Course Description Catalog 2020-2021

OUR MISSION

To be a quality educational system providing the resources for ALL students to reach their potential in mind, body and spirit.

OUR VISION

To be America’s benchmark for excellence in education

This High School Course Description Catalog describes Clovis Unified School District’s curricular offerings for the 2020-2021 school year. Using these resources and with the support of their parents and counselor, students will be able to design their course schedule for the upcoming school year. Clovis Unified students are encouraged to select classes that are both interesting and challenging to them. Students should select courses that will best prepare them for post-secondary experiences and options.

This catalog provides basic planning information, so students can develop their class schedule based upon post-high school goals. Included in this booklet are the current graduation requirements as well as UC/CSU admission requirements. Each high school counseling staff is ready to assist students and parents in the development of a personalized four-year plan that takes these factors into consideration.

The Clovis Unified School District’s commitment to parent involvement encourages and welcomes the continuous participation of parents during this planning process and throughout their student’s high school years. Parents are vital partners in their student’s high school success. Please call upon your school’s educational staff whenever you are in need of assistance.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

This school district/County Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CLOVIS UNIFIEDREQUIREMENTSFORGRADUATION.............................................................................................................................1 CLOVIS UNIFIEDCOLLEGEAND CAREERREADINESS................................................................................................................................2 XELLO.................................................................................................................................................................................................2 CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PATHWAYS...........................................................................................................................2 CENTER FOR ADVANCED RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY (CART) ...........................................................................................................3 CLOVIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (CCCAP).....................................................................................................3 DUAL ENROLLMENT & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................................3 UNIVERSITYOFCALIFORNIA(UC) CALIFORNIASTATE UNIVERSITY(CSU)REQUIREMENTSFORADMISSION.........................................4 2020/2021 CLOVIS UNIFIEDAPPROVEDA-G COURSES ..........................................................................................................................5 INTERSCHOLASTICSPORTS, CO-CURRICULAR& NCAAELIGIBILITYREQUIREMENTS .............................................................................8 ACADEMIC POLICIES FOR CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION ....................................................................8 INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS ..............................................................................................................................................................10 NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (NCAA)................................................................................................................11 FOUR-YEAR EDUCATIONALPLAN..........................................................................................................................................................12 ACADEMICPOLICIES.............................................................................................................................................................................13 CUSD COUNSELINGSERVICES ..............................................................................................................................................................16

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................................................................ 17

ART -PERFORMINGARTS.....................................................................................................................................................................18 DANCE..............................................................................................................................................................................................18 INSTRUMENTAL...............................................................................................................................................................................20 THEATER ARTS.................................................................................................................................................................................22 VOCAL PERFORMANCE....................................................................................................................................................................24 ART -VISUAL ARTS................................................................................................................................................................................27 ENGLISH ...............................................................................................................................................................................................32 ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT...................................................................................................................................................38 HEALTH ................................................................................................................................................................................................39 HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE...................................................................................................................................................................40 MATHEMATICS.....................................................................................................................................................................................46 PHYSICAL EDUCATION..........................................................................................................................................................................50 SCIENCE................................................................................................................................................................................................53 WORLDLANGUAGE..............................................................................................................................................................................60 ELECTIVES.............................................................................................................................................................................................66 SPECIAL PROGRAMS.............................................................................................................................................................................77 SPECIAL EDUCATION............................................................................................................................................................................81 CTE PATHWAYS....................................................................................................................................................................................82 CENTERFOR ADVANCEDRESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY .....................................................................................................................95 CART LABS........................................................................................................................................................................................96

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS.......................................................................................................................... 100

REQUIREDCOURSEWORK................................................................................................................................................................. 101 INTERVENTION COURSEWORK ......................................................................................................................................................... 102 HONORSCOURSEWORK.................................................................................................................................................................... 103 ELECTIVE COURSEWORK................................................................................................................................................................... 105 CHOIR............................................................................................................................................................................................ 109 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC ................................................................................................................................................................ 110

COURSE INDEX.............................................................................................................................................................................. 112

CLOVIS UNIFIED REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

IN ORDER TO GRADUATE FROM CLOVIS UNIFIED, STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE A TOTAL OF 230 CREDITS IN THE REQUIRED SUBJECT AREAS LISTED BELOW.
Required Subjects	Length of Time	Credits
	
English/Language Arts
	4 Years
	40

			
Mathematics
	Minimum of 2 Years in High School to include:
	20
	
	•	Math 1
		
	•	Math 2 or Foundations of Math 2

Science
	2 Years of Science to include:
	20
	
	•	1 Year of Physical Science
		
	•	1 Year of Biological Science

History/Social Science
	3 Years of History/Social Science to include:
	30
	
	•	1 Year of World History
		
	•	1 Year of United States History
		
	•	1 Semester of United States Government
		
	•	1 Semester of Economics

Health
	1 Semester of Health
	5

Physical Education
	4 Years of Physical Education to include:
	40
	
	•	2 Years of Core PE
		
	•	2 Years of PE Elective (Grades 11/12 Only)

Academic Breadth
	2 Years of Any Combination Listed Below:
	20
	
	•	World Language
		
	•	Visual/Performing Art
		
	•	CTE Course/Focus on College/Career Course
		
	OR
		
	•	1 Year of any of the Above Plus:
		
	o An additional year of Science (3rd Year)
		
	o An additional year of Math (3rd Year)
		
	o 1 Year of English or Math Intervention

Electives
	Any Additional Courses to complete the 230 Credit Requirement
	55

TOTAL CREDITS
		230

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Education:

•	After the completion of 2 years Core PE, PE may be waived if students are enrolled in CART, ROP/CTE, CCCAP, or ROTC, as long as they have passed the Physical Fitness Training (PFT) during their 9th/10th grade years.

•	Students who have successfully completed 2 years of Core PE and have an “impacted” schedule in their Junior/Senior year, may qualify for Directed Study PE.

Senior Schedule:

•	A Senior student must be enrolled in a minimum of FIVE courses, with at least two academic core classes during eachsemester.

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CLOVIS UNIFIED COLLEGEAND CAREER READINESS

XELLO

Xello is an online college, and/or career planning management system for 6th through 12th grade students, parents, teachers, and counselors. It also provides resource tools for College Research, Career Assessment, Scholarship Search, SAT Preparation, and Resumes. Some of the Program features:

•	Assessments: Matchmaker, Ability Profiler, Learning Styles, Personality •	Careers: Search for Careers, Career Selector, Military Careers
•	Education: Search for Colleges/Majors Compare Schools, School Selector, PlanningTimeline •	Financial Aid: Search, Selector, Federal Aid
•	Employment: Employments Guide, Job Search, Resume Builder

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PATHWAYS

Career Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to be a lifelong learner. CTE courses, programs and training focus on the technical and academic skills needed to attain and maintain high-skill, high-demand careers. A quality CTE experience offers opportunity for learning in Career Awareness, Career Exploration, and Career Readiness for students at a variety of grade levels.

Clovis Unified offers 20 different pathways with approximately 68 courses from the 13 career industry sectors. In addition to technical training and career foundations, these courses also offer a wide range of additional educational benefits, including critical thinking development, technical literacy, public speaking skills, leadership development, and planning/organizational skills. Qualifying courses and course instructors also offer dual enrollment college credits, industry certification, and internships for students.

Clovis Unified wants our students to be college and career ready. Students need to be prepared for any post-secondary education or training experience. They must also be able to effectively navigate pathways that connect education and employment to achieve a fulfilling, financially secure and successful career. (See CTE Section in this booklet for more detailed information).

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CENTER FOR ADVANCED RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY (CART)

CART offers a half-day program for juniors and seniors. Students choose a career-focused lab that offers integrated curriculum which is project-based, features community involvement and use of technology. Students work in groups and interact with mentors from the community, all while making progress toward college and /or career readiness. (Refer to the CART Section in this catalog for more detailed information.)

CLOVIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (CCCAP)

The Clovis Community College Advantage Program (CCCAP) will give students the opportunity to earn high school and college credit at the same time. This program allows students to get a “head start” in their college studies. The students begin their college journey by taking courses at the Clovis Community College in both the fall and spring semesters. Students will have an opportunity to complete two courses each semester. All these classes are transferrable to both the California State University and University of California systems. This special dual-credit program is open to a limited number of seniors from each high school.

The following requirements must be met in order to qualify for this special part-time educational enrichment student program:

•	2.5 or better cumulative grade point average

•	Approval of the high school principal and high school counselor •	Parent approval
•	Completed application approved by the CCCAP counselor at Clovis CommunityCollege.

DUAL ENROLLMENT & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Dual Enrollment (DE): Clovis Unified School District has been increasing Dual Enrollment opportunities for our students, meaning they will receive BOTH high school and college credit for taking the same class. Obviously, there is an advantage to graduating from high school with completed college units. These opportunities are generally free or low cost. Counselors will be able to determine eligibility requirements and also can explain the different paths. Some of the ways to earn dual enrollment are as follows:

•	English 1A
•	Clovis Community College Advantage Program (CCCAP) •	Several Courses within CTE pathways
•	Several Courses within CART Labs
•	Unitrack (Collaborative Program with CSU Fresno)

Enrichment: Qualified students may take college courses IN ADDITION to their regular high school coursework. Counselors will provide the qualifications, permission forms, and information needed to any student who would like to participate in enrichment.

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (UC) CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU) REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
The University of California consists of 9 undergraduate campuses located throughout the state. The minimum required GPA for the UC system is 3.0. Acceptance is based on a comprehensive review. Meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee acceptance. The California State University system has 23 campuses located throughout the state. Acceptance into the CSU system is based on eligibility index calculated using GPA and SAT or ACT scores. The minimum GPA for acceptance is 2.0 (2.4 for non-resident). Meeting the minimum

requirement does not guarantee acceptance.

ALL REQUIRED CLASSES MUST BE PASSED WITH A “C” OR BETTER AND MUST BE FOUND ON YOUR HIGH SCHOOL’S UC/CSU APPROVED COURSE A-G LIST.
Find Your School’s Approved A-G Course list at: https://hs-articulation.ucop.edu/agcourselist

REQUIRED A–G CATEGORIES

Category A: History/Social Science	2 years

Two years ofhistory/social science, including oneyearof worldhistory, cultures,and geography, oneyearof UShistory orone-halfyear of UShistory,and one-half year of civics or AmericanGovernment.

Category B: English	4 years

Fouryearsofcollege-preparatory Englishthatincludefrequentand regularwritingand reading ofclassicand modern literature. Nomorethan oneyearof ELD-type courses can be used to meet this requirement.

Category C: Mathematics	3 years (4 years recommended)

Three yearsofcollege-preparatorymathematics,that includesthetopicscovered in Math I,Math IIand Math III. Math coursestaken in theseventh andeighth grades may also beaccepted if found to be equivalent to HS math courses.

Category D: Laboratory Science	2 years (3 years recommended)

Twoyearsoflaboratoryscienceprovidingfundamentalknowledgeintwoofthesethreefoundationalsubjects:biology,chemistry,andphysics.Advanced laboratory science classes that have biology, chemistry, or physics as prerequisites and offer substantial additional material may be used to fulfill this requirement.

Category E: Language Other than English(World Languages)	2 years (3 years recommended)

Two years of the same language other than English. Courses should emphasize speaking and understanding, and include instruction in grammar, vocabulary, reading,composition,and culture.Coursesin languages otherthan Englishtaken in theseventh and eighth gradesmaybeused to fulfill part ofthis requirement if the high school accepts them as equivalent to its own courses.

Category F: Visual andPerforming Arts	1 year

A single year-long approved arts course from a single VAPA discipline: dance, drama/theater, music, or visual art.

Category G: College Preparatory Electives	1 year

One year (two semesters) in addition to those required in A-F above, chosen from the following areas: visual and performing arts (non-introductory level courses),history,socialscience,English,advanced mathematics,laboratoryscience,andlanguageotherthanEnglish (athird yearinthelanguageused forthe E requirement or two years of anotherlanguage).

SUBJECT	CUSD Graduation	Minimum A-G Course Requirement
	
History/Social Science
	3 years
	A - 2 years
	
English
	4 years
	B - 4 years
	
Math
	2 years
	C - 3 years through Math III
	
Science
	2 years
	D - 2 years including Biology, Chemistry or Physics
	
Language Other than English
	1 year
	E - 2 years
	
Visual/Performing Art
	1 year
	F - 1 year
	
Electives
	55 credits
	G - 1 year of G Elective – approved class
	
Health
	1 semester
		
Physical Education
	4 years

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2020/2021 CLOVISUNIFIED APPROVED A-G COURSES
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA / CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY

(HP indicates UC Honors Course)

(P indicates UC/CSU Approved Courses

A - HISTORY

Ag Government P American Culture P American Government P AP European History HP
AP Government & Politics HP AP Human Geography HP AP United States History HP AP World History HP
Engineering America: US History HP US History P
US History Honors HP* World Geography/Cultures P World History P
World History Honors HP*

B – ENGLISH

AP English Language & CompHP AP English Literature & Comp HP Bible as LiteratureP
College Comp & American Lit P Contemporary Cultural Lit & Comp P Contemporary Issues in Education HP Contemporary Issues in Literature P Composition Through Careers HP Creative Composition & Literature P CSU Expository Reading & Writing P English 9 P
English 9 Honors P English 10 P
English 11 P
English 11 Honors HP English 12 P
Exploring Child & Adolescent Literature HP

Expository English 12 Honors HP Film as Literature P
Honors English 10 HP Mythology & Science Fiction P Pre AP English P
Rhetoric and Composition P

World Lit & Composition P

C - MATHEMATICS

Advanced Math P AP Calculus AB HP AP Calculus BC HP AP Statistics HP
Financial Math P Math 1 P
Math 2 P
Math 2 Honors P Math 3 P
Math 3 Honors P
Statistics and Probability P

D - LABORATORY SCIENCE

Adv Interdisciplinary Science for Sustainable Ag HP Advanced Science Topics P
Ag Biology P

Allied Health Science P Allied Health Science 2 P Anatomy & Physiology P AP Biology HP
AP Chemistry HP

AP Environmental Science HP AP Physics 1 HP
AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism HP AP Physics C: Mechanics HP
Biological Links to Energy Environment P Biology Honors P
Biology & Sustainable Ag P Botany P
Chemistry P

Chemistry & Agriscience P Chemistry Honors AB P Chemistry Honors AB HP
Chemistry & Environmental Engineering: Water We Doing? P Environmental Research & Technology P
Environmental Sustainability P

Geology P
Integrated Physical Science P
Honors Environmental Sustainability HP

Neuroscience P

Physical Forensics Science P Physics P
Physics & Technology P Zoology P

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E - LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE)

AP Chinese Language & Culture HP AP French Language & Culture HP AP German Language & Culture HP AP Spanish Language & Culture HP AP Spanish Literature & Culture HP Chinese 1 P
Chinese 2P Chinese 3P Chinese 4P French 1P French 2P French 3P French 4P German 1 P German 2 P German 3 P Hmong 1 P Hmong 2 P Hmong 3 P
Hmong Native Speakers 1P

Latin 1 P Latin 2 P Spanish 1 P Spanish 2 P
Spanish 2 Honors P Spanish 3 P Spanish 3 Honors P Spanish 4 P
Spanish/Native Speakers 1 P Spanish/Native Speakers 2 P

F - VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

Advanced Band P Advanced Orchestra P

Advanced Studies in Media Communication Design P Advanced Technical Theater P
Advanced 3-Dimensional Art Studies P AP Art History HP
AP Music Theory HP

AP Studio Art: Drawing HP Art 1 P
Art 2 P Art 3P
Art and Design P Beginning Band P Beginning Broadcasting P Beginning Orchestra P
Building Information Modeling P

Ceramics 1 P Ceramics 2 P Ceramics 3 P Chamber Singers P

Concert Choir P Dance 1 P
Dance 2 P
Dance Repertory P

Digital Filmmaking P Digital Photography P
Digital Video Production and Broadcasting P Drama 1 P
Drama 2 P

Drama 2 Technical Theater P Drama 3 P
Drama 4 P Folklórico Dance I P Folklórico Dance II P
Folklórico Dance III P Graphic Design P
Honors Advanced Band P Intermediate Band P Introduction to Design 1, 2 P
Introduction to Digital Photography P Introduction to Musical Theatre P* Jazz Band P
Mixed Choir P

Multi-Cultural Studio Art P Photography 1 P Photography 2 P Photography 3 P Sculpture/3-D Design P Soprano Alto Choir P Soprano Alto Ensemble P Tenor/Bass Choir P

The Art and History of Floral Design P
The Art of Music Production & Engineering P

Three-Dimensional Design 2 P Videography P
Videography, Animation, & Multimedia P Vocal Ensemble 1 P
Vocal Ensemble 2 P

Vocal Ensemble 3 P

G - ELECTIVE COURSES

Advanced Floral Design P Advanced Topics in Medicine P Advanced Topic in Biomedicine 1 P
Advanced Topic in Medical Research P Ag Earth Science P
Agricultural Engineering II P

Allied Health & Medical Wellness P

AP Computer Science HP

AP Computer Science Principles HP AP Macroeconomics HP
AP Microeconomics HP AP Psychology HP
Art History P AVID 9 P
AVID 10 P AVID 11 P AVID 12 P Biochemistry P

Bioengineering P

Business and Financial Services Internship P Careers in Child Development P
Careers in Education P CDE Animal Science P
Culinary Arts and Management P Cybersecurity 1: ICT Essentials P Digital Arts P
Economics A P

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Economics of Marketing and Advertising P Energy Technology with Industry Applications P Engineering 1 P
Engineering 2 P
Entrepreneurship and Marketing P Financial Literacy P
Food Science P
Food Science and Nutrition P

Forensics P

Forensics Research & Biotechnology P Global Economics & Finance P
Honors Computer Integrated Manufacturing HP Honors Engineering Design and Development HP Honors Introduction to Engineering Design HP Honors Principles of Engineering HP
Hospitality Management P Interactive Game Design P Introduction to Business P
Introduction to Emergency Medical Responders P Introduction to Engineering Design P
Introduction to Finance P Journalism P
Law & Order/Public Policy P Medical Health Careers P Money & Banking P
MultiCraft Core Curriculum: Building Scaled Structures HP Plant Production Management P
Product Development P Psychology P
Psychology & Human Behavior P Research Methods in Psychology P Rehabilitation Therapy & Careers P Sociology P
Sports Medicine P
Topics and Global Economics and Finance P Veterinary Science P

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INTERSCHOLASTICSPORTS, CO-CURRICULAR & NCAA ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC POLICIES FOR CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION

The Clovis Unified School Board establishes the following standards with the intention that any student participating in a co-curricular or extracurricular activity, grades 7-12, will maintain a grade point average for all classes and minimum progress toward high school graduation that demonstrates satisfactory course work. Each school site is directed to develop a plan to provide monitoring and assistance to individual students in order to satisfy these standards. The adoption of this policy concurrently satisfies the requirements of the California Education Code (Section 35160.5) and the California Interscholastic Federation (Bylaw 205).

Grade Point Average Requirement

A student must earn at least a 2.0 grade point average in all enrolled classes for the prior grading period in order to participate in co-curricular activities. A student who fails to achieve at least a 2.0 grade point average will be placed on probation for the current grading period provided the student complies with the school’s tutorial assistance program. A student who does not achieve at least a 2.0 grade point average during the probationary period shall not be allowed to participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities in the subsequent grading period.

Progress Toward Graduation

The following number of accumulated units toward high school graduation will be the standard for minimum achievement and continuing eligibility.

Sophomore, Fall Semester
	55 units
	
Sophomore, Spring Semester
	80 units

Junior, Fall Semester
	
110 units
	
Junior, Spring Semester
	135 units

Senior, Fall Semester
	
165 units
	
Senior, Spring Semester
	195 units

A student who does not accumulate the required number of units toward high school graduation may be placed on probation for the current semester. A student who does not achieve the necessary number of units by the end of the probationary semester shall not be allowed to participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities in the following semester.

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Written Notification

The school will provide written notification whenever a student is placed on probation or becomes ineligible for co-curricular and/or extracurricular participation under the standards of this policy.

School’s Tutorial Assistance Program

The school site program must include a minimum of two hours of tutorial assistance (study table) at the intermediate school level and three hours at the high school level per week. Progress checks and parent communication should be included on a regular basis.

Summer School

Summer school grades may be combined with grades from the last grading period in computing the grade point average to determine eligibility for the first grading period of the next school year.

End of Grading Period/Semester

A school must declare students eligible, ineligible, or on probation on the same day following the close of the previous grading period. This date should be set to allow for accuracy in the issuance of grades and the determination of grade point averages.

Intermediate to High School

Grades earned during the last grading period of the eighth grade must be used to determine probation/eligibility for the first grading period of the ninth grade. Performance in Summer School may determine student placement in some High School courses and eligibility in co-curricular programs.

Transfer Students

A transfer student is subject to all the conditions of the grade point average requirement. If a transfer student is below the standards for accumulated units toward high school graduation, a school can implement a probationary period if the following conditions are met:

1.	A written plan of coursework for the student to catch up on credits within twelve months (or the graduation ceremony for a senior) is developed. The plan is to be submitted to the Area Assistant Superintendent for approval.

2.	The student must attend the Tutorial Assistance Program (weekly studytable).

3.	The student must circulate a progress report every two weeks. The report must show passing grades in all classes for an additional two weeks probation with at least a 2.0 grade pointaverage.

4.	 The sequence of two-week probationaryperiods can be granted up through the twelve months of the education plan if conditions (2) and (3) are satisfied.

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INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS

Clovis Unified School District offers a wide range of interscholastic sports at all of our 5 comprehensive high schools as well as some of our alternative high schools and encourages all students to participate in interscholastic sports and extracurricular activities. Each athlete must meet the district eligibility standards and agree to the Student Athlete Code of Ethics. No student may participate in athletics with a grade point average lower than 2.0.

Fall Sports

High School
	
Intermediate
	
Student Football
	Student Football
	
Boys Cross Country
	Boys Cross Country
	
Girls Cross Country
	Girls Cross Country
	
Girls Volleyball
	Girls Volleyball
	
Girls Tennis
	Girls Tennis
	
Boys Water Polo
	Boys Water Polo
	
Girls Water Polo
	Girls Water Polo
	
Girls Golf
	Girls Golf
	
Girls Gymnastics

Winter Sports

High School
	
Intermediate
	
Student Wrestling
	Student Wrestling
	
Boys Basketball
	Boys Basketball
	
Girls Basketball
	Girls Basketball
	
Boys Soccer
	Boys Soccer
	
Girls Soccer
	Girls Soccer
	
	Girls Gymnastics

Spring Sports

High School
	
Intermediate
	
Student Baseball
	Student Baseball
	
Softball
	Softball
	
Boys Track
	Boys Track
	
Girls Track
	Girls Track
	
Boys Volleyball
	Boys Volleyball
	
Boys Swimming/Diving
	Boys Swimming/Diving
	
Girls Swimming/Diving
	Girls Swimming/Diving
	
Girls Badminton
	Girls Badminton
	
Boys Tennis
	Boys Tennis
	
Boys Golf
	Boys Golf

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NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (NCAA)

DO YOU PLAN TO BE A COLLEGE ATHLETE?

Students planning to enroll in college as a freshman and play sports for a Division I or II school, must be deemed academically qualified by the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center. The Center ensures consistent interpretation of NCAA initial eligibility requirements for all prospective student athletes at all member institutions.

Obtaining complete information regarding athletic eligibility at the college level is the responsibility of the parent and student/athlete. Information is available online at www.ncaa.org. Applications are available online. Students should start this process in the spring of their junior year of high school. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure the NCAA Eligibility Center has the following documents it needs to certify a student/athlete:

•	A completed online Eligibility Center Application

•	An “official” transcript sent directly from every high school attended

•	ACT or SAT scores (students should request their scores be sent directly from College Board or ACT to the Eligibility Center)

To be eligible, students must do thefollowing:

•	Graduate from high school

•	Complete the 16 core courses (see chart below)

•	Present a minimum grade point average (GPA) in those core courses •	Present a qualifying test score on either ACT or SAT

Listed below are the 16 core courses needed to qualify for either Division 1 or Division II colleges.	For further information regarding required GPA and ACT/SAT test scores, or any other questions - go towww.ncaa.org.

Required Core Courses	Division I	Division II
	
English
		4 years
		3 years

			
Mathematics (Math I or higher)
	3 years
	2 years
	
Science (natural/physical)
(1-year lab science required)
		
2 years
		
2 years

			
Social Science
	2 years
	2 years

Additional English, Math or Natural/Physical Science
		
1 year
		
3 years

			
Additional courses (Any area listed above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)
		4 years
		4 years

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CUSD Requ
Requirements

FOUR-YEAR

Name

EDUCATIONALPLAN

Date 	

This worksheet is designed to help a student develop a personalized educational program that will not only meet graduation requirements but also help maximize options and opportunities after graduation.

My Post-High School Educational Goals are:

My Career Interests are:

FOUR-YEAR PLANNING GUIDE
	
SUBJECT
	9th Grade (6courses)
	10thGrade (6 courses)
	11thGrade (6courses)
	12thGrade (6courses)
	
History/ Social Science
	Health /Elective
	World History / AP World History
	U.S. History / AP US History
	Gov-Econ
AP Gov AP Econ

English
	English /
Honors English 9
	English /
Honors English 10
	English/
AP Language & Composition
	English/
AP Literature & Composition
	
Mathematics
	Math 1
	Math 2
	Math 3
		
Science
	Bio/Bio Honors
	Chem/Chem Honors
	Physics/Anatomy AP Science
		
Language Other Than English (LOTE)
					
Visual & Performing Arts
					
P.E.
	PE Core
	PE Core
	PE Elective
	PE Elective
	
CTE Pathway/Electives

SUBJECT – irements	CUSD Graduation	A to G Requirements for UC/CSU
	
History/Social Science
	3 years
	A - 2 years
	
English
	4 years
	B - 4 years
	
Math
	2 years
	C - 3 years through Math 3, 4 recommended
	
Science
	2 years
	D - 2 years including Biology, Chemistry or Physics
	
Language Other Than English
(LOTE)
	1 year
	E - 2 years, 3 recommended
	
Visual/Performing Arts
	1 year
	F - 1 year
	
Electives
	55 credits
	G - 1 year of G Elective approved class
	
Health
	1 semester
		
Physical Education
	4 years

Clovis Unified believes that homework serves many important purposes and is a reinforcement of classroom learning. Students should plan to spend a minimum of one-half hour per night, per class, on homework in an environment free from distraction. Students enrolled in AP classes may have more than one-half hour of homework per night and should carefully plan their schedule and selection of courses, accordingly.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES Changing, Adding, and Dropping Courses

CUSD Counselors and Administrators have dedicated significant efforts to ensure students are enrolled in the most appropriate courses upon consideration of the student’s post-secondary goals. Prior to selecting their courses, each student has met with a teacher from each academic discipline to discuss individual course recommendations.

Additionally, counselors have given classroom presentations detailing both graduation requirements and college admissions requirements/expectations to assist students in selecting the most appropriate schedules based on their individual pursuits. Finally, counselors meet one-on-one with each student to review their course selection. Significant Master Schedule and Staffing decisions have been made based on Spring course selection of CUSD students. Please check with your individual Counseling Departments for their procedures on Changing, Adding, and Dropping Courses.

Course Identification

•	(P) Courses: These courses are considered College Preparatory. They have been approved through the UC/CSU system and are placed in the appropriate category on the school’s A-Glist.

•	Honors Courses: Most Honors courses are also designated witha (P).	The course is meant to be more rigorous than the regular course.

•	UC Approved Honors Courses: Courses identified with an (HP) are approved as UC/CSU Honors courses and will receive an extra grade point in their GPA.

•	AP Courses: Clovis Unified currently has 25 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, which are also identified as (HP).	The curriculum is designated by College Board and arevery rigorous.	If passed with a C or better, students will receive an extra grade point weight in their GPA.

Early Graduation: Students may graduate early provided they complete the following steps

•	 Petition for early graduation (Board Policy 3209) before October 1st of the last year of intended high school attendance. (See Counselor for assistance)

•	Complete all CUSD required academic core courses required for graduation. •	Complete 30-35 credits of PE including 20 credits of Core PE.
•	Have no outstanding obligations or fees from CUSD or any school from which theytransferred.

Finals Policy

Each high school will follow the policy specific to their campus. Please consult with site student handbook.

Impacted Schedule

Participation in Band, Color Guard, Choir, Drama, Forensics, Leadership, Peer Counseling, AVID, JROTC, CTE Pathways, CCCAP Program, and/or Advanced Placement (AP) classes may “impact” a student’s schedule – creating the need to find room intheir schedule. Samples of an Impacted Schedule (Administrative Regulation 3207) are listed below:

•	5 AP courses in a full 6-course schedule. •	4 AP courses in a 5-course schedule.
•	1 AP course with a full 6-course schedule and special approval from student’s LearningDirector. •	5 College prep - P courses meeting University of California (UC) “A-G” requirements.

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Incomplete Grade (INC)

A semester incomplete (INC) grade may be issued by a teacher, with administrative approval, when a student has not completed the course requirements due to an extended absence or extenuating circumstances. The student will have up to six weeks to complete the required work and receive a passing grade. An incomplete grade not resolved by that time will be changed to an F.

Maximum Credit Guidelines

•	A regular schedule consists of six classes (30 credits per semester).

•	Students may take additional credits per semester through a combination of regular schedule, CART, CTE, credit recovery, etc., with counselor permission.

•	Students may request to take up 45 credits with Site approval.

•	Credits beyond 45 per semester require District Administrative approval.

Repeating a Course

A student may petition to improve a D or F grade by repeating the course through credit recovery or summer school, with their Counselor’s permission

•	A grade of C or higher may not be repeated.

•	A course may not be repeated if a more advanced course in the same subject area has beentaken.

•	 Grades received for the repeated course will appear on the transcript (higher or lower) and will be calculated into the GPA. The original attempt will appear on the transcript with a 0 in the attempted & earned credit columns.

•	 A student who repeats a course will not be considered for Valedictorian at graduation if the revised GPA is 4.0.

Report Cards

Three report cards are issued per semester - at six weeks, at twelve weeks, and at eighteen weeks. All report cards, (six & twelve-week progress/deficiency grade reports and 18-week (semester) grades) will be communicated to parents/guardians.

Summer School

•	 Students who meet the qualifications can take up to 10 credits in Summer School, with the exception of incoming Seniors. They can take up to 15 credits in Summer School.

