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Course Descriptions
High
School Code: 052853
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College Prep |
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Honors College Prep |
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Meets Option 2
Diploma with
Academic Distinction with grade of
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Meets University of
California admissions
requirements for Visual and Performing Arts
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ENGLISH
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 8 Semesters
ENGLISH 1, 2
Grade 9 (P)
Course No. 1540
This course emphasizes recreational reading with an
attempt to improve student motivation to read and
reading achievement. In addition, students will
study a variety of genres of literature including
short story, non-fiction, poetry, drama and the novel.
Instructional strategies interrelate reading, writing,
oral communication, and language study.
ENGLISH 1, 2 CLUSTER
Grade 9 (P)
Course No. 1540C
In this course students will experience qualitatively
different approaches to the study of a variety of
genres of literature including short story,
non-fiction, poetry, drama and the novel.
Instructional strategies interrelate reading, writing,
oral communication, and language study. Particular
emphasis is placed upon the development of advanced
writing skills.
ADVANCED
HUMANITIES SEMINAR
Grade 9, 10 (P)
Prerequisites: Students who are identified Seminar
have first choice. Then, identified GATE students must
write two essays and have a teacher recommendation.
(Limited class size).
Course No. 1540S/1572S
Credit earned may be for Advanced World History and
Geography 1, 2 OR taken as a fine arts
elective by students who took World History and
Geography in grade 9. Credit is also earned for
Advanced English 1, 2 or 3, 4. This course is designed
to study the cultural, historical, ethical,
geographic, economic, artistic, philosophic, and other
"humanities" roots of our contemporary
world. 1999-2000 will focus on Modern Literature
and Modern History.
ENGLISH 3, 4
Grade 10 (P)
Course No. 1570
Required course for all sophomores; explores basic
concepts of language and literature. Oral and written
communication skills are stressed. Reading selections
include short stories, drama, poetry, and biographies.
Emphasis is also placed on the individual and the
development of a positive self-image.
ADVANCED ENGLISH 3,4
Grade 10 (P)
Course No. 1572
Designed for the above-average English student as
evidenced by high achievement scores and previous
English grades of "B" or better. Course
content includes literary analysis and advanced
writing and speaking skills. Reading selections are
taken from classical and contemporary works.
ADVANCED HUMANITIES
ENGLISH
Grade 10 (P)
Prerequisites: Minimum "B" average in 9th
grade English, teacher/counselor recommendation, and
concurrent enrollment in Advanced Humanities World
History.
Course No. 157207
This course is the Advanced 10th grade English
component of an interdisciplinary course that is
taught in conjunction with Advanced World History.
Students engage in a thematic study of the literature
of the world as they learn its history and culture.
This course also emphasizes the development of
advanced writing, speaking and listening skills.
Interdisciplinary projects and writing portfolios will
be among the tolls used to assess student performance.
AMERICAN LITERATURE 1, 2
Grade 11 (P)
Course No. 1583
From Poe to Cummings, from the Gold Rush to the first
steps on the moon, from Puritanism to Women's Lib,
this course will trace the major trends and movements
in American life as shown through the writings of the
people who lived in history. In addition to the study
of literature, emphasis will be placed on the
development of music, art, science, and religion.
ADVANCED AMERICAN LITERATURE
1, 2
Grade 11 (HP)
Prerequisites: Previous Adv. Eng. grade of
"A" or "B" and teacher
recommendation.
Course No. 1589
Designed primarily for college-bound students who have
a good grasp of English fundamentals as evidenced by
high achievement scores and previous English grades.
Content includes a general survey of the development
of American Literature from Colonial times to the
present. Writing skills are stressed, with an emphasis
on clarity, unity, and persuasiveness of expression.
(ADV) AMERICAN STUDIES (P)
Grade 11 (P) * Adv. Credit (Note: Two period
block. Meets American Literature and U.S. History
requirement.)
Course No. 158907 & 671107
American Studies is a two-period interdisciplinary
course in which both U.S. History and American
Literature credit are granted. This course will
provide an integrated approach to history, literature,
art, music, film, architecture, drama, politics,
religion, and philosophy. Students will be involved in
court trials, debates, simulations, and other
activities.
