AP) 1828-American Studies I United States History (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: World Studies I and II (P or H/AP). Teacher recommendation suggested. Designed for Gifted and Talented (GATE) students, American Studies I (AP) focuses on the United States from the time of the colonies to the present. Students look at the developing elements of American society within the themes of national, global, and urban identity, a just society, international responsibility, and national accountability. The themes are illuminated by the study of literature, both fiction and non-fiction, traditional and modern. Assessment is done via essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects. Based on the California standards, the courses prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) exams in English Language and U.S. History. Instruction is differentiated to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and the AP program. 28

29 3400 American Studies I English/Language Arts (SDAIE) (P) 3412-American Studies I History/Social Science (SDAIE) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Exit from the ELD program Designed for English Language learners (EL), American Studies I (SDAIE) focuses on the United States from the beginning of the nineteenth century. Students look at the developing elements of American society within the themes of national, global, and urban identity, a just society, international responsibility, and national accountability. The themes are illuminated by the study of literature, both fiction and nonfiction, traditional and modern. Assessment is done via essays, multiple-choice and short answer tests, and short-and long-term projects. SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies ensure that EL students have access to the core curriculum and can meet the California standards American Studies II English/Language Arts (P) 1841-American Studies II History/Social Science (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: World Studies I and II (P or H/AP) and American Studies I (P or AP) American Studies focuses on the United States, its literature, and history from the beginning of the development of democratic traditions to the present day. Instruction in both subjects, English and social science, is guided by essential themes and questions which focus students assignments, discussions, and projects. Critical events, literature, and art are placed in geographical and historical context as students gain greater awareness of the political and economic forces that affect their everyday lives. Writing, reading, and critical thinking are required in both subjects. The Humanities course content and assignments are designed to connect English and Social Science, therefore it is the district recommendation that students enroll in the same level, either the college preparatory (P) or advanced (H or AP) sections, of both classes American Studies II Literature (AP) 1847-American Studies II Government (AP) 1921-American Studies II Economics (AP) Grade level Year Prerequisite: World Studies I and II (P or H/AP) and American Studies I (P or AP) The focus of these courses is the individual in a diverse society. Students look at the interrelationship of individuals and society in the context of personal, social, cultural, democratic, national, and world themes. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, traditional and modern, is used to help students meet the California standards and prepare for post-secondary work. Themes from both government and economics will be taught concurrently in order for students to see the relationships between these two subjects and to meet the California standards. Essays, multiple-choice and short-answer tests, and projects are used as assessment tools which then guide instruction. These courses prepare students to take the Advanced Placement exams in English Literature, Government and Politics. Instruction is differentiated in order to meet the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by the State gifted standards and the Advanced Placement program American Studies II English/Language Arts (SDAIE) (P) 3413 American Studies II History/Social Science (SDAIE) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Exit from the ELD program and completion of American Studies I (SDAIE) Designed for English Language Learners (EL), American Studies II focuses on the individual in a diverse society. Students look at the interrelationship of individuals and society in the context of personal, social, cultural, democratic, national, and world themes. Literature, both fiction and non-fiction, traditional and modern, is used to help students meet the California standards and prepare for post-secondary work. Essays, multiple-choice and short-answer tests, and projects are used as assessment tools which then guide instruction. The teacher uses SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies to ensure that EL students have access 29 to the core curriculum.

