Lemoore High School Counseling Services Guide

.+ Lemoore High School Counseling Services Guide List of Courses 2009-2010

Lemoore High School COUNSELING SERVICES Mission Statement To guide students in developing a comprehensive educational plan that meets state and local graduation requirements supporting students individual needs, interests, and Next Step goals following high school. Counseling and Guidance Staff 924-6600 Rodney Brumit Principal ext 214 Howard Yamagiwa Assistant Principal ext 217 Mandy Arevalo Counselor (A C) ext 102 Kathy Erickson Counselor (S Z) ext 222 Yvette Hansen Counselor (D G) AVID ext 223 Larry Ruiz Counselor (Mi R) ext 339 Wey Wyrick Counselor (H Me) Lead Counselor ext 221 Maria Milton School Psychologist ext 211 Jeff Frasieur Speech Therapist ext 103 Cara Cummings School Nurse ext 224 Susan Bertao Registrar ext 246 Astrid Garrovillo Administrative Secretary ext 218 Tammi Goff Administrative Secretary ext 219 Jill Naylon Career Guidance Technician ext 306 Margaret Gladders Career Guidance Technician ext 365 Liz Machado Career Advisor/ROP ext 168 To make an appointment with their counselor, students should complete a Request for Conference Form found in the Counseling Office and place it in their counselor s box. Parents can make an appointment with their child s counselor by calling the numbers given above. Revised 12-08 jn

Table of Contents The Next Step Program and Four Year Plan page 1 Glossary of Terms page 2 Pathways and Their Electives Agriculture and the Environment Pathway page 6 Art, Media, and Communications Pathway page 7 Business and Technology Pathway page 8 Consumer and Family Pathway page 9 Health and Recreation Pathway page 10 Industrial Engineering/Technology Pathway page 11 Professional and Governmental Services Pathway page 12 Lemoore High School Graduation Requirements page 13 Requirements If You Are Entering the Military page 14 If You Are Entering the Work Force page 15 For Attending a Community College page 16 For Attending a Private, Vocational, or Out-of-State School page 17 Worksheet For Class Selection If You Plan to Enter the Work Force, the Military, a Community College or a Vocational School page 18 For Attending a UC or CSU page 19 Worksheet For Class Selection If You Plan to Attend a UC or CSU page 20 Classes That Meet the a-g Admission Requirements for a UC or CSU page 21 For Becoming a Member of the California Scholarship Federation page 22 Classes That Receive Points for CSF page 23 Everything You Need To Know For Students and Their Parents-registration, withdrawal, 8th grade enrollment page 24 For High School Freshmen and Their Parents page 25 For High School Sophomores and Their Parents page 26 For High School Juniors and Their Parents page 27 For High School Seniors and Their Parents page 28 About Course Selection, Changing Schedules page 29 Course Descriptions Agriculture page 33 Art page 36 Business and Technology page 38 English and Language Arts page 40 Foreign Language page 44 Home Economics page 46 Industrial Technology page 47 Mathematics page 49 Performance Studies page 51 Physical Education page 55 Science page 57 Social Science page 59 Non Departmental page 61 Counseling and Guidance Staff Information LHS Departments and Programs Where to Find the Answers to Your Questions front cover back cover back cover

The Next Step Program and the Four Year Plan The purpose of the Next Step Program and the goal of Lemoore High School is to encourage all students to tailor their education plans toward reaching their long term personal and career goals. This is done by creating a Four Year Plan, which is the selection of specific classes and activities designed to fit students goals, thus allowing them to graduate with the maximum preparation that can be provided in high school. To develop a Four Year Plan, students do two things: They decide what their plans are following graduation from high school. They may choose to go to work, join the military, attend a community college, attend a UC or CSU, or attend a private college, vocational school, or a school that is out-of-state. Each has different requirements. They choose the Career Pathway that best fits their personal and career goals. A Career Pathway is a group of similar occupations. The following seven Pathways are offered at LHS: Agriculture and the Environment; Art, Media, and Communications; Business/Technology; Consumer and Family; Health and Recreation; Industrial Engineering Technology; Professional and Governmental Services. After these two decisions have been made, students will select the classes they need to reach their goals. As students progress through high school they will have the opportunity to review and modify their goals with guidance from their parents and counselor. Throughout each school year, students will also have the opportunity to take advantage of many Career Pathway activities and events, such as Next Step speakers, Job Shadowing, College Night, college speakers, and field trips. The Next Step Program recognizes those students who have excelled in their Pathway choices. Honor Cords are awarded to seniors who have done well academically while participating in a wide variety of activities relating to their Pathway. The culmination of the Next Step Program is the Senior Exit Interview. At this time each senior is interviewed by two members of the community who help each student determine whether or not they have reached the goals in their Four Year Plan. Passing the Senior Exit Interview is a graduation requirement at LHS. 1

Glossary a g list The 15, one-year, college prep courses high school students must take to be eligible to enter a UC or CSU. AP and Honors Classes Students in Honors and AP classes can receive additional grade points for achievement in a more rigorous curriculum. An orientation meeting is required prior to being allowed to enroll. Students in the AP classes are required to take the AP Test to receive the additional grade point. A fee is charged for each AP test. To receive college credit, you must score a 3 or higher on the AP Test. ACT see Tests AP Tests see Tests ASVAB see Tests Attendance Policy To participate in the LHS Commencement Ceremony, a student must have maintained 90% attendance during each year at LHS. (A student cannot miss more than 18 days, or 126 periods, per year.) Further information is found in the LHS Student Parent Handbook. CAHSEE see Tests Cal Grant Financial aid California students do not have to repay. Grants are based on financial and academic eligibility requirements. Applications are made through FAFSA; the deadline for applying is March 2 of each school year. CaliforniaColleges.edu This website is California s free official source for college and career planning. CSF Membership in the California Scholarship Federation is based upon achieving 10 points in specific classes offered at LHS and paying a minimal fee. Students who have been members for four of the last six semesters in high school, one of which must be the last semester of the senior year, are considered life members, and wear a gold sash and tassel at graduation. They are also eligible for the West Hills College President s Scholar Award, which pays for two years of tuition at WHC. CSU The California State University system has 23 different campuses; further information is available at www.csumentor.edu. Career Center The Career Center is a resource for financial aid and scholarship information, as well as the place to sign up for Next Step events and field trips, job shadowing, and college and career presentations. Computers, work permits, college catalogs, and financial aid and scholarship handbooks are available in the Career Center. Career Cruising A web-based career exploration and planning tool students and parents can use to explore career and college options and create resumes. www.careercruising.com Career Pathway A Career Pathway is a group of similar occupations. There are seven Career Pathways at LHS: Agriculture and the Environment; Art, Media, and Communications; Business/Technology; Consumer and Family; Health and Recreation; Industrial Engineering Technology; Professional and Governmental Services. Career Technical Education Career Technical Education is a program of study that involves a multiyear sequence of courses that integrates core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers. More information on CTE may be found at www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct. 2

Co-Curricular Activity This is a program that may be associated with the curriculum in a regular classroom. College Night Lemoore High School and the Hanford High Schools alternate hosting the Kings and Southern Fresno County College Night each fall. Representatives from public and private colleges, community colleges, and the military are available to answer questions. Community College A two year college also referred to as a junior college, where students can attain an A.A. degree or a Certificate of Completion. After the completion of 60 units students can transfer to a UC or CSU. Community Service Lemoore High School requires students to complete 40 hours of community service; this is a graduation requirement. Concurrent Enrollment This is an opportunity for students who have received F s on their transcripts to make up credits. Students needing concurrent enrollment should see their counselors. Elective Electives are the classes which students may select based on their Next Step Plan. LHS requires 90 electives for graduation. Eligibility Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA in order to attend Next Step Events, field trips, dances, etc., to get a work permit, and to participate in athletics. All students are eligible during the first 6 weeks of each school year (prior to the first progress report). EOP The Educational Opportunity Program is available for low-income undergraduate students who want to attend a CSU; for more information see www.csumentor.edu. Extra-Curricular Activity This is an activity that does not take place during classroom time; it is supervised or financed by the school district. FAFSA The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available for students between January 1 and March 2; students may apply to FAFSA to receive a Cal Grant and other types of financial aid. If you are an 18 year old male, you must register with Selective Service to be eligible for financial aid. Financial Aid Financial Aid includes grants, loans, work study programs, and scholarships. Information on Financial Aid is available in the LHS Financial Aid Handbook found in the Career Center and on many websites, including www.fastweb.com. Do not pay for information on financial aid! Fine Arts A Fine Art is a course offering that highlights cultural and creative skills. Examples include art and music classes, drama production and foreign languages. Four Year Plan The Four Year Plan is the selection of specific classes and activities designed to fit students goals, thus allowing them to graduate with the maximum preparation that can be provided in high school. Honor Cord The Next Step Program recognizes those students who have excelled in their Pathway choices. Honor Cords are awarded to seniors who have done well academically while participating in a wide variety of activities relating to their Pathway. Honor Students Students who have an eight semester cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher. They are recognized at graduation. Job Shadow A job shadow provides a student with the opportunity to spend a day with an employee working in a career they are interested in. Applications are in the Career Center. 3

Library Guides Beginning with the graduating class of 2010, students are required to pass Levels I and II of the LHS Library Literacy Program. NCAA Students interested in participating in collegiate athletics as a freshman at a four year college must apply to the National Collegiate Athletic Association. NCAA requirements are different than the UC and CSU entrance requirements (p. 18); refer to the Core Course Requirements, formerly the 48H Form, and see your counselor if you are interested in collegiate athletics as a freshman at a four year college. (Div I requires 16 Core Courses, Div II requires 14 Core Courses). Next Step Program The purpose of the Next Step Program and the goal of Lemoore High School is to encourage all students to tailor their education plans toward reaching their long term personal and career goals. Next Step Speaker The Career Center invites representatives from a variety of professions to the LHS campus to speak to students about their careers. Students can sign up in the Career Center to attend sessions which may help them develop their Next Step Plans. Prerequisite A prerequisite is a class that must be taken or a requirement that must be met before a student can enroll in a more advanced class. ROP ROP classes at Lemoore High School offer students a hands-on approach to vocationally oriented programs and are often taught in conjunction with the local business community. They provide training for entry-level jobs, job related counseling and upgrading of skills. You must be 16 to attend these classes. Scholarships A scholarship is money that is awarded based on the qualifications of the student. Most scholarships require that the student fill out an application. Further information is available in the Career Center. Do not pay for any scholarship information or applications! Senior Calendar The Senior Calendar is distributed in Senior English classes during the first week of the month. It contains information which is important to seniors, such as all dates and deadlines, financial aid, scholarships, Next Step speakers and field trips, college presentations, and so on. It is extremely important that all seniors read the Senior Calendar each month! Senior Exit Interview - The culmination of the Next Step Program is the Senior Exit Interview. At this time each senior is interviewed by two members of the community who help each student determine whether or not they have reached the goals in their Four Year Plan. Passing the Senior Exit Interview is a graduation requirement at LHS. Senior Portfolio - The purpose of a Senior Portfolio is to showcase the growth and accomplishments of each student at LHS and demonstrate how they have prepared for their Next Step. It is evaluated by two members of the community at the Senior Exit Interview and includes an essay of introduction, a resume, a letter of recommendation, transcripts, other records, and samples of work collected during high school. Tests ACT A national college admissions examination that consists of tests in English, math, reading and science. This test or the SAT is required for admission to a UC or CSU. www.actstudent.org Practice questions may be found at www.number2.com. AP Tests Advanced Placement Tests, based on college-level courses, are required for students enrolled in AP classes at LHS. Passing an AP Test offers the opportunity to receive college credit for the class taken in high school. A fee is charged for each test. ASVAB A free vocational aptitude test designed to assist students with career choices, open to all students. Students interested in a military career are required to take this test. 4 Tests (continued)

CAHSEE (CA High School Exit Exam) This is a state exam that California public high school students must pass in order to graduate. Students must achieve a score of 350 in both math and English/language arts to pass the CAHSEE. California Standards Test (STAR) The CST is part of the Standardized Testing and Reporting Program in California. Students must score a minimum of 300 on the California Standards Tests (STAR) to demonstrate their proficiency in basic skills (9 th grade English/Language Arts; 10 th grade English/Language Arts, World History; 11 th grade English/Language Arts, U.S. History; Algebra I; Biology.) Placement in high school courses may be based on test results. PSAT The practice SAT is available to sophomores and juniors for a small fee. It gives students the opportunity to take a test that is similar to the SAT. Juniors who do well on the PSAT may apply for a National Merit Scholarship. www.collegeboard.com SAT I The Scholastic Aptitude Test is used to gauge the verbal and mathematics reasoning skills of students who plan to attend a four year college and is required for admission. It is suggested that students take the SAT at the end of their junior year in high school and/or at the beginning of their senior year. www.collegeboard.com Practice questions may be found at www.number2.com. SAT II Individual subject tests (i.e. history, science, foreign language, etc.) which are required for admission to a UC. Refer to the UC application form for specific requirements. TABE The TABE is a test given by the high school to determine the reading level of students planning to begin Independent Study. Transcript A transcript is a legal document of a student s school records. An official transcript has been verified by the school registrar and is placed in a sealed envelope; it is required for admission to college, and for some jobs and scholarships. It takes at least two days to get an official transcript from the registrar. An unofficial transcript is the same document without the registrar s official stamp. It may be used to review school records and is often acceptable for scholarship applications. An unofficial transcript may be picked up in the Career Center or Counseling Office. UC The University of California has 10 campuses throughout the state and is the most selective of the three postsecondary public school systems. Further information is available at www.universityofcalifornia.edu. Work Permits The state of California requires a work permit for all students under the age of 18 who are employed. Work permits may be obtained in the Career Center or the Administration Office. LHS requires a 2.0 GPA before a work permit will be issued. 5 Agriculture and the Environment Career Pathway

Entry Level Positions Ag equipment operator Ag equipment services Ag services technician crop Inspector floral designer forest ranger/aide forestry technician gardener/groundskeeper horse trainer irrigation systems technician irrigator milker pest control technician soil conservation technician tractor driver Certificate of Completion or a College Degree May Be Required Ag business owner/operator Ag researcher Ag engineer agronomist animal nutritionist artificial inseminator dairyman entomologist farmer fish and game warden forester greenhouse grower horticulturist landscape architect landscape designer livestock rancher organic chemist plant/animal geneticist tree surgeon veterinarian water manager Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Ornamental Horticulture as a Junior.) Freshman Introduction to Agriculture Ag Mechanics I Ornamental Horticulture I Small Engine Repair Junior Welding Fabrication ROP (Ag Mechanics III) Ag Science III Ag Leadership Advanced Floral Arts Veterinary Science I ROP Sophomore Ag Mechanics II Ornamental Horticulture II Ag Science II Floral Arts Ag Construction Senior Ag Leadership Veterinary Science II ROP Ag Science IV Welding Fabrication ROP (Ag Mechanics IV) 6

Art, Media, and Communications Pathway Entry Level Positions Certificate of Completion or a College actor Degree May Be Required author or playwright announcer broadcast technician art appraiser camera operator broadcast engineer cartoonist columnist choreographer or dancer conductor composer film director copywriter film editor disc jockey interior designer film maker interpreter/translator graphic designer or technician journalist lighting technician lighting designer makeup artist museum director musician photojournalist news reporter or news anchor public relations painter, sculptor, or photographer publisher recording technician recording engineer screenplay writer set designer script editor sound engineer sound, stage, or special effects technician speech writer stunt person station manager, studio manager, theatre manager studio manager talent agent technical illustrator textile designer Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Ceramics/Sculpture I as a Junior.) Freshman Drawing/Painting I Drama Production Photo I Music Theory Art Production/Design I Storytelling Beginning or Advanced Band Drawing/Painting II Wind Ensemble Jazz Ensemble/Instrumental Percussion Men s/women s Chorus Concert Choir Vocal Ensemble Entertainment Design Ceramics/Sculpture I Student Leadership I Sophomore Advanced Men s/women s Chorus Student Leadership II Art History/AD Photo II ROP Yearbook Floral Arts Art Production/Design II Drawing/Painting II Ceramics/Sculpture II Journalism I Junior Fundamentals of Web Design ROP Photo III ROP Radio/Television Broadcasting (MMCD) I ROP Art Projects Floral Arts Rhetoric (Public Speaking) Dance Senior Radio/Television Broadcasting (MMCD) II ROP 7 Photo IV ROP

