Ann Arbor Public Schools Grades Student Services Guide. Huron Pioneer Skyline. Program of Studies

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1 Ann Arbor Public Schools Community Clemente Stone Student Services Guide Grades 9-12 Huron Pioneer Skyline Program of Studies

2 ANN ARBOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION Susan Baskett, Simone Lightfoot, [email protected] Debra Mexicotte, [email protected] Glenn Nelson, [email protected] Irene Patalan, [email protected] Christine Stead, [email protected] Andy Thomas, [email protected] OFFICERS Debra Mexicotte, President Susan Baskett, Vice President Andy Thomas, Secretary Irene Patalan, Treasurer SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Robert Allen Superintendent [email protected] SUPERINTENDENT'S CABINET Lee Ann Dickinson-Kelley Deputy Superintendent for Instruction [email protected] Liz Nowland-Margolis Director of Communications [email protected] David Comsa Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & Legal Services [email protected] Sara Aeschbach Director of Community Services [email protected] MISSION The mission of the Ann Arbor Public Schools, a world-class system of innovative teaching and learning, is to ensure each student realizes his or her aspirations while advancing the common good through a community dynamic distinguished by:! Personalized learning that is curiosity driven, student directed, teacher inspired! Challenging and provocative curriculum! Individualized and group creative expression! The nurturing of the human spirit! Culturally congruent instruction! Forging alliances with families and communities We believe that... heritage shapes individual identity. all people have the right to learn without limits. a person s achievement can not be predetermined. we are strongest when working together. everyone can make a valuable contribution to society. environmental stewardship is our moral obligation. the dignity of each person deserves respect. racism is destructive. communication leads to understanding, understanding fosters relationships, and community is built on those relationships. we first create in ourselves what we seek to create in the world. all people deserve to live in a healthy, safe environment. diversity enriches a community. individual potential deserves fulfillment. all people have the innate desire for creative expression STRATEGIC GOALS " We will create a complete educational program featuring personalized learning that realizes student aspirations and meets international standards. " We will develop and implement a personalized learning plan for each student. " We will actualize the potential for excellence in all students through inspiration and support. " We will ensure meaningful learning through effective teaching. " We will implement a system to ensure continuous development of staff capacity " We will inform and engender trust and support from our constituents to accomplish our mission and objectives. " We will create and maintain physical learning environments that enable us to fulfill our mission. " We will ensure resources adequate to accomplish our mission and objectives. Joyce Hunter Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education [email protected] Dr. Elaine Brown Assistant Superintendent for Student Intervention & Support [email protected] Ruth Williams Interim Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education [email protected] Randy Trent Executive Director of Physical Properties [email protected]

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PART ONE High School Contact Information...1 Pathways: Connecting Beyond the Classroom Introduction... 2 Resources and Opportunities/Requirements...3 Career Pathways and Related Course Work...4 PART TWO Policy and Support Information Graduation Requirements...10 Implementation of Graduation Requirements...11 Generic Four Year Plan Worksheet...15 NCAA Information...16 Guidance and Counseling Program...17 Community Resource Educational Program...18 Adult Education...19 Cooperative Occupational Education Program (C.O.E.)...19 English as a Second Language Advanced Career and Technical Education...20 Special Education Services...21 Standardized Testing...21 Michigan Merit Exam and Michigan Scholarship Information...22 Kappa Alpha Psi College Fair AA College and Career Fair...22 Definitions and Explanations Dual Enrollment Post Secondary Enrollment Options Act...24 Split Enrollment...24 Testing Out Michigan Merit Personal Curriculum...25 PART THREE Huron, Pioneer and Skyline High School s Course Descriptions Art...28 Business Services Technology Career & Technical Education English Language Arts...59 Health & Wellness...76 Mathematics...78 Music Physical Education...97 Science Social Studies Visual Performing Arts World Languages Miscellaneous Online Courses (ALL HIGH SCHOOLS) Skyline High School s Magnet Program Course Descriptions Business, Marketing & Information Technology Communication, Public Policy & Media Design Technology & Environmental Planning Health & Medicine PART FOUR Alternative Schools Community High School Course Descriptions Roberto Clemente Student Development Center Course Descriptions Ann Arbor Technical High School (Stone H.S.) Course Descriptions...221

4 Ann Arbor High Schools Building Principal/Dean, Guidance & Counseling, and Career Resource Center Contact Information Huron High School 2727 Fuller Road (734) Web Site: Principal: Arthur L. Williams, PhD Counselor Phone # Esther Caudle [email protected] Denise Eaddy-Richardson [email protected] Rashonda Jamerson [email protected] Nicole Nunlee [email protected] Stephannie Ruzicka [email protected] Robyn Kimmey Watson [email protected] Brian Williams [email protected] Ivory Wright [email protected] Pioneer High School 601 West Stadium Boulevard (734) Web Site: Principal: Michael White [email protected] Counselor Phone # Stephanie Carter [email protected] Colleen Creal [email protected] Freda Didlake [email protected] Victor Kennerly [email protected] Kimberly Pennington [email protected] Ellen Sapper [email protected] Evelyn Tolson [email protected] Sara Vance [email protected] Tyrone Weeks [email protected] Joyce Williams (Career Resource Center) [email protected] Skyline High School 2552 North Maple Road (734) Web Site: Principal: Sulura W. Jackson [email protected] Counselor Phone # Ronald Fear [email protected] Benjamin Graham [email protected] Krista McKinney-King [email protected] Amy McLoughlin [email protected] Heather Schimmel [email protected] Claudia Siewert [email protected] Community High School 401 North Division (734) Web Site: Dean: Peter Ways [email protected] Counselor Phone # John Boshoven [email protected] Diane Grant [email protected] Roberto Clemente Student Development Center 4377 Textile Road, Ypsilanti (734) Web Site: Principal: Dr. Benjamin Edmondson [email protected] Stone High School 2800 Stone School Road (734) Web Site: Principal: Sheila Brown [email protected] Counselor Phone # Wendy Reinhardt [email protected] Daphne Slater [email protected] 1

5 2 PATHWAYS: Connecting Beyond the Classroom Don t ask me what I want to be until you show me what there is to be. Dear Students, As you look into the future and begin thinking about a career, you probably have more questions than answers. Which professions match your skills and interests? How can you learn more about particular fields? Which high school courses best prepare you for the profession you choose? Fortunately, there are many sources of answers to your career-planning questions. As you begin to identify your interests and abilities, your teachers and counselors can recommend an appropriate educational plan. The AAPS Student Services Guide can provide detailed information about specific courses. As you progress in your planning, work with your counselor and the Career Center for career and college resources. The following Career Pathway information is an excellent tool for planning and decision making. Based on the model used by the Michigan Career Preparation System, the guide charts six career paths and describes the high school courses that lead to the career destination you choose. We urge you to use specific course information in the Student Services Guide and the Recommended/Related Electives from the Career Pathway pages to individualize your four-year plan. Many of the career paths look similar in the selection of courses for 9 th and 10 th grade, and changes from one pathway to another may be necessary as experiences develop and interests change. We also encourage you to select courses that will academically challenge you and spark your interest. Take advantage of the many resources and opportunities outlined in this guide. Best wishes for a successful school experience. Robert Allen Superintendent Ann Arbor Public Schools Arts and Communication Business, Management, Marketing and Technology Engineering/Manufacturing and Industrial Technology Health Sciences Human Services Environmental Science

6 PATHWAYS: Connecting Beyond the Classroom RESOURCES OPPORTUNITIES/REQUIREMENTS Counselors can direct you to a wealth of information, references, and resource material. They are also skilled in counseling for decision-making and exploring career options. Teachers, Media Specialists, Teacher Consultants and Job Placement Coordinators are valuable resources for students. Other parents, friends, and co-workers can share experiences and information to help you select a career path. Career Cruising, a comprehensive career development program, is available on-line in to assist you with career awareness and planning, including training options and information on colleges and universities. Informational programs are held throughout the year at your high school, at local colleges, and at technical schools. World Wide Web is available for all areas of career exploration. See your counselor, teachers, media specialists or career resource center for lists of current web sites. EDP Michigan High School Guidance Curriculum requires every student to do an Educated Development Plan. ACT and/or SAT are tests required for college entrance. Most colleges in Michigan require ACT or SAT and juniors are encouraged to take them in the spring. The ACT is also the qualifying test for the Michigan Competitive Scholarship Program. Plan is a sophomore version of the ACT. Advanced Placement, sponsored by the College Board, provides examinations each spring. If the student scores well enough on the exam, he or she may earn college credit. Articulation Agreements with other institutions of higher education are available in career and technical education classes. This means that upon successful completion of the class requirements, college credit may be earned for this high school class. Contact your Cooperative Education Office (COE) or counselor for more information. Career Assessment Opportunities are available through the counselors, media center, teachers, and teacher consultants. Students explore their interests and abilities. Community Service can provide important social and employment skills which are recognized by potential employers. The completion of the EDP includes a career assessment. Students can find opportunities through a variety of school courses and organizations. Testing Out is offered to students for any AAPS high school courses, with the exception of physical education. Community Resource Contracts allow students to earn credit in a variety of community settings. Dual Enrollment is a program where students can take college classes and receive both high school and college credit for qualifying upperclassmen. See your counselor for specific details. Job Shadowing is provided in cooperation with local businesses. Job shadowing is a short-term experience arranged through a cooperative education director or school counselor. It provides an opportunity to explore a career of the student s choice. PSAT/NMSQT is a practice test for the SAT offered by the College Board in October of the junior year. It is also the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Registration is in late September at the Main Office. Work Experience is paid work experience for credit. This is not related to any particular class or career choice. Contact the Cooperative Education Office (COE). Cooperative Occupational Education (COE) is paid work experience for credit. Students enrolled in COE must also be enrolled in the associated Business or Vocational Class. 3

7 4 ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Careers in this path are related to the humanities and to the performing, visual, literary and media arts. These programs include creative writing, film production, journalism, education, radio and television broadcasting, advertising and public relations. SAMPLE CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE! Composer! Dancer! Floral designer! Fashion model! Hair stylist! Pop Bands / Musicians! Sign painter 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9! Artist! Camera operator! Commercial artist! Fashion designer! Film producer! Graphic designer! Jeweler! Photographer! Radio /TV broadcaster! Web Page Designer MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN Each student must take six credits per year 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies 10 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES 11 th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics! Advertising! Author / Editor! Commercial artist! Journalist! Language interpreter! Musician/Composer! Musical therapist! Singer/Dancer! Teacher / Professor! TV production / director 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Fine Arts 1.0 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education 1 credit RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES Acting Advertising and Design Art and Design Ceramics and Sculpture Computer Education Computer Aided Drafting Choral Music Creative Writing Culinary Arts Desktop Publishing Drafting 1, 2, 3 Drawing/ Painting/ Printmaking Film as Literature Foreign Language Graphic Communications Guitar / Voice / Piano Hospitality and Management Humanities Information Technology Interior Design Engineering / Physical Tech. Instrumental Music Journalism Marketing Music Theory Peer Facilitating Photography Psychology Speech / Drama Television & Radio Production Web Page Design I and II

8 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND TECHNOLOGY Careers in this path are related to the business environment. These may include entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, hospitality and tourism, computer information system, finance, accounting, office administrations, personnel, economics and management.. BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! Administrative Support! Bank Teller! Bookkeeper! Data Entry Clerk! Business Owner/Entrepreneur! Catering/Food Service! Insurance Agent! Retail Salesperson! Travel Agent! Web Page Designer! Video Game Designer 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES SAMPLE CAREERS SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE! Administrative Assistant! Building Manager! Court reporter! Business Owner/Entrepreneur! Fashion Merchandising! Financial Manager! Hotel Management! Medical Transcriptions! Real Estate Sales! Retail Store Management! Web Page Designer MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN Each student must take six credits per year 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics Fine Arts 1/2 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education - 1 credit RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE! Advertising Executive! Accountant! Business Teacher/Professor! Business Owner/Entrepreneur! Computer Info/Systems! Computer Science! Human Resource Management! Loan Officer / Banking! Public Relations/ Negotiator! Real Estate Management! Stock Broker 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective Computerized Accounting I, II Marketing Web Page Design I & II Business Principles and Management Economics Interpersonal Relations Computer Applications I, II Desktop Publishing Word Processing Money Management Business Technology Foreign Language Nutrition and Foods Data Processing/ VBProgramming Entrepreneurship Business Applications Notetaking/Study Skills Business COE Marketing COE Information Technology Marketing Sports Marketing I & II 5

9 6 ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY Careers in this path are related to technologies necessary to design, develop, install, and maintain physical systems. These include engineering, manufacturing, construction, service and related technologies. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! Auto Body Technician! Carpenter! Climate Control Mechanic! Custodian! Machine Tool Setter! Roofer! Security System Installer! Welder 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9 SAMPLE CAREERS SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE! Auto Repair Technician! Construction Technician! Computer Aided Designer! Heating & Cooling Systems Technician! Industrial Electronics Tech.! Pipe Fitter! Surveyor Technician! Air Traffic Controller MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN Each student must take six credits per year 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies 10 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES 11 th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics Fine Arts 1/2 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education - 1 credit Computer Education Know Your Auto Auto Service Tech. 1,2 Small Engine Services Drafting 1,2,3 Architectural Drafting Computer Aided Drafting Physical Technology Earth Science Engineering Design RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES Information Technology Bio-related Technology Basic Electronics Graphics Communications 1,2,VOC Metal Technology 1,2 Homebuilding Machine Tool Technology Production Arts and Design nn BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE! Architect! Automotive Engineer! Chemical Engineer! Computer Analyst! Computer Programmer! Construction Management! Mechanical Engineer! Geographer 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective Foreign Language Computer Science 1,2 Computer Programming Calculus Math Analysis 1,2 Chemistry (Regular, AP) Physics (Regular, AP) Sculpture/ Art and Design Statistics ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

10 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Careers in this path are related to agriculture, the environment and natural resources. The careers in this program include agriculture, earth science, environmental sciences, fisheries management, forestry, horticulture, and wildlife management. SAMPLE CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE! Animal Caretaker! Farm Worker! Florist! Fruit & Vegetable Farmer! Landscaper! Pest Controller! Recreation Worker 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9! Farm Manager! Forestry Technician! Golf Course Manager! Horticulturist! Landscape Design Assistant! Nursery Worker! Retail Floral Salesperson MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN Each student must take six credits per year 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies 10 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES 11 th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics! Agricultural Engineer! Botanist! Chemist! Conservation Officer! Horticulturist! Landscape Architect! Marine Biologist! Naturalist! Oceanographer! Park Ranger! Teacher / Professor 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective Fine Arts -- 1/2 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education 1 credit RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES Computer Accounting I, II Bio-Related Technology Argumentation/Debate Foreign Language Biology (AP) Business Technology Chemistry (Regular / AP) Environmental Science Marketing Statistics Money Management 7

11 8 HEALTH SCIENCES Careers in this path are related to the promotion of health and treatment of disease. These careers entail research, prevention, treatment and related health technologies. The careers in this program include medicine, dentistry, nursing, therapy, rehabilitation, nutrition, fitness, hygiene and teaching. SAMPLE CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE! Clinical Assistant! Dental Assistant! Dietary Aide! Home Health Aide! Medical Office Clerk! Nurses Aide! Orderly! Dental Hygienist! Emergency Medical Technician! Licensed Practical Nurse! Medical Technician! Occupational Therapy Assistant! Personal Fitness Trainer! Pharmacy Technician! Veterinary Technician! Respiratory Therapist! MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN PLAmPPPLAN Each student must take six credits per year! Athletic Trainer! Chemist! Chiropractor! Dentist! Teacher! Registered Nurse! Pharmacist! Physician! Physical Therapist! Veterinarian HEALTH SCIENCES 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES Fine Arts - 1/2 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education 1 credit RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES Biology (AP) Bio-Related Technology Chemistry Foreign Language Physiology Health Occupations Interpersonal Relations Nutrition and Foods Chemistry AP Speech and Communication Peer Facilitating Health Sciences/Technology Positive Peer Influence Psychology Sports Medicine 1, 2 Computer Education

12 HUMAN SERVICES Careers in this path are related to economic, political and social systems. These programs include education, government, law and law enforcement, leisure and recreation, military, religion, childcare, social services and personal services. SAMPLE CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATE OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR ABOVE HUMAN SERVICES! Beauty Consultant! Child and Family Services! Child Care! Fireman! Flight Attendant! Food and Beverage Services! Security Guard 9 th Grade: Required: English 9 Algebra I Biology Social Studies 9! Chef! Civil Service! Cosmetologist! Crime Laboratory Technician! Legal Assistant MODEL FOUR YEAR PLAN Each student must take six credits per year 10 th Grade: Required: English 10 Geometry Science Social Studies 10 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CLASSES 11 th Grade: Required: American History Algebra II English II Chemistry or Physics! Lawyer! Librarian! Police Officer! Police Detective! Public Service! Psychologist! Social Worker! Teacher 12 th Grade: Required: English Math Elective Fine Arts 1/2 credit Health 1/2 credit Physical Education - 1 credit RECOMMENDED / RELATED ELECTIVES Psychology Current History Interpersonal Relations Economics Positive Peer Influence Bio-Related Technology Peer Facilitating Foreign Language Humanities African American Humanities Cosmetology Nutrition and Foods Interior Design Parenting/Child Development Hospitality and Management Culinary Arts Television and Radio Production Acting 1,2 Creative Writing 1,2 Film as Literature Computer Applications I and II Journalism Internship/ Community Resource 9

13 10 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Required Areas of Study Each student must earn 16.5 credits distributed among the required areas of study as specified below: Total Specifics Arts 1.0 Visual, performing and applied arts 1.0 English Language Arts 4.0 English 9 (Gr. 9) English 10 (Gr. 10) English electives (Gr. 11) English electives (Gr. 12) Health 0.5 Health & Wellness (Gr ) 0.5 Mathematics 4.0 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Mathematics elective (Gr. 12) Physical Education 1.0 Personal Fitness (Gr. 9-12) *Physical Education elective (Gr. 9-12) Science 3.0 Biology Chemistry or Physics Science elective Social Studies 3.0 World History & Geography United States History & Geography United States Government Economics Online Online course experience (documentation of 20 hours) *Students may waive the physical education elective requirement of one-half unit of credit with one of the following options: The grade-level requirements contained in this policy shall not apply to Community High School or to the Roberto Clemente Student Development Center. Due to the unique nature of these alternative schools, the sequence of courses in the curriculum may vary. However, the curriculum of these schools must be directed toward student acquisition of the State s High School Content Expectations and fulfillment of the established graduation requirements. 2. Total Credits Each student shall be required to earn a total of at least 22 credits. 3. Requirements for Foreign Exchange International exchange students who qualify for senior status and desire a diploma from the Ann Arbor Public School district must earn 4.0 credits distributed as follows: American Literature (0.5) Additional English Elective (0.5) United States Government (0.5) 4. Requirements for Transfer Students United States History (1.0) Additional electives (1.5) Transfer students must meet the Ann Arbor Public Schools graduation requirements and must earn at least 4.0 units of credit in an Ann Arbor Public School. 5. Michigan Merit Exam Participation in the Michigan Merit Exam is required for graduation from the Ann Arbor Public Schools. The test is offered in the Spring of 11 th grade. Students who do not have a valid score from 11 th grade have another opportunity to take the exam in the 12 th grade. a. successful participation in one interscholastic sport; b. participation in a cheerleading squad for one inter-scholastic season; c. successful participation in two seasons as a member of the Symphony Band marching program, or successful participation in one season of the Symphony Band marching program and two seasons of the Concert Band marching program. A waiver of one term of required physical education shall not be construed as reducing the total number of credits needed for graduation as specified in this policy.

14 IMPLEMENTATION OF GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 1. VISUAL, PERFORMING & APPLIED ARTS Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the visual, performing & applied arts requirements. Career & Technology Education Cosmetology Drafting I, II Drafting, Architectural Drafting, Computer Aided I, II, III Graphic Communications I, II Graphic Communications, Advanced Homebuilding Hospitality Today Interior Design Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Metal Technology, Physical Foods Interior Design Web Page Design I & II Dance Dance Theater Acting I, II Theater I Theater Design I, II Theater, Musical Music All Music Courses Visual Arts All Art Courses 2. ENGLISH 9 Each student must earn one credit in 9th Grade English. Credit earned in English 9 or English 9 Intensive may be applied toward the one credit English 9 requirement. CHS students, please see CHS section of the guide. 3. ENGLISH 10 Each student must earn one credit in 10th Grade English. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the one credit English 10 requirement. CHS students, please see CHS section of the guide. English 10/English 10 Intensive Humanities, African-American English AC 4. LITERATURE During grades 11 12, each student must earn at least two credits in English. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the one credit literature requirement. CHS students, see CHS section of the guide. All Literature Courses English AC English Literature & Composition, AP Film I, Literature as Film II Humanities, African-American Literature AC Humanities, Literature AC 5. ADDITIONAL ENGLISH Each student must earn additional credit in English. This course may be a non-literature elective, but may not be any speech course. Writing for Publication: Newspaper or Writing for Publication: Yearbook. NOTE: Students may use a combination of two of the following business services technology courses to satisfy the of elective English Language Arts graduation requirement. Business courses may not be used to satisfy the literature requirement. Business Courses Business Technology I Business Applications May Be Substituted for 1/4 unit of English Elective 1/4 unit of English Elective 6. CTE COURSES Students are permitted to use the following courses to meet graduation requirements: Web Page Design I (Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design) APPLIED ART CREDIT (.5) Web Page Design II (Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design) APPLIED ART CREDIT (.5) Marketing ENGLISH CREDIT (.5 credit for completing both semesters) Marketing ECONOMIC CREDIT (.5 credit for completing both semesters) Accounting I Math Related (4 th year of math) --.5 Credit Accounting II Math Related (4 th year of math) --.5 Credit 11

15 12 7. HEALTH Each student must earn one-half credit in Health & Wellness. 8. MATHEMATICS Each student must earn required credits in mathematics. The student must take a math or math-related course in the senior year. Computerized accounting 1, 2 and Computerized science 1 & 2 Money Management/Personal Finance I & II 9. ALGEBRA I Each student must earn one credit in first-year algebra. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Students must pass the final common assessment for the course. NOTE: Students may earn Algebra I credit, if successfully completed, in middle school and will be reflected on the high school transcript. Algebra I Algebra I - 1/3, 2/3, 3/3 (combined) Algebra I 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 (combined) 10. GEOMETRY Each student must earn one credit in Geometry. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Students must pass the final common assessment for the course. Geometry Geometry AC Geometry - 1/3, 2/3, 3/3 (combined) 11. ALGEBRA II Each student must earn one credit in Algebra II. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Students must pass the final common assessment for the course. Algebra II Algebra II AC Algebra II - 1/3, 2/3, 3/3 (combined) Algebra II 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 (combined) 12. PHYSICAL EDUCATION Each student must earn one credit in physical education; one-half of that credit must be in the required Personal Fitness course. The other one-half of that credit must be in a physical education elective. A dance course may be used to meet the physical education elective requirement or the arts requirement, but not both. NOTE: See #21 regarding waivers. 13. BIOLOGY Each student must earn one credit in Biology. Students must pass the final common assessment for the course. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Biology Biology 1/3, 2/3, 3/3 (combined) Biology, AP Science, Integrated I & II 14. CHEMISTRY OR PHYSICS Each student must earn one credit in chemistry or physics. Students must pass the final common assessment for the course. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Chemistry Chemistry: Sustainable/Green Chemistry, Advanced: Sustainable/Green Chemistry, AP Science, Integrated I & II Physics Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics, Conceptual 15. ADDITIONAL SCIENCE Each student must earn additional credit in science. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Biology, AP Earth Science Ecology & Resource Management Geophysical Science Geophysical Science AC Physics Physics, AP Physics, Conceptual A physics course may be used to meet the physics requirement or the additional science requirement, but not both. 16. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Each student must earn one-half credit in United States Government. Government, U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. AP Civics & Economics, Real World I 17. WORLD HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY Each student must earn credit in World History & Geography. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. History & Geography, World History & Geography, World-Early History & Geography, World-Modern History & Geography, World - Survey

16 18. UNITED STATES HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY Each student must earn one credit in United States History & Geography. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. s. History, American Studies AC History, U.S. AP History, U.S. Minority Perspective History & Geography, U.S. Humanities, African-American History AC 19. ECONOMICS Each student must earn one-half credit in economics. Credit earned in any of the following courses may be applied toward the requirement. Civics & Economics, Real World II Marketing (Full Year) Economics Economics, Global 20. ONLINE COURSE EXPERIENCE Each student must document their online experience of at least 20 hours in core academic courses or in online courses. Online classes: The class is delivered 100% entirely online. A fact-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. Blended classes: The class is a blend of face-to-face classroom instruction and online instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during scheduled class time and work both with the instructor both in person and in the virtual environment. Note about math courses: - The online and blended math courses are self-paced and use mastery learning instructional and assessment methods. Using web-based intelligent software, students receive math explanations and practice problems from the course objectives. They are given periodic assessments where they demonstrate mastery. The face-to-face, direct instruction uses a holistic approach where students can see where math objectives fit into the larger picture. - The 100% online class is most successful with students who very confident in their math skills and wish to advance a level in math by completing a full-year course in one semester or during the summer. - The blended class can be successful with students who have difficulties performing well on tests even though they attend class and complete homework assignments. The weekly cumulative assessments provide needed memory and math skill practice. 21. WAIVERS In order to maintain rigorous academic standards while assuring responsiveness to the needs of students for flexibility in meeting Ann Arbor s curricular requirements, the Ann Arbor Board of Education affirms its support for a process to review and grant waivers from the required curriculum in the middle and high schools. The objectives of some required courses may be met through successful completion of certain courses in other departments. Students may waive the physical education elective requirement of one-half unit of credit with one of the following options: a. successful participation in one interscholastic sport; b. participation in a cheerleading squad for one inter-scholastic season; c. successful participation in two seasons as a member of the Symphony Band marching program, or successful participation in one season of the Symphony Band marching program and two seasons of the Concert Band marching program. A waiver of one term of required physical education shall not be construed as reducing the total number of credits needed for graduation as specified in this policy. If a student is granted a permanent medical waiver, he/she must take Sports Medicine. 1. Community Resource Program. A student and parent may develop and submit a plan to the Principal or designee to waive a graduation requirement by engaging in activities that meet the educational intent of the required course. 2. Mastery of Course Outcomes. Students may request a waiver of a course required for graduation if they are able to demonstrate mastery of the outcomes of the course. Examples of ways in which students may demonstrate mastery are successful completion of the course final exam, (cont d) 13

17 14 and/or successful completion of an oral examination, or submission of a written project, testing out or portfolio demonstrating mastery. In every case, a plan must be prepared and submitted to the Principal or designee of the home school for review and approval prior to proceeding with the activity. 3. Legal Requirements. Consistent with guidelines from the State Board of Education and Public Act 226 (1977), parents have a right to excuse their child, without penalty, from participating in the reproductive health portion of the Health & Wellness course. Parents wishing to exercise this option need only submit a written request to the appropriate school administrator. Courses which are required by state legislation or the State Board of Education (i.e. American Government) may not be waived.

18 GENERIC FOUR YEAR PLAN WORKSHEET Each school will provide a more detailed worksheet for you to complete Goals are essential to planning your career. They serve as a road map, giving you a destination and a route. With a concrete path, you will be able plan for and achieve the career of your choice. There is no better time to plan for your future than now. To help you along the way, complete the four-year high school plan using graduation requirements and electives that support your career pathway. Include work-related experience in your plan. As you gain new experiences, you may find the need to revise your plan. Remember that this plan should reflect your interests and abilities and should be INDIVIDUALIZED TO MEET YOUR NEEDS. 1 st TERM * 7* Grade 9 1 st TERM * 7* Grade 10 1 st TERM * 7* Grade 11 1 st TERM * 7* 2 nd TERM 2 nd TERM 2 nd TERM 2 nd TERM * 7* * 7* * 7* * 7* 3 rd TERM* 3 rd TERM* 3 rd TERM* 3 rd TERM* *where applicable SUMMARY OF REQUIRED COURSES DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS 2011 & Beyond 2011 & Beyond 2011 & Beyond 1.0 Arts 1.0 Algebra I 1.0 Biology 1.0 English (Gr. 9) 1.0 Algebra II 1.0 Chemistry or Physics 1.0 English (Gr. 10) 1.0 Geometry 1.0 Science elective 1.0 English (Gr. 11) 1.0 Mathematics elective (Gr. 12) 0.5 United States Government 1.0 English (Gr. 12) 0.5 Personal Fitness 1.0* United States History (& Geography*) 0.5 Health 0.5 Physical Education elective 1.0 World History & Geography 0.5 Economics Grade 12 15

19 16 NCAA INFORMATION Academic eligibility must be established prior to graduation, Once the student has graduated, it is not possible to go back and change the course(s). Need NCAA Information? Go to Career Center for NCAA Guide or follow these steps on the Web: go to ncaa.org click on Academics & Athletes click on Eligibility & Recruiting click on Eligibility Center click on prospective Student-Athletes click on List of Approved Courses enter your school code: Community s code , Huron s code , Pioneer s code , Roberto Clemente s code , Skyline s code TBD, Stone s code click on SUBMIT at bottom not LOOKUP CODE at top GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM Mission Statement: The Ann Arbor Public School system believes that a quality comprehensive guidance and counseling program is an integral part of the total education program. The Ann Arbor Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program assures that all students will acquire and demonstrate competencies in the areas of knowledge of self and others, educational planning, and career exploration and development. Mastery of the outcomes of the Ann Arbor Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program will empower students to learn to learn, learn to work and learn to live over a lifetime. The Ann Arbor Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program follows the standards of the Michigan Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program and the American School Counselor Association. High School Program Goals: At the high school level, the Comprehensive Guidance Program emphasizes assisting students as they face increasingly important decisions about their futures. The professional school counselor is a certified/licensed educator trained in school counseling with specific qualifications and skills to address all students academic, personal/social and career development needs. The professional school counselor collaborates with students, parents, teachers, administrators, student services personnel, and support staff to develop solutions to enhance student achievement. All activities included in our school counseling program fit into one of the four components of the Ann Arbor Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program. The Guidance Curriculum component provides a vehicle to systematically deliver knowledge and skills to every student through classroom guidance activities. The Individual Student Planning component provides school counselors the opportunity to work closely with all students and their parents/guardians to plan, monitor, and manage their own learning as well as their personal and career development. The Responsive Services component responds to students immediate needs and concerns and includes individual and small group counseling, crisis intervention, referrals, and consultation with parents/guardians, teachers and other professional specialists. The Systems Support component enables the school counseling program to be effective through a variety of support activities including professional development, consultation, collaboration and teaming, and program management and operations. Systems support establishes, maintains and enhances the total guidance program. Please see the chart on the next page for examples of specific activities in each of the four components.

20 Four Components of a Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program Examples of Activities in Each Domain Guidance Curriculum Individual Student Planning Responsive Services Systems Support Provides guidance content in a systematic way to all students, K-12. Assists students in planning, monitoring, and managing their personal and career development. Addresses the immediate concerns and needs of students on a referral or selfinitiated basis. Includes program, staff, and school support activities and services. Purpose Purpose Purpose Purpose * Student awareness * Student educational and occupational * Prevention * Program delivery * Skill development planning * Intervention * Program support * Application of skills needed in * Decision making everyday life * Goal setting Areas Addressed May Include Areas Addressed May Include Areas Addressed May Include Areas Addressed May Include * Conflict resolution Educational * Academic concerns * Guidance program development * Personal safety * Acquisition of study skills * School-related concerns: * Parent education * Motivation to achieve * Awareness of educational opportunities tardiness * Teacher/administration consultation * Decision making, goal setting, * Appropriate course selection absences/truancy * Staff development for educators planning, and problem solving * Lifelong learning misbehavior * School improvement planning * Interpersonal effectiveness * Utilization of test data school phobia * Counselor professional development * Study skills drop-out prevention * Research and publishing * Appreciating diversity Career * Divorce * Community outreach * Peer resistance skills * Career awareness and exploration * Physical/sexual/emotional abuse * Public relations * Responsible behavior * Knowledge of vocational/technical * Grief/loss/death * District committees * Awareness of educational opportunities training * Substance abuse * Advisory councils * Knowledge of career/technical training * Positive work habits * Family issues * Sexuality issues * Coping with stress * Interpersonal relationships Counselor Role Counselor Role Counselor Role Counselor Role * Guidance curriculum implementation * Assessment * Individual and small group counseling * Program management through classroom lessons * Advisement * Consultation * Consultation * Structured groups * Placement * Referral * Coordinator * Consultation * Transitions 17

21 18 COMMUNITY RESOURCE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM The Community Resource Program offers alternative options to all AAPS secondary students. The program offers CR courses, online courses, and the Options Program (formerly known as the CR Extension program). The program offers students flexibility in how they earn high school credits by offering: Self-paced courses Specialized or in-depth experiences Flexibility in curriculum design Alternative educational settings CR COURSES A Community Resource (CR) course is a learning experience conducted by a member of the community who is an expert in their field of study. CR courses are designed to help students explore their community, enrich the curriculum, and meet individual needs through alternative methods. Any AAPS secondary student can earn credit toward graduation by taking CR courses. Students may study in a variety of community settings including colleges, universities, businesses, and social service agencies. A certified AAPS teacher, called a CR Monitor, monitors all CR courses. CR Monitors bring experts into the program through recruitment, but most students recruit their own experts. To volunteer your expertise or for more information, please contact the Community Resource office at any of these locations: Community High School Huron High School Pioneer High School , 8am 4pm M-F , 10:30am 12:30pm MW , 10am 12pm, TTH Note: Students at Skyline High School, Stone High School, or Roberto Clemente Student Development Center may contact the office at Community High School. How to enroll: complete a CR Application, which are available at the CR Office or online at ONLINE COURSES There are a variety of online courses that students may take through the CR Program. Students are required to attend an orientation session and have a minimum of two of their tests proctored. Below you will find the current offerings. However because the online offerings are continually changing, it is best to check with the CR Office for the latest information. Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Analysis: Self-paced, mastery learning option using a web-based software. An AAPS instructor teaches these classes. How to enroll: complete an online application. Michigan Virtual High School courses: There are a variety of courses offered in most subject areas. A student taking one of these classes will have a MVHS instructor and an AAPS CR Monitor. Visit their web site at to view the many classes. There are some classes that are not available for credit. Contact the CR office about specific classes. How to enroll: complete an Online Application, which are available at the CR Office or online at American Government: A blended online class that requires some face-toface attendance. This course uses a Moodle content management system and is taught by an AAPS instructor. This course is a Huron High School class. How to enroll: Huron students select this class during course selection. Students at other schools may split-schedule if there is space available. THE OPTIONS PROGRAM (formerly the Community Resource Extension (CRE) Program) The Options Program is a unique, alternative educational program that was established in 2003 for 9th through 12th graders. The Options Program serves students who have been previously home-schooled and wish to transition back to public school as well as students who are looking to develop their own individualized educational plan. Students may be selfreferred or referred by their counselor or administrator. Please contact the CR Office at your child s school if you are interested in enrolling in the Options Program. Once accepted into the program, the CR staff must interview the student, accompanied by his or her parents.