30 MATHEMATICS Graduation Requirements: 20 credits including Algebra I ESSENTIALS OF ALGEBRA Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This course is a non-college prep introduction to algebra with an emphasis on basic vocabulary and fundamental operations. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who do not meet prerequisites for Algebra I ESSENTIALS OF ALGEBRA (SDAIE) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Enrollment in ELD I, II or III Designed for limited English speakers, this course is a non-college prep introduction to algebra with emphasis on basic vocabulary and fundamental operations. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who do not meet the prerequisites for Algebra I. SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies ensure that EL students have access to the core curriculum and can meet the California standards ALGEBRA I (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Essentials of Algebra or 8th grade Pre-Algebra recommended This course covers elementary algebra with an emphasis on the structure of algebra, basic vocabulary, and fundamental operations. Included are operations with rational numbers, polynomials, equations and inequalities, graphs and linear functions, systems of equations, square roots, quadratic equations and factoring, and rational expressions ALGEBRA I (SDAIE) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SDAIE Essentials of Algebra recommended Designed for limited English speakers, this course covers elementary algebra with an emphasis on the structure of algebra, basic vocabulary, and fundamental operations. Included are the basics of rational numbers, polynomials, equations and inequalities, graphs and linear functions, systems of equations, square roots, quadratic equations and factoring, and rational expressions. SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies ensure that EL students have access to the core curriculum and can meet the California standards ALGEBRA II (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in high school Algebra I, a grade of B or better in middle school Algebra I and a grade of C in Geometry recommended This course reviews and builds upon selected topics from Algebra I and introduces additional topics such as quadratic relations, complex numbers, statistics, probability, exponential functions and logarithmic functions. 30

31 ALGEBRA II (H) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of A in Geometry or B or better in Honors Geometry recommended This course covers the same topics as those listed in Algebra II. However, as an honors course, these topics are taught with an emphasis on increased depth, novelty, complexity, and pacing. Additional Algebra II standards are covered as time permits. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards GEOMETRY (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in high school Algebra I or grade of B or better in middle school. Algebra I recommended This is a course in standard Euclidean geometry. Topics include the nature of proof, angles, parallelism, congruence of triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles, circles, area, and volume GEOMETRY (SDAIE) (P) Grade Level: 9-12.Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SDAIE Algebra 1, a grade of B or better in middle school Algebra 1. Pending Designed for limited English speakers, this course covers geometry with an emphasis on SDAIE techniques and vocabulary. SDAIE pacing strategies ensure that EL students have access to the core curriculum and can meet the California standards. This is a course in standard Euclidean geometry. Topics include the nature of proof, angles, parallelism, congruence of triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles, circles, area, and volume GEOMETRY (H) Grade Level: 9 and 10.Year Prerequisite: Grade of A in Algebra I recommended This course covers the same topics as those listed in Geometry. However, as an honors course, these topics are taught with an emphasis on increased depth, novelty, complexity, and pacing. Additional Geometry standards are covered as time permits. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards DISCRETE MATH (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Algebra II recommended The course weaves together strands from the area of discrete mathematics, that branch of math that deals with events that occur in countable, or discrete, chunks, i.e., phenomena that are not continuous. Included are a wide variety of everyday topics (how to find the best route from one city to another, how to count the number of possible combinations of pizza toppings) as well as more advanced concepts (how computers store and retrieve arrangements of information on a screen, the logistics of networks, for instance). These mathematical concepts are used by decision-makers in such diverse fields as government, health care, transportation, and telecommunications. The course helps students see the relevance of mathematics in the real world. 31

32 2529 TRIGONOMETRY/PRE-CALCULUS (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: of C or better in Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Honors This is course that combines pre-calculus and trigonometry. This course reviews and builds upon selected topics from Algebra 2 and introduces additional topics such as linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, and their applications. An emphasis is placed on problem solving and interpreting the results. Additionally, students will explore functions through multiple representations in a meaningful context. Students will have an introduction to calculus, and will be prepared to take AP Calculus A/B or AP Calculus B/C MATH ANALYSIS/ TRIGONOMETRY (P) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: C or better from Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Honors This is a course that combines pre-calculus and trigonometry. This course reviews and builds upon selected topics from Algebra 2 and introduces additional topics such as linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, and their applications. An emphasis is placed on problem solving and interpreting the results. This course will include additional topics such as vectors, matrices, sequences, series, probability, data analysis, modeling and regression. From Math Analysis/Trigonometry students may take AP Statistics. This course also prepares students for AP Calculus A/B CALCULUS (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Trig/Pre-Calc recommended This course is an intensive study of differential and integral calculus in a single variable and its applications to scientific and engineering problems. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program STATISTICS (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Algebra II recommended This is a college level introduction to statistics. Students are introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. The course has four broad conceptual themes: 1) exploring data; 2) planning a study; 3) anticipating patterns in advance, and 4) statistical inference. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program CAHSEE MATH Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: Failing score on the CAHSEE Math Exam or grade of D or F in Essentials of Algebra or Algebra I first semester, or teacher recommendation Students who have not passed the California High School Exit Exam and who are not presently enrolled in Special Education need to take this course. The course will concentrate on material and skills required to pass the math exam. In this class, students earn elective credit only.