AMERICAN LITERATURE
SEMINAR
Grade 11 (HP) *
Prerequisite: Students who are identified
Seminar have first choice. Then, identified GATE
students must write two essays and have a
teacher/counselor recommendation. (Limited class
size)
Course No. 1590S
This course examines American art, literature, music,
politics, film and other "humanities" as
ongoing reflections of our nation's evolving
character. Emphasis is on 20th century.
Emphasis on writing, critical thinking and discussion
with small group interactions, dramatic performances
and other projects are encouraged.
CONTEMPORARY VOICES IN
LITERATURE 1, 2
Grade 12 (P)
Course No. 1612
This is a two-semester course that emphasizes
contemporary literature. The first semester focuses on
American multi-cultural literature. The second
semester focuses on contemporary literature around the
world. The course is concerned with human
understanding and deals with such universal themes as
love, power, loyalty, destiny. All units interrelate
writing, reading comprehension, and oral
communication.
ENGLISH
LITERATURE 1, 2
Grade 12 (P)
Prerequisite: "A" or "B" in
American Literature
Course No. 1641
This course is an advanced course for college-bound
students who are conscious of goals beyond their
senior year. Emphasis will be on developing the
ability to read for cultural and thematic
implications, to read the classics with appreciation
and to write literature-based essays as well as other
prose. Subject matter consists of major literary works
of the British Isles set in the cultural
context. A research paper is required.
AP ENGLISH 1, 2
Grade 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Teacher and counselor recommendation
and a passing grade on the AP qualifying essay
examination to be given in the spring, and PSAT test
scores. Summer reading list required
Course No. 1641
Designed for the most able students who wish to pursue
college-level studies, this course provides the
student with information concerning the format and
content of the Advanced Placement examination in
English. It also provides the student with a series of
writing exercises and problems which will refine
skills of analysis and expression. The overall
objective is to prepare the student to pass the
Advanced Placement English examination which students
in the class are expected to take.
ENGLISH
AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ESL
- SECOND LANGUAGE EDUCATION Required
for all those students whose first language is not
English and whose English skills need improvement.
ESL LEVEL 1-2, ESL LEVEL 3-4,
ESL LEVEL 5-6
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 1575, 1577, 1579
Limited English Students learn to understand, speak,
read, and write the English Language through a
sequential program. The ESL Program emphasizes oral
language instruction and oral language experience
before formal reading and writing are introduced.
ESL COMMUNICATION 1-2, 3-4
Grade 9 - 12
Course No. 1980, 1982
Elective class to provide limited English students
further experience in use and understanding of the
English language.
BRIDGING ENGLISH 1-2
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 1540L
This course is intended for students who have
completed ESL and are making the transition into
regular English courses. Instructional methods
of Bridging English 1, 2 provide English language
learners with greater access to the English 1, 2
curriculum.
BRIDGING ENGLISH 3-4
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 1570L
This course is intended for students who have
completed ESL and are making the transition into
regular English courses. Instructional methods
of Bridging English 3, 4 provide English language
learners with greater access to the English 3, 4
curriculum.
SCIENCE
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 4 Semesters - 2
semesters of a life science and 2 semesters of a
physical science
CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS - 1, 2
Grade 9-12
Prerequisite grades 9-12: Algebra 1-2 or Honors
Algebra 1-2 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course No. 6311O
This physics course is designed to meet the differing
needs of all students. It is organized so as to: (1)
convey the general notion of physics as a scientific
discipline, what it is, how it is done, where it may
lead; (2) instill a desire to understand why things in
the physical world behave as they do; (3) introduces
you to methods used by scientists in their
investigations; (4) brings you to a realization of the
simplicity of the laws by which elements of nature are
related.
CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS
(Sheltered) 1, 2
Grade 10-12
Course No. 6311L0
This physics course is for limited English students.
Its covers the same content as conceptual physics and
provides a slower pace for students who are still
developing language skills.
PHYSICS 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Algebra 1-2 or Geometry concurrently
enrolled. 10th graders in Geometry with at least a
"B" or better in Algebra 1-2
Course No. 6101
What holds the solar system together. What is all the
fuss about energy? Come join us in the search for
these answers. You will see science as an activity
carried out by people like you. Topics which you will
explore: mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound,
light, electricity, and magnetism, atomic and nuclear
physics.