22 AAPS Options Program - Residents of Ann Arbor Public School District An AAPS Options Program student's course load may include Community Resource (CR) courses, split-scheduled courses at the student's geographical home school or Community High, dual-enrollment courses at a local university, or online courses. Students may participate in extracurricular activities at their geographic home school such as athletics. Regional Options Program - Residents of Washtenaw Intermediate School District, outside AAPS District A Regional Options Program student's course load may include Community Resource (CR) courses, dual-enrollment courses at a local university, or online courses. Students may not participate in extracurricular activities at any AAPS school. If a student s geographic home district agrees, they may participate in extracurricular activities at a school in their geographic home district. How To Enroll: Students residing in the Ann Arbor Public School district complete an enrollment packet. Enrollment packets are available in the general office at Community High School. Students, who do not reside in the Ann Arbor Public School district but do reside in the Washtenaw Intermediate School District, can apply for the Regional Options Program during the School of Choice window in August. Contact the CR Office or check the AAPS web site for specific dates and details. ADULT EDUCATION Telephone: AAPS Adult Education offers two programs of study for adults 18 and older in Ann Arbor and the surrounding communities. ESL (or English As A Second Language) classes are offered during the day at Stone High School for adults who wish to improve their English language skills. For adult learners who want to prepare to pass the GED test and earn the equivalent of a high school diploma, GED Preparation classes are offered during the day and in the evening. GED classes are at Stone and at Mallet s Creek Library, both on the AATA bus line. Experienced teachers who love working with adult learners teach all classes in comfortable, respectful learning environments. COOPERATIVE OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (C.O.E.) Students who are juniors and seniors have the opportunity to participate in the Cooperative Occupational Education Program (C.O.E.), which is designed to recognize the value of school-supervised work as a learning experience. Through paid employment in the community, students develop and accomplish the following objectives: Learn the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for a successful first job placement. Understand acceptable work practices, the importance of human relations skills and the realities of the costs of living. Build employment references and a proven on-the-job track record, which leads to full-time employment and/or the ability to finance the costs of further education. Make informed career choices based on an exploration of personal aptitudes and interests, which have been tested and defined by the realistic internship in the business world. Students are encouraged to consider the C.O.E. Program as early as tenth grade in order to plan an in-school classroom curriculum sequence, which prepares for the work experience. A school placement coordinator works with the student and his/her counselor to cooperatively develop an individualized plan to accomplish the goals of the student and of the program. Ann Arbor is a unique and fortunate community because of the number and variety of businesses willing to participate in providing community classrooms for high school students. Students enrolled in the C.O.E. Program work 15 to 20 hours per week under the supervision of the employer and the school coordinator. Students are paid and receive one full unit of credit each term. We offer three components of the Cooperative Occupational Education Program: 19

23 20 Marketing and Retailing Occupations: Entry-level career exploration of retail merchandising, sales management, marketing and related business practices (see detailed description under Business Services Education Department). Business/Office Occupations: Skills and attitudes for successful performance in the business/office setting the nerve center of every business and organization. (See detailed description under Business Education Department). Technical and Industrial Occupations: Includes placements related to: Auto Services, Food and Tourism Industry, Drafting, Graphic Communications, Engineering, Health Sciences, Home Building, Machine Tool Technology, Production Art and Design. ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE The English as a Second Language (ESL) in the Ann Arbor Public Schools includes three levels of service to help students become proficient in English. The primary level is instruction by a highly qualified ESL teacher in a classroom setting. Following Michigan English Language Proficiency Standards, ESL teachers teach students at their level of proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, & listening. The second tier of support comes from an ESL Teaching Assistant (TA) who is in the building on a weekly basis. This person primarily provides support to students in content area classes. The third tier of support is from bilingual tutors. The bilingual tutors help many of the lower level students understand content area instruction and material. All students who do not speak English as their first or primary language in the home and who are new to Michigan schools are given the Federally mandated Michigan English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) before their schedules are made. Based on test results, students are placed into the appropriate level ESL class(es). Parents or guardians who do not want their child, who qualifies for services in the ESL program, may decline services in writing. ADVANCED CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Advanced career and technical education programs are laboratory courses, which meet for a block of time. Instruction is related to the skills and practices for specific occupational areas. Students have an opportunity to discover their own interests and abilities, and to apply practical meaning to theoretical knowledge. Class work is highly individualized. Our goals are to assist students to acquire skills for entrylevel employment, to make informed career choices, and to help plan and finance further education. These programs are open to all high school students. Bus transportation between facilities is provided wherever necessary. There are prerequisites for some courses. Students are encouraged to talk with their counselors and a coordinator in the Cooperative Education Office at Huron or at Pioneer in order to plan a sequence of Career and Technical Education classes. Advanced career and technology education programs for the Ann Arbor Public Schools are: Architectural Drafting Auto Services Technology Business/Office C.O.E. Business Technology Cosmetology Electronics Engineering Graphic Communications Health Sciences Technology & Clinical Health Sciences C.O.E. Homebuilding Hospitality Today Marketing Marketing C.O.E. Machine Tool Technology Sports Marketing I & II Technical and Industrial C.O.E. Web Page Design I & II

24 SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES Special Education services for the Ann Arbor Public Schools are operated and administered through the Student Intervention and Support Services department, local buildings, and the Washtenaw Intermediate School District. Special Education is regulated by federal and state rules and regulations. Students may become eligible for services following a referral from the building Student Study Team (SST), leading to a full, individual, educational case study evaluation by the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET). If the student is found eligible for Special Education services, the Individual Educational Plan Committee (IEPC) determines the educational needs, level of service, required resulting in a free appropriate public education (FAPE), based on the least restrictive environment for each student. STANDARDIZED TESTING Check with your Counseling/Career Center for the test dates and/or check the following web sites: PLAN Simulation test for the ACT is given to all 10 th graders. PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test) Simulation tests (for practice only), open to all students. ACT (American College Testing Assessment) SAT I and II (Scholastic Assessment Test) AP (Advanced Placement Examinations) follows a national schedule by exam subject. MME (Michigan Merit Exam) participation required for graduation from the Ann Arbor Public Schools. ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Advanced placement courses are equivalent to college courses. A college level equivalent course is a course offered in high school, for which a pupil receives high school credit and is designed to prepare a pupil for a college level equivalent credit examination in a particular subject area. A college level equivalent credit examination is an examination that is administered by an independent testing service and used by colleges and universities generally to award post secondary credit for achievement of a particular score. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are part of the Ann Arbor high school curriculum in English, mathematics, science, foreign languages and social studies. High school students can earn college credits by taking a three-hour subject specific examination given each May according to a national schedule. Approximate cost is $ Any student may take the exam, but those persons most likely to earn a passing grade of 3 on a scale of 1 to 5, are those who have taken an AP or advanced class during the school year. Scores are sent to the graduating senior s one designated college in the summer following graduation. It is that college which determines IF and HOW MUCH credit will be awarded based on the student s AP scores. THE TESTS TAKE THEM Don t be scared. The tests really a one time assessment of some of your reasoning abilities aren t as important as your high school record, which you have four years to build up. Most tests can be taken more than once; colleges generally use your best scores. The PSAT/NMSQT is offered in October of your junior year; for experience you may want to do a practice run on the PSAT in your sophomore or even freshman year. The PSAT, or Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Test, is a practice run for the SAT I. The results are used for the National Merit Scholarship, the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding African-American Students, the National Hispanic Award, and many corporate and private scholarship programs. As a junior, check to see which admission tests are required by the colleges you re considering. Registration information is available through your counselor and/or online. Information is available in the Career Resource Center. Regular registration closes approximately five weeks prior to the test date. Fee waivers may be available for low income families, see your counselor for more information. 21

25 22 Many selective colleges and universities outside Michigan, including the Ivy League schools, require the SAT I, SAT II (formerly Achievement Tests) or the ACT. Taking both the SAT and ACT tests gives you more options. The ACT is included in the Michigan Merit Program. The ACT is also used to determine your eligibility for the state s Michigan Competitive Scholarship Program, which awards scholarships based on financial need and academic potential. It s a good idea to take the ACT and/or SAT I in the spring of your junior year. Your high school guidance office will have the location and dates. If you are unhappy with the results, you can take the test again in the fall of your senior year. MICHIGAN MERIT EXAM & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS For additional information regarding MME, please visit the State website: for test information. For scholarship and financial aid information please visit the State website: KAPPA ALPHA PSI COLLEGE FAIR Date, place and time to be announced. For additional information, please visit: AA COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR Held in the Spring For additional information, please visit: or check with your counselor. DEFINITIONS AND EXPLANATIONS 1. Regular Attendance to each class is required of students in accordance with state statutes, Board of Education policies, and administrative regulations and directives. Employers and admissions offices often rely on this information in making decisions regarding applicants. 2. Unit of Credit: A full credit course meets the equivalent of one period per day, five days per week for one school year, yielding one unit of credit. 3. The maximum number of units of credit allowable towards graduation and transferable from the ninth grade is seven (7). 4. The High School Diploma represents four years of study in grades 9-12 (or its equivalent). 5. Students who complete minimum graduation requirements in fewer than four years are encouraged to explore other course offerings. Allowable variances from this general requirement include: a. Early admission to an institution of higher education. b. Early admission to a technical training school or other valid post-secondary educational setting. c. Entrance into a branch of military service. d. Employment in the private or public sector. 6. The Grade Point Average (GPA) is a number, which represents the average of all courses calculated on work taken in grades 9-12 in the Ann Arbor Schools. The high school GPA is used to determine rank in class; employers often look at the grade point average to determine the work habits of a job applicant; and colleges and universities use the GPA as one measure to help determine student admission. It is, therefore, important that students be conscious of their academic achievement starting in the ninth grade in order to have as many options as possible when planning their post high school program.

26 7. Calculating the Grade Point Average: A grade point average is calculated by taking the sum of the products of grade points times credit for each course and dividing this sum by the sum of all credits attempted to date.! (grade points)x(credit for each course)! all credits attempted 8. Grade Point System: Grade Grade Points Weighted Grade Points forac/ap Courses (Honor Courses) A A B B B C C C D D D E 0.00 No Weighting 10. Reminders: If you select a COE program, check to see if you have also selected the related class. Make certain that each course or program you select is offered at your school, or is available to you, or is not a repeat. You will not be able to receive credit twice for some courses. 11. Credits from Accredited Colleges: Students may apply credits earned at an accredited college toward meeting the requirements for a high school diploma in accordance with the following guidelines: a. The student seeking such credit must be a matriculant in a public or regionally accredited institution of higher education. b. A maximum of 6 units earned at a college may be applied toward the graduation requirements. c. Credit for college courses must be earned in courses, which are at least, the equivalent of courses offered in high school. d. College courses meeting a minimum of three hours per week for a term may be given one-half unit of credit. This table reflects the 4.00 grade point scale. To compute your GPA, add up the number of points received and divide by the number of credits attempted. 9. Foreign Exchange Students: International exchange students who qualify for senior status and desire a diploma from the Ann Arbor Public School district must earn 4.0 credits distributed as follows: Units of Credit American Literature 0.5 Additional English Elective 0.5 United States History 1.0 United States Government 0.5 Electives (as advised) 1.5 Total Units:

27 24 DUAL ENROLLMENT - POST SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS ACT Under certain conditions, a secondary student may enroll in a class in a Michigan public or private college and receive partial or full tuition and fees from the school district. Eligible Courses A course which qualifies for tuition support must be a course that is not offered by the school A course that is unavailable to the student because of a scheduling conflict A course offered during the regular school year, not during the summer A course that the post secondary institution normally applies toward satisfaction of degree requirements Any approved college level equivalent course that is offered by electronic means, including, but not limited to the internet, digital broadcast and/or satellite network A career and technical education course College courses cannot be a hobby, craft or recreation course, or in the subject areas of physical education, theology, divinity or religion Eligible Students Students who are enrolled in both the school district and post secondary institution during the local school district s regular academic year. Students enrolled in at least ONE high school class. Students who have not completed requirements for graduation. SPLIT ENROLLMENT Under certain conditions, a student may enroll in a class (or classes) at another Ann Arbor Public high school other than their assigned school. When this occurs, this is considered as being a split enrolled student. TESTING OUT Any high school student may test out of any Michigan Merit Curriculum course offered by his/her high school. Students who test out of a course required for graduation will receive graduation credit. Effective July 2009, Testing Out takes place once a year in July. Registration takes place in March through the Ann Arbor Moodle site. Specific instructions will be given to high school buildings prior to the registration period. Listen for announcements in your building and check the school district s web site. Registration deadlines are firm, no exceptions. Some courses may require papers, portfolios, or performance demonstrations as well as written exams. Questions regarding what classes a student should take or not should be directed to the student s counselor for advisement. Fees School districts are required to pay the lesser of: (a) the actual charge for tuition, mandatory course fees, materials fees and registration fees; or (b) the state portion of the student s foundation allowance, adjusted to the proportion of the school year they attend the post secondary institution.

28 MICHIGAN MERIT PERSONAL CURRICULUM The Ann Arbor Public Schools hope that the new Michigan Merit Curriculum (MMC) requirements will improve the quality of education for ALL Ann Arbor Public high school students. We are also aware that some students have special talents and interests that warrant additions to the curriculum. Other students may have disabilities that require some accommodations to keep the MMC meaningful and fair. If you believe your son or daughter needs a Personal Curriculum, you must make a request for consideration of a PC, than a team is formed to determine what curriculum changes are appropriate. The new MMC law requires the following when considering a Personal Curriculum: The PC must be review quarterly by the parent and student to determine progress. A PC that has not been completed will be considered null and void. Students with disabilities must have a documented (IEP) Individual Development Plan on file. Students with 504 plans do not fall under this category for PC eligibility. A completed (EDP) Educational Development Plan must be on file to begin the process. The PC may be requested by school staff, the parent and student or an emancipated student. The PC may not be needed if the MMC for the student can be addressed with other reasonable arrangements. The PC must adhere to the MMC content standards as much as is possible for the student. In other words, the essential content expectations for graduation must still be met. The PC may exceed the requirements of the Michigan Merit Curriculum. The PC may contain some special provisions for students with documented disabilities A PC may be needed when a student transfers into a Michigan public high school from a nonpublic school, or from an out-of-state school. The PC must be approved by the Superintendent or (designee) of the school district. The PC may be adjusted during the course of the student's high school education using the same process, as appropriate. 25

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31 ART 28 ART *AREA OF EMPHASIS Students are required to plan and complete a 2.5 credit program of study or area of emphasis. In preparation for further study beyond high school or for careers in the art and design field, students may wish to plan a program with an art emphasis. Art courses may also be combined with other areas of the curriculum to facilitate a combined area of emphasis. Art & Design is required before a student selects more specialized courses of art study. Students are encouraged to work with a member of the art staff to plan a program of study that will meet their post-high school goals Art and Design Students examine the significance of the visual arts in our lives. Design elements and compositional principles are studied while learning studio techniques. This course will help students appreciate the joy of creating art as well as increase their understanding of the role of art and design in society. Students of all levels and abilities are welcome in this course of study. Also it is intended for students with a strong interest in art who are considering professional study or a career in art. Students will be evaluated according to their studio participation, quality of work, critical thinking, and class discussions. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Art History/Art Appreciation Internet access Art History/Art Appreciation is a one term online course that exposes students to art trends, styles and movements from a variety of world cultures. Students will investigate the History of Art via podcasts, AAPS Moodle and through web-based instruction. Course assessments will be administered by the instructor via AAPS Moodle, and will contain both objective and written assessment models. This course is designed for students possessing both strong computer skills and an interest in the visual arts. Pioneer Drawing, Painting and Printmaking Art & Design The focus of this course is on the creation of two-dimensional art work. Basic drawing and painting techniques are reinforced. Compositions in watercolor, pastels, pen and ink, charcoal, and pencil may be planned, encouraging students to explore personal themes and work through the creative process. Silk screening, etching and relief printing processes may also be included. Works from various artists, both past and present, will be incorporated to learn how others have solved similar problems. Subject matter may range from creating landscapes and abstract designs to recording observations of figures and still life. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

32 ART Painting and Composition Art & Design This course is an introduction to creative techniques and composition applied to watercolor and acrylic painting media as well as the development of visual awareness. A basic class exploring the visual elements and techniques as a tool to problem solving with a special emphasis on controlling the paint, using either gouache (opaque watercolor), or acrylic, while experimenting with various surfaces. Students are given the opportunity to work in greater depth to develop individual approaches, techniques, and forms of creative expression. 1 term Huron Graphic Design I Art & Design (Huron & Pioneer) (Skyline) Huron & Pioneer: In this course, students solve visual communication problems by developing ideas and creating graphic solutions for various clients. Students will discuss the historical significance of the graphic arts, and become more familiar with the styles and practical applications of type faces. A variety of materials and techniques will be used to create posters, logos, trademarks, packaging and illustrations. Careers, issues and techniques of the contemporary design field are addressed in this course. Skyline: Graphics are all around you - print media, Internet, TV, packaging, and the document you re reading now! As our world becomes increasingly visual, graphics are impacting how information is delivered. This course provides experiences for students to use image, type, color, illustration, and photography to create dynamic media using Adobe Creative Suite. per term Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 29

33 ART Graphic Design II Graphic Design I Huron & Pioneer: This course is a continuation of Graphic Design I. Using original ideas, students are expected to refine skills to communicate ideas & concepts visually. This will be done by developing personal style, lettering and typography, logo designs using computer programs, package design, designing story boards. A portfolio of quality Graphic Design images will be created and produced. Skyline: This course is a continuation of Graphic Design I. Students will learn more advanced techniques for combining image, type, color, illustration, and photography to create dynamic media using Adobe Creative Suite. Students will have the opportunity to work on school and community projects involving graphics to further develop their knowledge and skills. Students will create a portfolio of their work. At Skyline, credit may also be articulated. At Skyline, this course meets the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requirements for an online experience for high school standards. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Art Portfolio, Advanced AC Art & Design; Drawing, Painting & Printing, a 3rd Art elective; or teacher recommendation. This course is recommended for students with a strong interest in art who are capable of working independently, have a basic knowledge of composition principles, have worked with a variety of art materials, and possess the motivation to complete assigned tasks. Units of study are planned to achieve a balance between the mastery of specific skills, personal expression and creative problem-solving. Media experiences in design, drawing, painting, printmaking, illustration, sculpture and/or ceramics may be included. Students will create a portfolio of their own artwork acceptable for college admission review. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

34 ART Ceramics and Sculpture I Art & Design This course involves the design and creation of ceramic forms. Students learn to shape the clay by hand, throw on the potter s wheel and apply glazes. Assignments will involve the formation of utilitarian vessels as well as the creation of sculptural forms. Decorating techniques may vary according to the functional and/or aesthetic appeal of each form. Performance, effort and quality of work are the grading criteria. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Ceramics and Sculpture II Ceramics & Sculpture I This course is a continuation of the beginning ceramics and sculpture class with emphasis on advanced techniques. In addition to clay formation processes, advanced study encompasses glaze mixing and personal experimentation is encouraged. Through these experiences the students will study the history of three-dimensional forms and develop an understanding of how clay forms have recorded the phases of human culture. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Jewelry Design I Art & Design This course teaches students about the design and creation of original jewelry metalwork. Basic design skills are taught. Sequentially planned assignments assist students in developing quality designs. Through these experiences, it is hoped that students acquire an appreciation for past and present jewelry/metal forms and a pride in their own accomplishments. Huron &Pioneer 31

35 ART Jewelry Design II Jewelry Design I Students are expected to expand upon the skills learned in the beginning jewelry course. Time may be included for experimental and independent art work. Required assignments will focus on new and advanced techniques exhibiting personal creativity and inventiveness. Participation in school and community exhibits is encouraged. This class can be repeated for additional credit. Huron &Pioneer Open Studio Art & Design This class will provide students with an opportunity to experiment with many different media and ideas within an unstructured format. The teacher will work with students toward indivualizing sylization. 1 term Huron Media, New 12 Graphic Design I This course explores the knowledge and skills needed to create publications using a variety of media. The course focuses on the computer skills, design decisions, and output processes needed to create digital and print media for effective communication. Students will design and publish documents using Adobe Creative Suite. Projects are designed to allow students to produce work for their own portfolio, the school, or outside community groups. This course may be repeated for additional credit. This course meets the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requirements for an online experience for high school standards. College credit may be articulated. per term Skyline

36 ART Photography I Art & Design In this course students learn about and experience photography as a form of visual communication. The students learn basic processes of black and white photography through darkroom experience. Visual literacy, composition, operation of a 35mm camera, developing film, use of contact prints, enlargements and presentation of the photograph are components of this course. Creative thinking, patience and persistence are important aspects of this course. Huron Photography II Photography I This course is planned for students who are seriously interested in photography. A portfolio of quality photographs will be created and produced. Experimental techniques and classic darkroom processes such as bas relief, color appliqué, digital photography and composite imagery may be explored. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron Photography, Digital I Art & Design - Pending Approval Photography captures moments in time and allows us to view the world from different perspectives. The technology of photography is ever changing but the excitement of combining art and technology remains the same. The photography courses are designed to give students experiences with the creative and technical aspects of photography. Students will use digital cameras and Adobe Photoshop to compose, shoot, and edit digital photography. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 33

37 ART Photography, Digital II Digital Photography I This course is a continuation of Digital Photography I. Areas of study include: camera operation for digial SLR, lighting, composition, image processing, printing, and final presentation techniques. Field trips will allow students to learn how to photograph a variety of situations. Students will also study the history of photography. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

38 B U S I N E S S S E R V I C E S T E C H N O L O G Y BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Programming, Visual Basic This course is an introduction to programming in the Visual Basic language. Programming is an exciting challenge. You will actually be learning how to write a program, instead of just running a program that somebody else wrote for you! Topics covered include basic programming concepts, as well as features such as setting the development environment, working with intrinsic and Active X controls, making executable files, using if statements, string functions, image controls, message boxes, and using the VB debugging features. Students will also have the opportunity to program games like hangman, tic-tac-toe and minesweeper. This is a great course for people new to programming. It is also an excellent opportunity for more experienced programmers who have not yet been exposed to Visual Basic! An integral part of the program at Pioneer and Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA at Huron. Pioneer and Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at both Huron and Pioneer. At both Huron and Pioneer, students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Huron & Pioneer Web Page Design I (Huron & Pioneer) Windows XP & Internet experience (Skyline) Web pages have become important to our daily lives! Learn how to create these pages using the following software packages: Adobe Dreamweaver suite and Notepad. Discover the mysterious HTML tags, content development and multimedia elements and the adding of dynamic effects such as banners, animation, automatic date and layers that make publishing on the WWW possible! Topics covered include: HyperText Markup Language (HTML) including advanced HTML features such as frames, tables, forms and check boxes; gif and jpeg files; animated cartoons; scanner and digital camera projects to include your personal photos in your web pages. This course meets requirements for Visual Performing Applied Arts credit (0.50). An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA team and individual competitive events. Pioneer and Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endoresement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron and Pioneer). Students at Huron and Pioneer will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Also, all participating students (Huron and Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline Grades Only) 35

39 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Web Page Design II Web Page Design I Continue your web page design experience by planning and designing web pages that include all the bells and whistles! Plan and design dynamic web pages that include animated symbols/buttons and layers. Flash: create your own movie streams and animations; and add sound to your web pages. Fireworks: Create sophisticated buttons/javascript buttons/advanced rollovers; create hotspots and image maps; create slicing images; apply live effects; and create and export animations. This course meets requirements for Visual Performing Applied Arts credit (0.50). An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA team and individual competitive events. Pioneer and Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron and Pioneer). Students at Huron and Pioneer will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. ALso, all participating students (Huron and Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Publishing, Desktop Business Technology I (Skyline) Turn your computer into a powerful desktop tool. This course covers techniques and applications, combining text and clip art to create professional-looking documents. Page layout software will be used to produce in-class projects including flyers, advertisements, charts, greeting cards and freehand sketches. Artistic talent a plus but not required. This skill-building class sells itself. Skyline Financial Literacy This course will enable students to implement decision-making skills they must apply and use to become wise and knowledgeable consumers, savers, investors, users of credit, money managers, citizens, and members of a global workforce and society. Skyline

40 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Money Management/Personal Finance I We all would like to have more money! A secret to more is learning to budget and save what we have so that it goes farther. This course offers students the opportunity to practice money management and investment strategies where mistakes will not cost them real dollars. Students will learn a variety of strategies: how to prepare a budget; prepare income tax returns; play the stock market; evaluate investment options; personal banking and employee pay and benefits. This class has the power to change the financial course of a student s life! Computer skills are also stressed. Students will use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Take Money Management and learn valuable lessons that will last a lifetime! Software used: Simulations: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Virtual Stock Exchange, the Stock Market Game MoneySkill - *Course Fulfills 4th Year Math Credit An integral part of the program at Pioneer and Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization (Pioneer - DECA, Huron - BPA.) Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. Huron and Pioneer students will earn at least 12 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Huron & Pioneer 37

41 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Money Management/Personal Finance II Money will not buy happiness, but it sure doesn t hurt! This class will help you to avoid the financial stress that plagues many adults. Topics covered include: how to effectively use credit cards; understanding your credit score; and the importance and benefits of insurance. Students will learn personal decision making skills such as purchasing a car, renting an apartment, obtaining a mortgage for a home, paying for college and budgeting for major life events. They will be able to put their financial skills to use through online simulations and projects. This is a hands-on course that will give students important skills that will last a lifetime! Software used: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Simulations: Virtual Business Personal Finance MoneySkill - *Course Fulfills 4th Year Math Credit. This course can be taken without having taken Money Management/Personal Finance I. An integral part of the program at Pioneer and Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization (Pioneer - DECA, Huron - BPA.) Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. Huron and Pioneer students will earn at least 12 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. per term 1 term Huron and Pioneer Accounting I, Computer We live in a world of numbers! Whether you are planning on starting your own business, pursuing a business degree or just living in this world; accounting matters! It is the language of business. Develop critical-thinking skills as you learn basic accounting concepts. Prepare the financial records that will be used to make managerial decisions. Computerized accounting practices are demonstrated through the use of real world business simulations using Peachtree Accounting software. This class is a must if you are considering any business management careers. Get a leg up in your college business classes; enroll in this course! Software used: Peachtree Accounting Software Microsoft Excel *Course Fulfills 4th Year Math Credit An integral part of the program at Pioneer and Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization (Pioneer - DECA, Huron - BPA.) Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. Huron and Pioneer students will earn at least 10 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Students will be able to articulate this class with Washtenaw Community College for credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

42 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Accounting II, Computer Computer Accounting I Are you ready to take the next step to financial success? This course will continue to expand on the concepts learned in Computer Accounting I, applying those concepts to partnerships and corporations. Students will learn the language of business ; mastering topics like accounts payables and receivables, payroll accounting, inventory management and depreciation. Real world business simulations will take students into in-depth problem solving and critical thinking exercises using Peachtree Accounting software. This class provides a solid foundation for anybody interested in pursuing a business degree OR for those interested in starting their own businesses someday. Get prepared -- take this course! Software Used: Peachtree Accounting Software Microsoft Excel *Course Fulfills 4th Year Math Credit This course counts towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron & Pioneer). Huron and Pioneer students will earn at least 20 online hours in this course which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. An integral part of the program at Huron is participation in the student professional organization (BPA) Huron. Huron and Pioneer students completing this program will receive a Career and Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits toward the prestigious High School MBA award. Also, all participating students (Huron, Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Entrepreneurship Do you have what it takes to be your own boss? This class will teach you what you need to consider and the steps necessary to start your own business and become a successful entrepreneur. You will be responsible for completing a term-long project that involves starting your own business and performing the activities necessary to make it successful. Software programs include The Teen Entrepreneur Management Simulation, Virtual Business Management Simulations and GoVenture Business Simulation. Are you considering attending a College of Business when you graduate? This course will give you an introduction to all aspects of the business world. By the end of the term, you will have a good idea of whether or not a career in business is the right choice for you. Areas covered include developing a detailed business plan, locating the finances necessary to start the business, marketing your product or service and eliminating the legal red tape. Students enrolled in Entrepreneurship are eligible to participate in the DECA organization (Pioneer) or the BPA organization (Huron). Huron s students are eligible to participate in Eastern Michigan University s Business Plan competition. This course counts towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron & Pioneer). Huron and Pioneer students will earn at least 6 online hours in this course which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Also, all participating students (Huron and Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College and Eastern Michigan University. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 39

43 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Business Principles and Management Do you remember how Bebe Inc. made it big? Or do you remember how Japanese women won more rights in the workforce. This course gives you a solid foundation about what business is, and how its managed. A variety of areas are covered including leadership, learning what it takes to be a successful manager and students complete case studies that involve operating your own business and performing the activities necessary to make it successful. Students read Business Week online articles and get hands-on experience operating and running a business through a virtual simulation. An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA team and individual competitive events. Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award. Students at Huron will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied towards the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Huron Marketing I This course is a study of how a product or service is conceived to the point it is purchased by the user. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of: marketing, management, entrepreneurship, communications, economics, market segmentation, product decisions from innovation to production and packaging, pricing strategies, promotion decisions from advertising to personal selling, and placement decisions from channel of distribution to displaying, salesmanship and technology. In this class students will learn vital skills necessary to be successful in any career they choose as well as working in the school store, The Sky Store to put the skills learned to use. An integral part of the program is participation in the Student professional organization, DECA. Skyline

44 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Marketing Education This year long business administration course is designed to prepare students for entry-level occupations in marketing, management, and entrepreneurial ventures. The class also prepares students wishing to major in business administration in college. Students who enjoy learning by doing will have fun with the numerous skits and role-plays used to teach marketing skills and concepts. This course addresses the following seven career pathways: Management & Entrepreneurship, Professional Sales & Marketing, Buying & Merchandising, Advertising & Promotion, Marketing Information Management & Research, Distribution & Logistics, and E-Marketing. The marketing curriculum incorporates role play activities, multimedia lessons, class sales and promotion projects, and a hands on virtual business retailing simulation that teaches the importance of pricing, advertising, purchasing, merchandising, and market research. This course meets requirements for English Language Arts credit (0.50) or Economics credit (0.50). This course is meant to complement and enhance the Marketing COE Course and is a prerequisite for Marketing COE. All participating students earn college credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. An integral part of the program at Pioneer is an opportunity for participation in the student professional organization, (DECA - Pioneer and BPA - Huron). Marketing Education is a prerequisite for the Sports and Entertainment Marketing class at Pioneer only. Pioneer and Huron students completing this program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at both Huron and Pioneer. At both Huron and Pioneer, students will earn at least 4 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. per term Year Huron & Pioneer Marketing Education and Store Operations Marketing I and approval from teacher This course focuses on the stills learned in Marketing I. Students will gain hands-on experience in selling, promoting, advertising, servicing, merchandising and displaying by completely running and managing the school store, The Sky Store. Each student will be given the opportunity to manage the store as a cashier or salesperson. Course may be repeated for credit. per term Skyline 41

45 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Marketing I, Sports and Entertainment Marketing Education Are you ready to join the exciting career field of Sports and Entertainment Marketing? Would you like to take your Marketing Education experience to the next level? This is an advanced marketing course, providing students with the opportunity to apply marketing principles in the fields of Sports and Entertainment. This course is designed for students who are interested in business and marketing and want to learn the behind the scenes business of promoting sports, music and television. Topic areas covered in this course include a review of the basic marketing functions, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship and endorsements, licensing, event marketing, promotions and publicity and sports marketing plans. Instructional strategies include computer/technology applications, current event research, event planning, real and/or simulated occupational experiences and projects performed using the marketing functions. Software programs include Virtual Business Sports Simulation, Concert Tour Entrepreneur, Fantasy sports Simulation - Football, Hockey, Basketball, Baseball. Explore the intriguing world of sports and entertainment from the perspective of marketing. The class gives students the necessary skills to succeed in their careers, as well as learn solid academic skills such as math, reading, and language arts. An integral part of the program at Pioneer and Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization (DECA - Pioneer & Skyline, and BPA - Huron). Marketing Education is a prerequisite for Sports and Entertainment Marketing class at Pioneer only. Pioneer and Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at both Huron and Pioneer. At both Huron and Pioneer, students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Marketing II, Sports and Entertainment Marketing Education Marketing I, Sports & Entertainment This is an advanced course that will help students develop a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and sporting and/or entertainment events. The areas this course will cover include a review of basic marketing, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event marketing, promotions, sponsorship proposals, and sports marketing plans. This course will also delve into the components of promotion plans, sponsorship proposals and the key elements needed in sports marketing plans. Computer simulations are used to apply and practice Sports and Entertainment Marketing strategies. Students taking sports marketing will have the opportunity to participate in DECA or BPA (student marketing leadership organization). DECA or BPA related activities and curriculum could be used as an approved part of all marketing classes. This course counts towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron & Pioneer). At Huron and Pioneer, students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. 1 term Huron and Pioneer

46 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Google AdWords - On-Line Advertising Learn on-line keyword advertising first hand and from the professionals! Google employees will mentor you as you learn to create your own advertising campaign, monitor the results, and use the AdWords program to increase the performance of your account. Work as a team that runs a real advertising campaign for a local non-profit. Your team will have a budget (provided by Google) to manage the account. At the end of the course you will have the opportunity to take the Google AdWords Professional exam. Take these, in-demand new marketing skills to work for an employer or add them to your business portfolio. This course teaches problem solving and analytical skills and applies them to a real life situation as you gain valuable experience in an emerging market. Includes a tour of the Ann Arbor Google office. Software used: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher This course counts towards the prestigious High School MBA Award (Huron & Pioneer). This course fulfills the 20 hour online requirement, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. An integral part of the program at Huron is participation in the student professional organization (BPA) Huron. Huron Marketing C.O.E years old and concurrent enrollment in, or completion of, Marketing Education or Marketing Education & Store Operations. Cooperative Occupational Education ( COE ) extends student-learning opportunities beyond the school building into the workplace through supervised, part-time employment. This year long course serves as a laboratory experience for students enrolled in the Marketing Education class, and provides an actual paid part-time job closely supervised by the school. Students will be able to practice or observe skills learned in their marketing education class under the direct supervision of an employer who volunteers to participate in the program. Practicing marketing skills in a paid part time job greatly increases learning retention of marketing and business skills and allows students to make better career and college decisions. This course will receive a vocational certificate. Student may enroll either any or all terms. This class takes place after the school day and will not interfere with your regular school schedule. Student must work a minimum of 10 hours per week. All participating students earn college credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. This method of instruction counts towards credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. This course is an integral part of the program at Huron and provides the opportunity for participating in the student professional organization (BPA) Huron. Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer 43