Business and Technology Pathway Entry Level Positions advertising sales bank teller bookkeeper cashier clerk customer service representative data entry/data processor display/visual merchandising distributor entrepreneur importer/exporter insurance investigator loan officer marketing office manager personal assistant phone operator receptionist sales person secretary software application specialist warehouse manager Certificate of Completion or a College Degree May Be Required accountant consultant administrative assistant advertising executive bank officer/manager certified public accountant corporate buyer financial consultant hotel manager insurance broker insurance claims adjuster merchandiser nonprofit association director personnel director records processor stockbroker Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Introduction to Business as a Junior.) Freshman Leadership I Photo I Rhetoric (Public Speaking) Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) I Art Production/Design I Sophomore Leadership II Photo II Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) II Introduction to Business Advanced Software Junior Accounting I Retail Marketing I ROP Fundamentals of Web Design ROP Computer Maintenance and Repair I ROP Internetworking ROP Advanced CAD Photo III ROP Virtual Enterprise I ROP Senior Virtual Enterprise II ROP Photo IV ROP Office Aide Teacher Aide 8

Consumer and Family Pathway Entry Level Position apparel salesperson bartender career advisor caterer childcare commercial painter dietary aide food and beverage distribution food preparation food processor home furnishing sales hotel guest services museum worker restaurant manager tailor tour guide upholsterer waiter/waitress Certificate of Completion or a College Degree May Be Required child psychologist consumer advocate consumer credit counselor convention/event planner cook/chef/baker cosmetologist costume/clothing/fashion designer counselor educational administrator fashion buyer fashion journalist flight attendant hotel concierge human services manager job developer manicurist mortician nutritionist/dietician preschool teacher social director social worker teachers aide travel agent visitor/convention bureau director Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Fashion and Fabrics as a Junior.) Freshman Foods and Nutrition Fashion and Fabrics Leadership I Drama Production Story Telling Rhetoric (Public Speaking) Interior Design and Furnishings Family Living/Child Development Sophomore Culinary Arts Leadership II Introduction to Business Concepts Floral Arts Fashion Design Junior Radio/Television Broadcasting (MMCD) I ROP Advanced Floral Arts Retail Marketing ROP Accounting I Careers in Education I ROP Tiger Link Crew Senior Careers in Education II ROP Retail Marketing/Business Management II ROP Teacher Aide Office Aide 9

Health and Recreation Pathway Entry Level Position ambulance driver coach dental receptionist fitness trainer geriatric technician home health care worker hospice worker medical receptionist nurse assistant official/umpire/referee optometric technician professional athlete public relations recreation aide recreation director sports instructor travel agent Certificate of Completion or a College Degree May Be Required athletic trainer audiologist biotechnician chiropractor cruise director dental assistant, hygienist, or technologist dentist emergency medical technician hospital administrator massage therapist, dance therapist medical assistant medical doctor medical lab technician medical records administrator microbiologist nurse ophthalmologist or optometrist paramedic pharmacist phlebotomist physical educator or physical therapist physiologist psychiatric social worker or technician psychologist respiratory care technician school psychologist speech pathologist or speech therapist surgeon x-ray technician Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Leadership I as a Junior.) Freshman Athletics (after school) Leadership I Rhetoric (Public Speaking) Storytelling Sophomore Leadership II Junior Lifetime Sports Sports Medicine I ROP Health Occupations I ROP Nursing Assistant ROP Dance (PE) Athletic Weight Training and Conditioning (PE) Weightlifting and Conditioning (PE) Outdoor Recreation (PE) Tiger Link Crew Senior Sports Medicine II ROP Health Occupations II ROP Nurse s Aide Teacher s Aide 10

Industrial Engineering/Technology Pathway Entry Level Position air quality technician aircraft maintenance auto body repair automotive mechanic cabinet maker CAD technician carpenters computer repair computer technician construction trades (carpenter, plumber, roofer, concrete, insulation, etc.) control systems technician electrical repair person electrician electronics technician engineering aide laboratory technician machine operator machine technician machinist maintenance technician nuclear technician printer railroad worker refrigeration/heating technician resource conservation telephone technician truck driver welder Certificate of Completion or College Degree May Be Required archeologist architect astronomer building inspector computer engineer computer programmer computer scientist construction contractor data systems manager draftsman engineer (mechanical, electrical, structural, aeronautical, civil, chemical, mining, petroleum, etc.) geologist hydrologist industrial technologist industrial waste management meteorologist petroleum technologist physicist pilot surveyor systems analyst telecommunications analyst Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Auto I as a Junior.) Freshman Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) I Wood I Ag Mechanics I Photo I Small Engines Computer Concepts Sophomore Ag Mechanics II Photo II Wood II Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) II Technology in Business and Industry Auto I Junior Computer Maintenance and Repair ROP Advanced CAD Wood III Welding Fabrication ROP (Ag Mechanics III) Fundamentals of Web Design ROP Internetworking I ROP Metal Arts and Crafts Photo III ROP Auto II ROP Accounting I Senior Welding Fabrication ROP (Ag Mechanics IV) Photo IV ROP Internetworking II ROP 11 Wood IV

Professional and Governmental Services Pathway Entry Level Position border patrol agent career military clergy fire fighter fire prevention technician government staff worker park services worker police clerk police dispatcher postal clerk private investigator Certificate of Completion or College Degree May Be Required air traffic controller anthropologist astronaut attorney building inspector correctional, parole, or probation officer court reporter crime scene investigator or criminal investigator criminologist FBI agent fire inspector highway engineer judge librarian military officer paralegal park ranger pilot planner (city, county, land use) police administrator, police officer, or sheriff politician psychologist or family therapist public administration public utilities or public works administrator safety inspector school administrator or school counselor Secret Service teacher (elementary, secondary) Elective Options All classes may be taken in later grades if not taken earlier. (Example: A student may take Advanced Software as a Junior.) Freshman Leadership I Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) I Naval Science I Sophomore Leadership II Naval Science II Advanced Software Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) II Introduction to Business Concepts Junior Accounting I Law Enforcement/Public Safety Occupations ROP Naval Science III Radio/Television Broadcasting (MMCD) I ROP Careers in Education I ROP Retail Marketing ROP Advanced Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) Tiger Link Crew Corrections ROP Senior Radio/Television Broadcasting (MMCD) II ROP Naval Science IV Careers in Education II ROP Teacher Aide Office Aide Corrections ROP 12

Lemoore High School Graduation Requirements 260 Units must be completed: 170 units in required subjects, 90 units in electives. 5 units are awarded for each class completed per semester. Most LHS classes are designed for 2 semesters. Subject Units Semesters English 40 8 (4 years) Geography 10 2 (1 year) World History 10 2 (1 year) US History 10 2 (1 year) American Government 5 1 (1/2 year) Economics 5 1 (1/2 year) Science 20 4 (2 years) Mathematics 20 4 (2 years) Students must pass the equivalent to Algebra 1. Fine Arts* (may include 10 2 (1 year) Foreign Language) Computer Operations 5 1 (1/2 year) Life Skills 5 1 (1/2 year) Physical Education 30 6 (3 years) Total required units 170 Electives 90 Total units 260 The following may be counted as Fine Arts: all art and music classes; any foreign language; Storytelling; Drama Production; Floral Arts. NOTE: A class that satisfies the Fine Arts requirement for LHS may not fulfill the Visual & Performing Arts requirement for a UC or CSU. The third year of P.E. can be earned by: P.E. 11; P.E. 12; Dance; Outdoor Ed; Lifetime Sports; Weight Training; Athletics in the 11 th or 12 th grade (5 units per season); Pep Squad or Band (5 units per season) Classes required for graduation from LHS may not be taken at another institution while the student is enrolled in the Lemoore High School District. (Classes may be taken to make up credits for failing grades at other institutions, such as a community college.) Additional Requirements Students must: Receive a minimum standard score of 300 on the following California Standards Tests (STAR) to demonstrate a student's proficiency in basic skills (AR 6146.1) 9th Grade English/Language Arts 10th Grade English/Language Arts; 10 th Grade World History 11th Grade English/Language Arts; 11 th Grade US History plus Algebra I and Biology Alternative testing will be provided in grade 12 as needed. (Ed. Code 51216) Pass the CAHSEE (CA HS Exit Exam) (minimum score 350) in Math and English/Language Arts Pass the Senior Exit Interview Pass Levels I and II of the Library Literacy Program (Library Guides) Complete a Community Service Project (40 Hours) Be enrolled in 7 periods each day, unless otherwise authorized by the principal Counselors may recommend the waiver of some LHS requirements. 13

Requirements for Entering the Military All males must register with the Selective Service when they turn 18 You must be physically fit It is recommended that you have a high school diploma when you enlist, although you can enlist in some branches of the service with a GED To become an officer you must have a four year college degree It is recommended that you take the ASVAB to determine your possible strengths and interests Recruiters from most branches of the military are on campus monthly; recruiters also attend Pathway Events and College Night For Your Information Representatives from the military are in the Career Center on a regular basis; information on each branch of the military is available in the Career Center. Young men who have reached their 18 th birthday can register with the Selective Service when they register to vote, at their local post office, or online at www.sss.gov. 14

Before graduation: Requirements for Entering the Work Force You may begin to work as young as 14 or 15; the number of hours you work and the kind of work you do depends on your age and California state requirements If you are under 18 you must have a work permit You must maintain a 2.0 GPA in order to qualify for a work permit at LHS Applications for a work permit are in the Career Center and in the Administration Office Work permits must be obtained for each job you have, and/or must be renewed each year within five days of the beginning of school The Career Center does not find jobs for students After graduation: It is beneficial to have a resume of your skills and experience when you apply for a job You may wish to obtain letters of recommendation from high school teachers who know you well before you graduate While many entry level jobs do not require a high school diploma, in most cases you will need a diploma in order to advance within a business and/or make more money For Your Information Work permit applications are available in the Career Center. Directions for obtaining a letter of recommendation are in the Career Center. 15

Requirements for Attending a Community College During high school: You may begin taking classes at a community college while in high school with the approval of your counselor and parents Community college classes may not take the place of classes required for high school graduation unless you are in a Credit Recovery Program Applications for community colleges are found online You must apply to the college before you take their placement test Community colleges require their students to take a placement test before taking classes; LHS offers the placement tests for many local community colleges on our campus (the dates and times are announced and are also found in the Senior Calendar) Following graduation from high school: If you are planning to attend a community college following high school, you do not have to take the ACT or SAT Students planning to attend a community college are eligible for financial aid and are encouraged to complete the FAFSA The successful completion of a required course of study at a community college will result in either an Associates Degree or a Certificate of Completion in a specific field Students who plan to transfer to a four year college from a community college should work with a college counselor to ensure that the classes they are taking will be accepted by the four year school they wish to attend For Your Information Applications, test dates, courses of study, and other information for our local community colleges can be found at: www.westhillscollege.com www.cos.edu www.fresnocitycollege.com www.reedleycollege.edu The Senior Calendar contains scheduled dates for visits from community college representatives and community college placement tests. Students may sign up in the Career Center to participate in these events. 16

Requirements for Attending a Private School, Vocational School, or an Out-of-State School The admission requirements for these schools may differ greatly from the admission requirements for public California schools and colleges Students applying to private and vocational schools should be aware of their costs, which are significantly higher than public institutions Do not sign any contract from any school until you have read it completely! Students attending these schools may be eligible for financial aid through FAFSA (Cal Grant A); the deadline for applying each year is March 2 The deadlines for admission for these schools are different than the deadlines for California schools Students planning to attend any private school may wish to complete a CSS/Financial Aid Profile offered through the College Board or visit their website at www.collegeboard.com For Your Information The Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities can provide you with up-to-date information on many private schools; www.aiccu.edu. The Senior Calendar contains the dates for on campus visits from private and vocational colleges and out-of-state schools. Sign up in the Career Center to attend. 17

Four Year Plan: Worksheet for Scheduling Classes if you are planning to enter the work force, the military, a community college or vocational school Course # Freshman Prereq. Grades Course # Sophomore Prereq. Grades English English Life Skills/comp Tech World History Math Math P.E. 9 P.E. 10 Geography/Naval Science Science Other Electives: Other Electives: Course # Junior Prereq. Grades Course # Senior Prereq. Grades English English U.S. History Amer. Govt./Economics Math Math P.E. 11 Science Other Electives: Other Electives: Lemoore High School Graduation Requirements Freshman 1. English 1P 2. Algebra 1P, Geometry P 3. Geography, NJROTC 4. Computer/Life Skills 5. Physical Education 6. Elective, Biology 1P, or Fine Art 7. Elective or English/Math Lab Sophomore 1. English 2P 2. Geometry P, or Algebra 1P 3. World History P 4. Biology 1P, Chemistry P 5. Physical Education 6. Elective or Fine Art 7. Elective or English/Math Lab Junior 1. English 3 2. U.S. History P 3. Biology 1P, Chemistry P 4. Physical Education or Sports 5. Fine Art 6. Elective 7. Elective Senior 1. English 4 2. American Govt/Econ. 3. Elective 4. Elective 5. Elective 6. Elective 7. Elective 18

Requirements for Attending a UC or CSU High school classes used for admission to a UC or CSU must all be college prep classes (indicated by a P, Pre AP, AP, H or an a - g list designation following the name of the class) The classes you take must include the University of California a g list requirements: a. History/Social Science 2 years required b. English 4 years required c. Mathematics 3 years required, 4 recommended d. Lab Science 2 years required, 3 recommended e. Foreign Language 2 years required, 3 recommended, same language f. Visual and Performing Arts 1 year required, same subject g. College Prep Electives 1 year required The LHS course listings indicate which classes are college prep and which classes are on the a g list; a list of acceptable classes is also found on the Worksheet page in this handbook as well as on each Career Pathway page The GPA calculation of grades will include only those grades earned in college prep classes in the 10 th, 11 th and 12 th grades A grade of C or better is necessary if a class is to be accepted by a UC or CSU (see the individual college s application form for exceptions) You must take either the SAT or ACT (it is recommended that students take it at the end of their junior year or the fall of their senior year which allows enough time to take it again); see the college application form for deadlines for submitting SAT and ACT scores; UC campuses require SAT II Subject Tests for admission Although several campuses have an on-going admissions policy, most have a November 30 deadline for priority admission; all CSU campuses have an early admissions cycle from October 1 31 Each CSU campus has an Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) for low-income undergraduate students (refer to a CSU admissions form for more information) NCAA requirements are different than the UC and CSU entrance requirements; refer to the Core Course Requirements (formerly the 48H Form) and your counselor if you are interested in collegiate athletics as a freshman at a four year college For Your Information Applications and specific admission information can be found at www.csumentor.com and www.ucop.edu/pathways. SAT and ACT information is found in the Counseling office and Career Center; it is best to apply online at www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org. The Senior Calendar lists the dates when college representatives are on campus to talk about their schools and/or help students with college applications. College Night is held each fall at Lemoore High or at one of the Hanford High campuses. 19

Worksheet for Class Selection if you are planning to attend a UC or CSU (and possibly private or out-of-state schools) Four Year Plan: Course # Freshman Prereq. Grades Course # Sophomore Prereq. Grades English English Life Skills/Comp. Tech World History Math Math P.E. 9 P.E. 10 Geography/Naval Science Science Other Electives: Other Electives: Course # Junior Prereq. Grades Course # Senior Prereq. Grades English English U.S. History Amer. Govt./Economics Math Math P.E. 11 Science Other Electives: Other Electives: Suggested Classes for LHS Graduation which also meet the Entrance Requirements for a UC or CSU Freshman 1. English 1P, Pre AP 2. Algebra 1P, Geometry P 3. Geography P, NJROTC 4. Computer/Life Skills 5. Physical Education 6. Elective or Foreign Language 1P 7. Elective, Bio P, Visual Performing Arts P Sophomore 1. English 2P, 2Pre AP 2. Geometry P, Algebra 2P 3. World History P, Pre AP 4. Biology 1P, Ag Bio P, Chemistry P 5. Physical Education 6. Foreign Language 1P, 2P 7. Elective or Visual Performing Arts P Junior 1. English 3P, English 3AP 2. U.S. History P, NJROTC, AP 3. Biology 1P, 2P, H, Chemistry P, Physics P 4. Physical Education or Sports 5. Foreign Language 2P, 3P 6. Geometry P, Algebra 2P, Pre Cal P, Pre Cal (H) 7. Elective or Visual Performing Arts P Senior 1. English 4P, 4AP, Eng 4P Dramatic Lit 2. American Govt/Econ. P, AP 3. Chemistry P, Physics P, Physics AP, Bio 2P, (H) 4. Visual or Performing Arts P 5. Algebra 2P, Pre Cal P, Pre Cal (H),Calc AP 6. Elective 7. Elective 20