ADVANCED PHYSICS 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra and
Geometry "C's" or better.
Course No. 6321
If you want a physics course which is more intensive
than Physics 1, 2 then this course is for you!
Some of the interesting phenomena which you will study
are: optic waves, mechanics, astronomy, electricity,
and atomic structure.
MARINE SCIENCE 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisite: Average or better achievement in any
previous science course; average or better reading
ability.
Course No. 6441
An introduction to the sciences of the oceans.
One semester will be Marine Biology where seaweed's,
plankton, invertebrates, fish, marine birds and
mammals will be studied. The other semester will
explore marine geology, plate tectonics, waves,
currents, tides, beaches, etc. The major
emphasis in this course will be the natural
history of San Diego marine habitats.
CHEMISTRY 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2
Course No. 6211
An experimental science. Investigate and understand
basic principles, achieve skills through lab
experiments and problem solving in atomic and kinetic
theory, matter, chemical reactions and bonding,
application of energy, equilibrium's, acids and bases,
and oxidation reductions.
ADVANCED CHEMISTRY 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (HP)*
Prerequisite: Geometry or concurrently enrolled in
Int. Algebra
Course No. 6221
This course is designed to challenge the student to
greater depths of knowledge for an understanding of
the changes in the world about us. Research and lab
work is designed for the scientifically oriented
students and will prepare them for college science
classes. Course includes the study of chemical
reactions and bonding, equilibrium equations,
thermodynamics, acids, and bases, organic and nuclear
chemistry.
AP CHEMISTRY 1, 2
Grade 12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Chemistry 1,2 or Advanced Chemistry
1,2, above average achievement in Pre-Calculus 1, 2 or
AP Statistics
Course No. 6291
Second year course in chemistry equivalent to the
first year college general chemistry. This class will
prepare students for the AP examination in General
Chemistry.
LIFE SCIENCE 1, 2
Grade 11, 12
Prerequisite: Counselor approval
Course No. 6101
This course meets high school graduation requirements,
but is not intended to meet college prep requirements.
It is designed for students who need a slower paced
biology course and who have not successfully completed
two semesters of high school biology.
LIFE SCIENCE (Sheltered)
1, 2
Grade 11, 12
Prerequisite: Counselor approval
Course No. 6101L
This course meets high school graduation requirements
through class of 2001 and is a college prep course.
It is for limited English speaking students.
BIOLOGY 1, 2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisites: 10th grade reading level ability;
and either 1 yr. of Physics or Chemistry requirement
for class 2002 and beyond.
Course No. 6111
A college prep course designed to introduce you to the
world of living things. Lab activities are designed to
give you the opportunity to discover the secrets of
life and while exploring such topics as the cell,
heredity, reproduction, bacteria, and viruses, plants,
and much more.
BIOLOGY (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 6101L
This is a beginning life science class for LEP
students. It is geared for students who need a slower
pace and who need to develop reading and writing
skills. NOTE: This is not a college preparatory
course.
AP BIOLOGY 1, 2
Grade 11,12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Biology 1,2 and Chem. 1,2 or Adv.
Chem. 1,2
Course No. 6191
Second year course in biology equivalent to first year
college general biology. Students will prepare for the
Advanced Placement exam in Biology.
ADVANCED BIOLOGY 1, 2
Grade 11, 12 (HP)*
Prerequisite: Biology 1, 2 and Chemistry 1, 2 or
Adv. Chemistry 1, 2
Course No. 6121
A lab-oriented college preparatory honors course in
biology taught in greater depth .
PHYSIOLOGY 1, 2 (P)
Grade 11, 12
Prerequisites: "C" average or better in
previous science courses; Biology 1,2 required and
chemistry recommended; above grade level reading
ability essential.
Course No. 6151-52
Physiology is the study of the human body. This is a
dynamic science which helps increase awareness and
understanding of body structure and function. Topics
include challenging labs, dissections, and exploration
of careers in medicine and health related occupations.
SOCIAL
STUDIES GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS: 6 Semesters
WORLD HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY
1, 2
Grades 9, 10 (P)
This course is required at 9th or 10th grade. Adv.