47 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Notetaking and Study Skills Want to guarantee your success for college? High School? Then the note taking/study skills course is a must for you. The course emphasizes good notetaking and organizational skills, listening, memorization, time management, and good test taking skills. Students strengthen their presentation skills for speech and multimedia projects. Students learn how to find information for research papers on the WWW by using the browser tools and learn Internet concepts and techniques through practical applications. Students also prepare for the ACT, SAT and MEAP tests. An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization, BPA. Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron. Huron students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Huron Computer Boot Camp This is an entry-level computer course designed for students who have limited computer skills. This course emphasizes keyboarding skills, formatting skills, Microsoft Office Programs, computers in society and the Internet. This course is designed for students who want to develop basic computer skills in PC operation, computer hardware, software and terminology. Skyline Computer Applications I Computer Applications I is a curriculum designed to enhance your keyboarding speed and computer skills. Learn how powerful your word processing program really is. Explore how to use your spreadsheet program to calculate functions and graph your results. Develop dynamic multimedia slideshows utilizing PowerPoint. Students will also develop time management and organizational skills.today's jobs and all college curriculums demand computer application skills. Enroll Now! An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA. Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. Huron students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Also, all participating students (Huron and Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. Huron & Pioneer

48 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Computer Applications II Computer Applications I We all know how important computer skills are in today's day and age. Computer Applications I got you started down the right path. Now it is time to continue expanding your computer expertise! Computer Applications II is a self-paced curriculum designed to enhance your readiness for college and the work force. You will focus on mastering spreadsheets, databases and desktop publishing. You will also gain experience utilizing multimedia technology such as scanners and digital cameras. If you want to impress all of your teachers, family, friends and future college professors and employers - become tech savvy and take Computer Applications II. An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA. Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award. Huron students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Also, all participating students (Huron and Pioneer) may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. Huron & Pioneer Business Technology I Computer Applications I Business Technology offers you the opportunity to develop employability skills for the future. Students learn Microsoft Office applications software including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, communication skills, resume building, interviewing, interpersonal relations, organization and time management. The program is centered around the strengths and needs of the students and the community. An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization BPA. Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron. Huron students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. Also, all participating students may earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron Business Technology I Business Technology offers you the opportunity to develop employability skills for the future. Students learn Microsoft Office applications software including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, communication skills, resume building, interviewing, interpersonal relations, organization and time management. The program is centered around the strengths and needs of the students and the community. per term Pioneer & Skyline 45

49 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Business Technology II Business Technology I Business Technology II is a self-paced curriculum designed to enhance your computer skills using Microsoft Office. Projects include electronic calculators, CD-ROM, spreadsheets, database, palm pilot, digital cameras, scanners, graphics, college applications, and other multimedia. Enroll now and see for yourself. Pioneer & Skyline Business Applications 9* 10* Computer Applications preferred *enter upon teacher approval (Grade 9 & 10) Business applications skills are essential in every industry and college campus environment. No matter where you work or go to school, this class will give you an edge over the competition and open doors to new opportunities. The objectives for this course are rich with the problem-solving, critical and creative thinking skills. Students learn Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) to include the integration of these applications. Students learn and practice principles, management and skills in today's electronic workplace. Students fine-tune their written communication; resume building, interviewing, interpersonal relations, organization and time management skills. The program is focused on the strengths and needs of the students and the community. This course builds survival skills. All business decisions are made from the records we work with and everyone needs these skills: business ethics, time management, setting priorities, accuracy, following directions, making informed decisions and learning to manipulate the personal computer to create all types of different business correspondence and reports. Explore business careers and your personal interests. Develop employability skills such as building portfolios and the art of interviewing and dressing for success. This course will give students the heads up on their competition in the work force! Enrollment preference will be given to students who need the class as a requirement for Business COE. Students will be able to articulate this class with Washtenaw Community College for credit. Students may add Business COE job component to receive an additional 1.0 credit each term. Business Applications may be used to satisfy 1.0 unit of the English requirement if course is taken for a year. An integral part of the program at Huron is an opportunity for participating in the student professional organization, BPA. Huron students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement and credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award. Huron students will earn at least 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. per term 2 Terms Huron

50 BUSINESS SERVICES TECHNOLOGY Business Fundamentals This course builds survival skills. All business decisions are made from the records we work with and everyone needs the skills we build: business ethics, time management, setting priorities, accuracy, following directions, making informed decisions and learning to manipulate personal computer to create all types of different business correspondence and reports. Explore business careers and your personal interests. Develop employability skills such as building a resume and the art of interviewing will give you a jump on your competition in the work force! per term Skyline Business/Office C.O.E years old and concurrent enrollment in, or completion of, Business Applications or Technology for Business Many people decide on their careers based on their first work experience. So let us help you find work in a business or career area of our choice - medical, real estate, law, technology. People in all business professions, particularly business administration and management, gain their first experience in the job they want through the office. COE gives students the opportunity to explore a career area while gaining 1.00 unit per term school credit and a paycheck. Students walk away from these jobs with immeasurable hands on real world experience(s). This is a great way to gain a reference for your next job on the career ladder or college endeavors. Students will interview for and accept a position; train and be evaluated by their supervisor for 1 school credit. This is a great way for you to learn beyond the school building and receive employer performance evaluations of your work. Students who already have employment may also get credit. Let us help you ge tstarted in your first position. Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Students may enroll for the entire year or byf term. This method of instruction counts towards credits towards the prestigious High School MBA Award at Huron and Pioneer. This course is an integral part of the program at Huron and provides the opportunity for participating in the student professional organization at Huron, BPA. Huron and Pioneer students completing the program will receive a Career & Technical Education Certificate/High School Diploma Endorsement. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer 47

51 48 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Career & Technical Education Course Groupings (CTE courses that meet graduation requirements) HEALTH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES DRAFTING ELECTRICITY/ELECTRONICS Health Sciences Technology Health Sciences Clinical Health Sciences C.O.E. Auto, Know Your Auto Services Technology Engine Repair Drafting I Drafting II Drafting, Computer Aided I Drafting, Computer Aided II Drafting, Computer Aided III Drafting, Architectural Electronics, Basic GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY HOMEBUILDING HUMAN SERVICES METAL TECHNOLOGY Graphic Communications I Graphic Communications II Graphic Communications, Advanced Homebuilding Foods, Nutrition & Foods, Multicultural Hospitality Today Interior Design Parenting - Child Development Technology, Metals Technology, Machine Tool COOPERATIVE OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION (C.O.E.) TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION COSMETOLOGY CTE Meets Graduation Requirements Technical & Industrial C.O.E. Work Experience Technology, CTE Information Technology, Physical Technology, Engineering Engineering, Design & Problem Solving Cosmetology Web Page Design I (Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design) APPLIED ART CREDIT (,5) Web Page Design II (Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design) APPLIED ART CREDIT (.5) Marketing ENGLISH CREDIT (.5 credit for completing both semesters) Marketing ECONOMIC CREDIT (.5 credit for completing both semesters) Accounting I Math Related (4 th year of math) --.5 Credit Accounting II Math Related (4 th year of math) --.5 Credit

52 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Health Sciences Technology Health Sciences Clinical Application process Health Sciences Technology is designed for 11th and 12th grade students interested in health careers at the professional level. The program is open to all Ann Arbor High School students, with first preference given to 12th graders. The course places emphasis on anatomy and physiology, which will prepare students for college level coursework. Areas of study include anatomy and physiology, disease process, medical ethics, patient rights, medical terminology, advancement and trends in health care, and career exploration. Students will receive certification in CPR and First Aid, as well as develop skills in taking vital signs, patient care and safety, health education, assessment and documentation. Professionals from various health occupations will present information regarding their personal experience in medicine, nursing, dentistry, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and more. During 2nd semester, students shadow health care professionals in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities and therapy centers. Upon successful completion of this course, students will earn 1 elective science credit. Articulation is available with Washtenaw Community College. Application process is required. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer Health Sciences C.O.E years old and concurrent enrollment in, or completion of, Health Sciences Technology/Clinical COE extends student-learning opportunities beyond the school building into the work place through supervised, part-time employment. The employer provides on-the-job supervision and evaluates the student's work performance. This course allows you to receive credit and get paid for your job. We will help you interview and find a job, or you may be able to receive credit for a job you already have. This course is taken along with the Health Science Technology course so you apply the skills learned in class to the job you have after school. Students may enroll for or both terms. Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Hours of work will be after school and weekends. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer 49

53 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Engine Repair The student in this course will disassemble, repair, reassemble basic gasoline engines. The student will demonstrate proficiency in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair or engines commonly found on go-carts, lawn equipment and mini-bikes. This course is an excellent introduction to applied mechanical processes. Pioneer Auto, Know Your This course is open to students interested in learning about maintenance and service items that every car owner should know. A learn-by-doing approach will be stressed. Areas of study include: tires, suspension, engine cooling, engine lubrication, basic tune-up, basic brakes and engine construction. Emphasis will be given to learning car purchasing and ownership responsibilities. Huron & Pioneer Auto Services Technology I Auto Services Technology II This course is open to all students who are interested in automotive technology. Students will learn common diagnosis and repair techniques on major automotive systems, with special emphasis on brakes and electrical/electronic systems. If you enjoy working on cars, this is the course for you. Students are responsible for completing a daily logbook to track their progress. College credit may be articulated with Washtenaw Community College and Ferris State University. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer

54 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Drafting I This course is open to students interested in the fundamentals of drafting. Areas of study include the use and care of equipment, lettering, basic techniques in drafting, making a working drawing and blueprint reading. Drawings will be created both manually (by hand) and utilizing Auto CAD. Students will learn 2-D computer aided drawing techniques. This course is recommended for students planning to enter any technical field. Huron & Pioneer Drafting II Drafting I This course is designed to take the student through more advanced problems in drafting. Major emphasis is placed on machine drafting problems, including detail and assembly drawing. Most work will be done using Auto CAD. Huron & Pioneer Drafting, Computer Aided I Drafting I (Huron & Pioneer) (Skyline) This course is open to students interested in the use of the computer as a drawing instrument. Students will create, edit and plot drafting problems using up to date, 3-D modeling software. This course is recommended for all students planning to enter engineering, architecture or other technical fields. Students will be introduced to Inventor software. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 51

55 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Drafting, Computer Aided II Drafting, Computer Aided III CAD II - Computer Aided Drafting I CAD III - Computer Aided Drafting II In these courses students will further their knowledge of CAD by using it as a tool to draw and communicate their solutions to design and engineering problems. Courses may include rapid prototyping (creation of a physical product based on students CAD designs). each each Skyline Drafting, Architectural Drafting 1 or Computer Aided Drafting This course is designed for students who desire to develop job skills in architecture. Students design and draw a full set of home drawings. Students follow the construction of the current year s homebuilding student house from the hole in the ground to the For Sale sign. Students also compete in local and state competitions. Students may test out for credit at Washtenaw Community College for basic drafting classes credit may be applied to the mathematics requirement. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer Electronics, Basic This class is open to students interested in becoming more knowledgeable about basic electrical circuitry and electronics. This is an introduction to basic electronics with an emphasis on hands-on laboratory experiments. Students will learn about various electrical and electronic component, their uses and how to test them. Students will build electronic circuits, that use transistors and integrated circuit chips as sensors, amplifiers, oscillators and controllers, and build small robots, that move about and perform specific goals utilizing programmed lego mind storms. Huron & Pioneer

56 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Graphic Communications I This course is an introduction to the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to understand graphic communications. The course focuses on the computer skills, design decisions, and printing processes needed to create print and digital media that effectively convey information. Students who enjoy creative activities, are fond of computers, and like hands-on activities should elect this course. Graphic Communications I is the first of a three course sequence. This course is offered to all Ann Arbor high school students. This course meets 0.5 unit of the art graduation requirement. Credit may also be articulated with Washtenaw Community College. Huron Graphic Communications II Graphic Communications I This course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in Graphic Communications I. The subject areas of graphic design, digital photography, color theory, typography, offset printing, and screen-printing are explored to communicate information. Students who enjoy creative activities, are fond of computers, and like hands-on activities should elect this course. This course is offered to all Ann Arbor high school students. This course meets 0.5 unit of the art graduation requirement. Credit may also be articulated with Washtenaw Community College. Huron Graphic Communications, Advanced Graphic Communications II This course builds upon the fundamental knowledge and skills acquired in Graphic Communications I and II and further develops computer skills, design decisions, and printing processes needed to create print and digital media that effectively convey information. Students lead projects with community organizations are an option for students to gain advanced skills in graphic communications. This course is offered to all Ann Arbor high school students. This course meets 1.0 or 2.0 units of the art graduation requirement. Credit may also be articulated with Washtenaw Community College. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron 53

57 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Homebuilding Application & Interview This program is designed especially for those students who are interested in the construction industry. Students are involved in the complete construction of a residential house. Emphasis is placed on the development of teamwork to complete the project. Activities include masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, installation of heating and air conditioning equipment, blueprint reading, and employability skills. Students spend three hours per day (including travel time) on the program. Students enrolling are expected to participate all year. Transportation is provided credit may be applied to the mathematics requirement. 3 periods; 1.50 units per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Foods, Nutrition and This course is designed to provide students with skills necessary to apply proper nutrition to meal planning and preparation. Students also have opportunities to participate in various laboratory experiences. These experiences focus on creative and nutritious food choices. Yes, you get to eat everything you make! During this course we will cover the following topics and areas of study: nutrition and its relationship to food preparation and health, food safety and kitchen sanitation, kitchen math, social, cultural and media influences on our food choices, trends in eating patterns, table manners, and exploration of job and career opportunities in the Food Technology and Services Industries. Huron & Pioneer Foods, Multicultural This course is designed to emphasize students understanding of the different characteristics of foods from different cultures, religions and countries. Students will explore social factors that might influence their eating habits. We will research regional cuisine s, select recipes and prepare foods form around the world. Additional topics include safety and sanitation, kitchen math, nutrition and vegetarianism. Huron & Pioneer

58 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Hospitality Today This course will focus on the major components at the rapidly growing Hospitality Industry. The primary areas of focus will include Culinary Arts, Lodging and Travel/Tourism. This hands-on focus will blend a classroom environment with the support of the community which include both field trips in the local community and subject related expert presentations. Students will learn the importance of skills in communication, problem solving and techniques to handle what it takes to make it in today s Hospitality Industry. *Course Fulfills 4th Year Math Credit This course fulfills 0.5 unit of the art graduation requirement. All participating students earn college articulation credits they can apply at Washtenaw Community College. 1 period; 0.5 unit per term Year Huron & Pioneer Interior Design This course is an interesting and challenging course that allows you an opportunity to explore some possible career avenues and develop skills that you can apply throughout life. During this course we will cover the following topics and areas of study: the need for housing, careers in housing and interiors, choosing where to live, renting versus buying, understanding construction, interior and exterior, and landscaping, architectural design, early home styles and trends in design, elements, principals and the role of color in design, and exploration of job and career opportunities in the Design Industry. This is an excellent addition to CAD/Engineering, Graphic Arts and other design fields. This course meets 0.5 unit of the art graduation requirement. Huron & Pioneer Parenting - Child Development In this course, students gain an understanding of the development and care of children. Consideration is given to parenting skills, discipline and guidance that will promote the development of a happy and secure individual. Areas of study include: parenting choices, heredity and human reproduction, pregnancy and prenatal care, birth and newborn physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of children, children s activities, effective parenting skills, experiences with children, and community resources and services for children and family crisis involving children. Student interested in education, medicine, psychology or other child-related careers will benefit from this course. This course is valuable to both male and female students for developing effective parenting skills. Huron 55

59 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Technology, Metals This is an introductory course designed to provide students an overall experience with common metal working tools, materials and techniques used in industry. Subject areas such as sheet metal fabricating, semi-precision measurements, machine tool operations, arc and gas welding, threaded fasteners, forging, heat treating and bench metals will provide the knowledge and practical experience necessary to continue in the metals curriculum. Class activities will include both technical study and laboratory practices in each metalworking area with the opportunity to build many projects. After successful completion of this course, 0.25 unit of credit may be applied to the mathematics graduation requirement. Huron Technology, Machine Tool Metals Technology Open to students interested in employment or advanced study in the metals technology area. Includes academic study and laboratory MIG welding, precision grinding and destructive and nondestructive metal testing. Students will develop skills in precision measurement, digital readouts, travel dials on lathes and milling machines, use of computer numerical controlled bridgeport milling machine. Numerous student projects are manufactured unit of credit may be applied to the mathematics graduation requirement. College credit may be articulated with Washtenaw Community College. Open to students from all high schools. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron Technology, CTE Information This is a hands-on class. Students will explore the world of digital media. They will work with web page design for the Internet, including: story board, shoot and edit, analog and digital video. They will record and edit digital audio and sound effects; draw and develop animations for multimedia productions, for the World Wide Web and for video, and they will author advanced multimedia presentations. Huron

60 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Technology, Physical Formerly, technology was out in the open. It was mostly mechanical in nature. We could see the pulleys, the belts, and the gears, and an intelligent person could figure it out. But now it s very electronic, digital, and mysterious. This course is designed to eliminate for students the mystery or "magic of today s technological advancements through hands-on problem-solving activities and teamwork. Students will engage in analyzing technological relationships using engineering strategies and begin to look for creative solutions to present and future technological and societal problems. Areas of study may include: superconductivity, energy-environment and the automobile, just-in-time production, futuristic structures, pneumatic and solar transportation, aerodynamic research and testing, and much more. Students will discover many areas where math and science phenomena are applied. Huron Technology, Engineering This course introduces students to basic mechanical concepts and electronics of robotics. Students build small robots that move about and perform a specific goal. Computer controlled lego robots are programmed by each student using Lego Mindstorms. Students learn to build and gear their machine to get the most power from the motor. Basic math is used to find gear ratios and power. The robots are programmed with touch and light sensors to move, act and think on their own. Students can be involved with designing and building a large competition robot and participate in the Robotics Team extracurricular program during that term. This is an excellent course for the college bound students interested in science and engineering careers. Pioneer Engineering, Design and Problem Solving The course will provide opportunities for students to explore creative designs and alternative solutions for problems using a design system approach. Students will design, fabricate, and evaluate solutions to technological problems in the same format as today s engineers. Student solutions may be entered in state and national design and engineering competitions. Possible topics include: solar powered vehicles, tower structures and bridge building. This is an excellent course for the college bound students interested in science and engineering careers. Huron & Pioneer 57

61 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Cosmetology Application & Interview This program is open only to those 11th grade students who have made a serious commitment to become professional cosmetologists. The Cosmetology program offered through the public schools prepares a student for employment in one of our nation s largest personal service industries. Students must enroll in the course for two school years plus summer sessions. The Cosmetology program prepares a student with the entry-level skills needed for employment in the beauty trades. Class work includes all skills required in the professional care and fashion of hair, nails and skin. 0.5 unit in Cosmetology may be used to satisfy the arts requirement. 1.0 unit of credit in Cosmetology may be used to satisfy the biological sciences graduation requirement. Off-site program offered at Huron Valley Beauty Academy, 2125 W. Stadium. Transportation is provided. Upon completion of the 1500 hours combined theory and clinical instruction, the student will be qualified to take the State Board of Cosmetology exam. 3 periods; 1.50 units per term Two Years Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Technical/Industrial C.O.E years old and concurrent enrollment in, or completion of, a CTE course related to the student s job placement. COE extends student-learning opportunities beyond the school building into the work place through supervised, part-time employment. The employer provides on-the-job supervision and evaluates the student's work performance. This course allows you to receive credit and get paid for your job. We will help you interview and find a job, or you may be able to receive credit for a job you already have. This course is taken along with a technical course (Auto Service Technology, Cosmetology, Graphic Communications, Homebuilding, or Hospitality Today) so you apply the skills learned in class to the job you have after school. Students may enroll any or all terms. Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week at their job. Hours of work will be after school and weekends. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Work Experience years old Work Experience extends student learning opportunities beyond the school building into the work place through supervised, part-time employment. The employer provides on-the-job supervision and evaluates the student's work performance. This course allows you to receive credit and get paid for your job. We will help you interview and find a job, or you may be able to receive credit for a job you already have. Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week at their job. Students may elect the course for up to 4 semesters. per term Huron

62 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Typical English Language Arts Offerings By Grade Level (course offerings may vary by school) Focus Areas Grade 9 Grade 10 LISTENING/SPEAKING Acting I & II Argumentation Speech & Communication TV & Radio Production I Acting I & II Argumentation Speech & Communication TV & Radio Production I & II LITERATURE/WRITING English 9 English 10 Humanities, African American English AC LANGUAGE English as a Second Language English as a Second Language Focus Areas Grade 11 Grade 12 LISTENING/SPEAKING Acting I & II Argumentation Speech & Communication TV & Radio Production I & II LITERATURE Literature, Short Readings Literature, Modern Readings LITERATURE/WRITING English AC English Language & Composition, AP Literature, African-American Humanities, African-American Literature AC Literature, American Literature, British Literature, Twentieth Century Literature, Women s I Literature, Women s II Modern Voices WRITING Composition Writing, Creative I & II Writing, Creative - Prose/Poetry Journalism I & II Writing for Publication: Newspaper Acting I & II Argumentation Speech & Communication TV & Radio Production I & II Literature, Short Readings Literature, Modern Readings English Literature & Composition, AP Humanities, Literature AC Literature, African-American Humanities, African-American Literature AC Literature, American Literature, British Literature, Twentieth Century Literature, Women s I Literature, Women s II Modern Voices Composition Writing, Creative I & II Writing, Creative - Prose/Poetry Journalism I & II Writing for Publication: Newspaper LANGUAGE English as a Second Language English as a Second Language LANGUAGE/LITERATURE Literature, Language & Film I, Literature as Film II Literature, Language & 59

63 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English as a Second Language I Standardized testing or teacher recommendation This class is for beginning level English language learners. It focuses on reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and culture. Students will learn these skills through relevant contexts such as school settings, social studies, science, and language arts. They will learn how to write several sentences on a given topic and how to write paragraphs. Placement determined by test results. per term Year Pioneer English as a Second Language I - Integrated Skills English as a Second Language I - Grammar & Writing Standardized testing or teacher recommendation; Must be enrolled in both sections Integrated Skills: Students are introduced to basic vocabulary and grammar in relevant contexts. During this class they will work on their reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar skills at a level appropriate for their level of English proficiency. Grammar & Writing: This class focuses primarily on American English grammar and writing skills. Students learn how to write several sentences on a topic and how to write paragraphs. Placement determined by test results. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Huron & Skyline English as a Second Language II Standardized testing or teacher recommendation This class is for intermediate level English Language Learners. This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, & culture. Students will learn these skills through relevant contexts such as social studies, science, and language arts. They will learn how to write for a variety of purposes. Students will also read and discuss short chapter books. Placement determined by test results. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

64 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English as a Second Language II - Integrated Skills English as a Second Language II - Grammar & Writing Standardized testing or teacher recommendation; Must be enrolled in both sections Integrated Skills: Students are introduced to vocabulary and grammar in relevant contexts such as social studies, science, and language arts. During this class they will work on their reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar skills at a level appropriate for their level of English proficiency. Grammar & Writing: This class focuses primarily on American English grammar and writing skills. Students will focus on writing skills such as: how to write paragraphs, short cohesive papers, and how to summarize. They will learn how to write for a variety of purposes. Placement determined by test results. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Pioneer English as a Second Language III Standardized testing or teacher recommendation This class is for higher level English language learners. This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, & culture. Students will learn skills and vocabulary through relevant contexts such as social studies, science, and language arts. They will read, discuss, and write about chapter books. Students will focus on writing skills such as: Independently creating cohesive paragraphs that develop a central idea with consistent use of grammatical forms, including a variety of sentence types & producing multiple paragraph essays that elaborate a thesis. They will learn more about doing research and how to cite sources. Placement determined by test results. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 61

65 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English 9 9 Huron & Pioneer: Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English language arts. Students study persuasion and propaganda; increase their literary analysis skills by studying a variety of authors and works, focusing on American literature; develop their composition skills by applying the writing process to character and memory sketches; focus on the social, regional, and functional varieties of American English. Skyline: This course focuses on world literature and writing. Novels and other supplemental materials will expose students to writing for a variety of purposes. Portions of this course are designed to correlate with social studies world history focus. This course is the first half of a two-year sequence to be completed in English 10 or English 10 Intensive. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline English Huron & Pioneer: Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English language arts. Students continue to increase their literary analysis skills by studying a variety of authors and works, including world literature; develop their composition skills by applying the writing process to essays of reflection, argumentation, and critical analysis; focus on the history of the English language. Skyline: Students become acquainted with some major American novels, short stories, drama and poetry. Emphasis is placed on both critical reading and the study of characteristics of various literary types. The course requires outside readings based on themes selected by the teacher and continual writing of formal essays. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

66 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English 10 Intensive 10 Students pursue an intensive study of the communication process as it applies to specific aspects of language arts. Using the same core curriculum as in English 10, students explore, with a greater degree of analysis and independence, the works of a greater variety of authors (world literature), genres, and composition forms; engage in guided outside readings based upon themes selected by the teacher; study and practice the prose forms of description, narration, and exposition; focus on the history of the English language. This course may be taken in place of English 10. It is the second half of a two-year sequence begun in English 9 or English 9 Intensive (Skyline). Many students who elect this course will pursue English AC (Huron) or AP English Language & Composition (Pioneer) as juniors and AP English Literature & Composition or Humanities Literature AC as seniors. English 10 and English 10 Intensive are combined (Huron). Students wishing Intensive credit are expected to do additional assignments that enhance and expand their work in English, at Skyline requirements include peer tutoring and a culminating project. Skyline students must enroll in English 10 and later will participate in the online course work to get Intensive indicated on their transcript. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Year Pioneer English 11 (A) English 11 (B) 11 Students will engage in a research intensive writing portion of this course resulting in student ability to formulate strong and meaningful research questions, conduct 21st Century research and use the multiple resources available online. This course will prepare students for the research intensive nature of post-secondary study in multiple fields. Additionally, students will be exposed to classic literature as well as influential 21st century writing. Students will understand the importance of a variety of texts and be able to analyze the significance of different genres and texts. per term 2 Terms Skyline 63

67 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English AC 11 English 10 Students pursue a rigorous curriculum in which they read mature literature, discuss it analytically, and develop ideas in their own writing. Readings include classical and modern drama, fiction and poetry. The course is designed for students with special interest in, and talent for, English. They should be able to read rapidly and accurately and write with fluency and minimal language difficulties. Students who do well in another English course the first term may join the sequence in the second term. As seniors, enrolled students frequently elect AP English Literature & Composition or Humanities Literature AC. At Pioneer this course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Pioneer English 11 Language and Composition AP 11 English 10 Students will engage in a rigorous study of English composition and literature. The course is aligned with the AP requirements and will assist with successful completion of the High School Advance Placement English exam. Students will participate in class discussions, listen to lecture, engage in group work and critical thinking exercises. Multiple writing exercises will improve student writing proficiency. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination for college credit at one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May Trimesters 2 Terms Skyline Huron & Pioneer English 12 (A) English 12 (B) 12 Students will experience a variety of genres and styles of literature. The course will explore various types of literary criticism and challenge students to conduct college-level writing in a variety of types. per term 2 terms Skyline

68 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English Literature & Composition, AP 12 Students study a blend of advanced composition and literature. Students read literature ranging from classic to modern including American, British, and translated works; practice advanced composition skills, participate in group discussions, listen to lectures; engage in group work; present ideas before the class. Some class assignments are designed to resemble test questions on the Advanced Placement Test. This course is equivalent to a freshman college course but offered in a high school setting. Students will benefit if they have also elected English 10 Intensive and English AC in grade 11. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Composition This writing course focuses on the development of expository writing skills. Work includes concentration on sentence variation, paragraph development, and essay organization. Students progress from free writing to the finished essay. At Huron & Pioneer, this course is not offered to 9th graders. Huron & Pioneer Writing, Creative I This course is designed for students who have a strong interest in writing both poetry and prose. Critiquing, revising, and learning what professionals say about writing are important elements of the class. Students may be required to keep a writer s journal. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 65

69 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Writing, Creative II Creative Writing I Students write nearly every day, study various types of poetry and prose, revise and critique their own work and the works of others, and keep a writer s journal. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Writing, Creative - Poetry This course is designed for students who are interested in reading and writing poems. Over the course of the term, student engage in critical readings of poems by a diverse collection of writers and, through discussion and other exercises, work to make sense of relationships between form, technique, function, and meaning. Students explore their own poetic voices by writing a variety of poems (e.g. sonnet, villanelle, pantoum, rhymed couplets, free verse, etc.) for a variety of audiences. Students are expected to share their poems with each other in workshopping sessions and to offer insights into their classmates poems, as well. Student may be required to complete a collections of poems, a portfolio project, or another poetry-related project by the end of the term. Huron & Skyline Writing, Creative - Prose This course is designed for students seriously interested in writing and writers. This course examines the art of writing fiction in a number of genres, including character sketch, point-of-view piece, the short-short story, the short story, and humorous prose. In examining the elements of style, characterization, form, point of view, and dialogue, students read and analyze selections from the works of a number of major 20th century writers. Huron

70 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Journalism I Journalism II These are writing courses with emphasis on learning the principles of journalistic news and feature writing. Stories are usually submitted to the school newspaper for possible publication. Students also study the newspaper, the publication process, media law, and the role of the press in a democracy. each each Huron & Pioneer Writing for Publication - Newspaper Students study the newspaper and participate in the publication process. They learn the skills of publishing, including copyreading, headline writing, layout and photography. Requirements include writing assignments for the publication. per term Year Huron & Pioneer Writing for Publication - Yearbook Students participate in the production of the yearbook from theme selection through printing and distribution of the finished product. Throughout the year, students are involved in photography, sales and advertising, page layout, photo scanning, interviewing and writing. All students will learn how to write headlines, captions, and use expository writing to create articles. They will be expected to use these writing skills to contribute to the yearbook. They will also edit and peer edit. All students will learn how to use InDesign desktop publishing software. Students are expected to put in additional hours outside of class in order to meet deadlines. During a workshop in June, students learn yearbook basics (including writing and InDesign) and help create the cover. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 67

71 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Writing in the Community Writing in the Community is a class that meets once a week at The Neutral Zone from 7-9pm on Thursday nights. During the class, students spend time doing writing and performance exercises, critiquing each other's poetry and organizing and working on community events through The VOLUME Poetry Project like The Ann Arbor Youth Poetry Slam and Poetry Night in Ann Arbor. In addition, students work on creating the youth literary magazine NO COMMENT and on producing performance poetry books and CDs. In addition to the weekly two-hour meeting, students taking the class for credit must spend at least 3 hours outside of class each week working on their own writing, helping to organize and promote VOLUME events and attending the literary events in the community. This class can be taken for English or speech credit. Pioneer Literature, Language and Students work individually at a pace established by teacher and student to improve basic language and literature skills. Students develop skills in reading, writing, and listening. They read short works by American authors as well as excerpts and condensed versions of literary classics; they focus on writing coherent compositions. Course may be repeated once for credit upon approval from the teacher and counselor. per term 2 Terms Huron Literature, Modern Readings Students study readings of modern work representing various types of writing that reflect contemporary themes and problems. There is more emphasis is on the aesthetic aspects of the readings than on critical analysis. Novels are the main literary form. Writing assignments include answers to prepared study questions and papers in response to the readings and/or class discussions. per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer

72 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Literature, Short Readings Students focus on the regular careful reading of various types of relatively short modern works. The readings include short stories, plays, fiction, and nonfiction. There is more emphasis on aesthetic aspects of the readings than on critical analysis. There is concentrated focus on written communication. Students will write short papers in response to the reading, as well as answer prepared study questions in writing. per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Literature, American Students become acquainted with some major American novels, short stories, drama and poetry. Emphasis is placed on both critical reading and the study of characteristics of various literary types. The course requires outside readings based on themes selected by the teacher and continual writing of formal essays. Not open to students who have completed English AC (Huron ) or AP English Language & Composition (Pioneer). per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Literature, African-American This course is designed for students who have an interest in African-American literature. Students will engage in critical reading, thoughtful discussion, and formal and personal forms of writing related to the readings. Its emphasis is on a deeper understanding of novels, autobiographies, plays, short stories, and poetry by well known African-American writers. Not open to students who have completed African-American Humanities Literature AC (Huron). per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer 69

73 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Humanities, African-American Literature AC Humanities, African-American History AC 11 12* Must be enrolled in both sections Traditional areas in U.S. history and literature are covered from an African-American perspective. An interdisciplinary approach is used incorporating African-American literature, art, music, and culture throughout the curriculum. This course utilizes a variety of materials and class activities including lectures, discussions, use of primary materials and projects. Research and reading outside the text are required both terms. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. The course content covers a brief review of early American history with focus on the late 1800 s to the present. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement. This course will also meet the one-credit literature requirement for graduation. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Pioneer, Skyline* (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Humanities, African-American English AC Humanities, African-American History AC 10* Must be enrolled in both sections Traditional areas in U.S. history and literature are covered from an African-American perspective. An interdisciplinary approach is used incorporating African-American literature, art, music, and culture throughout the curriculum. This course utilizes a variety of materials and class activities including lectures, discussions, use of primary materials and projects. Research and reading outside the text are required both terms. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement beginning with the Class of This course will also meet the one-credit English 10 requirement for graduation. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms *Huron (Grade 10-12), Pioneer (Grade 11 & 12), Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only)

