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Course Description Guide

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REGISTRATION AND

GRADUATION GUIDELINES

The purpose of this handbook is to help you plan

your high school career. Your counselors and

teachers are available to help in planning your

program of study, but we urge you and your

parents to discuss your educational goals and plan

your program based on these goals.

Please follow these steps:

Step 1:

Get to know your AHS counselor. Counselors are

assigned based on your grade level.

Freshman and Senior

Mrs. Thornton 334-9414 ext. 1315

Sophomore and Junior

Mrs. Calvert 334-9414 ext. 1314

College and Career

Catherine Olson 334-9414 ext. 1309

College/Career Webpage

In addition to the above academic counselors, AHS

has a counselor to work with Native American

students in association with their academic

counselor.

Native American Education Counselor

Ms. Kimberly Zah 334-9505 ext.1077

Onsite School Social Worker

Janet Sloan 334-9414 ext. 1316

It is the policy of the AHS Counseling Office to see

every student on an individual basis at least once

each year to discuss academic progress and

planning. At any other time, if you have questions

or have other needs or concerns, please feel free to

call for an appointment. The AHS counseling staff

will be happy to assist you.

Step 2:

Know the AHS Graduation Requirements

Regular Education

Students Entering the 9th Grade 2017, 2018 and 2019, 2020

& 2021:

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English 4 - credits

Math 4 - credits

(Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry)

Science 3 - credits (General Biology, General Chemistry, General Physics)

New Mexico History .5 - credit

World History/Geography 1 - credit

US History/Geography 1 - credit

Government/Economics 1 - credit

Physical Education (PE) 1 - credit

Health .5 - credit

Foreign Language 1 - credit

Electives 7 - credits

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Total Credits 24 - credits

Students must also meet the following requirements

One credit in an AP/Honors course, Dual

Credit course, or distance learning

One credit in either a career cluster course, work place readiness course or foreign language course

Graduation requirements are based on credits earned in

9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. Half a credit (.5) is given for

each semester of each subject passed unless otherwise

stated in the course description.

In addition to the credit requirements, please visit the link

below for NM PED assessment graduation requirements.

https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureas/college-career-

readiness/graduation

https://ahs-amsd-nm.schoolloop.com/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1446977070274&vdid=ei53g2c875oksxz

https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureas/college-career-readiness/graduation

https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureas/college-career-readiness/graduation

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Step 3: Before selecting a course, please read the course description to be sure it fits your needs, interests, and abilities, and that you have met all prerequisites.

Step 4: Know about college entrance requirements, armed services or vocational and technical school requirements and keep those in mind when selecting your courses.

Step 5: Some courses at AHS require an audition, class fee, instructor approval and/or an application. Credit Recovery (Edgenuity) is $25 per course taken. Be sure to note these unique requirements and adhere to deadlines.

Step 6: Seniors must be enrolled in a minimum of four

courses each semester to be eligible for New Mexico Athletic Association (NMAA) sports and sanctioned activities.

Step 7: When selecting your courses, please know that parents and students may not choose their teachers. Instructors at AHS are professionally licensed and meet the New Mexico Public Education Department requirements to teach.

Step 8: Parents are to be notified in writing no later than the conclusion of the third (3rd) nine-weeks grading period of their student’s senior year if the student is at risk of not meeting all graduation requirements. Progress reports are to be provided to parents and students at each grading period.

Special Education

Listed above, under "Regular Education," are the

requirements that must be completed before a student

may receive a high school diploma. Completion of

graduation requirements for special education

students who do not meet the required units of credit

shall be determined on a case-by-case basis in

accordance with the special education course of study

and the individualized education program of the

student.

SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY

After registration is finalized, schedule changes will be made for the following reasons only:

A course is taken and passed in summer school, or through an accredited correspondence program

An exceptional circumstance approved by the administration

The change is initiated by a teacher, the counseling office or administration

No schedule change will occur past the 10th

school day of the start of each semester.

SELECTING YOUR COURSES &

PREPARING YOUR EDUCATIONAL PLAN

At the successful completion of all seven classes

during a semester, students will earn a half (.5)

credit in each of their seven classes. At

the successful completion of the year, students will

earn a total of 7 credits. Some zero and seventh hour

classes will be offered, so students could earn an

additional (.5) credit each semester if they select to.

If students fail a required class, they may retake the

class by going back into the class room, summer

school, through the credit recovery (Edgenuity) or

an approved correspondence course. Information

for these options are found in the counseling office.