World History taken in 10th grade fulfills this
requirement.
Course No. 6605
This is a year course which examines the strands
(themes) of Culture, Law/Politics, Energy/Environment
and Geography in a variety of regions at various
times. The course is organized into eight units based
on successive historical eras. Within each unit,
regional presentations are used to emphasize
geographic and economic forces. The 19th and 20th
centuries will be emphasized.
ADVANCED WORLD HISTORY 1, 2
Grade 10 (P)*
Course No. 6645
Provides greater depth in the content of world history
for advanced college preparatory students. Builds
skills to deal with advanced courses in grades 11 and
12.
ADVANCED HUMANITIES SEMINAR
Grade 9, 10 (P)
Prerequisites: Students who are identified Seminar
have first choice. Then, identified GATE
students must write two essays and have a
teacher/counselor recommendation. (Limited class
size)..
Course No. 6645S/475707
Credit earned may be for Advanced World History and
Geography 1, 2 OR taken as a fine arts
elective by students who took World History and
Geography in grade 9. Credit is also earned for
Advanced English 1, 2 or 3, 4. This course is
designed to study the cultural, historical, ethical,
geographic, economic, artistic, and philosophic, and
other "humanities" roots of our comtemporary
world. 1999-2000 will focus on Modern World
Literature and Modern History..
ADVANCED HUMANITIES WORLD
HISTORY
Grade 10 (P)
Prerequisites: Minimum "B" average in 9th
grade English and teacher/counselor recommendation.
Course No. 6645C7
Interdisciplinary course meets 10th grade Advanced
English and Advanced World History requirement. Two
period, one year course. Integrated approach to
literature, history, art and music.
U.S. HISTORY 1, 2
Grade 11 (P)
Course No. 6701
Combines political, economic and social trends from
the colonies to the present with basic social studies
skills. Study revolutions and reforms, constitutional
rights and justice. The 19th and 20th centuries will
be emphasized.
ADVANCED AMERICAN STUDIES 1-2
Grade 11 (P)*
Two period block meets U.S. History and American
Literature requirement.
Course No. 158907&671107
American Studies is a two-period interdisciplinary
course in which both American Literature and U.S.
History credits are granted. This course will provide
an integrated approach to history, literature, art,
music, film, drama, politics, religion and philosophy.
Students will use primary source materials, debate
simulations, and other activities, in addition to the
traditional approach to learning.
AP U.S. HISTORY 1-2
Grade 11 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Teacher and counselor recommendation
and/or PSAT test scores.
Course No. 6721
AP U.S. History is an academically rigorous survey
course stressing essay writing and analytical skills.
It is intended to prepare students for college-level
work as well as the passage of the AP exam which
qualifies for college credit.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
Grade 12 (P)
Course No. 6757
This is a one-semester course in which students will
apply knowledge gained in previous years of study to
develop a better understanding of institutions of
government in today's world. The course will emphasize
the American system of democracy and the rights and
responsibilities of citizenship. Students will expand
their ability to think critically and creatively about
current issues, prepare to participate as voters, and
understand the importance of community volunteering.
Developing a willingness and resolve to confront
problems and work with others toward solutions and
recognize these as necessary factors in the survival
of a democratic society is an emphasis in this course.
ECONOMICS 1
Grade 12 (P)
Course No. 6758
This one-semester course will increase student's
understanding of the operations and institutions of
national and international economic systems. Students
will learn about economic goals, performance, and
problems of the American economic system and compare
it with systems in the international community.
Completion of this course will enable students to make
reasoned decisions as citizens, workers, consumers,
business owners and managers, and members of civic
groups based on the knowledge they have acquired in
the course.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ECONOMICS
1, 2
Grade 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Teacher and counselor
recommendation, test/essay and a passing grade
on the AP qualifying exam given in the spring..
Course No. 6841
This course provides challenging instruction to
students at the highest level in Grade 12. It will
meet the requirement for Government/Economics and
prepare students for passing the Advanced Placement
Exam in Economics. It will enable students to make
better decisions within tomorrow's global society. The
course will enable students to better understand the
use of limited resources for unlimited wants.
Macroeconomics includes historical analysis of
economic systems and economic and social analysis of
different economic organizations.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT &
WORLD AFFAIRS 1, 2
Grade 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Teacher and counselor recommendation
and/or PSAT test scores.