74 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Literature, British In this course students read novels, poetry and drama by British writers, ranging from 11th Century to 20th Century. Emphasis is on critical reading as well as the study of various literary types. The course requires outside readings based on themes selected by the teacher and continual writing of formal essays. Not open to students who have completed English AC (Huron). per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Humanities, Literature AC Humanities, Social Studies AC 12 Must be enrolled in both sections Huron and Pioneer: This course is designed for high school seniors who wish to study recognized classics of the Western world in an interdisciplinary setting. These works are read against a cultural background of art, music, and intellectual history, and in a chronological sequence. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. The course covers major works of art, music, literature, and economic and political philosophers central to Western Civilization. An attempt is made to integrate these disciplines chronologically in order to make the student aware of the impact of one discipline upon the other. The formal lecture is used extensively, together with small group discussions. Skyline: This course is designed for high school senior who wish to study recognized classics of both the Western and Eastern world in an interdisciplinary setting. These works are read against a cultural background of art, music, and intellectual history. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and form an expository writing. The course covers major works of art, music, literature, and economic and political philosophers central to our world. An attempt is made to integrate these disciplines in order to make the student aware of the impact of one discipline upon the other. Students enrolling are expected to take both terms. Completion of the full year fulfulls the one-credit literature and 0.50 credit western civilizations graduation requirements (for Huron & Pioneer). There is no prerequisite to enroll in Humanities AC, but it is recommended that students planning to elect it will have taken at least one literature course. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 71

75 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Literature, Shakespeare 12 In this elective literature course, students will study the life, times, language and writings of William Shakespeare. Students will be involved in actively creating meaning from Shakespeare's plays. Students should expect some text analysis, but a majority of the course will be devoted to realizing Shakespeare's play through acting exercises, updating language, and relating Elizabethan issues and struggles to their modern day equivalents. Students will write, rewrite and perform sections of the pays we study. Skyline Literature, Twentieth Century * This course is designed for students interested in modern literature. They study modern classics, popular fiction, science fiction, personal narrative and contemporary poetry. Students write formal papers related to issues raised in the readings and class discussion. Outside readings based on themes selected by the teacher are required. At Skyline, this course is open to 10th graders. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer (Pioneer Grade 12 Only), & Skyline Literature, Graphic Novels Often neglected in the English canon, graphic novels (or comic books as they are often called) are gaining acceptance for the legitimate, often insightful portrayals of modern issues. Because of the rich contribution graphic novels have made to literature, students will study the birth and growth of the graphic novel and explore various graphic novels from a variety of world cultures. Of particular emphasis will comparing eastern versus western modes of and meaning in graphic novel storytelling. Skyline

76 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Literature, Women s This is a year-long course that focuses on literature written by women and about women, with a focus on gender roles and issues. Using modern novels and authors, the course explores the unique challenges and experiences women faced throughout history and across cultures. Topics covered will include women s literature as a unique genre, theories of feminist criticism and the historical basis for the texts read. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Acting I Students explore introduction to basic acting, voice, and movement. They study the contribution of technical theatre in staging and dramatic literature. A student performance of an in-class one-act play is the culminating class activity. per term Huron & Pioneer Acting II Skyline-Acting 1 & Theatre I - Huron & Pioneer Students focus on voice and movement skills; character identification; the development of spontaneity through listening, reacting, concentrating, and thinking as a character within the framework of a script. Students participate in acting exercises as well as short individual and group scenes. A student performance of an in-class, one-act play is the culminating class activity. This course may be repeated for credit. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline- only) 73

77 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Film I, Literature as 12 Huron & Pioneer: Students study the motion picture as a means of self-expression in the same manner that they would explore a literary form in a creative writing or literature class. Emphasis will be placed on film history including cinematic culture and criticism. Students will view representative film classics. Huron & Pioneer Film II 12 Students study the motion picture as a means of self-expression in the same manner that they would explore a literary form in a creative writing class or literature class. Emphasis will be placed on specific directors, genres, cinematic culture and criticism. Students will view representative film classics as well as popular modern film examples. Huron & Pioneer Argumentation Students study persuasive public speaking and debate. The focus is on research, outlining, presenting and supporting logical arguments in a debate setting. Students study speech organization, persuasion strategies and delivery techniques. They evaluate content and delivery of speeches. Students gain experience defending their arguments when questioned by their "opponents and class by using evidence, critical thinking, and listening skills. Students participate in various public speaking assignments ending with a formal team debate. This course may be used to meet the speech graduation requirement. At Skyline, this course is not offered in the 9th grade. Huron & Pioneer

78 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Speech and Communication Students study the communication process. They focus on the fundamentals of oral language and develop a communication literacy. Students participate in a variety of speech activities, such as interviews. Students prepare speeches by selecting and researching topics, organizing ideas and information, and presenting speeches for specific audiences. Students evaluate content and delivery of speeches. Huron & Pioneer TV and Radio Production I Students learn about radio and television by writing, directing, reading, acting, and crewing radio and television productions. They learn to understand these media regarding their role, scope, practices, and techniques as providers of news, information, education, entertainment, and sports. Moreover, students develop visual literacy, i.e., they learn criteria by which they can evaluate what they hear and view regarding its value relative to its purpose. No Speech requirement. Huron & Pioneer TV and Radio Production II TV & Radio Production I Students write, direct, edit, and produce radio and television shows for school and community use. Cable TV and local radio stations serve as outlets for student produced material. Critical analysis of TV and radio are incorporated into the production process. After school production work is expected for this class (5 hour minimum per week). No speech requirement. Huron & Pioneer 75

79 HEALTH HEALTH Public Health Health & Wellness This class is designed for juniors and seniors who have 1). successfully completed health and wellness and 2). who are interested in pursuing a career in one of the many domains of public health. Students will work with each other and various public agencies to explore the dynamics of the world of public health. Students will be required to complete a research project that is data driven and offers a unique solution to a contemporary public health issue. Contact and partnerships with community agencies will be a mandated part of the course. Regular peer evaluations will be a part of the grading process as well as serve as an introduction to the multi faceted communications necessary for public health problem solving. There will be off campus meeting sites. Class size will be limited therefore factors for admittance will include the following: 1). past attendance record 2). mimimum of 90% in health and wellness 3). driver s license 4). interview with health and wellness instructors 5). two recommendations from teachers. Goals and Objectives: To provide an interesting, dynamic course in Public Health. To expand on the issues discussed in Health and Wellness. To provide an avenue for students to explore and interact with community agencies. To enable students to identify, invest and apply problem solving skills to their own lives. Provide students a forum to explore and resolve a health issue that they feel is important. Provide students with the opportunity to partner with our community resources. Pioneer (Pioneer-Grade 12 Only) & Skyline

80 HEALTH & WELLNESS HEALTH & WELLNESS Health and Wellness This course has four main units of study. The units will explore topics including, but not limited to: Emotional Development /Mental Health - Personality and emotional development; stress and stress management;anger and anger management;development and influences on a healthy self concept; theories of emotional development; discrimination; mental health & mental illness. Substance Use - Experimentation;social use; abuse; addiction; media s influence; families of chemicals; physical, psychological and emotional effects on the individual, family and social structure; legal issues; relations to mental and physical illness; advertisement. Contemporary Risks & Behavior - Social, domestic, child, sexual and dating violence; social influences; media s influences; family influences; chemical influences; discrimination and objectification. Human Sexuality - Anatomy; physiology; emotional aspects; social aspects; contraception; STI s; sexual violence; sexual risk taking; substance abuse and sexual health; media; sexual discrimination; characteristics of healthy relationships; family structures and dynamics; dating. Consistent with the State Board of Education, parents have the right to review all materials used in the reproductive health unit. Parents should contact the teacher to do so. Parents also have the right to remove their child from this portion of the class without penalty to the student. The student will be given an alternative, individual assignment during this section of the course. Parents should contact the principal and teacher in writing to do so. Required for graduation. At Pioneer and Huron students will complete a minimum of 20 online hours, which may be applied toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement for the class of 2011 and beyond. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 77

81 NOTE: All courses may not be offered every semester; the offering of any course is dependent upon sufficient enrollment. MATHEMATICS COURSE REQUIREMENTS During grades nine through twelve, each student must earn four credits by completing a four-year mathematics sequence. Additionally, as part of the enhanced graduation requirements, the State requires all students to take a mathematics course their senior year. This may be a dualenrollment course. Specifically, the Michigan Merit Core specifies the four credits in mathematics to include: * Algebra I * Geometry * Algebra II * 1 additional math or math-related class With the range of courses available, each student should be able to select a mathematics course for each year which best meets his/her interests and needs. Information on support services is available from department members. All courses utilize graphing calculators. While calculators are available for classroom use and may be checked out from the book depositories at Huron and Pioneer, we encourage students to purchase their own calculators to ensure regular access. Middle and high school mathematics teachers can offer recommendations for the specific calculator that will best suit a student s needs. MATHEMATICS Typical Mathematics Sequences Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Algebra Integrated & Algebra 1/3 Algebra I & Algebra I Support Algebra I Geometry Algebra 2/3 & Algebra 3/3 Geometry & Geometry Support Lab Geometry Algebra II Option to move to D or E Geometry & Geometry Support Algebra II 1/4 & Algebra II 2/4 Algebra II Option to move to A or B C. Math Analysis Option to move to E or F D. Math, Advanced Option to move to G only 78 Algebra II & Algebra II Support Algebra II 3/4 & Algebra II 4/4 A. Math, Advanced B. Math, Analysis E. Statistics, AP F. Calculus AB, AP G. Math Analysis COURSE SELECTION The student and his/her parents/guardians are encouraged to discuss options with and request recommendations from the student s mathematics teacher and counselor in order to develop a plan of action for assuring success. Through open communication a best program can be decided collaboratively, whereby the student can simultaneously experience the enjoyment of a challenge, confidence in one s ability to do mathematics, the excitement of success, and the development of a positive self image. Geometry AC Algebra II AC Note: Students may change levels when appropriate Math Analysis AC Option to move to H, I or J H. Calculus AB, AP I. Calculus BC, AP J. Statistics, AP CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Note: Students may use a combination of two of the following courses to satisfy one-half (.50) unit of the mathematics graduation requirement (each course below is equal to 1/4 unit of Mathematics.) Drafting 1, 2, & 3 Drafting, Architectural Technology, Metals 1 & 2 Technology, Machine Tool Homebuilding Electives: Computer Science Computer Science, AP Statistics, AP Accounting 1 & 2, Computer

82 MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS Algebra I 9 Pre-algebra course; and teacher recommendation This is a comprehensive first-year algebra course that follows the state s high school content expectations, known as the HSCE s. The course begins with the development of the real number system and operations on the real numbers. Topics include open sentences in one and two variables, systems of equations, graphing of linear functions, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, radicals, quadratics equations and functions, and all other topics in the HSCE s. Upon successful completion of Algebra I, students typically elect Geometry. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Algebra I Support 9 Teacher recommendation; and concurrent enrollment in Algebra I The Algebra I Support class will center on building Algebra I skills of students enrolled in Algebra I and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Algebra I course. Algebra I Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement. 0.5 unit per term 1 or 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Algebra Integrated (year one) Algebra I - 1/3 (year one) Algebra I - 2/3 (year two) Algebra I - 3/3 (year two) 9 10 This is a two year math class comprised of four terms. The first term includes pre-algebra concepts along with skill building topics. Teacher recommendation This two year course will cover the State of Michigan mandated objectives (HSCE s) for a first year algebra class as mentioned in the course description for Algebra I.. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Two Years Huron & Pioneer 79

83 MATHEMATICS Algebra I - 1/3 Algebra I - 2/3 Algebra I - 3/3 9 Teacher recommendation This three term course covers the same topics as Algebra I. Students will have more time to understand, practice and master Algebra I concepts. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion fo this course, students typically elect Geometry 1/3, 2/3 or Geometry 3/3. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 1/3 unit per term 3 Terms Skyline Geometry Algebra I or equivalent This course integrates the basic concepts of plane and solid geometry, introduces logic, proof, constructions, and trigonometry, and strengthens algebra skills. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Algebra II. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Geometry Support Teacher recommendation; and concurrent enrollment in Geometry The Geometry Support class will center on building Geometry skills of students enrolled in Geometry and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Geometry course. Geometry Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement. 0.5 unit per term 1 or 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer

84 MATHEMATICS Geometry - 1/3 Geometry - 2/3 Geometry - 3/ Algebra I or equivalent This three term course covers the same topics as Geometry. Students will have more time to understand, practice and master Geometry concepts. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Algebra II 1/3, 2/3, 3/3. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 1/3 unit per term 3 Terms Skyline Geometry AC 9 Algebra I or equivalent; and teacher recommendation This course integrates the basic concepts of plane and solid geometry, introduces logic and trigonometry, and strengthens algebra skills. It is designed to include all of the topics normally taught in Geometry but in greater depth and more intensive pace. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Algebra II AC. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Algebra II Geometry This is an advanced algebra course which includes number systems, review of linear sentences, polynomials, rational expressions, systems of equations and inequalities, introduction to functions, coordinate geometry, exponents, logarithms, trigonometry, conic sections, graphing calculator usage, and some theory of equations, sequences, probability, and statistics. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Advanced Mathematics or Math Analysis. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 81

85 MATHEMATICS Algebra II Support Teacher recommendation; and concurrent enrollment in Algebra II The Algebra II Support class will center on building Algebra II skills of students enrolled in Algebra II and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Algebra II course. Algebra II Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement. 0.5 unit per term 1 or 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Algebra II - 1/4 (year one) Algebra II - 2/4 (year one) Algebra II - 3/4 (year two) Algebra II - 4/4 (year two) Geometry or equivalent This four term advanced algebra course covers the same topics as Algebra II. Students will have more time to understand, practice and master Algebra II concepts. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Advanced Mathematics. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Years Huron &Pioneer

86 MATHEMATICS Algebra II - 1/3 Algebra II - 2/3 Algebra II - 3/ Geometry or equivalent This three term advanced algebra course covers the same topics as Algebra II. Students will have more time to understand, practice and master Algebra II concepts. This course is aligned with the state s high school content expectations. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Advanced Mathematics. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 1/3 unit per term 3 Terms Skyline Algebra II AC 10 Geometry AC This course is designed for students with above average interest in mathematics who plan to study college calculus in high school. Algebra II AC is more theoretical than previous mathematics courses and covers polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, radical, and circular functions; porbability; sequences and series; trigonometric identities; introduction to matrices; and graphing calculator usage. Upon successful completion of this course, students may elect Math Analysis AC. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Trigonometry, Applied 10 Applications using trigonometry: This one term course is deigned to expand a students understanding of trigonometry concepts, and then to us trigonomentry to solve a variety of real world problems. Students will be introduced to spherical trigonometry, expand their understanding of vectors, basic trigonometry, the law of sines and cosines, half-angle, double angle, and arc formulas, and parametric equations. Applications will involve surveying, astronomy, and navigation. per term Skyline 83

87 MATHEMATICS Computer Science First year Algebra; Geometry desired; computer experience; Some programming experience desired but not necessary. This course serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming using the programming language as tested by the College Board on the Advanced Placement Test. Other languages and environments may be included as well. The topics covered by this course are: 1) The history and development of object oriented languages and their use as modern-day programming tools; 2) Topdown, stepwise refinement of a problem/task. This will include learning how to flowchart a process and how to develop an algorithm; 3) How to use data structures to store information; 4) Sorting data using computer algorithms 5) Structured programming techniques versus object-oriented programming; 6) Technological "current events." Students may be encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Test in Computer Science at the end of the course. per term 2 Terms Huron & Skyline Computer Science, AP Geometry; Second-year Algebra; Should already be able to write programs in C/C++. This course is meant to build upon the skills developed in the Computer Science course. Using primarily the programming language as tested by the College Board on the Advanced Placement Test, students will experience a rigorous exploration of the theory and associated techniques of object-oriented computer programming. Topics will include: 1) The history and development of the object-oriented approach to computer software engineering; 2) How to utilize the object-oriented aspects of a programming language to achieve its full potential as a programming tool; 3) How the AP computer language is related to other popular object-oriented programming languages; 4) Future developments in object-oriented programming languages and computer programming in general. Other languages and environments may be included as well. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron & Skyline Math, Senior Advanced Algebra II or equivalent Senior Advanced Mathematics bridges the gap between a second year algebra course and a pre-calculus or Math Analysis course. Topics previously covered in Algebra II are presented in greater depth and breadth, including coordinate geometry, conics, inequalities, functions, sequences and series, trigonometry, logarithms, complex numbers, and probability. Graphing calculators are used throughout the course. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

88 MATHEMATICS Math Analysis Algebra II Jurniors who wish to take Calculus BC as seniors shuld take Math Analysis AC; otherwise, they should take Advanced Mathematics. Those juniors who take Advanced mathematics may take Math Analysis (Huron & Pioneer). Pioneer offers a course which combines Math Analysis and Physics. Refer to description of Physics - Analysis. Students who have taken algebra II and plan to take Calculus should take Math Analysis or Math Analysis AC; otherwise, they should take Advanced Mathematics. Those juniors who take Advanced Mathematics may take Math Analysis (Huron & Pioneer). At Skyline, students that take Advanced Mathematics should take Math Analysis the following year. Pioneer offers a course which combines Math Analysis and Physics. Refer to description of Physics - Analysis. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Math Analysis AC Algebra II AC This course is designed for students with above average interest in mathematics who plan to take AP Calculus while in high school. This course includes some review of advanced algebra, the graphing calculator, sequences and series, probability, matrices and determinants. New topics and extensions include mathematical induction, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and circular functions, DeMoivre's Theorem, vectors, polar graphs, limits and derivatives. Upon successful completion of this course, students may elect Calculus BC/AP, Calculus AB/AP or Calculus BC. Upon successful completion of this course, students usually elect Calculus AP/AB. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Physics: Mechanics - Analysis Geometry and Algebra II This course combines the curriculums of Physics and Math Analysis. The physics curriculum provides a wonderful application for many of the topics covered in analysis. An emphasis is placed on showing how many math ideas and concepts are used in science. Amongst these are vectors, sequences and series, limits, introductory calculus (applied maximum/minimum, time rates of change, simple integration), exponential growth and decay, trigonometry, and circular functions. Laboratory work and experiments are the chief method used to study Newtonian Physics. In addition, an emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Pioneer 85

89 MATHEMATICS Statistics, AP Math Analysis or Math Analysis AC This course has four major themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. The goal of the course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Statistical Data Analaysis, Business 11 Concurrent enrollment in the Business, Marketing, & Information Technology Magnet. This statistics course is designed to provide students with the basic concepts and methods of statistical analysis. Topics presented include, statistical summary measures, probability, data distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression analysis, and their applications to business problems. Students will use Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to organize and analyze data. per term Skyline Calculus AB, AP Math Analysis or Math Analysis AC This course includes topics normally found in a first semester college level Calculus and Analytic Geometry course; limits, derivatives, integrals and their applications. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

90 MATHEMATICS Calculus BC, AP 12 Math Analysis AC This rigorous course is designed to include all the topics outlined by the College Entrance Examination Board for the BC Calculus Advanced Placement Examination. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 87

91 M U S I C MUSIC Band, Jazz Audition / Skyline-No Audition Jazz Band is open to all qualified saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, piano, bass and percussion players. This course provides opportunities for the performance of outstanding jazz literature and the study of jazz styles, history, and improvisation. This band performs in numerous concerts throughout the year. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year (Huron & Pioneer) (Skyline) Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Jazz Lab Concurrent enrollment in concert ensembles (piano and guitar instrumentalists are exempt) Jazz Lab is open to all interested instrumentalists. This course provides development of the basic skills in tone production, articulation (Jazz) and music reading. A vast majority of the time will be used to learn scales and scale patterns (permutations) associated with the genre of Jazz. Students will also learn the art of jazz improvisation and will master the basic understanding of how to and what to use for jazz improvisation. This course will delve into the history of Jazz in America. Students will have written assignments and tests. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Pioneer

92 MUSIC Band, Varsity - Woodwind Band, Varsity - Brass & Percussion, Skyline-Audition These courses provide development of the fundamentals in tone production, articulation, music reading and scales. Varsity Band provides all interested students who play wind and percussion instruments an opportunity to study and perform a variety of music. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals and appearances within the community when appropriate. Skyline: This class is for Varsity band members who do not wish to march in the marching band at Skyline. The band appears in concert programs and festivals throughout the year. Placement audition required (Pioneer only). Students may participate in band camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. At Skyline, this ensemble combines with the Concert Band to become the Marching Band and performs at all home JV Football games. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Band, Concert Audition This course is open to wind and percussion instrumentalists. The Concert Band curriculum teaches technical, rhythmic, listening, translative, analytical, and performance skills through advanced literature in a historical and multi-cultural context. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals and appearances within the community when appropriate. Skyline: This class is open to Symphony and Concert band members who do not wish to march in the marching band at Skyline. All students will be placed in Varsity, Concert or Symphony Band for trimester 2 and 3. Placement audition required. Students may participate in band camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. At Huron and Pioneer, placement audition is required. Members participate in one varsity football game performance with the Symphony Band. At Skyline, this ensemble combines with the Varsity Band to become the Marching Band and performs at all home JV Football games. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 89

93 MUSIC Band, Symphony Audition This select group of wind and percussion instrumentalists is our finest ensemble in wind music performance. The Symphony Band curriculum teaches technical, rhythmic, listening, translative, analytical, and performance skills through the most advanced literature in the band repertoire in a historical and multicultural context. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals and appearances within the community when appropriate. Skyline: This course is open to wind and percussion instrumentalists. During 1st trimester this class is open to any student (varsity/concert/symphony) that wishes to march in the marching band at Skyline. This band will march at all home Varsity Football games and appears in concerts and festivals throughout the year. During trimester 2 and 3 members of this ensemble will participate in full orchestra during the class period. After school rehearsals and performances are required. All bands participate in band camp in August at Interlochen Arts Camp. All students will be placed in Varsity, Concert or Symphony Band for trimester 2 and 3 based on their Spring audition. Students participate in band camp in August at the Interlochen Center For The Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. At Huron, Pioneer & Skyline, the Symphony Band is the Marching Band during the fall quarter and appears at all home varsity football games. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Orchestra, Philharmonic Philharmonic Orchestra is open to all traditional orchestra string instrumentalists. The emphasis is on building basic individual and ensemble skills, to build musical strength and sensitivity, and to prepare the students for membership into the Concert or Symphony Orchestra. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Huron & Skyline

94 MUSIC Orchestra, Philharmonia - Violin Orchestra, Philharmonia - Viola/Cello/Bass This orchestra is open to string instrumentalists in grade 9 only. During the day, this orchestra rehearses in two sections: Violins in one class hour, and Lower Strings (viola, cello, bass) in another class hour. In the evening once each month, both classes combine for one combined orchestra rehearsal. During the day, students study both orchestral music and music composed for their specific instrument, i.e., etudes and solos. The Philharmonic Orchestra performs throughout the year, and many performances occur outside school hours. Students may participate in orchestra camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michgan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Pioneer Orchestra, Concert Audition Concert Orchestra is open to all string instrumentalists in grades 9-12 who pass the audition. The scope of the class is to perform some great literature and fine-tune technical and musical skills in preparation for membership into the Symphony Orchestra. This ensemble rehearses three days a week as a string orchestra. The string players are joined twice a week by wind, brass and percussionists, recommended by the band director, from the Concert Band after marching season ends. Students may participate in orchestra camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. s per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Orchestra, Chamber This orchestra is open to string instrumentalists. Students in either Philharmonic, Concert, or Symphony Orchestra are invited to participate in the Chamber Orchestra as a second ensemble. Emphasis is placed on small ensemble performances, such as duets, trios, quartets, and quintets. In addition, this ensemble rehearses as a large string orchestra. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Skyline 91

95 MUSIC Orchestra, Symphony Audition This orchestra is a select group of string, wind, brass, and percussion players who perform symphonic orchestra literature. Membership in this class is determined by audition. This ensemble rehearses as a string orchestra three days a week; wind and percussion players join the string orchestra twice a week to rehearse as a full orchestra. Students may participate in orchestra camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Chorus, Cantare Men s Cantare is open to all men who are interested in singing, grades Students develop vocal technique and music literacy, as the students perform literature from a variety of styles and time periods. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals, and appearances within the community when appropriate. Students may participate in the choir camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Chorus, Cantando Women s Cantando is open to all women who are interested in singing, grades Students develop vocal technique and music literacy, as the students perform literature from a variety of styles and time periods. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals, and appearances within the community when appropriate. Students may participate in choir camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

96 MUSIC Chorus, Bel Canto Select Women s Audition Bel Canto is a select women s choir, comprised of students in grades 9-12 who have demonstrated superior musical ability. Students will study music written for treble voices from a variety of musical time periods and styles. This class is designed for the self-motivated singer who is interested in preparing and performing at a high level. The student must be ready to pursue advanced music-reading skills. Performance are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals, and appearances within the community when appropriate. Students may participate in choir camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Chorus, A Cappella Select Mixed Audition A Cappella is an advanced, select mixed chorus of women and men, grades 9-12, who have demonstrated superior musical ability. Students will study advanced choral literature written for mixed voices in four to eight parts from a variety of musical time periods and styles. The student must be ready to pursue advanced music-reading skills. Members will study many styles of choral literature, including major works. Members are expected to participate in Solo & Ensemble and Honors Choir. Performances are an integral part of the music curriculum, which may include concerts, festivals, solos, ensembles, recitals, and appearances within the community when appropriate. Students may participate in choir camp in August at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, Michigan. After school rehearsals and performances are required. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Voice Voice class students will learn to sing using healthy vocal technique for the young adult voice. Students will study vocal literature encompassing folk songs, musical theater, jazz standards, operetta excerpts, and classical art songs. Students sing alone and in small ensembles in a master class format. Open to all students, grades No prerequisite. Skyline: This course is for those who would like to improve their natural voice and increase their knowledge of singing. It is open to beginners as well as those who have had voice lessons, or who have had experience in choral groups. Emphasis will be on fundamentals of singing, solo work, with time given for individual instruction and practice. Voice class focuses primarily on solo singing of classical and contemporary genres. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 93

97 MUSIC Piano This course is designed for the students who wish to learn to read music and play the piano or wish to continue previous study of the piano. Students at all levels of performance skills may enroll. Emphasis will be placed on improving performance skills and reading music. Each student will receive individual coaching. Time for practice will be a part of the course design. This course meets 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Guitar I Each student will learn to play the classical (nylon-stringed) guitar, learn to read music notation and guitar tablature, and will obtain a rudimentary understanding of various guitar-playing styles, with an emphasis on the classical style. No experience on the guitar is necessary. This course meets 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Guitar II Guitar I Each student will learn to play the classical (nylon-stringed) guitar. Students will expand upon techniques learned in Beginning Guitar, and will also learn new techniques, with an emphasis on the classical style. Students will be expected to know basic note- and rhythm-reading, basic cords, and basic right hand technique (p, i, m, a). This course meets 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

98 MUSIC Guitar III Guitar II Each student will learn to play the classical (nylon-stringed) guitar. Much of the learning will be done independently, with guidance from the instructor. Students will be expected to have full knowledge of note- and rhythm-reading, basic scales, basic chords, barre chords, and right hand technique (p, i, m, a). This course meets 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. May be repeated for credit. Huron & Pioneer Music Theory and Technology I Students will be introduced to the creative use of music technology and the fundamentals of music using the latest electronic music equipment such as: synthesizers, computers, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) keyboards, sequencers, and the appropriate software. Students will learn to use the equipment through a hands-on lab experience and to create their own compositions. Areas of instruction will include the fundamentals of music notation, ear training, theory, composition and the basics of synthesizing sound and MIDI sequencing. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. This class meets daily and may be repeated for credit. per term Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Music Theory and Technology II Music Theory & Technology I A continuation of Music Theory and Technology. Students will be introduced to the creative use of music technology and the fundamentals of music using the latest electronic music equipment such as: synthesizers, computers, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) keyboards, sequencers, and the appropriate software. Students will learn to use the equipment through a hands-on lab experience and to create their own compositions. Areas of instruction will include the fundamentals of music notation, ear training, theory, composition and the basics of synthesizing sound and MIDI sequencing. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. This class meets daily and may be repeated for credit. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 95

99 MUSIC Music, African American Culture Music, African American Culture is a music course open to all students of all musical abilities. The purpose of the class is to study the musical and cultural influence of African-Americans, from their West-African roots to the present day, on American musical styles. Attention will be given to the mixing of these components with traditional European influences to shape American musical genres such as Ragtime, Old Time, Blues, Dixieland, Jazz, Gospel, Doo-Wop, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Funk, Fusion, Hip Hop, and Pop/Rock. Specific musical techniques (both vocal and instrumental) to be successful in these musical styles will be addressed. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. This class meets daily. Pioneer Music Theory AP Instructor approval or successful completion of music theory assessment Students will study the tools used in reading, writing, and listening to music. The course will focus on vocal and instrumental compositions primarily from , though 20th century contemporary music will also be explored. Students will engage in score analysis, sight-singing, aural recognition (including rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation), composition, and fundamental keyboard harmony. This course meets the State of Michigan Fine Arts graduation requirement. per term Year Pioneer

100 P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N PHYSICAL EDUCATION Personal Fitness I - Co-Ed Personal Fitness I - Female (Skyline) Personal Fitness I - Male (Skyline) This required course involves instruction and practice in planning, implementing and evaluating an individualized fitness program. The course will focus on understanding the basic concepts of flexibility, cardiovascular and muscular endurance and strength through instruction and practice. The emphasis of this course will be on lifetime health related fitness. Required for graduation. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Personal Fitness II - Co-Ed Personal Fitness II - Female (Skyline) Personal Fitness II - Male (Skyline) Personal Fitness I This is a more advanced program of physical training for the student seeking significant progress in strength, quickness, cardiovascular efficiency, and flexibility. Huron & Pioneer Conditioning, Basketball I For students from beginner to advanced. This course involves instruction and practice of fundamentals and techniques. Instruction and practice of conditioning activities, drills, officiating concepts, rules of the game, and competition. Huron & Pioneer 97

101 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Conditioning, Basketball II Basketball Conditioning I; and teacher recommendation For students with advanced skills and knowledge in the game of Basketball. This course involves advanced concepts, techniques, and competitive drills, with an emphasis on conditioning, weight training, and plyometric training. Huron & Pioneer Conditioning, Weightlifting and (Huron & Pioneer) Personal Fitness I (Skyline) For students from beginner to advanced. This course is designed to offer opportunities for the student seeking significant progress in strength, quickness, cardiovascular efficiency, and flexibility. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Dance, Aerobic For students from beginner to advanced. A variety of routines with emphasis on low impact, high impact, step and slide aerobics. Special emphasis on muscle toning, cardiovascular endurance and physical conditioning. Huron & Pioneer Sports, Lifetime I Instruction and experience in a variety of lifetime leisure sports. Sports may include frisbee, pickle ball, tennis, golf, disc golf, badminton, table tennis, and volleyball. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

102 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Sports, Lifetime II Lifetime Sports I Competition and advanced techniques for students who have completed Lifetime Sports I Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Sports, Team I Instruction, drills, and competition in traditional sports such as football, soccer, cardioball, basketball, volleyball, floor hockey, etc. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Sports, Team II Team Sports I Instruction, drills and competition in seasonal sports such as volleyball, basketball, track, softball, floor hockey, cardioball, team handball, flag football, etc. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Sports Medicine I This course provides knowledge and instruction of health occupations in sports. Theory and practical laboratory experiences are offered in the mechanics of sports injuries and preventive/protective measures. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 99

103 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Sports Medicine II Sports Medicine I The evaluation of fitness traits and prescriptions; knowledge of nutrition, sports psychology, ergogenic aids, biomechanics, and the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sport related injuries. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Swimming I - Co-ed Swimming I - Female Only (Skyline) Swimming I - Male Only (Skyline) For students from beginner to advanced. This course is designed to offer opportunities for stroke refinement, analysis and practice, fitness swimming, water games, synchronized swimming, diving and other water related activities based on need. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Swimming II - Co-ed Swimming II - Female Only (Skyline) Swimming II - Male Only (Skyline) This course will focus on basic instruction in the following strokes; free style, back stroke, breast stroke, and butterfly. We follow American Red Cross swim instruction model using levels 1-7 for student assessment. Huron & Skyline

104 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Swimming, Life Guard Must be 15 years old and pass swim test This course will prepare life guard candidates to recognize emergencies, respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and other incidents. The course also teaches other skills individuals need to become a professional life guard. Qualifying swim test includes: 500 yard swim, submerge to a depth of 13 ft and retrieve a 10 lb object, tread water two minutes using legs only. Upon completion of this course participants will receive American Red Cross Life Guard Training, First Aid and CPR certification. Pioneer & Skyline Swimming, Water Safety Instructor Preparation for instruction in all phases of swimming. American Red Cross WSI certificate is conferred upon successful completion of course Life guarding Certificate and must be 17 years old before class ends Pioneer & Skyline 101

105 SCIENCE 102 MINIMUM SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS For the Classes of 2011 & beyond, three units of science credit one unit of Biology, one unit of Chemistry or Physics, plus one additional unit of credit must be earned, in the span of grades 9-12, to meet the graduation requirement. CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION The following vocational courses may be substituted for part of the district s science graduation requirement. NOTE: No student may use career and technical education courses to satisfy more than one credit of the two credit science graduation requirement. Vocational Course: Health Sciences Technology Cosmetology Electronics, Basic May Be Substituted for: 1 unit of Biological Science 1 unit of Biological Science 1/2 unit of Physical Science SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE The student s decision about which science course to elect should be made with a view toward the science courses which he or she will elect in grades To assist the student in this matter, listed below are suggested sequences of science courses. The student is encouraged to invite his/her eighth grade science teacher to recommend an appropriate science course for grade nine. Students preparing for careers in science should, as a minimum, ordinarily complete a four-year sequence that includes courses in earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics. Typical Science Sequences for Huron & Pioneer Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Biology Geophysical Science AC Earth Science Chemistry, AP Chemistry Physics, Conceptual Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics Biology, AP Physics, Conceptual Ecology & Resource Management Typical Science Sequences for Skyline Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Science, Integrated AC I Trimester 1 & 2 Science, Integrated AC II Trimester 3 Chemistry: Sustainable/Green Science Inquiry Science elective Chemistry, AP Chemistry: Sustainable/Green Chemistry II: Sustainable/Green Science elective Physics C: Mechanics, AP Biology, AP Science elective