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RECOMMENDED FOUR YEAR PLAN

9th Grade

English I Algebra I General Biology NM History (.5) PE (.5) Health (.5) 2.5 Elective credits

10th Grade

English II Geometry Chemistry World History 2.5 Elective credits PE (.5)

11th Grade

English III Algebra II Physics US History 2.5 Elective credits Dual Credit

12TH Grade

English IV Math Economics (.5) Government (.5) 2 Electives

DETERMINATION OF CLASS RANK

Your cumulative weighted GPA at the conclusion of the

Quarter 3 semester of senior year will determine final rank.

The GPA is computed by dividing the number of grade points

earned by the number of classes taken. Grade points are

assigned on the following basis:

Grade Regular/Pre AP-Honors Courses

AP Courses and

San Juan College articulated courses

A 4.0 5.0

B 3.0 4.0

C 2.0 3.0

D 1.0 1.0

F 0.0 0.0

EARLY GRADUATION

Any student considering early graduation should discuss the advantages and disadvantages with his/her counselor. All students applying for early graduation must submit an early graduation application, which specifically lists the reasons for choosing this alternative. All early graduation applications must be submitted to the counseling office no later than September 4th of the school year you intend to graduate. Students who would like to graduate early must also meet the following criteria at the time of application:

Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher

Students must have passed ALL sections of the

NMHSGA or applicable standard based

assessment.

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APPLYING TO VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL

SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, AND

UNIVERSITIES

High school students can continue their education in

one of the following ways: earn a Certificate or

Associate of Applied Science degree at a one or two-

year technical or vocational school; earn an Applied

Science or Associate of Arts degree at a one or two-

year community college; earn a Bachelor’s degree at

a College or University; enter the Armed Services,

Job Corps, or an Apprenticeship program.

Post-secondary institutions place the greatest

emphasis on your high school transcript. This

official document lists the courses you’ve taken, the

grades received in those courses, your grade point

average, class rank, and your college admission test

scores. During your senior year, you should

maintain academic rigor and continue high

performance because many colleges and universities

are now placing more emphasis on your senior year.

Most four-year colleges or universities suggest or

require the following high school courses:

English 4 credits

Mathematics 3 credits (Algebra I and higher) Lab Science 2-3 credits

Social Studies 3 credits

Foreign Language 1- 2 credits (In the same language)

Specific colleges may have requirements other than those stated. You are invited to work with your counselor to determine if you are fulfilling the requirements for the college of your choice. You must realize that rapidly changing conditions in a highly technical and globally competitive world are making education after high school increasingly necessary. A four-year college degree is appropriate for some students; however, other exciting, and well-paying job opportunities are available for those who wish to pursue a two-year college degree in a technical/vocational school or college.

COLLEGE ADMISSION TESTS

PSAT

PSAT is a practice test for the SAT usually taken during

the sophomore and/or junior years. The results predict

performance on the SAT and ACT. PSAT scores earned

in the junior year may qualify a student for the National

Merit Scholarship. See counselors for additional

information.

ACT/SAT

Colleges are relying more and more each year on

admission tests such as the American College Test

(ACT) and the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Bulletins

and information about these tests are available in the

counseling office. Test scores are important

determinants for scholarships and general admission

into colleges and universities. It is recommended that

students take these tests in the spring of their junior

year.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are one method to help pay the ever-rising

costs of higher education. It is never too early to begin

scholarship searches.

Factors such as GPA, ACT/SAT scores, class rank, the

involvement in student and leadership activities, and

the difficulty of courses taken all play an important role

in determining how competitive students will be when

applying for scholarships. There are also numerous

scholarships that are awarded based on financial need.

Be alert to scholarship deadlines and give ample time in

preparing the scholarship applications. Many

applications require letters of recommendation from

teachers and/or guidance counselors. As a courtesy,

please give the teacher and/or guidance counselor 2

week notice when requesting a letter of

recommendation. This will insure that the teacher

and/or counselor have plenty of time to prepare an

effective letter.

We encourage students to utilize the AMS website as an

excellent resource in obtaining college and scholarship

information.