•	Students who received a D or F in English, Math or PE Core must make up the grade in SummerSchool in a 4-day week Face-to-Face Class.

•	 Students may take a maximum of 1 year of PE Elective for original credit during the Summer before their Junior or Senior year.

•	Students may take only 1 year of Social Scie3nce for original credit in SummerSchool.

•	Students can make up a grade of D or F only. Grades of C or above maynot be repeated in Summer School.

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Transcript Information

•	Transcript Information Class Rank (ranked after 7th Semester): This is an optional field on the student transcript that may be included/excluded for college applications based upon student/parent preferences. The Governing Board acknowledges the usefulness of and authorizes a system of computing grade point averages and class ranking. The objectives are to: (1) provide information for school and district awards, and (2) provide employers and institutions of higher learning a predictive device so students are placed in the appropriate environment conducive to success. The Governing Board recognizes the value of curricular subjects and wishes to honor many students for their academic success. Therefore, class rank shall be computed by the grades earned in Board-approvedcourses.

•	 A student’s grade point average and both a non-weighted and weighted class rank (OPTIONAL) shallbe entered on the student record and shall be subject to the Governing Board’s policy on release of student records. The weighted class rank is provided as a service to assist students in college admission but is not used within the CUSD system to identify Valedictorian or Salutatorian status. A weighted class rank may be used by individual high school sites to identify students for special awards ofdistinction.

•	 Computing Grade Point Average: A student receives five semester credits or units for each class during a semester in which a passing grade (A, B, C, D, P) is earned. No credit is awarded at the six-week or twelve-week report cards. Grades at those times are progress reports to the student and parent. The cumulative grade point average is computed by awarding grade points (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) for all classes with the exception that the scale (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=1) is used for classes that the District submits to the University of California for the awarding of an extra grade point (Advanced Placement courses). The class rank for graduating seniors is based upon the cumulative grade point average for seven semesters.

•	Parchment: Through Parchment, CUSD students now have the ability to request their transcripts be sent electronically.	Check with your high school Counselor or Registrar for the procedure.

Withdraw Fail (WF)

A student may initiate the dropping of a class, without penalty, until the end of the fourth week of each

semester. After that date, withdrawal may result in a “WF” grade on the student’s transcript that will be computed in their overall GPA, as an F.

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CUSD COUNSELING SERVICES

CUSD School Counselors are dedicated to helping every student reach their academic, career and personal/social goals. Counselors work closely with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to assure that all students have the best opportunity to be successful in high school and beyond. Counselors maintain an “open door policy” for students and are typically available to meet with students before and after school as well as during lunch.

Guidance Curriculum – Classroom guidance lessons are designed to assist students in achieving the desired competencies and to provide all students with the knowledge and skills appropriate for their development level. The guidance curriculum is presented systematically through 7-12 classroom and group activities.

Individual Student Planning - School Counselors coordinate ongoing systematic activities designed to assist students individually in establishing personal goals and developing future plans.

Responsive Services – Responsive services are activities that address individual students’ immediate needs, usually necessitated by life events or situations and conditions in the students’ lives. These needs require counseling, consultation, referral, peer helping, or information.

Individual Student Academic Planning * Course Registration * Graduation and College Requirements * Classroom Guidance Lessons * College and Career Exploration * Workshops * Student and Parent Information Nights * Test Administration and Interpretation * Financial Aid and Scholarship Information * Short Term Counseling and Referrals for Academic and Personal Support Services * Collaboration with Families, Teachers, Administrators, and Community.

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HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

LEGEND

Year-long Course
		
BHS
		Buchanan High School
		AB

CEHS
	
Clovis East High School
	
A
	
Semester Course

CHS
		
Clovis High School
		
(P)
		
Meets UC/CSU Admissions Requirement

				

CNHS
	
Clovis North High School
	
(P*)
	
Pending UC/CSU Admissions Approval

CWHS
		
Clovis West High School
		
(HP)
		
UC/CSU Honors Course – Receives Extra Grade Weight

				

CCDS
	
Clovis Community Day School
	
(H)
	
Clovis Unified Honors Course

COS
	
Clovis Online School
	
CTE
	
Career Technical Education Course

E
	
Enterprise High School
	
CART
	
Center for Advanced Research and Technology Course

GHS
	
Gateway High School
	
ROP
	
Regional Occupational Program Course (2 periods)

DE
	
Dual Enrollment

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ART - PERFORMING ARTS

DANCE

Band / Color Guard AB	Course # 88220

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course Audition
BHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

DanceColor Guard AB exposes studentsto skillsin a widevariety ofdanceareas such asballet,jazz,and modern,as wellasteachesstudentsto coordinate bodymovementthroughdancewiththemanipulation ofspecialized equipment. Dailyemphasisisplaced onstretching,flexibility,and strengthconditioning warm-ups to improvedance skills and enhance coordination, grace, and balance.

Dance 1 AB (P)		Course # 11307 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Students must have completed 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS, CWHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts Departments. It is designed to develop basic technique, confidence in expression, and build an appreciation for a wide variety of dance forms (i.e. jazz, modern, ballet, musical theater, social, etc.)

Dance 2 AB (P)		Course # 11308 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Dance 1 AB or permission of instructor; a “C” average in PE and must have completed 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduationrequirements.
CEHS, CHS

Thisisan elective within thePhysicalEducation and Performing Arts Department. It isdesigned forthecontinuingstudent whohascompleted Dance1 AB (or enterwithpermission ofinstructorbased on strongdancebackground,desiresmorein-depthknowledgeofdance.) Therewill bea strong emphasisonthe elements of choreography, presentation, and criticalanalysis.

Dance Repertory AB (P)		Course # 11309 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

10-12
Year Course
Audition by instructor; A/B average in PE and must have completed 10 units of Core A and Core B Physical Education to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts Department. It is designed to work at an advanced level to build upon and refine techniques,styles,and theiroverallknowledge regardingtheart andheritageofdance. Therewillbeastrong emphasison performance,touring,and college and career opportunities.

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Folklórico Dance I AB (P)		Course # 88202 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
None for Performing Arts Credit. Students must have completed 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS, CWHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts department. This course is designed to expose students to the history and Mexican culture through music and dance. The class introduces students to the basic skills necessary to learn Mexican Folklórico dance. Students will learn basic performing skills. Instruction will be provided in the aesthetic, cultural, and historical dimensions of Mexican folkloric dance tradition. Each year a specific repertoireofdancesfromvariousregionsofgreaterMexico will betaught inpreparation forpublicperformancesboth on and offcampus. Folklórico DanceI AB is a beginning level course that builds upon and refines technique, styles, and students’ overall knowledge regarding the production, art and heritage of Folklóricodance. There will bea strong emphasis on student directed lecture/demonstrations,performances, and touring.

Folklórico Dance II AB (P)		Course # 88203 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
None for Performing Arts Credit. Students must have completed 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS, CWHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts departments. This course will continue to develop students’ knowledge of the history and Mexican culture, through music and dance. Students will be exposed to intermediate skills necessary to learn Mexican Folklórico dance. Instruction in the aesthetic, cultural, and historical dimensions of Mexican folkloric dance tradition will be emphasized. A specific repertoire of dances from Mexico will be taught. Folklórico Dance II AB builds upon and refines technique, styles, and overall knowledge regarding the production, art and heritage of Folklórico dance. There will be a strong emphasis on student directed lecture/demonstrations, performances, and touring. College/career opportunities will be explored.

Folklórico Dance III AB (P)		Course # 88204 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Audition by instructor. Students must have completed 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS, CWHS

Thisisan elective withinthePhysicalEducation and Performing Artsdepartments. Thiscourseisdesigned to expand students’knowledgeofthehistoryand Mexican culture, through its music and dance. Students will learn the advanced skills necessary to learn Mexican Folklórico dance. Students will learn advancedperformingskillsemphasizingaesthetic,cultural,andhistoricaldimensionsofMexican folkloricdancetradition.Aspecific repertoireofdanceswill be taught to prepare students for community performances. Folklórico Dance III AB builds upon and refines technique, style, and overall knowledge regardingtheproduction,artand heritageofFolklóricodance.There willbeastrongemphasison studentdirected lecture/demonstrations,performances,and touring. College/career opportunities will beexplored.

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INSTRUMENTAL

Certain electivemusiccoursesincludea prerequisitetoparticipateinMarchingBand asaco-curricularevent.Whileeach student’sgradeisdetermined solely by their merit in the curricular class, participation in the co-curricular program is required to remain in these particular elective courses. Please see the lead music director or counselor at your site for moreinformation.

AP Music Theory AB (HP)	Course # 88320 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Ability to read Music. Adequate proficiency on musical instrument and/or voice. Entrance evaluation required. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS

Thecomplete studyofMusic Theory as it reflectsthe generaloutlineof a first-yearcollegeMusic Theory course. Thestudy ofMusic Theory will focuson a student’sability to recognize,understand and describethe basicprocesses ofmusic that are eitherheard or seen in written form in a score.

Chamber Orchestra AB (P*)	Course # 88F07 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

10-12
Year Course
Two years of experience playing in String Orchestra, Concert Orchestra, or a similar ensemble. Exceptions can be made if a student is able to demonstrate the advanced skills required for the course through an audition process. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Chamber Orchestra is an advanced group of musicians with at least two years of experience playing in String Orchestra, Concert Orchestra, or a similar ensemble. This course is designed to give students a strong understanding of music theory and utilize it throughout the course (major and minor scales, circle of fifths, key signatures). Students will gain a clearer understanding of the relationships between music theory, history, and cultural context through research and analysis. In the Chamber Orchestra, students will attain musical leadership skills and independence through solo and chamber music performances. They will also understand and use performance evaluation and analysis skills to write critically constructive personal and peer evaluations.

Concert Band AB (P*)		Course # 88F08 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Concert Band is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 1-year experience on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument (Examples: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Rhythm Instruments).
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Concert Band is a year-long Beginning-Intermediate level course that is open to students in 9th-12th grade interested in participating in a wind ensemble through performance and academic content. It is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 1-year experience on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument (Examples: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Rhythm Instruments). Music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are components of this class. Concert Band will perform at concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

Concert Orchestra AB (P*)	Course # 88F09 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Concert Orchestra is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years of experience on an orchestra string instrument (violin, viola, cello, and bass). Students who have successfully completed the String Orchestra or they may audition for admission into the course.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Concert Orchestra is a year-long Intermediate-Advanced level performing ensemble for students in 9th-12th grade interested in participating in a string ensemble through performance and academic content. It is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years of experience on a string instrument (violin, viola, cello, and bass). String music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are components of this class. Concert Orchestra will perform at concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

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Honors Advanced Band AB (P)	Course # 88024 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Advanced Band and/or audition. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS

HonorsAdvancedBand continuestheinstrumentalcurriculumasacollegepreparatorycourseofstudy.Standardsofindividualinstrumenttechniqueand coordination with other instruments are at the highest level. Advanced music theory, history, cultural relationships, and selected literature are covered. Performancesand after-school rehearsalsarerequired. Participation in thepreparation of HonorGroup Material, Solos,and Ensemblesare required.

Jazz Band AB (P)		Course # 88313 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in band/orchestra course, audition. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

JazzBand ABisan instrumentalmusic ensemble. Studentswillstudyadvanced jazztechniques,performancepracticesand style, and formasit relatesto various idioms of selected jazz music. This ensemble will present a number of performances for the general public. Homework will include practice preparation.

Marimba Band AB	Course # 88214

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission of instructor. CHS

MarimbaBand ABisdesignedtoexplorevarioustypesofMexican musicand Latin influenced music. Studentslearn aboutmusicalarrangements,blendingof sounds, musical interpretation, and develop skillsnecessary for performance situations.

String Orchestra AB (P*)		Course # 88F10 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
String Orchestra is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 1-year experience on an orchestra string instrument (violin, viola, cello, and bass).
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

String Orchestra is a year-long Beginning-Intermediate level performing ensemble open to students in 9th-12th grade interested in participating in a string ensemble through performance and academic content. It is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 1-year experience on an orchestra string instrument (violin, viola, cello, and bass). String music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are components of this class. String Orchestra will perform at concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of this class.

Symphonic Band AB (P*)                                                             Course # 88F11 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Symphonic Band is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years of experience on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument (Examples: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Rhythm Instruments). Students who have successfully completed the Concert Band Class may participate in Symphonic Band or they may audition for admission into the Course.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Symphonic Band is a year-long Intermediate-Advanced level course that is open to students in 9th-12th grades interested in participating in a wind ensemble through performance and academic content. It is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years of experience on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument (Examples: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Rhythm Instruments). Music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are components of this class. Symphonic Band will perform at concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

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Wind Symphony AB (P*)		Course # 88F12 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Two years Concert Band, Symphonic Band, or a similar ensemble. Exceptions can be made if a student is able to demonstrate the advanced skills required for the course through an audition process.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Wind Symphony is an advanced group of musicians with at least two years of experience playing in Concert Band or Symphonic Band (or a similar ensemble). This course is designed to give students a strong understanding of music theory and utilize it throughout the course (major and minor scales, circle of fifths, key signatures). Students will gain a clearer understanding of the relationships between music theory, history, and cultural context through research and analysis. In the Wind Symphony, students will attain musical leadership skills and independence through solo and chamber music performances. They will also understand and use performance evaluation and analysis skills to write critically constructive personal and peer evaluations.

THEATER ARTS

Advanced Technical Theater (P)

(Refer to CTE Performing Arts Pathway)

Drama 1 AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Course # 83F01

Course # 88323

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Drama 1AB is an introductory course designed to develop basic acting skills while providing the student with a background in theatre arts. Students in this class will perform memorized scenes from published plays and develop their own improvised scenes. Historical perspective and analysis will also be covered, and students will learn to analyze and assess the aesthetic and technical properties of their own work as well as recognized artists.

Drama 2 AB (P)		Course # 88311 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Drama 1 AB with “B” or higher, or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Drama2AB is anintermediatelevelcoursedesigned tobuildupon skillslearnedin Drama1AB. Emphasis willbeplaced on moreadvanced actingtechniques such as acting styles, monologues, and character development. Work will also include non-acting skills such as playwriting, play analysis and elements of design.

Drama 2 Technical Theater Arts AB (P)	Course # 88F02 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-11
Year Course
Drama 1 AB with “B” or higher, or permission of instructor. BHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thestudent willstudyand applytheprinciplesofgroupdynamicsand collaboration duringthepre-production throughpostproductionprocess ofTheatrical Production.ThiscourseprovidesinstructioninimplementationoftheatricaldesignsforSets,Lights,Sound,Properties,Costumes,andMake-up.Studentsalso study the historical development of technical theater from the Greeks through Modern Theater and analytical and close reading techniques necessary to interpret dramatic literature to identifythemes and visual elementsinherent in the text.

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Drama 3 AB (P)                                                                              Course # 88312 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Drama 2 AB with “B” or higher, or permission of instructor Drama 3AB is an advanced class, including directing and design.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Drama 3AB is an advanced class, including directing and design.

Drama 3 Technical Theater AB	Course # 88F03

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year course
A grade of B or higher in Drama 2 Technical Theater Arts or 80% or higher on an entrance exam. CNHS

Drama 3 Technical Theater teaches the process of script analysis for design, development of a design concept & statement, steps to creating the design documents from rendering to cost breakdown, collaborative skills, and team management. This course is for those students who are interested in becoming designers and team leaders within the Technical Theater Arts world. Creation of design portfolio, model and mock-up process, and how to work with and lead teams of your peers are all included in this class. You will be invited to participate in Technical Theater competitions.

Drama 4 AB (P)		Course # 88314 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
Drama 3 AB (P) with “B” or higher or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Drama 4 AB will involve advanced work in acting, building on the skills and techniques developed in previous course work, and will encourage the development of effective creative expression and leadership ability in Theatre Arts. Areas of study may include advanced work in characterization, motivation, character analysis, stage movement and gestures, and use of body and voice in theatrical production.

Introduction to Musical Theatre (P*)	Course # 88F06 Pending UC Approval, A-G “F” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
Must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in Drama 2, as well as concurrently enrolled in a choir class. CNHS

This course is designed to introduce actors to the fundamentals of Musical Theatre. Students enrolled in this course will develop their knowledge of the historical and social significance of musical theater as well as study the lineage of the American Musical from opera to present day. Actors will practice and apply myriad components of musical theater performance including vocabulary, audition techniques, vocal health, styles of dance, genres of music, and sharpeningtheiroverallstorytelling andperformance skills. Actors willbeintroduced to thefundamentalsofmusictheoryand sight singing;a crucialpart of professionalmusicaltheatreperformance. Actorswilldeveloptheirvocalandphysicalexpressionastheyanalyze,rehearse,andperformrolesfromavariety ofBroadway musicals. Students willdevelop theircreative expression and an appreciation fortheaestheticvalueoftheatre,and they will beabletoconnect it to othersubjectsand art forms,building theirconfidenceacrossthecurriculum and specifically in finearts. Forallsummativeassessments, students willtake on different roles as performers, directors, and choreographers for scenes presented in class and for the public. The course will culminate in a prepared community cabaretperformance.

Performing Arts AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Performing Arts Pathway)

Stagecraft AB

Course # R8010

Course # 88017

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-11-12 Year Course
Permission of instructor and passing safety test. CEHS, CHS

Stagecraft AB willfocusonbasic skills oftheaterstagecraft throughinvolvementinthepreparation for,andproduction ofplays. Studentswillbeexpected to help constructand paint sceneryand props, design and operatelighting and sound equipment. Someafter schooland eveningrehearsals maybescheduled.

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The Art of Music Production and Engineering (P)	Course # 77F07 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
BHS

This course is designed to introduce students to the techniques, background, art, and science of digital audio recording. Through the use of individual project-based assignments and group hands-on instruction students will gain experience in computer-based studio recording, live recording, sound reinforcement, and audio production elements such as mixing, editing, and mastering. Additionally, students will be continually exposed to a variety of musical styles, genres, and cultures, as well as listening techniques such as balance, blend, and intonation in order to gain an appreciation for varied musical art forms and to develop a discerning ear. Other topics include foundational music theory, the physics of acoustics, and exposure to and mastery of musical, aesthetic, and technical terminology. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to enroll in Advanced Placement Music Theory and become qualified to pass the Pro Tools 101 Exam, the first step towards Pro Tools certification.

VOCAL PERFORMANCE

Chamber Singers AB (P)		Course # 88308 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in another choral class; permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

ChamberSingers ABisoffered forstudentswith exceptionaltalentand musicalability. Theirperformanceskillsarefurtherdeveloped in ahighly select group that serves as school representativetovarious community groups.

Concert Choir AB (P)		Course # 88309 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Prior choral class; audition and permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Concert Choir AB is for the highly motivated and musically talented student. The ensemble is capable of performing at the highest level of proficiency. Studentswillshowcontinuousevidenceofabilitytoutilizeindependentstudy andpractice. Rehearsaland publicperformance,both inand out ofschooltime, are considered part of this course. This willbe the representative choral performing group forthe individual school.

Mixed Choir 1 AB (P)		Course # 88326 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission ofinstructor. BHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

Mixed Choir 1 AB is an entry level vocal group for boys and girls at the high school. It is a training choir which will prepare students for advancement to other performing groups at the school. Performance opportunities will be provided at the discretion of the instructor.

Soprano / Alto Choir AB (P)	Course # 88318 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission ofinstructor.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Soprano/Alto Choir ABisaprogressive coursedesigned toprovidesoprano/alto voiceswith theopportunityto singchoralmusic. Specialattention isgiven to the fundamentals of voice production, basic fundamentals of music, and the development of musicianship in ensemble singing. It will stress rehearsal procedures, attitudes, song literature, general musical knowledgeand performancein school and community concerts.

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Tenor / Bass Choir AB (P)		Course # 88316 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission ofinstructor. CHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

Tenor/Bass Choir AB is aprogressivecourse designed to providetenor/bassvoices with the opportunity to sing choral music. Special attention is given to the fundamentals ofvoice production,basic fundamentals of musicand thedevelopment of musicianship in ensemblesinging. It will stress rehearsalprocedures, attitudes, song literature, general musical knowledge and performance in school and community concerts.

Vocal Ensemble 1 AB (P)		Course # 88333 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission of instructor. CEHS, CHS

An entry level progressive group for boys and girls at the high school to sing choral music. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of voice production, basic fundamentals of music and the development of musicianship in ensemble singing. It will stress rehearsal procedures, attitudes, song literature, general musical knowledge and performance in concerts.

Vocal Ensemble 2 AB (P)		Course # 88334 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Permission of instructor, Vocal Ensemble 1 AB. CEHS, CHS

A progressive group for boys and girls at the high school to sing choral music. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of voice production, basic fundamentalsofmusicandthedevelopmentofmusicianshipin ensemblesinging. It willstressrehearsalprocedures,attitudes,songliterature,generalmusical knowledge and performance inconcerts.

Vocal Ensemble 3 AB (P)		Course # 88335 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Permission of instructor, Vocal Ensemble 2 AB. CEHS, CHS

A progressive group for boys and girls at the high school to sing choral music. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of voice production, basic fundamentalsofmusicandthedevelopmentofmusicianshipin ensemblesinging. It willstressrehearsalprocedures,attitudes,songliterature,generalmusical knowledge and performance inconcerts.

Vocal Ensemble 4 AB (P)		Course # 88336 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
Permission of instructor, Vocal Ensemble 3 AB. CEHS, CHS

A progressive group for boys and girls at the high school to sing choral music. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of voice production, basic fundamentalsofmusicandthedevelopmentofmusicianshipin ensemblesinging. It willstressrehearsalprocedures,attitudes,songliterature,generalmusical knowledge and performance inconcerts.

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Women’s Ensemble AB (P*)	Course # 88F13 Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
One-year experience singing in a secondary choir, intermediate choir of a similar ensemble. Exceptions can be made if a student is able to demonstrate the advanced skills required for the course through an audition process.

BHS, CHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

This course provides an opportunity for students to develop advanced and refined vocal and choral techniques. Advance knowledge and skill in theory and sight singing is expected and further study of music history will be emphasized. The study and performance of advanced literature, including music from other cultures, will be the focus of this course. The Women’s Ensemble is a performance-based class; attendance at performances, festivals, and concerts is a required portion of the class.

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ART - VISUAL ARTS

Advanced Floral Design (P)

(Refer to CTE Plant & Soil Science Pathway)

Advanced Two-Dimensional Art AB

Course # 33F01.CTE

Course # 78003

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Art 3AB and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS

Therequired coursecontentwillincludecareersearchactivities,drawing,identificationofappropriatecollegesand/orartinstitutes,and specializedportfolio development. Self-critiquing will be an integral part of the process. Students will be required to exhibit their work and provide an accompanying statement describingthecontent and objectivesof thework as well asanyhistorical referencesand influences. Thiscourse gives theseriousart student achancetouse art knowledge previously learned, and to develop a personalized style.

Advanced Three-Dimensional Art Studies (P)	Course # 78308 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Ceramics 3AB and teacher approval. CWHS

Thiscourse provides students with the opportunity to take responsibility fortheir individual artistic, educational and developmental needs. Required course components willincludecareer search activities,identification ofappropriatecolleges and/or Art institutes, and specialized portfoliodevelopment. Students will be required to exhibit their work and provide accompanying essay describing content and objectives of the work to includehistorical, artistic references and influences. This course is for serious art studentsonly.

AP Art History AB (HP)	Course # 88F05 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Honors English 9 and Geography. CHS, CWHS

AP Art History ABisintended forthehighly motivated studentinterested in theserious study of Art. Collegecreditsmaybeearned through passageof Advanced Placement test with a “3” or higherscore.

AP Studio Art 3-D Design AB (HP)	Course # 78301 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Course offered dependent on enrollment.
Successful completion of any 2AB or 3AB Fine Art course and permission of instructor. BHS, CWHS

AP Studio Art Design AB is intended for the highly motivated student interested in the serious study of Art. College credits may be earned through passage of Advanced Placement test with a “3” or higher score.

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AP Studio Art Drawing AB (HP)	Course # 77F04 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Course offered dependent on enrollment
Successful completion of any 2AB or 3AB Fine Art course and permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

AP Studio Art Drawing ABisintended forthehighly motivated student interested in theseriousstudyof Art. Collegecredits maybe earnedthrough passage of Advanced Placement test with a “3” or higherscore.

Art 1 AB (P)		Course # 78302 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Art 1ABisan introductory artcoursewith emphasisupondrawingandpainting. Studentslearndrawing and painting skillsusingpencil,pen,and ink, aswell as watercolors and tempera, elements of art and principles of design. The elements of art are introduced in 2-dimensional design. Historical and cultural influences in art are also discussed and students will assess theaesthetic and technical properties of art.

Art 2 AB (P)		Course # 78303 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Art 1AB with a grade of “B” or better and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Art 2AB introduces drawing as an expressive and creative media. Emphasis is placed upon learning the necessary skills and techniques to create representationalaswell asexpressivedrawingsofstilllife,portraits,and thehuman figure. Historicalperspectiveandanalysis willalsobecovered,and students will learn to analyze and assess the aesthetic and technical properties of their own compositions and thoseof recognized artists.

Art 3 AB (P)		Course # 78304 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Art 2AB with a grade of “B” or better and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thisisdesigned forstudents who wishto becomemoreproficient in theuseof paint as an expressiveand creativemedium. Thestudent’s abilityto usecolor, line, space, form, and texture will be emphasized. Watercolor and acrylic paint are used as media. Historical perspective will be covered, and students will learn to analyze and assess aesthetic and technical properties of compositions.

The Art and History of Floral Design AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Plant & Soil Science Pathway)

Beginning Broadcasting AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Course # 77505.CTE

Course # 77F06

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Good Citizenship and Attendance. CNHS

Throughout this course, students will be utilizing critical thinking and interpersonal skills to develop and produce video-based projects for distribution to relevant media outlets. Supporting school-wide goals and experiences, Beginning Broadcasting will document, edit, and distribute footage through industry standards,techniquesand equipmentincluding,butnot limitedto, videoandsound equipment,lighting,and editingsoftware. Completionofthiscoursewill providestudentswith aninvaluableintroductiontothechallengingandrewardingbroadcastingindustry anddevelop skillsthat will servethem foralifetime.

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Building Information Modeling AB (P)	Course # 77F10.CTE (Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Ceramics 1 AB (P)		Course # 78306 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, GHS

Thiscourseprovidesthebeginning foundation in thebasictechniques forcreativeceramic making. Theclasscoversthethreemain areasofceramics:hand building,throwingonthepotter’s wheel,and sculpture. Emphasisisplacedupon functionalaswell asaestheticdesign,good craftsmanship,developmentof skills, and exploration of cultural and historicalinfluences.

Ceramics 2 AB (P)		Course # 78307 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Ceramics 1AB with a grade of “B” or better and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thiscourseemphasizesthedesignofpottery,itsfunction,form,andproportion. Advancedhand-builtandthrowing,aswellasdecoration,glazingtechniques, and sculptureare covered. Students will studyhistorical and contemporary examples of works and create original piecesbased on research.

Ceramics 3 AB (P)		Course # 78360 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Ceramics 2AB with a grade of “B” or better, and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CNHS, CWHS

Students willapplyadvanced skillslearned inCeramics2AB to focuson developingtheirproficiencyintheuseofclay as an expressiveand creativemedium. The elements and principles of design and self-expression will be emphasized. Students will use historical and cultural influences to help them discern aesthetics fromcomparisons. Students willalsoapplypractical Potter’s Studio experiencewhilelearninghowto runkilns,makemolds,and formulateglazes.

Digital Film Making (P)

(Refer to CTE Production and Managerial Arts Pathway)

Digital Photography II (P)

(Refer to CTE Design, Visual & Media Arts Pathway)

General Art AB

Course # 77F08.CTE

Course # 73F01.CTE

Course # 78001

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None.
COS, E, GHS

GeneralArt ABisdesigned to givetheindividual student an opportunityto explorea widerange ofart materials and media withgreat emphasison functional as well as aesthetic designs, good craftsmanship, and developmentalskills.

Honors Engineering & Design (HP)	Course # 35G05.CTE (Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

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Honors Principles of Engineering (HP)

(Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

Introduction to Design 1, 2 AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

Introduction to Digital Photography AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Design, Visual, & Media Arts Pathway)

Multi-Cultural Studio Art 1 AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Course # 53G04CTE

Course # 77F02.CTE

Course # 77F09.CTE

Course # 78320

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
None, Art 1 is recommended. BHS, CWHS

Multi-Cultural Art encourages students to explore numerous cultures and their customs though examples of artwork. Students will use historical and contemporary influencestocreateoriginal artpiecesbased on their research. Thiscourseisdesigned forthestudent who would liketo explorebothtwo and three dimensions in theirartwork.

Multimedia Communication (ROP) (P)

(Refer to CTE Production and Managerial Arts Pathway)

Photography 1 AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Course # R7F01

Course # 78311

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12 (9-12 at CNHS) Year Course
Access to student-owned camera is preferred, but not required. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thiscoursecoversthebasic skillsforsuccessfulcameraoperation aswellasblack/whitedarkroomtechniques. Studentswillbeintroduced todigitalcameras and computer manipulation of images. The course topics stress the technical and aesthetic fundamentals of quality image-making and the historical development and influence of themedium.

Photography 2 AB (P)		Course # 78312 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Photo 1AB with grade of “B” or better and/or permission of instructor. Access to student-owned camera is preferred, but not required.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS

Thiscoursecoversadvancedtopicsinblack/whitephotography,includingskilldevelopment withspecialequipmentintakingandprocessingphotos,elements andprinciplesofdesign asthey applyto expressivepossibilities,historicalperspective,andanalysis. Students will experiencesomedigitalphotoapplications for image editing, with practical techniques in correcting, enhancing, and manipulating images. Students will learn to analyze and assess the aesthetic and technicalproperties of their own compositions and those of recognized photographers or studio work.

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Photography 3 AB (P)		Course # 77F01 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Art 1AB; Photo 2AB with grade of “B” or better and/or permission of instructor. Access to student-owned camera is preferred, but not required.
BHS, CHS

Thisisan advanced courseinblack &whiteand, also,coloredphotography. Lectureswillcoveradvanced toolsofphotography,technical skillsand willalso deal withimagecontent relatedtocreativecomposition. Thecoursewillincludeassigned writtenessays,oralpresentations,critiquesandphotohistory,with emphasis on the study of masters and contemporary artists. Laboratory activities will include using a roll film camera, digital camera, developing film, printing techniques, and completing high quality prints for exhibition.