Course No. 6761
An advanced course satisfying the 12th grade
Economics/Government requirement. One semester
concentrates on micro and macro economics, world
trade, and American foreign policy. The other semester
concentrates on how the constitution came into
existence, why it took the form it did, and how it has
functioned for the past two hundred years.
WORLD HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY
1-2 (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 6605L
This is a course for LEP students taking their first
year history course. This course is a significant
bridge from the learning mode of social studies
courses grade K-8 to the more active, participatory
learning style.
U.S. HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY
1-2 (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 6701L
This is a course for LEP students taking their first
year American History course. The curriculum
emphasizes the ways in which history, economics,
geography, and culture interrelate and influence one
another.
HUMANITIES 9 SEMINAR
Grade 9 (P)
Prerequisite: Seminar application through district
Course No. 6645S7
Credit earned for advanced English 1, 2 and Advanced
World History, Geography, and Economics 1, 2.
This is a first year of a two year course in which
students examine various world cultures over time
incorporating philosophy, culture, history,
comparative religions, ethics, and literature.
Students will investigate both western and non-western
cultures in a chronological progression ending in the
late 18th century with an exploration of the conflicts
of the times that were essential to the creation of
the modern world.
HUMANITIES 10 SEMINAR
Grade 9
Prerequisite: Seminar application through district
Course No. 475707
Credit earned for advanced English 3, 4 and Advanced
World History, Geography, and Economics 1, 2 or a Fine
Arts credit for those who have already earned credit
for world history. The second year of the 9th
and 10th grade advanced humanities curriculum.
The course provides an opportunity to investigate the
related worlds of literature, history, philosophy, art
and music from the late 18th century to the present.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 1-2
Grade 12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Qualification by district standard;
counselor recommendation.
Course No. 6825
Community college course offered on this campus for
students who demonstrate high ability in social
studies. Must be taken in addition to credits needed
for high school graduation as college credit is
earned. NO high school credit will be given for
this class, but it fulfills graduation course
requirements.
MATHEMATICS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 6 Semesters
PRE-ALGEBRA 1-2
Grade 9, 10
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation as required
for all math courses
Course No. 4039
This is a course designed for students who need a
transition from elementary mathematics to algebra. It
provides students with the skills, concepts, and
problem-solving strategies to be successful in
algebra.
ALGEBRA 1-2 (P)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Grade "C" or higher in
Pre-Algebra or Grade "B" or higher in 8th
Grade math or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4041
This is a standard course in elementary algebra for
all students. All students in class of 2002 and beyond
must pass this course to graduate from the San Diego
Unified School District.
GEOMETRY 1-2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisites: "C" or higher in
Intermediate Algebra or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4141
Standard college preparatory course with the study of
geometrical concepts and the development of logical
thinking. All students in the class of 2003 and
beyond and must pass this course or Honors Geometry to
graduate from the San Diego Unified School District..
UNIFYING ALGEBRA AND
GEOMETRY 1-2
Grade 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Passing grade in Algebra 1-2
Course No. 4121
Designed for students who experienced limited success
in Algebra 1-2. The goal is to remediate the problems
leading to the student's difficulty with algebra in
order for the student to experience success in
Intermediate Algebra and Geometry.
INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA 1-2
Grade 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: "C" or higher in Algebra
1-2 or teacher recommendation.
Course No. 4151
Standard second year algebra course designed for
college preparatory students. All students in
the class of 2004 and beyond must pass this course or
Honors Intermediate Algebra to graduate from the San
Diego Unified School District.
HONORS GEOMETRY 1-2
Grade 9 (P)*
Prerequisites: "B" grade or better in
Honors Algebra 1-2 and/or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4071
Reviews and extends the algebraic concepts used in
second year algebra.
HONORS INTERMEDIATE
ALGEBRA 1-2
Grade 10 (P)*
Prerequisites: "B" grade or better in
Honors Geometry 1-2 and/or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4065
Reviews and extends the algebraic concepts used in
second year algebra.
PRE-CALCULUS 1-2
Grade 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Two years of Algebra and one year of
Geometry or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4161
College prep course presented in a way to make it
useful for later study of analytic geometry and
calculus.