The website address is: www.aztecschools.com/students

http://www.aztecschools.com/students

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COLLEGE WEBSITES

Eastern New Mexico University www.enmu.edu Fort Lewis College www.fortlewis.edu New Mexico Highlands University www.nmhu.edu

New Mexico State University www.nmsu.edu New Mexico Tech www.nmt.edu

San Juan College www.sanjuancollege.edu University of New Mexico www.unm.edu Western New Mexico University www.wnmu.edu

SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Enrichment Alley www.enrichmentalley.com

GENERAL COLLEGE INFORMATION

ACT www.actstudent.org CAREER CRUISING www.careercruising.com CARVE YOUR PATH www.carveyourpath.org THE CAREER KEY www.careerkey.org COLLEGE BOARD www.collegeboard.com COLLEGE BOARD CAREERS www.collegeboard.org/career/bin/career.pl COLLEGE MAJORS and CAREERS http://careerservices.rutgers.edu/CareerHandouts.html COLLEGE TRENDS www.collegetrends.org FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov FAST WEB www.fastweb.com MARCH 2 SUCCESS www.march2success.com NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE www.ncaaclearinghouse.net NEW MEXICO CAREER RESOURCE NETWORK http://www.nmcrn.state.nm.us/career/dol_interest.html WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN… www.uncwil.edu/stuaff/career/Majors

http://www.enmu.edu/

http://www.fortlewis.edu/

http://www.nmhu.edu/

http://www.nmsu.edu/

http://www.nmt.edu/

http://www.sanjuancollege.edu/

http://www.unm.edu/

http://www.wnmu.edu/

http://www.enrichmentalley.com/

http://www.actstudent.org/

http://www.careercruising.com/

http://www.carveyourpath.org/

http://www.careerkey.org/

http://www.collegeboard.com/

http://www.collegeboard.org/career/bin/career.pl

http://www.careerservices.rutgers.edu/CareerHandouts.html

http://www.collegetrends.org/

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

http://www.fastweb.com/

http://www.march2success.com/

http://www.ncaaclearinghouse.net/

http://www.nmcrn.state.nm.us/career/dol_interest.html

http://www.uncwil.edu/stuaff/career/Majors

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NEW MEXICO DUAL CREDIT PROGRAM

1. Dual Credit is a program in which qualified and approved

high school students may take college-level courses either at

AHS, San Juan College or Eastern New Mexico University.

Students at AHS may begin taking courses during their

freshmen year with approval. Vouchers are available for

textbooks. Students have the option to take multiple courses

but AHS will only pay for one textbook. Once students have

redeemed their voucher they are responsible for paying for

additional textbooks. In order to participate in the Dual

Credit program, students must follow these steps:

2. Meet with Ms. Olson to begin. Your counselor will

complete the high school information and help you with the

forms.

3. Choose the courses of interests.

4. Obtain your SJC Student ID from the Admissions office.

5. Obtain textbooks if necessary for your SJC class.

6. Find your class and go! AHS students must adhere to the

SJC calendar as well as to the AHS calendar.

The following Dual Credit Classes are offered on AHS Campus

FYEK-1110 First-year Seminar

MATH 1170 Math for Technical Careers

MATH 1155 Math for Health Careers

MATH 1240 Pre-Calculus

MATH 1230 Trigonometry

ARTS 1610 Drawing I

ARTS 1630 Painting I

ENG110 Process Technology I

ENG133 Process Technology I – Equipment

PSYC1110 Introduction to Psychology

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ENGLISH

English Enrichment I

Prerequisite: Instructor Approval

Credit: 1 - English Credit

This course is designed to give students the skills

they would gain in other English I classes; but

language skills such as vocabulary enrichment,

reading comprehension, and writing proficiency

are emphasized. This course provides the

support that will help students in other English courses throughout high school. Students will be

screened based on teacher recommendation,

standardized test scores, and pretest scores.

English I

Prerequisite: None


This course will concentrate on grammar skills,

writing, and literature. After an initial review of

grammar, students will concentrate on writing high school-level outlines and paragraphs,

incorporating grammar skills already learned.

Listening, speaking, and vocabulary study will

also be covered. Students will be introduced to

various forms of literature.

English I (Pre-AP)

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1- English Credit

This course will emphasize improving writing skills, especially the development of a well-

organized essay. Content will concentrate on

analysis of different types of literature by genre.

Class discussion and frequent writing will be

required. This course is recommended for those

students wishing to take the AP English Literature course their senior year.

English II

Prerequisite: English I

Credit: 1-English Credit

This course will emphasize the use of the writing

process to persuade an audience and analyze a

text with a concentration on world literature. The

class will focus on close reading, presentation,

and research skills. The research process will be

reviewed, extended, and implemented.

ENGLISH

English II (Pre-AP)

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation Credit: 1 - English Credit

This course will emphasize the further

development of the writing process and an in-

depth study of various pieces of world literature.

Class discussion, research, timed writings, and

group projects will be required. This class will

prepare those students who wish to take the AP

English Literature course their senior year.

English III

Prerequisite: English II


This course will follow a traditional approach to

studying literature. It will cover American

literature from the 1600’s to the present. The Six

Traits of Writing will be stressed, and research

will be required.