106 SCIENCE SCIENCE Biology Biology Support 9 The course emphasizes the use of laboratory investigations to discover important facts, principles and interrelationships involved in the science of living things. It is designed to provide a solid background in biology. Content incorporates units on cell diversity, structure, division and energetics in addition to units on genetics, biotechnology, evolution and ecology. This course is required for 9th graders. Proficiency in this course is required for graduation. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond or 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Biology, AP 12 Biology; and Chemistry or AP Chemistry (Huron & Pioneer) Integrated Science AC II; and Chemistry (Skyline) Huron & Pioneer: This is a challenging second-year course for able students with a keen interest in biology. A college textbook is used, and the depth of the material studied is typical of a first-year college course. Emphasis is placed on laboratory investigations as students consider aspects of molecular and cellular biology, organismic biology, ethology, evolution, and ecology. Skyline: This is a college level course in introductory biology, which expands on the concepts introduced in Integrated Science AC I & II. Emphasis will be placed on special laboratory techniques, data interpretation, and application of concepts. Areas of biology covered are: cellular structure, process and functions; genetics; DNA technology, evolution, ecology, botany, microbiology, embryology and anatomy and physiology. Enrollment in AP Biology should be based on previous excellent work in Biology and Chemistry. AP Biology should not be considered as a substitute for Physics by students planning careers in science; it and Physics may be taken concurrently in grade twelve. The nature of the course may require the student to spend some extra time in the laboratory. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 103

107 SCIENCE Earth Science This course takes an inquiring view of the planet earth in its environment in space. Course content is drawn from the fields of astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, geography, soil science, and ecology. It is a laboratory course which, just as biology, may be used in meeting college admission requirements. Because of considerable overlap in subject matter, credit cannot be earned in both Earth Science and Geophysical Science AC. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Year Huron & Pioneer Geology Integrated Science AC II This class will study a wide variety of science areas such as rocks and minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, mountain building, glaciers, astronomy, meteorology and plate tectonics in advance study. Students will apply principles of Geophysical Science to their world to explain how and why it works. This course will prepare all students to be scientific thinkers and environmentally responsible citizens. This course is available starting the 3rd trimester of the 10th grade year. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Skyline Geophysical Science AC 10 Geometry and Algebra II This is a challenging course designed for able students with a keen interest in science. A strong background in mathematics is essential. Basic principles of geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, physics, and chemistry are covered. Laboratory activity is a part of the course. The course is intended to be part of a four-year sequence of science courses, beginning with biology in grade nine. After Geophysical Science AC, students are expected to select AP Chemistry in the 11th grade. Because of considerable overlap in subject matter, credit cannot be earned in both Earth Science and Geophysical Science AC. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Year Huron & Pioneer

108 SCIENCE Ecology and Resource Management 12 (Huron & Pioneer) Integrated Science AC II (Skyline) Huron & Pioneer: This course is designed to develop the student s appreciation and scientific understanding of his environment. Course content emphasizes basic ecological principles and problems involving land and peoples relation to it. Laboratory and field studies, as facilities permit, are important aspects of course work. Skyline: This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of human impact on earth's environment. The cause and effect of current issues, particularly in our community are emphasized. Students are expected to analyze issues and propose solutions. Topics include Ecosystems, energy, air and water pollution, land use, and waste management. These topics are explored using current events, lecture, labs, hands-on work outdoors and possible field trips. This course does not meet the Biology requirement. At Huron & Pioneer, this course is only offered during the 12th grade. per term Year (Huron & Pioneer) (Skyline) Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Environmental Science Integrated Science AC II This course will be an in-depth study of environmental systems and concepts. Topics studied include the structure, function, and changes that effect ecosystems. Global and physical systems such as ecosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere will be investigated. Finally human interactions and impact on the environment will be discussed. Laboratory activities will be real-world based and involve students in the design and analysis of scientific experiments in their environment. Skyline 105

109 SCIENCE Chemistry Chemistry Support Algebra I & Geometry Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties, its composition, and how and why it reacts and changes. The laboratory is used extensively as a means to discover and develop understanding of the facts, principles, and theories that are the framework of this science. Laboratory exercises are a vital part of the course and will be required each term. Since a quantitative, mathematical approach is used frequently, success depends upon the ability to use mathematics. Chemistry is generally elected in the 11th grade, but it is also open to seniors. Students must earn a D or higher to continue in the second term of this course. This course is required in the third trimester of sophomore year before AP Chemistry can be taken in 11th grade (Skyline). This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond or 0.75 unit per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Chemistry: Sustainable/Green Integrated Science AC II This course is an introduction to the world of Green Chemistry. Students will be exposed to real world example of environmental/green chemistry while being introduced to the basis of life and matter. This course will provide a conceptual understanding of chemistry terminology and an introduction to hands on chemical analysis and will provide a foundation for students to take Chemistry AP or Advanced Green Chemistry. On June 26, 2000, Daryle Busch, president of the American Chemical Society said, Green chemistry represents the pillars that hold up our sustainable future. It is imperative to teach the value of green chemistry to tomorrow's scientists.' (Color Me Green. Chem Eng. News 2000, 78(28) This course is required in the third trimester of sophomore year before Chemistry AP can be taken in 11th grade. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Skyline

110 SCIENCE Chemistry II, Sustainable Green (A) Chemistry II, Sustainable Green (B) Sustainability/Green Chemistry This course is a continuation of Sustainability Chemistry. The fundamental relationship between cause and effect in chemistry is deeply explored while adhering to the 12 principles of green chemistry. The curriculum goal is to spark students' interest in chemistry in general and to introduce students to the newest way of approaching chemical process. Topics covered include: bonding, gas laws, solutions, acids/bases, thermodynamics, and organic and nuclear chemistry. Topics include labs that will assist students in developing skills in inquiry problem solving, teamwork, and the role of decisions maker when environmental decisions are often difficult and require higher order thinking. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 2 Terms Skyline Chemistry, AP Chemistry Lab, AP (Huron & Pioneer) Teacher recommendation; and must enroll in both sections of this course (Huron & Pioneer) Chemistry: Sustainability/Green (Skyline) and teacher recommendation Geophysical Science AC (Huron) Huron & Pioneer: This first year college course begins at the same point as Chemistry, but studies the content in greater breadth and depth. There is greater emphasis on theory and a mathematical quantitative approach, to the level of Math Analysis AC. A college textbook is used. Skyline: This is a college level class offered to students who have achieved above average grades in Chemistry: Sustainability/Green and who have a genuine interest in chemistry. The same areas covered in Chemistry: Sustainability/Green will be covered but in much greater depth with emphasis on problem solving and descriptive chemistry. The laboratory work will be more quantitative. The lab section does not earn credit. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. 2 periods; per term (Huron & Pioneer) 1 period; per term (Skyline) Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 107

111 SCIENCE Physics, Conceptual Algebra I This course is a descriptive approach to physics for students with less of a mathematics background. It is a survey course about topics such as light, sound, force, momentum, and gravity. It focuses on developing an understanding of physics through real world applications and hands-on activities. This course satisfies the State of Michigan graduation requirements for Physics. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Students must successfully complete the first semester of Conceptual Physics to enroll in the second semester. per term 2 Terms Huron & Pioneer Physics: Mechanics 12 Geometry and Algebra I The course involves a heavy emphasis on the laboratory and a quantitative, mathematical approach in developing an understanding of physical laws and theories by which they are explained. Topics studied include mechanics and wave motion. The course is strongly recommended for all students planning careers in science or engineering, but its value is not limited to students with such plans. A working knowledge of algebra and geometry is essential to success in the course. Students must earn a D or higher to continue in the second term of this course. This course does not satisfy the State of Michigan graduation requirement for Physics. per term Year Pioneer Physics 12 Geometry and Algebra I The course involves a heavy emphasis on the laboratory and a quantitative, mathematical approach in developing an understanding of physical laws and theories by which they are explained. Topics studied include mechanics, wave motion, sound, optics, heat, electricity, and electromagnetism. The course is strongly recommended for all students planning careers in science or engineering, but its value is not limited to students with such plans. This course satisfies the State of Michigan graduation requirements for Physics. A working knowledge of algebra and geometry is essential to success in the course. Students must earn a D or higher to continue in the second term of this course. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron

112 SCIENCE Physics II - Mechanics Integrated Science AC II; and Algebra 2 This course provides an in-depth advanced study of mechanics, the study of force, motion, momentum, and energy, including vectors and quantitative methods. Students learn laboratory investigation, scientific writing, and complex problem-solving skills. Students are challenged to learn how things work in the world around them. There will be a strong focus on using technology to study and report scientific findings. The course will culminate in a unit on Biomimetics, the physics of mechanical systems that mimic biological systems, with support from the University of Michigan Compliant Systems Design Lab. A working knowledge of algebra and geometry is essential to success in the course. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Skyline Physics II - Light and Waves Integrated Science AC II; and Algebra II The first part of this course covers the physics of light. Topics in geometrical optics include ray analysis of mirrors, lenses, prisms, and optical systems. Topics in the physical properties of light including polarization, interference, diffraction, the photoelectric effect, wave/particle duality, and quantum model of light. The laboratory explores optics through experiments in imaging, fiber optics, diffraction, and polarization. The second part of the course covers the physics of cell phones and wireless communicatin, including transmitting and receiving radio waves, analog and digital signals, the design of cellular telphone networks, and encryption. A working knowledge of algebra and geometry is essential to success in the course. This course will offer an apportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Skyline Physics, II- Electricity and Magnetism Intergrated Science AC II Algebra 2 This course will study topics in electricity and magnetism including electric fields, electric potential, circuits, resistors, capacitors, magnetic fields, induction, motors, and generators. The labroratory develops a conceptual understanding of the physics of circuits and electromagnetism through hands-on inquiry. As a capstone, students will build a circuit and program a microprocessor to create an embedded controller that solves a practical problem. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Skyline 109

113 SCIENCE Physics C: Mechanics, AP 12 AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC (Huron & Pioneer) Math Analysis and concurrent enrollment in Calculus. (Skyline) Huron & Pioneer: The course begins at the same point as Physics, but the depth of the material studied is typical of a college course; a college textbook and calculus are used in the course. Topics considered in greater depth than in Physics include rotational and translational aspects of mechanics, oscillations, gravitation, and kinetic theory. Skyline: This is a calculus-based college level course in introductory physics, including a thorough investigation of mechanics and an introduction to electricity and magnetism, modern physics and relativity. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term Year Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Physics: Mechanics - Analysis Geometry and Algebra II This course combines the curriculums of Physics and Math Analysis. The physics curriculum provides a wonderful application for many of the topics covered in analysis. An emphasis is placed on showing how many math ideas and concepts are used in science. Amongst these are vectors, sequences and series, limits, introductory calculus (applied maximum/minimum, time rates of change, simple integration), exponential growth and decay, trigonometry, and circular functions. Laboratory work and experiments are the chief method used to study Newtonian Physics. In addition, an emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term Year Pioneer

114 SCIENCE Science, Integrated AC I (A) (trimester one) Science, Integrated AC I (B) (trimester two) Science, Integrated AC I (C) (trimester three) 9 ACIS I provides an integrated unique offering to the natural sciences predominantly at an accelerated pace. Rather than being organized around the historical progression of biology, earth science, chemistry and physics, the ACIS curriculum is organized around the kinds of mathematical models that are use in describing and understanding the world around us. Students will be provided with a unified and powerful approach to thinking about science, while at the same time being exposed to the richness and diversity of the different disciplines. Each trimester the curriculum concludes with a capstone offering the opportunity to investigate advanced topics at the forefront of science today. per term Year Skyline Science, Integrated AC II (A) (trimester one) Science, Integrated AC II (B) (trimester two) 10 Integrated Science AC I ACIS II provides a continuation of the integrated unique offering to the natural sciences predominantly at an accelerated pace. Rather than being organized around the historical progression of biology, earth science, chemistry and physics, the ACIS curriculum is organized around the kinds of mathematical models that are use in describing and understanding the world around us. Students will be provided with a unified and powerful approach to thinking about science, while at the same time being exposed to the richness and diversity of the different disciplines. Each trimester the curriculum concludes with a capstone offering the opportunity to investigate advanced topics at the forefront of science today. per term 2 Terms Skyline Anatomy and Physiology Integrated Science AC II This is a specialized course in the study of the human body and how it works. The focus is on the structure and function of the major systems of the human body: muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems. Advanced laboratory techniques will be utilized to take an in-depth look at the wonder and complexities of the human body. Skyline 111

115 SCIENCE Forensic Science I Integrated Science AC II and S/G Chem 1 Forensics Science is a one term science elective. The application of integrated science will introduce students to the application of science to the law. The major topics of study will include observation skills, crime-scene investigation and evidence collection, study of hair, fibers, textiles, fingerprints, handwriting analysis, casts and impressions and blood and blood spatter. 1 term Skyline Forensic Science II 12 Forensic Science I Forensic Science II is a second level course in forensic science where students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of chemistry, biology, physics, earth science, math, and psychology. Advanced topics will include: arson and explosions, forensic anthropology and entomology, DNA fingerprinting, drug identification and toxicology, glass evidence, tool marks, ballistics, crime scene reconstruction, criminal profiling and a final capstone crime scene project. 0.5 unit 1 term Skyline Science Inquiry 10 Integrated Science AC I & II The course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to master and develop their science inquiry skills in Biology and Physics that may not have been mastered in ACIS according to state curriculum standards. The course will allow students to consider real world applications of science content and to explore questions through the process of inquiry. Skyline

116 SCIENCE Astronomy Integrated Science AC II This course will take an in depth look at the cosmos, with topics such as black holes, stellar processes, and the structure of the galaxies and the universe. Space travel, history, and issues in space exploration will be explored. Skyline Marine Systems Integrated Science AC II This course will explore the wonders of marine life and ecology. Both vertebrate and invertebrate habitats and morphology will be studied. Students will learn to understand the inter-relationships of marine ecology and the organisms found in our oceans. Skyline Electronics and Nanotechnology Integrated Science AC II & Science Inquiry This class will be a minicourse in Electricity and Magnetism. It will also cover basic electronics, how computers work and investigations in nanotechnology and why there is the drive to keep making things smaller and smaller. Skyline 113

117 SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES Law * 12 This course will focus on an examination of the purpose of law; fundamental principles and values underlying the U.S. Constitution; laws and legal systems; principles and procedures related to criminal law; the juvenile justice system; principles and procedures related to civil law; and current issues and controversies related to law and the legal system. This course will be an elective option. Huron, Pioneer & *Skyline (Skyline Grade 11 & 12 Only) Law, Advanced 9* 10 11* 12 Law This course will focus on an examination of the purposes of law; fundamental principles and values underlying the Constitution, laws and legal systems of the United States; principles and procedures related to criminal law; principles and procedures related to civil law; current issues and controversies relating to law and the legal system. The material covered in Law will be reviewed briefly. While similar topics will be covered, they will be covered in greater depth. Less attention will be paid to defining crimes and more attention will be given to examining real cases and social problems. At least one mock trial will be held. Short papers will be required. At Skyline, this course is not offered during the 10th grade. Huron (Huron Grades 9-12), Pioneer (Pioneer Grades 10-12) & Skyline (Skyline Grade 11 & 12 Only) Economics This course is designed to promote the understanding of basic economic concepts on the local, national, and international level. It will also explore the roles of consumers and producers. Throughout this course students will learn from discussions, research, and interactive activities. This course is required for graduation for the class of 2011 and beyond. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

118 SOCIAL STUDIES Economics, Business This course is designed to help students become better participants in the economics process. The course draws upon a number of real-world events and problems to introduce and apply economic concepts. Students learn basic economic principles as well as business operations. The students learn how to operate their own business, prepare a business plan, conduct market research, raise capital, produce and sell product, and maintain records. Credit given toward the Business Magnet. per term Skyline Economics, Business - Special Topics This course will study and research topics of current concern to faculty and students. Credit given toward the Business Magnet per term Skyline Micro Economics AP AP Microecomonics is a one semester (18 week) college-level course that provides an introduction to the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the economic system. Topics that will be discussed and examined in-depth will reflect the material included in the AP Microeconomics Course Description from the College Board. The course provides particular emphasis on the function of consumers and producers within the economic system. The course also offers analysis of the markets in which consumers and producers interact as well as non-market economics. The course also prepares students to take the AP Microeconomics exam.!! 0.50 Huron, Pioneer and Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) 115

119 SOCIAL STUDIES Macro Economics AP AP Macroeconomics is a one semester (18-week) college-level course that provides an introduction to the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. Topics that will be discussed and examined in-depth will reflect the material included in the AP Macroeconomics Course Description from the College Board. These include an analysis of national income and its components, economic indicators, inflation and unemployment, money and banking, stabilization policies, and the United States and world trade. The course emphasizes the study of national income, price determination, economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics. The course also prepares students to take the AP Macroeconomics exam. s Huron, Pioneer and Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Government, U.S. 11 This course offers special emphasis on the purposes of government, the historical evolution of the American political system, the U.S. Constitution, the branches of the national government, the elective process, and a review of state and local government. The course is required by state law and is a graduation requirement of the Ann Arbor Public Schools. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (3rd Tri of 10th Skyline) Government and Politics, U.S. AP The course is designed to give students a critical perspective on politics and government. This course involves both the study of general concepts used to interpret United States politics and the analysis of specific case studies. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that make up the American political reality. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline 2 Trimesters)

120 SOCIAL STUDIES Civilizations, Western Through an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating history, art, and music. This course will examine the major influences in the development of early western civilizations. Students will examine the impact of geography, significant people, economic and political forces, religion, art, folk traditions, science and technology on the development of early western civilizations. Reading, note-taking, listening, writing, and critical thinking are important for success in the course. This course will be an elective option. per term Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Civilizations, Western - Modern Through an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating history, art, and music. This course will examine the major influences in the development of modern western civilizations. Students will examine the impact of geography, significant people, economic and political forces, religion, art, folk traditions, science and technology on the development of modern western civilizations. Reading, note-taking, listening, writing, and critical thinking are important for success in the course. This course will be an elective option. per term Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Civilizations, Non-Western This course promotes an interdisciplinary approach that will examine the major influences on the development of cultures in specific regions of the world. Students will examine the impact of geography, significant people, economic and political forces, religion, folk traditions, science and technology. In this course one of the following areas will be studied: Africa, Asia, Latin America, or Middle East. Reading, note taking, listening and critical thinking are important for success in the course. This course will be an elective option. per term Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only 117

121 SOCIAL STUDIES History and Geography, U.S.-English as a Second Language LI or HI ELPA Language Proficiency Level *Not Available to Basic ELPA Proficiency Level Students This course is designed to meet the English language learning needs, provide the necessary cultural and historical background knowledge, as well as facilitate the U.S. History content demands for the English language learners at an LI or HI ELPA language proficiency level. Students will discover American history beginning with the formation of the American nation and conclude with experiences of the United States in the modern era. American geography will also be a focus, including both state and physical maps, and the influence of geography on American growth. An emphasis will be placed on skills relating to graph, table, chart and image interpretation to assist students with their comprehension of history information. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement for 10th graders. per term Year Huron History and Geography, U.S Huron & Pioneer: The historical development of our nation is studied to help students know how its social, cultural and political institutions developed. Students will, therefore, comprehend the causes of the problems which exist in contemporary society. Attention will be given to an analysis of the effects of the unique multiethnic/multicultural composition of this country s population on the evolution of its national history. The first term covers a brief review of early American history to reconstruction and focus is on the late 1800s through the Great Depression. The second term covers the development of modern America through the 20th century to the present. Research projects and reading outside the text are required both terms. The course content covers a brief overview of early American history with focus on the late 1800 s to the present. Skyline: The historical development of our nation is studied thematically to help students know how its social, cultural and political institutions developed. Students will, therefore, comprehend the causes of the problems which exist in contemporary society. Attention will be given to an analysis of the effects of the unique multiethnic/multicultural composition of this country s population on the evolution of its national history. The course content covers a brief overview of early American history with focus on the late 1800 s to the present. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

122 SOCIAL STUDIES Humanities, African-American History AC Humanities, African-American Literature AC Must be enrolled in both sections Traditional areas in U.S. history and literature are covered from an African-American perspective. An interdisciplinary approach is used incorporating African-American literature, art, music, and culture throughout the curriculum. This course utilizes a variety of materials and class activities including lectures, discussions, use of primary materials and projects. Research and reading outside the text are required both terms. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement beginning with the Class of This course will also meet the one-credit literature requirement for graduation. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) History, U.S. AP This course undertakes a general survey of American history. It is distinguished from other high school American history courses in that it places emphasis on historiography, comparisons of historical interpretations, and the use of original resources. Students are expected to read a wide variety of materials and to pursue individual study. This course will focus on our country s major cultural, political and social institutions as well as the contributions and struggles of the people during the growth and development of the United States. The course also places a greater emphasis on writing. In his/her writing, the student is encouraged to use analytic techniques, to interpret data and points of view, to make generalizations; draw conclusions, to use footnotes and bibliography, as well as to improve skills in writing the essay. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Skyline 3 trimesters) 119

123 SOCIAL STUDIES Humanities, African-American History AC Humanities, African-American English AC * Must be enrolled in both sections Traditional areas in U.S. history and literature are covered from an African-American perspective. An interdisciplinary approach is used incorporating African-American literature, art, music, and culture throughout the curriculum. This course utilizes a variety of materials and class activities including lectures, discussions, use of primary materials and projects. Research and reading outside the text are required both terms. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement beginning with the Class of This course will also meet the one-credit English 10 requirement for graduation. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms *Huron (Grade 10), Pioneer (Grade 11 & 12), Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) History, American Studies AC American studies is an interdisciplinary approach to American History. Traditional areas in American history are covered but a greater emphasis is placed on social and intellectual history. Topics covered include reform movement, art and architecture, music, literature, education and others influencing our American heritage. The course utilizes a variety of kinds of materials and class activities including lectures, discussions, and extensive use of primary materials. Individual research and writing skills are emphasized. Research projects and reading outside the text are required both terms. This course will satisfy the U.S. History requirement for 10th graders beginning with the Class of This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond. per term Year Huron & Pioneer

124 SOCIAL STUDIES History and Geography, World 9 This course examines the world chronologically and thematically. The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand their connections to the development of civilizations. They will examine the past to prepare for their futures as participating members of a global community. Students will use knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion, ethics, diverse cultures, and humanities to address contemporary problems in academic, civic, social, and employment settings. This course is a graduation requirement. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Humanities, Social Studies AC Humanities, Literature AC 12 Must be enrolled in both sections This course is designed for high school seniors who wish to study recognized classics of the Western world in an interdisciplinary setting. These works are read against a cultural background of art, music, and intellectual history, and in a chronological sequence. Students are required to do concentrated reading of challenging materials and formal expository writing. The course covers major works of art, music, literature, and economic and political philosophers central to Western Civilization. An attempt is made to integrate these disciplines chronologically in order to make the student aware of the impact of one discipline upon the other. The formal lecture is used extensively, together with small group discussions. Students enrolling are expected to take both terms. Completion of the full year fulfulls the one-credit literature and 0.5 credit western civilizations graduation requirements (for Huron & Pioneer). There is no prerequisite to enroll in Humanities AC, but it is recommended that students planning to elect it will have taken at least one literature course. 2 periods; 1.00 unit per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 121

125 SOCIAL STUDIES History, European AP This course is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the history of Europe between 1450 and the present. The program prepares students for college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those made by freshman level college courses. Students will learn to assess historical materials -- their relevance to a given interpretive problem, their validity, their nature of bias, the point of view, and their importance -- and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. One major goal is to develop and practice the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions or informed judgments and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. Students will be required to apply the effort necessary to act as an historian. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Human Geography, AP 12 The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alterations of Earth s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. On successful completion of the course, students should be able to: use and think about maps and spatial data, understand and interpret the implications of associations among phenomena in places, recognize and interpret at different scales the relationships among patterns and processes, define regions and evaluate the regionalization processes, and characterize and analyze changing interconnections among places. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Skyline History, Current Too often we are inclined to look at history without assessing its relationship to current events from a global perspective. Conversely, we often experience and witness current events without understanding their roots and history. This course will allow students to investigate the historical roots of contemporary issues found in the realms of politics, economics, the media, popular culture, education and race and gender issues. Huron, Pioneer (Pioneer Grade 11 & 12 Only), & Skyline (Skyline Grade 11 & 12 Only)

126 SOCIAL STUDIES History, World in Film This is a class designed to look at how historical events are portrayed in film. We will view films related to different historical events and discuss their strengths and weaknesses in terms of portraying the events and the facts surrounding the events. s Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Philosophy 12 This course will examine some of the traditional and contemporary issues and problems of philosophy. Areas of consideration will include ethics, aesthetics, theories of knowledge, logic, freedom, responsibility, and the role of the individual in society. Students will read selections relating to these topics and analyze and assess their relative merits and flaws. Students will draft their own responses/arguments to the various philosophical issues raised. Critical thinking will be the focus. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Studies, African-American The purpose of this course is to develop an appreciation and understanding of African-American culture, its historical, political, and social significance and its impact on the total society. It deals with the African origin and leads up through 21st century America. Huron & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) 123

127 SOCIAL STUDIES Studies, Gender This course provides students the opportunity to examine current issues in relation to women and sex roles in general. Students will look at the roles women had, and were expected to have, as well as what occurred when women deviated from traditional roles and the consequences of that deviation for both men and women. Political, legal, religious and health issues are also discussed as they concern women and men historically and currently. The course takes a multicultural approach and utilizes a variety of class formats including lectures, discussions, and guest speakers. Primary source materials, book reports and a project are included in the course requirements. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Pioneer & Skyline - Grade 12 Only) Studies, Hispanic-American 12 The purpose of this course is to develop an appreciation and understanding of Hispanic-American culture, its historical, political, and social significance and its impact on the total society. It deals with the Hispanic origin and leads up through 20th century America. Skyline Global Relations, Modern This course will focus on significant topics in World History since the end of World War II. A major goal of the course is to encourage an understanding and evaluation of current world events in light of their historical background. Students will be expected to be reading current news publications in addition to assigned text materials and will be engaged in an examination of a key world conflict or problem throughout the course. At Skyline, this course is available during the 3rd trimester of the 10th grade year. per term Huron & Skyline

128 SOCIAL STUDIES Psychology Psychology is a survey course designed to clarify and build an understanding of ourselves, our peers, and other important relationships in our lives. The emphasis is placed upon learning the skills and approaches necessary to study human behavior and mental processes. This includes: how we learn to be ourselves, how we store memories and experiences, how we think, how our physical being effects our mind, factors motivating our behaviors, and learning basic skills to promote healthy relationships. At Pioneer & Skyline, this course is offered only to 11th and 12th graders. Huron, Pioneer & Skyline (Pioneer & Skyline - Grade 11 & 12 Only) Psychology, Applied Psychology This student-centered course personalizes the content and techniques from Psychology and applies them to our everyday life. Student-designed projects and interaction help build on our understanding of how best to absorb the importance of learning about human behavior and the consequences of our actions. Huron, Pioneer (Pioneer Grade 11 & 12 Only) & Skyline (Skyline Grade 12 Only) Peer Facilitating The purpose of the course is to prepare students to serve as peer facilitators. Skills are developed through the study and practice of communication skills, self-exploration exercises, and decision-making and problem-solving techniques. Students are involved in class and small group discussions and role-playing situations. Students also work in pairs in practice peer facilitating sessions which are video taped and presented to the class for feedback and discussion. The students select the topics to study and speakers from the community are brought in to aid in the study. Topics generally center around the issues of family communication, divorce, stress, depression, suicide, death and grief, substance abuse, dating, sexuality, and the building of self esteem. This course is open to second term 10th grade students. Huron & Pioneer 125

129 SOCIAL STUDIES Interpersonal Relations This course is designed to build an understanding of ourselves in relationship to others. The emphasis is practical rather than theoretical. Topics discussed include the development of the self-concept, defense mechanisms, and communication skills, changing patterns of human relationships, basic needs, and conflict management skills. The course utilizes a variety of materials and class activities to promote the practice and use of methods and skills that enable students to improve relationships with parents, siblings, co-workers and friends. Pioneer Sociology This course will allow students to look at the world in a much different way than they usually would. They will be looking at the world through the eyes of someone else. Students will use critical thinking and research methods to understand society through different points of view. Some topics to be discussed include crime, deviance, social control, social inequality, gender, racial and ethnic minorities, human relationships, family, the impact of groups on the individual, and social change. Students will have an opportunity to uncover the role they play in society and the role society has in shaping their identity. Skyline

130 VISUAL PERFORMING ARTS VISUAL PERFORMING ARTS Acting I Theater I (none for Huron & Pioneer) This course is designed for students who wish to extend their acting skills and expertise by engaging in concentration, observation, sensory skill, movement, articulation, and characterization exercises. Students will also read and analyze modern plays as well as perform, monologues, and scenes. This course fulfills the Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Acting II This course is designed for the committed theater student. It will emphasize strengthening creative abilities and increasing understanding of the dramatic process. Students will also explore the role of the theater in culture and society while reading and performing several great plays ranging from different periods of theatrical history: Greek, Elizabethan, Restoration, or French and Italian Renaissance. This course will also include improvisation, as well as written assignments. The course will culminate in a public performance of a play studied in class. This course fulfills the Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Theater I The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the power of the theater to reflect the world. The first part of the course will concentrate on the listening and communication skills necessary to develop the actor within and creating a safe environment in which each student can explore freely. Some of the activities students will participate in will include improvisation; pantomime; monologue and scene performance; basic set, lighting, and test analysis and the role theater plays in our society. This course fulfills 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term Skyline 127

131 VISUAL PERFORMING ARTS Theater Design I Theater I This course will focus on the design and practical application of technical theater. Students will study every aspect of technical theater including set design and construction, lighting design and construction, sound design and construction, costume design and construction and marketing techniques. This class will prepare students for performing arts productions. This course fulfills 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term Skyline Theater Design II Theater Design I, Theatre I This course will continue to focus on the design and practical application of all technical aspects covered in Theater Design I. A more in-depth focus will be placed on design. Students will be asked to create set and light designs. In addition, students in this course will be trained in the technical aspects of the auditorium and will have the opportunity to work for groups that use the auditorium. This course fulfills 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term Skyline Theater, Musical Acting I; and placement audition This course is designed for the vocal music student or theater student who wants to learn the unique techniques required for a musical theater performance. The course will culminate in a Broadway review performance. This course fulfills 0.5 unit of the State of Michigan Visual & Performing Arts requirement. per term Skyline

132 WORLD LANGUAGES Typical World Language Sequences Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 French II French III French IV French I German I or or or French II AC with teacher recommendation French III AC with teacher recommendation French IV AC with teacher recommendation German II German III German IV or or or German II AC with teacher recommendation German III AC with teacher recommendation German IV AC with teacher recommendation French Language, AP with teacher recommendation German Language, AP with teacher recommendation Latin I Latin II Latin III Latin IV Latin Literature, AP with teacher recommendation Mandarin Chinese I Mandarin Chinese II Mandarin Chinese III Pioneer & Skyline Mandarin Chinese IV Skyline Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV or or or Spanish II AC with teacher recommendation Spanish III with teacher recommendation Spanish IV AC with teacher recommendation Spanish Language, AP with teacher recommendation 129

133 W O R L D L A N G U A G E WORLD LANGUAGE course # will be provided Spanish, Business 12 Spanish 3 or Spanish 3 AC The course will highlight units using technology and business concepts. It will involve research on the Internet, written projects such as -- writing resumes, cover letters, and ads, role play of dialogues of business situations (for practice in fluency of the language) as well as vocabulary from the business world, technology and travel. Current events in the business communities of Hispanic countries will be read and discussed as well as cultural norms. An expectation will be to speak as much Spanish as possible during class. Also, more practice of the subjunctive and other Spanish grammar relevant to writing resumes, cover letters, s, etc. The course may culminate in a project where the student will research a chosen career through the Internet, find a position listed in the classified section of an Hispanic newspaper, research the economics of the city, write their resume and the salary they would ask for in the interview based on their research of cost of living, etc., of the area. 1 Trimester Skyline Chinese, Mandarin I This course serves as an introduction to Mandarin Chinese. The emphasis is on developing communication proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Chinese relating to everyday topics such as weather, sports, health, family, school, and food. Instruction and assessment will be aligned to District, state and national world language standards. Language study will be complimented by the study of traditional and contemporary Chinese culture. Reading and writing instruction will focus on simplified Chinese characters. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

134 WORLD LANGUAGE Chinese, Mandarin II Mandarin Chinese I This course serves as an introduction to Mandarin Chinese. The emphasis is on developing communication proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Chinese relating to everyday topics such as weather, sports, health, family, school, and food. Instruction and assessment will be aligned to District, state and national world language standards. Language study will be complimented by the study of traditional and contemporary Chinese culture. Reading and writing instruction will focus on simplified Chinese characters. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Chinese, Mandarin III (First Term) 11 Mandarin Chinese I & II Students will learn from chapter 11 to Chapter 15 in the textbook (Integrated Chinese) including talking about the weather, dining, asking directions, birthday party, and seeing a doctor. In two trimesters, students will be asked to say more Chinese about the daily life. Inaddition, they will be requested to type exact Chinese characters in limited time. Also, they will be introduced more authentic Chinese cultures in Chinese. per term 2 Terms Pioneer & Skyline Chinese, Mandarin III (Third Term) 11 Mandarin Chinese I & II Students will learn from chapter 11 to Chapter 15 in the textbook (Integrated Chinese) including talking about the weather, dining, asking directions, birthday party, and seeing a doctor. In two trimesters, students will be asked to say more Chinese about the daily life. Inaddition, they will be requested to type exact Chinese characters in limited time. Also, they will be introduced more authentic Chinese cultures in Chinese. per term 2 Terms Pioneer & Skyline 131

135 WORLD LANGUAGE Chinese, Mandarin IV (A) Chinese, Mandarin IV (B) 12 Chinese, Mandarin I, II, III Students will learn from Chapter 16 to Chapter 20 in the textbook (Integrated Chinese) including talking about dating, rating an apartment, sports, travel and at the airport. In two trimesters, students will be asked to say a lot in Chinese about daily life. Also, they will be introduced to more authentic Chinese cultures in Chinese credit per term 2 Terms Skyline French I The emphasis in French I is on acquiring basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Use of technology helps in the acquisition of these skills. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French II or French II AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline French II French I Continued study of the structure of the language but with a progressively greater emphasis on the acquisition of the four basic skills. By the end of the second year the student should have a basic knowledge of the principal structures of the French language. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French III or French III AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

136 WORLD LANGUAGE French II AC French I; and teacher recommendation Students with outstanding ability in French I are recommended for this accelerated course which may lead to Advanced Placement in French. Students in this course have more reading, writing and grammar than those in French II. At Huron, Pioneer & Skyline, French II and French II AC are combined. Students wishing AC credit are expected to do additional assignments that enhance and expand their work in French. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French III AC with teacher recommendation or French III. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline French III French II or French II AC In French III, students continue developing the four skills with further work on the grammatical structures of the language and continued acquisition of new vocabulary. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French IV or French IV AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline French III AC French II AC or French II; and teacher recommendation In this third year accelerated course, there is extensive work on the grammatical structures of the language. Cultural and historical materials may be included. Students are encouraged to use French in class. Students in this course have more reading, writing and grammar then those in French III. At Huron, Pioneer & Skyline, French III and French III AC are combined. Students wishing AC credit are expected to do additional assignments that enhance and expand their work in French. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French IV AC with teacher recommendation or French IV. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 133