Lemoore High School Classes that Meet the a g List Requirements for Admission at a UC or CSU a. History/Social Science (2 years required) World History P, World History Pre AP U.S. History P, U.S. History AP, NJROTC U.S. History P American Government P, American Government AP, American Government (H) NJROTC Government b. English (4 years required) English 1P, English 1 Pre AP English 2P, English 2 Pre AP English 3P, English 3AP English 4P, English 4AP English 4P Dramatic Literature c. Mathematics (3 years required, 4 recommended) Algebra 1P Geometry P (Many students take Geometry during the summer between their freshman and sophomore years in order to take five years of math at LHS) Algebra 2P, Pre Calculus P, Pre Calculus P Honors, Calculus AP d. Lab Science (2 years required, 3 recommended) Biology 1P, Ag Biology P Biology 2P, Biology 2 H Chemistry P Physics P, Physics AP e. Foreign Language (2 years required, 3 recommended, same language) Spanish 1P, French 1P Spanish 2P, French 2P Spanish 3P, French 3P Spanish 4P, Spanish 4AP, French 4P, French 4AP f. Visual and Performing Arts (1 year required) Beginning Band P, Advanced Band P, Wind Ensemble P, Instrumental Music Jazz Ensemble P, Advanced Women s Chorus P, Concert Choir P, Dance P, Drama Production P, Ceramics 1P, 2P, Drawing/Painting 1P, 2P, Photo 1P, 2P, 3P, 4P, Advanced Art Projects P, Art History P, Music Theory P, Multimedia Communication Design P, Floral Arts P g. College Preparatory Electives (1 year, same subject) Rhetoric P, Drama Production 2P, Storytelling P, Virtual Enterprise P, Geography P, Veterinary Science 1P, 2P, Journalism 1P one semester: Economics P, NJROTC Economics P, Economics AP, AVID Seminar P 21 California Scholarship Federation

CSF Chapter 146C Membership in the California Scholarship Federation is based upon achieving points in specific classes offered at LHS and paying a minimal fee. Students who have been members for four of the last six semesters in high school, one of which must be the last semester of the senior year, are considered CSF Life Members, and wear a gold sash and tassel at graduation. They are also eligible for the West Hills College President s Scholar Award, which pays for two years of tuition at WHC. Students must achieve a total of 10 points from the previous semester s grades. Only 5 classes may be used to reach the 10 point total. It may be possible to use college classes (see the advisor for specific information on those classes and the points assigned to them). Students are awarded 3 points for an A and 1 point for a B (an extra point is awarded for an AP class, although only 2 AP classes may be used). Some classes receive no points. Classes are grouped into 3 separate Lists. The first 4 points must come from classes taken from List I (there may be exceptions for seniors; see the advisor for further information). The first 7 points, which include the 4 points from List I, must come from classes on Lists I and II. The remaining points may come from classes on Lists I, II, or III. Some classes may not be used for points. You must apply during the first 4 weeks following the posting of grades for that semester; there is a minimal fee. You must reapply each semester. 22

California Scholarship Federation Lists of Classes List I List III Classes that do NOT English 1P, 1Pre AP, 2P AVID 9, 10, 11, 12 receive CSF points 2Pre AP, 3P, 3AP, 4P, 4AP Adv. Art Projects Subjects repeated to improve US History, P, AP Ag Mechanics 9, 10, 11, 12 a grade Amer. Govt. P, AP Ag Projects Courses taken pass/fail NJROTC Govt. P/Econ. P Art Production/Design 1, 2 Office/Classroom Assistants Ag Govt. P/Ag Econ P Auto 1, 2 ROP Physical Education Economics P, AP Band Dance World History P, Pre AP Business Management ROP Pep Squad Alg. 1P, Geometry P, Alg. 2P Cad Drafting 1, 2, 3, Adv. Library Science Pre Calculus P, Honors Ceramics 1, 2 Tiger Link Crew Calculus AP, Statistics AP Choir English Accel. Lab Spanish 1P, 2P, 3P, 4P, 4AP Computers & Tech. 1, 2 Math Success Lab French 1P, 2P, 3P, 4P Drama Production English AP Seminar Biology 1P, 2P, 2H Drawing/Painting 1, 2 Ag Biology P Electronic Publications Chemistry P Entertainment Design Physics P, AP ESL English Oral Lang 1, 2, 3 College courses taken in lieu Floral Arts P of the above classes Sports Medicine ROP Intro to Business Concepts List II Intro to Agriculture Art History H Industrial Technology English 1, 2, 3, 4 Keyboarding/Computers English Sheltered GL Life Skills General Government Naval Science 1, 2, 3, 4 US History Radio/TV Broadcasting World History Culinary Arts Science 3, 4 Foods and Nutrition Ag Science Ornamental Hort. 10, 11 Geography Music Theory Photo 1, 2, 3, 4 ROP Storytelling Student Leadership Virtual Enterprise Vocal Ensemble Wood 1, 2, 3 Yearbook 23

Everything You Need to Know... for Students and Their Parents (including Registration, Withdrawal from LHS, 8 th Grade Enrollment) Registration When a student is enrolling for the first time, he/she must be registered with the Registrar in Administration. Students transferring from a Lemoore area elementary or middle school will find this procedure simplified as much of the required information is forwarded to us. The following documentation is required to enroll at Lemoore High School: 1. Record of required immunizations 2. Proof of age (via school records, birth or baptismal certificates, passport, or immigration certificate) 3. Proof of residency in the Lemoore High District, or approved Interdistrict Transfer from another district. (Interdistrict Transfers must originate from the district of residence) 4. Withdrawal date and grades from previous school (if transferring from another high school); students transferring to the district from a continuation high school are expected to enroll at one of this district s alternative education high schools 8 th Grade Enrollment Process (Incoming 9 th graders) 1. Parents must complete enrollment forms 2. Parents and students must attend Eighth Grade Parent Night to: -review policies and regulations -discuss the enrollment process -receive registration materials -receive assessment data (STAR scores or another state s test scores, optional English Pre AP Eligibility Test and Technology Proficiency Test) 3. Parents and students review the registration materials, this handbook, and the 8 th grade teacher s recommendations, and begin completing the Four Year Plan to select freshman year classes 4. Eighth graders and parents meet with staff members at LHS during Freshman Registration to review the Four Year Plan and then meet with an LHS Counselor to finalize the enrollment process Withdrawal from High School If a student is withdrawing from high school: 1. The Registrar must be contacted by the parent/guardian. 2. The Registrar will give the student a Check-out Sheet and an instruction sheet. The student must have each teacher sign the Check-out Sheet (lockers must be emptied). The student must have the librarian sign the Check-out Sheet after they have returned all of their books. The student must have the bookkeeper sign the Check-out Sheet after they pay any bills. All bills must be paid before any records are sent to the next school. The student must return the signed Check-out Sheet to the Registrar; if it is not returned, the student will not be able to withdraw from the high school. Note: Should a student need to withdraw from school two weeks or less before the close of the semester due to a family transfer, arrangements must be made with the Principal so that tests and class work can be completed ahead of time and final grades given. 24

Everything you need to know... for High School Freshmen and their Parents in Life Skills Choose a Career Pathway and Four Year Plan Explore the Counseling Services Guide and complete the worksheet Prepare and complete an I Search Project Research an occupation and print out a job description from Career Cruising Interview a person working a career choice field Write a thank-you letter to person interviewed Write a resume and letter of introduction Start an awards and activities list Compile a list of references with contact information in English Begin compiling a reading log Complete and pass the Level I Library Guide Conduct an interview and write a paper about the subject in Geography/TLC Find out about job shadowing and Honor Cords Participate in transcript simulation Find out about the Senior Exit Interview and Senior Portfolios Become familiar with the Counseling Department and Career Center with their Counselor Discuss post-secondary plans (the Next Step Program) Discuss Four Year Plan and select classes for 10 th grade based on this Plan Find out about CSF, the PSAT Consider community service projects Review attendance policy requirements Discuss transcripts Discuss summer school and WHC for Credit Recovery Discuss CAHSEE, STAR test scores in the Career Center Find out about Next Step Events, Job Shadowing, College Night Freshman Parents and Students: Use this area to check off each item that you know about and understand Parent Student Next Step Program, Four Year Plan, Career Pathways Senior Exit Interview and Senior Portfolio Library Guides (Level I) California Scholarship Federation (CSF) PSAT Community Service Job Shadowing, Honor Cords Transcripts (how to read them) Summer School/WHC for Credit Recovery CAHSEE, STAR 25

Everything You Need to Know... for High School Sophomores and Their Parents in English Update materials for the Senior Portfolio and add to collection of work Update reading log Complete and pass the Level II Library Guide with their Counselor or during Sophomore Counseling - Review and revise Four Year Plan Discuss CSF, the PSAT, and ASVAB Find out about the SAT, ACT and the practice tests available online at LHS Review requirements for CSU/UC Discuss College Night Select classes for 11 th grade based on Four Year Plans Discuss Honor Cord requirements Review attendance policy Discuss and plan for community service Discuss summer school and WHC for Credit Recovery Review CAHSEE, STAR test scores in the Career Center Find out about Next Step Events, Job Shadowing, College Night Sophomore Parents and Students: Use this area to check off each item that you know about and understand Parent Student Next Step Program Four Year Plan in conjunction with transcripts Career Pathway in conjunction with transcripts Library Guides (Level II) CSF Job Shadowing, Honor Cords PSAT, SAT, ACT, practice tests at LHS Requirements for UC/CSU, a g list Resumes, activities in relation to college requirements College Night Summer school/whc for Credit Recovery CAHSEE, STAR Sophomore Counseling 26

Everything You Need to Know... for High School Juniors and Their Parents in English Research or visit colleges or trade schools, research internships and job shadowing; write a summary of your research Fill out a practice job application Update information for Senior Portfolio and add to collection of work Update or create a resume, cover letter, and thank you letter Update activities/awards information list and reference sheet Update letter of introduction and reading log Complete and pass the Level III Library Guide with your Counselor Review Four Year Plans in conjunction with transcript Review transcripts for graduation requirements Discuss summer school and WHC for Credit Recovery Discuss requirements for community college, CSU/UC Review requirements and deadlines for CSF, PSAT, ASVAB, SAT, ACT Discuss College Night Find out about financial aid, scholarships, Honor Cords, NCAA Select classes for 12 th grade based on Four Year Plans and transcripts Discuss attendance policy Discuss community service Review CAHSEE, STAR test scores Find out about AP classes and fees in the Career Center Find out about Next Step Events, Job Shadowing, College Night Sign up for college visits, ASVAB Research scholarships and Honor Cords Register online for the SAT and/or ACT in the spring Junior Parents and Students: Use this area to check off each item that you know about and understand Parents Students Four Year Plan in conjunction with transcripts Career Pathway in conjunction with transcripts LHS graduation requirements Requirements for UC/CSU, a g list CSF, ASVAB, PSAT NCAA requirements SAT, ACT online registration and deadlines AP classes and fees Summer school, WHC for Credit Recovery Honor Cord requirements Financial aid, scholarships CAHSEE, STAR Library Guides (Level III) 27

Everything You Need to Know... for High School Seniors and Their Parents in English Research colleges or vocational schools Attend presentations on interviewing skills Prepare for Senior Exit Interviews Prepare their Senior Portfolio Update resume, letter of introduction, thank you letter Update reading log, write comments Write comments on community service Ask for a letter of recommendation Include samples of work, activities, and awards Include Library Guide Certificate Read the Senior Calendar each month in Economics or Government - Attend a budget presentation for living away from home Apply for a PIN for FAFSA; attend FAFSA presentations with your Counselor Review Four Year Plan in conjunction with transcript Review college admissions Review CSF, ASVAB, SAT, ACT, financial aid (FAFSA), and scholarships Arrange for any credits that must be made up for graduation Discuss the attendance policy Discuss CAHSEE in the Career Center Research financial aid and colleges; sign up to meet with college representatives Sign up for Next Step Events, field trips, job shadowing Pick up scholarship applications Parents Senior Parents and Students: Use this area to check off each item that you know about and understand Students Four Year Plan in conjunction with transcripts Credit Recovery Program; CAHSEE LHS graduation requirements UC, CSU a g list, graduation requirements, ELC, EOP CSF, ASVAB, College Night NCAA requirements SAT, ACT online registration and deadlines AP classes and fees Financial aid; FAFSA; filing SSN for GPA verification Official transcripts Honor Cords; Scholarships, Senior Exit Interview 28 Everything you need to know about

Course Selection Changing Schedules Course Selection Initially, course selection is based on the student s Four Year Plan, which is created with input from parents, eighth grade teachers, and a high school counselor during meetings at each Middle School. Eighth graders and their parents may fill out a Course Request Form which is reviewed by LHS staff and counselors at Eighth Grade Registration in the spring. Five periods per day of non ROP classes is required unless otherwise specified in an IEP or 504 Plan. Sophomore, junior, and senior course selection is based on the original Four Year Plan after meeting with their counselor. Students or parents wanting to change this plan for the following year must meet with their counselor during the spring prior to the upcoming year. Course Selection Verification Forms are sent to each student after they have selected classes based on their Four Year Plans. This is NOT a guarantee of class placement; it is to verify the classes the student has requested. Changing Schedules Schedule Changes Before Orientation During the first two weeks after school is out, students may meet with an Assistant Principal to discuss changes in their class schedule. At this time, if there are no conflicts and space is available in the requested class (es), course changes may be made. Schedule Changes After Orientation but Before School Starts After receiving their class schedule at Orientation, students may submit a Schedule Correction Request to their counselor up to 1 week prior to the first day of school. There is no guarantee that schedules will be changed. Changes will be considered in this order: Computer Error the schedule is incomplete; the schedule contains classes that were not requested; the schedule lists duplicate classes for the same period, etc. Request to take a different subject (this indicates a change in the Four Year Plan) changes may be granted on a space available basis. Request to change the sequence of classes may be granted on a space available basis. Request for a different teacher will be considered if a history of incompatibility exists. Note: Students are to follow the original schedule until the counselor gives the student a new schedule. Schedule Changes After School Starts Schedule Correction Request forms submitted after the start of school are a low priority and will not be considered after the first 10 days of school, with the exception of level changes in the same subject (i.e. English AP to English P; Econ P to Gen Econ). These level changes must be done by the end of the first 9 weeks of the fall semester. Second Semester Changes 29

Students must contact their counselor before the end of the first semester if they would like to make a schedule change. Change requests will not be considered after the 10 th day of the new semester. Other Reasons for Schedule Changes A Teacher Initiated Schedule Change Request may be submitted to the student s counselor if the teacher feels that a class is not appropriate for a student. The deadline for these changes is the end of the 9 th week of the fall semester. The Principal may direct a schedule change for administrative reasons. Due to labor contract provisions most classes have a class size limit; if classes are too large after school begins, students will be asked to volunteer to change classes. Should not enough students volunteer to balance the class sizes, students may be arbitrarily selected to have their schedules changed. This is only done as a last resort and will not put the student s Four Year Plan in jeopardy. 30

Lemoore High School Course Offerings Please Note: The classes that follow are those that were available at the time this Handbook was printed. Lemoore High School Course Offerings

Explanation of the symbols used: AP P Pre-AP Advanced Placement classes offer additional grade points for achievement in a more rigorous curriculum (a C is the minimum grade accepted); students are required to take College Board examinations for each AP class, for which there is a fee. Students who pass those exams with a score of 3, 4, or 5 may receive college credit for that class. Some AP classes are offered online; see your counselor for further information. College Preparatory classes are those which are accepted for entrance into a UC or CSU. Pre-AP classes are offered as preparation for AP classes; students do not earn extra grade points; freshmen must pass an entrance exam for admission to 9 th grade classes. Sophomores need the approval of their freshmen teacher in that subject area. Students do not take a final Pre-AP test or pay any fees. Prerequisite The qualifications needed to enter a class are considered prerequisites. Each individual course may have its own prerequisites. H ROP a-g list An Honors class offers additional grade points for achievement in a more rigorous curriculum (a C is the minimum grade accepted). There is no exam required at the end of the course and students taking these courses are not eligible for college credit. No fees are required. ROP classes at Lemoore High School are part of the Regional Occupation Program and offer students a hands-on approach to vocationally oriented programs and are often taught in conjunction with the local business community. They provided training for entry-level jobs, job related counseling and upgrading of skills. You must be 16 to attend these classes. A class that meets one of the UC or CSU entrance requirements for history/social science, English, math, laboratory science, language other than English, visual and performing arts, and electives. $ A class that has some cost involved for materials, uniforms, equipment, etc. LHS/ A class that satisfies one of the Lemoore High School graduation requirements. * * * * An activity that offers variable credit. 32