AP Literature and Composition



Course is designed to parallel college level English

courses, AP English Language and Composition

courses expose students to prose written in a

variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical

contexts. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of

authorial purpose, intended audience, and the

subject at hand; students learn to develop

stylistic flexibility as they write compositions

covering a variety of subjects and intended for

various purposes. This course is intended to

prepare students for the optional Advanced

Placement Exam in this subject and should follow

the published College Board guidelines.

English IV

Prerequisite: English III Credit: 1 - English Credit

In this course students will study British

literature from the 400’s to the present.

Composition instruction will focus on research

skills and an elevated style of writing. Students

will be focusing on workplace and college writing

and reading skills.

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ENGLISH

AP Language and Composition

Prerequisite: English III, Teacher

Recommendation, 3.0 GPA or higher

Fee: $94.00 AP College Board Exam

Credit: 1 – College English Credit

In this weighted course, students will focus on

writing essays (timed and long-term), the revision

process, and on reading and analyzing classic

literature and poetry (American, British, and

World).

Students will take the AP College Board

Exam.

Students are expected to purchase and

read the assigned summer novels.

In addition, students must be prepared to

test over the summer novels, with an

essay due the first days of class.

MATH

Integrated Math I

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation,

Credit: 1 – Math Credit

The fundamental purpose of Mathematics I is to

formulize and extend the mathematical concepts

and to deepen and extend understanding of linear

relationships by applying linear models to data

that exhibit a linear trend. The six critical areas

include: (1) relationships between quantities; (2)

linear and exponential relationships; (3) reasoning

with equations; (4) descriptive statistics; (5)

congruence, proof, and constructions: and (6)

connecting algebra and geometry through

coordinates.

Algebra Concepts

Prerequisite: Integrated Math I


This course consists of the second half of the

regular Algebra I course (solving linear and quadratic equations, factoring, problem solving)

and some descriptive statistics. It also contains a

broad overview of basic geometric knowledge

including congruence, emerging proofs and

constructions. It is designed for students who need remediation and extra time to master

Algebra I standards.

Algebra I

Prerequisite: None


This is an introductory course that explores the basic

concepts and vocabulary of algebra. Students will

develop skills in signed numbers, solving linear and

quadratic equations, factoring, multiple representations

of information, and problem solving.

Geometry Prerequisite: Must have passed both semesters

of Algebra I

Credit: 1 – Math Credit In this course students study points, lines, planes, angles, and other geometric figures. Properties of size and shape are investigated through observation and calculations. Topics include parallels and polygons,

congruence, and similarity, constructions, circles, perimeter, area, and volume. This course is designed for students to learn and apply the basic concepts of Euclidean Geometry.

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MATH

Geometry (Pre-AP)

Prerequisite: Algebra I with a B or higher


This course will emphasize the use of inductive and

deductive reasoning to prove the common facts of

plane and solid geometry. Emphasis will be placed

on reading and oral communications, recognition of

symbols, definition of mathematical terms, and the ability to relate readings of diagrams, charts, and

figures to the exercise presented.

Topics include points, angles, polygons, circles,

areas, volumes, constructions, proofs and

coordinate geometry.

Honors geometry is not for weighted credit. It is an

accelerated course meant to prepare students for

Honors Algebra II, Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus and

AP Calculus and AP Statistics.

Intermediate Algebra II

Prerequisite: Must have passed both semesters of

Algebra I, may be enrolled

concurrently in Geometry


Intermediate Algebra II students will explore the

properties of equations and graphs of the following

functions: linear, quadratic, cubic, polynomial,

absolute value, radical, rational, logarithmic, and exponential. The course will focus on the use of a

graphing calculator to support algebraic

algorithms. This course is primarily focused on

skills development and is designed for students

headed to a community college, vocational program, or the work force.

A graphing calculator will be required for this class.

Algebra II

Prerequisite: Must have passed both semesters of

Algebra I, may be enrolled



Algebra II students will explore absolute value,

logarithmic, exponential and radical

functions. Properties and graphs of linear,

quadratic, cubic and higher order equations will be

explored using algebra and graphing calculator technology.

Other topics covered include; linear systems,

inequalities, complex numbers, rational

expressions and equations.

A graphing calculator will be required for this class.

MATH

Algebra II (Honors)

Prerequisite: Pass both semesters of Algebra I

with a B or higher, may be enrolled



Course will cover the same curriculum as Algebra II

with greater depth and challenge. The rigor of this

course is designed to prepare students for the

expectations of Pre-Calculus, AP Stats and AP Calculus. Additional topics that will be explored as

time allows include; matrices, polynomial modeling,

conic sections and sequences and series. A graphing

calculator will be required for this class.