HONORS PRE-CALCULUS 1-2
Grade 11 (HP)*
Prerequisites: "B" grade or better in
Honors Int. Algebra 1-2 and/or teacher recommendation.
Course No. 4181
Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry is taught to prepare
students for Calculus.
AP STATISTICS 1-2
Grade 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: "C" grade of better in
Intermediate Algebra 1-2 and/or teacher recommendation
Course No. 4055, 4056
This class is designed to prepare students to pass the
AP Statistics Test which will give them college credit
for Statistics.
MATH 150, 151 CALCULUS
Grade 12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: "B" grade in Honors
Trigonometry & Adv. Algebra 1-2, qualifying exam;
teacher recommendation
Course No. 4191
Theory, applications, and techniques of limits,
differentiation, and integration. This is a Mesa
College course. College credit transfers to 4-year
universities as 6 semesters units or 9 quarter units.
(NOTE: NO high school credit.)
PRE-ALGEBRA 1-2 (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10
Course No. 4037L
This course is designed for students who need
transition from elementary mathematics to algebra. It
provides students with the skills, concepts, and
problem-solving strategies to be successful in
algebra.
ALGEBRA 1-2 (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 4041L
This is the standard course in elementary algebra for
college preparatory students. Students learn methods
of solving problems not available at the arithmetic
level.
GEOMETRY 1-2 (Sheltered)
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 4141L
Standard college prep course in study of geometry
concepts for students with limited understanding of
English.
VISUAL
AND PERFORMING ARTS GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS: 2 Semesters of Fine Arts and 1 Semester
of a Practical Art (Students may choose 1 year of
World Language with 1 Semester of fine or practical
art instead)
MUSIC
SHOW CHOIR
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Audition and permission of
instructor.
Course No. 5055
This auditioned chorus is open to male and female
students. It is a singing and dancing ensemble with
emphasis on show tunes, pop, and jazz. Festivals and
programs are a part of the course. (PE or fine arts
credit is given for this course.)
WOMEN'S JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Audition and permission of
instructor.
Course No. 5060
This is an auditioned women's choir. Music of all
styles is learned and performed. Festivals and
programs are part of this course.
CHORAL ENSEMBLE
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Audition and permission of
instructor.
Course No. 5365
This is an advanced mixed choir. Music of all styles
is learned and performed. Festivals, programs, and
tours are part of the course. This group is often
asked to perform so commitment is very important.
MARCHING BAND AND ADVANCED
BAND
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)**
Prerequisites: 2.0 citizenship and GPA, teacher
recommendation, instrument proficiency, necessary to
provide instrument in most cases and participation in
fund raising programs.
Course No. 584301 & 532502
Training and experience in band techniques. Study wind
instrument music of various periods and styles.
Participate in football half-time shows, competitive
parades and field tournaments (marching band), and
concert performances and festivals (concert band).
Receive PE credit for fall semester.
DANCE-DRILL TEAM/TALL FLAGS
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: 2.0 citizenship and GPA, pass
physical, uniform cost approximately $300.00, must
participate in fund raisers and performances. Tryouts
are mandatory. Mandatory summer and after school
practices.
Course No. 5842
A performance group to participate in competitive
field tournaments with the band for football games and
parades. Involves physical activities: running;
stretching; jumping; and dancing. Requires
coordination and precision. Will receive PE credit.
ELECTRONIC KEYBOARD
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 5385
Develop basic principles in piano keyboard technique
and music notation. Designed for the beginner.
Keyboards provided.
ART
ART 1, 2
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 0375
Provides the basic elements and principles of art
through areas of color, design, drawing, and painting.
DRAWING & PAINTING 1, 2
Grades 10, 11, 12 (9th accepted with
teacher recommendation)
Prerequisite: Art 1, 2
Course No. 0271
An advanced course which stresses a variety of
compositions while exploring a wide range of drawing
and painting techniques..
AP STUDIO ART
Grades 11, 12 (HP) * **
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting or instructor
approval. Lab fees are to be expected.
Course No. 0375
Advanced Placement Studio Art is intended for the
highly motivated student interested in the serious
study of art. Classwork consists of creating a
portfolio of selected artworks that may be submitted
for college credit. Work outside of class will require
critical viewing, reading, and writing about fine art.