Sculpture / Three-Dimensional Design 1 AB (P)	Course # 77F03 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, GHS

Thiscourseintroducesand exploresavarietyofsculpturalconcepts,techniquesandprocesses. Emphasisisonthedevelopmentofanunderstandingofthree-dimensional art making through the use of various media and methods. Drawing will be used to help each student better visual perception of objects and to understand the basic elements of art and principles of design. Students will learn to appreciate art and its historical and cultural role in our past and present world. A variety of sculpting,painting,printmaking, carving, moldingand large-scale sculptural forms will be completed throughout theyear.

Three-Dimensional Design 2 AB (P)	Course # 78310 Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Three-Dimensional Design 1AB with a grade of “B” or better, and/or permission of instructor. BHS, CEHS, GHS

Students willapplyadvanced skillslearned in3-D1AB to makesculptural formsusing different typesofmediumssuch asclay,plaster of Paris, wood,plastic, and different types of metals. Art History, elements ofdesign,and cultural influences will betaught tohelp thestudentsdevelop their own artwork.

Videography Animation & Multimedia (P)(ROP)

(Refer to CTE Production and Managerial Arts Pathway)

Videography I AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Course # R7301

Course # 77G01

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course
Good citizenship and attendance. BHS, CNHS

Videography 1 is an introductory class that emphasizes and develops critical thinking skills by exploring the influence of design principles, historically significant art forms from various genres, and the production process of films and television programming. Students will analyze a variety of film and television programming as they learn to critique artists’ work. Students will learn to use the technology available to produce and edit various forms of multimediacommunications,includingvideocameras,lights,soundequipment,andindustry-standardcomputersoftware. Communicationandinterpersonal skills, problem solving, and safety areemphasized throughout the curriculum.

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ENGLISH

AP English Language and Composition AB (HP)	Course # 22505 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
SBAC met or exceeded standard. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS, CNHS, COS

AP Composition AB (HP)coversa syllabusequivalent to entry levelcollegecomposition and necessary forstudents topass theCollegeBoard exam in May for collegeplacement and/or credit. Topicsincludediction and language analysis, forms of discourse,and refinement of rhetorical style.

AP English Literature and Composition AB (HP)	Course # 22506 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12 (Grade 11 Only at BHS) Year Course
SBAC met or exceeded standard. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

AP Literature AB (HP) covers a syllabus necessary for students to pass the College Board exam in May for college placement and/or credit. Topics include in-depth literary analysis, diction and language-style analysis, forms of discourse, and refinement of rhetorical-style.

Bible as Literature A (P)		Course # 22522 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course, backed with Contemporary Issues in Literature A. None
BHS, CHS, CNHS

Bibleas LiteratureAcoversselected stories fromtheOld and NewTestaments. Thiscourse focuseson analysisofthebiblicalstories froma literary standpoint,analysisofthemesthathaveinfluenced WesternCivilization sincethetimeofMoses,andanalysisoftheauthors. Literature-based writing assignments refine writing skills.

College Composition & American Literature AB (P)	Course # 22502 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Location:

11-12
Year Course CWHS

College Composition & American Literature AB (P) provides a strong background in reading and writing for the college-bound student. The course emphasizes thecomposingprocessin expository writing and research papersin connection with thestudy ofthedevelopment ofAmerican idealsand valuesas theyappearin American literature. Criticalthinking, analytical skills,reading comprehension,vocabularydevelopment,and expression arehighlighted.

Composition Through Careers AB (HP)	Course # 22B06 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course Enrollment in CART CART

Composition Through Careers includes in-depth expository reading and writing, literary analysis, research, case studies, and technical writing related to students’specificcareerfocus.Students’ writing willdemonstratesophisticationintheuseofrhetoric,language,and style,andcontrolofEnglishconventions. Written and oral communication will show evidence of higher-level thinking skills and demonstrate advanced technical skills through the integration of projects: databases, graphics, spreadsheets, and word-processed documents. Students will do in-depth research throughout the year in addition to several informal and formal oral presentationsboth in-class and to the larger public.

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Contemporary Issues in EducationAB (HP)

(Refer to CTE Education Pathway)

Contemporary Issues in Literature A (P)

Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Course # 22B11.CTE

Course # 22520

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
CHS, CNHS

Contemporary Issues in Literature A (P) encourages students to make connections between literature and contemporary issues. This course focuses on discussion, debate, expository writing, and teaching students to think through issues in order to support their views.

Creative Composition & Literature A (P)	Course # 22528 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Semester Course None
CHS

ThisisaCaliforniastandards-based course which focuseson theimaginationin readingand writing. Thecoursedevelopsthereadingand writing skillsof Englishusing avariety ofreadinggenre. Writing willreinforcethebasicsofgrammar,punctuation,and usagewhileemphasizingcreativewritingin varied genres.

CSU Expository Reading and Writing CourseAB (P)	Course # 22B02 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
English 9, English 10, and English 11 or equivalent if taken in Grade 12. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, GHS, CCDS, COS, E

CSUExpositoryReading and WritingCourse(P)preparescollege-bound seniorsforthe literacydemandsofhighereducation. Through a sequenceof fourteen rigorous instructional modules, students in this yearlong, rhetoric-based course develop advanced proficiency in expository, analytical, and argumentative reading and writing.

English 9 AB (P)		Course # 22515 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

English9AB(P)coversliteraryanalysis,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinkingskills,researchskillsandinterpretationoffunctional workplace documents. The writing process and language skills areemphasized.

English 9 Honors AB (P)		Course # 22516 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9
Year Course
Permission of instructor and/or exam. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

English9 Honors AB (P)meetstheneedsofaccelerated freshmen. Thiscourse emphasizessophisticated levelsofliterary formsandtypes, aswell asstyle and structure,andadvancedessaywritingskills. It focuseson literaryanalysis,languageskills,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinking skills,and researchskills.

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English 10 AB (P)		Course # 22512 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, CCDS, E, GHS

English10 AB(P)coversliteraryanalysis,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinkingskills,researchskillsandinterpretationoffunctionalworkplace documents. The writing process and language skills areemphasized.

English 10 Honors AB (HP)	Course # 22517 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course
English 9; Honors English 9 recommended. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

English 10 Honors AB (HP) meets the needs of accelerated sophomores. This course emphasizes sophisticated literary forms and analysis. It focuses on languageskills,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinkingskills,thewritingprocess,advanced writingskills,and research skills.ItpreparesstudentsforAP English classes in grades 11 and12.

English 11 AB (P)		Course #22513 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, CCDS, E, GHS

English11 AB(P)emphasizesliteraryanalysis,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinkingskillsandinterpretationoffunctionalworkplacedocuments. It continuesthedevelopment of composition and literary skills through the study of contemporary fiction and American literature.

English 11 Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course #W2B02 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course
English 10, English 10 Honors recommended. Counselor approval. COS

This junior-year Honors English course invites students to delve into American Literature from early American Indian voices through contemporary works. Students will engage in literary analysis and inferential evaluation of great texts, including the full-length novel The Awakening by Kate Chopin. While critically reading fiction, poetry, drama, and expository nonfiction, honors students will master comprehension, use evidence to conduct in-depth literary analysis, and examine and critique how authors develop ideas in a variety of genres. Interwoven throughout the lessons are activities that encourage students to strengthen their oral language skills, research and critically analyze sources of information, and produce clear, coherent writing. To round out the course, students will read a range of short but complex texts, including Henry David Thoreau’s essay “Civil Disobedience,” Floyd Dell’s drama King Arthur’s Socks, and works by Emily Dickinson, Herman Melville, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Martin Luther King, Jr., F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sandra Cisneros, Amy Tan, and Dave Eggers.

English 12 AB (P)		Course #22514 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

English12 AB(P)emphasizesliteraryanalysis,vocabularydevelopment,criticalthinkingskillsandinterpretationof functionalworkplacedocuments. It continuesthedevelopment of composition and literary skills through the study of classic, contemporary, and world literature.

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English Lab AB	Course # 22021

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
English 10, English 10 Honors recommended. Counselor approval. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, COS, CCDS, E, GHS

English Lab ABhelpsstudentsgain masteryofreadingand comprehension skillsnecessary forhigh schoolgraduation and successfulcompletion ofhigh school course work. Schools may incorporate READ 180 Lab into this offering.

English Language Arts 12 Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W2B01 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
English 11, English 11 Honors recommended. Counselor approval. COS

This senior-year honors English course invites students to delve into British literature, from ancient texts such as the epic Beowulf through contemporary works. Students will engage in a variety of rigorous lessons with a focus on academic inquiry, literary analysis, and inferential evaluation. While critically reading fiction, poetry, drama, and expository nonfiction, honor students will master comprehension, use evidence to conduct in-depth literary analysis, examine and critique how authors develop ideas in a variety of genres, and synthesize ideas across multiple texts. In addition to activities offered to students in core courses, honors students are given additional opportunities to create and participate in project-based learning activities, including creating a time travel brochure and an original interpretation of William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Hamlet. Honors students will read a range of classic texts, including Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, “Politics and the English Language” by George Orwell, and William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Hamlet. In addition to full length works, students will read a variety of excerpts, including readings from Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Smithsonian’s History of America in 101 Objects, and Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, as well as a variety of short fiction, speeches, and poetry.

English Seminar AB	Course # 22010

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course Teacher/Counselor placement. COS, E, GHS

English Seminar ABprovidesadditional support with English LanguageArts. Thiscoursesupportsstudentsbyusing strategiesneeded tounderstand avariety of texts and become betterwriters.

Experiences in Literature and Composition 1 AB	Course # 22016

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course Teacher/Counselor placement.
CEHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Experiencesin Literatureand Composition1AB examineshighinterestliterary worksin theformofnovels,short stories, essays,and poems. Itdevelopsbasic and practical writing skills in response to literature and gives individualized instruction that prepares students for successful completion of other courses in their junior and senior years. (The course focuses on students who have struggled academically during their freshman and/or sophomore years or students mainstreamed through the Special Education Department. A special education teacher assists theinstructor.)

Experiences in Literature and Composition 2 AB	Course # 22001

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course Teacher/Counselor placement. CHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Experiences in Literature and Composition 2AB examines high interest multicultural literary works in the form of novels, short stories, essays, and poems. It developsbasicandpracticalwriting skillsin responsetoliteratureand givesindividualized instruction thatpreparesstudentsforsuccessfulcompletion ofother courses in their junior and senior years. (The course focuses on students who have struggled academically during their freshman and/or sophomore years or students mainstreamed through the Special Education Department. A special education teacher assists theinstructor.)

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Exploration of Child and Adolescent Literature (HP) (Refer to CTE Education Pathway)

Expository English 12 Honors AB (HP)

Course # 22B10.CTE

Course # 22B05.CRT

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course

12
Year Course Enrollment in CART. CART

Expository English 12 Honors includes in-depth expository reading and writing, literary analysis, research, case studies, and technical writing related to students’specificcareerfocus.Students’ writing willdemonstratesophisticationintheuseofrhetoric,language,and style,andcontrolofEnglishconventions. Written and oral communication will show evidence of higher-level thinking skills and demonstrate advanced technical skills through the integration of projects: databases, graphics, spreadsheets, and word-processed documents. Students will do in-depth research throughout the year in addition to several informal and formal oral presentationsboth in-class and to the larger public.

Film as Literature AB (P)		Course # 22B01 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course None
CNHS

Film as Literature (P) examines the relationship between literature and its representation in film. Students study films critically and analytically as both art forms and methods of communication. They identify theme, narrative structure, genre, technical, and artistic factors, as well as the social impact of motion pictures. Students examine how films reflect the culture of the time and shape the attitudes and values of that culture. Students write extensively on all these subjects. The course enhances the analytical and critical thinking skills of students.

Mythology and Science Fiction AB (P)	Course # 22526 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course None
BHS

Mythologyand Science Fiction isaCalifornia standards-basedcourse. Onesemester will bedevoted toMythologyand onesemester willbedevoted to Science Fiction.Mythology/ScienceFiction utilizesacoreliteratureprogram. It guidesthestudentthrough theprocessofliteracyanalysis,vocabulary development and criticalthinking skills. The writing process and language skills are incorporated into the curriculum.

Pre AP English AB (P)		Course # 22B04 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course None
CWHS

Pre AP English AB(P)laysthefoundation forthe AP English courses in students’ lasttwo yearsofhigh school. Inthis Pre-AP English course, students develop criticalanalytical skillsto read and writefromavariety of genres,in preparation fortherigors ofthejuniorand seniorEnglish Language Arts Advanced Placement curriculum.

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Rhetoric and Composition AB (P)	Course # 22519 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course English 9, 10, 11 CEHS, CHS, CWHS

Rhetoric and Composition AB (P) is designed for college-bound seniors. Students read and write academic prose effectively and increase their mastery of academic language. This rigorous course is built around in-depth studies of nine rhetorical strategies and the rhetorical analysis and synthesis of a variety of texts,with an emphasison rigorousnonfiction texts. Essentialtothecurriculumisthedeepeningofstudents’criticalreading,writingand thinking skillsabout both expository and literary prose, with an emphasis on expanding their ability to argue and extend their understanding of complex text. Students examine relationships between an author’s thesis or theme and an author’s audience and purpose; they analyze the impact of structural and rhetorical strategies and examinethe social, political, and philosophical assumptions that underlie the text.

World Literature & Composition AB (P)	Course # 22523 Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course None
BHS

World Literature&Composition AB(P) explores themesexpressedbypast andpresenthumanitythrough thearts. Thiscoursetakesahumanitiesapproach with literature. The writing process and language skills are incorporated into thecurriculum.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

English Language Development 1 AB	Course # 22044

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Primary language other than English as determined by the Home Language Survey. Students at this level are at the Beginning Stage of developing English skills as determined by ELPAC Level1.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

English Language Development 1 AB provides English Language Development for Beginning English Learners. The course develops speaking, listening, reading,and writingskillsinEnglish that align withtheEnglish LanguageDevelopment Standards. Useofvisuals,hands-onactivities,gestures,andconcrete activitiesarepart of the everyday classroom. Thegoal ofthis course isto advance students fromEmerging to Expanding language skills.

English Language Development 2 AB	Course # 22043

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9–12
Year Course
Primary language other than English as determined by the Home Language Survey. Students at this level have Somewhat Developed English skills as determined by ELPAC Level 2.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

English Language Development 2 AB provides English Language Development for Expanding English Learners. English Language Development Standards expand the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in English. The goal of this course is to advance students from Expanding to Bridging language skills.

English Language Development 3 AB	Course # 22049

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9–12
Year Course
Primary language other than English as determined by the Home Language Survey. Students at this level have Moderately Developed English skills as determined by ELPAC Level 3.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

English Language Development 3 AB provides English Language Development for high Expanding to low Bridging English Learners. English Language Development Standards expand the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing and literacy skills in English. The goal of this course is to transition students from Expanding to Bridging language skills.

English Language Development 4 AB	Course # 22024

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Primary language other than English as determined by the Home Language Survey. Students at this level have Well Developed English skills as determined by ELPAC Level 4, but may lack academic language skills as determined by the district’s reclassification criteria.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

English Language Development 4 AB provides English Language Development for Bridging to Fluent English Proficient English Learners. English Language Development standards expand the development of literacy skills and academic language in English. The goal of this course is to advance Bridging English Learners to meet the criteria for reclassification.

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HEALTH

Health and Medical Wellness (P) (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Health A

Course # R3G04

Course # 55007

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Health isageneralintroduction coursethatteachespositivebehaviorsto ensurea lifetimeofwellness. Topicsdiscussedincludereproductivehealth,social-emotional wellness, substance abuse,diseases and disorders, nutrition, life skills, and refusal skills.

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HISTORY / SOCIAL SCIENCE

Agricultural Government A (P)	Course # 36A02 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course U.S. History CEHS

Students will pursue a deeper understanding of the institutions of American Government. In-depth study of the government system in the world today, analyze the life and changing interpretations of the Constitution, Bill of Rights and the current state of the legislative, executive and judiciary branches of government.

American Culture A (P)		Course # 66A05 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
CNHS

This course explores how culture has shaped American history and deepens understanding of the unique historical experiences and perspectives of various American cultural groups. These essential questions are addressed: What shapes our identity as a member of American society? How have race, culture, religion, socio-economic status, and other perceived differences had an impact on American history? How have concepts of identity and culture determined individual and group participation in our democracy?

American Government A (P)	Course # 66401 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
BHS, CHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, COS, CCDS, E, GHS

ThissemesterclasscoversAmerica’spoliticalfoundations;politicalparties,mediaandspecialinterestgroups;threebranchesofgovernment:legislative, executive and judicial and their influence onsociety.

American Government Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W6A03

Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
COS

From the origins of democracy through our nation’s public policies, students will take part in a more rigorous semester-long study of the principles and procedures of the United States’ government. Students begin by taking an in-depth look at the creation of the Constitution and analyze the Amendments contained therein. Supreme Court cases that have challenged what our constitutional rights are, and their lasting impact is the next topic covered in the course. Students then study the structure and duties of our government, including writing and informative essay about a federal agency. Students then explore the duties of an American citizen and finally examine the various public policies of our government is responsible for. From writing about the purpose of government to analyzing landmark Supreme Court decisions, students are better equipped to understand how the federal, state, and local governments work as well as how citizens should engage with each other in today’s society. Throughout this Honors course, students continuously analyze primary and secondary sources, including political cartoons, essays, and judicial opinions. Projects such as creating a political cartoon and taking part in a debate about voter ID laws encourage students to perform throughout the course at a higher level.

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American Government (IND)	Course # 66001

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
CCDS

ThissemesterclasscoversAmerica’spoliticalfoundations; politicalparties,mediaand specialinterestgroups;threebranchesofgovernment:legislative, executiveand judicialand theirinfluenceon society. Thecourseistheculmination ofthecivic literacy strand that prepares studentstovote, reflect on the responsibilities ofcitizenship and to participatein community activities. This class doesnot meet CSU admission requirements.

AP European History AB (HP)	Course # 66903 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Approval from counselor or instructor; students must be above grade level in reading/language. CEHS, CHS, CWHS

AP European History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university European history course. In AP European History students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods from approximately 1450 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by historians: analyzing historical evidence; contextualization; comparison; causation; changeandcontinuity overtime; and argument development. Thecoursealsoprovidessix themesthat students explorethroughoutthecoursein ordertomake connectionsamonghistoricaldevelopmentsindifferent timesandplaces:interaction ofEuropeandtheworld;povertyandprosperity;objectiveknowledge and subjective visions; states and otherinstitutions of power; individualand society; and national and European identity.

AP Human Geography AB (HP)	Course # 66G03 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Approval from counselor or instructor; students must be above grade level in reading/language. CNHS, CWHS, COS

TheAPHuman Geography courseisequivalenttoan introductorycollege-level coursein human geography.Thecourseintroducesstudentstothesystematic studyofpatternsand processesthathaveshapedhuman understanding,use,andalteration ofEarth'ssurface.Studentsemploy spatialconceptsand landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications.

AP Macroeconomics A (HP)	Course # 66G01 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12 Semester
Approval from counselor or instructor; Advanced Math or higher recommended. BHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

AP Macroeconomics is an introductory college-level course that focuses on the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particularemphasison thestudyofnationalincomeandprice-leveldetermination;italsodevelopsstudents'familiarity with economicperformancemeasures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economicconcepts.

AP Microeconomics A (HP)	Course # 66902 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12 Semester
Approval from counselor or instructor; Math 3 or higher recommended. CNHS, CWHS

AP Microeconomics is an introductory college-level course that focuses on the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers.Thecoursealsodevelopsstudents’familiarity withtheoperationofproduct and factormarkets,distributionsofincome, marketfailure,and the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts.

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AP Psychology AB (HP)	Course # 66904 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Approval from counselor or teacher. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

Thiscourseintroducesstudentstothesystematicandscientificstudyofhumanbehaviorandmentalprocesses.Whileconsideringthepsychologistsand studies that haveshapedthefield,studentsexploreand applypsychologicaltheories,keyconcepts,andphenomenaassociated withsuch topicsasthebiologicalbases ofbehavior,sensationandperception,learningandcognition,motivation,developmentalpsychology,testingandindividualdifferences,treatment ofabnormal behavior, and social psychology. Throughout the course, students employ psychological research methods, including ethical considerations, as they use the scientific method, analyze bias, evaluate claims and evidence, and effectively communicate ideas.

AP U.S. Government / Politics A (HP)	Course # 66404 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course
Approval from counselor or instructor; students must be above grade level in reading/language. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

Thiscourseintroducesstudentstokeypoliticalideas,institutions,policies,interactions,roles,andbehaviorsthatcharacterizethepoliticalcultureoftheUnited States. The course examines politically significant concepts and themes, through which students learn to apply disciplinary reasoning, assess causes and consequences of political events, and interpret data to develop evidence-based arguments.

AP United States History AB (HP)	Course # 66402 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Approval of counselor or instructor; students must be above grade level in reading/language. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

AP U.S. History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university U.S. history course. In AP U.S. History, students investigatesignificantevents,individuals,developments,andprocessesin ninehistoricalperiodsfromapproximately1491tothepresent.Studentsdevelopand use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; making historical comparisons; utilizing reasoningaboutcontextualization,causation,andcontinuityandchangeovertime;anddevelopinghistoricalarguments.Thecoursealsoprovidesseventhemes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places: American and national identity; migration and settlement;politicsand power; work,exchange,and technology; Americain theworld; geographyand theenvironment;and cultureand society.

AP World History AB (HP)	Course # 66013 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Approval of 9th grade English teacher and/or counselor. Student must be above grade level in reading/language. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

AP World History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university world history course. In AP World History students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in six historical periods from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; making historical comparisons; utilizing reasoning about contextualization, causation, and continuity and change over time; and developing historical arguments. The course provides five themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places: interaction betweenhumansandtheenvironment;developmentand interaction ofcultures; statebuilding,expansion,andconflict;creation,expansion,andinteraction of economic systems; and development and transformation of socialstructures.

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Economics A (P)		Course # 66906 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Thiscoursebuildsupon thefundamentalconceptspresented intherequired socialscienceclasses. Topicscovered includeastudyofthefreemarket system, labor force, monetary policy, fiscal policy, and internationaltrade.

Economics Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W6G01 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
COS

From creating graphs to reach equilibrium to learning to manage a bank account, students will take part in a more rigorous semester-long study of the principles and processes of economics in the American system. Students begin with an introduction of basic economic concepts then move on to an in-depth study of microeconomic principles. Students showcase their understanding of supply, demand, and economic choices by completing a case study on starting a business. Students then turn to macroeconomic concepts, government policies, and entrepreneurship. With this foundation, students create a proposal for public policies and programs in a small developing nation. Students continue their study of Economics by examining global economic concepts such as trade barriers and agreements. This Honors course concludes with a unit on personal finance. Students will learn more about topics such as taxation, financial institutions, credit, and money management. Students extend their knowledge of personal financial planning by creating a successful budget. Throughout the course, economic theory is introduced, demonstrated, and reinforced through real-life scenarios and examples. In assignments and project-based lessons, students learn to apply critical thinking skills while making practical economic choices.

Economics A (IND)	Course # 66006

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Semester Course None
CCDS

Economics (IND) builds upon the fundamental concepts presented in the required social science courses. Students learn to reason economically while analyzingtheAmerican economy(includingthelabormarkets)and examining globalization. Thisclassdoesnot meet UC/CSUadmission requirements.

Engineering America: U.S. History (HP)	Course # 66A04 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course None
BHS

This course serves to help students make connections between U.S. History and the engineering innovations that helped form our nation. Students will not only use the engineering design process as they attempt to solve the historical challenges presented to them, but they will also look at the Code of Ethics that governs decisions in the world of engineering; they will examine how decisions made by powerful people had an impact on the landscape and forever altered theway thingsaredonein theUS. This courseseeksto explainthepolitical,social, economic,and technological factorsthatpromptedtheneed forengineering innovation in US History. Upon completion of the course, students will think and act like historians, understanding that source, contextualizing, and corroboratinghistoricalsourcesareusedtoanalyze and addresspresentdayissues. Theirunderstanding willbedemonstratedin aculminatingproject inwhich small student teams design/build a scale model of a modern “ideal” US city informed by their understanding of history. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the design process, logistical thinking, and relevance of engineering in American life. This course provides a foundation that could serve as an opportunity for further study in engineering as a career.

Psychology A (P)		Course # 66907 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

Psychology Aisan introductorycourse tothestudyoftheindividualasabehavioral science. Topicsincludethebiologicaland socialbasisofbehavior, perception, motivation, intelligence, andpersonality.

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Sociology A (P)		Course # 66912 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
BHS, CEHS, COS, CNHS, CWHS, E

Sociology A is an introductory course in the study of groups as a behavioral science, including areas of interest and techniques used. Special emphasis is placed on groupsthat affect livesofthe adolescent,thedevelopment of values andtheadolescent’splacein society. Thecourseconcludes witha lookatthe causes and consequences of social problems of interest to the adolescent.

United States History AB (P)	Course # 66408 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

United States History AB (P)continues tobuild uponthe20th centurychronologicaldevelopment of ourcountry to studymajorthemesthat haveshaped our country’s destiny.The shaping of America’s future depends on a better understanding of her past.

United States History AB (IND)	Course # 66008

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course None
CCDS

United States History AB (P)continues tobuild upon the20th centurychronological development of ourcountry tostudymajorthemesthat haveshaped our country’sdestiny. The shaping of America’s futuredepends on abetterunderstanding ofher past. Thisclassdoesnot meet CSUadmission requirements.

United States History Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W6A02 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course None
COS

From the Industrial Revolution through today’s society, students will embark on a more rigorous yearlong study of our country’s modern history. Students investigate the economic, political, and social revolutions that have transformed our country into the nation it is today. Units progress through the course by taking an in-depth look at events such as those surrounding our nation’s expansion westward, civil rights in various eras, our nation’s involvement in World War I and II, as well as cultural aspects of our society. From analyzing landmark Supreme Court decisions to writing about advancements in technology, students are better equipped to compare what happened in yesterday’s world with what is going on in our modern era. Throughout this Honors course, students will continuously analyze primary and secondary sources relating to the period of study. Incorporating activities from other disciplines gives students the opportunity to connect history to other subjects. Students read excerpts from novels like Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle, and Geronimo’s autobiography, Story of His Life. Activities such as writing about how the frontier is part of America’s history and national character and analyzing various Presidents’ speeches encourage students to perform throughout the course at a higher level.

World Geography & Cultures A (P)	Course # 66940 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9
Semester Course None
CEHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

World Geography and Cultures will explore and discover the processes that shape the earth, the relationships between people, and the environment.

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World History AB (P)		Course # 66909 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

World History AB (P) covershistory, geography and economics of selected cultures fromboth the western world and non-western worlds. Themesincludethe rise of democracy, the effects of nationalism, revolution and imperialism along with industrialization, militarismand the background of current global conflict. The historical backgrounds of the past will be related to ourpresent world situation.

World History AB (IND)	Course # 66909

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course None
CCDS

World History AB (IND) covers history, geography and economics of selected culture from both the western world and non-western worlds. Themes include the rise of democracy, the effects of nationalism, revolution and imperialism along with industrialization, militarism and the background of current global conflict. The historical backgrounds of the past will be related to our present world situation. This class does not meet CSU/UC admission requirements.

World History Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W6A01 Meets UC A-G “A” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10
Year Course None
COS

From the first civilizations through today’s society, students will embark on a more rigorous yearlong study of our world’s history. Students investigate classical civilizations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia while exploring the economic, political, and social revolutions that have transformed human history. Units progress through the course by touching on world wars, imperialism, and cultural aspects of each region’s society. From creating an explorer’s notebook to mapping out how Europe changed after World War II, students are better equipped to compare what happened in yesterday’s world with what is going on in our modern era. Throughout this Honors course, students will continuously analyze primary and secondary sources relating to the region and era of study. Incorporating activities from other disciplines gives students the opportunity to connect history to other subjects. Students read excerpts from novels such as Charles Dickens’ Hard Times and excerpts from memoirs like that of Ji-li Jiang’s, titled Red Scarf Girl. Projects such as writing a summary of a current event based on an ancient religion encourage students to perform throughout the course at a higher level.

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MATHEMATICS

Advanced Mathematics AB (P)	Course # 44601 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Grade of C or higher in Math 3AB.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, COS, E

Advanced Mathematics AB (P) provides a formal study oftrigonometryandexposuretoselected topics whichprovidea foundation forthefirst coursein calculus. Scientificcalculators will beused extensively. Topics include:trigonometry, logarithms, functions, and limits.

AP Calculus AB (HP)	Course # 44606 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Grade of “B” or better in Math 3 AB Honors or “B” or better in Adv. Math AB. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

AP CalculusABis roughly equivalentto a first semestercollegecalculuscoursedevoted totopicsin differentialand integralcalculus. The APcoursecovers topics in these areas, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches studentstoapproachcalculusconceptsandproblemswhentheyarerepresentedgraphically,numerically,analytically,andverbally,andtomakeconnections amongst theserepresentations. Students learnhowtousetechnology tohelp solveproblems, experiment, interpretresults,and supportconclusions.

AP Calculus BC (HP)	Course # 44607 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course.
Grade of “A” or better in Math 3 AB Honors or “C” or better in AP Calculus AB. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

AP Calculus BC is roughly equivalentto both first and second semester college calculus courses and extends the content learned in AB to different types of equations and introduces the topic of sequences and series. The AP course covers topics in differential and integral calculus, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. The AP Computer Science A course curriculum is compatible with many CS1 courses in colleges and universities.

AP Computer Science A (HP)	Course # 44908.CTE (Refer to CTE Software and Systems Development Pathway)
AP ComputerScience Aisequivalenttoa first-semester,college-levelcoursein computerscience.Thecourseintroducesstudentsto computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms),analysisofpotential solutions,and theethicaland socialimplicationsofcomputing. Thecourseemphasizesbothobject-orientedandimperative problemsolvinganddesignusingJavalanguage.Thesetechniquesrepresentprovenapproaches fordevelopingsolutionsthat canscaleup fromsmall,simple problemsto large,complexproblems.The APComputer Science Acoursecurriculumiscompatible with manyCS1 coursesin collegesand universities.