FFA participation is required in all Ag classes (participation is 15% of grades). 1050 AGRICULTURAL ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal. Students must be enrolled in an additional Ag class. The class will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, such as paper work, typing, record keeping, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 1027 AGRICULTURAL LEADERSHIP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, completion of one year of Agriculture classes in any area, and permission of the FFA Advisor. Students must be enrolled in an additional Ag class. This class will develop skills in leadership, public speaking and community service. Students are required to keep an ongoing record book of their activities and participate in FFA, Career Development Events, or be an FFA Officer. 1025 AGRICULTURAL PROJECTS Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, completion of one year of Agriculture classes in any area, and department chair approval. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1018 AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS 1 $ Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing. Develop basic skills and understanding of welding, rope work, electrical, plumbing, and concrete. Coveralls and safety glasses are required for this class. Materials fee for projects taken home. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1019 AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS 2 $ Prerequisites: Ag Mechanics 1 with a C or better, or permission of the instructor. Provides in-depth instruction in arc welding and MIG welding, and instruction in all positions of welding. Small project building will be part of the curriculum. Coveralls and safety glasses are required for this class. Students will be required to pay for project expenses. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1020 WELDING FABRICATION (Ag Mech 3) $ ROP Prerequisites: Ag Mechanics 2 with a C or better, or permission of the instructor. Provides in-depth instruction on intermediate project building, incorporating concepts and skills learned in Ag Mechanics 1 and 2. Coveralls and safety glasses are required for this class. Students will be required to pay for project expenses. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1010 WELDING FABRICATION (Ag Mech 4) $ ROP Prerequisites: Ag Mechanics 3 with a C or better, or permission of the instructor. Instruction leading to advanced project building, expanding skills and concepts learned in previous classes. Students will be instructed in welding industry career skills. Coveralls and safety glasses are required for this class. Students are required to pay for project expenses. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1012 AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS: Metal Arts and Crafts $ Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Designed to teach students the skills necessary to fabricate smaller arts and crafts projects, using computer automated plasma cutter, torch, wire welders, etc. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1014 SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Prerequisites: None This is a complete Small Engines Repair class that emphasizes hands-on repair of two and four stroke engines. It covers the complete rebuilding of engines including the making of crankshafts and cylinders. Specialty tools used include steam cleaners, micrometers, valve and seat grinders, microfiches, VOA meter and chain saw sharpener. Theory, troubleshooting, parts identification, and problem solving is emphasized. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 33

1005 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing. This course is designed at the introductory level to enable students to have the opportunity to learn the general principles and terminology in animal production, plant science, agriculture mechanics, agri-business and computer literacy. This course provides classroom education, laboratory experience, FFA participation, and agriculture project opportunities. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1006 AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGY P a-g/d Prerequisites: Students must have completed Introduction to Agriculture. This course is designed to emphasize the principles, central concepts and interrelationships among the following topics: the molecular and cellular aspects of life, energetic, chemical and structural basis of life, growth and reproduction in plants and animals, evolution of modern plants and animals, humans and the environment, nutrition, health, and diseases in animals, and the similarities between all living things. This course is centered around an extensive laboratory component in order to connect the major concepts of life science with agricultural applications, along with physical science principles, including written and oral reporting skills. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. This course is accepted as the equivalent to Biology. 1008 AGRICULTURE SCIENCE 2 LHS/Science Prerequisites: Must have had a prior agriculture course or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to expand the knowledge of students in animal science, plant science and agricultural business; the fundamental understanding of chemical reactions that occur in specialized areas of the organism s cells; an introduction into the basic concept of animal mutation and sexual reproduction especially with genetic variation through the study of genetics. They will understand the scientific connection between modern agriculture and running a successful business. Students will be required to participate in FFA. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1007 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 3: Agricultural Science and Business Management Prerequisites: Student must have completed Ag Science 2 with a passing grade, or one of the following: Agriculture Biology, Floral Arts, or Ornamental Horticulture. Provides classroom and laboratory experiences in the more advanced phases of animal and crop science and agribusiness. These include livestock evaluation and selection, livestock handling, animal health, beef, sheep and swine husbandry, dairy cattle and goats, soil land preparation, harvesting, irrigation, fertilization and ornamental horticulture. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1009 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 4 Prerequisites: Ag Science 3 with a passing grade, or Agriculture Biology, or permission of the instructor. Provides experience and management problems dealing with both animal and crop production. Includes livestock handling, animal health, beef, sheep and swine husbandry, dairy cattle and goats, soils, land preparation, harvesting, irrigation, fertilization and ornamental horticulture. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1017 FLORAL ARTS P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing. The Floral Arts class deals with the knowledge needed to work in the retail floral trade. The student will gain knowledge in the history and background of floral design, tool and floral identification, principles of design, use of color, house plant use and care, salesmanship, business practices, leadership and safety procedures. A $25.00 materials fee will be charged. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1016 ADVANCED FLORAL ARTS $ Prerequisites: Floral Arts. Advanced design techniques including wedding, sympathy, and high-style floral design. Included are everlasting flowers, oriental and contemporary styles and techniques, and harvest and distribution. Operations of retail flower shop procedures are also covered. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 34

1021 ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE 1 Prerequisites: None This course is designed to teach students basic skills used in the ornamental horticulture industry, including an introduction to the nursery industry, plant identification, plant propagation, fertilizers, potting and soil mediums, with an introduction to floral design. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1022 ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE 2 Prerequisites: Ornamental Horticulture 1 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to teach students advanced skills used in ornamental horticulture, small plot gardening, and an in-depth understanding of the nursery industry including floriculture, plant identification, propagation, water conservation and soil management. Landscape architecture, floral design, and the principles of planting, creation, shape, texture, color, mass and foliage form will be emphasized throughout the course. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1042 VETERINARY SCIENCE 1 P ROP a-g/g $ Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in Biology, Chemistry or Physics and written permission of the instructor and one year of an Agriculture class; junior or senior standing. A two period class, Veterinary Science I is designed to teach students beginning skills used in the animal health care and services industry. This is an introductory course. Students will focus on basic animal care, basic animal handling, sanitation and beginning terminology used in the animal health care and services industry. Students will explore the various job opportunities available in this area. Participation in FFA activities is required. Students will also be required to wear uniforms while in class (approximate cost $25). Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 1043 VETERINARY SCIENCE 2 P ROP a-g/g $ Prerequisites: Successful completion of Animal Health Care and Services 1 with a grade of C or better and written permission of the instructor; junior or senior standing. This two period course is designed to teach students advanced skills in animal health care, focusing primarily on the nutrition, behavior, handling, and identification of small animal species along with livestock species. This course will also give the student an in-depth understanding of the animal health field as it relates to veterinary medicine and other auxiliary animal health services and products available to today s pet or animal owner. Students will learn to identify various breeds of dogs, cats, amphibians, reptiles, livestock species, rabbits, birds and exotics. Students will learn to handle and safely restrain various animals, and collect various lab samples. Animal behavior, handling and psychology will be important segments of this course, along with learning effective oral and written communication skills. Participation in FFA activities is required. Students will be required to wear uniforms while in this class (approximate cost $25). Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 8068 AGRICULTURAL POWER & MACHINERY: Small Engines (Hanford) ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills in small engine maintenance, repair, and sales. The shop course is designed to simulate a small engine sales and repair business. Students will receive instruction about necessary tools, parts specifications, engine operation, and repair and maintenance procedures. The program will stress hands-on experience in all aspects of the operation of a small engines repair room. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. This course is taught after the normal seven period day. 1035 AGRICULTURE GOVERNMENT P a-g/a LHS/Government 1036 AGRICULTURE ECONOMICS P a-g/g LHS/Economics Prerequisites: 2 years of Agriculture America s agriculture industry is the mainstay of the US economy. Understanding economics and regulations of this diverse industry is critical to its continued prosperity. Students will learn basic economic principles and the historical development of our government. Topics include: microeconomics, agriculture business organizations, credit, recordkeeping, record analysis, marketing, agricultural law, responsibilities and right of citizenship, voting, political parties, elections, campaigns, the Constitution, the branches of government, and the Bill of Rights. Students will be expected to participate in workplace learning experiences and interpersonal leadership skill development activities. Students are required to have an ongoing record book. 35

While all art classes satisfy the LHS graduation requirement for Fine Arts, these classes MAY NOT fulfill the Visual & Performing Arts requirement for a UC or CSU. 5011 ART PRODUCTION/DESIGN 1 $ LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: None This is an introductory course providing basic experiences in commercial art. Students will produce beginning commercial art, including illustration, product design, advertising, lettering, and other commercial art projects. 5012 ART PRODUCTION/DESIGN 2 $ LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Art Production/Design 1. This course is designed for the advanced student. It includes lettering and lettering design, poster design and production, illustration in drawing and painting media, and other commercial art techniques. 5001 CERAMICS/SCULPTURE 1 P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: None This course includes hand-building, sculpture and work on the potters wheel, with emphasis on form and quality. The students will use clay to make mugs, bowls, vases, and jars with lids. They will also make sculptures of people and animals with an introduction to 20th century American, European, and ethnic artists. Students are required to maintain a notebook for this course. Students will be required to purchase 2 bags of ceramic clay (each bag costs approximately $5.00). 5002 CERAMICS/SCULPTURE 2 P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Ceramics/Sculpture 1 with a C or better. This course is designed to allow students to specialize in hand building, sculpture or the potter s wheel, influenced by multicultural artists. Emphasis will be on form, design, and creativity. Notebook maintenance is required. Students will be required to purchase 3 bags of ceramic clay (each bag costs approximately $5.00). 5021 DRAWING 1 P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: None This basic course provides a foundation in drawing skills. The class is designed for both those who have never drawn before and those with drawing experience. Creative expression is developed through the drawing media with an emphasis on skill development in portrait, landscape, perspective, design and creative areas. A unit of Art History is provided through the study of 20th century American and European artists. This includes an awareness of the current cultural impact on the arts. A classroom notebook is required. 5022 DRAWING/PAINTING 2 P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Drawing 1 with a C or better. This course is designed for students who have completed Drawing 1 and wish to further pursue drawing and painting. Students will be given more difficult assignments and will choose some of their own assignments, experiencing a variety of media such as ink, colored pencil, water color and air brush techniques. A classroom notebook is required. A unit of Art History is included, consisting of 20 th century American and European artists. 5031 PHOTOGRAPHY 1 P: Visual Arts Through Technology $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: None This course is designed to give students an opportunity to develop an appreciation and understanding of art/photography. Instruction includes the photographic process, communication, and the elements of visual art. The students receive career guidance and have an opportunity to discover worthwhile leisure time pursuits. Students are advised to have their own 35 mm camera. 36

5032 PHOTOGRAPHY 2 P: Mass Communication Technology ROP $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Photography 1 with a grade of C or better or the instructor's permission. This course is designed for the student who intends to pursue photography as a serious leisure time activity or use it as a support to one's vocation. Projects are selected to develop the students' ability in black and white and color photography, photographic scanning with computer technology, beginning video, use of view cameras, portraiture, and advanced darkroom techniques. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE STUDENT OWN AN ADJUSTABLE 35 MM CAMERA. 5033 PHOTOGRAPHY 3 P: Digital Imagery and Advanced Communication ROP $ LHS/FA a-g/f Prerequisites: C or better in Photography 2 or the instructor's permission. This course is designed for the student who may choose photography as their profession. The course will include special effects photography, digital imagery, color printing, desktop publishing and graphics, video production, color printing, commercial photography, and photographic communication techniques. Each photographic assignment is expected to be of display quality. ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN ADJUSTABLE 35 MM CAMERA. 5034 PHOTOGRAPHY 4 P: Advanced Communication and Technology ROP $ LHS/FA a-g/f Prerequisites: Photography 3 with a grade of C or better or the instructor s permission. This course is designed for the advanced student who is thinking about photography as a career choice. Assignments are given with an emphasis placed on the current technology used in the photographic industry, journalistic style, and professional quality. Students will produce a professional portfolio for future employment possibilities. Students will be given the opportunity for advanced studies in one or more of the following areas: Digital Imagery and Photoshop 4.01; video production at broadcast quality; news/sports photography; desktop publishing related to graphics; color photography and large format photography. ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN ADJUSTABLE 35MM CAMERA. 5023 ADVANCED ART PROJECTS: Photography P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Two years in the art areas with a grade of C or better or the instructor's permission. This is a one year course designed for students who have previously completed two years of art and wish to further develop their talents and interests in art. Students may work in the drawing and painting medias, including airbrush, or in 3-dimensional art. Students will work independently with the instructor to define and pursue their goals. 5024 ADVANCED ART PROJECTS: Ceramics P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Two years in the art areas with a grade of C or better or the instructor's permission. This is a one year course designed for students who have previously completed two years of art and wish to further develop their talents and interests in art. Students may work in the drawing and painting medias, including airbrush, or in 3-dimensional art. Students will work independently with the instructor to define and pursue their goals. 5025 ADVANCED ART PROJECTS: Drawing P $ LHS/Fine Arts a-g/f Prerequisites: Two years in the art areas with a grade of C or better or the instructor's permission. This is a one year course designed for students who have previously completed two years of art and wish to further develop their talents and interests in art. Students may work in the drawing and painting medias, including airbrush, or in 3-dimensional art. Students will work independently with the instructor to define and pursue their goals. 5050 ART ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior; approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal; projects in photography, ceramics, and art production. Students will work one on one with the instructor on project development, assisting in classroom instructions and routine preparations. This also gives them the opportunity to continue their portfolio preparation and entry into the art field. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 37

2012 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS CONCEPTS Prerequisites: Recommended for sophomores but open to juniors and seniors. Why do you buy Nike's instead of Converse? Why do you buy Guess Jeans instead of just plain Levis? Marketing!!! Marketing!!! Marketing!!! Introduction to Business Concepts will give you a look into the "crystal ball" of the exciting world of business and marketing. You will learn about advertising Madison Avenue style. You will be shown the realities of owning your own business or as it is called, Entrepreneurship. Personal finance, corporate finance, the stock market, mutual funds and the credit game are all topics for this exciting class. You will participate in simulations and study real life situations, all as part of this class. If your interest is Business, then this class is for you. 2027 BASIC KEYBOARDING Prerequisites: Type less than 20 wpm. Students will develop an understanding of computers and why it is vital in the business workplace to become familiar with computers and the use of software required in a growing number of businesses and occupations. The complexity in business operations has increased as well as the need for employees who can analyze and manage information. This course will prepare students to develop necessary computer skills so that they may advance to the Computer Tech I class which meets the technology requirement. Students will focus on learning proper keyboarding techniques and appropriate business applications. 2026 BASIC SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS LHS/Computers Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Keyboarding. The first phase of this class is devoted almost exclusively to alphabetic keyboarding skill development. Emphasis is placed on technique of keyboard operation and then on speed of manipulative performance. Efficient operation at the keyboard leads to student confidence, pride in one s work, and the accomplishment of the task at hand within a reasonable time. Once these learning tools are accomplished, students are more comfortable with the application units that follow: word processing, database, spreadsheet and an introduction to desktop publishing. Students will learn to format documents, make within-document decisions, and will be able to evaluate final format acceptability. 2011 ADVANCED SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS Prerequisites: Type more than 20 wpm or completion of Basic Software Applications. For students who have already mastered the basic keyboarding and computer application skills. Students will develop a higher level understanding of computerized technology vital to the business workplace. This course will emphasize project-based activities utilizing computerized technologies electronically in an international, multicultural business environment. Students will become competent users of the Internet and electronic mail to transmit data and develop solutions to business problems, and will learn to manipulate higher-level business applications software including word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, web-page development, and presentation programs. 2017 BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (Hanford) ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Designed for those students with minimal or no office skills. Individualized instruction is provided in keyboarding, ten-key calculator, microeconomics, business English, business math, filing proofreading, telephone, and payroll. Help is given with job searching, interviewing, grooming, and resume preparation. 38

2021 VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE 1 P: Economics of Business ROP a-g/g Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, Introduction to Business Concepts, at least one other Business class, and Geometry. Virtual Enterprise introduces students to the study of entrepreneurship and business administration. Students apply this knowledge in a two hour simulated business that is set up and run by students to prepare them for working in a real business environment. The students determine the nature of their business, its products and services, its management and structure, and learn the daily operations of a business under the guidance of a consultant with the support of a real business partner. Economics of Business introduces seniors to the study of Economics within the context of entrepreneurship. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of economics as they relate to scarcity, supply and demand, choices and effective decision-making, and economics systems. They will learn the relationship between microeconomics and macroeconomics and small business, the implementation of business and marketing plans, risk management and human resources management. Students apply this knowledge in a two-hour Virtual Enterprise (see the above description). Economics of Business is limited to seniors and satisfies the LHS/Economics requirement for those students who complete two semesters of two period classes. 2025 RETAIL MARKETING/ADVERTISING & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ROP (Student Store) Prerequisites: One previous business course, math competency, 90% attendance. This course will develop an understanding of the essentials of marketing concepts used in today s global business economy. Students will have the opportunity to observe, analyze, and participate in a variety of interactive activities, including internships and job shadowing local businesses. The course will introduce and emphasize theories on marketing, economic forces and the impact on consumer choices, career selections and one s decision-making skills. Students will learn and apply basic entrepreneurial and budgetary concepts such as buying and selling, merchandise cost control, general record keeping, cash register operations, and other techniques and procedures related to this field. Students will be introduced to economic, cultural, and political factors that affect the buying and selling of products. The sales process, including customer service and advertising, will be explored, as well as concepts of inventory control and distribution. The LHS Tiger Hut Student Store is an outgrowth of the Retail Marketing/Advertising and Business Management ROP class. 2030 FUNDAMENTALS OF WEB DESIGN ROP Prerequisites: Basic Software Applications with a grade of C or better. This course is designed to provide the student with the skills and experience to produce electronic, printed, and graphic communications through the use of the Internet, web sites, hypertext files, email, and computer software. Students will produce reports, presentations, manuals, stories, assignments, and other publications through Internet web pages, hypertext files, presentations, and graphics. Writing, layout, and information technology skills will be developed through the use of a campus and class network and individual Internet accounts. Artistic and graphic abilities will be enhanced through graphic software and digital equipment. Certification is offered upon successful completion of an exam. 2050 BUSINESS DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal. Must take an additional business class. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities such as paperwork, on-campus errands, etc. The student must maintain confidentiality and 95% attendance. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 39