CERAMICS 1, 2
Grades 10, 11, 12
Course No. 0231
Students are encouraged to explore their creative side
and to express themselves in three-dimensional
designs, as they learn to work with clay and glazes.
They learn to build functional and figurative objects
using pinch, coil, and slab techniques. The students
are also given the opportunity to use a potter's wheel
later in the semester, giving them an inclusive
ceramics background. Materials Fee: Each
student is expected to pay $12 per semester. This fee
will provide an average amount of clay and glazes for
take-home projects and losses during use. If it is
noted that the student is using considerably more clay
than others, for whatever reason, they will be asked
to purchase more clay and/or be more economical in
their usage.
CERAMICS 3, 4
Grades 11, 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics 1, 2
Course No. 0233
Returning ceramic students are given the option of
independent study or standard assignments. Second year
students will be expected to assist first year
students with beginning projects and assist with kiln
loading. Students may pursue their own creative
inventions or work on a series of related pieces.
Throwing on the wheel can be emphasized as well. Fees
are the same as for Ceramics 1-2.
DRAMA
DRAMA 1, 2 INTRODUCTION TO
THEATRE ARTS
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 1423
Surveys a wide range of dramatic skills:
improvisation; sketch writing and acting; oral
interpretation; reader's theatre; scene study;
character building; voice training; and directing.
DRAMA 3, 4; 5, 6; 7, 8
Grades 10, 11, 12 **
Prerequisites: 3, 4: at least a "B" in
Drama 1,2
5, 6: at least a "B" in Drama 3, 4
7, 8: at least a "B" in Drama 5, 6 o
teacher recommendation
Course No. 0375
Advanced performance techniques focus upon the
development of the student actor through continued
scene study, improvisation, audition, monologues, play
writing and practical theatre skills.
PUBLIC
SPEAKING
PUBLIC SPEAKING 1, 2
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 1415
To function effectively in the 21st century
you need sharp verbal skills. You need to develop
skills in public speaking now! You can participate
with, contribute to and influence others. This course
covers preparing and delivering speeches for
everyday occasions. Writing, speaking and organizing
are developed in discussion, oratory and debate. Some
oral interpretation is explored. If not now, when?
PUBLIC SPEAKING 3, 4
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: An "A" or "B" in
1, 2
Course No. 1417
The emphasis is placed on oratorical interpretation,
communication skills, and extemporaneous speaking. Students
must speak outside the classroom. Students will
focus on areas of special interest. Competition
is stressed.
PUBLIC SPEAKING 5, 6
Grades 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: An "A" or "B" in
Public Speaking 3, 4 and teacher recommendation.
Course No. 1419
This course is designed for the student who is
planning a career in which public speaking is a
requirement. Skills will be honed through competition
contracts and individually designed programs.
Individual study in both rhetorical theory and speech
criticism are required.
WORLD
LANGUAGES GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS: One year of World Language with one
semester of a Fine Art or Practical Art. If students
choose not to take a World Language, they need a Fine
Art for one year and a Practical Art for one semester
LATIN 1-2
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)
Course No. 2201
A scintillating introduction to the intricacies,
subtleties, and beauty of Latin grammar, syntax, and
vocabulary, with large juicy portions of Roman
mythology to keep the palate piqued.
LATIN 3-4
Grades 10, 11, 12 (P)
Course No. 2203
A continuation of a thorough look at the language. The
emphasis is on the poems of Catullus and Virgil's
epic, "The Aeneid" in conjunction with
opera, art, and literature of more modern times.
LATIN 5-6
Grades 11, 12 (P)
Course No. 2205
Exploration of other Roman literature plus a
historical and literary examination on the first
twelve Caesars.
FRENCH 1-2
Grades 9 - 12 (P)
Course No. 2001
This is a course in beginning French with emphasis on
the four communication skills. It develops the
ability to understand and read simple sentences and
dialogues, to respond to oral French questions, and to
write about yourself. The student is introduced
to the geography of the French-speaking world and to
the culture of the country of France. Several
language learning games are introduced to supplement
textbook materials.