AP Computer Science Principles AB (HP)	Course # 43G03.CTE (Refer to CTE Software and Systems Development Pathway)
AP ComputerSciencePrinciplesoffersamultidisciplinaryapproachtoteachingtheunderlyingprinciplesofcomputation.Thecoursewillintroducestudentsto the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles also gives students the opportunity to use current technologies to create computational artifacts for both self-expression and problem solving. Together, these aspects of thecourse makeup a rigorous and rich curriculum thataimstobroaden participation in computer science.

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AP Statistics AB (HP)	Course # 44637 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

10-12
Year Course
Statistics/Probability with an “A” or Math 3AB (P) with “A” Concurrently taking Advanced Math or AMA with “C” or better.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

TheAPStatisticscourseisequivalenttoaone-semester,introductory,non-calculus-based collegecoursein statistics. Thecourseintroduces studentstothe major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, samplingandexperimentation,anticipatingpatterns,andstatisticalinference.Studentsusetechnology,investigations,problemsolving,andwritingasthey build conceptualunderstanding.

Cross-Age Tutoring – Math	Course # 40059

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Math 3AB with a “B” or better. Two letters of recommendation from Math teachers indicating work ethic, attendance record, and reliability.
BHS, CEHS, CHS

Tutorswillbeplaced at eitherthe elementary,intermediate, orhigh school level.They will work with theteacher toaugmentinstruction. Tutorswillassist with remediation, enrichment, and regularinstruction.

Financial Math (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W4G01 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course Completed Math 2 COS

Connecting practical mathematical concepts to personal and business settings, this course offers informative and highly useful lessons that challenge students to gain a deeper understanding of financial math. Relevant, Project-based learning activities cover stimulating topics such as personal financial planning, budgeting and wise spending, banking, paying taxes, the importance of insurance, long-term investing, buying a house, consumer loans, economic principles, traveling abroad, starting a business, and analyzing business data. Offered as a two-semester course for high school students, this course encourages mastery of math skills sets, including percentages, proportions, data analysis, linear systems, and exponential functions. Foundations of Algebra AB	Course # 44060

Foundations of Algebra AB	Course # 44060

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-11
Year Course None
GHS

Foundationsof AlgebraisaMath 1 readinesscoursedesigned forstudentstohelp themmasterpre-algebraic skillsand conceptsnecessary forMath1. The course willcoverinteger rules, number properties, solving equations and inequalities, linear graphs, functions and factoring.

Foundations of Math 2 AB	Course # 44040

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Passing grade in Math 1.
CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

This course is designed for students who desire to learn the basic concepts of Math 2.

Foundations of Math 3 AB	Course # 44041

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Passing grade in Math 2AB.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Foundations of Math 3 is a preparatory course designed to help students master the skills necessary for success in Math 3 AB (P). This course will cover graphingfunctions,solvingequations,solvinginequalities,rationalfunctions,radicalfunctions,anintroductiontostatistics,andtrigonometry.Thiscoursewill prepare students for the eleventh gradeCalifornia Assessment of Student Performanceand Progress and the state college placement exam.

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Honors Math 2 AB (P)		Course # 44C03 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course
Fulfilling criteria per CUSD 9th grade math placement policy. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Forthehigh school HonorsMath 2 course,instructionaltimewill focuson five criticalareas:1)extendthelaws ofexponentsto rational exponents;2)compare key characteristics of quadratic functions with those of linear and exponential functions; 3) create and solve equations and inequalities involving linear, exponential,and quadratic expressions;4)extend work with probability;and 5)establish criteria forsimilarity oftrianglesbased on dilationsand proportional reasoning. This course includestrigonometry and otheraddition standards to prepare students for a CalculusCourse after Math 3 Honors.

Honors Math 3 AB (P)		Course # 44C05 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-11
Year Course
“B” or better in Honors Math 2AB. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

For thehigh school HonorsMath 3 course,instructional timewill focus on thefivekeyareas:1)deepen and extend understanding oftheuseofstatisticswith identifyingdifferent waysofcollectingdataandtheconclusionsthat canbedrawn;2)apply operationstopolynomialfunctions;3)solvepolynomial,rational, radical and trigonometric functions algebraically and graphically 4) extend work with function families and the effects of transformations on them; and 5) model and solve real world problems that require the use of polynomial, rational, radical and trigonometric functions. The course includes the additional standards required to fully prepare students for a Calculus course after Honors Math 3.

Math 1 AB (P)		Course # 44C01 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Fulfilling criteria per CUSD 9th grade math placement policy. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

For the high school Math 1 course, instructional time should focus on six critical areas: 1) extend understanding of numerical manipulation to algebraic manipulation;2)synthesizeunderstandingoffunction;3)deepen and extendunderstandingoflinearrelationships;4)apply linearmodelstodatathat exhibit a lineartrend; 5) establish criteria for congruencebased on rigid motions; and 6) apply the Pythagorean Theorem to the coordinate plane.

Math 2 AB (P)		Course # 44C02 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
C or better in Math I or Adv. Math 8 or fulfilling criteria per CUSD 9th grade math placement policy. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

For the high school Math 2 course, instructional time will focus on five critical areas: 1) extend the laws of exponents to rational exponents; 2) compare key characteristics of quadratic functions with those of linear and exponential functions; 3) create and solve equations and inequalities involving linear, exponential,and quadratic expressions;4)extend workwithprobability;and5)establishcriteria forsimilarityoftrianglesbased ondilationsandproportional reasoning.

Math 3 AB (P)		Course # 44C04 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
C or better is Math 2AB.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

For the high school Math 3 course, instructional time will focus on the five key areas: 1) deepen and extend understanding of the use of statistics with identifyingdifferent waysofcollectingdataandtheconclusionsthat canbedrawn;2)apply operationstopolynomialfunctions;3)solvepolynomial,rational, radical and trigonometric functions algebraically and graphically; 4) extend work with function families and the effects of transformations on them; and 5) model and solve real world problems that require theuse ofpolynomial, rational, radical and trigonometric functions.

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Math Lab AB	Course # 44014

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course None
BHS, CHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Math Lab ABprovidesanindividualized formatto supportstudentstowardmeetingthemathematicsgraduation requirement.Studentsworkon acontinuous progress basis with a personalcontract.

Math Tutorial AB	Course # 40032

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Students who are having trouble in Math 1AB or equivalent, or who fail and would benefit from a structured tutorial class. Counselor/teacher recommendation required. Concurrent enrollment in other math course is required.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CCDS, GHS

This course is designed to provide targeted instruction to struggling students concurrently enrolled in a mathematics course required for high school graduation.

Statistics & Probability AB (P)	Course # 44611 Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Grade of C or better in Math 3 AB.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS, CNHS, COS, E

Statisticsand Probability ABprovidescollegeboundstudentswith an introduction totheessentialbasicsofstatisticalanalysisand thetheoryofprobability. This course will include applications to the fields of social science, psychology, education, business and medicine. Topics include: descriptive statistics, measures ofcentraltendency and dispersion,correlation and regression analysis, probabilities of compound events, normaldistribution

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Directed Study Physical Ed AB	Course # 11017

Grades: Duration: Prerequisites:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Core A & B, must have scored at the Healthy Fitness Zone on the PFA. Meet guidelines/requirement for Directed Study listed in the school P.E. Handbook (Approval of Learning Director or Counselor - See Admin Reg3207). BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Directed studyallows studentstopursueaprogramofpersonalfitnessconditionsofa written contract in ordertomaintain courseenrollment. Thisclass is offered to students with impacted schedules due to Honors/APcourses.

P.E. Adapted AB	Course # 11003

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Must meet qualifying criteria and have an Individualized Education Program specifying an Adapted P.E. program. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS

Adapted P.E. AB provides physical activities selected in accordance to the individual needs and abilities of each student.

P.E. Adapted Peer Tutoring AB	Course # 11035

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

12
Year Course
Student must have completed 10 units of P.E. Core A and Core B to meet graduationrequirements. Recommendation current P.E. teacher is required. Student must have excellent attendance; have a “C” or better in all academic classes and a “B” or better in P.E. classes, and must have passed Healthy Fitness Standards. Student must be willing to work with students who have special needs or unique challenges.
CEHS

P.E. Adapted Peer Tutoring AB offers seniors an opportunity to gain practical experience in teaching by serving as a teaching assistant to the Adapted P.E. Specialist. Tutors will work under the guidance and direction of both the regular P.E. teacher and the Adapted P.E. Specialist to help provide a successful P.E. experience for the Adapted P.E. student.

P.E. Band & Color Guard A	Course # 11005

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
1st Semester - Band/2nd Semester - Core PE
Students must complete 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education to meet CUSD graduation requirements. Permission of instructor.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

P.E. Band & Color Guard A allows students to rehearse for competition in addition to meeting requirements of the Core Physical Education program.

P.E. Core A / B	Course # 11030(A) / # 11301(B)

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

This core curriculum class provides direct instruction on the concepts related to the physiology of exercise, exposes students to a wide variety of sport activities,and prepares studentsto beinformedconsumersin physicaland recreationalactivities. Uponthecompletion offoursemestersofCore AandB physical education students are eligible for the physical education elective curriculum.

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P.E. Cross Age Tutoring AB	Course # 11019

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12 (Students must provide own transportation) Year Course
Permission of instructor, passing Healthy Fitness Standards, good attendance. Must have completed P.E. Core A & Core B to meet graduation requirement.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

P.E. Cross Age Tutoring AB allows tutors to experience responsibility and dependability through regular preparation and presentation of daily P.E. lessons at elementary schoolswithfirstthroughthird gradestudents. Tutorswillgain expertiseinunderstandingandteachingelementaryagechildren and willapplythis knowledge through a practical teachingexperience.

P.E. Dance 1 AB (P)		Course # 11307 Also Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Students must have completed 10 units of Core A and Core B to meet graduation requirements. CEHS, CHS, CWHS

Thisisan elective withinthePhysicalEducation and Performing Arts Departments. It isdesignedtodevelop basic technique,confidencein expression,and an appreciation for a wide variety of dance forms (i.e. jazz, modern, ballet, musical theater, social, etc.)

P.E. Dance 2 AB (P)	Course # 11308

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

Also Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

11-12
Year Course
Dance 1 AB or permission of instructor; a “C” average in PE and must have completed 10 units of Core A and Core B to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts Department. It is designed for the continuing student who has completed Dance 1 AB (or enterwithpermission ofinstructorbased on strongdancebackground,and desireformorein-depth knowledgeofdance.) Therewillbea strong emphasis on the elements of choreography, presentation, and criticalanalysis.

P.E. Dance Repertory AB (P)	Course # 11309 Also Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Audition by instructor; A/B average in P.E. and must have completed 10 units of Core A and Core B to meet graduation requirements.
CEHS, CHS

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts Department. It is designed to work at an advanced level to build upon and refine techniques,styles,and theiroverallknowledge regardingtheart andheritageofdance. Therewillbeastrong emphasison performance,touring,and college and career opportunities.

P.E. Lifetime Sports AB	Course # 11027

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Student must have completed ten units of Core A and ten units of Core B. Optional off-campus activities may be offered, depending upon available transportation.
BHS

Lifetime Sports is an introduction to a wide variety of activities which the student can participate in after graduation and into adulthood.

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P.E. Pep & Cheer AB	Course # 11010

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
1st Semester Pep/2nd semester Core PE
Students must complete 10 units of Core A and 10 units of Core B Physical Education Program to meet graduation requirements. Selection to a pep/spirit squad.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

P.E. Pep &Cheer ABallowspep/cheer squad membersto enrollin thesameclassand incorporatesquad routinesintotheirphysical fitnessprogram,as wellas participating in regular physical education activities, in addition to the Core Physical Education program.

P.E. Recreation & Core AB	Course # 11023

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Thecoursefocusesondevelopingahigh level ofhealth, wellnessandphysical fitnessthroughavarietyofactivitiesand assignments. Thecurriculumincludes participation in individual sports, team sports, outdoor education and healthy recreation activities. The program concentrates on the establishment of positive lifetime habits and decision-makingskills.

P.E. Strength & Weight Training AB	Course # 11016

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Completed 10 units of Core A and Core B to meet graduation requirements. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS

P.E.Strength and Weight Training ABweighttrainingprovidesan opportunityforstudentstoimprovemusclestrengthand endurance. Studentswillstudythe muscular and cardiovascular system, nutritional aspects of fitness, and assess body composition. The conditioning unit will provide for cardiovascular improvement.

P.E. Team & Individual Sports AB	Course # 11024

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Students must have passed 10 units of Core A and Core B to meet graduation requirements. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thisclassprovidesinstruction attheadvanced levelsforavariety ofteamand individualsports. Instruction willincludetheory and analysisofmovement, application and techniques.

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SCIENCE

Adv. Interdisciplinary Science for Sustainable Agriculture AB (HP)

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Science Pathway)

Ag Engineering I AB

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Mechanics Pathway)

Ag Engineering II AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Mechanics Pathway)

Ag Engineering III AB

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Mechanics Pathway)

Ag Science I AB

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Science Pathway)

Agricultural Biology AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Course # 35D03.CTE

Course # 39007.CTE

Course # 39020.CTE

Course # 39021.CTE

Course # 35001.CTE

Course # 55003

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-11
Year Course
Successful completion of Science 8. CEHS

AgriculturalBiologyisthestudy ofplantsand animal life,their relationshipto oneanother,and of man inhis environment. Using agricultureasthemodel, this classtakesbiologytotheapplied leveland studentsexperiencehowagricultureaffectsall of our lives. Thisisan applied,hands-on learning classutilizingthe Ag Center facilitiesand farm laboratory for experiments, research projects, and presentations.

Allied Health Science I AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33004 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11
Year Course
Completion of 9-10 academic core in Health Career Academy. COS, E, GHS

Allied Health Scienceisdesigned to introducestudentstotheknowledgeand skills required for entryintohealth care occupationsand meettheneeds ofthe advanced clinical program. The course introduces the student to health care, emphasizing core skills and knowledge applicable to many of the health professions;desirableemployeeattributesandjob seeking skillsarealsoaddressed. Thestudentswill explorecareerchoicesthroughclassroomand worksite learning experiences that include job shadowing, tours,and guest speakers.

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Allied Health Science 2 AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33007 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course
Successful completion of Allied Health 1AB. COS, E, GHS

Thiscourseprovidesinstruction and training for studentsinterestedin careers in thehealth careprofessions. Studentswho achievecompetencyin thiscourse willdevelopknowledgeand skillsinCPRtraining,immunizations,diagnosticmedicaltests,characteristicsofasuccessfulhealthcareprofessional,parameters forphysicalhistory, examandtakingvitalsigns,OSHAstandardsforhandlingbodilyfluids,infection control,medicalterminology,anatomyandphysiology, electrocardiograms,developingtraining procedures,and preparingaprofessionalportfolio. Thisincludescompletion ofa SeniorProject requirement. Successful students will be prepared for entry-level employment including but not limited to Medical Health Assistant.

Anatomy & Physiology AB (P)	Course # 55701 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Biology AB with grade of “B” or better; Chemistry AB recommended. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Anatomyand PhysiologyABisanadvanced laboratory classofthebiologicalsciences. Thecourseemphasizesthestructure(anatomy)and function (physiology) of thehuman body through a systems approach.

AP Biology AB (HP)	Course # 55702 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Biology AB and Chemistry AB both with grade of “B” or better, Anatomy and Physiology AB recommended. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

APBiologyisanintroductorycollege-levelbiologycourse.Studentscultivatetheirunderstandingofbiologythroughinquiry-basedinvestigationsasthey explorethe following topics: evolution, cellularprocesses—energy and communication,genetics,information transfer, ecology,and interactions.

AP Chemistry AB (HP)	Course # 55703 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

11-12
Year Course
Chemistry AB (P) with grade of “B” or better and permission of instructor. Math 3 AB (P) concurrent enrollment required.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

The AP Chemistry course provides students with a college-level foundation to support future advanced course work in chemistry. Students cultivate their understandingofchemistrythroughinquiry-basedinvestigations,astheyexploretopicssuchas:atomicstructure,intermolecularforcesandbonding,chemical reactions,kinetics,thermodynamics,and equilibrium.CreatedbytheAPChemistry DevelopmentCommittee,thecoursecurriculumiscompatiblewithmany Chemistry courses in colleges anduniversities.

AP Environmental Science AB (HP)	Course # 55728 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Biology, Chemistry, Math 1 & Math 2. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS

The AP Environmental Science course is the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science, through which students engagewiththescientificprinciples,concepts,and methodologiesrequiredtounderstand theinterrelationshipsofthenatural world.Thecourserequiresthat students identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary, embracing topics from geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, andgeography.

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AP Physics 1 AB (HP)	Course # 55D11 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in Math 3 AB or higher is required. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of Physics through inquiry-based investigationsastheyexploretopicssuchasNewtonian mechanics(including rotationalmotion); work,energy,andpower;mechanicalwavesand sound;and introductory, simplecircuits.

AP Physics C AB (HP)	Course # 55D01 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in AP Calculus AB or BC or college calculus equivalent. BHS, CNHS, CWHS

Thiscoursepreparesstudentstopass thenationalexam(s) for APPhysicsC(Mechanics)and for APPhysicsC (ElectricityandMagnetism)in May forcollege placement and/or credit. It is a calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in physical scienceorengineering.Thiscourseincludesonesemesterofinstructionin Mechanicsandonesemesterofinstructionin ElectricityandMagnetism.Mechanics explorestopicssuch askinematics; Newton’sLawsofMotion; energy and power; systemsofparticlesand linearmomentum; circularmotion and rotation;and oscillationsandgravitation.ElectricityandMagnetismexplorestopicssuchaselectrostatics;conductor,capacitors,anddielectrics;electriccircuits;magnetic fields;and electromagnetism. Introductory differential and integral calculus are used throughout this course.

Biology AB (P)		Course # 55709 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Biology AB (P) usestheguidanceoftheCAHigh School3-CourseModel fortheNext Generation ScienceStandards tointegrateboth LifeScienceandEarth and Space Science performance expectations. Phenomena and real-world problems will be used to engage students in the core ideas covered in this course, which include homeostasis and life functions in cells and organisms, history of Earth’s atmosphere, inheritance and variation in life, natural selection and evolution, energy and matter flow in organisms and ecosystems, and human impacts on ecosystems. Students will explore and explain these core ideas using the science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts, as well as the Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science performance expectations.

Biology Honors AB (P)		Course # 55708 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course
Grades and teacher recommendation. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Biology Honors AB (P)is a laboratory sciencecoursedesigned topreparestudentstotake APBiology. It usestheguidance oftheCA High School3-Course Model for the Next Generation Science Standards to integrate both Life Science and Earth and Space Science performance expectations. Special emphasis is placed upon thescientific approach tocriticalthinking whileusingthescience and engineering practicesand crosscutting concepts,as well astheEngineering, Technology, and Applications of Science performanceexpectations.

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Biology Honors AB (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W5D01 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement
Grades:	9-10 Duration:               Year Course
Prerequisite:	By student application, concurrent enrollment in Math 2AB, teacher recommendation. Location:	COS
Biology Honors AB (HP)isa laboratoryclassdesigned topreparestudentstotakeAPBiology. Specialemphasisisplaced upon thescientific approach to critical thinking related to problem solvingin laboratory experiments, seminars, project research and presentation.

Biology & Sustainable Ag AB (P)	Course # 35D01.CTE (Refer to CTE Ag Mechanics, Ag Science, Animal Science, Plant & Soil Science Pathways)

CDE Animal Science AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Animal Science Pathway)

Chemistry AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Course # 35G02.CTE

Course # 55710

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in Math 2 AB or higher is recommended. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, E, COS, GHS

Chemistry AB (P) uses the guidance of the CA High School 3-Course Model for the Next Generation Science Standards to integrate both Physical Science (Chemistry) and Earth and Space Science performance expectations. Phenomena and real-world problems will be used to engage students in the core ideas covered in this course, which include: energy and matter transformations in Earth’s systems, element formation and life cycle of stars, understanding of the periodic table, nuclear chemistry, chemical bonds and bulk properties of substances, predicting chemical reactions, stoichiometry, changes to systems in equilibrium,andchemistryoftheenvironment.Studentswill exploreand explain thesecoreideasusingthescienceand engineeringpracticesandcrosscutting concepts, as well as the Engineering,Technology, and Applications of Scienceperformance expectations.

Chemistry and Agriscience AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Science Pathways)

Chemistry/Environmental Engineering-Water AB (P)

Course # 35D02.CTE

Course # 55D20.CTE

(Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway & Environmental Resources Pathway)

Chemistry Honors AB (P)	Course # 55711 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-11
Year Course
Grades and teacher recommendation. Concurrent enrollment in Math 2 AB or higher is recommended. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

Chemistry Honors AB (P)is a laboratory sciencecoursedesignedtopreparestudents totake APChemistry. It usesthe guidanceoftheCAHigh School3-Course Model for the Next Generation Science Standards to integrate both Physical Science (Chemistry) and Earth and Space Science performance expectations.Specialemphasisisplaceduponthescientificapproachtocriticalthinking whileusingthescienceand engineeringpracticesandcrosscutting concepts, as well as theEngineering, Technology, and Applications of Scienceperformance expectations.

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Chemistry Honors AB (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W5D02 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-11
Year Course
By student application, concurrent enrollment in Math 3 or higher, teacher recommendation. COS

Chemistry Honors AB (HP)isa laboratory classdesigned toprovidea foundation in chemistry for studentswhointend totakeAPChemistry. Students willbe expected to complete a lab notebook and a researchproject.

Geology AB (P)		Course # 55037 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Completion of Biology and Math I CNHS

Geologyisayearlong laboratoryphysicalsciencethat meetsrequirements forhigh school graduation. Thiscoursewillintroducestudentstoa study ofthe Earth. TopicsincludetheEarth’ssurfaceand features,itsatmosphereand oceans,the environmentand ourresourcesas wellas Earth historyand processes.

Honors Environmental Sustainability AB (HP)

(Refer to CTE Environmental Resources Pathway)

Integrated Physical Science AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Course # 35D04.CTE

Course # 55D10

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course Corequisite of Math 1.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, COS, E

Integrated Physical Science is a college preparatory lab-based course that immerses students in the topic areas of Chemistry, Physics, and Earth and Space Sciences.Thiscomprehensiveviewgivesthestudentsanunderstanding ofthe conceptsand principlesofscienceand provides fundamentalskillsin scientific inquiry,problem-solvingandtechnologicalskillsnecessarytocompetesuccessfullyinthe21stcentury. Someareasofstudyincludeatomicstructure,periodic table, astronomy, force and motion, cycling ofmatter, and relationships with Earth systems.

Physics AB (P)		Course # 55713 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Concurrent enrollment in Math 2 AB or higher, teacher recommendation. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CART, COS, E

Physics AB (P) uses the guidance of the CA High School 3-Course Model for the Next Generation Science Standards to integrate both Physical Science (Physics) and Earth and Space Science performance expectations. Phenomena and real-world problems will be used to engage students in the core ideas coveredin thiscourse,whichincludelinearmotion,forcesand Newton’sLaws, forcesandmotion in theuniverse,propertiesofgravitationalfields,momentum and collisions, work, energy transformations in systems, natural energy resources, Earth’s internal systems and structure, wave properties, interactions, and technology, static and current electricity, and magnetism. Students will explore and explain these core ideas using the science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts, as well as the Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Scienceperformance expectations.

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Physics Honors (HP) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # W5D01 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Completion of Math 1 & Concurrent Enrollment Math 2 COS

This rigorous full-year course provides students with an engaging honors-level curriculum that emphasizes abstract reasoning and applications of physics concepts to real-world scenarios. Topics are examined in greater detail than general physics and provide a solid foundation for collegiate-level coursework. Course components include on- and two-dimensional motion, momentum, energy and thermodynamics, harmonic motion, waves, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear and modern physics. Throughout the course, students participate in a variety of interactive and hands-on laboratory activities that enhance concept knowledge and develop scientific process skills, including scientific research and technical writing.

Physics and Technology AB (P)	Course # 55901 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Math 1 AB. Concurrent enrollment in Math 2 AB or higher. CHS, CWHS, CART, COS, E

This course gives students a working knowledge of the physical principles that apply to modern technology of today. Physics and technology investigate sevenscientificandphysicalprinciples: force, work,rate,resistance,energy,power,and forcetransformers,and appliestheminaveryrealand practicalway. It does this by relating each of the seven principles to four basic systems: mechanical, fluid, electrical, and thermal systems. Within each of those areas, students construct and perform high quality lab experiments related to actual applications used in modern technology.

Plant Production Management AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Plant & Soil Science Pathway)

Science 1 AB

Course # 33G12.CTE

Course # 55040

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CEHS, COS, CART, CCDS, E, GHS

Science I AB is an entry level high school lab science course. It will focus on concepts of earth and physical sciences with emphasis placed on scientific processes and investigation. This course meets the CUSD graduation requirement in physical science.

Science 2 AB	Course # 55041

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Science2 ABextendsthestudent’ssciencecomprehensionanddevelopmentofhigher-orderthinking skills. It willfocuson lifescience, withan emphasison relevant applicationsusing scientificprocessesand investigations. This course meetstheCUSD graduation requirement in life science.

Sports Medicine AB (P) (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Veterinary Science AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Animal Science Pathway)

Course # R5045

Course # R9986

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Zoology AB (P)		Course # 55715 Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Biology AB with grade of “B” or better and recommendation of instructor. CEHS, CWHS, CART

ZoologyAB givesstudentsan introduction tothefield ofzoology,thescientific studyofthebehavior,structure,physiology, classification,and distribution of animals. Major emphasis is placed on internal and external anatomy, interspecific comparative anatomy/physiology, laboratory studies, natural history, and ecological/phylogenetic relationships.

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WORLD LANGUAGE

American Sign Language 1 AB	Course # 98020

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course Good attendance. BHS

American Sign Language1ABisan introductionto American Sign Language. ASLisavisual-gesturallanguageusedbydeafpeoplein North Americawith itsowndistinct rules,history, grammar,and culture. Thisclassisdesigned forany studentinterested in developingtheskillsnecessarytocommunicatewith deafpeople. Vocabularydevelopmentand grammaticalstructure,as well asdeveloping anunderstanding ofand sensitivitytothecultureofdeafpeople,will be emphasized in this course. This class does not fulfill any part of the foreign language requirement for university admission; however, it does meet graduation requirements.

AP Chinese Language Literature and Culture AB (HP)	Course # 99E02 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Chinese 3AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CWHS

TheAPChineseLanguageand Culture courseinMandarin Chineseemphasizescommunication (understandingand beingunderstood by others)byapplying the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies,andculturalawareness.TheAPChineseLanguageandCulturecoursestrivesnotto overemphasizegrammaticalaccuracyatthe expenseof communication. To best facilitate the study of languageand culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Chinese.

AP French Language Literature and Culture AB (HP)	Course # 98801 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
French 3AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CNHS

The AP French Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying the interpersonal, interpretive,andpresentationalmodesofcommunicationinreal-lifesituations.Thisincludesvocabularyusage,languagecontrol,communication strategies, andculturalawareness. TheAP French LanguageandCulturecoursestrivesnot to overemphasizegrammaticalaccuracy attheexpenseofcommunication.To best facilitate the study of language and culture, thecourse is taught almost exclusively in French.

AP German Language Literature and Culture AB (HP)	Course # 98824 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
German 3AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CHS

The AP German Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying the interpersonal, interpretive,andpresentationalmodesofcommunicationinreal-lifesituations.Thisincludesvocabularyusage,languagecontrol,communicationstrategies, andculturalawareness. TheAP German LanguageandCulturecoursestrivesnottooveremphasizegrammaticalaccuracy attheexpenseofcommunication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in German.

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AP Spanish Language and Culture AB (HP)	Course # 98802 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish 3AB or Spanish 4AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, andculturalawareness. TheAPSpanish LanguageandCulturecoursestrivesnottooveremphasizegrammaticalaccuracy attheexpenseofcommunication.To best facilitate the study of language and culture, thecourse is taught almost exclusively in Spanish.

AP Spanish Literature and Culture AB (HP)	Course # 98814 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement – UC Honors Course

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Advanced Placement Spanish Language AB (HP) with score of “3” or better on A.P. Test, completion of summer reading, must have prior experience in an upper level Spanish class or approval ofinstructor.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS

TheAPSpanish Literatureand Culture courseusesathematicapproachtointroducestudentsto representativetexts(short stories,novels,poetry,and essays) fromPeninsularSpanish,Latin American,and United States Hispanicliterature. Studentscontinuetodevelopproficienciesacrossthefull rangeofthemodes ofcommunication (interpersonal,presentational,and interpretive),honingtheircriticalreadingandanalyticalwritingskills.Literatureisexamined withinthe context ofitstimeand place,asstudents reflect on themany voicesand cultures present in therequired readings. Thecoursealsoincludesa strong focuson cultural connections and comparisons,including exploration of various media (e.g., art, film, articles, and literary criticism).

Chinese 1 AB (P)		Course # 98817 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CWHS, COS, E

Chinese 1AB is an introduction to Mandarin Chinese. Vocabulary and grammatical structure of everyday situations are covered with emphasis on oral communication. Students gain comprehension in character writing of basic sentence structures. They will also develop an appreciation for the Chinese culture, both ancient and modern.

Chinese 2 AB (P)		Course # 98818 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Chinese 1AB with grade of “B” or better, previous experience with language, or approval of instructor. BHS, CWHS, COS, E

Chinese2AB extendsthe student’sability in aural comprehension and speaking fordirect comprehension without translation. Practiceis given in using languagestructures, writingadapted dialogues,and writing fromdictation. Outstanding figuresin Chinesehistory,art, literature, music,and scienceare introduced.

Chinese 3 AB (P)		Course # 98819 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Chinese 2AB with grade of “C” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CWHS

Chinese 3AB enhances the student’s ability to think critically in the Chinese language through the study of literature. Appreciation of art and literature will be the main focus.

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French 1 AB (P)		Course # 98803 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

French 1 AB is an introduction to the language. Vocabulary and grammatical structures will be presented through thematic units with an emphasis on oral, listening, reading and writing expressions. Students will develop an appreciation for the French culture and its influence throughout the world.

French 2 AB (P)		Course # 98804 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
French 1AB with grade of “C” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

French 2 AB continues to expand the students’ knowledge of the language through additional and extended thematic units. Extensive oral communication and grammatical development will be obtained through projects, literature, written expression and cultural activities.

French 3 AB (P)		Course # 98805 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
French 2AB with grade of “C” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

French 3AB is designed to expand and strengthen oral, reading and written communication with an emphasis on literature, composition and conversation.