Class levels are determined by the student's scores on Middle School and State tests, teacher recommendations, and other available data. Students requesting to be placed in a course designation that is beyond his/her testing results will be allowed to enroll even though success in mastering the coursework is doubtful. See your counselor for more information. Careful attention to proper selection of course level is important; the probability of being able to change the selection during the school year is minimal. ENGLISH 1 Class Description LHS/English Prerequisites: Placement at appropriate levels will be based on proficiency test scores, counselor/ teacher recommendation, and other available data. These courses are designed to offer a continuing development in language arts based upon those skills acquired in Grades K-8. Learning activities are designed to sharpen the students' facility with language as they participate in classroom discussions, oral readings, group interactions, formal presentations, and writing activities. This survey of literature, from the Greek myths and into the twentieth century, will provide students the opportunity to explore a wide variety of themes though numerous genres. 4031 ENGLISH 1P a-g/b See English I class description. 4033 ENGLISH 1 Success Lab (Eng 9 Strategic) The English 1 Success Lab is designed for students who have been identified as below basic according to CST scores. Students will receive assistance and extra practice in English/Language Arts standards to help them be successful in their college prep classes. 4035 ENGLISH 1 Pre AP a-g/b See English I class description. Enrollment in English 1 Pre-AP is determined by a qualifying score on the Pre-AP Readiness Test. Summer reading in preparation for English 1 Pre-AP is required. 4055 ENGLISH 9 Intensive 4056 ENGLISH 9 Intensive Lab Students enrolled in English 9 Intensive will also be assigned to a lab which is intended to assist students below grade level in reading and writing skills, using technology and tutors. ENGLISH 2 Class Description LHS/English Prerequisites: Placement at appropriate levels will be based on test scores and counselor/teacher recommendation. These courses are designed to offer a continuing development in the language arts based upon those skills acquired through grade 9. Students will explore the literature, social customs, and cultures of countries around the world. There will be a correlation between each selection and its place in the historical and social development of different countries. 4032 ENGLISH 2 P a-g/b See English 2 class description. 4039 ENGLISH 2 Success Lab (Eng 10 Strategic) The English 2 Success Lab is designed for students who have been identified as below basic according to CST scores. Students will receive assistance and extra practice in English/Language Arts standards to help them be successful in their college prep classes. 4034 English 2 Pre AP a-g/b See English 2 class description. Enrollment in English 2 Pre-AP is determined by a qualifying score on the Pre-AP Readiness Test, or a C grade or better in English 1 Pre-AP. Summer reading is required. 4057 ENGLISH 10 Intensive 4058 ENGLISH 10 Intensive Lab Students enrolled in English 10 Intensive will be assigned to a lab which is intended to assist students below grade level in reading and writing skills, using technology and tutors. 40

ENGLISH 3 Class Description LHS/English Prerequisites: Placement at appropriate levels will be based on standardized test scores and counselor/ teacher recommendation. These courses are designed to offer continuing development in the language arts based upon those skills acquired through grade 10. Students will explore American literature. There will be a correlation between each selection and its place in historical and social development of the United States. 4018 ENGLISH 3 See English 3 class description. 4019 ENGLISH 3 P a-g/b See English 3 class description. 4020 ENGLISH 3 AP $ a-g/b Prerequisites: Students who have successfully completed English 2 Pre-AP or World History Honors (an A or B is recommended), or achieved an appropriate score on the department AP readiness test may enroll. Advanced Placement English is a one year course that is offered only to students who have a strong interest in reading, discussion, and analysis of literature. Summer reading in preparation for Advanced Placement English is required. The course is a survey of American literature written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. Emphasis is placed on composition of a variety of modes for a variety of purposes. Recognition and manipulation of specific language resources such as syntax, diction and tone will facilitate the accomplished writing of analytical essays. Advanced Placement English is designed to give the student experience in reading closely, thinking precisely, and writing logically. Every student in AP English must take the AP exam. 4063 ENGLISH 3 P: Dramatic Literature in Poetry and Prose a-g/b Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of the instructor. This class is designed to arouse a wide range of literary and performing interests (critical, historical, esthetics, practical) through dramatic literature. There is basic practice in vocabulary, reference, interpretation, and performance and writing techniques. Students may take this class in place of/or concurrently with English 3P. ENGLISH 4 Class Description LHS English Prerequisites: Placement at appropriate levels will be based on standardized test scores and counselor/ teacher recommendation. These courses are designed to offer continuing development in the language arts based upon those skills acquired through grade 11. Students will discover the universal themes that exist in various forms of literature. They will be made aware of the correlation between literature and the historical/social development of Great Britain. Through a discussion of form and content, they will use these studies to sharpen their own listening, reading, thinking, writing, speaking, and technology skills. 4014 ENGLISH 4 See English 4 class description. 4015 ENGLISH 4 P a-g/b See English 4 class description. 4016 ENGLISH 4 AP $ a-g/b Prerequisites: Students who have successfully completed English 3 AP or AP History or achieved an appropriate score on the department AP readiness test may enroll. Advanced Placement English is a one year course that is offered only to students who have a strong interest in reading, discussion, and analysis of literature. Summer reading in preparation for Advanced Placement/Honors English is required. The course is a survey of literature from a social, historical, and artistic perspective, with special emphasis on drama and poetry in addition to the novel and selected non-fiction. To develop further organization and articulation skills, emphasis is placed on the in-class analytical essay. In keeping with the philosophy that each individual should be trained to the fullest realization of his or her capacities, the Advanced Placement English Program enables gifted and interested students to realize their potential. Advanced Placement/ Honors English is designed to give the student experience in reading closely, thinking precisely, and writing logically. Because students will be preparing to take the AP test, it is necessary for every student in AP English to register for and take the AP exam. 41

4064 ENGLISH 4 P: Dramatic Literature in Poetry and Prose a-g/b Prerequisites: Senior or permission of the instructor. This 2 semester class is designed around a wide range of literary and performing interests: critical, esthetics, historical and practical. There will be practice in literary vocabulary reference skills, interpretation skills, observation, and a variety of performance and writing techniques. Students may take this class in place of/or concurrently with English 4 P. Performance is required. 4065 ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION P a-g/b Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to offer English Language Arts enrichment. Learning activities are designed to sharpen the students facility with language as they participate in classroom discussions, oral readings, group interactions, formal presentations, and writing activities. This course will be a survey of American and European literature which presents historical, cultural, social and political issues. The writing component will focus on research and reporting on the issues. This course is open to juniors and seniors who want to take an additional English course in order to enrich their English knowledge and skills. A student may take this class as an elective simultaneously with the required English class. This class will not be in lieu of required English classes 1P, 2P, 3P, or 4P, but will be accepted as a replacement if a student has failed one of those classes. 7998 CAHSEE PREP: English The CAHSEE prep course is designed for seniors who have not passed the California High School Exit Exam. It will give students a more in-depth English curriculum tailored toward the student who has not passed the test after multiple attempts. The class will utilize the Kaplan test-taking curriculum. It is a mandatory class for all students who have not passed the CAHSEE; however, parents may sign a waiver to remove their student from the class. 4050 ENGLISH ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal. This course will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, such as paper work, typing, record-keeping, tutoring students, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 42

ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CLASSES ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ELL) English Language Learners ELL classes are intended for students whose primary language is not English. The program will assist students in becoming proficient in reading, writing, and speaking in English. Students will also receive additional assistance in regular academic and occupational classes as they transition through the program. The ELL program is sequenced according to levels: Level 1 = Non-English speaking Level 2 = Limited English Proficient Level 3 = Transitional and Sheltered Instruction- Students enroll in English 2, Introduction to Literature (SI) Level 4 = Fully included with follow-along support 9000, 9005, 9007 ENGLISH ORAL LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT I, II, III This is a three level course (Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced) which assists students in gaining proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English. Although the emphasis in this program is oral communication, students will recognize the connection between the written and spoken word. The program will assist students in gaining the language survival skills necessary for their most rapid success in regular education programs. Students will be placed at different levels in this program based upon their identified skill levels and also the amount of schooling that they had in their native country. 9008, 9012, 9013 ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT I, II, & III This program is divided into three levels based upon the students' previous knowledge and their command of their native language. The Beginning Level Program is designed for students whose primary language is other than English. Students will be given instruction in a contextual format emphasizing speaking, reading, and writing in English. English grammar, language structure, and an introduction to the realities of life in California are emphasized. This course may be taken concurrently with English Oral Language Development. Students are assessed to determine the most appropriate level of instruction. The Intermediate Level Program is designed to further facilitate the development of language skills. Students will receive instruction in both Spanish and English as needed, but will be challenged to progress as quickly as possible through the program. Students will be assessed to determine the level of their performance. The Advanced Level Program is designed for those students who still can benefit from the positive learning environment of the ESL Program. Students who have been mainstreamed into regular English and other academic classes will receive additional support, counseling, and tutoring to allow them to rise to a higher level. Advanced students work on reading, writing, and oral communications skills required in higher levels of English. 9016 INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH LITERATURE ESL 9017 LITERATURE 2 ESL This course is designed to introduce ELL students to literature. Students learn the terminology and tools relating to the understanding of the books or novels they read in class. Students keep a notebook to record summaries of chapters, vocabulary lists, as well as questions that arise during reading, after reading, or during class discussions which may be used for quizzes or major tests. Students are expected to make oral class presentations as planned, whether it is on a short story or on some topic dealing with a novel read. The students are also required to turn in a written book report in accordance with the class syllabus. 43

4550 FOREIGN LANGUAGE ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior and approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal. This course will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, i.e. paper work, typing, recordkeeping, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 4501 FRENCH 1 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Enrollment in advanced level English classes (9th grade). Sophomores or above may enroll without being in advanced level English classes. The purpose of French 1 is to give the beginning student the vocabulary necessary to communicate with French speakers on a variety of familiar subjects: School, home, activities, and stores, to name a few. The student will learn how to formulate sentences and dialogues, correctly using present tense verb structures and nouns with their appropriate gender and number markers. Oral communication is stressed, with writing and reading skills gradually introduced. Cultural activities will accompany language lessons to acquaint students with food, artistic expression, and means of livelihood of French speakers around the world. Occasional homework is assigned in the first semester, with increasing amounts the second semester. Regular written assignments will be given. Oral and written tests are given at the end of each unit. 4502 FRENCH 2 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in French 1. The second year French course, like the first year course, emphasizes communication skills, but expands the working vocabulary, introduces past and future verb tenses, and includes more complex structures as well as working at an accelerated pace. The subject matter takes the student beyond the more familiar situations and into travel, relationships, and basic literature. Students are required to do more reading and writing, and are able to express themselves in developed paragraphs. Cultural activities include using French publications, corresponding with foreign friends, and appreciating French art and architecture. Regular written assignments will be given. Oral and written tests are given at the end of each unit. 4503 FRENCH 3 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in French 2. Conducted mostly in French, polishing through everyday use the skills learned in French 1 and 2. The class will increase the use of French magazines, newspapers, and the Internet; French literature is introduced. Students can express themselves in more complex essays, stories, and dialogues. Students discover the French world in geographical studies of France and other places as they learn more of the cultures and practices of French speaking people. Grammar emphasis: the conditional, passé simple, and plus que parfait tenses of verbs; idiomatic expressions; increased pronoun usage; synonym and antonym practice. Reading, composition, and skills practice are done outside of class on a regular basis 4504 FRENCH 4 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in French 3 At this level, students are able to engage in conversation and comprehend another person without much repetition. Topics go well beyond basic needs and include: personal and family affairs, current events, school, work, etc. Students can comprehend descriptions and narration referring to past, present, or future events. They can comprehend talk about special fields of interest and narratives of a non-technical or specialized nature. When listening to material restricted mainly to vocabulary and structures studied in class, their comprehension appears to be on a near native-like level. There is an increased comprehension of in-depth material about special interest topics with which they have worked. Vocabulary comprehension should be at least 2,500 words. Grammar control includes all but the infrequently used and the most complex forms and word order problems. 4505 FRENCH 4 AP a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts $ See Spanish 4 AP for a class description. Students are required to take the AP test. 44

4511 SPANISH 1 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Enrollment in advanced level English classes if a freshman; sophomores or above may enroll without being in advanced level English classes. The purpose of Spanish 1 P is to introduce non-speakers to the target language. Students are exposed to the language initially through oral communication which is predicated on daily situations, and through repeated practice of elementary structured forms and manageable vocabulary (vocabulary deemed essential to communicative situations). This vocabulary includes, but is not limited to, basic objects, colors, clothing, family members, time, days of the week, months, dates, weather, numbers, greetings, frequent adjectives and verbs, and classroom expressions. Students are able to convey differences in meaning by the differences of grammatical structures presented during the course of study. They should be able to comprehend a vocabulary of at least 1,000 words in context. Stress is placed on oral communication, and the five basic skills developed are: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and understanding. Reading and writing skills are stressed more at the end of the term. 4512 SPANISH 2 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in Spanish 1. Spanish 2 P expands the five basic skills taught in Spanish 1 P. Although oral communication is still the focus, there is an increased emphasis placed on reading and writing. Students are expected to be able to comprehend magazines, newspapers, and selected articles. At level 2, they will have developed a functional command of words and phrases that deal with immediate needs and common everyday situations. Students will comprehend simple questions and statements. Students are still seeking to identify familiar words and phrases. The content expansion includes normal commands, frequent instructions, and courtesy interchanges. The student will be able to recognize differences in the present, past, and future tenses and of other frequently encountered grammatical signals. Students can understand stories and longer language sequences, and a listening comprehension of at least 17,000 words, in context, can be expected. 4513 SPANISH 3 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in Spanish 2. At the third year, the students begin encountering an "unedited language" in settings and conversations relating the basic needs and basic social conventions. They understand the past, present, and future tenses, as well as word order, unless the patterns get quite complex. At this level, long descriptions or detailed accounts are not always understood, although there is reliable agreement. Students now understand authentic material which utilizes vocabulary and forms studied and practiced in class. This includes movie dialogues, recorded stories, dramas, and fairly complex directions and explanations by the teacher. They can comprehend information about sophisticated topics and readings while developing a receptive vocabulary of at least 2,000 words. Grammatical control includes the most frequent verb form for operating in the past, present, and future; basic pronoun forms; prepositions; frequent adjective forms; genders; possessives; etc. 4514 SPANISH 4 P a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: C or better in Spanish 3. At this level, students are able to engage in conversation and comprehend another person without much repetition. Students can comprehend descriptions and narration referring to past, present, or future events. They can comprehend talk about special fields of interest and narratives of a non-technical or specialized nature. When listening to material restricted mainly to vocabulary and structures studied in class, their comprehension appears to be on a near native-like level. There is an increased comprehension of in-depth material about special interest topics with which they have worked. Vocabulary comprehension should be at least 2,500 words. Grammar control includes all but the infrequently used and the most complex forms and word order problems. 4515 SPANISH 4 AP a-g/e LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Spanish 1-3; permission of the instructor. The purpose of Spanish 4 AP is to develop proficiency in Spanish without special emphasis on literature. Students have already acquired a basic knowledge of the language and culture of Spanish speaking peoples and have developed a reasonable proficiency in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. It is assumed that most students will be in the final stages of their secondary school training and will have had substantial course work in the language. This course is the equivalent of a third year college course in advanced Spanish compositions and conversation. It stresses oral skills, composition, grammar, and emphasizes the use of Spanish for active communication. The students develop the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken Spanish, and acquire vocabulary and a grasp of structure to allow the easy, accurate reading of newspapers and literature. The ability to compose expository passages is stressed, as well as the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. The course content reflects intellectual interests shared by the students and teacher and includes recordings, films, newspapers and magazines. The course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in themselves and that can be applied to various activities and discipline rather than the mastery of any specific subject matter. Extensive training in the organization and writing of compositions is an integral part of the Spanish 4 AP language course. 45