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34 PERFORMING ARTS Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in visual/ Performing Arts or world languages. Any of the classes listed below may be used to meet this requirement BEGINNING DRAMA (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None Repeatable This course provides on-stage time with scene assignments and improvisation. Theater history, play analysis, audition technique, and musical theater are included. Principles of drama criticism are introduced, and students write critiques of dramatic literature INTERMEDIATE DRAMA (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite:Completion of one year of Drama and consent of instructor Repeatable This course provides an increasing amount of on-stage time with scene assignments and improvisation. Basic make-up application, audition technique, resume writing, and musical theater are included. Principles of drama criticism are further studied, and there is increased emphasis on written critiques of dramatic literature. Homework includes written assignments and memorization which will average three hours per week DRAMA PRODUCTION (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Completion of Drama and consent of instructor. Repeatable In this course, students explore advanced acting techniques and the scope of dramatic literature. Principles of directing are introduced and student-directed one-act plays are rehearsed and performed. 33

35 4256- TECHNICAL THEATER Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: None Repeatable Technical Theater covers the basics of set and prop design and construction, lighting, costuming, sound, makeup, and stage management. Students will be expected to design, construct, and paint scenic units and props, plan and draw a lighting plot for a play, operate a lighting board, and choose costume designs and colors for characters in a production. They also will operate the equipment used in sound effects and musical background, plan and apply makeup, and act as stage manager MARCHING BAND Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and concurrent enrollment in either Concert Band or Color Guard. Students enrolled in marching band will be required to attend after school rehearsals, performances, and competitions. Attendance at a one week band camp prior to the beginning of the school year will be required of all who enroll in the marching band. Students may be able to fulfill the physical education graduation requirement through participation in the marching band. Students who participate in the Winter Drum Line or Winter Guard will be enrolled for the entire year. All others will only be enrolled for the fall semester COLOR GUARD (P) Grade level Year Prerequisite: Audition and/or consent of instructor Repeatable Color Guard participants learn to perform dance routines with equipment such as flags and simulated rifles. During fall semester, students perform with the marching band at home football games and in competitions. In the spring, students perform at competitions sponsored by the Winter Guard Association of Southern California CONCERT BAND, SYMPHONIC BAND*, AND WIND ENSEMBLE* (P) Grade level Year *Prerequisite for Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble: Require audition and/ or consent of instructor Repeatable Concert band students work to develop strong fundamental skills in the performance of wind and percussion instruments. Elements of music theory, harmony, and rhythm are covered. At the end of the fall semester, students will audition and remain enrolled in the concert band or join the symphonic band for spring semester. Percussion students will be required to concurrently enroll in Marching Band JAZZ ENSEMBLE (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Audition and/or consent of instructor Repeatable Enrollment in the jazz ensemble will be limited to students who perform on the following instruments: saxophone, trombone, trumpet, drums, bass, guitar, and auxiliary percussion. Students will audition at the beginning of the school year. Because of the limited number of spots available, not all students wishing to enroll in the jazz ensemble will be able to take the class.