French 4 AB (P)		Course # 98826 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
French 3AB with a grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

French4ABisdesigned forstudentstodevelop and strengthen theirlanguageskillsatan advanced level. Studentswillread, write, listen,and speak at this level. There will be an emphasis on literature, culture, andconversation.

German 1 AB (P)		Course # 98806 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CHS, COS, E

German1 ABisanintroduction tothelanguage. Vocabularyand grammaticalstructures willbepresented throughthematicunitswith an emphasison oral, listening, reading and writing expressions. Students will develop an appreciation forthe German cultureand itsinfluencethroughout the world.

German 2 AB (P)		Course # 98807 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
German 1AB with grade of “C” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CHS, COS, E

German 2 AB continues to expand the students’ knowledge of the language through additional and extended thematic units. Extensive oral communication and grammatical development will be obtained through projects, literature, written expression and cultural activities.

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German 3 AB (P)		Course # 98808 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
German 2AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CHS

German 3AB is designed to expand and strengthen oral, reading and written communication with an emphasis on literature, composition and conversation.

Hmong 1 AB (P)		Course # 98816 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course Permission of Instructor BHS, CEHS, CHS

Hmong1 ABisan introduction tothelanguage. Vocabularyand grammaticalstructureswillbepresented throughthematicunitswith an emphasison oral, listening, reading and writing expressions. Students willdevelop an appreciation forthe Hmongcultureand its influencethroughout the world.

Hmong 2 AB (P)		Course # 98832 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Passing grade of “C” or better in Hmong 1AB or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS

Hmong2AB isdesigned to providea more in-depth knowledge of the Hmong language for non-native speakers. Thiscourse will extend student’sknowledge of Hmong language through theuse of short stories, history, art and music. The course will maintain and extend oral language, written language,and cultural literacy learned in Hmong1AB.

Hmong 3 AB (P)		Course # 99E01 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Passing grade of “B” or better in Hmong 2AB CEHS, CHS

Hmong 3AB is designed to expand and strengthen oral, reading and written communication with an emphasis on culture, composition, and conversation.

Latin 1 (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 99E17 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
COS

Students begin their introduction to Latin with fundamental building blocks in four key areas of foreign language study: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course consists of 180 lesson days formatted in intuitive calendar view, which can be divided into two 90-day semesters and representsanidealblend of languagelearningpedagogy and onlinelearning.As studentsbegin thecourse,theyconstructtheirown“Avatarstore”.Eachweek consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, numerous interactive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, and cultural presentations covering significant aspects of Roman culture of their modern-day manifestations,and assessments. Thecoursehasbeen carefully aligned tonational standardsasset forth by ACTFL(the American Councilon the Teaching of Foreign Languages).

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Latin 2 (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 99E18 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course
Latin I, C or higher or counselor approved. COS

StudentscontinuetheirintroductiontoLatin withfundamentalbuildingblocksin fourkeyareasofforeign languagestudy: listeningcomprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course consists of 180 lesson days formatted in an intuitive calendar view, which can be divided into two 90-day semesters and represents an ideal blend of language learning pedagogy and online learning. As students begin the course, they construct their own Avatar that accumulates “Avatar bucks”—by performing well on course tasks—to use to purchase items (virtual clothing, gadgets, scenery, etc.) at the “Avatar store”. Each week consistsofanewvocabularythemeand grammarconcept,anotableancientmyth in Latin,numerousinteractive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, readingand listeningcomprehensionactivities,speakingand writingactivities,andculturalpresentationscoveringsignificantaspectsofRomancultureortheir modern-day manifestations, and assessments. Thecoursehasbeen carefully aligned to national standardsas set forth by ACTFL(the AmericanCouncilon the Teaching of Foreign Languages).

Spanish 1 AB (P)		Course # 98811 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Spanish 1 AB is an introduction to the language. Vocabulary and grammatical structures will be presented through thematic units with an emphasis on oral, listening, reading and writing expressions. Students will develop an appreciation for the Hispanic culture and its influence throughout the world.

Spanish 2 AB (P)		Course # 98812 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish 1AB with grade of “C” or better in both semesters or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Spanish 2 AB continues to expand the students’ knowledge of the language through additional and extended thematic units. Extensive oral communication and grammatical development will be obtained through projects, literature, written expression and cultural activities.

Spanish 2 Honors AB (P)		Course # 99E50 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish I with a grade of “A” or fluent in Spanish. CWHS

Spanish 2 Honors will continue to expand the students’ knowledge of the language through additional and extended thematic units. Students will focus on reading,writing, and formalpresentations. Theclasswillbeconducted inthetarget languageatanaccelerated pacewhileenhancinglanguageskillstoprepare for advanced languagecourses.

Spanish 3 AB (P)		Course # 98813 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish 2AB or Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1AB or 2AB with grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

Spanish 3AB is designed to expand and strengthen oral, reading and written communication with an emphasis on literature, composition and conversation.

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Spanish 3 Honors AB (P)		Course # 99E51 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish 2 Honors with a grade of “B” or better. CNHS, CWHS

Spanish3 Honorsassumescontrolofvocabularyand grammarstructureslearned inpreviouslevels. Theclasswillintroducenewadvanced grammar,andwill laythefoundation forinterpersonal,interpretative,andpresentationalskillsneeded tosucceedin anadvancedlanguageclass. Studentswillfocuson reading, writing, and formal presentations. Instruction will be conducted in thetarget language at an accelerated pace.

Spanish 4 AB (P)		Course # 98827 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish 3AB with a grade of “B” or better or approval of instructor. BHS, CEHS, CNHS, CWHS

Spanish4AB isdesigned forstudentsto develop and strengthen theirlanguage skillsat an advanced level. Studentswillread,write, listen,and speak atthis level. There will be an emphasis on literature, culture, andconversation.

Spanish for Native Speakers 1 AB (P)	Course # 98829 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Student must be a Spanish speaker. CEHS, CHS

Spanish for NativeSpeakers1AB isdesigned toprovideahigh leveloflanguageinstruction throughtheuseofliterature,essay writing,oralcommunication and listening comprehension.

Spanish for Native Speakers 2 AB (P)	Course # 98830 Meets UC A-G “E” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Spanish for Native Speakers 1AB, grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor. CEHS, CHS

Spanish for NativeSpeakers2AB (Level2)isdesigned tocontinuethehigh level of languageinstruction provided in Level 1 through moreadvanced and extensive literature, essay writing, oral communication and listening comprehension.

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ELECTIVES

Art History A (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 78004 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
COS, E

Thiscourse willprovideabroad overviewofthehistory ofArt,beginning with prehistoric Art and ending with contemporary Art. European Art and material from areas outside the European tradition, such as sub-Saharan Africa, India, China, Japan, and the pre-Columbian Americas will be covered. The course is intendedtoprovidestudentsa familiarity with thedevelopment ofArt,itsmajormovementsand figures,itsrelationship tothehistoricalandculturalcontextin which it wascreated.

Auto 2 AB		Course # 30088.CTE (Refer to CTE Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair Pathway)

Auto 2 A (Automotive Electrical Systems)	Course # 30053

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Semester Course; to be taken with Auto 2B. Auto 1AB with grade of “C” or better. CWHS

Thiscoursedeals with the electrical needs oftheautomobileand its related components. It involves adetailed study ofthe starting, charging, ignition, lighting, computer controls, and auxiliary electrical systems used on the car. Students will work with and study the electrical test equipment used in troubleshooting the above-mentioned systems. Lab workwillincludethestudyofdiagramsandthecorrection ofmalfunctioningelectrical systemsand theirrelated components.

Auto 2 B (Auto Brake and Suspension Systems)	Course # 30054

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Semester Course; to be taken with Auto 2A. Auto 1AB with grade of “C” orbetter. CWHS

This course focuses on the design, function, and construction of automotive brakes, suspension, steering, tires, and wheel alignment. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the above-mentioned systems and participate in the diagnosis and correction of problems related to same.

Auto 3 AB		Course # 30089.CTE (Refer to CTE Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair Pathway)

Auto 3 A (Automotive Transmission and PowerTrain) AB	Course # 30059

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Semester Course; to be taken with Auto 3B
20 units of prior automotive coursework with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor. CWHS

Thiscourseisdesigned toprovidethestudent with anunderstandingofhowpoweris transmitted from theengineto thedriving wheels. Theclutch assembly, manualand automatictransmission,universaljoint, propellershaft,differential, and theaxleassembly willbethefocal pointsof studyduringthesemester. The student will participate in the disassembly, servicing, and reassembly of these components.

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Auto 3 B (Automotive Engines) AB	Course # 30035

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Semester Course; to be taken with Auto 3A
20 units of prior automotive coursework with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor. CWHS

Thiscourse focuseson thetheory,design,construction,andoperationoftheinternalcombustion engine. Laboratory work willconsist oftheengine manufacturing processes and involveenginedisassembly, measurement, inspection, machining, reassembly, and adjustment

Auto Systems Technology AB (ROP)	Course # R3002 (Refer to CTE Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair Pathway)

Basic Auto AB		Course # 30087.CTE (Refer to CTE Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair Pathway)

Basic Foods AB	Course # 30041

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, E, GHS

BasicFoodsABprovidesanintroductiontobasicterms,safety,recipes, measurementandnutrition. Areasofemphasisincludefruitsand vegetables,milkand dairy products,breads, dessertsand meat preparation. Food preparation days, meal planning, and budgeting are also included.

Basic Metal Manufacturing AB	Course # 30073.CTE (Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Basic Woodworking AB	Course # 30074

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS

BasicWoodworking ABisan exploratorycoursewhichincludesinstructionandpracticein safety,measurement,planning, woodidentificationanduse,hand and machinewoodworking tools, wood joinery, and wood finishing. Students will be required to construct severalinstructor-assigned projects.

Building Trades Internship AB (ROP)	Course # R3016 (Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Business & Financial Services Internship AB (P) (Refer to CTE Financial Services Pathway)

Careers AB

Course # 33G16.CTE

Course # 30032

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Careers ABisdesigned toacquaintthestudent with information and skillsneeded to find and keep theright job, andtohandleadult situations. Careersmaybe used to meet the unit requirement in Business, Home Economics, and IndustrialTechnology.

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Career Exploration AB – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33030

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
COS, E

This course prepares middle and high school students to make informed decisions about their future academic and occupational goals. Through direct instruction,interactiveskillsdemonstrations,and practiceassignments,studentslearnhowtoassesstheirownskillsand interests,exploreindustryclustersand pathways, and develop plans for career and academic development. This course is designed to provide flexibility for students; any number of units can be selected to comprisea coursethat meets the specific needs of each student’sskills and interests.

Careers in Child Development AB (ROP) (P)

(Refer to CTE Child Development Pathway)

Careers in Education AB (ROP) (P)

(Refer to CTE Education Pathway)

Child Development A

Course # R9081

Course # R9046

Course # 30042

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course
None; Recommended for students entering elementary education or other child-related career. CCDS, E

Child Development A includes units in pregnancy and prenatal development, infant care, growth and development patterns during early childhood, and techniques of discipline and guidance. Students will observe and work with preschool children regularly to enable them to have actual experience in working with young children.

Collaborative Mentoring AB	Course # 00066

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Application including teacher recommendation, interview and resulting permission of instructor(s), eligibility Statement, confidentiality agreement.
BHS, CHS

This course is designed for General Education (Mentor) students who desire to help others who have special needs, students with IEPs, or 504 plans. Mentor students will work one-on-one with Special Education students in elective courses. Mentors will develop leadership skills, learn problem-solving skills and behavior management techniques. Special Education students will work with a mentor student to complete a variety of projects. Special Education students will develop listening skills, cooperative learning skills, social skills, and appropriate classroom behavior.

Computer Aided Design and Engineering (P)	Course # 43G02 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Grade of B or A in Math 1 (or B or A in higher level math course) CNHS

AP Computer Science Principles is a course that delves into five specific aspects of computer science: The Internet teaches students how the multilayered systemsoftheinternet function as studentscollaboratively solveproblems; Digital Information teachesstudentstouseavariety oftoolsto look at ,generate cleanand manipulatedataand exploretherelationshipbetweeninformation anddata;Algorithmsand ProgrammingteachesstudentstheJavaScriptlanguage with turtle programming in a lab setting while learning general principles of algorithms and program design; Big Data and Privacy teaches students how to research current eventsaround complex questionsrelated topublicpolicy, law,ethicsandsocietalimpact; BuildingAppsteachesstudentshowtocreateand series of applicationsthat live on theweb using JavaScript programming language. The final unit prepares students for the AP Exam.

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Computer Applications I AB

(Refer to CTE Financial Services Pathway)

Construction Technology I AB - Introduction

Course # 39013.CTE

Course # 33G04.CTE

(Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Criminal Investigation AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Public Safety Pathway)

Criminal Justice AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Public Safety Pathway)

Culinary Arts AB (ROP) (P)

(Refer to CTE Food Service and Hospitality Pathway)

Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management AB (ROP) (P) (Refer to CTE Food Service and Hospitality Pathway)

Diesel Engine Technology (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Systems Diagnostic, Service, and Repair Pathway)

Course # R9094

Course # R9048

Course # R3017

Course # R3905

Course # R3050

Electronic Systems – Sound and Communication AB (ROP) Course # R3021 (Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Engine Technology AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Systems, Diagnostics Service Repair Pathway)

Entrepreneurship and Marketing AB

Course # R3010

Course # 39060

Grade: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

12
Year Course Application Process.
BHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS,

This course emphasizes marketing in the study of entrepreneurship. Students learnhow the tools of marketing decisions for goods and services are used in business. They engagein marketing analysis and research. Students will learn to solvemarketing related problemsa businessmay face,and they will alsotake a practical look at building a marketing plan for the development of a new product or service.

Exploring Computer Science (P)	Course # 43G01.CTE (Refer to CTE Software and Systems Development Pathway)

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Fashion Design A	Course # 30043

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
CCDS, E, GHS

Fashion Design Aisa onesemestercoursein thebasicsof fashion. Units covered includethedesign elementsand color asthey apply to figuresilhouetteand fashion selection;basictextilesused in thefashion industry;ahistory offashion overthepast 200 years; wardrobeselection and planning; thebasics of fashion illustration techniques; and careers available in the field of fashion design and merchandising.

Financial Literacy AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Financial Services Pathway)

Fire Fighting Technology I AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Emergency Response Pathway)

Fire Fighting Technology II AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Emergency Response Pathway)

Focus on College and Career A (P)

Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Course # 33G14.CTE

Course # R3018

Course # R3028

Course # 33029

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12 Semester None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Focuson Collegeand Careerisa one-semestercoursedesigned tohelp studentslearnand practicevaluableskillstohelp themidentifypersonalstrengths,areas of interests,and career pathways to possible futurepost-secondary endeavors. Students willdemonstratetheirunderstanding ofcareerpathsthrough avariety ofassessments,projects,jobsimulations,speeches,researchassignments,andcounselorguidancelessons.Studentswillalsoidentifyacademicinterests,skills, valuesandpersonalitytypes,researchemployersand industries,gain experiencewithpublicspeakingandinterviewskills,familiarizethemselveswithcollege and job search tools, strengthen writing and communication skills, learn goal setting, all culminating in completion of a10 Year Plan.

Food Science AB (P)		Course # 33G08.CTE (Refer to CTE Agricultural Science Pathway)

Food Science and Nutrition AB (P)

(Refer to CTE Food Service and Hospitality)

Fundamentals of Carpentry AB

Course # 33G11.CTE

Course # 33012.CTE

(Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction)

Furniture as Art AB	Course # 77001

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Good attendance and citizenship. BHS

This course is a study of studio furniture design, the history of furniture, and furniture making. Students will gain insights into the design process; develop a visual vocabulary of design elements to express ideas, and to direct the design process to bring the visual vocabulary to a 3-dimensional form. Students will work through the design process and create an object of their choice using wood, glass, stone, metal, plastic fiber, and other mediums. Students will also study the history of furniture from the ancient world to modern furniture.

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General Work Experience AB	Course # 00002

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Approval of parent, counselor, WEE coordinator, employer; acceptable employment; 16 years of age. BHS, CEHS, GHS

GeneralWorkExperience ABisacombination ofworkexperienceeducationand paid employmentdesigned toassist thestudent in acquiringdesirablework habits, skills, and attitudes. The paid employment need not be related to the student’s career goal(s). The student is required to attend a weekly meeting to completerelatedinstructionalassignmentsandto submittimecardstotheWEEcoordinatorby specificdates. Amaximumof20 GeneralWorkExperience credits can beearned.

Health & Medical Wellness (P) (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

History Through Film A

Course # R3G04

Course # 60G04

Grades:	10-12
Duration:	Semester Course Prerequisite:	None
Location:	CHS
Studyinghistoricaloccurrencesofarmed conflict providesperspectiveforshaping responsestothecomplex and often contentiouspeaceand security issues regardingcurrentconflicts.Thisisessentialbackgroundinformation forconflict management,resolution,preventionandpeacebuilding.Withconflictasthe focus, this course examines Hollywood feature films and historical dramas as historical evidence. Students view movies on various conflicts, participate in seminardiscussions, and write essays comparing the film evidence to information in moretraditional sources.

Honors Computer Integrated Manufacturing AB (HP) (Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

Honors Principles of Engineering AB (HP)

(Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

Interior Decoration A

Course # 35G06.CTE

Course # 53G04.CTE

Course # 30044

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
CCDS, E

InteriorDecoration Aisa semestercoursethatincludesunitsindesigning floorplans,theprinciplesofdesign,theuseofcolor, lighting variations and furniture styles, and arrangements. Students will complete interior decorationprojects.

Intermediate Woodworking AB	Course # 30082

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
One year of basic woodworking at the intermediate or high school level with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor.
BHS

Intermediate Woodworking AB focuses on the efficient methods of planning and designing projects that are well suited to the accepted techniques of constructionanduse. Thestudent willberequired toapplynumerouswoodworking machinesand processestoanumberof required and individuallydesigned projects. Thecourse willprepare students for advanced woodworking or any vocationalcabinetmaking and millwork class.

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Introduction to Business AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 30025 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, COS, E, GHS

This is a yearlong course designed to give students general business and computer skills. Units covered include: Human Relations, Getting a Job, Business Machines, Personal Finance, Cashiering, and Business Career Path Exploration, a core of business concepts, and applications from global economics and internationalbusinesstoentrepreneursand localbusinesses, fromfinancialinstitutionstogovernmentandtaxes, frommanagingcreditandpersonalfinancesto job hunting.

Introduction to Computers A	Course # 30014

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course
Keyboarding A or teacher permission. CHS

This course is designed for students to improve basic computer skills by exploring a variety of computer applications utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (Word,Excel, Power Point). Studentswillalsobeintroduced toanddevelop skillsintheareaofcareerpreparations, jobacquisition and retention,business communications, financial concepts, and leadershipdevelopment.

Introduction to Finance AB (P)	Course # 33615.CTE (Refer to CTE Financial Services Pathway)

Introduction to Information Tech –ONLINE COURSE	Course # 30031

Grades: Duration: Prerequisites: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
COS

This course introduces students to the essential technical and professional skills required in the field of Information Technology (IT). Through hands-on projectsandwritten assignments,studentsgainanunderstandingoftheoperationofcomputers,computernetworks,Internet fundamentals,programming,and computer support. Students also learn about the social impact of technological change and the ethical issues related to technology. Throughout the course, instructionalactivities emphasize safety, professionalism accountability, and efficiency for workers within the field of IT.

Journalism & Publishing AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Design, Visual, & Media Arts Pathway)

Keyboarding A

Course # R3004

Course # 30015

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
CHS

This course is intended for students who desire keyboarding skills that will enable them to use a computer efficiently. Students will master the touch method of keying the alphabetic and number keys and the numeric keypad. Students will have some exposure to basic computer applications and skills.

Manufacturing and Product Design (ROP)	Course # R5020 (Refer to CTE Product, Innovation, and Design Pathway)

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Marketing Management 1 AB	Course # 30016

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
BHS, COS, E, GHS

Marketing/Management1ABteachesstudentsimportantaspectsofmarketingasacareer,communicationsandhuman relationsskills,thechangingconsumer market, planning sales promotion and advertising, marketing research in retailing, developing pricing policies, free enterprise and profits, computerized inventory-control systems and dataprocessing.

Marketing Management 2 AB	Course # 30017

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Marketing Management 1AB; permission of instructor. BHS

MarketingManagement 2ABisdesignedtoprovideadvanced marketing students with an opportunityto applyskillsinapractical situation. Thestudentsact as assistant managers of the student store. Under close supervision of the teacher, the students perform most tasks associated with the operations of a small retail business.

Medical Careers AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Medical Health Careers (P)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Medical Terminology AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE

Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Course # R3019

Course # 33G17.CTE

Course # 33032

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
COS

This semester-long course introduces students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, and singular and pluralforms,plusmedicalabbreviationsand acronyms. Thecourseallowsstudentstoachievecomprehensionofmedicalvocabulary appropriatetohealthcare settings, medical procedures, pharmacology, human anatomy and physiology, and pathology. The knowledge and skills gained in this course will provide students entering the healthcare field with a deeper understanding of the application of the language of health and medicine. Students are introduced to these skills through direct instruction, interactive tasks, and practice assignments.

Multi-Craft Core Curriculum:
Building Scaled Structures AB (HP) (ROP)	Course # R3G01

(Refer to CTE Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway)

Nursing Assistant AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33033 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
COS

Thiscourseprepares studentstoprovideand assist with all aspectsof activities ofdaily living and nursing careforthe adult patient in hospital, long-term care,and homesettings.Throughdirect instruction,interactiveskills demonstrations,and practice assignments,studentsaretaught the basics of nurse assisting, including interpersonal skills, medical terminology, care procedures, legal and ethical responsibilities, safe and efficientwork,gerontology, nutrition,emergencyskill,andemployabilityskills.Successfulcompletionofthiscoursefromanapprovedprogram prepares the student for state certification for employment as a Nursing Assistant.

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Online Learning & Digital Citizenship AB – ONLINE COURSE Course # 00008

Duration: Location:

Semester Course COS, E

Thisone-semestercourseprovidesstudentswithacomprehensiveintroductiontoonlinelearning,includinghowtoworkindependently,stay safe,anddevelop effective study habits in virtual learning environments. Featuring direct-instruction videos, interactive tasks, authentic projects, and rigorous assessments, the course prepares students for high school by providing in-depth instruction and practice in important study skills such as time management, effective note-taking, test preparation, and collaborating effectively online. By the end of the course, students will understand what it takes to be successful online learners and responsible digitalcitizens.

On Your Own A	Course # 30046

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
CCDS, COS, E, GHS

On YourOwn isa courseforstudentsinterestedin learningabouttherightsand responsibilitiesofindependent youngadults. Topicsincludeapartment living, money management, basic foodscookery, food buying,nutrition,automobile purchases,credit, consumer laws, sewing skills,and job skills.

Parenting 1 AB	Course # 30048

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, E, GHS

Parenting1ABisdesigned fortheteenageexpectant parent emphasizinggood prenatal health, preparation forthetotalbirth experience,careofnewborn,and basicsof living on own. It willacquaintthestudent with agenciesavailableto them,help develop self-confidenceand work with educationaland vocational goals.

Parenting 2 AB	Course # 30050

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, E, GHS

Parenting2ABincludesunitsconcerningthechild fromsix weekstopreschoolage. Theseunitsincludegrowthanddevelopmentpatterns,dailycare,activities for and with the child, techniques of discipline and guidance, cross-cultural aspects of child rearing, food for the baby/family, medical care, consumerism, marriage, safety,budgeting, housing, community resources, child and parent self-esteem, and future plans forthe family.

Parenting 3 AB	Course # 30052

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
CCDS, E, GHS

Parenting3AB focuseson children between ages2 and4. Unitsincludegrowthanddevelopment, health and nutrition, medicalcare, self-concept,dailycare andparenting,disciplinestrategiesand guidance,ageappropriateactivities,preschool readiness, familyandcommunication,and community resources.

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Personal Finance AB (P) - ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33G20 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course
Math 1, C or higher or counselor approval. COS

This one-semester elective prepares students to navigate personal finance with confidence. The course opens with a study of what it means to be financially responsible, engaging students in budgeting, planning, and being a smart consumer. Students learn about the relationship between education, employment, income, and net worth, and they plan for the cost of college. Students then broaden their study to include banking, spending, investing, and other money managementconceptsbeforeexploringcreditanddebt.Inthefinalunit ofthecourse,studentsstudymicroeconomicsandentrepreneurship, withan overview of economic systems, supply and demand, consumer behavior and incentives, and profit principles. The course concludes with an in-depth case study about starting abusiness.

Pharmacy Technician AB (P) – ONLINE COURSE	Course # 33035 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Year Course None
COS

Thistwo-semestercoursepreparesstudentsforemploymentinthepharmacytechnicianfield. Throughdirect instruction,interactiveskillsdemonstrations,and practice assignments, students learn the basics of pharmacy assisting, including various pharmacy calculations and measurements, pharmacy law, pharmacology, medical terminology and abbreviations, medicinal drugs, sterile techniques, USP 795 and 797 standards, maintenance of inventory, patient record systems, data processing automation in the pharmacy, and employability skills.

Principles of Athletic Training AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Principles of Engineering & Robotics AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Course # R9065

Course # 35G03

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
BHS, CEHS, CNHS

Principles of Engineering will be provided a systems approach to Robotic Engineering. Students will learn computer-aided design, programming, basic electricity, and fabrication skills needed to design, build and test robots. Coursework in these areas will be focused around the FIRST Robotics Competition. This course explores the interaction of science and technology designed to interest students in the Field of robotics and motivate them to pursue advanced education in science and engineering.

Publishing Management AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Design, Visual, & Media Arts Pathway)

Rehabilitation Therapy Careers AB (P) (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Small Business Management AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Financial Services Pathway)

Course # R9079

Course # R3G03

Course # R9095

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Sociology of the Family A	Course # 30047

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

10-12
Semester Course None
CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Sociology oftheFamily Aisaonesemesterclass with amajoremphasis on thefamily asanuclearunit. An understanding ofproblem-solvingtechniques and familydecision-making willbepresented in such areasas: personality,dating, marriage, family management, family crisisand changing familypatterns
.

Sports Medicine/Fitness (P) (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Patient Care Pathway)

Success A

Course # R5045

Course # 30051

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Success A will focus on improving social and personal skills to promote improved interpersonal relationships, self-knowledge, self-esteem, responsibility, communicationskills,assertivenessandproblem-solving,decision-making,goalsetting,realizationandstressmanagement skills. Studentswillbetaughtto relate positively and effectively with peers, teachers, parents, and authority figures.

Welding Fabrication and Application AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Mechanics Pathway)

Welding Processes and Fabrication AB (ROP)

(Refer to CTE Agricultural Mechanics Pathway)

Course # R3041

Course # R3029

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS

AVID 9AB (P)                                                                                 Course # 00905 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

MajorConcepts/Content:AdvancementViaIndividualDetermination (AVID)isan electivecoursethatpreparesstudentsforcollegereadinessand success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities, and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activitiesthatincorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization,and reading to support their academic growth.

AVID 10AB (P)                                                                               Course # 00904 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

MajorConcepts/Content:AdvancementViaIndividualDetermination (AVID)isan electivecoursethatpreparesstudentsforcollegereadinessand success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities, and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activitiesthatincorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization,and reading to support their academic growth.

AVID 11AB (P)                                                                               Course # 00903 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

MajorConcepts/Content:AdvancementViaIndividualDetermination (AVID)isan electivecoursethatprepares studentsforcollegereadinessand success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities, and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activitiesthat incorporate strategies focused on writing,inquiry, collaboration, organization,and reading to support their academic growth.

AVID 12AB (P)                                                                               Course # 00901 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS

MajorConcepts/Content:AdvancementViaIndividualDetermination (AVID)isan electivecoursethatpreparesstudentsforcollegereadinessand success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities, and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activitiesthat incorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading to support their academic growth.

Community Involvement A	Course # 00037

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12 Semester None COS, E

Community involvement is available to students enrolled in Alternative Education. In this program students volunteer their time to provide worthwhile services to their community. Students may earn up to five elective credits per semester. Twenty hours of community involvement is required for each credit. The student or parent must furnish transportation. The work Experience Coordinator must approve the job site before the student starts work. Student volunteers will meet with the Work Experience Coordinator once a week for work related classroom instruction.

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Debate AB	Course # 23010

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission of Instructor, weekend competitions are required. CEHS

DebateABisacourseincompetitivespeech whichprovidesinstructionin argumentationtheoryandapplicationleadingtoparticipationin interscholastic debate contests. Thecourseemphasizes research, analysis, organizational skills,debate theory and persuasive speaking.

Forensics AB (P)		Course # 23517 Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Permission of Instructor, weekend competitions are required. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS

Forensics AB (P) is a course in competitive speech which provides the student with the opportunity to manifest oral skills through preparation for, and participationin,interscholasticspeech. Avarietyofspeech eventsprovideexposuretoactingwith humorousordramaticinterpretations:research skillswith originaleventsandcriticalanalysiswith writinginpreparation forevents.Thecoursealsoencouragesacreativeoutlet foryoung writerswith aprose/poetry emphasis.

Honors Engineering Design & Development AB (HP) (Refer to CTE Engineering Design Pathway)

Journalism AB (P)

Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement

Course # 35G05.CTE

Course # 22519

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12, elective Year Course
Approval of instructor CEHS, CHS

JournalismAB(P)coverstheorganization, management,production,andaimsofa student newspaper. Thecourse emphasizestheprinciplesofreporting and thewritingofnews stories, features, and opinionpieces. Thecoursecoverslibel lawand ethicsastheyapplytoboth scholasticand professionalpublications.

Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science I AB (P*)	Course # J0001 Pending UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course None
CEHS

A United States Air Force JROTC program available only to full-time Clovis East High School students. The program offers citizenship education, leadership education, aviation history, cultural studies, science of flight, physical and biological sciences, and physical education. Students may take one or more years, and each year is completely different. Students are eligible for ROTC college scholarships, a chance to attend a service academy and with three years, advanced rank upon entry into the armed forces. Students may attend field trips to various aerospace facilities, drill meets, sport competitions, parades and perform community service.

Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science II AB (P*)                             Course # J0002 Pending UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-10
Year Course None
CEHS

A United States Air Force JROTC program available only to full-time Clovis East High School students. The program offers citizenship education, leadership education, aviation history, cultural studies, science of flight, physical and biological sciences, and physical education. Students may take one or more years, and each year is completely different. Students are eligible for ROTC college scholarships, a chance to attend a service academy and with three years, advanced rank upon entry into the armed forces. Students may attend field trips to various aerospace facilities, drill meets, sport competitions, parades and perform community service.

