Euclid High School Elective Courses

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1 Euclid High School Elective Courses Department Course Description Prerequisites/Fees Art Forms of Expression Gain insight into artists expressions $10 fee per semester in music, dance, theater, and visual art. Analyze the materials of arts and various ways of organization. Art Ceramics Understand design elements, B average in Drawing, $15 fee principles, and techniques involved in clay. Art Design Foundation art class $15 fee per semester Art Drawing Focus on the fundamentals of B average in Design landscape, still- life drawing, portrait, and figure drawing. Art Photography Explore photography as a means of creative expression. $15 per semester; students must own a 35mm camera and purchase own film Art Advanced Photography Build a photo portfolio consisting of best work from two years of photography. Business Accounting Learn the foundation of accounting, including fundamentals of sole proprietorship, partnership, and merchandising business. Business International Business (.5 Survey the various elements of global production and trade and examine international business issues. and paper. Completion of Photography A and B with a B average, $7.50/semester

2 Business Business Computer Personal and Business Law Personal Finance (.5 Introduction to Web- Design (.5 Recommended for students interested in learning their legal rights and how the law affects their daily lives. Recommended for students interested in making wise consumer choices including when buying a car and renting an apartment. Provides hands- on experiences with digital graphics and web page design and production. Computer Advanced Web Design Designed for students who desire additional work with web page design. Computer Computer Basic Video Game Programming (.5 Digital Imaging (.5 Introduces students to video game programming, including game type, treatment, technology, graphics, and sound. Learn basic operations and the correct use of digital photographic techniques. Computer IT Essentials (.5 Provides a comprehensive overview of computer fundamentals and an introduction to advanced concepts. English English Understanding Film and Media (A & B) Creative Writing (.5 Students broaden their understanding of film history and gain media literacy. Students develop their imaginative and expository writing skills as applied to poetry, short stories, and personal essays. Completion of Introduction to Web Design Strong math skills Completion of Sophomore English

3 English Speech (.5 Examine theories of and skills necessary for effective communication. Industrial Technology Industrial Technology Woodworking Learn safe and proper use of both hand and stationary power tools. Learn how to plan a project through measuring and interpreting drawings. Advanced Woodworking Learn advanced woodworking techniques, including furniture and cabinet construction. Music Music Appreciation Learn an overview of music history (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20h Century). Explore the elements of jazz and contemporary music. Music Music Music Choral Masters (1.0 Varsity Chorale (1.25 Credits) Concert/Marching Band (1.25 Credits) Perform a wide range of choral literature including sacred, holiday, jazz, Broadway, classical, and spiritual music. Competition show choir for advanced dancers and vocalists. Performs at concerts, football games, parades, festivals, tours, and other events scheduled by the Director and/or School Administration. Music Orchestra (1.0 Comprised of string players. Perform major symphonic and pop Completion of Sophomore English $15 fee/semester B average in Woodworking, $17.50 fee/semester $5 fee

4 literature from the orchestral repertoire. Music Jazz Band (.5 Comprised of advanced saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, guitar, piano, and drum players. Music Majorettes (.5 Auxiliary unit of the marching band. Learn baton twirling, dance, and marching skills. Music Flag Corps (.5 Auxiliary unit of the marching band. Learn flag twirling, dance, and marching skills. Music Forte! (1.0 Select vocal ensemble. Perform a wide range of choral literature including madrigals, jazz, Broadway, classical, pop, and spiritual music. NJROTC Naval Science I Learn the meaning of citizenship, elements of leadership, and value of planning to attain life goals. Learn the fundamentals of marksmanship, to include air- rifle safety. Participate in Military Drill, Personal Inspection, and Physical Training. NJROTC Naval Science II Develop traits of citizenship and leadership. Learn Maritime History from 300 BC to present. Lead younger cadets in Military Drill, Personal Inspection, and Physical Training. B Average in Naval Science I

5 NJROTC Naval Science III Broaden understanding of operative principles of military leadership, significance of teamwork, and fundamentals of American democracy. NJROTC Naval Science IV Deepen the understanding of military leadership through seminars, reading assignments, classroom presentations, and practical work with younger cadets. Learn techniques of motivation. Physical Physical Physical PE Fitness The purpose of the fitness- based course is to encourage overall fitness and the important role fitness plays in living a healthier, happier and longer life. Motivation and the interrelationship of physical and health- related skills will be emphasized to promote a healthy lifestyle. Participation in various fitness- based activities can contribute to living a healthy lifestyle PE Lifetime Sports The Lifetime Sports component provides students with the opportunity to participate in individual activities that contribute to a healthy lifestyle that are outside the team/group realm. Participation in various lifetime sports activities can contribute to living a healthy lifestyle. PE Strength Students will formulate an Individualized Training Program for B average in Naval Science II B average in Naval Science III Quizzes, Test Suggested Activities: Aerobics/Dance/Zumba; Distance Running; Plyometrics; Power Walking; Resistance/Weight Training; Speed/Agility Training; Personal Fitness Planning; Stress Reduction and Relaxation Techniques Quizzes, Test Suggested Activities: Archery, Badminton, Deck Tennis, Frisbee, Golf, Pickle Ball, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track and Field, Orienteering Daily Workout Logs, Monthly Physical

6 Physical their individual sport, gender, and age. They will practice and apply proper weight training techniques by participating in Core Training and Functional Exercises that Improve Performance. Students will participate in Agility and Performance Enhancing Exercises designed especially for young athletes. Students will participate in Plyometric Exercises and Performance Enhancing Exercises especially designed for young athletes. Students will practice and apply skills for Core Strengthening Exercises. Students will participate in and apply skills for Cardiovascular Endurance. Students will learn and apply skills to create a nutrition program specifically designed for them PE Team Sport The purpose of the Team Sports component will be for the students to understand that acceptable outcomes are the result of cooperation and participation. Through participation in the various activities, the students will understand how sportsmanship and adherence to rules deter conflict. Students will understand that individual responsibility and attitude play an important role in group success. Participation in various group activities can contribute to living a healthy lifestyle. Fitness Exams, Reflective Nutrition Journal Quizzes, Test Suggested Activities: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Diamond Games, Net Games, Speed Ball, Ultimate Games, Handball Science Engineering Learn core content and build 21 st Students must have already completed

7 Connections (.5 century skills such as collaboration and global social consciousness. Topics of study include forensics and genetics, natural disasters, sports science, and robotics. Social Studies Advanced Mediation Learn skills to help de- escalate conflict in multiple settings. Study conflict and the influence it has upon our global society. Social Studies Psychology Topics of study include infancy and childhood, adolescence, gender differences, conflict, stress, and coping, and socio- cultural influences on behavior. three science credits Previous participation in the EHS Peer Mediation program Students must have already completed three social studies credits