137 WORLD LANGUAGE French IV French III or French III AC In French IV, there is continued development of the four skills with extensive review of grammatical structures. Various cultural readings are used and students are encouraged to speak in French. Upon successful completion of this course students should select French IV AC with teacher recommendation or AP French Language with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline French IV AC French III AC or French III; and teacher recommendation In this fourth year accelerated course, the emphasis is on the study of the French language and preparation for the Advanced Placement course. Strong emphasis is placed on gaining good control of French grammar and vocabulary. Students are strongly encouraged to use only French in class. Students in this course have more reading, writing and grammar than in French IV. At Huron, Pioneer & Skyline, French IV and French IV AC are combined. Students wishing AC credit are expected to do additional assignments that enhance and expand their work in French. Upon successful completion of this course students should select AP French Language with teacher reommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline French Language, AP 12 French IV or French IV AC; and teacher recommendation The AP French Language course stresses the use of French for active communication, emphasizing oral skills, composition, and grammar. The students may read current French magazines and newspapers as well as French literature. Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to understand spoken French in formal and conversational situations, and to express ideas both orally and in writing with reasonable fluency. Written compositions will be required. Students are required to use only French in the classroom. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

138 WORLD LANGUAGE German I The emphasis in German I is on speaking the language and on oral comprehension. Extensive use of technology helps in the acquisition of communication skills, which include reading and writing. Language production and active communication in all its forms is stressed. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German II or German II AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline German II German I In German II, basic grammar, vocabulary, and listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are emphasized. Various aspects of German culture also continue to be studied. Student language production is emphasized. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German III or German III AC with teacher reommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline German II AC German I; and teacher recommendation Students with outstanding ability in German I are recommended for this accelerated course which may lead to Advanced Placement in German. These students are expected to understand simple spoken German without difficulty, speak German with reasonable accuracy, to read and write at an AC level. Students in this class work more intensively and cover more grammar and language production than those in German II. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German III AC with teacher recommendation or German III. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 135

139 WORLD LANGUAGE German III German II or German II AC In German III, a general review of topics and vocabulary and grammatical structures is presented for the purpose of proficiency, comprehension and comprehensibility. Training in the organization and writing of short compositions and responding orally in clear German is emphasized. German culture, customs and some current events will also be studied. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German IV or German IV AC with teacher recommendation. Location for this class may be at Community H.S. due to enrollment. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline German III AC German II AC or German II; and teacher recommendation In this accelerated course a brief review of general grammar is presented, followed by intensive study of more complex grammatical forms and idiomatic expressions. All four language skills are stressed (listening, speaking, reading and writing) on an accelerated basis. German culture is presented through the study of current events, customs, and some German history. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German IV AC with teacher recommendation or German IV. Location for this class may be at Community H.S. due to enrollment. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline German IV German III or German III AC Extensive practice in production of spoken and written German is the primary focus of German IV. German culture and history are obtained from newspapers, magazines and short stories. Dialogues, summarizations, short reports and language production are emphasized by means ofreading and reports. Spoken German continues to be an integral part. Representative works of German authors may be read. Upon successful completion of this course students should select German IV AC with teacher recommendation or AP German Language with teacher recommendation. Location for this class may be at Community H.S. due to enrollment. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

140 German IV AC WORLD LANGUAGE German III AC or German III; and teacher recommendation In this fourth year accelerated course, primary emphasis is placed on advancing the students communicative skills through the study of advanced grammatical structures, writing of compositions, oral presentations and reading of authentic German materials, newspapers, magazines, short stories and excerpts of longer German works. Art, culture and current events are also studied. Students are encouraged to use German every day. Instruction is given primarily in German. Upon successful completion of this course students should select AP German Language with teacher recommendation. Location for this class may be at Community H.S. due to enrollment. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline German Language, AP 12 German IV or German IV AC; and teacher recommendation The AP German Language course is the culmination of the German language program that emphasizes speaking, reading and writing. The goal is a high level of proficiency in understanding spoken German in formal and conversational situations and in the use of vocabulary and grammar. Students should be able to read and understand selected newspaper and magazine articles, fiction and nontechnical writing. They should be able to express a variety of ideas orally and in writing by the end of the year. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. Location for this class may be at Community H.S. due to enrollment. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Latin I Students learn the grammar of the language in its simpler aspects. They read reports, view slides, and study elementary readings based on the daily life and mythology of the Romans. Emphasis is placed on English derivatives and common Latin expressions in English. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Latin II. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 137

141 WORLD LANGUAGE Latin II Latin I Students review the vocabulary and forms of Latin I. The remaining forms and grammatical constructions are studied. Vocabulary is enlarged and considerable reading is done. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Latin III. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Latin III Latin III Latin III will introduce authentic works of Latin prose and poetry. Through these readings, students will gain an in-depth understanding of Roman history, particularly during the transition from the Republic to Empire. Emphasis on acquisition of new vocabulary and mastery of grammatical structures will prepare students for Latin IV. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Latin IV. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Latin IV Latin III This course will introduce students to Latin poetry. Students who have completed Latin IV will be prepared for the Latin SAT II exam. Topics studied will include rhetoric, metrics, the figurative use of language and the analysis of poetry. These skills will be taught so that they may be used in the analysis of artistic English writing. The primary text studied will be Ovid s Metamorphoses, with an emphasis on the reception and transmission of mythology. Upon successful completion of this course students should select AP Latin Literature with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

142 WORLD LANGUAGE Latin Literature, AP Latin IV; and teacher Recommendation Two options are available for the AP Latin Literature course, depending on student need and interest. The default course is Latin Literature Catullus/Ovid,which builds on the groundwork laid in Latin IV and will prepare the students for analysis of literary texts at the college level. In certain circumstances Vergil may be offered, which will introduce the subjects and techniques of Roman epic poetry. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Etymology This is a class about words. Most students take a class like this because they want to succeed in school, on examinations, or in the professional world. In short, they want to build their vocabulary. In taking this class, students will indeed learn new words, but more importantly they will master the meanings of a wide variety of prefixes, word bases, and suffixes. Students will understand how words are built and will be able to use their knowledge to analyze and understand new words that they encounter outside the classroom. They will become sensitized to words and will have at their command a set of tools that can greatly increase their chances of success in life. Skyline Sign Language, American I 0.5 unit Pioneer 139

143 WORLD LANGUAGE Spanish I The foundations of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish are emphasized. Students will learn basic grammatical structures and acquire appropriate vocabulary. Students are introduced to various aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish II or Spanish II AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Spanish II Spanish I Students continue to study the structure of the language through listening, oral and written drills and more complex grammatical structures. This course includes conversation and a progressively greater emphasis is placed on the acquisition of reading and writing skills. The study of Spanish-speaking cultures continues. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish III or Spanish III AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Spanish II AC Spanish I; and teacher recommendation Students with outstanding ability in Spanish I are recommended for this accelerated course which may lead to Advanced Placement in Spanish. Students in this class work more intensively and cover more vocabulary and grammar than those in Spanish II. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish III AC with teacher recommendation or Spanish III. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

144 WORLD LANGUAGE Spanish III Spanish II or Spanish II AC In Spanish III students further develop listening, reading, writing and spoken communication skills. The basic structures are reviewed and more complex grammar is studied with continued presentation of Spanish-speaking cultures. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish IV or Spanish IV AC with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Spanish III AC Spanish II AC or Spanish II; and teacher recommendation In this third year accelerated course primary emphasis is placed on expanding speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. Grammar is reviewed as needed and more advanced grammatical structures are studied, accompanied by conversational practice incorporating extensive vocabulary acquisition. Spanish-speaking cultures are presented in a variety of ways. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish IV AC with teacher recommendation or Spanish IV. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Spanish IV Spanish III or Spanish III AC In Spanish IV, there is extensive review of grammar and practice speaking and writing Spanish. Students read about various dimensions of the Spanish-speaking cultures as well as cultural selections. Spanish language multimedia resources will also be used. Upon successful completion of this course students should select Spanish IV AC with teacher recommendation or AP Spanish Language with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline 141

145 WORLD LANGUAGE Spanish IV AC Spanish III AC or Spanish III; and teacher recommendation In this fourth level accelerated course primary emphasis is placed on perfecting linguistic skills through the study of advanced grammatical structures, compositions and oral presentations. Students in this class work more intensively. The students are expected to use Spanish every day. Materials dealing with art, literature and current events of Spanish-speaking cultures are incorporated. Upon successful completion of this course students should select AP Spanish Language with teacher recommendation. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline Spanish Language, AP 12 Spanish IV or Spanish IV AC; and teacher recommendation The AP Spanish Language course stresses the use of Spanish for active communication integrating oral skills with listening, composition and grammar. A variety of authentic multimedia resources are used. Students will give formal and informal oral presentations. Formal and informal writing is also required. The class is conducted in Spanish. Students are expected to speak Spanish in class. This course has preparation for the Advanced Placement examination, for college credit, as one of its objectives. However, students electing the course are not obligated to take the examination. AP testing occurs in May. per term 2 Terms Huron, Pioneer & Skyline

146 y MISCELLANEOUS ymiscellaneous AP Test Preparation and Capstone Project Registered for any Social Studies AP Exam This course will be offered to third trimester for those students preparing to take any Social Studies Advanced Placement exam. Students will also be required to complete a research project after the AP exams have ended. Skyline AVID Placement AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a program which seeks to identify those students who are underperforming despite the ability to consistently perform at high levels. Through a system of academic supports which emphasizes organization, study skills, writing, inquiry, collaboration and rigor, students are encouraged to enroll in high level courses with the goal of securing admission in a college or university. Students are further encouraged to fully participate in extra-curricular and leadership activities at Huron. per term Year Huron PASS 9 Placement The PASS (Personalized Academic Support for Students) program is designed to provide academic support to 9th grade students who are experiencing academic difficulty. Students will develop skills in organization, study habits, homework completion and test preparation. Huron counselors partner with counselors at feeder middle schools to identify students who are best candidates for the program based on performance and success in middle school. per term Year Huron 143

147 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) 144 LANGUAGE ARTS English 9 Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course satisfies the English 9 requirement and is comparable to English 9 # See English I Course Description below. s All High Schools English 10 Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course satisfies the English 10 requirement and is comparable to English 10 # See English II Course Description below. s All High Schools Literature, American Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course satisfies the third year language arts requirement and is comparable to American Literature # See American Literature Online Course Description below. s All High Schools

148 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Literature, British Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course satisfies the third year language arts requirement and is comparable to American Literature # See British Literature Online Course Description below. s All High Schools History and Geography, World Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the world history requirement and is comparable to World History and Geography # s All High Schools Economics Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course meets the economics requirement and is comparable to Economics # s All High Schools 145

149 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Government, US Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course meets the US Government requirement and is comparable to US Government # s All High Schools Algebra 1 Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course contains the same topics as Algebra 1 # s All High Schools Geometry Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course contains the same topics as Geometry # s All High Schools

150 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Algebra II Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course contains the same topics as Algebra 2 # s All High Schools Math Analysis Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course contains the same topics as Math Analysis# s All High Schools Biology Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the biology requirement and is comparable to Biology # s All High Schools Marine Science Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the requirement for a science elective. s All High Schools 147

151 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Chemistry Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the physical science requirement and is comparable to Chemistry # (Note that 100% online chemistry is not available.) s All High Schools Physics Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the physical science requirement and is comparable to Physics # (Note that 100% online physics is not available.) s All High Schools Web Page Desing I Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course is comparable to Web Page Design I # s All High Schools

152 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Web Page Desing II Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online course is comparable to Web Page Design II # s All High Schools Personal Fitness Blended This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the personal fitness requirement and is comparable to Personal Fitness # (Note that 100% online personal fitness is not available.) s All High Schools English 9 Online This course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course satisfies the English 9 requirement and is comparable to English 9 # See English I Course Description below. s All High Schools 149

153 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) English 10 Online This course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course satisfies the English 10 requirement and is comparable to English 10 # See English II Course Description below. s All High Schools Literature, American Online This course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course satisfies the third year language arts requirement and is comparable to American Literature # See American Literature Online Course Description below. s All High Schools Literature, British Online This course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course satisfies the fourth year language arts requirement and is comparable to British Literature # See American Literature Online Course Description below. s All High Schools History and Geography, World Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course meets the world history requirement and is comparable to World History and Geography # s All High Schools

154 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) History and Geography, US Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course meets the US history requirement and is comparable to US History and Geography # s All High Schools Economics Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course meets the economics requirement and is comparable to Economics # s All High Schools Government, US Online This course is a blend of face-to-face and virtual instruction. Students attend the face-to-face section during the scheduled class time and work both with the instructor and in a virtual environment. This online blended course meets the US history requirement and is comparable to US History and Geography # s All High Schools Algebra 1 Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course contains the same topics as Algebra 1 # This is a self-paced course that uses mastery learning techniques. s All High Schools 151

155 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Geometry Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course contains the same topics as Geometry # s All High Schools Algebra II Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course contains the same topics as Algebra 2 # s All High Schools Math Analysis Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course contains the same topics as Math Analysis# s All High Schools Biology Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course meets the biology requirement and is comparable to Biology # s All High Schools

156 z ONLINE COURSES (All Schools) Marine Science Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course meets the requirement for a science elective. s All High Schools Web Page Desing I Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course is comparable to Web Page Design I # s All High Schools Web Page Desing II Online Course is delivered 100% online. A face-to-face orientation and face-to-face proctored tests are required. This online course is comparable to Web Page Design II # s All High Schools 153

157 BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs 154 BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Business Principles 10 Provides a broad study and analysis of the philosophy, language and environment of business. It introduces students to contemporary business principles, practices, and ethics. Students will understand legal knowledge as it relates to their roles as citizens, consumers, employers, and future business leaders. The curriculum will address the basics of marketing, management, accounting, and entrepreneurship using technology (including Microsoft Office) to apply these skills. Students will also explore the various business related careers. Skyline New Venture Planning 10 Business Principles Examines the essential elements of starting and growing a new business within the context of the 21st century and the triple bottom line theory. Students acquire skills in assessing business opportunities, crafting of entrepreneurial strategies, development of comprehensive business plans, funding of start-up operations and management of rapid growth, all in preparation to launch and manage successful new ventures. Case analysis enables students to practice strategic decision-making for a variety of start-up scenarios, and course learning is applied through creation of a detailed business plan for a new business venture. Students will use many different software applications to create their documents including a final technology-based presentation. Skyline Marketing Foundations 11 Business Principles & New Venture Planning. This course is a study of how a product or service is conceived to the point it is purchased by the user. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of: marketing, communications, economics, market segmentation, product decisions from innovation to production and packaging, pricing strategies, promotion decisions from advertising to personal selling, and placement decisions from channel of distribution to displaying, salesmanship and technology. Students of this course may have the opportunity to join DECA and/or manage the school store. Skyline

158 Online Marketing: Google Adwords BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs 11 Business Principles, New Venture Planning & Marketing Foundations. Recommended: Web Page Design I This course will focus on online marketing foundations and strategies. Students will learn fom advertising professionals as they mentor you to create your own advertising campaign, monitor the results, and use AdWords toolbox to increase performance of your online account. Learn the basics of online advertising as you work in teams to run your own advertising campaign for a local non-profit. At the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to take the Google AdWords Professional (GAP) Certification exam and add this valuable tool to their business portfolio! Students of this course may have the opportunity to join DECA and/or manage the school store. Skyline Business Leadership Capstone and Research 12 Business Principles, New Venture Planning, Marketing Foundations & Global Business Marketing. This culminating course will provide the advanced student with the opportunity to assume a leadership role within the magnet program by overseeing the operations of a group of marketing managers (in school store or other location in the community). The experience will also include conducting a needs assessment for a local company and working with them to conduct a business plan and carry out the goals of that business. per term Year Skyline Business and Marketing Internship 12 Business Principles, New Venture Planning, Marketing Foundations, Online Marketing This course gives students an opportunity to extend student learning into the community by working with a local business to conduct a needs analysis to help them achieve their goal(s). This opportunity could also help students explore career areas or just aid them in learning basic business skills that will help them in college and eventually in their career choice. This business and marketing internship can take place during any senior year trimester. Includes Business Leadership Research. May be repeated for credit. per term 1 term Skyline 155

159 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs 156 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Public Policy, Introduction to 10 This project-based course introduces the concept of public policy. Public policies are the regulations, decisions and actions of government that affect everyone s lives. Students gain expertise in using a systematic process to examine real-world public policy issues. Case studies related to individual rights, healthy families, cultural diversity or a sustainable environment provide the basis for policy analysis projects. Students use a combination of independent work and teamwork to gather information about the public policy issue, analyze the information and consider solutions to the issue. per term Skyline Public Policy and the Media 10 Introduction to Public Policy This course involves the study of media literacy with a focus on the accessing, analyzing, evaluating and creating messages in a variety of forms. Students apply policy analysis skills to the analysis of form and content of media messages. The course also includes an in-depth examination of the media s function and role in the political process. Students learn about the relationship between the media and public policy and, in the process, improve their visual, media, critical thinking and information literacies. per term Skyline Public Policy and Cultural Diversity The image of the average American" is changing as the multicultural nature of American society becomes more pronounced. This course examines the causes and public policy consequences of America's changing racial and ethnic composition. per term Skyline

160 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Public Policy and Individual Rights The course examines the impact of public policy on individual rights as described in the U.S. Constitution and the international declaration of human rights. Topics include freedom of speech, free exercise of religion, rights to privacy, equal protection and due process, and rights of citizenship. per term Skyline Public Policy and the Environment This course explores the impact public policy on the environment and includes a study of impediments to sustainable development and the effect of property rights, globalization, trade and international investment on environmental policy. per term Skyline Politics of Race, Gender & Class 12 This course focuses on how race, ethnicity, gender and socio-economics shape public policy. The course also examines the political relationships between racial, ethnic, gender and class groups and includes case studies on the politics of welfare, crime, immigration, and terrorism. per term Skyline Policy and Program Evaluation 12 Student will learn some of the techniques that are used to evaluate the effectiveness of public policies and programs, especially initiatives related to economic development, housing and urban development, environmental protection and social services. per term Skyline 157

161 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Multimedia Production 11 Public Policy & Media This project-based course covers every stage of the audio and video production process including planning, production (scripting, storyboarding, framing, lighting and audio techniques) and editing (including special effects, titles and credits). Students also learn how to use and care for professional quality camera, audio and lighting equipment. Students use their knowledge of public policy analysis, media literacy and multimedia production to communicate about a public policy issue by creating audio broadcast, a public service announcement and/or short video piece. per term Skyline Broadcast News 11 Multimedia Production This course covers the practical and legal aspects of mass communication. Students use multi-media projects as a basis for learning how to successfully navigate through the broadcast communication process. Students gain expertise in federal guidelines for broadcasting industry. Students examine the impact of communication law as it relates to the copyrights and the internet, and constitutional guarantees of freedom of speech. Students apply their knowledge of these reguations to examine what public interests are served by current regulations and public policy issues resulting from the gap between technological advances and current regulations. per term Skyline Digital Media & Effective Communication 12 Broadcast Communication This project-based course provides an opportunity to apply knowledge of public policy, media literacy, multimedia production, and broadcast communication law to the delivery of audio and video information over the internet. Students work collaboratively to create professional quality podcasts and video-on-demand. Student teams use public policy analysis as a foundation for developing issue-focused internet based projects. per term Skyline

162 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Film Making, Documentary I This course focuses on the basic skills related to non-fiction filmmaking including idea generation, and researching and writing, narration and interviewing skills for a specific project. The course covers the initial steps of film production including create and pitching a treatment to scheduling and budgeting. per term Skyline Film Making, Documentary II Documentary Film Making I This course is a practicum in filming and post-production focusing on continuity, refining dramatic structure and incorporating music and sound effects to produce a clear, dramatic documentary. per term Skyline Leadership and Marketing in the Public Sector 12 Digital Media & Effective Communication The decision-making process in the public sector includes a formal legislative process and an informal political process. Using knowledge gained from public policy, media literacy, multimedia production, broadcast communication and digital media/effective communication, the course examines the decision making process on the local, state and national levels. Students, working in teams, combine this knowledge with competence in research, analysis and writing, to produce a short issue-oriented news program. per term Skyline Macroeconomics This course examines macroeconomic theories relating to inflation and unemployment, fiscal policy, the Federal Reserve system, monetary policy, and international trade. per term Skyline 159

163 COMMUNICATION, MEDIA & PUBLIC POLICY Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Capstone Project, Senior 12 Leadership & Marketing in the Public Sector Students complete a comprehensive public policy analysis project and use multimedia technology to communicate the results of the analysis. This course gives students an opportunity to complete a comprehensive policy analysis project and use multimedia technology to communicate the results of the analysis. Students, working independently or on behalf of a local non-profit client, will define a problem, investigate the problem, identify solutions, recommend solutions and evaluate effectiveness. Students will complete the work associated with pre-production and post-production phases required to produce a professional quality multimedia project for the client. per term Skyline Writing, Skyline News This course gives students the opportunity to create video versions of Skyline announcements and other news segments, that air during the weekly Skytime class. Regular video segments include Skyline Announcements, Skyline Sports, School Events, CMPP Policy Issues, club meetings, current events and Student Action Senate news. Students learn pre-production (developing a treatment, storyboard and shotlist), production (shooting video) and post-production (editing) using professional quality equipment. Students work as a team of directors, producers, talent writers, camera and audio to produce each edition of the Skyline News. Experience in Final Cut Pro is recommended but not required. per term 1 term Skyline Public Policy Intership 12 Broadcast News This course gives students an opportunity to work with a public sector or non-profit client, conducting a policy analysis with the option of producing a public service announcement for the client. This public policy intership can take place during any senior year trimester. Includes Public Policy Research. May be repeated for credit. per term 1 term Skyline

164 DESIGN TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs DESIGN TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING Engineering Design, Introduction to This course uses problem-solving skills to explore creative designs and alternative solutions for problems facing our world today by using a design system approach. Students will design, analyze, and communicate possible solutions to a variety of environmental and technological problems. 3-dimensional models will be created using solid modeling computer design software. Possible tools include laser engraving and rapid prototyping. This course may be taken as an elective by all Skyline students. College credit may be articulated with the National Affiliate/PLTW Exemplary Student Recognition program. per term 2 Terms Skyline Engineering, Principles of Introduction to Engineering Design This course provides an overview of the field of engineering and engineering technology. By exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes, students learn how the engineering problem-solving process uses math, science and technology to benefit society. A product s entire lifecycle will be analyzed to help address concerns about its environmental, social, and political consequences. Possible areas of interest include alternative energy, waste management, transportation, aerodynamics, material analysis, and construction. This course may be taken as an elective by all Skyline students. College credit may be articulated with the National Affiliate/PLTW Exemplary Student Recognition program. per term 2 Terms Skyline Electronics, Digital Introduction to Engineering Design or Principles of Engineering A hands-on course where you will explore electrical circuitry and electronics. This applied logic course encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Computer simulation software is used to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. This course may be taken as an elective by all Skyline students. College credit may be articulated with the National Affiliate/PLTW Exemplary Student Recognition program. per term 2 Terms Skyline 161

165 DESIGN TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Engineering Design and Development 12 Design Technology & Environmental Planning Magnet Student Students work in teams to identify, research, design and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem, with its environmental impact in mind. Students apply principles developed in the three preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor. Teams present progress reports, submit a final written report, and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the school year. per term Year Skyline Engineering Research 12 Principles of Engineering II & Digital Electronics II This capstone course gives students the opportunity to work with a mentor, identify an engineering research topic, conduct research, write a scientific paper, and defend conclusions and recommendations to a panel of outside reviewers. Each team will have one or more mentors from the engineering and/or technical community guiding their research. Capstone project of their senior project may also include job, internship, partnership, science project, research, and community outreach. This senior year project can take place during any senior year trimester. Includes Engineering, Design and Development. May be repeated for credit. per term Skyline

166 HEALTH & MEDICINE Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs HEALTH & MEDICINE Biomedical Science, Principles of I Biomedical Science, Principles of II 10 These courses provide an introduction to health and medical sciences through hands-on projects and problems. Student work involves the study of health, human medicine, and research processes. By investigating the factors that led to the death of a fictional person, students will study the human body systems and various health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, cholesterol, and infectious diseases. After determining the factors responsible for the death, students investigate the preventative health practices, such as lifestyle choices, healthy schools, healthcare treatment and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person's life. In addition, students will explore the ethical issues, genetics, social conditions, cultural factors and public health policies that impacted the person's health and health care. per term each Skyline Human Body Systems I Human Body Systems II 11 Principles of Biomedical Science II The human body is a complex system requiring care and maintenance. This course will engage students in the study of basic human physiology, especially in relationship to human health. Students will study different global healthcare system practices, and use a variety of procedures and instruments to examine body systems (respiratory, circulatory, nervous, etc.) at rest and under stress, and observe the interactions between these systems. Student work will include conducting research and inquiry experiments in health and medicine as well as socialized factors that exist among communities and populations. Students will use software to design and build systems to monitor body functions in relationship to human health and monitor public health systems. Students will understand that to have a healthy human body it must be maintained and that new technologies have created both medical advances and ethical dilemmas. per term each Skyline 163

167 HEALTH & MEDICINE 164 Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Medical Interventions I Medical Interventions II 12 Human Body Systems II Medical practice includes interventions to support humans in treating diseases and conditions as well as maintaining health. Student projects will investigate various medical interventions that extend and improve quality of life, including gene therapy, pharmacology, surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and supportive care. Students will study the design and development of various medical devices including vascular stints, cochlear implants, and prosthetic limbs. Students will study the care and rehabilitation delivered by the healthcare system professionals. Student work will include conducting research and inquiry experiments in health, medicine and social factors/policies that safely influence heath equity. They will research the history of organ transplants and gene therapy, and review current health and medical literature to be aware of cutting edge developments. Using 3-D imaging software and current scientific research, students will design and build a model of a therapeutic protein. per term each Skyline Medicine Science Research Medical Interventions II This capstone course gives students the opportunity to work with a mentor, identify a science research topic, conduct research, write a scientific paper, and defend conclusions and recommendations to a panel of outside reviewers. Each team will have one or more mentors from the scientific and/or medical community guiding their scientific research. Capstone project of their senior project may also include job, internship, partnership, science project, research, and community outreach. Students are encouraged to complete their remaining Service Learning hours in conjunction with their senior project/work experience/job shadow/ or internship. This senior year project can take place during any senior year trimester. Includes Health and Medicine Senior Seminar. May be repeated for credit. per term Skyline

168 HEALTH & MEDICINE Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Health and Public Policy Students in this course will be introduced to Health Care in our city, Michigan and the United States and how personal and social healthy choices are affected. An overview of key health services issues including quality, access, financing, insurance, ethics, and delivery systems plus an introduction to health care policy and politics. Students will be introduced to health law and ethics for health, healthcare and public health administration. Related disciplines include marketing, finance, management, organizations, and systems and decision analyses. Current health services delivery concerns from policy perspectives. Guest speakers, debates, and development of issue papers are used to explore implications for access and quality of healthcare. Students will gain an understanding of how changes in the healthcare market affect care for underserved populations and develop strategies to ensure that the needs of these populations are met. This course is open to all Skyline students. Skyline Science of Wellness Student work incolves the study of human medicine, epidemiology, food chemistry, research processes and an introduction to public health and policy. A theme throughout the course is to determine the factors that lead to the obesity epidemic in the USA. Students investigate lifestyle choices and medical tretments, heart-healthy lifestyles, with hopes of reducing their future risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Students will be directly involved in outreach program delivered to public school students in partnership with The University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center, MFit and Project Healthy Schools. This course is open to all Skyline students. May be repeated for credit. per term Skyline 165

169 HEALTH & MEDICINE 166 Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Biotechnology Integrated Science AC II This course offers the student an opportunity to experience the basics of microbiology, human genetics, biotechnology, and exploration of bioethical issues. The course will provide demonstrations of the structure and function of DNA, RNA, chromosomes, and genes. The course will offer a definition of biotechnology, including examples of real-world applications. The course will provide opportunities to apply laboratory techniques with the appropriate lab equipment and materials. The course offers opportunities to discuss and debate selected bioethical issues. This course is open to all Skyline students. Skyline Epidemiology Integrated Science AC I This course provides an introduction to understanding diseases that affect human populations, how we control a disease or outbreak and how we prevent the spread of disease to improve the health of local, state and our nation's populations. The goal of this course is to understand the issues facing our public safety in regards to individuals, clinics, public health, community, and research levels. We will study epidemiology, public health protection, describe the interventions for improving our nations health that are supported by professional guidelines, describe the responsibilities of persons concerned with disease control, and describe areas of care that need further research. This course is open to all Skyline students. Skyline Human Anatomy and Physiology Integrated Science AC1 This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, metabolism, electrolyte balance, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervouse systems, and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Syline

170 HEALTH & MEDICINE Course Guide - Skyline Magnet Programs Biomedical Innovations 12 Medical Interventions I & II In this capstone course, students apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or solve problems related to the biomedical sciences. Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the 21st century as they work through progressively challenging open-ended problems, addressing topics, such as clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. They have the opportunity to work on an independent project and may work with a mentor or advisor from a university, hospital, physician s office, or industry. Throughout the course, students are expected to present their work to an adult audience that may include representative from the local business and healthcare community. per term Skyline 167

171 168 COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 401 N. Division Ann Arbor, MI (734) Community High School is located in the heart of Ann Arbor, adjacent to the Farmer s Market and Kerrytown. Founded in 1972, Community High School provides challenging and exciting educational experiences for both students and staff. Ours is a school family unique in its small size, talents, warmth and personality. We foster an atmosphere of friendliness and responsibility. Students, staff and parents share in many decisions. Any in coming Ann Arbor 9th grader may enter the CHS Lottery for full time enrollment. Any AAPS student, 9 th 12 th, may split enroll at CHS. The curriculum features a comprehensive academic and arts program that includes foreign languages, computer programming, advanced math and science courses, exciting electives, and college, vocational and career planning. Students may also enroll in courses at Huron, Pioneer, Skyline, or area colleges. Shuttle buses from CHS to Huron, Pioneer, and Skyline run hourly. The Community Resource Program places students in a variety of community settings for high school credit. The program utilizes local businesses and professionals, area colleges, research companies, and health care and community service groups. Community High School provides a supportive environment that allows students of many levels of ability to cooperate and create together. PHILOSOPHY Community High School is run in a participatory management mode. All constituencies of the school students, parents, teachers, and support staff have the right and responsibility to contribute input to ongoing decisions. Community High School students are subject to the same attendance and discipline policies as other high school students in the Ann Arbor Public Schools. They must meet graduation requirements as established by the Ann Arbor Board of Education. STUDENT COMMITMENT Community High offers a unique small school experience in downtown Ann Arbor. Students are expected to be a part of this rich environment. We encourage students to try to be full time students at Community to get the full experience. We know and understand, and even encourage students who may need to take classes at other schools, but we feel it diminishes the benefit of the small school experience to split time between schools. As part of enrollment at Community students are asked to make a commitment to these goals. My decision to attend Community High School is an informed one. Therefore, if admitted; 1. I agree to attend Forum faithfully. I will work with all members of my Forum to make our Forum successful. 2. I agree participate in Forum Council. 3. I agree to schedule at least one Community Resource classes as part of my four-year plan of study. 4. I agree to participate in community service projects sponsored by my plus forum per semester. 5. I agree to maintain a full schedule by successfully completing 6 classes plus forum per semester and have excellent attendance 6. I understand that Community High has an open campus policy. I will be a responsible member of the community on and off school grounds. I will respect the rights and property of others, and I will be respectful of Community High School s neighbors. I understand that the AAPS discipline policy will apply to both the CHS campus and the community. 7. I agree to pursue a course of study that will allow me to graduate in 4 years.