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Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science III AB (P*)                            Course # J0003 Pending UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Aerospace Science 1 and/or 2. CEHS

A United States Air Force JROTC program available only to full-time Clovis East High School students. The program offers life skills, leadership, management,careeropportunities,astronomy,culturalstudies,spacescience,physicaleducation,and survivaltraining. Studentsmaytakeoneormoreyears, and each year is completely different. Students are eligible for ROTC college scholarships, a chance to attend a service academy and with three years, advanced rank upon entry into the armed forces. Students may attend field trips to various aerospace facilities, drill meets, sport competitions, parades and perform community service.

Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science IV AB (P*)	Course # J0004 Pending UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course
Aerospace Science 1 and/or 2. CEHS

A United States Air Force JROTC program available only to full-time Clovis East High School students. The program offers life skills, leadership, management,careeropportunities,astronomy,culturalstudies,spacescience,physicaleducation,and survivaltraining. Studentsmaytakeoneormoreyears, and each year is completely different. Students are eligible for ROTC college scholarships, a chance to attend a service academy and with three years, advanced rank upon entry into the armed forces. Students may attend field trips to various aerospace facilities, drill meets, sport competitions, parades and perform community service.

Nursery Assistant A	Course # 30097

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Semester Course None
GHS

TheNurseryassistantsin theYouth Parent Program(YPP)arerequired toassistin providingstudent/parents with childcareandparenting educationto enable students to complete their high school education and to better care for their children. The parent and child education center is also utilized as a vocational training center for students desiring a career in the field of child development. Students are given the opportunity to study child development and work with infants and toddlers to prepare for future jobs and parenthood. Students are taught enrichment activities for children, positive discipline, good nutrition and health practices.

Office Assistant (Student Aid) A	Course # 00005

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course, maximum of 20 credits (Pass/Fail)
Approval of instructor, supervisor, and student’s counselor. BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, GHS

OfficeAssistant (Student Aide)Aprovidesan officework experience withintheschool setting. Thestudent willneed topossessorlearn anumberofclerical skills. Course will be granted on a pass/failbasis.

Peer Counseling (P*)		Course # 00G01 Pending UC A-G “G” Requirement

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course None
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E, GHS

The goal of this year-long class is to train students in communication techniques and core counseling skills used to provide peer socio-emotional support and intervention. Peer counselors are certified in decision-making, problem solving, conflict/resolution, and other peer-helping strategies. Throughout the course, peer counseling students will participate in lessons focusing on frame of reference, judgements, values, conflict-mediation and several life skills. In addition, peer counselors also provide community services to the Fresno/Clovis area and surrounding communities. Peer counselors are also responsible for forming PC Ambassador teams teaching refusal skills, anti-bullying skills, drug, alcohol, and tobacco prevention within their designated district area.

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Service Leadership AB	Course # 00069

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

11-12
Year Course Instructor approval. BHS, CNHS

Service Based Leadership is a year-long course which emphasizes the purpose and importance of volunteer work. Students may take this course to provide theirtimeand talentstothecommunity or asa way to explorevariouspotential careerfields. Students will studythehistory ofcommunity serviceand look at modern day examples of companies that “giveback.” All students will volunteer a minimum of four hours per week.

Student Leadership AB	Course # 00007

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite:

Location:

9-12
Year Course
Student Body officers, class presidents or vice-presidents, and other student leaders with approval of Activities Director.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, COS, E

Student Leadership ABisaYearCourse whichdevelopstheorganizational,motivational,and academicskillsofthe courseparticipants. Activitieswithinthe school, district, community, and state provide students with a myriad of educational experiences. Emphasis is placed on student-conceived and student-organized programs. Students learn skills in communication and problem solving.

Study Skills AB	Course # 00008

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Instructor/Counselor recommendation.
BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

StudySkillsprovidesan opportunity forstudenttoparticipatein acquisition ofthoseskillsnecessaryto organizetheirtime,tousetextbooks and library facilities efficiently, to make decisions which optimize success in high school and the future, and to takenotes efficiently.

Tutoring AB	Course # 00009

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course
Instructor/Counselor recommendation.
BHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS, CCDS, COS, E, GHS

Tutoring ABprovidestheopportunityforhigh schoolstudentsto work with youngerstudentsin aclassroomsetting. Thetutormay work one-on-one,in small groups or in providing assistance tothe teacher.

Yearbook Production AB	Course # 30051

Grades: Duration: Prerequisite: Location:

9-12
Year Course Permission of Instructor
CEHS, CHS, CWHS, COS, E

Yearbook Production AB is designed to provide students with the skills necessary for the production and marketing of the school yearbook.     Students develop skills in layout design, copywriting, editing, proofreading, advertising, marketing and business management.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION

The Special Education Departments at various high school sites provide a continuum of services to meet the needs of students with identified disabilities. The Individualized Education Program developed by the IEP team will determine the necessary support/services for students with exceptional needs. The Individual Education Program provides options within the Resource Specialist Program, Vocational Certificate Program, Functional Life Skills Program, Adolescent Intervention Program or Special Day Class Program.

The Resource Specialist Program (RSP) provides services designed to accommodate special needs students who are capable of meeting the state and district approved standards for graduation with a diploma. Students who receive RSP services may be served through consultation, or supported classrooms as determined by the student’s Individual Education Program. Students receiving consultation, or supported classroom RSP services are instructed in the general education classrooms by general education teachers and special education staff to provide appropriate instruction and accommodations for the student in the general education curriculum.

The Vocational Certificate Program uses an alternative curriculum to prepare students for the workforce upon leaving high school. It focuses on academics that match student abilities and interests as well as providing skills needed for the future. Through this program, students will have the opportunity to develop prevocational and independent skills that will prepare them to be successful, productive and self-sufficient members of their community. Upon completion of the Vocational Certificate Program, students will earn a Vocational Competency Certificate and Vocational Competency Checklist based on skills mastered for the Secretaries Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS).

The Functional Life Skills Program uses an alternative curriculum designed for students with disabilities whose educational needs cannot be met through the Clovis Unified School District’s general education curriculum frameworks. Students in this program must complete the minimum number of units required by each high school to earn a Certificate of Completion. Coursework includes P.E., English, Math, Occupational Guidance, Daily Living, and Personal/Social Skills.

The Adolescent Intervention Program (AIP) is a highly structured and restrictive therapeutic program designed for high school aged students with severe social, emotional, and behavior needs. These students require a high level of structure and supervision which is not feasible in the general education classroom. Students in this program have the option of earning a diploma, a Vocational Competency or a Certificate of Completion based on the students Individual Education Program.

The Special Day Class for students with Severe Disabilities (SD) provides specialized academic instruction and services to students with severe disabilities while utilizing an interdisciplinary team approach. Program emphasis is to teach students using evidence-based practices in the areas of pre-academics/functional academics, vocational, self-help, social, and recreation/leisure. Nursing, adaptive PE, language/speech therapy, psychology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, assistive technology, and positive behavior interventions are accessed, as appropriate, and provided through daily activities and consultation. Strategies are used to develop functional communication and adaptive skills. The curriculum targets necessary skills for increasing individual performance; thus, allowing each student to progress at his/her rate. Upon completion of the program, the student earns a Letter of Recommendation.

Refer to your student’s case manager for more specific information regarding your child’s special education classes.

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CTE PATHWAYS (*ROP):	Two-period course
(DE):	Dual Enrollment Opportunity

(UN):	Unitrack: Dual Enrollment Opportunity with CSUFresno (P):	Meets UC/CSU Admission Requirement
(HP)	Meets UC/CSU Honors Admission Requirement

CTE PATHWAY REQUIREMENTS

Course Sequence: Two or more related CTE courses taken in sequence. A course pathway provides coherent, rigorous content aligned with the challenging academic standards, relevant technical knowledge, and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in current emerging professions.
•	 Introductory Course: An initial or survey course in CTE program intended to provide a beginning or introductory level of information about an industry sector or career pathway. The first course in a CTE course sequence.
•	Concentrator Course: A CTE course beyond the introductory level that is intended to provide more in-depth instruction in and exploration of a specific industry sector. The second course and succeeding courses of a planned CTE programsequence.
•	Capstone Course: The final course in a planned sequence of courses for a CTE program that provides a rigorous and intensive culmination of a course of study. Capstone courses are typically offered through Regional Occupational Centers and Programs(ROCP).

Agricultural Mechanics (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Ag Engineering I
DE: Mechanized AG 40 (Reedley College)
	Grade: 9	Course # 39007.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include the introduction of the Ag Mechanics and engineering industry in the areas of welding, woodworking, electrical wiring, plumbing, and other related fields.
	
Ag Engineering II (P)

DE: Mechanized AG 41 (Reedley College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 39020.CTE Grade: 10
Prerequisite: Ag Mechanics and Engineering 1 with a “C” grade or higher Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include a continuation of Ag Mechanics 1, computer aided drafting, plasma arc cutting, fabrication techniques, and project design.
	
Ag Engineering III
	Grade: 11	Course # 39021.CTE
Prerequisite: Ag Mechanics and Engineering II with a “C” grade or higher Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include advanced welding procedures, electrical wiring principles, budgets, and building projects.

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Agricultural Mechanics (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description

*ROP Welding Fabrication and Application
	
Grades: 11-12	Course # R3041
Prerequisite: Ag Engineering III or Welding Processes and Fabrication recommended, or Teacher Recommendation
Course Sequence: Capstone
Welding Fabrication and Application is a capstone course designed to train students for entry-level positions in welding/metal fabrication. This course prepares students for post-secondary agricultural mechanics, welding technology, and industrial technology educational programs. This full year course emphasizes welding and fabrication skills in the advanced phases of Oxyacetylene, SMAW (Arc Welding), SMAW (Arc Welding), GMAW (MIG Welding), and TIG welding. This course applies the practical knowledge and skills learned during the previous years of instruction.
	
*ROP Welding Processes and Fabrication
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R3029 Prerequisite: Ag Engineering III recommended or Teacher Recommendation
Course Sequence: Capstone
Welding Processes and Fabrication is a skill building course which emphasizes welding and fabrication skills, including non-ferrous metals, in the advanced phases of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). The primary emphasis is on using equipment in all positions of welding with the application of welding skills learned through project fabrication, repair, and industry procedure.

Agricultural Science (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Agricultural Science 1
	Grades: 9-10	Course # 35001.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This course is designed for the student interested in the field of agriculture. Topics covered include animal science, plant science, ornamental horticulture, public speaking, record keeping, parliamentary procedures, agricultural organization, judging competitions, and the Future Farmers of America. This course fulfills the CUSD graduation requirement for life science.
	
Biology & Sustainable Ag (P)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement	Course # 35D01.CTE Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include plant and animal life, their relationship to one another, and to humans in their environment. Using agriculture as the model, this class takes biology to the applied level.
	
Chemistry and Agriscience (P) DE: PLS2/Soil Science
(Reedley College)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement	Course # 35D02.CTE Grades: 10-11
Prerequisite: Agricultural Biology, Biology or Honors Biology Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the exploration of the physical and chemical nature of soil as well as the relationships between soil, plants, animals and agricultural practices.
	
Food Science (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G08.CTE Grade: 11
Prerequisite: Math 1, Ag Biology or Biology Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the application of the fundamental scientific principles to the research, development, manufacturing, packaging, storage, and marketing of food products.
	
Adv. Inter-disciplinary Science for Sustainable Agriculture (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 35D03.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of life science and physical science. Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the design systems and experiments to solve agricultural management issues currently facing the industry.

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Animal Science (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Biology & Sustainable Ag (P)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement	Course # 35D01.CTE Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include plant and animal life, their relationship to one another, and to humans in their environment. Using agriculture as the model for this class take biology to the applied level.
	
Agricultural Science 1
	Grades: 9-10	Course # 35001.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This course is designed for the student interested in the field of agriculture. Topics covered include animal science, plant science, ornamental horticulture, public speaking, record keeping, parliamentary procedures, agricultural organization, and judging competitions. This course fulfills the CUSD graduation for life science.
	
CDE Animal Science (P) DE: Animal Science I (Reedley College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 35G02.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1, Biology 1AB or Ag Biology Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the principles of animal science focusing on areas of livestock (mammalian) production, anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, respiration, and genetics.
	
*ROP Veterinary Science (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R9986 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Biology (P) Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include entry level skills to work in animal care facilities. Students will receive instruction in the identification of animal breeds, proper health, and safety procedures.

Child Development (BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Exploration of Child and Adolescent Literature (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 22B10.CTE Grade: 10
Prerequisite: A 2.50 grade point average or higher. Course Sequence: Introductory
Exploration of Child and Adolescent Literature is a grade 10 English Language Arts college preparatory course integrated with the Education Pathway standards. This course allows students to utilize Language Arts skills to investigate and evaluate the value and purpose of world literature for children and adolescents. Students synthesize their knowledge of the developmental stages of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development an understanding of appropriate teaching materials and readings for each of the stages.
	
*ROP Careers in Child Development (P)
DE: Child Development I
(Clovis Community College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R9081 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Excellent attendance and citizenship Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the preparation to work in fields dealing with young children, and development stages of children before birth to age 12. Students gain firsthand experience through classroom and worksite learning, job shadowing, and tours that enable them to determine the benefits of an education-related career.
BHS and CWHS students will travel to Clovis North for this class.

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Design, Visual, & Media Arts (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Introduction to Digital Photography (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 77F09.CTE Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This is an introduction course to digital photography. Topics include digital camera operations, lighting technique, aesthetics, Photoshop, Light-room, and portfolio development. Students will explore exposure systems using aperture, shutter speed, and ISO combinations.
	
Digital Photography II (P)
	Pending UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 73F01.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Photography with a “C” or better Course Sequence: Capstone
This course has an emphasis in Adobe Photoshop in association with Digital Photography. The focus of this course is in using Photoshop and developing relationships with clients.

Design, Visual, & Media Arts (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
*ROP Digital Photography (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # R7F06 Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Capstone
Students will develop a portfolio of artistic endeavors along with creating work in cooperation with an individual to produce commercial photography. Students will learn about digital photography, post-production editing software, and client relationships.
	
*ROP Publishing Management
w/ English 12 (P)
	Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement (English 12 only)	Course #R9079 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: 10th grade English and permission of instructor Course Sequence: Capstone
Through this course, students will demonstrate their advanced skills in the art of writing and managing a publication. Newspaper, magazine, and anthology styles of journalistic writing and graphic design will be covered to produce student publications.
	
*ROP Journalism & Publishing
w/ English 11 or 12 (P)
	Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement (English 11 or 12 only)	Course # R3004 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Teacher approval – This class is for BHS students only Course Sequence: Capstone
Through this course, students demonstrate their skills in the art of writing and production. All forms of journalistic writing and layout design are covered to produce student publications. A major project for the students is to design, publish, and market the Buchanan High School yearbook. This class is paired with English 11 or 12.

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Education (BHS, CEHS, CHS, CNHS, CWHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Contemporary Issues in Education (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 22B11.CTE Grade: 11
Prerequisite: A 2.50 grade point average or higher Course Sequence: Concentrator
Contemporary Issues in Education is a college preparatory eleventh grade 11 English course integrated with the Education Pathway standards of the Education, Child Development, and Family Services sector which allows students to see where the skills of English intersect with the elements of education. Students conduct research, closely read and analyze complex texts, evaluate instructional methodology and philosophy, and create a portfolio of reflections, activities, and compositions that, when synthesized, serve as the foundation for three capstone projects.
	
*ROP Careers in Education w/ English 11 or 12 (P)
DE: Education 10
(Clovis Community College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R9046 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in English 10 and English 11. Excellent attendance and behavior records in previous grade levels required
Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the nature and scope of the school system, the duties and opportunities of the professional teacher, factors relative to success in teaching and credentialing requirements.

Emergency Response (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
*ROP Fire Fighting Technology 1
DE: Seniors Only
Firetech 1 (Fresno City College)
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R3018 Prerequisite: Emergency Medical Responders recommended.
Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include preparing students for firefighting and related tasks. Students learn about firefighting organizations, use and handling of equipment, production and safety, fire behavior and extinguishing methods.
	
*ROP Fire Fighting Technology II
DE: Seniors Only
Firetech 1 (Fresno City College)
	Grades: 12	Course # R3028 Prerequisite: Fire Fighting Technology 1.
Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the reinforcement of concepts from Fire Fighting Technology 1 and an increasing emphasis on leadership.

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Engineering Design (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Introduction to Design I & II (P) (PLTW)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course #37F02.CTE Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Math I Course Sequence: Introductory
Introduction to Design (ID) is a high school level foundational course in the Project Lead The Way (PLTW), Engineering Program. In ID, students are introduced to the engineering profession and engineering design process.
	
Honors Principles of Engineering (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 53G04.CTE Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Math 3. Grade of B or higher in Math 2. Course Sequence: Concentrator
Principles of Engineering (POE) is a foundation course of the high school engineering pathway. This survey course exposes students to some of the major concepts that they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics including mechanisms, strength of materials and structures, automation, and kinematics.
	
Honors Engineering Design & Development (PLTW) (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 35G05.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Advanced Math (Required); Computer Integrated Manufacturing (Recommended).
Course Sequence: Capstone
Engineering Design and Development (EDD) is the capstone course in the PLTW high school engineering program. It is an open-ended engineering research course in which students work in teams to design and develop an original solution to a well-defined and justified open-ended problem by applying an engineering design process.

Environmental Resources (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Chemistry/ Environmental Engineering – Water (P)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement	Course # 55D20.CTE Grades: 9-11
Prerequisite: Math 1
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include the resolution to environmental engineering problems related to water and its interactions with the environment. Students will use a systems-based approach to understand that all environmental systems consist of matter and will apply this knowledge to solving current and future global water issues.
	
Honors Environmental Sustainability (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement - UC Honors Course	Course # 35D04.CTE Grades: 10- 12
Prerequisite: Biology or Biological Links to Energy & Environment & Math 1 Couse Sequence: Concentrator
Honors Environmental Sustainability (ES) is a high school-level specialization course in PLTW Engineering. In Honors ES, students investigate and design solutions to solve real-world challenges related to clean drinking water, a stable food supply, and renewable energy. Students are introduced to environmental issues and use the engineering design process to research and design potential solutions.
	
AP Environmental Science (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 55728.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Biology or AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Math 1 and 2. Course Sequence: Capstone
This class prepares students to pass the national exam for AP Environmental Science for college placement and/or credit. Topics include energy flow, cycling of matter, geological activities, atmosphere chemistry, and other relevant topics. This is a rigorous science course that stresses scientific principles, concepts, and theologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world.

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Financial Services (CWHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Computer Applications
	Grades: 9-12	Course # 39013.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This course is designed for students who desire keyboarding skills for college and personal use. Students will learn keyboard and word processing applications, databases, spreadsheets, graphics, and basic desktop publishing skills.
	
Financial Literacy (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G14.CTE Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or demonstration of readiness Course Sequence: Capstone
This course provides background and knowledge of essential, necessary financial skills for all students. It is designed to inform, alert, and educate students in the concepts of personal finance and money management. Core concepts enable students to implement decision-making skills necessary to become wise, knowledgeable consumers, savers, investors, users of credit, money managers, citizens, and members of a global workforce andsociety.
	
Introduction to Finance (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33615.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Financial Literacy Course Sequence: Introductory
This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills to make effective financial decisions, use career information, and manage career plans. Within this course, students practice the essential knowledge and skills common to all pathways in the Business and Finance Industry Sector, including cash management technique, the role of managerial accounting and use of planning and control principles to evaluate an organization. Communication skills and basic mathematical concepts are reinforced in this course.
	
Business & Financial Services Internship (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G16.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Financial Literacy Course Sequence: Capstone
This course outlines concepts pertaining to a variety of business, related financial services. Students learn processes for loans, credit, and payment services to business and individuals. In addition, money and banking, lending fundamentals, and federal regulations are explored.
	
*ROP Small Business Management
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R9095 Prerequisite: Keyboarding and computer experience is helpful
Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the development of both business and marketing plans essential to the operation of a successful business.

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Food Service and Hospitality (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Food Science and Nutrition (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G11.CTE Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include an introduction to basic terms, safety, recipes, measurement and nutrition. Areas of emphasis include fruits and vegetables, milk and dairy products, breads, desserts and meat preparation.
	
*ROP Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R3905 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Food Science and Nutrition (P), ROP Culinary Arts. Course Sequence: Capstone
In this course, students will expand their study of Culinary Arts and explore Hospitality Management. Students will learn and apply knowledge through standards and project-based curriculum, both in the lab/class setting and in a working food service kitchen.
	
*ROP Culinary Arts (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R3017 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Recommended Hospitality Management I Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the exploration of the food industry that employs over 20 million people. Recipe development, meal planning, and preparation, culinary fundamentals, ingredients, nutrition, and presentation are explored.

Patient Care (BHS, CEHS, CNHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Medical Health Careers (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G17.CTE Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology with a “C” grade or higher or concurrent enrollment in Biology
Course Sequence: Concentrator
This course is designed to allow students to explore careers in the medical health career arena with a focus on knowledge and skills required for entry level employment. Students will be introduced to health care with an emphasis on core skills and knowledge applicable to a variety of the healthprofessions.
	
*ROP Health & Medical Wellness (P) DE: Medical Terminology OT 10 (Clovis Community College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R3G04 Requirement Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Math I, Math II, Biology, English 10 and maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher Course Sequence: Capstone
This course will explore the many facets of public and medical health. Content will relate to individuals, community, careers, and institutions directly involved with health and wellness issues. Students will explore the domains of health including psychosocial, physical, environmental elements and the impact of a person’s wellness.
	
*ROP Medical Careers (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R3019 Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite:Completion of Biology (P) with a grade of “C” or higher Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include learning of transferable skills related to entry-level health occupations, exploration of career options in the health industry, and becoming knowledgeable of post-secondary educational requirements.
	
*ROP Sports Medicine/ (P)
DE: Kinesiology 38 (Fresno State)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R5045 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology with a grade of “C” or higher Course Sequence: Capstone
This course will allow students to gain practical experience learning to work in physical therapy, fitness and athletic training settings. The course empowers the student with the healing and conditioning process resulting from methods used in physical therapy and physical conditioning of the human body.

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*ROP Rehabilitation Therapy Careers (P)
DE: Kinesiology 22
(Clovis Community College)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # R3G03 Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Biology, and Anatomy & Physiology are required Course Sequence: Capstone
This course is designed to provide the student with opportunities to learn transferable skills related to entry-level occupational and physical therapy occupations, explore career options, and become knowledgeable with post-secondary educational requirements as related to such career options. The course introduces the student to therapy careers including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other prominent therapy careers, placing an emphasis on a set of core skills and knowledge applicable to many health care disciplines; desirable employment attributes and job-seeking skills are addressed.

Performing Arts (BHS, CWHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Drama 2 Technical Theater Arts (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 88F02.CTE Grades: 10-11
Prerequisite: Drama 1 with “B” or higher, or permission of instructor Course Sequence: Introductory
The student will study and apply the principles of group dynamics and collaboration during the pre-production through post-production process of Theatrical Production. This course provides instruction in the implementation of theatrical designs for sets, lights, sound, properties, costumes, and makeup.
	
Advanced Technical Theater (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 83F01.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Drama 2 Technical Theater Course Sequence: Concentrator
This advanced technical theater arts course is designed to build upon skills learned in Drama 2 Technical Theater for students interested in becoming designers and leaders in the Technical Theater Arts world.
	
*ROP Performing Arts With English 11 or 12 (P)
	Meets UC A-G “B” Requirement (English 12 only)	Course # R8010 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Recommended Drama 2 Technical Theater with “B” or higher, or permission of instructor.
Course Sequence: Capstone
This class is a marriage of drama, music, and technology. It will prepare students for a possible career in the entertainment industry through all aspects of the production of a Broadway musical from preliminary choice of show, construction, lighting, and marketing to final accounting at the close of the run.

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Plant & Soil Science (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
The Art and History of Floral Design (P)

DE: Environmental Horticulture 37
(Reedley College)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 77505.CTE Grades: 9-10
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include the application and artistic approach to floral design. This class involves the fundamentals of floral design theory, techniques, and skills currently practiced in the floral design industry.
	
Biology & Sustainable Ag (P)
	Meets UC A-G “D” Requirement	Course # 35D01.CTE Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include plant and animal life, their relationship to one another, and to humans in their environment. Using agriculture as the model for this class takes biology to the applied level.
	
Ornamental Horticulture
	Grades: 11-12	Course # 30225.CTE Prerequisite: Biology (P)
Course Sequence: Concentrator
This project-based course teaches students to design, install, and maintain landscaped areas from small gardens to large parks. During the design phase, students learn drafting skills for layout and design of landscapes as well as proper plant usage when working with grass, shrubs, flowers, and trees.
	
Plant Production Management (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33G12.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Sustainable Agriculture Biology, Agriculture Soil and Chemistry, and Botany Course Sequence: Capstone
This course encompasses learning the farming practices of row crops, orchard production, vineyard production, safe transport methods, quality control and fresh fruit grading/evaluations. At the conclusion of the year, students will have an opportunity to market and sell the produce/ projects at the McFarlane-Coffman Agriculture Center.
	
Advanced Floral Design (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 33F01.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: The Art and History of Floral Design Course Sequence: Capstone
This course will build upon the prerequisite course, The Art and History of Floral Design. Advanced Floral Design will increase the focus on the art design, handling of cut flowers, the mechanics of floral design, and the effects of retail in the floral industry. Students will learn about building and designing displays, advertising, marketing, pricing and sales. Students will also develop floral design skills for use in industries such as wedding, sympathy, and event floral work.

Production and Managerial Arts (BHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Videography I (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 77G01.CTE Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Good citizenship and attendance Course Sequence: Introductory
Videography 1 is an introduction course that emphasizes and develops critical thinking skills by exploring the influence of design principles, historically significant art forms from various genres, and the production process of films and television programming.
	
Digital Film Making (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 77FO8.CTE Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Recommended Videography 1 Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the artistry and technical elements of filmmaking. Students will be introduced to the theory of films and filmmaking and be expected in writing, to analyze, describe and breakdown the elements of shot, a scene, and sequence.

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*ROP Multimedia Communication (P)
(UN) MCJ 15 (Fresno State)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # R7F01 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Capstone
Students learn to use innovative technology and software, incorporate principles of design, and blend computer graphics into all elements of production.

Production Innovation and Design (CNHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Computer Aided Design and Engineering (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 43G02.CTE Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Math 1 (or B or A in higher level math course) Course Sequence: Concentrator
This is a 3D modeling course utilizing SolidWorks® that focuses on precision in design and engineering combines with programming to create tangible products using the Axiom 3D printers and the Velox CNC routers. Although not a part of the pathway, this course compliments the technology and engineering concepts taught in the progression of courses.
	
*ROP Manufacturing and Product Design
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R5020
Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Math 1 (or B or A in higher level math course) and CAD and Engineering (or proof of competency by exam)
Course Sequence: Capstone
This course teaches safe use of machinery, machining processes, essential elements of mechanical systems, basic hand and power tools, and the fundamentals of the engineering design process.

Public Safety (CEHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
*ROP Criminal Investigation
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R9094 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in English 10, and English 11
Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include an awareness of the various components of criminal investigation, with emphasis placed on the development of attitudes, skills and competencies related to criminal investigation.
	
*ROP Criminal Justice
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R9048 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in English 10, and English 11
Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the awareness of career options (attorney, police officer, probation officer) and information in the area of law enforcement and private security for interested students.

Residential and Commercial Construction (CHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Fundamentals of Carpentry
	Grades: 9-10	Course # 33012.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This is an introductory course which students will learn, safe, efficient use of hand and power tools in woodworking/construction. This course is open to 9th grade students.
	
Basic Metal Manufacturing
	Grades: 10-12	Course # 30073.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
Studies include the basic principles of metal welding and forming to finish construction projects.
	
Construction Technology 1 – Introduction
	Grades: 9-12	Course # 33G04.CTE Prerequisite: Completion of Math 1 or concurrent enrollment
Course Sequence: Introductory
This course involves students in projects and problem-based learning experiences that introduce the world of construction.

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*ROP Building Trades Internship
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R3016 Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Capstone
This course is an introduction to construction. It begins with Fundamentals of Construction and progresses to twelve spin-off specialty building trades areas. Each specialty area covers basic skills necessary for entry-level employment. Through hands-on, competency-based program, and internships students will have the opportunity to learn the basic skills required, as well as an understanding of the common terminology.
	
Building Information Modeling (P)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement	Course # 77F10.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing; one year of math Course Sequence: Capstone
Building Information Modeling is designed as a single period art course for secondary students focusing on the drafting, design and building information modeling aspects of construction. The emphasis is on expressing creativity in a visual form by: (1) reviewing and applying the elements and principles of design and by (2) gaining a deeper insight into inspirations, theoretical elements and principles behind creative design.
Additional emphasis will be placed on logical reasoning, visualization, and practical application using 1, 2, and 3-point perspective, color applications, Computer Aided Drafting and 3-D modeling.
	
*ROP Building Scaled Structures (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “F” Requirement - UC Honors Course	Course # R3016 Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: 1 year Construction of Technology; concurrent enrollment in Math 2 Course Sequence: Capstone
This course has been developed to integrate skills and concepts from the Building and Construction trades with applied mathematics and English. As a natural progression, students will apply the craft skills required to design and build a variety of scaled structures that meet current code requirements. In addition, students will make real-world connections between construction, math, and English using written projects, construction documents that include creating blueprints, project packets, and student-centered construction projects.
	
*ROP Electronic Systems – Sound and Communication
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R3021 Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Capstone
Studies include the exploration of computers and computer networks, video security surveillance, burglar alarms, fire alarms, and an assortment of electronic systems.

Software and Systems Development (CNHS, CART)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Exploring Computer Science (P)
	Meets UC A-G “G” Requirement	Course # 43G01.CTE Grades: 9-10
Prerequisite: Advanced Math8/Math 1, grade “B” or higher Course Sequence: Introductory
Exploring Computer Science is a yearlong course consisting of six units, approximately six weeks each. The course was developed around a framework of both computer science content and computations.
	
AP Computer Science Principles (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 43G03.CTE Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Grade of B or A in Math 1, or a Grade B or A in higher level math course Course Sequence: Concentrator
AP Computer Science Principles is a course that delves into five specific aspects of computer science including: The Internet – how the multi-layered systems work; Digital Information – use of a variety of tools; Big Data and Privacy – how to research current events; and Building Apps – how to create a series of applications.
	