36 0395 DANCE 1 (P) Grade level Year Prerequisite: None In this co-ed course, students learn dance at the beginning and intermediate levels. Many styles are explored with an emphasis on ballet basics, jazz, modern, and musical theater. Improvisation and choreography are introduced. Performance is not required before an audience, but students have opportunities to perform during the year. Students wear black pants and tops, not PE uniforms. This course may be taken to meet physical education or fine arts graduation requirements DANCE 2 (P) Grade level Year Prerequisite: Dance 1 and written consent of instructor Repeatable In this co-ed course, students study dance at the intermediate to advanced levels. Ballet, jazz, modern, and musical theater dance are emphasized, and improvisation and choreography are explored. Performance is required, and students have opportunities to perform throughout the year. Students are expected to concentrate on technique and performance skills. Black pants and leotards are worn. The course may be taken to meet physical education or fine arts graduation requirements DANCE PRODUCTION (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Completion of Dance 1 and written consent of instructor; audition required Repeatable This advanced dance class is a performing group which focuses on dance technique and gives students the opportunity to choreograph and perform their own work. Performance is required. Course work includes dance history, techniques of ballet, jazz, and modern dance, and performance skills. This course may be used to meet either fine arts or physical education requirements MUSIC APPRECIATION (P) Grades level: Year Prerequisite: None A general introduction to the history of music with emphasis on great works of the twentieth century. Course focuses on classical, world music, jazz, rock, and new trends in music such as the performer versus the computer/synthesizer; and stylistic characteristics of twentieth century music CHORUS (P) Grade level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Year Repeatable This class explores all styles of vocal music as well as elements of harmony and theory. The class is a 35 performing group appropriate for both experienced and inexperienced singers.

37 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Graduation Requirements: 20 credits, 10 of which must be in General PE GENERAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None In this course, students participate in a wide variety of team and individual activities that are offered in threeweek blocks. Physical fitness tests are administered each semester and classroom instruction is provided on health and nutrition GENERAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION Grade level: Year Prerequisite: 2580-General Physical Education or equivalent In this course, students participate in a wide variety of group and individual activities. Included are exercises on a fitness circuit which combines aerobic and strength training on state-of-the-art equipment WEIGHT TRAINING Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: C or better, no U s in citizenship in General PE, and teacher approval recommended Repeatable In this course, students acquire detailed knowledge of weight training techniques and participate in aerobic activities designed to enhance cardiovascular fitness. Students set up individualized programs to fit their own personal needs. 36

38 3609 ADVANCED POWER LIFTING Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: C or better in Weight Training or approval of instructor recommended Repeatable This class is designed for the mature, motivated athlete ready to engage in heavy power weight training. Athletes will be expected to train at a high level of intensity in a program designed to increase endurance, agility, knowledge, and technique. Emphasis will be placed on the three major power lifts and aerobic exercise TEAM SPORTS Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: Participation in JV or varsity athletics or coach s recommendation Repeatable In this course, students participate in a comprehensive program designed to create measurable improvement in strength, flexibility, and aerobic capacity during the weeks of the semester that they are not actively involved with their varsity team. Cross training activities include weight training, stretching, step aerobics, off-campus running, field trips, and team sports DANCE 1 (P) Grade level Year Prerequisite: None In this co-ed course, students learn dance at the beginning and intermediate levels. Many styles are explored with an emphasis on ballet basics, jazz, modern, and musical theater. Improvisation and choreography are introduced. Performance is not required before an audience, but students have opportunities to perform during the year. Students wear black pants and tops, not PE uniforms. This course may be taken to meet physical education or fine arts graduation requirements DANCE 2 (P) Grade level Year Prerequisite: Dance I and written consent of instructor Repeatable In this co-ed course, students study dance at the intermediate to advanced levels. Ballet, jazz, modern, and musical theater dance are emphasized, and improvisation and choreography are explored. Performance is required, and students have opportunities to perform throughout the year. Students are expected to concentrate on technique and performance skills. Black pants and leotards are worn. The course may be taken to meet physical education or fine arts graduation requirements PAGEANTRY Grade level: Semester/Year Prerequisite: C or better and no U s in citizenship in General PE This is a one-semester class for the spirit and performing groups including cheerleading and competitive dance. Students must try out for the teams and be selected by a panel of judges. 37