172 COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS Students have five ways of studying at Community High School: The community itself (Community Resource). Pioneer, Huron, Skyline and area colleges (split enrollment). Independent study (study contracts arranged with individual Community High staff members). In-house courses (listing to follow). WCC, EMU (dual enrollment) FORUM The Forum is one of the things that makes Community unique. In Forum, Community High School changes the emphasis of the teacher s role. Teachers teach some specific courses, but also have a major responsibility to help a limited number of students design, pursue, and evaluate their own learning activities. This is accomplished in the Forum. As a student, you are expected to participate fully in the Forum program. Your participation will include attendance at each Forum meeting, active participation in Forum projects, creation of a four-year plan, participation in the school decision-making process, and taking responsibility for being a positive, caring member of the school community. Each Forum is as unique as its members and Forum leader make it. Students may select the Forum that best meets their needs and matches their interests. The expectations, however, are the same for all Forums. COURSES OFFERED AT COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL The courses offered at Community High School, which are listed below, are supplemented by the ability of students to receive credit through the Community Resource Program or to elect courses at Huron, Pioneer and Skyline High Schools and area colleges as dual enrolled students. Advanced, accelerated and vocational courses are among the classes most often elected. Likewise, students at Pioneer and Huron may enroll at Community to take advantage of its unique curricular offerings. THIS LISTING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS NEW COURSES ARE DEVELOPED. IT SHOULD ALSO BE NOTED THAT EACH CLASS MAY NOT BE OFFERED EACH TERM; THE OFFERING OF ANY COURSE IS DEPENDENT ON SUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT, AVAILABILITY OF DISTRICT RESOURCES, AND CURRICULUM AND IN-STRUCTIONAL PRIORITIES. 169

173 ART Course Guide - Community Art and Design at CHS The purpose of this class is for the student to become enthused and curious about 2-dimensional art and design. We ll do this by learning about what makes an effective composition, why some design catches our attention, why other design does not. A successful art student is not defined according to how well you draw a straight line but rather the desire and effort you put into the creative process. Media used include: graphite, charcoal, watercolor, oil pastel, soft pastel ink, tempura and more. Community Drawing, Beginning Students will develop a range of skills that will build into a visual language enabling them to tackle areas such as basic drawing and perception techniques, use of various drawing media, to understand the basic elements of design; line shape, form, value, proportion, spatial illusion, perspective, and ways of seeing and appreciating the art of drawing. Assignments will include figure drawing, architecture, still life, landscape, portraiture, environments, mixed-media compositions, and random subjects chosen by students. Participation in this course will improve the student s drawing and perceptual skills, and develop a good foundation for future art making. Students will be engaged in the discussion, analysis and appreciation of the historical and cultural aspects of art. Critique of their own artwork and the work of other students will be an important part of this course. Community Painting and Color Theory In this course, the beginner to advanced student of art will be exploring color theory, technique and composition in painting. Examination and analysis of traditional and contemporary art in a historical and cultural context will be an integral part of learning. Media will include: tempera, acrylic, color inks, pastels, and color pencil. Students will review basic drawing principles in order to successfully tackle the art and techniques of painting. Critique of their own artwork and the work of other students will be an important part of this course. Community

174 ART Course Guide - Community Art Portfolio, Advanced Teacher recommendation This course emphasizes traditional and nontraditional painting and drawing skills and how to express personal concepts using these skills. We will address the articulate use of visual language, focusing on the formal visual elements; philosophical issues, response to the world around us; global issues, interior life and personal history. This course also helps students develop high quality portfolios for admission to art schools, programs, and future artistic endeavors. Critiques are an important part of the course. Community Graphic Art Production: Yearbook Teacher recommendation Class will be involved with the editing, design and production of the school s yearbook, Midnight Sun. Students selected for participation will enjoy a high degree of freedom and independence in determining the content (theme and scope) and appearance of the book, and will be expected to learn to organize themselves into a staff and to recruit students from other areas as required. Applicants should expect to attend to details of research, budgeting and/or scheduling as well as photography, digital imaging, publishing, typesetting (on computer) and sales. Community Ceramics and Sculpture I Teacher recommendation The elements of form and surface will be explored in this basic ceramics course. Basic methods of hand building, sculpting, and wheel throwing with clay will be studied to create successful vessels, pots and sculptures. Students will learn about the use and application of glazes, and slips to create interesting surface and design. The historical and cultural significance of ceramics will also be an important part of our study. Critique of their own artwork and the work of other students will be an important part of this course. Community 171

175 ART Course Guide - Community Ceramics and Sculpture II Ceramics & Sculpture I This course will be a continuation of Ceramics & Sculpture I. Students will explore more advanced techniques of coil and slab building, sculpting and surface design. In depth instruction and practice will be provided for throwing on the wheel. The historical and cultural significance of ceramics will also be an important part of our study. Critique of their own artwork and the work of other students will be an important part of this course. Community Art, Mixed-Media Students will be guided in the production of visual art that combines traditional as well as non-traditional visual media. Various techniques involving the use of two or more media, such as ink and pastel or painting and collage will be combined in single compositions. Critiques and field trips will be an important aspect of this course. Community Open Studio In this class students concentrate on independent projects of his/her choice. They work under contract with the instructor and are evaluated according to the quality of the final product and the amount of effort employed in executing each project. Students should have knowledge of basic skills in drawing, painting, ceramics and be able to work independently in an unstructured studio atmosphere. Community

176 ART Course Guide - Community Photography I This course studies the art of photography. Students will learn basic chemistry related to developing and printing black and white film, the history of photography, light, film, lenses, cameras, pinhole photography, composition, and the personal enjoyment of photography. Students will engage in actual camera and darkroom experience. An adjustable 35mm film camera is suggested. Community Photography II Photography I This will be mainly a lab class with weekly lectures and demonstrations which will cover studio art, product photography, medium format, alternative process, advanced darkroom technique, and flash photography, with greater emphasis on composition and conceptual development. Community Photography and Film, Advanced 12 Photography I This course offers the study of still photography and motion picture film as an art form. Lab work and critiques are essential components of the course. Community Photography, Digital I Active participation in this course will serve you in many ways. We will experience the realm of digital photography via specific assignments and projects, play, hard work, critiques, exhibitions, technical demos, sharing, and support of each other as photographic artists. You will learn about: cameras, capturing images, pixels, scanning, computing, editing/image management software (Photoshop), composition, printing, image sharing/storage/management, art elements and principles in photography, photo history, light, perception, and seeing. Community 173

177 DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY Course Guide - Community Media in Motion We will work with a variety of digital media to create animations, interviews, digital videos, photos, original soundtracks for projects, web pages, CD portfolios and whatever else we can get out of the computers and other tools we have at our disposal. Community

178 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community (course # will be provided) Writing and Acting for the Community In this course, students write short plays and skits and perform them at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and children s hospitals. In addition to writing original scripts, students will study performance texts from previous generations (Vaudeville, radio plays, variety shows, etc.) and learn to adapt children s stories for the stage. This course requires occasional after-school availability for performances. per term Community Writing, Expository Introduction to Literature This course will teach students to write in the various rhetorical modes such as narration, description, exposition (including compare/contrast, classify/divide, define, analyze a process, cause and effect) and persuasion. Students will learn to compose strong essays by understanding what makes effective sentences, and paragraphs. The format of the course will be mini-lectures followed by the writing process including revisions and peer response group. Community Writer s Way, The The Writer s Way is a course designed for students who are dedicated to developing or honing their writing. Class activities include: quick writes (writing prompts), writing time, mini-lessons, reading/writing notebooks, portfolios and class readings. Professional authors visit the class and share their writing experiences with us. Past writers have included: songwriters, journalists, medical writers, short story writers, novelists, essayists, and poets. Serious time will be dedicated to writing and students should prepare to push themselves to find their writer s voice inside and outside of class. Community 175

179 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Writing, Art of Introduction to Literature Students will write in class every day. Opportunities will be given for reading one s work to the class, as well as to do peer editing. Assigned writings will include a personal essay, short stories, poetry, and persuasive essays. Community Journalism, Introduction to: The Communicator Intro to Journalism/Intro to The Communicator is a course designed for motivated students who will work towards writing for The Communicator, Community High School s student newspaper. The course will expose students to the work of professional journalists, various forms of journalistic writing, alternative forms of copy, student press law, business, elements of page design, InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. The focus of this course is to give students exposure to various journalistic forms and prepare students to be a journalist on the school paper. This course is a prerequisite for The Communicator. per term Year Community Journalism, Advanced: The Communicator Advanced Journalism/The Communicator is an advanced journalism course for independent, intellectual and motivated students. The class functions as a small, professional newspaper. Students will work to produce The Communicator, a state and national award-winning newspaper. The paper will be distributed to the students, faculty and community of Community High. Students will study writing and design from professional journalists and publications. The Communicator students will practice student journalism as an open forum for student expression. Students often repeat this course. Students play an important role in leadership roles which include: editor-in-chief, head copy editor, design editors, news editor, feature editor, sports editor, op/ed editor and business manager. Leadership roles change and develop to fit the needs of students and the class. per term Year Community

180 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Writing, Creative: Free Verse Introduction to Literature Creative Writing: Free Verse is a one term elective that appeals to serious and aspiring writers. The course is roughly divided into two nine week parts: poetry and short stories. In the poetry section, students will first study forms: ballads, couplets, quatrains, sonnets and sestinas. Then, students will work with blank verse. The short story section is designed to give students a feel for the very elements of short stories they have studied in literature classes: setting, characterization, plot, conflict, climax, resolution, etc. Students will write approximately eight poems and four short stories, with rewrites when appropriate. They will also write to in-class prompts designed to provide lots of practice. Students will be expected to write for an audience and share their pieces from time to time with the class as well as comment on others work. The class also juries submissions for Free Verse, the school s literary magazine. They will work on all aspects of production: editing, proofreading, layout, etc. Community Writing, Short Story: Free Verse Introduction to Literature Short Story Writing: Free Verse is a one term elective that appeals to serious and aspiring writers. This course works exclusively on short stories and includes all the elements of shorts stories students have studied in literature courses: setting, plot, characterization, conflict, climax, resolution, etc. Students will write to in-class prompts to provide lots of practice, and they will write approximately six stories, with rewrites when appropriate. Students will be expected to write for an audience and share their pieces from time to time with the class as well as comment on others work. Students will often be assigned to read short stories by published authors - for class discussion and for models. The class also juries submissions for Free Verse, the school s literary magazine. They will work on all aspects of production: editing, proofreading, layout, etc. Community Writings, Philosophical Ultimate Questions Introduction to Literature This is an introductory course in philosophy meant to acquaint the student with the basic terminology and concepts that will enable the student to read, understand and critically analyze philosophical arguments. Students will also learn to construct their own written arguments on a wide range of philosophical issues. We will delve into the various branches of philosophy and trace the development of traditional and contemporary ideas in western philosophy. Areas of investigation include: Logic the study of correct reasoning; Ethics the study of value, moral and ethical; Metaphysics the study of reality; what is real?; Epistemology the study of knowledge; its methods and limits; Aesthetics the study of art and beauty; Personal Philosophy the study of problems of human existence; Political Philosophy the study of concepts such as rights, authority, and political theories; Language Philosophy the study of the way language creates meaning. Community 177

181 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Writing, Screen Screenwriting focuses on the techniques of writing film scripts. Students read professional and student writings to analyze techniques. Their own work is read and critiqued by other students as well as by the teacher. The course culminates in the filming of student screenplays. Community Writing Workshop Introduction to Literature Writing Workshop revolves around four principles: time, choice, response and community. Writing Workshop strives to create a writing community where students enjoy time to write, choice in topics and genres, response from peers and the teacher, and a community where students can share their writing joys and frustrations. Students will be exposed to various genres of writing through lessons, student examples and professional models. The goal of this course is to help students define themselves as writers. Community Writing, Lyrics and Literature, Introduction to This is a one term course designed to help students strengthen their expository writing skills. Students will produce various essays (descriptive, narrative, persuasive, etc.) as well as presentations with the use of technology. Students will also use various song lyrics to produce analytical essays credit per unit Community

182 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, Introduction to Introduction to Literature introduces students to the critical study of a variety of texts: novels, short stories, plays, poems, and essays. Students review the elements of plot, theme, characterization, point of view, conflict, and setting in the readings. Students write both analytical and creative papers. This course is required for all 9th grade students. Community Literature, American Canon Introduction to Literature American Canon is a two term course. During the first term, readings are somewhat chronologically organized. This helps provide a historical context for the works; with luck, readings will parallel some of your American history assignments. We start with selections from Native American literature (old and new) and touch briefly on colonial and Puritan roots before we read Hawthorne, Poe, Miller (because of The Crucible s time period, not Miller s place in history), Emerson, Thoreau, Whitman and Dickinson. Then, we read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain and start 20th Century African-American authors Morrison, Ellison and Brown. Second term s focus is on themes that mark our diverse literary heritage. Both terms are packed with great reading as well as many essay assignments, mostly analytical. per term Year Community Literature, Hyphenated American Introduction to Literature These American Lives focuses on authors from outside the American mainstream. These writers come to American literature from distinct places, angles and backgrounds; their stories reflect a common struggle to be a part of modern American culture while staying rooted to other traditions. It is this chorus of cultural hybrids that has defined American Literature and culture itself for at least a century. Students will study texts, write essays and engage in class discussion. per term Year Community 179

183 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, Harlem Renaissance and Beyond Introduction to Literature In this course, students will begin studying literature of the Harlem Renaissance and progress to more contemporary African American literature. Students will study a myriad of genres including novels, autobiographies, plays, essays, short stories and poetry. Students will engage in critical reading, thoughtful discussions, and various forms of writing related to the readings. Community Literature, British Introduction to Literature This course is a two-term survey of British literature. Students may elect one or both terms. During the first term students will study Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Beowulf, and end with Shakespeare s plays and sonnets. In the second term study will include Neo-classic through contemporary British authors. per term 1 or 2 Terms Community Literature and Culture, Chinese One Literature Course Chinese Literature & Culture is a course designed to introduce students to a literary tradition different from their own. Students will study some of the philosophical underpinnings of China and then concentrate on translations of very early Chinese short stories, modern novels and poetry. Papers will include analytical, creative, and one research paper. The course will also include historical background, films, guest speakers and local field trips. Community Literature, World Introduction to Literature This course is a yearlong survey of classic world literature. Units include Literature from Britain, Russia, Spain and South American, Ancient Greece and Rome, Africa, and the ancient Middle East. Students will write multiple analytical essays on selected texts. per term Year Community

184 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, World Mythology This course will explore the nature, purposes and focus of myth. Themes explored include creation, heroic journeys and modern allusions. Texts/films include the Odyssey, Ramayana, Gilgamesh and the Star Wars Trilogy. Students will keep journals, create group presentations, write essays and build an illusions folder. Community Literature, Fantasy Introduction to Literature Students will read five fantasy novels and ten to fifteen short stories. They will write multiple analytical essays on selected texts. Community Literature, Modern Drama Introduction to Literature This course will look at selected dramatic works from Ibsen to the present. We will do close readings of the works, study the playwrights and their times, and attend actual performances when the opportunity arises. Students will be required to read plays before discussion of them and a close in-class reading. Students will compose essays of various types based on the plays read. Students will also attain a working knowledge of the terminology of dramatic literature. Community 181

185 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, Pop - Seminar Introduction to Literature Pop Literature - Seminar is created for students interested in finding out how they can make books a bigger part of their lives - in school and out. Literature is a vague term that too often is defined for and imposed upon readers. This class repositions readers by empowering them to choose the literature that they read. Because readers must read both broadly and deeply to approach literature with confidence, serious time will be devoted to reading in class and students will be required to reflect and respond thoughtfully to their readings. This course is designed for independent students who are motivated to read literature of their choice. The class will visit bookstores and students will attend author readings. The class is devoted to helping students discover, define and develop themselves as readers. Community Literature, Science Fiction Introduction to Literature Students will read five science fiction novels and ten to fifteen short stories. The class will discuss and analyze them. Students will write multiple analytical essays on selected texts. Community Literature, Shakespeare Introduction to Literature Students will read five Shakespeare plays. Class format will include performance and interpretation of the plays, dramatic activities, lecture, and written responses to the texts. Students will write multiple analytical essays on selected plays. Community

186 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, Women s I Introduction to Literature Women s Literature is designed to provoke students thinking about the role that gender plays in literature and life. The course looks at literature that spans place and time. Through reading we can vicariously have experiences that can broaden our own perspective and understanding of the world. Our course texts range from classic novels to contemporary poetry. Students will write creatively and analytically about the texts and the issues they present. This course offers students a community in which they can broaden their understanding of the past, present and future through literature. Community Literature, Historical Fiction Introduction to Literature In this course we will study novels that are set during important times in history. It will be the best of both worlds, history and literature! Possible novels are Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (French Revolution), Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini (Afghanistan), Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier (Civil War) Atonement by Ian McEwan (WWII), Ragtime by E.L. Doctorow (first two decades of the 1900s), Possession by A.S. Byatt, (Victorian England), Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks (WWI), The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien (Vietnam War) and so many more! The most difficult challenge will be choosing which great books to read! Community Literary Analysis and Interpretation Introduction to Literature This is a one term course emphasizing the various ways to approach and interpret literature and how to write analytical essays based on student interpretation. Students will write about poems, short stories, plays, novels and films, focusing on the various elements of literary analysis. Community 183

187 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Literature, Philosophical Issues in Introduction to Literature This course will explore various philosophical issues that are raised and treated by writers in their poems, short stories, novels, plays and treatises. It is helpful if the student has either taken an introduction to philosophy course, has read philosophy on his/her own, has read great literary works that deal with the big questions, or simply has a desire to discuss the eternal questions. We will read selections from authors such as Dostoyevski, Plato, Huxley, Conrad, Voltaire, Kafka, Camus, Hesse, Stevenson, Golding, Norris, Crane, etc. Community Literature, Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Introduction to Literature This course will explore the emergence of the mystery genre during the mid-nineteenth century and follow it through to the mystery writers of today. Edgar Allan Poe introduced readers to the first fictional detective, Auguste C. Dupin in the story, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." We will look at other famous detectives including Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr. Watson (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle), Hercule Poirot (Agatha Christie), Lord Peter Wimsey (Dorothy Sayers), Adam Dagliesh (P.D.James), Sam Spade (Dahiell Hammett), Philip Marlow (Raymond Chandler) and others too numerous to mention. Community Film, American I Introduction to Literature This is the first term course where students learn the language of film analysis. They will learn how to read a film much the same way as they learn to interpret literature. They will study the history of film, including the history of the technology of film. Students will study the various periods in this history by watching and analyzing representative films from such periods. An emphasis will be on writing critical essays that will reflect the students new vocabulary as pertains to film interpretation. We will go up to the beginning of the Hollywood Renaissance. Community

188 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Community Film, American II American Film I This is the course that takes up where American Film I leaves off. The emphasis here is to build on the skills learned in American Film I. We will continue our study with films from the Hollywood Renaissance and beyond. The format will include the comparison of films from different eras that deal with similar themes and subjects. Students will write comparison essays and also learn about and analyze the structure of the screenplay. Community 185

189 HEALTH EDUCATION Course Guide - Community Health and Wellness This class is considered so important that the state mandates that all Michigan students in public schools take it. In fact, it is the only class that teaches how to live. That is, to understand what it means to be more than NOT sick, but rather to be truly well - in the most optimal sense. We will examine this idea of wellness, through looking at exercise and nutrition, mental health - and mental disorders, at the modern idea of stress - and stress management, at the importance of healthy relationships - and how to deal with unhealthy ones, the whole range of human sexuality and drug use and abuse, focusing on brain physiology, media literacy and social norming. Consistent with State Board of Education guidelines, parents/guardians have a right to review the instructional materials which will be used in the teaching of Reproductive Health unit. To exercise this right, a written request must be sent to the dean. This course is a graduation requirement. Community Public Health Project Health and Wellness; plus below guidelines This class is designed for juniors and seniors who have 1) successfully completed health and wellness and 2) who are interested in pursuing a career in one of the many domains of public health. Students will work with each other and various public agencies to explore the dynamics of the world of public health. Students will be required to complete a research project that is data driven and offers a unique solution to a contemporary public health issue. Contact and partnerships with community agencies will be a mandated part of the course. Regular peer evaluations will be a part of the grading process as well as serve as an introduction to the multi faceted communications necessary for public health problem solving. University of Michigan's Public Health Library and staff are our partners in this class. There will be off campus meeting dates and sites. Class size will be limited to 20, therefore factors for admittance will include the following: 1) past attendance record 2) minimum of 90% in Health and Wellness 3) interview with health and wellness instructors 5) two recommendations from teachers Community

190 MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Community Algebra I 9 10 First year algebra is the systematic study of the real number system. We begin the course with an extension of arithmetic and polish our skills with integers and fractions. With the introduction of variables (you know, x) we learn to simplify expressions and begin to solve equations. The course also covers graphing functions from the simple line (y=mx+b) to the complex parabola. per term Year Community Algebra I Support Teacher recommendation; Concurrent enrollment in Algebra I The Algebra I Support class will center on building Algebra I skills of students enrolled in Algebra I and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Algebra I course. s 1 or 2 terms Community Algebra II Algebra I In the second year of algebra we expand our studies of equations to complex solutions involving irrational numbers (no more pretty whole numbers), and into the complex number system (including the number i). With a strong emphasis on graphing functions we expand our knowledge into manipulations using transformations. We tackle a little more trigonometry, roots and powers alongside inverse relationships (like logs), combinatorics and on down to some basic statistics and probability. per term Year Community 187

191 MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Community Algebra II Support Teacher reccomendation; Concurrent enrollment in Algebra I The Algebra 2 Support class will center on building Algebra 2 skills of students enrolled in Algebra 2 and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Algebra 1 course. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation; and concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1. : 1 or 2 terms Algebra 2 Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement. 1 or 2 Terms Community Geometry Algebra I Here we concern ourselves with the questions of size, shape, relative position of figures, and properties of space. Major focal points are visual/spatial skills, logical reasoning and complex problem solving. We hit triangles hard, from simple dealings with angles to more complex relationships like trigonometry. Some formal proof rounds out our discussions and practice with algebra throughout this yearlong course. per term Year Community Geometry Support Teacher recommendation; Concurrent enrollment in Geometry The Geometry Support class will center on building Geometry skills of students enrolled in Geometry and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the Geometry course. Geometry Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement Community

192 MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Community Math Analysis Algebra II, Geometry I We take a functions approach to studying pre-calculus in this advanced math class. Strong algebra skills are a must for taking-on complicated operations with polynomial and rational functions as well as the complex investigation of intercepts, asymptotes and trigonometric identities. During second term we test our understanding of graphs and transformations with conics, polar and parametric equations and their complex graphs. We delve deeper into probability and stats while expanding our counting abilities to the infinite. Additionally we consider the concept of limits with an introduction to calculus. per term Year Community Finance and Statistics 12 Algebra 2 This 12th grade class will be intended for students who prefer real world applications in the area of finance and statistics rather than applications using the traditional calculus courses. The curriculum will emphasize number sense, consumer problem solving, decision making, and statistics. Throughout the course, students will develop valuable skills that will allow them to make informed decisions. The curriculum will emphasize and address consumer decisions, wages and salaries, personal banking, income and debt analysis, financial management, career exploration, home and auto ownership, investments, taxation, government finance, as well as more traditional topics such as probability and statistics. s 2 Terms Community Calculus Math Analysis Building upon a strong foundation of advanced algebra, trigonometry and analytic geometry, this yearlong sophisticated math course pulls together prior skills into developing a complex understanding of curves, rotations and their graphs. Calculus topics include differentiation and integration of both definite and indefinite integrals. Through these processes we explore sophisticated models of acceleration and other applications in physics and engineering. Students who elect to meet outside of class-time may register and take the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus exam for college credit. per term Year Community 189

193 MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Community Math Support, General Teacher recommendation The Math Support class will center on building math skills of students enrolled in another math class and will include pre-teaching and re-teaching activities related to topics covered within the their course. Math Support counts as an elective credit and does not contribute toward the mathematics graduation requirement. s 1 or 2 terms Community

194 PERFORMING ARTS Course Guide - Community Ensemble, Jazz I Ensemble, Jazz II Ensemble, Jazz III Ensemble, Jazz IV Jazz Ensemble I ; Jazz Ensemble II & III. teacher recommendation Truly unique instrumental groups perform contemporary jazz in a combo setting. The focus of this program is improvisation. Any band or orchestral instrument is welcome. The student will learn reading, rhythms, performing, and improvisational techniques of the contemporary jazz musician. Students will also become sensitive to group dynamics and will be exposed to jazz literature and local jazz personalities. Jazz Ensemble performs many times each term in the school, in the community, around the state, and beyond. Jazz Ensemble III and IV are actually comprised of five advanced jazz combos, which are scheduled at special times by the teacher. Jazz Ensemble I and II also perform in a few concerts each year. Community Dance I This course provides an introduction to basic ballet, modern and jazz techniques. Students will explore physical aspects of technique, composition concepts, dance criticism and performance. Previous dance experience is not required. Community Dance 2 Audition or teacher recommendation Students in this class must be able to perform the basic concepts of ballet, modern and jazz technique. They also must show an interest of increasing their dance skills. This course is a continuation of dance education beyond the beginning level. Students will continue training in the techniques of ballet, modern and jazz. Composition, improvisation, dance history, dance criticism, and performance are strong parts of the curriculum. Community 191

195 PERFORMING ARTS Course Guide - Community Dance Body Audition The dance body program is for serious students at an advanced pre-professional level. In addition to the continuation of technical and composite work in the classroom, training and experience in a private studio is highly recommended. The dance body program is designed so that students work independently and with instructor guidance to focus on choreography and/or performance in order to prepare for future work in dance. The company is open to all Ann Arbor high school students. per term 2 Terms Community

196 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Course Guide - Community Fit and Flexible This course meets the P.E. elective requirement. In it, students will work out each class period, focusing on cardio warm-up, body weight resistance training and a solid period of yoga/flexibility training. Guest instructors, music, exercise bands and yoga mats are just some of the highlights students can look forward to! s Community Personal Conditioning - Fitness In this class, you will learn the basics of how to assess fitness and how to develop a credible exercise program for yourself. You will study topics that range from exercise guidelines, to fitness components, to conditioning principles. Along with learning this curriculum, you will work out! You will be expected to perform only at your own level, but each individual will work hard enough to experience significant personal fitness gains. Each class will include cardio, strength and flexibility components. This course fulfills the Personal Fitness graduation requirement. Community Step Up to Fitness/Aerobic Fitness This aerobic class utilizes steps in combination with various types of music and movement combinations to attain a cardiovascular workout. In addition to the cardio portion of class, students will work with weights for strength and endurance training. This workout will help trim and recondition the body while providing excellent starting or continuing fitness program. Incorporated into the class is also yoga exercises, flexibility training and relaxation techniques. No prior dance or exercise experience is required. Exercise clothes and aerobic shoes are required. This course fulfills the Personal Fitness graduation requirement. Community 193

197 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Course Guide - Community Weight Training This is a class designed to allow you to be comfortable in any gym, to design your own weight training regimen and to watch your body transform itself as you apply the principles you learn about muscle physiology, muscle anatomy, technique, safety, contraindications and different strength and muscular endurance training methods. This is a participation class that incorporates both individual and group workout techniques to achieve amazing results. This course fulfills the Physical Education graduation requirement. Community Dance Fitness This class is designed for the student who is looking for an exercise program which is a choreographed program of stretching, simple movements, and conditioning, all set to various types of music and will help trim and recondition the body while providing an excellent starting or continuing fitness program. Students will be encouraged to develop a total fitness program. Discussion of nutrition and the learning of simple relaxation techniques will also be a part of this class where no prior dance or exercise experience is required. Students work at their own level of fitness and improvement is encouraged. This is an aerobic workout. Exercise clothes and aerobic shoes are required. This course meets the Personal Fitness requirement. Community

198 SCIENCE Course Guide - Community Biology Science Fare This one-semester course deals with the natural history of plants and animals, human physiology and psychology. Students will receive information by viewing various video and film documentaries. Labs that pertain to each topic area will be done. Community Biology, Advanced FOS 2; and Biology This course is a one term course designed for those students who wish to study biological principles in greater depth, particularly at the molecular level. The course is rigorous and the textbook is written at the college level. Topics include: Cell structure and function, The cell cycle, Genes to proteins, DNA repair, Reproduction of DNA and repair, Molecular biology of cancer, Cancer cell histology, DNA cloning, DNA genomics and analysis, Electrophoresis of DNA, Embryology and animal development, Natural Selection, Population evolution, Origin of species, Primate evolution, and Human evolution. per term or Year Community Ecology and Resource Management 12 Science, Foundations of III This course will cover major ecological concepts across several areas of study; including ichthyology (fish), ornithology (birds), entomology (bugs), limnology (lakes), and botany (plants). Topics include the interactions among individuals of these populations, interactions in their abiotic environment, and interactions with other species. We will also look at the role humans have had in changing each of these ecosystems and the impact these changes have had on the world as a whole. Specifically, we will research factors threatening the survival of endangered plants and animals - habitat destruction; pollution; deforestation; desertification; climate change. Activities and projects will be oriented towards researching current literature, studying preserved specimens, collecting data, analyzing information and drawing conclusions that are supported by the data to generate solutions Community 195

199 SCIENCE Course Guide - Community Chemistry, Advanced FOS 2 and FOS 3 This course is the next step beyond the chemistry that was learned in FOS and FOS 3 (first term). There is a greater emphasis on theory and a mathematical, quantitative approach. A college chemistry level text is used. Content includes: History of Chemistry, Measurements/Calculation/Significant Figures, Solution Chemistry, Equilibrium, Acids and Bases, Polymer Chemistry, Oxidation/Reduction/Electrochemistry, Thermochemistry, and Nuclear Chemistry. Community Anatomy and Physiology FOS 2; and Biology This course is designed to give the advanced science student an in-depth study of human anatomy and physiology. Part of the course is focused on comparative anatomy of both invertebrates and vertebrates and the evolution of body systems. This course includes required lab dissection of sample invertebrate and vertebrate organisms. The text is written for college level students. Students need to be independent learners in order to be successful. per term or Year Community Forensic Science I 12 FOS 3 This course will extend the content learner in FOS 3 through additional forensic investigative techniques. Forensic entomology, advanced blood splatter analysis, advanced fingerprint analysis, DNA analysis, document analysis, skeletal analysis, drug analysis, dental and shoe analysis, fiber analysis, autopsy analysis and advanced crime scene reconstruction. The science behind each of these techniques is explored in depth. There will be an optional field trip to a medical examiner s lab. Community

200 SCIENCE, FOUNDATIONS OF Course Guide - Community *The four main goals of the Foundations of Science program are to: 1) integrate the separate science disciplines, 2) to do real science using projects as the driving force in the curriculum, 3) to create a classroom situation where the use of computational media is routine, and 4) to develop scientifically literate citizens. The development of FOS was supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation. Completion of three years of FOS is the equivalent of one year of college preparatory earth science, biology and chemistry Science, Foundations of I - Geology/Ecology 9 Is Traver Creek Healthy? Students will conduct three types of scientific assessments including a physical, biological, and chemical evaluation of the creek, including water solubility, periodicity, and chemical reactions. Ecosystem dynamics, land use and topographic mapping are included. What s Up With The Weather? Students interpret daily weather in order to understand unusual weather like tornados and hurricanes, as well as meteorological phenomena such as fronts, high and low pressure, wind direction, and jet streams on a weather map, crucial to understanding severe weather. Is The Global Atmosphere Changing? Climate and climatological factors, chemistry of the atmosphere, and human impacts on the atmosphere are studied. Global warming will be the main focus. Has The Climate Changed In Ann Arbor And How Do We Know? Focusing on the Ann Arbor area, the geological, biological, and climatological history of the region will be examined. Glacial geology, paleoclimatology, paleobiology, and rocks and minerals will be studied and used to answer the question. History of the last glacial period will be studied. Students will prepare a museum exhibit that ties all of these components together. per term Year Community Science, Foundations of II - Molecular Biology 10 In Anybody Out There? Students examine astronomical bodies (planets, moons, stars, galaxies, etc.) and how we explore them. How did the universe begin and how were the planets and stars formed? What is the origin of life and what does it need to survive on a planet? Who Will Win The Race To Donner And Blitzen? Each scientific team will be given seed money to plan a trip to Donner or Blitzen and conduct research. The team that develops the best final proposal will be awarded the mission. Each team will study topography, chemistry of minerals, metals, the atmosphere and microscopic life forms. Is Life On Earth Doomed To Extinction? In this project we will be examining the interaction between two of the most important fundamental pillar of geology and biology. Evolution means change over time, and both the earth and life has undergone this process. Students will focus on a particular continent dating from Pangea to present. Students also research and describe a particular animal that inhabits that continent and give evidence for its change over time as well as the mechanisms that result in change. What s In Your Genes? Why is no child identical to its parents? How do you grow? How does DNA control your traits? What happens when there is a mistake in your genes? What can people do with your genome? Students will explore these questions studying Mendelian genetics, cell division, DNA, protein synthesis, mutations, genetic diseases and DNA technology. Are You What You Eat? Students will investigate different types of diets, diet related diseases, energy production and use (calories), and the chemistry of cellular respiration. In addition, organic compounds, the chemistry of proteins, enzymes, lipids and carbohydrates, acids and bases and their role in digestion will be explored. per term Year Community 197

201 SCIENCE, FOUNDATIONS OF Course Guide - Community Science, Foundations of III - Analytical and Biochemistry 11 Is My Drinking Water Safe? In this project students will investigate pollutants that could be found in sources of their own drinking water. Students will examine the life history of a single organic pollutant, including information on how it affects the human body, its various chemical properties, how and why it is used by society, and specific local sources. The Chemistry Of Soap Students will research the chemical reactions involved in making soap. They will design, produce, package and promote a bar of soap with particular properties. Students will study the chemical reactions of soap, properties of organic molecules and solubility. How Can Science Help Catch Killers? Students will conduct a series of chemical and biological labs identifying pieces of evidence for a murder mystery including DNA electrophoresis, protein analysis, blood typing, hair analysis, fingerprinting and fiber identification. The culminating event will be a murder scene and the writing of a scientific analysis of the evidence. What Is The Next Plague? Students will study cell structure, bacteria and virus structure and function, the immune system, and selected human body systems. The fear of new or reemerging diseases has been underscored by the worldwide AIDS epidemic and by resurgent infections of TB, yellow fever, and malaria that are increasingly resistant to drugs. Students focus on a disease-causing agent (viral, bacterial, protozoan, sub-viral) and the body system that it initially attacks, its transmission, symptoms, and progression. Designer Chemistry Students will design and manufacture two chemical compounds. Moles, stoichiometry, quantitative and qualitative analysis and chemical laboratory techniques will be studies and practiced. per term Year Community Science, Foundations of IV - The Physical Universe 12 The Physical Universe is an algebra-based, integrated science course that incorporates concepts from physics, biology, and chemistry. The class consists of 4 units, each with a different focus and approach to the physical universe. The first unit is mechanical physics, which includes kinematics, dynamics, vectors and forces. Students construct several machines and observe how these structures relate to mechanical phenomena. The second unit of the class involves particle physics where the students examine the interactions, forces, and attractions between elementary particles, and explore new research regarding particle accelerators and collisions. The astronomy and astrophysics unit addresses concepts regarding gravitation, light, and radiation. The students complete a project on a topic of their choosing related to the covered material. The course ends with a final unit on medical physics, biomechanics and biophysics. This portion of the course covers optics, work, energy, radiation exposure, nuclear medicine, and imaging in the context of how these topics relate to the human body. per term Year Community

202 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Community Law, Advanced Law This course is designed as an addition to the introductory Law class. We ll look at precedent breaking legal issues and topics as well as some previously covered topics in greater depth. We ll have the time and experience to conduct mock trials and other simulations as well as make visits to real courts. Community Civics & Economics, Real World I This course fulfills one half of the state requirements of Civics and Economics. The first part of the class will cover federalism and power sharing within the American governmental system, the US judicial branch, and individual rights and the role of government with a focus on the Bill of Rights - 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th and 8th amendments. The course will also explore the government s role in current public policy issues by debate and essays. The second part of the class will examine the following topics within economics: the market economy, scarcity and opportunity cost, business structures, economic indicators, supply and demand, taxation and income, circular flow, economic systems, cost/benefit analysis and personal finance. This course is not a prerequisite for Real World Civics & Economics II. Community Civics & Economics, Real World II This course fulfills the other half of the state requirements of Civics and Economics. The first part of this class is the study of citizens, governments and the relationship between them. In this class, we will examine the structure and function of the US Constitution and federal, state and local governments. In addition, we will look closely at your role as a citizen and current political events. The second part of the class will examine the following topics within economics: the role and functions of government in the national and international economies, consumer rights, taxation, economic incentives, money supply and the Federal Reserve, globalization and monetary policy, and government spending. Real World Civics & Economics I is not a prerequisite for this course. Community 199