AP Computer Science A (HP)
	Meets UC A-G “C” Requirement – UC Honors Course	Course # 44908.CTE Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Math 2 with grade “B” or higher Course Sequence: Capstone
This course is an introduction to computer science using Java programming language. Successful completion of this course will prepare students for the AP College Board exam in May.

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Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair (CHS, CWHS)
	
Pathway Course
	Description
	
Basic Auto
	Grades: 9-12	Course # 30087.CTE Prerequisite: None
Course Sequence: Introductory
This course provides students with the information and activities which will stimulate understanding of the automobile and the automotive industry. It covers information regarding components of the automobile and how they work together, as well as general principles, and basic service.
	
Auto 2
	Grades: 10-12	Course # 30088.CTE Prerequisite: Basic Auto 1 with grade of “C” or higher
Course Sequence: Concentrator
Studies include the principles of engines, chassis, electrical systems, brake, and suspension systems.
	
Auto 3
	Grades: 10-12	Course # 30089.CTE Prerequisite: Auto 2 with grade of “C” or higher
Course Sequence: Concentrator
This is a yearlong course covering two related areas of the automobile electrical systems and engine performance. One part of the course deals with electrical needs of the automobile and relate components. It involves detailed study of electrical fundamentals: starting, charging, ignition, lighting, and auxiliary systems. Engine performance deals with the principles of engine compression, ignition, and carburetion. Students will learn to work with electrical test equipment commonly used in the industry.
	
*ROP Auto Systems Technology
DE: Auto Tech 9 (Fresno City College)
CHS only
	Grades: 11-12	Course #R3002 Prerequisite: Auto 3 with grade of “C” or higher recommended
Course Sequence: Capstone
This Auto Systems course provides students practical hands-on experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting and service procedures in the automotive field. The course also covers shop practice of maintenance and repair in the automotive specialty areas. Along with classroom work, this class will consist of a series of projects to be completed on automobiles. All repair jobs will be approved and assigned by the instructor with some students specializing in certain interest areas.
	
*ROP Engine Technology
	Grades: 11-12	Course #R3010 Prerequisite: Basic Auto or Auto 2 recommended
Course Sequence: Capstone
Students gain practical, hands-on experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and servicing procedures with particular emphasis on engine service and repair. The course also covers the shop practice of maintenance and repair in the following areas: drive trains, axles, suspension, steering, brakes, and air conditioning. Students develop their skills through classroom instruction and a series of assigned projects.
	
*ROP Diesel Engine Technology
DE: Auto Tech 9 (Fresno City College)
CHS only
	Grades: 11-12	Course # R3050
Prerequisite: Site requirements or instructor permission.
Course Sequence: Capstone

This course is designed to train students for employment opportunities available within the agricultural/industrial industry. The course emphasizes skills necessary in the field of diesel equipment mechanics where students learn how to perform major overhaul and tune-up of the diesel engines.

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CENTER FOR AND

ADVANCED RESEARCH TECHNOLOGY

CART offers a half-day program for juniors and seniors. Students choose a career-focused lab that offers integrated curriculum which is project-based, features community involvement and use of technology. Students work in groups and interact with mentors from the community, all while making progress towards graduation and college.

Project Based Learning Career Experiences
Industry Certifications

School For Your Future Integrated Curriculum CTE
Community Projects

Business Partnerships College Prep Coursework
CSU Unitrack College Credit

Half-Day Sessions Available to Juniors and Seniors

COURSE CREDITS

English (all labs) Science or Social Science (most labs) Career FocusCourse (UC approved or earn industry certifications) CART Technology

PREREQUISITES FOR APPLICATION Successful completion of Biology, Math I, and two years of English
Regular attendance On track for graduation
Permission of high school counselor and parent Additional prerequisites for some labs

HALF-DAY SESSIONS Morning Session - 7:30 - 10:30 am Afternoon Session - 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Transportation provided to and from each home school

2555 Clovis Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612 559-248-7400 www.cart.org
www.facebook.com/cartschool

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CART LABS

Biomedicine Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Clinical Anatomy/Physiology (P)
Advanced Topics in Medicine (P) CART Technology Applications

Sponsored by Community Medical Centers
Students explore issues in medical science and human anatomy/physiology through their involvement in dissections, medical case studies, and research projects. Students investigate how a healthy body functions and how it reacts to disease. Students will explore medical careers by working with various medical professionals. Required prerequisites: “C” or better in Biology, Chemistry Algebra 1 and English. Minimum 2.5 GPA.

Biotechnology Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Chemistry (P) or
Advance Science Topics (P)
Biotechnology Accelerated & Research (ROP) (P CART Technology Applications

Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente
Gettheinsidetrackononeofthefastest growingindustries.Usingstate-of-the-arttechnology,studentswilldeveloppotentialpharmaceuticaldrugsandtest them,geneticallyengineerbacteria,perform DNAfingerprinting,extractandcopyDNA,explorequestions relatedtogenetic,infectiousandothertypesof disease, look closely at environmental health issues, and wrestle with difficult ethical considerations related to cloning, stem cells, gene therapy, and genetically modified foods. Recommended prerequisites: “C” or better in English, Algebra 1 and Biology.

Business and Finance Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) US History (P) or Government and Economics (P)
Global Economics and Finance (P, U) (ROP) CART Technology Applications

Learn tomanageand invest money. Learn to beyourownbossin abusinessyoucreate. Studentsstudyhuman behaviors ofproducing,distributing,and consuming materials, goods, and services in a world of limited resources. They learn how the financial services industry works as they strengthen the analytical, technical and communication skills needed to succeed in any economy.

Cybersecurity Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP), Cybersecurity I (P) (2 periods) (ROP),
CART Technology

CARTTechnology Students willlearntodesign,build,secure, and analyzebothhomeand smb (smalltomediumbusiness)computernetworks,mediacenters, and security systems; students will also investigate an understanding of the Iot (internet of things). Through projects and hands-on activities, students will explore the relationship between moderns, routers, switches, cables, wireless access points, servers, and attached peripherals. This lab will also offer: CIW’s NTA (network technologyassociate)& WSA (web security associate) certifications, and Comptia’s A+ & Security + certifications.

Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Government and Economics or US History (P)
Economics of Marketing (P) (ROP) CART Technology Applications

Studentsexplorethedynamicsofhowand whypeoplespend theirmoneyand time,as well as waysto influencethosedecisions. They work withbusiness professionals to produce effective business plans and develop marketing strategies for local businesses. Students learn industry standard technology for conducting market research and creating advertisingproducts.

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Engineering, Manufacturing and Robotics Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Physics and Technology (P)
Engineering 1 (P)
CART Technology Applications

Sponsored by Grundfos-ROP
Creativity, knowledge and skill are used to develop solutions to real world problems. Working as individuals and in small teams, students design, test and evaluate working prototypes of their solutions. Students will learn how to bring engineering designs into the physical world using a variety of engineering tools, skills,andpracticesincludingcutting edgeCAD,andCAM solutions.CNC machines,3Dprintersand LaserCuttersarejust a fewofthetechnologies that will be introduced to basic electronics, microcontrollers and computer programing while learning to design build and program robotic and automation devices.

Environmental Science and Field Research Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Zoology (P)
Environmental Science and Technology (P, U) (ROP) CART Technology Applications

Sponsored by Grundfos
Students take part in several field trips in order to experience the San Joaquin Valley, San Joaquin River, Pacific Coast, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Studentswillcarryouthandsonprojects relating tocareersin marinebiology,wildliferehabilitation,airquality, river ecology,alternative energy,and forests. Students will have the opportunity to work with environmental professionals and government agencies to complete scientific projects. Some examples are growingnativeplants,restoringnativewildlifehabitat,rehabilitatinginjuredandorphanedwildlifespecies,monitoringforests,experimentinginwetlandsand conducting studies of tide pools andbeaches.

Forensic Research and Biotechnology Lab Students take:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Physical Forensic Science (P)
Forensic Research & Biotechnology (P) CART Technology Applications

Students use hands-on investigative science techniques to solve intriguing problems involving the law. Scientific evidence, DNA, fingerprinting, physical evidence,crimescenereconstruction,and biotechnology areused tocreateapictureofwhat happened in thepast. Recommended Prerequisites:“C”orbetter in Biology, Math 1, andEnglish.

Interactive Game Design Lab Students take:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Interactive Game Design (P) (2 periods)
(CTE) CART Technology Applications

CARTTechnologyApplicationsGame Design requiresskillsin anumberofareasincludinggraphicdesign,programming,audio,animation,and modeling. All students havetheopportunityto learn about each oftheseareas while workingin teamsto createoriginal gamesand characters rendered in both two and three dimensions. Students are introduced to industry standard software such as 3D Studio Max, XNA Game Studio, Unreal, Flash and Photoshop. Recommended Prerequisites: Database, programming, graphics, or webdesign.

Law and Order and Policy Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Government and Economics (P)
Law and Order and Public Policy (P) CART Technology Applications

Sponsored by McCormick Barstow LLP
Students study the major aspects of constitution,criminal, and civic law. Students examinethe American legal system and its impact on every American’s life. They willdiscover thestateof thelawand forecast thechanges that will occur in their lifetime. Students will alsoconsider America’sinfluenceon global legal issues.

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Multimedia – Digital Media and Graphic Design Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Digital Media and Graphic Design (P) (ROP) (2 periods)
CART Technology Applications

Students will explore and develop skills in communication and message design including color, typography, image placement and art and design principles. They willinvestigategraphic and webtechniquesin cooperativeteamssimilartocorporatesettings. Design studentswill workonall stagesofproduction using industry-standard software (i.e. Adobe Design Premium Suite) to create original products such as posters, websites, newspapers, brochures, package designs and two-dimensional animation. All multimedia students develop skills in the content and presentation of message design, the sociological impacts of media, and the stages of the productioncycle.

Multimedia – Digital Video Production & Broadcasting Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Digital Video Production and Broadcast (P) (ROP) (2 periods) CART Technology Applications

Students develop skills in television and film production. Using industry-standard software packages (i.e. Adobe Master Collection), students will engage in hands-on,integratedcurriculum.Theyworkonallstagesofproduction whilecreatingproductssuchasshort films,advertisements,journalismbroadcasts,and documentaries. Allmultimediastudentsdevelop skillsinthecontent and presentation ofmessagedesign,thesociologicalimpactsofmedia,andthestagesof the production cycle.

Psychology and Human Behavior Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Neuroscience (P)
Psychology of Human Behavior (P) CART Technology Applications

Students will investigate the inner workings of the human mind on the chemical level. Learn why people behave the way they do. What influences behavior? How is behavior controlled, changed, and modified?

Web Application Development Lab Program includes:
Composition Through Careers (HP) or Expository English 12 (HP) Applications Programming (P) (2 Periods)
CART Technology Applications

Students go beyond being a user of technology and become certified to design, develop, and deploy their own Rich Internet Applications, websites, and games using Web 2.0 developer tools such as Java, SQL, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Learn the foundational skills of object-oriented programming, web design, database design, scripting, and graphical user-interface design to ensure that end-users have a positive experience and return again and again to applications. Certifications through Microsoft, Adobe, and CIW are available.

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CART Courses	CUSD Graduation	UC Approved A-G
	
Advanced Science Topics
	Elective
	D-Science
	
Advanced Topics in Medicine
	Elective
	G-Science Elective
	
Applications Programming
	Elective
	G-Elective
	
Biochemistry
	Elective
	G-Science Elective
	
Biotechnology Accelerated & Research
	Elective
	D-Science
	
CART Technology Applications
	Elective
	None
	
Chemistry
	Physical Science
	D-Science
	
Clinical Anatomy and Physiology
	Life Science
	D-Science
	
Composition Through Careers (HP)
	English
	B-English - Honors Course
	
Cybersecurity 1
	Elective
	G-Elective
	
Digital Media and Graphic Design
	Fine Art
	F-Visual Art
	
Digital Video and Broadcasting
	Fine Art
	F-Visual Art
	
Economics
	Social Science
	G-Social Science Elective
	
Economics of Marketing and Advertising
	Elective
	G-Social Science Elective
	
Expository English 12 (HP)
	English
	B-English - Honors Course
	
Engineering
	Elective
	G-Elective Interdisciplinary
	
Environmental Science and Technology
	Life/Physical Science
	D-Science
	
Forensic Research and Biotechnology
	Elective
	G-Science Elective
	
Global Econ and Finance
	Elective
	G-Social Science Elective
	
Government
	Social Science
	A-Social Science
	
Interactive Game Design
	Elective
	G-Elective
	
Law and Order and Public Policy
	Elective
	G-Social Science Elective
	
Money and Banking
	Elective
	G-Social Science Elective
	
Neuroscience
	Life Science
	D-Science
	
Physics
	Physical Science
	D-Science
	
Physics and Technology
	Physical Science
	D-Science
	
Psychology and Human Behavior
	Elective
	G-Science Elective
	
Robotics and Electronics
	Elective
	G-Elective
	
US History
	Social Science
	A-Social Science
	
Web Applications
	Elective
	None
	
Zoology
	Life Science
	D-Science

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INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

(COURSES LISTED MAY NOT BE OFFERED AT ALL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS)

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REQUIRED COURSEWORK

*All Intermediate Students are enrolled in the following grade appropriate level course work (year course): Academic Block (English Language Arts, History), Math, Science, PE, Elective

7th Grade Academic Block (Language Arts & History)	Course # 20056/60055

In this course students develop literacy skills to support development in areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will develop reading strategiesthat they willberequired toapplyduringindependent and classroom reading.Thecoursecontent expectsstudentsto read and analyzetextsthat representdiverse world culturesin thegrades6-8textcomplexityband. Students will alsodevelop writing skillsin the three modesof writing suggested in California Content Standards – informative, argumentative, andnarrative.

8th Grade Academic Block (Language Arts & History)	Course # 20058/60052

In this course students develop literacy skills to support development in areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will develop reading strategiesthat they willberequired toapplyduringindependent and classroom reading.Thecoursecontent expectsstudentsto read and analyzetextsthat representdiverse world culturesin thegrades6-8textcomplexityband. Students will alsodevelop writing skillsin the three modesof writing suggested in California Content Standards – informative, argumentative, andnarrative.

Math 7	Course # 41010

Math 7 will focus on four critical areas as defined by the California Content Standards:
(1)Studentswilldevelopan understandingofproportionalrelationships,includingpercentages,andapplythisto real worldand mathematicalproblems. (2) Studentswilldevelop an understanding ofoperationswith rationalnumbersand work with expressionsand linearequations.Theywill worktoward fluently solving two-step equations of the form px+q=r and p(x+q)=r. (3) Students will solve problems that involve scale drawings and informal geometric constructions and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume. (4) Students will draw inferences about populations based onsamples.

Math 8	Course # 41020

In grade 8, instructional time should focus on three critical areas as defined by the California Content Standards: (1) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; (2)graspingtheconceptofa function andusing functionstodescribequantitativerelationships; (3)analyzingtwo-andthree-dimensionalspace and figuresusing distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theory.

Physical Education (P.E.)	Course # 10050

ThePhysical Education forthiscourseisbased on meetingtheCalifornia StateContent Standards, whichinclude: Studentswilldemonstratethemotorskills and movementpatternstoperformavariety ofactivities,and Students assessand maintain a level ofphysicalfitnesstoimprovehealth andperformance.The activities in this course will allow students to meet these, and other Physical Education State Standards, as well as prepare them for the California Physical Fitness Test.

Science 7	Course # 50050.7

The7th gradesciencecoursecoverscontent fromtheintegrated versionoftheNext Generation ScienceStandards forCalifornia Public Schools(CA NGSS) forgrade7. Thetopicscovered consistofChemistry,Ecosystems,NaturalResources/Geology,Earth History,andHuman Impact. Integratedthroughoutthe course will be the Engineering, Technology and Applications of Science Standards. To successfully complete the course objectives, we will use a variety of instructional methods including group discussion, lab experiments, videos, group work, andtechnology.

Science 8	Course # 50050.8

The8th gradesciencecoursecoverscontent fromtheintegrated versionoftheNext Generation ScienceStandardsforCaliforniaPublicSchools(CANGSS) for grade8. Thetopicscovered consist of Heredity, BiologicalEvolution,Earth and Human Activity,Motion and Stability: Forcesand Interactions,Energy, and Waves and Their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer. Integrated throughout the course will be the Engineering, Technology and ApplicationsofSciencestandards.Tosuccessfullycompletethecourseobjectives,wewilluseavarietyofinstructionalmethodsincludinggroupdiscussion, lab experiments, videos, group work, andtechnology.

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INTERVENTION

Academic Seminar

Year/Semester Course

COURSEWORK

Course # 20025

Academic Seminar willprovideacommon curriculum forstudents whoarein need ofacademic growthin ordertoachieveproficiencyin Language Arts. Throughthiscourse,studentswillimproveLanguageArtsscoreswithstandards-basedinstruction,applied studyskillsstrategiesforacademicsuccess,and develop awarenessoflearning/growthbymonitoring/charting progress.Theclassfocuseson providinginterventiontohelpdevelop reading comprehension skills, writing skills, and language skills. Teachers will use a set curriculum to support students in these areas. In addition, teachers will set aside a limited amount of time each week to support students with homework assignments specific to their Academic Block classes.

Math Seminar	Course # 40003 Year/Semester Course

Math Seminar will provide a common curriculum for students who are in need of academic growth in order to achieve proficiency in Mathematics. Through thiscourse,studentswillimproveMathematicsscores with smallgroup,standards-based instruction. Theclasswillbuild basic foundationalskills, reteachand support concepts taught in their general math class, as well as front load future material.

Math Strategies	Course # 40001 Year/Semester Course

Thiscourseisoffered to7th and 8th gradestudentswho requireadditionalinstructionand focusin themath computation andproblem solving.Studentsare generally tested for appropriate placement and this course is taken in lieu ofan elective.

Reading Strategies / Read 180	Course # 20065 Year/Semester Course

Reading Strategies/READ 180 is a blended instructional model that includes whole-group instruction and three small-group rotations, adaptive software,differentiatedinstruction,and independent reading. It isdesigned to meettheneedsofstudentsreading twoormoregradelevelsbelowtheircurrent grade level and accelerate their growth to close their achievement gap.

Study Strategies	Course # 00062 Year/Semester Course

Thisclassisdesigned tosupport students who strugglewith gradesbecausetheyneed academicskills,organizationaland study skills,and wouldbenefit from the support of a teacher monitoring their grades, in-class assignments, and homework. It is designed for students whose grades are consistently lower than average. Students will be expected to write in their planner daily, keep an organized binder, and be prepared with the required materials to work on assignments. Students willbeexpected to tracktheirprogressin theirclasses, and students who areabletomaintain consistentlyhighergrades willbeallowed to exit theclass.

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HONORS

Advanced Math 7

COURSEWORK

Course # 41012

Year Course
Prerequisite: Current grade, state test score, teacher recommendation, and score on the District math placement test.

Thiscourseisoffered tostudentswhoanticipatetaking advancedplacementmathematicsinhigh school. Thiscourseprovidesan opportunity forstudentsto begin advanced course work as a 7th grade student. A student who consistently scores in the highest testing level on standardized/benchmark math tests – typically thetop 10-35% of yourclass. (A student who willbe readytotakeAP Calculusin high school. Astudent who strongly leans toward a careerasan engineer, scientist, mathematician.)

Advanced Math 8	Course # 41022

Year Course
Prerequisite: Must meet CUSD placement requirements. Student must have completed Advanced Math 7 with a minimum of an 85% average from both semesters to enroll in this course.

Thiscourseistheequivalent ofa1st yearhigh school math course. Studentswillbestudyingconcepts from thetraditionalcourseofAlgebra1 and Geometry. Students meeting requirements will be expected to enter Math 2 as a 9th grade student.

Biology AB (P)		Course # 55709 Year Course

Prerequisite:	See Counselor

Biology AB (P) usestheguidanceoftheCAHigh School3-CourseModel fortheNext Generation ScienceStandards tointegrateboth LifeScienceandEarth and Space Science performance expectations. Phenomena and real-world problems will be used to engage students in the core ideas covered in this course, which include homeostasis and life functions in cells and organisms, history of Earth’s atmosphere, inheritance and variation in life, natural selection and evolution, energy and matter flow in organisms and ecosystems, and human impacts on ecosystems. Students will explore and explain these core ideas using the science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts, as well as the Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science performance expectations.

French I	Course # 98803

Year Course
Prerequisite: See counselor.

French 1 AB is an introduction to the language. Vocabulary and grammatical structures will be presented through thematic units with an emphasis on oral, listening, reading and writing expressions. Students will develop an appreciation for the French culture and its influence throughout the world. Students who complete this course with an 85% or higher and are passing AB, Math, and Science with A’s and B’s can go into French II as a 9th grade student.

Honors 7th Grade Academic Block
Language Arts & History	Course # 20056/60055

Year Course
Prerequisite: Referral Process/Smarter Balance State Test Scores

In the course, students develop literacy skills to support development in areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will develop reading strategies that they will be required to apply during independent and classroom reading. The course content expects students to read and analyze texts that represent diverse world cultures in the grades 6-8 text complexity band. Students will also develop writing skills in the three modes of writing suggested in California Content Standards – informative, argumentative, and narrative. This course includes an accelerated pace of studies as well as a required research project that demonstrates mastery of multiple standards appropriate for the advanced student.

Honors 8th Grade Academic Block
Language Arts & History	Course # 20058/60052

Year Course
Prerequisite: Referral Process/Smarter Balance State Test Scores

In the course, students develop literacy skills to support development in areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will develop reading strategies that they will be required to apply during independent and classroom reading. The course content expects students to read and analyze texts that represent diverse world cultures in the grades 6-8 text complexity band. Students will also develop writing skills in the three modes of writing suggested in California Content Standards – informative, argumentative, and narrative. This course includes an accelerated pace of studies as well as a required research project that demonstrates mastery of multiple standards appropriate for the advanced student.

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Honors History 8	Course # 60059

Year Course
Prerequisite: Application required.

Thiscourseengageslearnersin themajorconceptsofhistory,government,and culturesthrough morerigorouscontent andinstruction.Thiscourseemphasizes critical, creative and analytical thinking; self-directed independent research; and communication with writing, speaking, and multimedia. Students in Honors History 8 will develop historical research capabilities and practice historical analysis and interpretation through the common core curriculum and a required History Dayproject for FresnoCountyHistoryDay. Students willalsodevelop advanced levelproductsandperformances which reflect complexthinkingand innovative ideas and willhave an opportunity to hold mock trials beforea federal court judge.

Honors Science 7	Course # 50043

Year Course
Prerequisite: Science placement test scores, ELA/Math state test scores, grades, and teacher recommendation.

Thiscourse isdesigned for thestudent with a specialinterestin science. Thisclassisa morein-depth approach to the Next Generation Science Standards for California Public Schools (CA NGSS). Integrated throughout thecourse willbethe Engineering, Technology,and Applications of Science Standards. Group discussions, lab experiments, scientific writing, and individual and group projects will beutilized in thelearning process.

Honors Science 8	Course # 50053

Year Course
Prerequisite: Science placement test scores, ELA/Math state test scores, grades, and teacher recommendation.

Thiscourse isdesigned for thestudent with a specialinterest in science. Thisclass isa morein-depth approach to the Next Generation Science Standards for California Public Schools (CA NGSS). Integrated throughout thecourse willbetheEngineering, Technology,and Applications of Science Standards. Group discussions, lab experiments, scientific writing, and individual and group projects will beutilized in the learning process.

Spanish I	Course # 98811

Year Course
Prerequisite: See counselor.

Spanish 1 is an introduction to the language. Vocabulary and grammatical structures will be presented through thematic units with an emphasis on oral, listening, reading,and writingexpressions. Studentswilldevelop an appreciation forHispaniccultureanditsinfluencethroughouttheworld. Studentswho completethiscourse with an 85% or higherand are passing AB,Math, and Science with A’s and B’s can go into Spanish IIas a 9th grade student.

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ELECTIVE

Advanced Art

Semester Course
Prerequisite: Art teacher recommendation.

COURSEWORK

Course # 70055

This course is a study of drawing and sculpting principles that have already been introduced to students completing the Art/Drawing elective. Art History, Art Appreciation, as well as Studio Art will be studied extensively.

Advanced Drama (2nd year Drama)	Course # 80050

Year Course
Prerequisite: Beginning Drama (1st year Drama)

Thisisaperformanceclass. Advanced Dramastudents will berequiredtoperforminproduction withtheirclass.Students willalsocompleteprojectsusing theatre techniques such as: documentaries, silent films, and scenework.

Agriculture Exploration	Course # 30009 Semester Course

Thiscourseisofferedforstudentsinterestedintheagriculturalsciencecoursesin high school. Topicsinclude:plant science,animal science,public speaking, record keeping, agricultural jobs and organizations, judging and competitions.

Art/Drawing	Course # 70053/70057 Semester Courses

Art/drawing offers students the opportunity to learn to coordinate mind, hand, and eyeas they createprojectsusing various arts and crafts materials and media. Drawing,painting, design, sculpture, art principles, and othercreativeactivities areexplored duringthesemester. Art History and Art Appreciation will also be studied.

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)	Course #00075

Year Course
Prerequisite: Application required

AVIDisa seventh through twelfth gradeprogram thatprepareseligiblestudentsforadmission to afour-yearcollege oruniversity.TheAVIDelectivesupports students as they challenge themselves in more rigorous classes. Students are taught study skills, note taking, time management, writing and research skills, while being immersed in a college-going culture. The class also includes tutoring sessions that are led by college students and provide support for success in the academically rigorous curriculum. Additionally, the AVID class provides access to information about colleges and universities through fieldtrips, guest speakers, college tutors, scholarship opportunitiesand college admission requirement information.

AVID Excel	Course # 0I003

Year Course
Prerequisite: Long-term English Learner (LTEL); Level 3 or 4 on ELPAC

AVID Excel is a middle school English language development program for long-term English language learners {Ells) designed to accelerate academic language acquisition, bridge into high school AVID, increase access to college preparatory coursework, and empower students to be successful in a global society. AVID Excel incorporates explicit instruction in English language development and cognitive academic language through reading, writing, oral language and academic vocabulary, supported by instruction in traditional AVID college readiness skills.

Beginning Drama (1st year Drama)	Course # 80052 Semester Course

This is an introductory course to theater. Students will learn basic theater concepts and stage terms. Students will learn pantomime, improvisation, and performance techniques to help them become more comfortable in front of an audience and on stage.

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Broadcasting	Course # 00071

Semester Course
Prerequisite: Minimum grade point average of 2.5 required, approval of academic block/6th grade teacher

Broadcastingintroducesstudentstobasicaudio and videotechnique,equipment,theory,and operation.Studentswillproduceprogramsontelevision and the ITV systems. Enrollment is limited.

Ceramics	Course # 70054 Semester Course

Thiscourseprovidesthebeginning foundationin thebasictechniquesforcreativeceramic making.Emphasisisplaced upon functionalaswell asaesthetic design, good craftsmanship, development of skillsand exploration of cultural and historical influences.

Collaborative Mentoring	Course # 00076

Year Course
Prerequisite: Application required

Thiscourseisdesigned fortheGeneralEducation student (Mentor) whodesirestohelp otherswhohavespecialneeds. Mentorstudents will work one-on-one with a Special Education student in elective courses. Mentors will develop leadership skills, learn problem solving skills, and behavior management techniques. Mentor students will assist their partner with projectsin their elective course.

Color Guard	Course # 11005 Year Course

Color Guard members participate in two dance recitalsduring the year and all Color Guard membersparticipatein the competitive winter guard duringsecond semester. TheColor Guard is alsopart of any paradesin which thebands participate,and they will also performat the CUSDBand Night. There will bea try-out day for students interested in joiningColor Guard; students will benotified followingtry-outsif theyhavebeen selected to beon theteam. Thereareafter-school and weekend practices, as well as performances which are all mandatory to attend.

Computer Applications 7	Course # 3I007 Year Course

An introductory course for 7th grade students to supporttheir integration into the technology-rich laptop environment at the intermediate level. Students will learn foundationalcomputerapplicationsprogramstosupporttheirlearninganddemonstrationofknowledgeontheircoreacademicclassesand strategiesfor appropriate online communication. Students will understand the NETS (National Technology in Education Standards) and meet proficiency requirements through theuse of worksheets, quizzes, tests, projects and exams.

Computer Applications 8	Course # 3I008 Year Course

An intermediate level course for 8th grade students to advance integration into the technology rich laptop environment at the intermediate level. Students will learn basic programming skills, web design, computing and data analysis, robotics, advanced research skills, and photography and videography. Students will understand the NETS (National Technology in Education Standards) and meet proficiency requirements through the use of worksheets, quizzes, tests, and projects.

Computer Science Discoveries	Course # 41005 Year Course

ComputerScienceDiscoveries(CSDiscoveries)isan introductorycomputersciencecoursethatempowersstudentstocreateauthenticartifactsand engage withcomputerscienceasamedium forcreativity,communication,problemsolving,and fun. Thecoursetakesa widelenson computersciencebycovering topics such as programming, physical computing, HTML/CSS, and data. The course inspires students as they build their own websites, apps, games, and physical computingdevices.

Exploratory Agriculture Mechanics & Engineering	Course # 31002 Semester Course

This course provides an introduction to the agriculture mechanics and engineering industry. Students will acquire basic skills needed in the workplace.

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Exploring Technology	Course # 30007 Semester Course

Students will cover many aspects of technology through hands on project-based learning. Students will have the opportunity to build, program, and operate ROBOTSthrough advancedtechnology. In additiontotheroboticscomponent ofthisclass,students will learnaboutcomputerapplications,build and launch rockets, create movies, build circuitboard.

Film Studies	Course # 20067 Semester Course

Thisisa coursethat focuses on thehistoricalstudy of filmin America. We willview someoftheearliest filmsbefore sound,and examinethe lifeoftheactors, directors and writers involved. Students will watch films from different genres and will be required to complete reflections and critiques which will enhance their writing skills.

Folklórico Dance I AB	Course # 88202 Year Course

This is an elective within the Physical Education and Performing Arts department. This course is designed to expose students to the history and Mexican culture through music and dance. The class introduces students to the basic skills necessary to learn Mexican Folklórico dance. Students will learn basic performing skills. Instruction will be provided in the aesthetic, cultural, and historical dimensions of Mexican folkloric dance tradition. Each year a specific repertoireofdancesfromvariousregionsofgreaterMexico will betaught inpreparation forpublicperformancesboth on and offcampus. Folklórico DanceI AB is a beginning level course that builds upon and refines technique, styles, and students’ overall knowledge regarding the production, art and heritage of Folklóricodance. There will bea strong emphasis on student directed lecture/demonstrations,performances, and touring.