39 SCIENCE Graduation Requirements: 20 credits, including 10 in life science and 10 in physical science BIOLOGY (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None This is a college prep lecture/laboratory course. Topics covered include controlled experiments, cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, evolution, plant and animal systems, and ecology BIOLOGY WITH MEDICAL EMPHASIS (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Score above 60th percentile on State reading test and concurrent enrollment in Algebra I or higher math recommended This lecture/laboratory course covers all the California Biology content standards with an overall theme of medicine. Topics include cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, evolution, human body systems, and ecology. This course is also designed to assist young adults in the exploration of Health Occupations and Medical Services fields of study BIOLOGY (SDAIE) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Enrollment in ELD III or IV Designed for English language learners, this course introduces topics basic to the life sciences such as controlled experiments, cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, evolution, plant and animal systems, and ecology. Teachers utilize SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies to ensure that all EL students master the core curriculum BIOLOGY (H) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Score above 60th percentile on State reading test, middle school teacher s recommendation, and concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 or higher math recommended This is an accelerated, one-year lecture/laboratory course. Topics covered include ecology, anatomy, physiology, cellular biology, biochemistry, evolution, and genetics. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards and to prepare for AP Biology BIOLOGY (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Biology (HP) or C or better in Chemistry (P, HP) recommended This is a university level lecture/laboratory course taught in accordance with College Board standards. Topics covered include biochemistry, ecology, genetics, anatomy, physiology, evolution, animal behavior, molecular and cell biology, and plant and animal physiology. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare for the Advanced Placement Program. Students are expected to take the AP Biology test in the spring and have the opportunity to receive college credit. 38

40 3411 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (P) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Biology (HP, P or medbio) recommended This course is designed for students interested in health/medical sciences careers. Topics will include cell biochemistry, bones, muscles, skin, senses, urinary system, nutrition and digestion, respiratory system, circulatory system, and human reproduction EARTH SCIENCE (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Biology (P, HP) This is a one-year course designed to fulfill the high school graduation requirement for physical science. This is a college prep course which examines the earth s structure, plate tectonics, structure and composition of the atmosphere, energy exchanges within the earth and their effects on climate, the earth s place in the universe including structure, scale and changes in stars, galaxies, and the universe over time EARTH SCIENCE (SDAIE) (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Enrollment in ELD III or IV, Biology (P) This class, designed for English language learners, fulfills the high school graduation requirement for physical science. It is college preparatory course which examines the earth s structure, plate tectonics, structure and composition of the atmosphere, energy exchanges within the earth and the effects on climate, the earth s place in the universe including structure, scale and changes in stars, galaxies, and the universe over time. Teachers utilize SDAIE techniques and pacing strategies to ensure that EL students master the core curriculum CHEMISTRY (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Algebra. Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonds, conservation of matter and stoichiometry, gasses and their properties, acids and bases, solutions, chemical thermodynamics, reaction rates, chemical equilibrium, organic biochemistry and nuclear processes. It is recommended that students have a scientific calculator CHEMISTRY (H) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment and/or completion of Algebra II recommended Honors Chemistry is a rigorous, accelerated laboratory science course which will focus on major principles and concepts of chemistry. Lab activities include those that meet the Health Careers pathway courses (HASPI). In addition, emphasis will be placed on the study of inorganic chemistry, thermodynamics, equilibrium, stoichiometry, kinetics, atomic structure, chemical bonding, nuclear processes, and biochemistry. It is recommended that students have a scientific calculator. 39