3001 FOODS AND NUTRITION Prerequisites: None This course emphasizes the importance of good nutrition and how to be a wise consumer. Use and care of kitchen equipment and safety in the kitchen is applied while learning proper food preparation techniques. Careers in foods and nutrition are explored. Students will work in groups during food preparation labs. In addition, students will complete individual and group projects. The course reinforces basic skills in reading, writing, math, and science. 3002 CULINARY ARTS Prerequisites: Foods and Nutrition with a grade of C or better. This course emphasizes culinary arts. Students will be made aware of the essential knowledge and skills that are needed to become a culinary professional. Students will learn about the foodservice industry, quality foodservice practices, the professional kitchen, culinary applications and baking and pastry applications. 3020 FAMILY LIVING/CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Prerequisites: None. This course is designed to help individuals understand the nature, function, and significance of human relationships within the family or individual units. Instruction is given in the concepts and principles related to various family living conditions, the establishment and maintenance of relationships, and preparation for marriage, parenthood, and family life. Child development will be taught the second semester, and includes pregnancy and childbirth, development of the child, discipline, and child abuse. Students will also explore careers in the area of home economics. 3051 FASHION AND FABRICS $ Prerequisites: None As our world becomes more high tech, it is important for students to experience hands on projects. In this course students will make a variety of projects that teach basic hand and machine sewing. This course instructs the students on the role of clothing and textiles in everyday life. Emphasis will be on basic sewing construction techniques and fashion design. Projects will include crafts and clothing. This course will assist students interested in the fashion industry or costume design. 3052 FASHION DESIGN $ Prerequisites: Fashion and Fabrics In this course, students will make a variety of advanced projects that will teach advanced sewing using sergers, industrial, and embroidery machines. Students will review principles learned in the Beginning Clothing class. This course will assist students interested in the fashion industry and costume design. 3050 HOME ECONOMICS ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior; 2.0 GPA; approval of the teacher, department chair, and assistant principal. This course will assist students in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, such as paperwork, typing, record keeping, lab setup, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 46

1511 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ASSISTED DRAFTING (CAD) 1: Drafting $ Prerequisites: Minimum keyboarding ability. Through the use of CAD software, this course introduces the student to the fundamental skills and knowledge required for today s industrial drawing. Major emphasis is given to the reading and duplicating of blueprints, advanced computer skills, and problem solving. This course is a first step in the fields of engineering, architecture, various design professions, and drafting. 1512 COMPUTER ASSISTED DRAFTING (CAD) 2: Drafting $ Prerequisites: CAD 1. This course reviews Computer Assisted Drafting 1 and expands modern techniques, more technical knowledge and skills, demonstrations of the use of drafting in field situations, and provides an introduction to more specialized training. 1514 ADVANCED COMPUTER ASSISTED DRAFTING (CAD) Prerequisites: CAD 2 with C or better, or permission of the instructor. Students will expand the skills from CAD 1 and 2, studying residential floor, elevation, and plot planning; residential electrical planning, foundation planning, and structural design and framing; and presentation and interior elevation drawings. 1519 COMPUTER CONCEPTS Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing. This course would serve as a basic technology course to help students master computer skills for home, school, and careers, or as a foundation for continued education in technology. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with computer hardware and software, with an emphasis on basic to intermediate level skills using the Microsoft Office Suite of productivity applications. 1531 AUTOMOTIVE 1 Prerequisites: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing. This course is designed to introduce the fundamental skills and theories of auto technology. The class is structured to emphasize math and science concepts as applied to practical application in the automotive area. The course will stress safety, car care, power plant (engine), drive train, air conditioning, transmissions, differentials, clutches, brakes, electrical systems, billing, parts & procurement, choosing repair facilities, and purchasing automobiles. It will acquaint the student with +the basic skills needed as a foundation for future employment in the automotive field and provide consumer awareness for those not interested in an automotive career. 1532 AUTOMOTIVE 2: Advanced Automotive Services ROP Prerequisites: Automotive 1 or the equivalent. This two-period course provides classroom and laboratory experience in the advanced stages of auto technology. Math concepts will be dealt with in a practical manner in various phases. Major emphasis is given to expanding knowledge and proficiency to allow the student to obtain entry level skills in the automotive trade area. Safety, car care, power plant, brakes, air conditioning, electrical, parts procurement, pricing and billing, emission control, tune-up, auto maintenance, body repair, component rebuilding, chassis, and front end will be emphasized. This class will especially help the student gain the entry level skills needed in automotive repair. Trade-like practice will be developed by using "live" automotive work in the lab. 1541 WOOD 1 $ Prerequisites: None This course introduces students to the fundamental skills and knowledge required in woodworking technology and cabinet work with hand tools. Major emphasis is given to basic mathematics, safety instructions in technical knowledge, practical skills, and processes and techniques. Each student is required to construct projects and is responsible for the cost of the materials used. Students will learn shop and tool safety as they build various woodworking projects. Students will use multiple hand tools to create projects and will be introduced to portable electronic tools as well. Required projects are: clock, peg shelf, stool, nameplate, toy and candlestick. 1542 WOOD 2 $ Prerequisites: Wood 1. This course provides an opportunity for the more complex use of wood-working machines and tools in the fabrication of wood. Students will learn shop safety and practice all skills learned in Wood I. Students will use all major power tools to construct projects. Cabinetry and carpentry will be the main focus of this class. Students will build a hope chest, bookshelves, and kitchen cabinets. Projects built will be displayed and sold at the annual Lemoore Pizza Days. 47

1543 WOOD 3 $ Prerequisites: None Students will learn job site safety and how to operate in and on a job site. They will also learn about the various phases of construction, including cement, tiling, plumbing, framing, cabinetry and carpentry, electrical, painting, texture and finishing. 1544 WOOD 4 $ Prerequisites: Wood 3. Students will operate in a more advanced role such as foreman or supervisor, while working through various stages of remodeling. They will learn about job site safety, how to operate in and on a job site, as well as about the various phases of construction including cement, tiling, plumbing, framing, cabinetry and carpentry, electrical, painting, texture and finishing. 2014 COMPUTER MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This two-period course sponsored by Cisco Systems is designed to help students learn how to maintain, upgrade, repair, and construct a PC system. Students will learn the workings of the Central Processing Unit (CPU), disk drives, sound cards, and printers. The course discusses the proper care of components and helps students learn to identify and locate failing components. Students may qualify for A+ Certification. 9952 CISCO DISCOVERY 1 and 2 (Internetworking) ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Internetworking 1 and 2 curriculum provides fundamental networking knowledge, practical experience, opportunities for career exploration, and skills development to help students prepare for entry-level careers in Information Technology and Networking. Students learn fundamental concepts of networking through extensive hands-on interaction with PC and networking equipment. Students who complete the course will be able to: Set up a personal computer system, including operating system, network interface cards, and peripheral devices Plan and install a home or small business network and connect to the Internet (including wired and wireless technologies) Share resources such as files and printers among multiple computers Plan and implement disaster recovery plans and procedures, and perform backup services Internetworking 1 and 2 prepares students for the Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) certification which is the starting point for many successful careers in networking and IT. CCENT is the first step toward achieving Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) certification. 9953 CISCO DISCOVERY 3 and 4 (Internetworking) ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; completion of CISCO Discovery 1 and 2 Internetworking 3 and 4 curriculum introduces students to more complex networking models found in larger businesses and enterprise networks. Students learn the skills needed to succeed in entry-level networking professions such as network installer, help desk technician, sales support technician, or network technician. Students are also introduced to advanced technologies such as voice, video, wireless technologies, and security. Students who complete the course will be able to: Install, configure, and program networking equipment, including routers and switches Configure and troubleshoot networking devices to provide optimum performance Maintain and upgrade networking equipment, including hardware and operating systems Design addressing schemes to meet customer requirements Design and implement Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) Perform LAN and WAN troubleshooting using a structured model Plan and implement network security Internetworking 3 and 4 prepares students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam, which covers medium size enterprise branch networks. 1550 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior; permission of the department chair, instructor, and assistant principal. This course will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities such as paperwork, typing, record keeping, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 48

7037 ALGEBRA 1 P a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: None The student will review elementary arithmetic and then develop concepts of algebra. Topics include exponents, graphing linear and nonlinear equations, absolute value, inequality, numerical and geometric ratios, multiplication and factorization of polynomials, solving right triangles and the quadratic formula. A scientific calculator and completion of homework are required. 7025 MATH SUCCESS LAB Prerequisites: Recommendation of the 8 th grade teacher. This course is designed to supplement the Algebra I curriculum by providing both individual and group basic skill reinforcement through the use of Interactive Computer Software, lecture, demonstration, video presentations, and other media. Students will learn note-taking and other organizational skills, study skills, and how to increase their success in current and future math classes. Credit for this class is elective and does not count as math for graduation. This course may not be repeated. 7038 GEOMETRY P a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 1 with a C or better. Students taking Geometry during summer school must have the permission of their Algebra instructor. Topics include an introduction of the basic concepts of points, lines and planes, perpendicular and parallel lines, congruent and similar triangles, direct and indirect proofs, circles and polygons, area and volume, trigonometry, spatial visualizations and probability. A scientific calculator is required. Students should expect to spend 30-60 minutes each night completing homework. Completion of daily homework is required. Group and/or individual tests and frequent quizzes are given throughout the course, with a comprehensive final at the end of each semester. Geometry is offered during the summer as an enrichment course and not a make up course. 7039 ALGEBRA 2 P a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Completion of Geometry with C or better or permission of the instructor. Topics include: Investigating functions and graphing functions, such as hyperbolas, parabolas, exponentials, cubic, absolute values and square roots. Arithmetic and geometric sequences which incorporate many real life applications such as simple and compound interest and half-lives of radioactive materials. Solving systems of equations, non-function investigations including parabola, circle, etc. Linear programming and inequalities, logarithms, exponential functions, polynomials, statistics, probabilities, combinations, permutations, and data gathering techniques. Completion of daily homework is required. Group and/or individual tests and frequent quizzes are given throughout the course, with a comprehensive final at the end of each semester. A TI-83 graphing calculator is required. (A limited number of older calculators are available for classroom use.) 7014 PRE CALCULUS P a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2 with C or better, or permission of the instructor. This course is designed for the student who will not be pursuing an engineering, science, or medical career, but wishes to cover trigonometry at a slower pace. This course uses the same book as the Honors course, but reviews Algebra 2 the first weeks of school and then covers Chapters 1-7 and 15. Therefore, juniors with the desire to take Calculus their senior year should take Pre-Calculus Honors, because this course does not cover the entire book. Topics include: functions and mathematical models, periodic functions and right triangle problems, applications of trigonometric and circular functions, trigonometric function properties, identities, parametric functions, properties of combined sinusoids, triangle trigonometry, properties of elementary functions, polynomial and rational functions, limits and derivatives. A scientific calculator and a TI-83 graphing calculator are required. Taking notes in a bound notebook is required along with daily homework and an assessment portfolio. Tests and quizzes are given throughout the course along with a comprehensive final at the end of each semester. 49

7015 PRE CALCULUS P HONORS a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2 with 88% or better, or permission of the instructor. This accelerated course is designed for students who are mathematically competent and wish to cover more topics than the regular Pre-Calculus class. The course is designed for students pursuing an engineering, science or medical career. Topics include: functions and mathematical models, periodic functions and right triangle problems, applications of trigonometric and circular functions, trigonometric function properties, identities, parametric functions, properties of combined sinusoids, triangle trigonometry, properties of elementary functions, fitting functions to data, probability and functions of a random variable, three-dimensional vectors, matrix transformations and fractal figures, sequences and series, polynomial and rational functions, limits and derivatives. Completion of homework, lab reports, and various projects are required. Group and/or individual tests and quizzes are given throughout the course, with a comprehensive final at the end of each semester. A graphing calculator is required. 7017 CALCULUS AP a-g/c LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; completion of Pre Calculus with B or better, or Pre Calculus Honors with C or better. This is a college level class with college level expectations. Topics include limits, derivatives, integrals, properties of limits, antiderivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, products, quotients, the calculus of exponential and logarithmic functions, the calculus of growth and decay, the calculus of plane and solid figures, algebraic calculus techniques for the elementary functions, the calculus of average, extreme, and vector motion, the calculus of variable-factor products, and the calculus of functions defined by power series. A comprehensive exam will be given at the end of each semester. The student will be required to take the AP Calculus Exam in May. A graphing calculator, and completion of homework and various projects are required. Participation in a study group is highly recommended. 7018 STATISTICS AP LHS/Math $ Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; completion of Algebra 2 with C or better; permission of the instructor. This course is designed for the students that want to continue in math with a challenging curriculum that also offers the chance at college credits. This course offers a different pathway from the engineering courses of Pre-Calculus and Calculus and is more in line with individuals that may desire to pursue business or economics as a college choice. If taken a students junior year, it still affords students the opportunity to take Pre-Calculus Honors, which would set them up well for any major in college. Topics include: random sampling, data organization, averages and variations, probability and its distribution, normal distributions built around samplings, estimations and then hypothesis testing, correlations and regression and chi-squares and testing of variations to a sample problem. A scientific calculator and ati-83 are required. 7996 CAHSEE PREP MATH The CAHSEE Prep Math course is designed for seniors who have not passed the California High School Exit Exam. It will give students a more in depth math curriculum tailored toward the student that has not passed the test after multiple attempts. The class will utilize the Kaplan test-taking curriculum. It will be a mandatory class for all students who have not passed the CAHSEE; however, parents may sign a waiver to remove their student from the class. 7050 MATH ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing, approval of math department, chairperson and assistant principal. This course will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, such as paperwork, typing, record keeping, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 50

5502 BEGINNING BAND P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/1st sem Band = PE for Jr/Sr Prerequisites: Open to all grades. May be repeated with the instructor s approval. Entrance during fall semester ONLY. This course will provide the interested student with opportunities to learn to read music, play a wind or percussion instrument, and perform. This is considered the preparatory course for Concert Band. Performance is required. 5521 ADVANCED BAND: Concert P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/1st sem Band = PE for Jr/Sr Prerequisites: One year of experience playing a musical instrument, and permission of the instructor; auditions are required. Students will demonstrate familiarity with major scales and key signatures. Students must demonstrate technical facility by auditioning on their instrument. Students must attend all extra rehearsals and performances. Grade 2-3 band literature is performed in this course. Participation is mandatory in all Marching Band rehearsals and performances. 5520 ADVANCED BAND: Symphonic P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/1st sem Band = PE for Jr/Sr Prerequisites: One year of experience playing a musical instrument, and permission of the instructor; auditions are required. Beyond the concepts introduced in Concert Band, students will demonstrate familiarity with minor scales and key signatures and eccentric meters. Students must demonstrate an intermediate level of technical facility on their instrument. Students must attend all extra rehearsals and performances. Grade 3-4 band literature is performed in this course. Participation is mandatory in all Marching Band rehearsals and performances. 5504 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC JAZZ ENSEMBLE P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/1st sem Band = PE forjr/sr Prerequisites: Membership in Concert Band, Symphonic Band, or Wind Ensemble (piano, bass guitar, and guitar are exceptions to this rule). Members must meet the same standards as Concert Band regarding the ability to read music. Permission of the instructor and auditions are required. Instrumental Jazz is widely recognized as a true American art form. This performing group, an outgrowth and supplement to the Wind Bands, will work on musical literature appropriate to the studies of jazz, pop, and other specific musical styles. The group will perform publicly at appropriate events and attend specialized jazz workshops, clinics, concerts, and festivals. Participation is mandatory in all Marching Band rehearsals and performances. 5518 WIND ENSEMBLE P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/1st sem Band = PE for Jr/Sr Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. The class provides students with an opportunity to expand instrumental music experience beyond Symphonic Band. The course will focus on a demanding repertoire, performance, and rehearsal. Participation is mandatory in all Marching Band rehearsals and performances. 5519 PERCUSSION Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. Percussion ensemble is a one semester course that meets at least six hours a week and participates in a number of contests from January through March. The group's emphasis is on modern percussion ensemble pieces featuring a variety of percussion instruments. This course provides an opportunity for developing a variety of tone colors and technique. Participation is mandatory in all Marching Band rehearsals and performances. 5508 WOMEN S CHORUS LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Open to female students interested in learning how to sing. Students will learn proper singing technique utilizing a variety of vocal and physical activities. Students will also learn basic to intermediate level music theory and the skills required for performance. A variety of choral and vocal literature will be analyzed and performed in seasonal choir concerts throughout the year. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 5525 MEN S CHOIR LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Open to male students interested in learning how to sing. Students will learn proper singing technique utilizing a variety of vocal and physical activities. Students will also learn basic to intermediate level music theory and the skills required for performance. A variety of choral and vocal literature will be analyzed, and performed in seasonal choir concerts throughout the year. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 51