203 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Community Government, U.S. Civics is the study of citizens and governments and the relationship between them. In this class, we will examine the structure and function of the U.S. Constitution and the federal government. In addition, we will look closely at your role as a citizen and current political events. Community Mock Trial Student teams prepare mock trial cases and participate in the Michigan High School Mock Trial Tournament. Students learn about trial procedure and rules and evidence and work with the teacher coach and attorney coaches to prepare a case for state competition in March or April. Team membership may include participation in the national tournament in May. Placement on competitive team requires audition and coach approval. Teams meet outside of regular class hours, at night and on weekends. Second term registration with meetings starting in October * Community United Nations, Model This class operates on an extracurricular and independent study format, meeting one night a week with some weekend commitments. Students attend 2 conferences per year at which they role play United Nations delegates from a variety of countries around the world. Work at the conferences revolves around discussion of current world political, social, economic and environmental issues. Students are expected to work throughout the year on independent research and writing to prepare for these conferences. Credit in social studies or speech (speech credit depends upon conference participation and must be prearranged at enrollment.) Community

204 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Community History, U.S. - Alternate Perspectives This course will include the study of U.S. history from approximately 1860 to the present, but from different points of view. For example, we know about white abolitionists and their questions to slavery, but what were the thoughts, plans, actions of enslaved Americans and other people of color who contributed to the building of this nation? What was the Native American perception of the settlement of the West? These questions and many others will be addressed in this special course with a unique perspective on U.S. history. This course fulfills the U.S. History & Geography requirement. per term Year Community History and Geography, World - Survey This chronological full-year course covers the main historical events, current events and geography of all of the world regions except for the United States from 300 CE (current era) to the present. Some of the state Economics standards will also be studied: world trade, economic globalization, absolute and comparative advantage, economic interdependence, transitional economics and comparative economic systems. per term 2 Terms Community History, World in Film This is a class designed to look at how historical events are portrayed in film. We will view films related to different historical events and discuss their strengths and weaknesses in terms of portraying the events and the facts surrounding the events. Community 201

205 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Community History, The World Wars This course will explore the history that led to the outbreak of the war to end all wars. From there we will take a look at the World War I itself, its weapons, its strategies, its stalemate and finally its settlement that ended the war but failed to bring peace. The foundations for the next World War were the legacy of World War I. We will finish the semester by studying Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany, World War II itself, the Holocaust and the ramifications of the world at war. Community Studies, Native-American This course focuses on Native-American cultures of North America, pre-columbian to contemporary Native communities. specific tribes are chosen for a focus study of different geographic regions to demonstrate the diversity of Native culture. Tribal structure, belief systems, spiritual practices and economic systems are explored. Emphasis is placed on the Native-American experience and perspective, numerous works by Native peoples are included in course reading. This course fulfills the Non-Western Civilizations graduation requirement for the graduating class of per term Year Community Studies, Peace From inner peace to world peace, students will read the works of numerous messengers of Peace such as Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Thich Nhat Hahn, Rigoberta Menchu and Marine Corp. Major General Smedley Butler. Students monitor contemporary peace celebrations, organizations and demonstrations. They will study an area of conflict in the world today and discover the inroads and challenges to peaceful resolution. Methods of peacemaking are explored and discussed. Creativity and activism are encouraged but not required. per term Year Community

206 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Community Psychology This course will explore topics such as the mind in the Age of Mysticism (Middle Ages to 1900) and the historical development of psychological theory. Community Psychology in Film 12 Psychology in Film is a participation and project-based course. The class will explore the pathology, motivation and personalities of screen characters and the choices they make. Community 203

207 TELEVISION/SPEECH Course Guide - Community Acting I In this course, students are introduced to the fundamental concepts of acting for the stage. Study and presentation of the basic concepts of voice, movement, and improvisation are accompanied by the reading of Stanislavski s An Actor Prepares. Like Stanislavski, students reflect on their own experiences in an acting journal. In the second half of the semester, students move on to monologues and scene study, incorporating plays from the modern American theatre (O Neill, Miller, Willams, Shepard, Mamet, etc.). Community Acting II Acting I This course builds off of the basic skills learned in Acting I and focuses more exclusively on text analysis and the performance of scenes. In addition to American playwrights (O Neill, Miller, Williams, etc.) students read plays and perform scenes from classical playwrights (Sophocles, Euripedes, Shakespeare) and modern non-american playwrights (Ibsen, Strindberg, Chekhov, etc.). Students continue to keep journals and more rigorously explore the concepts of movements, voice, character study, and motivation credit per term Community Theatre Production This course is for students who are interested in how a play goes from paper to live performance. The class will consist of hands-on technical aspects of theatre and class work centered on plan analysis. Each student will also choose a play to produce on paper. Community

208 TELEVISION/SPEECH Course Guide - Community Public Speaking, The Art of Students will focus on the fundamentals of oral language and develop communication literacy. Students participate in a variety of speech activities, such as interviews, expressive readings, impromptu speaking, small and whole group discussion. Students prepare speeches by selecting and researching topics, organizing ideas and information, and presenting speeches for specific audiences. Students evaluate content and delivery of speeches. This course fulfills the one term speech requirement for graduation or may be taken as an elective. Community Video Production, Advanced TV & Radio Production I, Media Literacy or other TV training; or teacher recommendation The advanced video production class is designed for students who have completed either TV & Radio Production I or Media Literacy with a grade of C or above. Students will create digital videos, such as documentaries, mini-movies, and video yearbook and contribute to the CHS recruitment video. Community Media Literacy Introduction to Media Literacy exposes students to techniques of mass media: TV, film, newspapers, magazines, and radio. Students will critically analyze mass media, its messages, and its role in society. Students, in small groups, also produce their own media. The students will work with video and computer media to create presentations that tell a story, provide information in an unbiased manner, or express a viewpoint. They learn the techniques of video production including: using a video camera, selecting camera angles, working with lighting, story boarding, scriptwriting, conducting on-camera interviews, and editing video and audio tracks to create a polished presentation. Students also view and analyze commercial productions as well as student work. Students are expected to exhibit professional ethics, manage their resources, and meet deadlines. Students may be required to film school-related activities. Community 205

209 WORLD LANGUAGE Course Guide - Community French I French I offers the opportunity to study both the language and culture of France and French speaking countries. The foundations of understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French are emphasized. Students are introduced to various aspects of French culture through special projects, audiovisual materials, and geography. We will explore and celebrate cultural differences and similarities via authentic food, music, games, movies, presentations, skits and much more. per term Year Community French II French I French II is a continuation study of the structure of the French language through more intensive development of oral and written skills. More emphasis is placed on reading skills with the introduction of literature by French authors. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests in the language and culture through independent projects. per term Year Community French III French II French III is a continuation of French II with a greater emphasis on oral communication and writing skills. In-depth grammar is presented and culture is explored in greater detail. Students will read and learn about several French authors through short stories and poetry. The course is taught in French and students are expected to speak in French. per term Year Community

210 WORLD LANGUAGE Course Guide - Community French Literature and Conversation I French II The class will use French literature to explore ideas, introduce new grammar points, solidify previously learned grammar and expand vocabulary. We will use songs, videos, and poems to generate discussion and conversation in French. The class will be conducted almost entirely in French. A prerequisite for this class is French 2. It would be appropriate for current French 3 students. The class will be taught in a two-year cycle, so students can take two years. s 2 Terms Community French Literature and Conversation II French Literature and Conversation I The class will use French literature to explore ideas, introduce new grammar points, solidify previously learned grammar and expand vocabulary. We will use songs, videos, and poems to generate discussion and conversation in French. The class will be conducted almost entirely in French. A prerequisite for this class is French Literature and Conversation I. It would be appropriate for current French 4 students Terms Community Latin I Latin offers the opportunity to study both the language and culture of ancient Rome, which has had a profound influence upon Western culture. This course also develops skills in English by providing for the study of English vocabulary from Latin roots, topics in English grammar, and writing skills through the editing of translations. Students will also begin to appreciate the impact of ancient Greek and Roman literature and mythology on Western literature and art through discussions, presentations and skits. Text: Cambridge Latin Course, Units 1 & 2. per term Year Community 207

211 WORLD LANGUAGE Course Guide - Community Latin II Latin I Students will begin with a review of first year Latin and will go on to complete basic Latin grammar. Students will also continue studying English derivatives of Latin and Greek words and sharpening their translation skills. Latin II will study the history of Rome with greater attention to detail and will be able to recognize features of our own government designed to mirror the Roman Republic. Readings will focus on historical figures such as Romulus, the Etruscan kings, Horatius, Cincinnatus, Cicero, Julius Caesar and Augustus. In addition, students will continue to deepen their understanding of classical mythology and its impact on western culture. Readings will include Perseus and Hercules. Text: Cambridge Latin Course, Units 3. per term Year Community Latin III Latin II Students will continue to practice the grammar fundamentals from Latin I and II and move toward the reading of authentic Roman authors. Students will translate Cornelius Nepos (Hannibal), Julius Caesar (DeBello Gallico), and Catullus (carmina). Text: Cambridge Latin Course, Units 4. per term Year Community Latin IV Latin III This course alternates between Cicero (prose) and Vergil s Aeneid (poetry). Students will examine the cultural and historical contexts of various texts and use these contexts to inform translation and understanding. Course may be repeated for credit per term Year Community

212 WORLD LANGUAGE Course Guide - Community Spanish I Spanish I offers the opportunity to study both the language and culture of Spanish speaking countries. The foundations of understanding, speaking, reading and writing of Spanish are emphasized. Students are introduced to various aspects of Hispanic culture through special projects, audiovisual materials, and geography. We will explore and celebrate cultural differences and similarities via authentic food, music, games, movies, presentations, skits and much more. per term Year Community Spanish II Spanish I A continued study of the structure of the Spanish language with an emphasis on communicative skills. Reading skills are improved through the introduction of authentic materials. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests in the language and culture through independent projects. per term Year Community Spanish III Spanish II Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish II with a greater emphasis on oral communication and writing skills. In-depth grammar is presented and culture is explored in greater detail. Students will read and learn about several Hispanic authors through short stories and poetry. The course is taught in Spanish and students are expected to speak in Spanish. per term Year Community Spanish IV Spanish III A continuation of grammar review with a greater emphasis on writing, reading and authentic communicative activities. Students will explore the language and culture through poetry, novellas, movies, and independent projects. All students will be expected and required to speak in Spanish during class time. per term Year Community 209

213 210 ROBERTO CLEMENTE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 4377 Textile Road Ypsilanti, MI (734) Eligibility: City-wide, ninth through twelfth grade students upon referral, review and acceptance by a screening committee. We also have a partnership with Ypsilanti Public Schools. Roberto Clemente is an alternative educational program that was established by the Ann Arbor Board of Education in 1974, for 9 th through 12 th graders, who attend the Ann Arbor Public School District. The Clemente Family serves students who require a smaller, more structured and nurturing environment. Students may be self-referred or referred by their counselor or administrator. Please contact the class principal or counselor at your child s school if you are interested in enrolling in our program. Clemente follows a trimester schedule that breaks the school year into three, twelve-week terms. Students may only enroll at the beginning of a trimester. We have a strict dress code which all students who wish to attend Clemente must follow. Please refer to our Parent Handbook, which is on our website, for further information. ( Under the trimester schedule, some courses are covered in three terms, some in two terms and others in one term. Students take five classes per term and each class is worth 0.50 credits. Students may earn up to 8.25 credits per school year. MISSION All students will develop the attitude, skill sets, and work ethic to immediately become productive, valued citizens. PHILOSOPHY to receive more individual attention. We stress the development of academic and social skills necessary for future success. We offer all the core classes that meet the graduation requirements of the Ann Arbor Public Schools, along with some electives. Students graduate and receive their diploma from their home school Huron, Pioneer, Community, Skyline, or Ypsilanti High. Upperclassmen have the opportunity to split enroll between Clemente and their home school as long as their grades and attendance are good. They take two classes at Clemente and three at their home school. Every week we have either a whole school Rap Session or a small group Mentoring time. Issues impacting students are discussed as well as individual problems or concerns. Positive steps toward achieving success at Clemente and upon return to their sending school are emphasized. Students have the opportunity to stay after school twice a week. A late bus takes students home at 4:20 p.m. Clemente views parents as an important component in their child s success and parents are always welcomed in our school. Students who have a 2.0 GPA are allowed to participate on sports teams and other extra-curricular activities offered at their home school. CLEMENTE STUDENT CREED Who I am and what I do here will help create the path of who I will become. Success is not delivered to the lucky, but instead to the prepared. I am compromising my future any day that I choose to be unprepared. My future means too much to me for that. Roberto Clemente is an alternate educational program that fosters a family environment and develops relationships between students, staff, parents, and the community. Clemente offers smaller class sizes where students are able

214 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Roberto Clemente English 9 9 Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English language arts. Students study persuasion and propaganda; increase their literary analysis skills by studying a variety of authors and works, focusing on American literature; develop their composition skills by applying the writing process to character and memory sketches; focus on the social, regional, and functional varieties of American English. This course is the first half of a two-year sequence to be completed in English 10. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente English Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English language arts. Students continue to increase their literary analysis skills by studying a variety of authors and works, including world literature; develop their composition skills by applying the writing process to essays of reflection, argumentation, and critical analysis; focus on the history of the English language. This course is the second half of a two-year sequence begun in English 9. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente Composition This writing course focuses on the development of expository writing skills. Work includes concentration on sentence variation, paragraph development, and essay organization. Students progress from free writing to the finished essay. Roberto Clemente 211

215 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Literature, American Students become acquainted with American authors through novels, short stories, drama and poetry. Emphasis is placed on both critical reading and the study of characteristics of various literary types. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente Literature, African-American This course is designed for students who have an interest in African-American literature. Students will engage in critical reading, thoughtful discussion, and formal and personal forms of writing related to the readings. Its emphasis is on a deeper understanding of novels, autobiographies, plays, short stories, and poetry by well known African-American writers. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente

216 MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Algebra I Pre-Algebra This is a strong first-year algebra course. Algebra I begins with the development of the real number system and operations on the real numbers. Topics include open sentences in one and two variables, systems of equations, graphing of linear functions, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, radicals, quadratic conditions, and computer and calculator activities. This class is primarily a ninth grade course. Upon successful completion of this course, students typically elect Geometry. per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente Algebra II Geometry This is an advanced algebra course which includes number systems, review of linear sentences, polynomials, rational expressions, systems of sentences, introduction to functions, coordinate geometry, exponents, logarithms, trigonometry, conic sections, graphing calculator, and some theory of equations, sequences, probability, and statistics. per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente Geometry First-year Algebra course This course integrates the basic concepts of plane and solid geometry, introduces logic and trigonometry, and strengthens algebra skills. Relevant computer applications are integrated into the course. Upon successful completion of the course, students typically elect Algebra II. per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente 213

217 M U S I C MUSIC Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Ensemble, Exploratory Music Audition & interview In this class we explore the structure of popular music and recreate cover songs and perform for one another on a weekly format. This process allows us to eventually create songs of our own in the popular style and culminates in an end of semester performance for our community. May be repeated for credit class size permitting. Roberto Clemente Drumming CR This ensemble learns about African Culture and the African Diaspora through music. We learn about the West African Drumming, the music of Brazil, Cuba and Haita and celebrate these Cultures through song. This is a performance ensemble and we perform for our Clemente Community and the Ann Arbor Community at large. Roberto Clemente Drama CR In this class we learn about different dramatic techniques and styles that allow a person to explore the world of acting. Through acting games and activities we improve our improvisational skills in acting, learning to identify emotions and recreate them and bring these techniques to the stage in taking part in a full scale production. In this class, you become a member of Roberto Clemente s Acting Troupe!.50 unit Roberto Clemente

218 P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N / H E A L T H PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Personal Fitness I - Co-ed This required course involves instruction and practice in planning, implementing and evaluating an individualized fitness program. The course will focus on understanding the basic concepts of flexibility, cardiovascular and muscular endurance and strength through instruction and practice. The emphasis of this course is on lifetime health related fitness. Roberto Clemente Sports, Team I Instruction, drills, and competition in traditional and seasonal sports: football, basketball, volleyball, softball, floor hockey, etc. Roberto Clemente Health and Wellness This class builds upon the middle school Safety, Wellness, and Reproductive Health course, and provides updated information regarding substance use and abuse. The course emphasizes wellness and prevention and is designed to enable students to be responsible, respectful, informed and capable when making decisions which would affect upon the well being of themselves and others. Roberto Clemente 215

219 SCIENCE SCIENCE Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Biology This course utilizes a hands on approach, analogies and examples familiar to students to explain biological principles. The goal is for students to discover and understand the important principles of biology, enhance their thinking skills and curiosity to learn more about life around them. per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente Earth Science This course takes an inquiring view of earth in its environment in space. Course content is drawn from the fields of astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, geography, soil science, and ecology. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente Ecology and Resource Management This course is designed to expose students to their environment and a better understanding of it. Course work, lab activities and outdoor trips will be used to introduce and illustrate various ecological concepts. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente Physics, Conceptual 12 Geometry; and Algebra 1 The course involves a heavy emphasis on the laboratory and a quantitative, mathematical approach in developing an understanding of physical laws and theories by which they are explained. Topics studied include mechanics, wave motion, sound, optics, heat, electricity, and electromagnetism. The course is strongly recommended for all students planning careers in science or engineering, but its value is not limited to students with such plans. This course satifies the State of Michigan graduation requirement for Physics. A working knowledge of algebra and geometry is essential to success in the course. Students must earn a D or higher to continue in the second term of this course. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement. 0.5 unit per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente

220 SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Government, U.S. This course is required by state law. It places special emphasis on the purposes of government, the historical evolution of the American political system, the U.S. Constitution, the branches of the national government, the elective process, and a review of state and local government. Roberto Clemente History and Geography, U.S. The historical development of our nation is studied to help students know how its social, cultural, and political institutions developed. Attention will be given to an analysis of the effects of the unique multiethnic/multicultural composition of our country s population on the evolution of its national history. per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente History and Geography, World This course examines the world chronologically and thematically. The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand their connections to the development of civilizations. They will examine the past to prepare for their futures as participating members of a global community. Students will use knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion, ethics, diverse cultures, and humanities to address contemporary problems in academic, civic, social, and employment settings. This course is a graduation requirement, beginning with the Class of per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente Social Issues Every Clemente student is enrolled in this course. Credit is earned by attending and participating in the weekly rap sessions. Issues impacting students are discussed as well as individual problems or concerns. Positive relationships in the home, school, and community are emphasized unit per term 3 Terms Roberto Clemente 217

221 T E C H N O L O G Y E D U C A T I O N TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Drafting 1 This course is open to students interested in the fundamentals of drafting. Areas of study include the use and care of equipment, lettering, basic techniques in drafting, making a working drawing and blueprint reading. Drawings will be created both manually (by hand) and utilizing Auto CAD. Students will learn 2-D computer aided drawing and solid modeling. This course is recommended for students planning to enter any technical field. Roberto Clemente Technology, CTE Information Through discovery and hands-on activities students will explore selected areas of media, computer, and electronic communications. Student investigation and problem solving will include the use of tools, materials, and equipment unique to the information field. Activities and content areas of exploration may include: desktop publishing, the creation of media including print, video and audio, and much more. Roberto Clemente Technology, Physical Through discovery and hands-on activities students will explore selected areas of construction, manufacturing, transportation, power, and energy. Student investigation and problem solving will include the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in this area of technology. Activities and content areas of exploration may include: levitation, solar vehicles, rocketry, structure building and testing, robotics manipulation and development, and much more. Roberto Clemente

222 W O R L D L A N G U A G E WORLD LANGUAGE Course Guide - Roberto Clemente Spanish I Spanish I offers the opportunity to study both the language and culture of Spanish speaking countries. The foundations of understanding, speaking, reading and writing of Spanish are emphasized. Students are introduced to various aspects of Hispanic culture through special projects, audiovisual materials and geography studies. We will explore and celebrate cultural differences and similarities via authentic food, music, games, movies, presentations, skits and much more. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente Spanish II Spanish I Continued study of the structure of the Spanish language through more intensive development of oral and written skills. More emphasis is placed on reading and listening comprehension skills. per term 2 Terms Roberto Clemente 219

223 220 *Ann Arbor Technical High School (Formerly Stone High) 2800 Stone School Road Ann Arbor, MI (734) Ann Arbor Technical High School is a fully NCA accredited, diploma issuing intervention high school serving the students of Ann Arbor with highly qualified teachers. Ann Arbor Technical s course selection reflects the AAPS District Requirements for graduation, which includes the state-mandated Michigan Merit Curriculum. Tech High offers a small setting for approximately 200 students, ages 16-20, who may have hit some struggles with their education, but are ready to dedicate themselves to school success. Established in 1993, the focus of this intervention high school continues to be the reconnection of students with school through strong personal relationships and a small learning community. The teachers, counselors and principal continually encourage an environment of personal responsibility, helping each student identify his/her range of choices in every situation. Each student begins with an interview process that establishes his or her academic strengths and weaknesses with the outcome being a solid educational plan. Students age, credits earned and available resources are honestly discussed during the creation of the student s educational plan. Ann Arbor Technical High School is committed to providing a quality education and maintaining a safe environment where the expectation for every member of our school community is to be responsible, respectful and reasonable. In addition, a Graduate Coach is on staff to support the student s transition to college. Credit recovery is a hallmark of A2 Tech s commitment to helping students get back on track academically. In addition to face-to-face classes, we offer opportunities for students to complete academic credit through state curriculum-aligned on-line courses. While students can work at home, computers and staff are available during the school day, after school, and two evenings a week through the Options Magnet program. WAY Washtenaw Cyber School is yet one more alternative to the traditional day program. Tech High is the home of the state-funded on-site Regional Alliance for Healthy Schools (RAHS) Health Center. Students and their siblings may make an appointment with a nurse, nurse practitioner, doctor, or social worker; to seek information; to obtain a referral to outside agencies and services; or to get the necessary paperwork to see the mobile dentists or eye doctors. Help is available on topics affecting a student s physical, emotional, and social well-being. In addition, A2 Tech students serve on the Center s Youth Advisory Council (YAC). Team-building and leadership skills are acquired through activities, including presentations to other schools and to legislators in Lansing and, some years, in Washington DC. Ann Arbor Technical is the only high school in Washtenaw County housing an infant/toddler childcare facility dedicated to caring for the children of our high school students for the low rate of one dollar per day. All teen parents desiring to use the day care are required to complete a year-long parenting class. Additional support is available to teen parents through Washtenaw County s First Steps Program and other community resources. Toddler Tech is a program using computers to teach soft motor skills, letter recognition, and early childhood computer skills. Extra-curricular activities vary with the needs of the students and currently included: Black Student Union, Intergroup, Youth Advisory Council, Basketball, and the A2 Tech Stop and Shop Store (independent living items bought with Tech Dollars ). * New name pending Board of Education approval

224 ART ART Course Guide - Stone Art and Design Students examine the significance of the visual arts on our lives. Design elements and compositional principles are studied while learning studio techniques. This course will help students appreciate the joy of creating art as well as increase their understanding of the role of art and design in society. Also it is intended for students with a strong interest in art who are considering professional study or a career in art. Students will be evaluated according to their studio participation, quality of work, critical thinking, and class discussions. This course may be repeated. 0.5 unit Stone 221

225 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Stone English as a Second Language I English as a Second Language II English as a Second Language III Standardized testing or teacher recommendation Stone's ESL program is an English Conversation based program. All skill areas are taught: listening, speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on speaking and conversation. There are three classes offered each day: level 2, level 3 and level 4. Classes meet for 15 weeks for two semesters: Sept -Dec. and Jan - May. Each class has 35 students, with a program total of 109 students, including Adult Ed students. 0.5 unit per term 2 Semesters each Stone English 9 (A) English 9 (B) Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English language arts. Students continue to increase their literacy analysis skills by studying a variety of authors and works, including world literature; develop their composition skills by applying the writing process to essays of reflection, argumentation, and critical analysis. Writing focus will be on narrative writing. 0.5 unit per term Year Stone English 10 (A) English 10 (B) Students apply the communication process to specific aspects of English Language arts. Students continue to increase their literary analysis skills. Students will have a heavy emphasis on grammar and mechanics and sentence structure. Writing focus will be on descriptive writing. 0.5 unit per term Year Stone

226 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Stone English 11 (A) English 11 (B) This class is meant to explore literature and language through various social, cultural, historical and economc perspectives. Students will begin to prepare for post-secondary education and careers through intensive writing that is research based with the primary focus being persuasive writing. 0.5 unit per term Year Stone English 12 (A) English 12 (B) English 12 is a course designed to prepare students to master areas of reading comprehension, critical thinking and academic writing. The primary writing focus will be expository. Students will examine their role as a citizen, their responsibility within our community and how leadership is important. 0.5 unit per term Year Stone Writing, Creative I This course is designed for students who are interested in reading and writing poems. Over the course of the term, student engage in critical readings of poems by a diverse collection of writers and, through discussion and other exercises, work to make sense of relationships between form, technique, function, and meaning. Students explore their own poetic voices by writing a variety of poems (e.g. sonnet, villanelle, pantoum, rhymed couplets, free verse, etc.) for a variety of audiences. Students are expected to share their poems with each other in workshopping sessions and to offer insights into their classmates poems, as well. Student may be required to complete a collections of poems, a portfolio project, or another poetry-related project by the end of the term. This course is also designed for students seriously interested in writing and writers. This course examines the art of writing fiction in a number of genres, including character sketch, point-of-view piece, the short-short story, the short story, and humorous prose. In examining the elements of style, characterization, form, point of view, and dialogue, students read and analyze selections from the works of a number of major 20th century writers. Stone 223

227 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Stone Writing for Publication - Yearbook Students participate in the production of the yearbook from theme selection through printing and distribution of the finished product. Throughout the year, students are involved in photography, sales and advertising, page layout, photo scanning, interviewing and writing. All students will learn how to write headlines, captions, and use expository writing to create articles. They will be expected to use these writing skills to contribute to the yearbook. They will also edit and peer edit. 0.5 unit per term Year Stone Literature, African-American This course is designed for students who have an interest in Arican-American literature. Students will engage in critical reading, thoughtful discussion, and formal and personal forms of writing related to the readings. Its emphasis is on a deeper understanding of novels, autobiographies, plays, short stories, and poetry by well known African-American writers. 0.5 unit per term 2 terms Stone Literature, Graphic Novels Often neglected in the English canon, graphic novels (or comic books as they are often called) are gaining acceptance for the legitimate, often insightful portrayals of modern issues. Because of the rich contribution graphic novels have made to literature, students will study the birth and growth of the graphic novel and explore various graphic novels from a variety of world cultures. Of particular emphasis will comparing eastern versus western modes of and meaning in graphic novel storytelling. 0.5 unit per term 1 term Stone Speech and Communication Students study the communication process. They focus on the fundamentals of oral language and develop a communication literacy. Students participate in a variety of speech activities, such as interviews. Students prepare speeches by selecting and researching topics, organizing ideas and information, and presenting speeches for specific audiences. Students evaluate content and delivery of speeches. Stone

228 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Course Guide - Stone Read 180-HS Reading Assesments This course is designed to expose students to the fundamental concepts of reading and literature while improving their overall reading fluency and vocabulary knowledge base. In the process, students will focus on themes of world cultures, gender, family concepts, teen issues and much more. Other primary focal points will be reading comprehension, spelling, grammar, writing, oral speaking skills and in some cases, phonics. This is a 90-minute, yearlong course. Students will complete a 20-minute whole group session, three 20 minute rotations of reading, small group work and computers and final wrap-up session. As scheduling permits, this course may be extended to be a full 2-hour block to accommodate a writing component. per term Year Stone 225

229 HEALTH & WELLNESS HEALTH & WELLNESS Course Guide - Stone Health and Wellness Health Education is designed to encourage the student to develop sound health preventative measures and good decision making skills by using up-to-date facts, principles, and concepts to foster a more productive lifestyle. Students are encouraged to assume responsibility for their own wellness and to understand the importance of maintaining a sound mind in a sound body. 0.5 unit Stone

230 MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS Course Guide - Stone Algebra I 9 Pre-Algebra course; and teacher recommendation This is a comprehensive first-year algebra course that follow the state s high school content expectations, known as the HSCE s. The course begins with the development of the real number system and operations on the real numbers. Topics include open sentences in one and two variables, systems of equations, graphing of linear functions, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, radicals, quadratics equations and functions, and all other topics iin the HSCE s. per term 2 Terms Stone Algebra I - 1/4 Algebra I - 2/4 Algebra I - 3/4 Algebra I - 4/4 This is a two year math class comprised of four terms. The first term includes pre-algebra concepts along with skill building topics. per term 2 Years Stone Geometry This course integrates the basic concepts of plane and solid geometry, introduces logic, proof, constructions, and trigonometry, and strengthens algebra skills. 0.5 unit per term 2 Terms Stone 227

231 M I S C E L L A N E O U S MISCELLANEOUS Course Guide - Stone Digital Media and Effective Communication This is a hands-on class. Students will explore the world of digital media. They will work with web page design for the Internet, including: story board, shoot and edit, analog and digital video. They will record and edit digital audio and sound effects; draw and develop animations for multimedia productions, for the World Wide Web and for video, and they will author advanced multimedia presentations. Stone Parenting-Child Development This course is designed to help students understand and manage the emotional, social, academic and societal demands of becoming a parent. Current or future parents will learn how to balance work/life/school. Likewise, students will have access to community resources, guest speakers and options beyond high school for non-traditional students. Students enrolled in this course will have opportunity to receive several certifications including but not limited to CPR, First Aid and NEFE. This course may be taken for English or elective credit. 0.5 unit per term 1 term Stone

232 P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N PHYSICAL EDUCATION Course Guide - Stone Personal Fitness I - Co-ed The Physical Education course is designed to meet the needs and abilities of all students. The program is geared to team sports, individual sports, recreational, leisure and lifetime activities. The goal of the program is to develop favorable attitudes and appreciation towards athletics, play, leisure, lifetime activities and healthful living. Understanding of the game and its rules and safety, development of physical skills, and making improvements in overall motor fitness levels and cardiovascular fitness are emphasized. Social and emotional outcomes such as cooperation, honesty, dependability, courage, leadership, friendship, sportsmanship and self-confidence are also stressed. 0.5 unit Stone 229

233 SCIENCE SCIENCE Course Guide - Stone Biology (A) Biology (B) Literally, Biology means the study of life. Biology students will study what living organisms are, and the organisms' similarities and differences. Students will investigate how all living organisms interact with each other and their environment. Students will learn how scientists work and the scientific method, so that they can look at a problem objectively, and make intelligent decisions concerning biological issues. Students will also learn to understand the changes in the fields of biology in order to be healthy and responsible citizens and productive workers. Text book- Biology, Principles & Explorations. Holt, Rinehart and Winston (2001) 0.5 unit per term each Stone Earth Science This course takes an inquiring view of the planet earth in its environment in space. Course content is drawn from the fields of astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, geography, soil science, and ecology. It is laboratory course which, just as biology, may be used in meeting college admission requirements. 0.5 unit per term 2 Terms Stone Ecology and Resource Management (A) Ecology and Resource Management (B) This course is designed to develop the student's appreciation and scientific understanding of his environment. Course content emphasizes basic ecological principles and problems involving land and peoples' relation to it. Laboratory and field studies, as facilities permit, are important aspects of course work. 0.5 unit per term each Stone

234 SCIENCE Course Guide - Stone Physics, Conceptual (A) Physics, Conceptual (B) This course is a descriptive approach to physics for students with an emphasis on the concepts of physics and less emphasis on complicated calculations. Topics in this two semester course include motion, force, momentum, gravity, and mechanical energy in the first semester, and states of matter, temperature, sound, electromagnetic, radiation, and electricity in the second. 0.5 unit per term 2 Terms Stone Astronomy This course examinies the vast universe and the different objects in it including planets, exoplanets, stars, black holes, and galaxies. With an emphasis on chemistry and physics, the methods that scientists have used to discover the many wonders of our universe will be examined. 1 term Stone 231

235 SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Stone Economics This course is designed to promote the understanding of basic economic concepts on the local, national, and international level. It will also explore the roles of consumers and producers. Throughout this course students will learn from discussions, research, and interactive activities. This course is required for graduation for the class of 2011 and beyond. This course will offer an opportunity to earn online experience hours toward the 20 hour Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirement, for the Classes of 2011 and beyond Units Stone Government, U.S. This course is designed to give the student a common background into the growth and development of government, not only in America but in the world as a whole. We will explore the creation of different governing bodies in and around the world, focusing on American government as our case study. We are fortunate to be studying American government during this historic time in American history and will use the elections as a starting point for our journey into the foundations of government in the United States. 0.5 unit Stone History and Geography, U.S. (A) History and Geography, U.S. (B) The historical development of our nation is studied to help students know how its social, cultural and political institutions developed. Students will comprehend the causes of the problems which exist in contemporary society. Attention will be given to an analysis of the effects of the unique multiethnic/multicultural composition of this country's population on the evolution of its national history. The first term covers a brief review of early American history from reconstruction to the emergence of the US as world power. The second term covers the development of modern America during the 20th century. Projects and reading beyond the textbook will also be used. 0.5 unit per term each Stone

236 SOCIAL STUDIES Course Guide - Stone History and Geography, World (A) History and Geography, World (B) This course is designed to give the student a common background into the growth and development of civilization as a whole across the entire world. We will explore the rise and development of human civilization as well as different cultural groups, comparing and contrasting these cultures in order to gain a deeper understanding. We will also study periods in history full of bloody insurrections, global strife, and continuing change, and their impact on the world that we live in today. I intend to be a tour guide through the history of the great civilizations that led to the development of the modern world. 0.5 unit per term each Stone Psychology Throughout the course we will use a blend of materials and resources to get a basic understanding of Psychology. We will begin with historical elements of the science, and delve deeply into four main Schools of Though in the field. In getting to know th development of Psychological Theory, we will see it grow from ideas to a vast, ever-expanding field of study, theory, and medicine. The course will cover physiological aspects of psychology including the brain and nervous system, as well as units on behavior, abnormal and learning. s Stone Sociology Sociology will explore people and how people interact in their society. Culture is a dynamic entity, meaning it constantly changes as it adapts to new situations. Because culture is as much personal as it is public, students will be required to be open-minded as we take a look at culture from the perspective of an outsider. Students will study historical as well as progressive perspectives on Sociology. Students will gain a greater understanding on the way groups develop and interact. Select Reading from: Sociology and You Sociology, a Down to Earth Perspective Sociology Case Studies in Sociology Taking Sides Stone 233

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