41 4495 BIOCHEMISTRY (H) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Biology and Chemistry recommended. Students who successfully meet the college course requirements will be eligible to receive 5 credits from CSUSM. CSU applicable fees must This course is intended for students pursuing a degree in a health-related field or seeking to satisfy general be paid to receive college credit. education physical science requirements at a lower division college level. Biochemistry is a rigorous laboratory science course which will focus on the basic principles of general, organic, and biochemistry as needed to understand the biochemistry, physiology, and pharmacology of the human body. Students will be introduced to a range of chemical concepts including the structure of the atom, properties of gases and solutions, acid-base chemistry, the properties of organic molecules and biological macromolecules. Building on these concepts students will explore the role of chemistry in human health, medicine, and nutrition. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by CSUSM PHYSICS (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: B or better in Geometry or Algebra II recommended This is a college preparatory class looking into the relationships between matter and energy. We will be covering the following topics: linear motion, Newton s laws of motion, circular motion, gravitation, workenergy relationships, momentum, thermodynamics, light, magnetism, and electricity. This is a math intensive course; students should have strong algebra skills and will need a scientific calculator PHYSICS (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: B or better in Geometry, concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or higher math This is a university level lecture and laboratory science course taught in accordance with the College Board standards. In this math intensive, fast paced class, we will cover the following topics: mechanics, thermodynamics, wave motion, electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and modern physics. This course is designed to help students prepare of the Advanced Placement test in the spring which all students are expected to take and have the opportunity to earn college credit. Students must have a scientific calculator AP ENVIRONMETAL SCIENCE Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Complete 1 year of Life and Physical Science Advanced Placement Environmental Science is designed to be a college level lecture/laboratory course. The goal of this course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and humanmade, and to evaluate the risks associated with these problems while examining alternative solutions for resolving and/ or preventing them.

42 5401-HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (H) Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: C or Better in Biology (HP, P, or MedBio) and C or better in Chemistry Human Anatomy and Physiology Honors is a course for students who are interested in an in-depth understanding of the structures and functions of the human body. It was significantly greater depth than college preparatory anatomy and Physiology requiring application, analysis, and evaluation of the material, the understanding and use of concepts as well as facts regarding the interrelatedness of the human body systems. This course is recommended for those pursuing a career in the health science field in college. It has a substantial laboratory component, including several dissections, which will complement lectures, discussion and demonstrations FORENSICS SCIENCE (P) Pending SMUSD Board Approval Grade Level: Year Prerequisite: Completion of one year of physical science and one year of Life Science Forensic science is the application of multiple scientific disciplines to the investigation of criminal or civil questions of the law. Forensics science utilizes the principles, facts, and lab techniques from the fields of chemistry, biology, physics, earth science, anatomy and physiology to analyze and interpret evidence within the realm of our legal system. We will begin with an introduction to scientific inquiry and the process of forensic investigation. We will begin with an introduction to scientific inquiry and the process of forensic investigation. We will then apply our knowledge of investigation to the analysis of trace evidence (hair, fiber, fingerprints, etc.), DNA, blood, bodies, ballistics, toxicology, entomology, botany and anthropology. Students will actively participate in labs and activities relating to the investigation of crime scenes and the analysis of evidence while developing their writing, problem solving and critical thinking skills. In addition, the ethical, legal, and social concerns surrounding forensics will be discussed. This course meets the University of California and California State University entrance requirements.