5507 ADVANCED WOMEN S CHORUS P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Open to 10 th - 12 th grade female students with one or more years of LHS choir experience, who have mastered beginning level musicianship. Audition and/or permission of the instructor required. The focus of this class is to further develop proper vocal technique, learn advanced level musicianship, and develop advanced level performance skills. A variety of choral and vocal literature will be analyzed and performed in seasonal choir concerts and festivals. A larger commitment of time is required and a higher than average musical proficiency must be demonstrated for inclusion in this ensemble. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 5510 CONCERT CHOIR P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: One or more years of choir experience for students in grades 10-12 who have mastered beginning level musicianship. Permission of the instructor is required. The focus of this class is to develop proper vocal technique, learn intermediate level musicianship, and develop intermediate level performance skills. A variety of choral and vocal literature will be analyzed and performed in seasonal choir concerts throughout the year. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 5513 MUSIC THEORY P: Chamber Singers a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Open to students in grades 10-12, with one or more years of LHS choir experience, who have mastered intermediate level musicianship. Audition and/or permission of the instructor required. The focus of this class is to further develop proper vocal technique, learn advanced level musicianship, and master performance skills. A variety of choral and vocal literature will be analyzed and performed in choir concerts and festivals throughout the year. A larger commitment of time is required and a higher than average musical proficiency must be demonstrated for inclusion in this ensemble. This class involves rehearsals and travel outside of class time and serves as the musical ambassadors of the LHS Choral Music Program. Students who do not demonstrate the highest standards of behavior and academic achievement may be removed from the class at the discretion of the Director. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 5505 VOCAL ENSEMBLE: Show Choir LHS/Fine Arts $ Prerequisites: Open to students who are in grades 10-12 who have mastered intermediate level musicianship. Concurrent enrollment in another choir class is required. Audition and/or permission of the instructor required. This class meets zero period (before first period). This class is an advanced ensemble for students who want to further enhance and improve their performance skills. A variety of jazz, pop, and musical theater choral/vocal literature will be analyzed and performed in concerts throughout the year. This class integrates other performing art forms, such as dance and drama. A larger commitment of time is required and a higher than average musical proficiency must be demonstrated for inclusion in this ensemble. This class involves rehearsals and travel outside of class time and serves as the musical ambassadors of the LHS Choral Music Program. Students who do not demonstrate the highest standards of behavior and academic achievement may be removed from the class at the discretion of the Director. Performance is mandatory. This class may be repeated for credit. 4049 YEARBOOK Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in English courses or the instructor's permission. Open to sophomores, juniors & seniors who have interviewed for a position on the Yearbook staff. The purpose of Yearbook is the publication of the LHS yearbook, Nuntius. Students provide photographs and copy for the annual publication. Students sell advertisements, interview people, write copy, proofread, plan layouts, work with computers, design art work, and keep records of accounts. The student is also provided with a background in publishing and is given an opportunity to improve writing skills, learn about photography, and perform managerial and business activities. 8032 DANCE P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/PE $ Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. The co-ed class covers a variety of dances such as line, ballroom, folk, jazz, ballet, and modern dance, and dance choreography. 52

4022 STORYTELLING P (Freshmen) a-g/g LHS/Fine Arts 4084 STORYTELLING P (Sophomores) a-g/g LHS/Fine Arts 4085 STORYTELLING P (Juniors) a-g/g LHS/Fine Arts 4086 STORYTELLING P (Seniors) a-g/g LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Open to all grades. This year long course will examine various uses and applications of the art and process of telling various stories and legends to promote literacy. Students will use writing, practicing and performing to teach, educate, entertain, and persuade an audience. Through reflection and research, students will explore the myth, historical account, folk and fairytales, journals, diaries, personal tales, and tandem telling. Performance is required. 4051 HUMANITIES P LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Seniors only. This is a senior symposium known as the Humanities. Outstanding seniors are invited to participate in a Socratic dialogue about human nature and affairs through the study of philosophy, literature, architecture, music, dance, art, and faith as a reflection of what it is to be human. 4024 DRAMA PRODUCTION 1 P (Freshmen) a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts 4080 DRAMA PRODUCTION 1 P (Sophomores) a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing. This two semester course will provide students with opportunities to explore a wide variety of theatrical performances. The first semester will emphasize the performance process in three major performances. The second semester will emphasize the development of students' appreciation and enjoyment through their individual interpretations, performances, designs, and creative writings and includes three major performances. Performance is required. 4038 DRAMA PRODUCTION 2 P (Juniors) a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts 4081 DRAMA PRODUCTION 2 P (Seniors) a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This is a year-long course in creative dramatics and improvisation. Students will explore a wide variety of dramatic literature with performances leading to a lifetime respect for creativity and imagination. Performance is required. * * * * PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP This workshop is a year long course that will provide students with an opportunity to prepare and practice 15 speech and storytelling events. The course utilizes peer and teacher research and coaching. The student participates in competitions throughout the state. Variable credits are based on the number of minutes a student participates in each activity as well as the number of established curriculum units completed (864 minutes = 1 credit). Variable credit courses using the workshop format require students to follow established curriculum guidelines outside the regular school day. Students can earn up to ten credits per year, but variable credit can be awarded. * * * * PLAY PRODUCTION Play Production, depending on the show, lasts 5-12 weeks during the academic year. Knowledge and skills include staging, memorizing, light and sound design, costume and make up design, graphic arts, publicity, and stage and/or house management. Students are provided the opportunity to perform "on the boards" or on the production staff. Variable credits are based on the number of minutes a student participates in each activity as well as the number of established curriculum units completed (864 minutes = 1 credit). Variable credit courses using the workshop format require students to follow established curriculum guidelines outside the regular school day. Students can earn up to ten credits per year, but variable credit can be awarded. 4029 ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN TECHNOLOGY 4090 ADVANCED ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. This course will provide students with opportunities to explore a variety of stagecraft skills that will be presented as learning activities for theatrical productions and concerts. Areas of study include stage decoration, set design and construction, sound (equipment and operation), lighting (and basic electricity), costuming, make-up design, and special effects. Lab time on some Saturdays and early mornings is required when stage production sets are being assembled. 53

8095 RADIO/TELEVISION BROADCASTING (MMCD) 1 P ROP a-g/f Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Application and interview with the instructor. This course is designed to teach students video production and video editing techniques. It includes an introduction to the history of American television, creation of original scenes through filming, and critiquing of various related movies. Emphasis will be placed on learning the appreciation of the art of film making and creating new works within the field. Importance will be placed on shooting and editing quality pictures. In addition, this course provides the student with an opportunity to learn and participate in the operation of both local television and radio broadcasts. 8096 RADIO/TELEVISION BROADCASTING (MMCD) 2 P ROP a-g/f Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Application and interview with the instructor. This course is designed to further student s abilities in video production, video and sound editing techniques, and operation of both local television and radio broadcasts. Advanced students will refine their leadership skills as peer directors in group projects and will assist fellow students in critiquing and improving their individual projects. Emphasis will be placed on the art of film making and creating new works within the field. 5550 PERFORMANCE/LEADERSHIP ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing with any performance coursework at LHS. Students must have a mentor and permission from the department chair. The course goals are to strengthen instruction in leadership, public speaking/writing and portfolio management. It will integrate oral and written communication and career employment standards including creative thinking and problem solving skills related to the performance community. Students will develop Event Management Skills and learn how to successfully coordinate events. 54

3022 LIFE SKILLS Prerequisites: One semester required for all freshmen, alternating with a semester of Computer Technology I. Life Skills will provide students with the opportunity to explore and investigate who they are, where they are going, and how to establish a realistic plan to accomplish this journey. Decision making processes and consequences, traditions and expectations at LHS, an intensive career unit resulting in the Four Year Plan, study skills, and driver education are included in this class. 8030 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9 LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: None Required of all 9 th grade students. This course is a series designed to provide a basic core physical education to all students. The curriculum provides a well planned program designed to promote students establishing a commitment to a life style based upon health, fitness, and life-long wellness. 8035 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 10 LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: None Required of all 10 th grade students. This course is a series designed to provide a basic core physical education to all students. The curriculum provides a well planned program designed to promote students establishing a commitment to a life style based upon health, fitness, and life-long wellness. 8036 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11 and 12 LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Available to juniors and seniors. The third year of PE in addition to the required core PE classes can satisfied with this class. 8033 MODIFIED PHYSICAL EDUCATION LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Requires a physician s note prior to enrollment in this course. This class is designed for all physically handicapped students, or students who have long term limited physical education excuses from a doctor. Pregnant girls may also be enrolled at four months or more. Pregnant girls may be enrolled sooner than the four months limit but only under doctor's orders. 8032 DANCE P a-g/f LHS/Fine Arts/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. The co-ed class covers a variety of dances such as line, ballroom, folk, jazz, ballet, and modern dance, and dance choreography. 8034 OUTDOOR RECREATION LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Co-ed; junior or senior standing. This course provides the opportunity for students to explore the outdoors. It includes back packing, golf, camping, fishing, fly fishing, fly tying, snowshoeing and fitness. 55

8039 WEIGHT TRAINING and CONDITIONING LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This course provides an option for the third year of PE, emphasizing weights for conditioning and development, in addition to other conditioning and developmental activities. 8041 LIFETIME SPORTS LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. The Lifetime Sports class is an introduction to a wide variety of activities in which the student can participate after graduation. This class may include the following: badminton, basketball, bicycling, bowling, Frisbee, pickle ball, slow-pitch softball, snorkeling, golf, inner tube water polo, tennis, and wellness training. Participation in off-campus activities may require a fee and will require a parentsigned permission slip. The cycling unit requires the student to bring a bicycle that can be stored in a locked facility during the duration of the unit. 8047 ATHLETIC WEIGHT TRAINING and CONDITIONING LHS/PE $ PE Uniform Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; member of an athletic team during the sophomore or junior year. These courses provide an option for the third year of PE, emphasizing weights for conditioning and development, in addition to other conditioning and developmental activities. 8050 PHYSICAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing; permission of the department chair, instructor, and assistant principal. Students will be involved in the logical duties of the operation of the department. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. * * * * PEP SQUAD LHS/PE (5 units credit for Jr/Sr) $ Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; selected by a screening committee. The Pep Squad promotes team spirit. Students must try out for the squad and represent the school during the interscholastic games. The squad is made up of Varsity Cheerleaders and the Mascot. The squad is selected in the spring and attends a camp during the summer. There is a considerable amount of time and expense involved with Pep Squad. This is an after school program. * * * * ATHLETICS LHS/PE (5 units credit for each completed sport season after 9th and 10th grade PE; attendance/team participation throughout each season is required to receive PE credit) Prerequisites: Students must demonstrate interest and ability in athletics. This course provides the opportunity for students to select and compete in an interscholastic sport. The sports are scheduled by season. You make the team by trying out; certain sports have a cut policy. This is an after school program. FALL SPORTS: Football, Volleyball, Cross-Country, Water Polo, Girls Tennis, Girls Golf WINTER SPORTS: Basketball, Wrestling, Soccer SPRING SPORTS: Diving, Baseball, Softball, Swimming, Boys Tennis, Track and Field, Boys Golf 56

6008 SCIENCE 1 LHS/Science Prerequisites: None This class is for students who are curious about the earth that we live on, its place in the solar system, and why the surface features look like they do. The scope of the class includes the earth in the universe; earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics; oceans, winds, weather, and climate; earth cycles and atmosphere; and California geology. Students will learn answers to questions like: Why does water form on the outside of a cold glass on a hot day? Why do we have so many earthquakes in California? How likely is it that Lemoore will have a Flood? Earthquake? Tornado? Science 1 will answer all of these questions and more. It is a hands-on class and the only prerequisite is the ability and desire to think and participate. 6011 BIOLOGY 1 P a-g/d LHS/Science Prerequisites: It is recommended that students be in college prep Math and English. Freshmen in Biology 1 must have permission of the instructor The purpose of Biology 1 is to cover a wide range of life science subjects from basic key terms to difficult concepts. Students need to learn new biological vocabulary and apply this knowledge to new concerns as well as laboratory experiments. Students will be presented the foundation for understanding the fundamental basis of living organisms. Biology will show how organisms increase in complexity, often needing others for survival. Lab experiments are essential to help students understand discoveries, solve problems by observing results, and applying results to a conclusion. The main units include an introduction to chemistry, cells, protein, synthesis, cell division, genetics, taxonomy, bacteria, invertebrate zoology, anatomy, vertebrate zoology, physiology, botany, and ecology. Students are exposed to science careers throughout the year. When possible, speakers are invited to present information regarding background in their career area to provide additional information for students prior to graduation and entering college. 6012 BIOLOGY 2 P a-g/d LHS/Science Prerequisites: Biology 1 with a grade of C or better; prior or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry. Biology 2 is an advanced course for students interested in and adept at science who may be contemplating a biology-related career. The course could be called Human Anatomy & Physiology. After review units in cellular biology and basic chemistry, the human body is studied system by system. The study of the skeleton is an intensive, comprehensive unit using human bones. Detailed dissections of a fetal pig as well as many other lab activities support the textual treatment of the subject. If you really want to gauge your readiness for college work, take Biology 2. 6013 BIOLOGY 2 H a-g/d LHS/Science Prerequisites: Biology 1 with a grade of B or better; prior or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry. This course is similar to Biology 2 P. In addition, a worksheet on the reading of Darwin's "Origin of Species" is required during the first semester and an appropriate worksheet on a more modern book such as "Jurassic Park" is required for the second semester. 6014 CHEMISTRY P a-g/d LHS/Science Prerequisites: For students with a C or better in Biology, who have previously completed or are concurrently enrolled in Algebra 2. The purpose of introductory Chemistry is to present concepts concerning the materials of the universe and the changes they undergo. This is a mathematics based, college preparatory course. Using Standards based, differentiated instruction and a broad experimental approach, students will be introduced to the structure of the atom and modern atomic theory, chemical bonding and use of the periodic table, mass calculations (stoichiometry), balancing equations, and the conservation of matter. Students will be able to perform calculations involving the various gas laws, concentrations and solubility, and acid-base reactions as well as chemical thermodynamics. They will be introduced to biochemistry and organic chemistry along with nuclear processes including radioactive decay and carbon dating. There will be many hands-on opportunities as students will be involved in experimenttation and investigation in the scientific method. They will be introduced to laboratory safety and learn to use various laboratory equipment. Much of the course involves multiple variable mathematics problems and the use of a scientific calculator. Many assignments, including lab exercises, are done in cooperative and collaborative groups. Tests will usually be objective in nature with a strong emphasis on math. 57

6015 PHYSICS P a-g/d LHS/Science Prerequisites: Completion of Biology I and Chemistry with a C or better, and concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 or higher math class. This course is designed for college prep students with a strong math and science background. Studies for the first semester are in mechanics which includes units of measurement, concepts of velocity and acceleration applied to vector problems, Newton's laws and gravity, concurrent and parallel forces applied to vector problems, the nature of friction and torque, and two-dimensional and periodic motion. Second semester includes conservation of momentum, work and conservation of energy, simple machines, waves and energy transfer, properties of light and sound including reflection, retraction, diffraction and polarization, and mirrors and lenses. Hands on activities (labs) will be emphasized to reinforce physics concepts. 6018 PHYSICS AP a-g/d LHS/Science $ Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in Pre Calculus, or a grade of C or better in Physics. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is designed to prepare students for the College Board AP Test administered in May. It covers all of the topics in Physics P in addition to electricity and magnetism, thermal energy and heat transfer, circuit electricity, magnetic fields, and an introduction to modern physics. The course has more challenging work as well as higher expectations and supplemental projects and readings. In order to cover the curriculum and prepare for the AP Test, some independent study will be required. 8101 SPORTS MEDICINE 1 ROP LHS/Science 8100 SPORTS MEDICINE 2 ROP LHS/Science Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in or have completed Biology 1; junior or senior standing. This course is a two semester course involving the study of functional human anatomy as a basis for use in practical application in a sports medicine field laboratory. Students must participate in at least one athletic season as lab experience. This is a 7 th period class. 8056 HEALTH OCCUPATIONS 1 ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This two period course is an introduction to careers in the health care field. In addition to the fundamental curriculum components, all students are required to observe and participate in a variety of settings including theory, classroom lab practice, and job shadowing. Health Occupations is offered to juniors and seniors in high school who are interested in careers in hospital occupations. 8057 HEALTH OCCUPATIONS 2 ROP Prerequisites: Health Occupations 1. In this two period course students will receive classroom and community training in hospitals and offices. The classroom lab experience will provide training in personal hygiene, rehabilitation, transferring, measuring vital signs, and medical terminology. In the community classroom, students will have the experience of on-the-job training with professionals. 8075 NURSING ASSISTANT 1 ROP $ Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. The Nursing Assistant course is a curriculum that prepares students to assist in patient care, and function as a member of a health care team. The program will focus on the basic principles of providing care to adults of all ages with a special emphasis on the older adult. In the training students will learn how to care for residents including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, transferring, and range of motion. They will also learn how to take temperatures, pulses, and respiration, perform skin care and catheter care, weigh and measure a person in bed, and make an occupied and unoccupied bed. 6050 SCIENCE LABORATORY ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing, approval of the department chairperson, an instructor, and assistant principal. The purpose of the Lab Assistant Program is to extend the capabilities and resources of the teachers, maintain an orderly inventory of supplies, and the readiness of equipment and materials, and, in so doing, provide the student with experience and knowledge of the necessary supportive activities of the science teaching program along with a sense of self-worth and accomplishment through successful service to other people. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 58