Intermediate Drama	Course # 80056 Semester Course

This is an intermediate course to theater. Students will learn intermediate theater concepts and stage terms. Students will learn more in-depth information in pantomime, improvisation, and performance techniques to help them become more comfortable in front of an audience and on stage. No audition required.

Introduction to Education	Course # 31005 Semester Course

Thiscourse willassist studentsin exploringcareersin education.Thecontentincludes,butisnot limitedto,thedevelopmentofleadership skills; explorationof careers in the field of education; exploration of children's literature; thematic units; cooking within the classroom; reading buddies with young children; and horticultural within theclassroom.

Introduction to Spanish	Course # 90051 Semester Course

ThisisanintroductorycoursetotheSpanishlanguage,Studentswillbecomeproficient insimpledirections,conversationand socialpleasantries.Customs of the Spanish culture will also beexplored.

Journalism	Course # 00053

Year Course
Pre-Application Required; grade of A or B in Language Arts Prerequisite: Application required to register

Thiscourseisopento studentsinterestedin workingon theschool yearbook.Studentswilldevelop skillsinphotography,layoutdesign, story writing,editing, proofreading, advertising, marketing,and production experience. Computer and camera knowledge is helpful.

Keyboarding A	Course # 30015 Semester Course

Thiscourse course is intended for students who desire keyboarding skills that will enable them to use a computer efficiently.     Students will master the touch method of keying the alphabetic and number keys and the numeric keypad. Students will have some exposure to basic computer applications and skills.

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Leadership	Course # 00054

Year Course
Prerequisite: Completed application submitted, minimum grade point average of 3.0 required, and approval of Academic Block or 6th grade teacher. *Application required

Leadership students willbeparticipatingin theplanningand execution ofavarietyofprojects,such assettingup dances,rallies,painting signsandvarious school functions. Students will be involved in running school fundraisers. Leadership students will be involved with civic activities at school and in the community. Therewillbecooperativelearningactivitiesand oralpresentations. Leadership studentswilldevelop theleadership skillsthatare relevantto junior high life.

Peer Counseling	Course # 00064

Year Course
Prerequisite: Application, G.P.A. 2.5 or above, and approval of Academic Block or 6th grade teacher. Application required

Peercounselingisaprogram in which studentsaretrained tohelp fellowintermediatestudents with problems facedin adolescence. Thegoalisnot to give advice,butto guideothersto developtheirownsolutionstoproblemsituations.Student leadership skillsarealsoemphasized.Atrainingsessionisrequired.

P.E. Strength and Weight Training	Course # 11016 Year Course

PE Strength and Weighttraining allows studentsan opportunity fortolearn andparticipatein strength trainingto improvetheirfitness.Thiscoursewillalso allow students to learn and participate in activitiesaimed at improving cardiovascular fitness and endurance.

P.E. Dance Year Course

PE Dance is an elective classwhere dance techniques are taught.

Robotics 7 & 8

Year Course

Course # 10002i

Course # 51001

This course curriculum will allow students the opportunity to learn and participate in strength training to improve their fitness leverages the excitement of competition to inspire and engage students in robotics. Students will start off learning appropriate safety protocols for the classroom and shop. Students are then certified and progress into an introduction to robotics. Students get a first-hand experience in the design process. Once design is completed, students are introduced to the actual Game challenge. Students work in groups to deconstruct the game and present each component to the class. The curriculum is created to ensure that students with varying learning styles and levels can accomplish the lesson goals. No prior robotics experience is required.

School Services	Course # 00078

Year Course

Prerequisite: Application, GPA > 2.5, approval of academic block teacher.

This course is designed to provide leadership opportunities for students that include school service, school/community involvement, goal setting, communicationbuilding,problemsolvingapplications,andcreatinganunderstandingandappreciationfordiversitywithinourschoolcommunity.

Teen Living	Course # 30031 Semester Course

Homeeconomiccourseforthe21st century. Teen livingisa hands-on semestercourseintroducingthemain homeeconomicareas. Units of studyinclude nutrition, food preparation, self-esteem development,decision-making, money management,job skills, and clothing care.

Total Body Fitness	Course # 8I001 Year Course

Total Body Fitness is a challenging two-semester elective course that incorporates a variety of fitness activities designed to help students achieve a well-rounded education about fitness and to aide in students achieving fitness goals. This course is designed to assess and improve physical fitness levels and encourage a healthy attitude toward lifelong fitness. Students receive theories and practical activities involved in obtaining and maintaining a healthy weight and appropriate level of fitness. This course will include a variety of cardiovascular activities, high intensity interval training, flexibility training, mindfulness training, as well as nutritional education. The goal of this course is to develop lifelong healthy, active habits, as well as motivated, goal oriented and well-rounded students. This course would include 9, 4-week units.

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Tutoring (Teacher’s Assistant)	Course # 00055

Semester Course
Prerequisite: Must have no D’s or F’s

Studentsenrolled in thiscourseareassigned to aclassroomteacher,administrativeoffice,thenurse’soffice,orthelibrarymediacenter.Course workincludes helping other students in various content areas and assisting in clerical tasks such as filing or using the computer.

Woodworking	Course # 30096 Semester Course

Thiscourse willprovidestudents experiencein woodworkingknowledgeand skillsneededtoproducesmallwoodproducts.Thebeginning student willlearn howto usehand tools and power equipment in the class. Safety, project planning, design, and good craftsmanship are emphasized.

Yearbook	Course # 00056

Year Course
Prerequisite: Application & Interview required; grade of A or B in Language Arts

Thiscourseisopento students whoareinterested in workingon theschool yearbook. Studentsdevelop skillsin layoutdesign,story writing,editing, proofreading, advertising, marketing, and production experience. Computer and camera knowledge ishelpful.

CHOIR

Chamber Choir/Sotto Voce Choir	Course # 80072

Year Course
Prerequisite: Placement by Choral Director.

Thisisapremierperforming group forgirlsand/orboys in the7th and 8th grade whohaveauditioned and possessahigh level ofvocal and musical skills,as well asgood grades.MembersofChamber willbeexpectedto maintain a“C”average. Theyperformchoralliteratureofall styles and periods.Studentswill learn to read music atsight.

Concert Choir	Course # 80055

Year Course
Prerequisite: Placement by the Choral Director

The Concert Choir is made up of girls who have a special interest in music and a strong aural awareness and are already skilled in part singing. This choir performschoral literaturein3 or4parts fromallmusicalgenres. Students willperformat school functions, festivals,and civicevents.Singersarerequiredto attend all extra rehearsals and bepresent at all performances.

Jazz Choir	Course # 80071

Year Course
Prerequisite: Placement in Canto Vivo and Jazz Choir, placement to be determined by the Choral Director

The Concert Choir is made up of girls who have a special interest in music and a strong aural awareness and are already skilled in part singing. This choir performschoral literaturein3 or4 parts fromallmusical genres.Studentswill performatschool functions,festivals,andcivic events. Singersarerequiredto attend all extra rehearsals and be present at all performances.

Soprano & Alto Choir	Course # 80064 Year Course

Thisisabeginning levelcourseoffered to girls who havean interestin vocalmusic. It isdesigned todevelop an appreciation and an understanding ofmusical styles from a variety of sources. Members will learn to understand musical symbols and perform them. Members will learn to sing music written in unison and 2 parts.

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Treble Clef Chorale	Course # 80047 Year Course

This choir is designed to meet the needs of those singers who possess stronger vocal and aural skills. This class will develop good singing habits and will introducechallengingmusicfromavarietyofstyles. Studentswilllearn music vocabularyand symbols.Two-andthree-part musicwillbetaught. Students are required to attend all extra rehearsals and be present at all performances.

Tenor & Bass Choir	Course # 80053 Year Course

This course is offered for boys who have a desire to sing in choir. It provides an opportunity for young men to learn proper vocal techniques, in a non-threatening environment, as they transition through thechanging voice.Members will learn to sing music written in 2, 3 and 4 parts. Theboys will performat school and civic events. Students are required to attend all extra rehearsals and bepresent at all performances.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Band	Course # 80051 Year Course

Band isopen to all students who play aband instrument. Students who areinterested in anyof theband classesshould registerfor“Band” on theirregistration form. Students will be placed in theappropriateclass by theband director.
Intermediate Band - is a full band class. The focus of Intermediate Band is the development of good fundamental skills. The majority of students in this class will be 7th graders. Attendance at performances is expected.
ConcertBand-iscomprised of two classes(Brassand Woodwinds)that arecombined forconcerts. Studentsin this class shouldhavea stronggrasp ofmusic fundamentals. Attendance at performances isexpected.
Symphonic Band - is a full band class. Students in this class will have a strong grasp of music fundamentals. Students will be placed into this ensemble by audition and/or director recommendation. Attendance at performances is expected.

Jazz Band	Course # 80058

Year Course
Prerequisite: See Counselor

JazzBand isopen toinstrumentalistswhohavehad priorinstruction on a band instrument. Thisclass rehearsesduringtheschoolday. Itisdesigned toteach the language of Jazz and prepare students for performances in concerts and festivals. Students are required to attend all extra rehearsals and be present at all performances. After-school rehearsals may berequired.

Marching Band	Course # 11005

Year Course
Prerequisite: See Counselor

All 8th grade students who participate in any band class are encouraged to participate in marching band and 7th grade students are encouraged to join as their skills develop. 7th grade students who want to march in parades and band reviews should register for 0 Period PE. Because this will satisfy a student’s PE requirement, this option opens up a second elective for students allowing them to pursue two interests without having to choose between them. In addition, students will learn the basics of marching technique. All students in 0 Period PE/Marching Band are automatically in our Marching Band. The full Marching Band and Color Guard rehearse on Fridays during 0 Period during the fall marching season.

Orchestra	Course # 80059

Year Course
Prerequisite: See Counselor

The orchestra is open to students who are interested in playing string instruments (violin, viola, cello, and string bass).
ConcertOrchestra ismadeup ofbeginning/intermediatelevelviolin, viola,cello,and DoubleBassstringplayers. It isencouraged,butnot required tohave one or two years of music experienceprior to entering the class.
Advanced Orchestra is by audition only. This class is made up of advanced string players who have been playing for three or more years. Private lessons are encouraged, but not required.

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Percussion	Course # 80068

Year Course
Prerequisite: See Counselor.

Percussion is part of the instrumental music program, but is a separated class, and is open to students who wish to learn percussion. There are two classes offered during the schoolday. Oneis for beginners who comein with littleto basic elementary school ability (usually7th graders)and theotheris foradvanced students with prior percussion training (usually 8th graders). Most students take the zero period marching band P.E. which allows for study of marching drumlineinstrumentsand preparesthem forthecompetitivewinterpercussion seasonbetween DecemberandMarch. Students willlearn musictheory, aswell as rhythmic and fundamentals which includes both reading and writing music. In addition to participating in the concert band setting, these students will primarily focus on exploring the snare drum andkeyboards.

Symphonic Band	Course # 80054

Year Course
Prerequisite: See Counselor.

Thisistheadvanced levelconcertband madeup ofbrass, woodwindandpercussion studentsselected by audition.Thisbandperformsat school functions, footballgames, festivals, concerts, and parades. Studentsare required to attend all extra rehearsalsand bepresent at all performances.

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COURSE INDEX

7th Grade Academic Block
(Language Arts & History)......................................101 8th Grade Academic Block
(Language Arts & History)..........................................101 Academic Seminar .....................................................102 Adv. Interdisciplinary Science for
Sustainable Agriculture AB.......................................53 Advanced Art..............................................................105 Advanced Drama........................................................105 Advanced Floral Design (P)..........................................27 Advanced Math 7........................................................103 Advanced Math 8........................................................103 Advanced Mathematics AB (P).....................................46 Advanced Technical Theater (P)..................................22 Advanced Three-Dimensional Art Studies (P)..............27 Advanced Two-Dimensional Art AB .............................27 Ag Engineering I AB .....................................................53 Ag Engineering II AB (P) ..............................................53 Ag Engineering III AB...................................................53 Ag Science I AB............................................................53 Agricultural Biology AB (P) ...........................................53 Agricultural Government A (P)......................................40 Agricultural Mechanics .................................................82 Agricultural Mechanics .................................................83 Agricultural Science......................................................83 Agriculture Exploration ...............................................105 Allied Health Science 2 AB (P).....................................54 Allied Health Science I AB (P)......................................53 American Culture A (P).................................................40 American Government (IND)........................................41 American Government A (P) ........................................40 American Government Honors (HP) ............................40 American Sign Language 1 AB ....................................60 Anatomy & Physiology AB............................................54 Animal Science.............................................................84 AP Art History AB (HP).................................................27 AP Biology AB ..............................................................54 AP Calculus AB (HP)....................................................46 AP Calculus BC (HP)....................................................46 AP Chemistry AB (HP)..................................................54 AP Chinese Language Literature and Culture AB (HP) 60 AP Computer Science A (HP).......................................46 AP Computer Science Principles AB (HP) ...................46 AP English Language and Composition AB (HP).........32 AP English Literature and Composition AB (HP)..........32 AP Environmental Science AB (HP).............................54 AP European History AB (HP)......................................41 AP French Language Literature and Culture AB (HP)..60 AP German Language Literature and Culture AB (HP) 60 AP Human Geography AB (HP)...................................41 AP Macroeconomics A (HP).........................................41 AP Microeconomics A (HP)..........................................41 AP Music Theory AB (HP)............................................20

AP Physics 1 AB (HP)...................................................55 AP Physics C AB (HP) ..................................................55 AP Psychology AB (HP)................................................42 AP Spanish Language and Culture AB (HP) ................61 AP Spanish Literature and Culture AB (HP) .................61 AP Statistics AB (HP)....................................................47 AP Studio Art 3-D Design AB (HP)................................27 AP Studio Art Drawing AB (HP) ....................................28 AP U.S. Government / Politics A (HP) ..........................42 AP United States History AB (HP).................................42 AP World History AB (HP).............................................42 ART - VISUAL ARTS ....................................................27 Art 1 AB (P)...................................................................28 Art 2 AB (P)...................................................................28 Art 3 AB (P)...................................................................28 Art History A (P) ............................................................66 Art/Drawing..................................................................105 Auto 2 A (Automotive Electrical Systems).....................66 Auto 2 AB......................................................................66 Auto 2 B (Auto Brake andSuspension Systems)..........66 Auto 3 A (Automotive Transmission
and Power Train) AB.................................................66 Auto 3 AB......................................................................66 Auto 3 B (Automotive Engines) AB...............................67 Auto Systems Technology AB (ROP) ...........................67 AVID (Advancement ViaIndividual Determination).....105 AVID 10AB (P) ..............................................................77 AVID 11AB (P) ..............................................................77 AVID 12AB (P) ..............................................................77 AVID 9AB (P) ................................................................77 AVID Excel..................................................................105

Band............................................................................110 Band / Color Guard AB..................................................18 Basic Auto AB ...............................................................67 Basic Foods AB.............................................................67 Basic Metal Manufacturing AB......................................67 Basic Woodworking AB.................................................67 Beginning Broadcasting AB (P).....................................28 Beginning Drama ........................................................105 Bible as Literature A (P)................................................32 Biology & Sustainable Ag AB (P)..................................56 Biology AB (P).......................................................55, 103 Biology Honors AB (HP)................................................56 Biology Honors AB (P) ..................................................55 Biomedicine Lab............................................................96 Biotechnology Lab.........................................................96 Broadcasting ...............................................................106 Building Information Modeling AB (P) ...........................29 Building Trades Internship AB (ROP)............................67 Business & Financial Services Internship AB (P) .........67 Business and Finance Lab............................................96

Career Exploration AB...................................................68 Careers AB....................................................................67

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Careers in Child Development AB (ROP) (P)...............68 Careers in Education AB (ROP) (P).............................68 CART LABS..................................................................96 CDE Animal Science AB (P).........................................56 CENTER FOR ADVANCED RESEARCH AND
TECHNOLOGY ........................................................95 Ceramics.....................................................................106 Ceramics 1 AB (P)........................................................29 Ceramics 2 AB (P)........................................................29 Ceramics 3 AB (P)........................................................29 Chamber Choir/Sotto Voce Choir...............................109 Chamber Orchestra AB (P*).........................................20 Chamber Singers AB (P)..............................................24 Chemistry AB (P)..........................................................56 Chemistry and Agriscience AB (P)...............................56 Chemistry Honors AB (HP)...........................................57 Chemistry Honors AB (P) .............................................56 Chemistry/Environmental Engineering-Water AB (P)...56 Child Development.......................................................84 Child Development A....................................................68 Chinese 1 AB (P)..........................................................61 Chinese 2 AB (P)..........................................................61 Chinese 3 AB (P)..........................................................61 CHOIR........................................................................ 109 Collaborative Mentoring..............................................106 Collaborative Mentoring AB..........................................68 College Composition & American Literature AB (P).....32 Color Guard................................................................106 Community Involvement A............................................77 Composition Through Careers AB (HP).......................32 Computer Aided Design and Engineering (P) ..............68 Computer Applications 7 ............................................106 Computer Applications 8 ............................................106 Computer Applications I AB..........................................69 Computer Science Discoveries ..................................106 Concert Band AB (P*)...................................................20 Concert Choir..............................................................109 Concert Choir AB (P)....................................................24 Concert Orchestra AB (P*)...........................................20 Construction Technology I AB - Introduction................69 Contemporary Issues in EducationAB (HP) ................33 Contemporary Issues in Literature A (P)......................33 Creative Composition & Literature A (P) ......................33 Criminal Investigation AB (ROP)..................................69 Criminal Justice AB (ROP)...........................................69 Cross-Age Tutoring – Math ..........................................47 CSU Expository Reading and Writing CourseAB (P) ..33 CTE PATHWAYS.........................................................82 Culinary Arts & Hospitality
Management AB (ROP) (P).....................................69 Culinary Arts AB (ROP) (P)..........................................69 Cybersecurity Lab.........................................................96

DANCE......................................................................... 18 Dance 1 AB (P).............................................................18 Dance 2 AB (P).............................................................18 Dance Repertory AB (P)...............................................18 Debate AB ....................................................................78 Design, Visual, & Media Arts (BHS).......................85, 86 Diesel Engine Technology (ROP) ................................69 Digital Film Making (P) .................................................29 Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship Lab................96 Digital Photography II (P) .............................................29 Directed Study Physical Ed AB.....................................50 Drama 1 AB (P)............................................................22

Drama 2 AB (P).............................................................22 Drama 2 Technical Theater Arts AB (P)........................22 Drama 3 AB (P).............................................................23 Drama 3 Technical Theater AB.....................................23 Drama 4 AB (P).............................................................23

Economics A (IND)........................................................43 Economics A (P)............................................................43 Economics Honors (HP)................................................43 ELECTIVE COURSEWORK.......................................105 ELECTIVES...................................................................66 Electronic Systems – Sound and
Communication AB (ROP)........................................69 Emergency Response...................................................86 Engine Technology AB (ROP) ......................................69 Engineering America: U.S. History (HP) .......................43 Engineering Design.......................................................87 Engineering, Manufacturing and Robotics Lab.............97 English 10 AB (P)..........................................................34 English 10 Honors AB (HP)...........................................34 English 11 AB (P)..........................................................34 English 11 Honors (HP).................................................34 English 12 AB (P)..........................................................34 English 9 AB (P)............................................................33 English 9 Honors AB (P) ...............................................33 English Lab AB..............................................................35 English Language Arts 12 Honors (HP)........................35 ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT.....................38 English Language Development 1 AB ..........................38 English Language Development 2 AB ..........................38 English Language Development 3 AB ..........................38 English Language Development 4 AB ..........................38 English Seminar AB ......................................................35 Entrepreneurship and Marketing AB.............................69 Environmental Resources.............................................87 Environmental Science and Field Research Lab..........97 Experiences in Literature and Composition 1 AB .........35 Experiences in Literature and Composition2 AB..........35 Exploration of Child and Adolescent Literature (HP).....36 Exploratory Agriculture Mechanics& Engineering......106 Exploring Computer Science (P)...................................69 Exploring Technology..................................................107 Expository English 12 Honors AB (HP).........................36

Fashion Design A..........................................................70 Film as Literature AB (P)...............................................36 Film Studies.................................................................107 Financial Literacy AB (P)...............................................70 Financial Math (P).........................................................47 Financial Services.........................................................88 Fire Fighting Technology I AB (ROP)............................70 Fire Fighting Technology II AB (ROP) ..........................70 Focus on College and Career A (P)..............................70 Folklórico Dance I AB..................................................107 Folklórico Dance I AB (P)..............................................19 Folklórico Dance II AB (P).............................................19 Folklórico Dance III AB (P)............................................19 Food Science AB (P).....................................................70 Food Science and Nutrition AB (P)...............................70 Food Service and Hospitality ........................................89 Forensic Research and Biotechnology Lab..................97 Forensics AB (P)...........................................................78 Foundations of Math 2 AB.............................................47 Foundations of Math 3 AB.............................................47 French 1 AB (P).............................................................62

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French 2 AB (P)............................................................62 French 3 AB (P)............................................................62 French 4 AB (P)............................................................62 French I....................................................................... 103 Fundamentals of Carpentry AB....................................70 Furniture as Art AB.......................................................70

General Art AB..............................................................29 General Work Experience AB.......................................71 Geology AB (P).............................................................57 German 1 AB (P)..........................................................62 German 2 AB (P)..........................................................62 German 3 AB (P)..........................................................63

HEALTH........................................................................ 39 Health & Medical Wellness (P) (ROP)..........................71 Health A........................................................................ 39 Health and Medical Wellness (P) (ROP)......................39 HISTORY / SOCIAL SCIENCE ....................................40 History Through Film A.................................................71 Hmong 1 AB (P)............................................................63 Hmong 2 AB (P)............................................................63 Hmong 3 AB (P)............................................................63 Honors Science 7 .......................................................104 Honors 7th Grade Academic Block .............................103 Honors 8th Grade Academic Block .............................103 Honors Advanced Band AB (P)....................................21 Honors Computer Integrated Manufacturing AB (HP)..71 HONORS COURSEWORK........................................103 Honors Engineering & Design (HP)..............................29 Honors Engineering Design & Development AB (HP)..78 Honors Environmental Sustainability AB (HP)..............57 Honors History 8.........................................................104 Honors Math 2 AB (P)...................................................48 Honors Math 3 AB (P)...................................................48 Honors Principles of Engineering (HP..........................30 Honors Principles of Engineering AB (HP)...................71 Honors Science 8 .......................................................104

INSTRUMENTAL..........................................................20 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC...........................................110 Integrated Physical Science AB (P)..............................57 Interactive Game Design Lab.......................................97 Interior Decoration A.....................................................71 Intermediate Drama....................................................107 INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS....................................100 Intermediate Woodworking AB.....................................71 INTERVENTION COURSEWORK.............................102 Introduction to Business AB (P)....................................72 Introduction to Computers A.........................................72 Introduction to Design 1, 2 AB (P)................................30 Introduction to Digital Photography AB (P)...................30 Introduction to Education............................................107 Introduction to Finance AB (P)......................................72 Introduction to Information Tech...................................72 Introduction to Musical Theatre (P*).............................23 Introduction to Spanish...............................................107

Jazz Band...................................................................110 Jazz Band AB (P) .........................................................21 Jazz Choir...................................................................109 Journalism ..................................................................107 Journalism & Publishing AB (ROP)..............................72 Journalism AB (P).........................................................78

Junior ROTC - Aerospace ScienceI AB .......................78 Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science II AB......................78 Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science III AB.....................79 Junior ROTC - Aerospace Science IV AB.....................79

Keyboarding A.......................................................72, 107

Latin 1 (P)......................................................................63 Latin 2 (P)......................................................................64 Law and Order and Policy Lab......................................97 Leadership...................................................................108

Manufacturing and Product Design (ROP)....................72 Marching Band............................................................110 Marimba Band AB.........................................................21 Marketing Management 1 AB........................................73 Marketing Management 2 AB........................................73 Math 1 AB (P)................................................................48 Math 2 AB (P)................................................................48 Math 3 AB (P)................................................................48 Math 7 .........................................................................101 Math 8 .........................................................................101 Math Lab AB..................................................................49 Math Seminar..............................................................102 Math Strategies...........................................................102 Math Tutorial AB............................................................49 MATHEMATICS............................................................46 Medical Careers AB (ROP)...........................................73 Medical Health Careers (P)...........................................73 Medical Terminology AB (P) .........................................73 Mixed Choir 1 AB (P).....................................................24 Multi-Craft Core Curriculum: Building Scaled Structures
AB (HP) (ROP)..........................................................73 Multi-Cultural Studio Art 1 AB (P)..................................30 Multimedia – Digital Media and Graphic Design Lab....98 Multimedia – Digital Video Production &
Broadcasting Lab......................................................98 Multimedia Communication (ROP) (P)..........................30 Mythology and Science Fiction AB (P)..........................36

Nursery Assistant A.......................................................79 Nursing Assistant AB (P)...............................................73

On Your Own A.............................................................74 Online Learning & Digital Citizenship AB......................74 Orchestra.....................................................................110

P.E. Adapted AB ...........................................................50 P.E. Adapted Peer Tutoring AB.....................................50 P.E. Band & Color Guard A...........................................50 P.E. Core AB.................................................................50 P.E. Cross Age Tutoring AB..........................................51 P.E. Dance..................................................................108 P.E. Dance 1 AB (P)......................................................51 P.E. Dance 2 AB (P)......................................................51 P.E. Dance Repertory AB (P)........................................51 P.E. Lifetime Sports AB.................................................51 P.E. Pep & Cheer AB....................................................52 P.E. Recreation & Core AB...........................................52 P.E. Strength & Weight Training AB..............................52 P.E. Strength and Weight Training..............................108 P.E. Team & Individual Sports AB.................................52 Parenting 1 AB..............................................................74 Parenting 2 AB..............................................................74 Parenting 3 AB..............................................................74

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Patient Care..................................................................89 Peer Counseling.........................................................108 Peer Counseling (P*)....................................................79 Percussion..................................................................111 Performing Arts.............................................................90 Performing Arts AB (ROP)............................................23 Personal Finance AB (P)..............................................75 Pharmacy Technician AB (P)........................................75 Photography 1 AB (P)...................................................30 Photography 2 AB (P)...................................................30 Photography 3 AB (P)...................................................31 PHYSICAL EDUCATION..............................................50 Physical Education (P.E.)...........................................101 Physics AB (P)..............................................................57 Physics and Technology AB (P)...................................58 Physics Honors (HP)....................................................58 Plant Production Management AB (P)..........................58 Pre AP English AB (P)..................................................36 Principles of Athletic Training AB (ROP)......................75 Principles of Engineering & Robotics AB (P)................75 Production and Managerial Arts...................................91 Production Innovation and Design ...............................92 Psychology A (P)..........................................................43 Psychology and Human Behavior Lab.........................98 Public Safety.................................................................92 Publishing Management AB (ROP)..............................75

Reading Strategies / Read 180 ..................................102 Rehabilitation Therapy Careers AB (P) (ROP).............75 Residential and Commercial Construction...................92 Rhetoric and Composition AB (P).................................37 Robotics 7 & 8 ............................................................108

School Services..........................................................108 SCIENCE......................................................................53 Science 1 AB................................................................58 Science 2 AB................................................................58 Science 7....................................................................101 Science 8....................................................................101 Sculpture / Three-Dimensional Design 1 AB (P)..........31 Service Leadership AB.................................................80 Small Business Management AB (ROP)......................75 Sociology A (P).............................................................44 Sociology of the Family A.............................................76 Software and Systems Development...........................93 Soprano & Alto Choir..................................................109 Soprano / Alto Choir AB (P)..........................................24 Spanish 1 AB (P)..........................................................64 Spanish 2 AB (P)..........................................................64 Spanish 2 Honors AB (P) .............................................64 Spanish 3 AB (P)..........................................................64 Spanish 3 Honors AB (P) .............................................65 Spanish 4 AB (P)..........................................................65 Spanish for Native Speakers 1 AB (P) .........................65 Spanish for Native Speakers 2 AB (P) .........................65 Spanish I.....................................................................104

SPECIAL EDUCATION.................................................81 SPECIAL PROGRAMS.................................................77 Sports Medicine AB (P) (ROP)......................................58 Sports Medicine/Fitness (P) (ROP)...............................76 Stagecraft AB................................................................23 Statistics & Probability AB (P).......................................49 String Orchestra AB (P*)...............................................21 Student Leadership AB .................................................80 Study Skills AB..............................................................80 Study Strategies..........................................................102 Success A .....................................................................76 Symphonic Band.........................................................111 Symphonic Band AB (P*)..............................................21 Systems, Diagnostics, Service, & Repair......................94

Teen Living..................................................................108 Tenor & Bass Choir.....................................................110 Tenor / Bass Choir AB (P).............................................25 The Art and History of Floral DesignAB (P)..................28 The Art of Music Production andEngineering (P).........24 THEATER ARTS...........................................................22 Three-Dimensional Design2 AB (P) .............................31 Total Body Fitness ..............................................108, 109 Treble Clef Chorale.....................................................110 Tutoring AB ...................................................................80

United States History AB (IND).....................................44 United States History AB (P).........................................44 United States History Honors (HP)................................44

Veterinary Science AB (P) ............................................58 Videography Animation & Multimedia (P)(ROP) ..........31 Videography I AB (P) ....................................................31 Vocal Ensemble 1 AB (P)..............................................25 Vocal Ensemble 2 AB (P)..............................................25 Vocal Ensemble 3 AB (P)..............................................25 Vocal Ensemble 4 AB (P)..............................................25

Web Application Development Lab...............................98 Welding Fabrication and Application AB (ROP)............76 Welding Processes and FabricationAB (ROP).............76 Wind Symphony AB (P*)...............................................22 Women’s Ensemble AB (P*) .........................................26 Woodworking...............................................................109 World Geography & Cultures A (P)...............................44 World History AB (IND) .................................................45 World History AB (P).....................................................45 World History Honors (HP)............................................45 WORLD LANGUAGE....................................................60 World Literature & Composition AB (P).........................37

Yearbook.....................................................................109 Yearbook Production AB...............................................80

Zoology AB (P)..............................................................59

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