43 Mission Hills High School Science Course Selection Grade Pathway Course Option ** SDAIE Course SDAIE Biology (P) 9th Graduation Requirement Only Biology (P,HP) College Bound Biology (P,HP) College Bound (Health) Med Biology(P) 10th ** SDAIE Course SDAIE Earth Science (P) Graduation Requirement Only Earth Science (P) College Bound College Bound (Health) Earth Science (P), Physiology (P), Chemistry(P,HP), or Biology (AP) Chemistry (P,HP), or Physiology (P) Graduation Recommendation Only Physiology (P) 11th College Bound Earth Science (P), Environmental Science (AP), Physics (P, AP), Biochemistry (HP), Physiology (P, HP), Biology (AP), or Chemistry (P, HP, AP) College Bound (Health) Physiology (P, HP), *Health Academy 1 12th College Bound College Bound (Health) Earth Science (P), Environmental Science (AP), Physics (P, AP), Biochemistry (HP), Physiology (P, HP), Biology (AP), or Chemistry (P, HP, AP) Physiology (P, HP), Chemistry (P,HP), Biochemistry (HP) *Health Academy 2 Med Bio(P) Biology(HP) Physiology(P) Biology (AP) Physiology (HP) Chemistry(P) BioChemistry(HP) Env.Science (AP) Physics (P,AP) Recommended Course Prerequisites 60th percentile state reading test and concurrent enrollement in Algebra 1 or higher 60th percentile state reading test and concurrent enrollement in Algebra 1 or higher and teacher receommendation C in Biology Bin Bio(P) or Med Bio(P), or C in Biology (HP) C in Biology and Chemistry Concurrent Enrollement in Geometry or higher C in Biology and Chemistry C in Biology, and C in a Physical Science(Chemistry or Earth Science) Concurrent Enrollement in Algebra 2 or higher

44 WORLD LANGUAGES Graduation Requirements: 10 credits in world languages or fine arts. Any world languages class is among those which may be used to fulfill this requirement FRENCH I (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None for grades Grade 9, B or better in 8th grade English recommended This course provides an introduction to the French language and the culture of French-speaking people. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are included FRENCH II (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in French I recommended Conversation, communication, and composition are emphasized in this course, which focuses on grammar and vocabulary. The class is conducted in both English and French FRENCH III (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in French II recommended Students are introduced to literature and more sophisticated vocabulary. Grammar and composition are reviewed and emphasized. Dialogues, videos, tapes, and oral presentations are included to further speaking and listening skills. The class is conducted mostly in French. Students read their first short novel FRENCH III (H) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: B in French II recommended The curriculum is similar to that in French III (P), but is more challenging and rigorous. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards SPANISH I (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: None for grades 9-12 This course provides an introduction to the language, culture, geography, and lifestyles of people throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Emphasis is on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills which provide the foundation for the following years of world languages study SPANISH II (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Spanish I recommended In this course, students continue to expand their Spanish-language skills in the areas of grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking. 41

45 SPANISH III (H) Grade level: Year Prerequisites: B or better in Spanish II recommended This course emphasizes the vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, writing and aural skills necessary for Spanish 4 (AP). The ability to think and respond in the language is stressed along with increased oral and written expression. The class is conducted mainly in Spanish. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by state gifted standards SPANISH III (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Spanish II recommended This course places a strong emphasis on advanced grammar, the acquisition of sophisticated vocabulary, and the ability to communicate fluently in Spanish. The class consists of reading, speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and synthesis of previously learned concepts SPANISH LANGUAGE (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisites: B or better in Spanish III (P), Spanish III (H) or Advanced Spanish for Spanish Speakers and/or appropriate score on placement test recommended This course focuses on the refinement of all skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in order to improve students abilities in these areas and prepare them to succeed on the AP exam. The class requires lengthy homework assignments, frequent compositions and presentations, the addition of much new vocabulary, and oral participation. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program. Class will be conducted in Spanish SPANISH LITERATURE (AP) Grade level: Year Prerequisites: B or better in Advanced Spanish for Spanish Speakers or Spanish Language (AP) or equivalent recommended This course covers selected authors and works from the literature of Spain and Latin America. Focus is on the understanding and analysis of literary texts. The course prepares students to understand lectures and participate in discussions conducted in Spanish, do close reading of Spanish texts of all genres, and analyze both orally and in writing the form and content of works, including poetry. Instruction is differentiated in order to provide the depth, complexity, novelty, and pacing required by State gifted standards and to prepare students for the Advanced Placement program. 42