6567 GEOGRAPHY P a-g/g LHS/Geography Prerequisites: Required of all 9 th grade students Students study the relationship between living things and physical and cultural environments. The course will focus on physical, cultural, and historical geography and its relationship to modern world political and economic problems. This course incorporates some of the concepts of the AVID curriculum, including study skills, note taking, tutorial and organizational skills, to assist in the student s academic success. Students may take Naval Science 1 P in place of Geography (description of Naval Science I P follows). 6565 NAVAL SCIENCE 1 P (NJROTC) a-g/g LHS/Geography $ Prerequisites: Freshman standing, approval of the Naval Science Instructor (normally within the first two weeks of class). The student is instructed in leadership, naval orientation, patriotism and citizenship. Military instruction/close order drill is incorporated within a weekly schedule, and uniforms are provided. There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which Includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. 6556 WORLD HISTORY P a-g/a LHS/World History Prerequisites: Eligible for placement in English 2 P, or permission of the instructor. Good study habits, command of the English language, and a written expression level that is above grade level will be necessary. This course will explore Western Europe, Russia, China, India, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America, and trace the development of democratic forms of government. The geography, history, culture, and political system of each area will be included in the study of each region. Social and political changes that are causing problems for each area and world peace will be covered, starting with the Industrial Revolution and continuing to present times. Material is presented mostly through lecture, with special projects required. 6557 WORLD HISTORY Pre AP a-g/a LHS/World History Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Students study ten major turning points that shaped the modern world, from the late 18 th century to the modern world. They trace the rise of democratic ideas and develop an understanding of the historical roots of current world issues, especially as they pertain to international relations. Students develop an understanding of current world issues and relate them to their historical, geographic, political, economic and cultural contexts. They will consider multiple accounts of events in order to understand international relations from a variety of perspectives. This course will place an emphasis on writing and critical thinking skills in preparation for US History AP. 6511 US HISTORY P a-g/a LHS/US History Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in World History or World History P, or a B or better in English 10 P. This course is a one year survey of the history of the United States. Students will examine major turning points in American history in the 20th century as they reflect continuity and change from the nation's beginning. The year begins with a selective review of United States history with emphasis on two major themes: the nation's beginnings linked to the 10th grade retrospective on the enlightenment and the rise of Democratic ideas and the industrial transformation of the new nation linked to the students' 10th grade studies of the global spread of Industrialism during the 19th century. Students will work individually and in groups. Testing is often in essay form. 6512 US HISTORY AP a-g/a LHS/US History $ Prerequisites: Junior standing, reading at college level, a B or better in US History P, and approval of the instructor. This study of American history will include a more in-depth study of the material covered in US History P. The course will be tailored to enable the student to pass the standard test for college advanced placement, including timed essays and two day tests. Students must meet with the instructor prior to the first day of class. 6513 US HISTORY P - NJROTC a-g/a LHS/US History $ Prerequisites: Junior standing and approval of the Naval Science Instructor. The student will be instructed in: the role that the Navy has played in the development of the civilizations and cultures of the world; how the past relates to the present and portend to the future; the early years of Naval History, the War of 1812, the Navy in World War I and World War II, and the Navy's role in Korea, Vietnam, and the Persian Gulf. Military instruction/drill is also incorporated on a weekly schedule. There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which Includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. 59

6531 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT General LHS/Government Prerequisites: Senior standing. This course is designed to give students an understanding of the organization and function of American government, including a comparison to socialism, communism, and fascism, and an analysis of major contemporary issues. This is a one semester course. 6532 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT P a-g/a LHS/Government Prerequisites: Senior standing. This course is designed to give students an understanding of the organization and function of American government, including a comparison to socialism, communism, and fascism, and an analysis of major contemporary issues. This is a one semester course. 6540 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AP a-g/a LHS/Government $ Prerequisites: Senior standing and permission of the instructor. This course provides a more in-depth study of the topics covered in American Government P. All students are required to take the AP exam. This is a one semester course. 6538 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT P NJROTC a-g/a LHS/Government $ Prerequisites: At least one year of NJROTC, senior standing, and approval of the Naval Science instructor. This course is designed to develop an understanding of emerging world events, their historic roots, and subsequent impact on the world community. Emphasis is on geopolitics, social values, and foreign governments. Military instruction/drill is also incorporated on a weekly schedule. There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which Includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. This class is taught in conjunction with Economics P - NJROTC and students are usually not admitted to this class between semesters. 6541 ECONOMICS General LHS/Economics Prerequisites: Senior standing. See Economics P class description. 6542 ECONOMICS P a-g/f LHS/Economics Prerequisites: Senior standing, reading at college level. The course is designed to examine the basic economic dilemma: unlimited economic wants in a world of limited economic resources. Emphasis is placed on understanding economic principles and the development of academic skills that will assist the student in preparing for subsequent college and university education. 6524 ECONOMICS AP a-g/f LHS/Economics $ Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of the instructor. This course provides a more in-depth study of the topics covered in Economics P. All students are required to take the AP exam. This is a one semester course. 6539 ECONOMICS P NJROTC a-g/f LHS/Economics $ Prerequisites: At least one year of NJROTC, senior standing, and approval of the Naval Science instructor. The class will focus on events in the American democratic system and analyze economic events in both the private and public sectors. The operation of the free enterprise system will be explored in light of occurring events. Military Instruction/drill is also incorporated on a weekly schedule. There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which Includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. This class is taught in conjunction with American Government P - NJROTC and students are usually not admitted to this class between semesters. 60

6575 NAVAL SCIENCE 1 (NJROTC) $ Prerequisites: Sophomore standing, approval of the Naval Science Instructor (normally within the first two weeks of class). The student is instructed in leadership, Naval orientation, patriotism and citizenship. Military instruction/close order drill is incorporated on a weekly schedule, and uniforms are provided. There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which Includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. 6576 NAVAL SCIENCE 2 (NJROTC) $ Prerequisites: Sophomore or junior standing, complete the first year of the JROTC/Sea Cadet program, and approval of the Naval Science Instructor. Naval Science Cadets are instructed in naval history, maritime geography, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, and physical science. Military customs and courtesies and drill complement the academic instruction. The NJROTC Program offers students a wealth of extra-curricular activities including Armed and Unarmed Drill Teams, Color Guard, Competitive Air-rifle, Orienteering (land navigation), and academic teams. There are also many opportunities to participate in competitive and community service activities. Cadets are required to wear a uniform (provided free). There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. 6577 NAVAL SCIENCE 3 (NJROTC) $ Prerequisites: Sophomore or junior standing, complete one year of the JROTC/Sea Cadet program, and approval of the Naval Science Instructor. Naval Science Cadets are instructed in naval operations, military law, the international law of the sea, sea power, ship construction, shipboard organization, basic seamanship, naval aircraft and leadership. Military customs and courtesies, and drill complement the academic instruction. The NJROTC Program offers students a wealth of extra-curricular activities including Armed and Unarmed Drill Teams, Color Guard, Competitive Air-Rifle, Orienteering (land navigation), and academic teams. There are also many opportunities to participate in competitive and community service activities. Cadets are required to wear a uniform (provided free). There is a one-time $10.00 fee for NJROTC classes which includes a unit t-shirt and name tag. 6578 NAVAL SCIENCE 4 (NJROTC) $ Prerequisites: Completion of Naval Science 2 or 3 and approval of the Naval Science Instructor. This course offers advanced leadership training and involvement with planning and organizing NJROTC functions, activities, and field trips. Students are also assigned as mentors for junior cadets, assisting with all aspects of NJROTC. The course is well suited for JNROTC staff cadets, students interested in a Service Academy, College ROTC, or enlistment in the military after graduation. There is no course fee for returning cadets. 6550 SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing; approval of the department chairperson and assistant principal. This course will assist the student in making career choices and develop an understanding of the teaching profession. The student helps the teacher with a variety of activities, i.e. paperwork, typing, record keeping, etc. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only 2 semesters as an Assistant. 61

5003 ACADEMIC DECATHLON: Art History a-g/f Prerequisites: Must be a candidate for the Academic Decathlon Team; permission of the instructor. This course is designed for aspiring members of the LHS Academic Decathlon Team. Selection of the candidates is made through ACT/SAT/PSAT test scores, cumulative grade point average, and faculty recommendations. Course content is designed to reflect ten events of competition as well as an art history survey. Interested students should inform their counselor or see the instructor. Summer preparation is required. 8085 CAREERS IN EDUCATION 1 $ ROP 8086 CAREERS IN EDUCATION 2 ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This two period course is an introduction to all the various careers in education, both in the classroom and out. In addition to fundamental curriculum components, all students are required to observe and participate in a variety of settings and classrooms at preschool, elementary, middle/junior high and high school levels. Students will also become familiar with the basic concepts, practices, and theories of education, as well as credentials, the CBEST, school law, lesson plans, and other issues related to the education field. All students prepare for and are encouraged to take the CBEST during the course of the year. A fee is charged for the Careers in Education 1 class because it is a CSU Fresno class and provides college credit. 9011 CHILDCARE Prerequisites: Must have a child in childcare. 4076 JOURNALISM 1 P Prerequisites: Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors, who must submit an application with a writing sample. Keyboarding and computer skills and permission of the instructor are required. The purpose of this two period course is to provide a study of the mass media with special emphasis and concentration on the newspaper and its role in our society. Students provide copy for "The Tiger Tribune, which is published weekly and distributed on the school campus. Students interview people, write copy, proofread, sell advertising, and plan layouts. They participate in production by typesetting copy and distributing printed papers. For students who plan to pursue journalism as a career, this course offers the opportunity to perfect journalistic writing skills and to perform in managerial positions. 6600 LAW ENFORCEMENT/ PUBLIC SAFETY OCCUPATIONS ROP Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. This two period course will provide students with an introduction to different career options within the fields of law enforcement and public safety, including police, correctional personnel, peace officers, security guards, and fire fighters. The course will feature many guest speakers. Professionals from the related areas will instruct the various class modules. 6602 CORRECTIONS ROP Prerequisites: None This one period course is designed to train students in those skills necessary to qualify for employment in the field of law enforcement with special emphasis on the duties of a correctional officer. Jail, youth facilities and other incarceration facilities will be discussed. Students who excel in the training, both in the classroom and in application drills, will be encouraged to prepare for the entrance examinations so that they will be able to consider immediate employment opportunities upon successful completion of the course of instruction or enroll in an AOJ program to improve their career preparation. 8002 LIBRARY SCIENCE Prerequisites: Approval of the Librarian. This course offers students the opportunity to understand how to effectively use the library for their own benefit and to familiarize them with the organization and operation of libraries. 3027 AVID: 9 th Grade 3028 AVID: 11 th Grade 3026 AVID: 10 th Grade 3029 AVID SEMINAR P: 12 th Grade Prerequisites: Instructor approval. AVID is an academic support program for minority and/or low-income students who are often the first in their families to attend college. AVID targets students who are only getting average grades but who have the potential to succeed in a rigorous academic program. AVID incorporates the intensive support students need to succeed, and uses the Socratic method and study groups that specifically target under-achieving students. 62

8001 STUDENT LEADERSHIP 1 Prerequisites: Open to freshman or sophomores who would like to be an elected or appointed student leader; a recommendation from their 8th grade principal or counselor, or approval of the instructor is required. This class covers the skills and techniques of group organization (clubs, committees, etc.) in a democratic society, communication skills, student finance, budgeting, budget tracking and accountability, parliamentary procedure, meeting skills, agenda preparation, election procedures, student organizations, constitutions, gathering data (surveys, etc.) public relations, peer counseling, positive activities for recreation and involvement, strategies for involving members of groups/cultures that seem reluctant to participate in traditional activities, relations with community, staff, faculty, and administration, and constructive techniques to effect change. Also included are event planning and development (rallies, contests, shows), techniques of publicity (posters, fliers, radio and public address announcements, display case design), timelines, and materials acquisition. Projects involve both individual and group effort, and some grading depends on success in involving others as a leader, or following others. 8003 STUDENT LEADERSHIP 2 Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Student must be an elected or appointed ASB or class officer; or, as space allows, be a B or better student in Leadership 1, with the approval of the ASB President and instructor. Not open to freshmen. Plans, coordinates, and executes all the traditional ASB activities, such as rallies, assemblies, noon time events, homecoming activities, elections, intramural events, orientation of new students, recognition programs, and other activities and events as may arise. This is a "lab class," practicing the skills and techniques learned in Student Leadership I, and is primarily designed for student body officers. 9921 TIGER LINK CREW: Community Service Prerequisites: Application; permission of the advisor; junior or senior standing. This course provides instruction and training for becoming mentors to the freshmen class. Class members are placed in a freshmen AVID/Geography class for elective credit where they mentor 10-15 freshmen students regarding social skills, discipline, grades, attendance and academics. In this class students are trained in peer counseling, AVID methodologies, anti-bullying techniques and binder organization. Some summer training is required. 7997 TIGER LINK CREW: Leadership Prerequisites: Permission of the advisor; junior or senior standing. This course is designed to support the Tiger Link Crew Leaders and freshmen on campus in their endeavor to become involved in school activities. Freshman Only activities are designed in this course, such as Freshmen Tailgate Party, Freshmen Movie Nights, Freshmen Field Day, etc. 8004 NURSES OFFICE ASSISTANT 8005 OFFICE ASSISTANT 8006 COUNSELING/CAREER CENTER ASSISTANT 8007 DUPLICATION SERVICES ASSISTANT Prerequisites: Senior standing; GPA of 2.0 or better; approval of the assistant principal. Assist in the offices as needed. Students are expected to follow all directives of supervisory personnel. Students in these categories will be dropped from service (with a grade of F) for altering, misappropriation, or falsifying official documents or data, or for receiving 2 cuts during the period they are assigned to this class. Confidentiality and a willingness to do a variety of clerical tasks will be expected of all assistants. NOTE: Students may receive credit for only two semesters as an Assistant. 6700 AP ONLINE CLASSES $ a-g LHS/ Prerequisites: APEX online classes are for juniors or seniors who cannot fit an AP class into their schedules; each class is one period, in the library. In addition to one period in the library, students should have access to the Internet from home. Students will be assigned a mentor to supervise the daily tasks. All students in AP classes are expected to take the AP exam in the spring. See your counselor for further information. The following APEX online classes are available: Calculus AB Chemistry English Language and Composition Macroeconomics Microeconomics English Literature and Composition Physics B Statistics US Government and Politics US History 63

Go to the Counseling Department for information on: academic or personal counseling driver s education concurrent enrollment testing NCAA PSAT, SAT, ACT CAHSEE Independent Study Four Year Plan adjustment Go to the Career Center for information on: work permits community service financial aid scholarships Next Step speakers college applications and visits college placement tests unofficial transcripts Job Shadowing Honor Cord information Career Cruising College Night Senior Exit Interviews ASVAB 8 th grade tours Character Conferences Go to the Administration Office for information on: official transcripts attendance nurse s office Migrant/ELL bookkeeper (ASB cards, outstanding bills) social worker SCICON

Lemoore High School Website: www.luhsd.k12.ca.us Voice Mail: call 924-6600 and enter the extension number indicated below for each department. Department Extension Chairperson Agriculture 303 Mr. Clarke Ag Office 924-6114 Staff Art 269 Mr. Neal AVID 236 Mrs. Ruby Business and Technology 297 Ms. Lee Counseling 221 Mrs. Wyrick English Language Arts 298 Mrs. Ecker Foreign Language 258 Mrs. Hurtado Home Economics 289 Mrs. Hobbs Industrial Technology 287 Mr. Boyer Mathematics 253 Mr. Tomkins NJROTC 336 Capt.Zinser Performance Studies 304 Mrs. Palermo Physical Education 107 Mrs. Knee Science 275 Mr. Bow Social Science 256 Mrs. Greenlee Other Programs Academic Decathlon 267 Mrs. Rhoads Athletics 213 Mr. Sembritzki Career Center 306 Mrs. Naylon Financial Aid 236 Mrs. Ruby Health/Nurse 224 Ms. Cummings Library 267 Mrs. Crider Migrant 360 Mrs. Saray NCAA 339 Mr. Ruiz Psychologist 211 Mrs. Milton Career Advisor/ROP 168 Mrs. Machado Scholarships 306 Mrs. Naylon Special Education 272 Ms. Paz Student Activities 243 Mr. Martin Student Leadership 132 Mrs. Strong Testing 221 Mr. Yamagiwa Tiger Link Crew 369 Ms. Luna