FRENCH 3-4
Grades 9 - 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Must have "C" grade or
better in 1-2 .
Course No. 2003
This course is a continuation of French 1-2.
Vocabulary if further developed as well as the
communication skills of listening and reading
comprehension, speaking, and writing.
FRENCH 5-6
Grades 9 - 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Must have "C" grade or
better in 3-4.
Course No. 2005
In this upper level course, reading and writing
abilities are emphasized. The structure of the
French language is studied through grammar and reading
materials. Correct pronunciation of the language
is furthered and supplementary materials/activities
are utilized to improve oral communication.
Students will read the novel Le Petit Prince and will
study modern French civilization. Preparation
for the AP French test is included in this course.
Student receiving a "C" or better will
qualify district trip to France.
AP FRENCH 7-8
Grades 11, 12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Must have "C" grade or
better in 5-6.
Course No. 2013
In this upper-level course, all four communication
skills are emphasized through the study of short
stories, modern-day films, French television excerpts
and the novels and Literature moderne du monde
francophone: Une anthlogie and La France
Contemporaine.
SPANISH 1-2
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Must have "C" or better in
English for Spanish 1-2.
Course No. 2321
Develop the ability to write and speak in the Spanish
language.
SPANISH 3-4
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Must have "C" in Spanish
1-2.
Course No. 2323
This course is intended to extend students' facility
in the language.
SPANISH 5-6
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Must have "C" in Spanish
3-4.
Course No. 2325
Emphasis on fluency and accurate pronunciation.
SPANISH 7-8 or AP SPANISH 7,
8
Grades 10, 11, 12 (HP)*
Prerequisites: Recommendation of teacher/counselor.
Course No. 2333, 2337 & 2411
Increase students' ability to communicate with
emphasis on cultural awareness and appreciation.
Prepares students for the Advanced Placement exam.
SPANISH FOR SPANISH
SPEAKERS 5-6
Grades 10, 11, 12 (P)
Prerequisites: Native or native-like oral fluency
in Spanish.
Course No. 2345
This course is designed to improve students' ability
to read and write in Spanish.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1, 2,
3, 4
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)
Course No. 2384 & 2386
A beginning course to American Sign Language.
Introduction in the basic structure of the language
and development in its use. (ASL 1, 2 will be offered
next year.)
COMPUTER
SCIENCE GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS: 1 Semester minimum usually completed
during middle school
COMPUTER SCIENCE 1, 2
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 1-2 or higher
and typing.
Course No. 4411
A full year course for those interested in learning
how to program the computer. The computer language
QBASIC is taught and students write their own
programs. The emphasis will be on Graphics.
COMPUTER SCIENCE 3, 4
Grades 10, 11, 12 (P)*
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1, 2
Course No. 4413
Bridging class between Computer Science 1, 2 and AP
Computer Science. Advanced topics in QBASIC and C++.
AP
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Grades 11, 12 (HP)*
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1, 2 or permission
of instructor.
Course No. 4498
Course is designed to prepare students for the
Advanced Placement exam. Details of the C++ computer
language, good programming techniques, and problem
solving are emphasized.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN
BUSINESS 1
See Business Education for description
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION/ROTC GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS: 4 Semesters
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Uniform required
Course No. 5711
A full year course in instruction in team and
individual sports, weightlifting, dance, instruction
in team and individual sports activities. Emphasis in
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, physical fitness as it
contributes to improved physical health, study of bone
structure and major muscle groups, safety factors, and
School-to-Work goals and opportunities in physical
fitness, training, sports and related professional
careers.
ATHLETICS
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: 2.0 GPA and citizenship, approval by
Athletic Director, recommendation by coach, ASB card,
physician's approval, insurance, ethic and
transportation forms.
Course No. 5712
JROTC
1, 2; 3, 4; 5, 6; 7, 8
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Course No. 4501, 4503, 4505 & 4507
This developmental program features instruction In
American citizenship, leadership values and ethics,
human relations, decision-making and problem-solving,
techniques of communication, and drill and ceremonies.
BENEFITS: Improved self-image, discipline and
responsibility. Develop leadership and interpersonal
skills. Selective consideration for admission to
college scholarship and service academy programs.
Higher rank and pay to enlist. Receive PE credit.
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