46 3181 SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS 1 (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test Students who already speak and understand Spanish will develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in their native language. The course provides a more formal command of the native language, a higher level of proficiency in communication, and an appreciation of the native culture and social heritage SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS 2 (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Beginning Spanish for Spanish Speakers and/or appropriate score on placement test recommended In this course, students continue to develop and enhance listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in their native language. Critical thinking skills and appreciation of the native culture also are emphasized SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS 3 (P) Grade level: Year Prerequisite: C or better in Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers appropriate score on placement test recommended In this course, students refine listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in their native language. Critical thinking and in-depth study of the native culture also are important parts of the curriculum. Seniors and others who have completed two years of Spanish study may take the AP test if recommended by their teacher. 43

47 OTHER CLASSES 8106 OFFICE AIDE (PRINCIPAL) OFFICE AIDE (ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS) 8174 TEACHER AIDE NURSE AIDE Grade level: Semester Prerequisite: Consent of the supervising staff member A student may elect to work in several areas on campus as an aide. Regular and consistent attendance is required and confidentiality is expected. Students must obtain written permission of the staff member for whom they will be working before registering as an aide. Teachers are limited to one aide per day. A maximum of 10 aide credits may be applied towards graduation PEER ADVISOR Grade level: Year Prerequisite: Instructor s consent Students, who are designated and trained, help fellow students in the areas of personal, social, and academic growth. SUMMER SCHOOL Summer school course offerings are published each spring by the counseling office and will vary based on students needs and teacher availability. 44

48 SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE SPECIALIST PROGRAM Grade level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Student Study Team assessment and admittance to the program This program offers alternative courses in math, English language arts, social science, science, and study skills. The courses are taught by resource specialists to students who qualify for the program, according to state guidelines. Students earn 5 credits per course per semester. The student is assisted in identifying his/her learning style and choosing the best compensatory strategies to use when facing learning challenges. While special classes are offered, the emphasis of the program is on helping the student learn self-advocacy strategies and assisting him/her in mainstreamed classes. Work experience is offered to 11th and 12th-graders who participate in the Workability Program. Students may earn 5 credits per semester. LEARNING HANDICAPPED SELF-CONTAINED CLASS Grade level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Student Study Team assessment and admittance to the program This program is designed for students with identified learning difficulties. Students spend the majority of the school day within the department where remedial help is offered in science, math, social studies, study skills and language arts. Students earn 5 credits per semester per course. Students are mainstreamed when appropriate. Modifications in both the regular and the special curriculum may be made as necessary. SEVERELY HANDICAPPED SPECIAL DAY CLASS Grade level: 9-12 This is a class for students with severe disabilities. Students must be placed through the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education. Curriculum emphasizes increasing students independence in the areas of domestic, recreational/leisure, community, and vocational skills. All students in the program receive supported integration in at least one mainstream class and campus activities. FUNCTIONAL SKILLS SPECIAL DAY CLASS Grade level: 9-12 This is a class for students with moderate handicaps. Curriculum emphasizes preparation for life and work after students leave the public school system. Instruction is offered on and off campus in areas of domestic, self-help- vocational/work, community, and functional/life skills. Assistance is given the student in integrating into the school and community. 45

49 SEVERELY HANDICAPPED SPECIAL DAY CLASS Grade level: 9-12 This is a class for students with severe disabilities. Students must be placed through the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education. Curriculum emphasizes increasing students independence in the areas of domestic, recreational/leisure, community, and vocational skills. All students in the program receive supported integration in at least one mainstream class and campus activities. FUNCTIONAL SKILLS SPECIAL DAY CLASS Grade level: 9-12 This is a class for students with moderate handicaps. Curriculum emphasizes preparation for life and work after students leave the public school system. Instruction is offered on and off campus in areas of domestic, self-help, vocational/work, community, and functional/life skills. Assistance is given the student in integrating into the school and community. 46

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