Trigonometry (MATH-1230)

Prerequisites: Algebra II with a B or higher, or

Teacher recommendation

Dual credit - must pass the Algebra II EOC or

required score on the College Accuplacer.

Credit: 1 – Math Credit (non-weighted)

This course is higher than the level of Algebra II.

Course prepares students for eventual work in

calculus and include the study the following topics:

trigonometric and circular functions; their inverses

and graphs; relations among the parts of a triangle;

trigonometric identities and equations; solutions of

right and oblique triangles; and complex numbers.

Enhancement topics: vectors, graphing in the polar

coordinate system, and matrix algebra.

Statistics

Prerequisite: Pass both semesters of Algebra I

with a B or higher, may be enrolled



This class will introduce students to major concepts

and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing

conclusions from data. Students will explore data,

discuss and undertake sampling and

experimentation, gain understanding of probability,

and study inference. The overall goal of this class is to

make students better consumers of information and

products through a better understanding of how data

is gathered, analyzed, and presented. Students will

work individually and in small groups to complete

activities, gather information from and analyze

websites and advertisements, and complete large

projects. Students will also use graphing calculators

and software to analyze data and create graphs.

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MATH

AP Statistics

Prerequisite: C or higher in Algebra II

Fee: $94 fee for AP College Board exam

Credit: 1 – Math Credit (weighted)

This is a college level class that will introduce

students to major concepts and tools for collecting,

analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data

through mathematics and critical reading. Students

will be exposed to four conceptual themes including

exploring data (describing patterns), sampling and

experimentation (planning and conducting a study),

anticipating patterns (probability and simulation),

and statistical inference (estimating population

parameters and testing hypotheses). Students will

use graphing calculators and Microsoft Excel to

analyze and visualize data. Students will leave this

class with a better understanding of the basics of

statistics that are used in business, social sciences,

research, and health careers. Along with tests and

practice assignments, students will complete several

small activities and one project that incorporates the

major concepts taught throughout the course.

Students will take the AP College Board Exam.

Pre-Calculus/MATH 1240

Prerequisites: Algebra II with a B or higher, or

Teacher recommendation

Dual credit - must pass the Algebra II EOC or required score on the College Accuplacer.

Credit: 1 – Math Credit (non-weighted)

This course is higher than the level of Algebra II.

Course combines the study of Trigonometry, Elementary Functions, Analytic Geometry, and Math

Analysis topics as preparation for calculus. Topics

include the study of complex numbers; polynomial,

logarithmic, exponential, rational, right

trigonometric, and circular functions, and their relations, inverses and graphs; trigonometric

identities and equations; solutions of right and

oblique triangles; vectors; the polar coordinate

system; conic sections; Boolean algebra and symbolic

logic; mathematical induction; matrix algebra;

sequences and series; and limits and continuity. Review topics: structure of the real number system,

solutions of linear and quadratic equations and

systems of these equations. Enhancement topics:

elementary probability and statistics, derivatives, and integrals.

MATH

AP Calculus

Prerequisite: Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus with a C

or higher


Credit: 1 – Math Credit (weighted)

This class will answer all of the important questions in

life such as how to find the surface area and volume of

Navajo Lake, the volume of a donut (torus), how long it

takes for a cup of hot chocolate to cool down (Newton’s

law of cooling), and the speed of a water rocket when it

hits the ground. We will also find out how fast

balloons blow up, find the angle that gives a discus

maximum distance and how to build a better cereal

box. We will be introduced to the ideas of Sir Isaac

Newton, Gottfried Leibnitz, and Michel Rolle. Other

interesting topics include (but are not limited to)

finding the area under a curve, solving simple

differential equations, finding fluid forces (diving and

engineering), calculating the work required to empty

an oil tank, and finding the work required to open a

screen door. The course is divided into a study of

limits, differentiation, integration, and applications.


Math for Technical Careers/MATH 1170

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior

Must have passed both

semesters of Algebra I Credit: 1 - Math Credit or 1.33 - Dual Credit

This course instructs students in the knowledge of

addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of

whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Topics

include ratios, proportions, percent’s, standard and

metric measurements and conversions. Other topics

include basics of Algebra, operations of rational

numbers, algebraic expressions, solving equations,

formulas, geometry ad trigonometric concepts of sine,

cosine and tangent and the Pythagorean Theorem.

Vocational applications are emphasized.

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MATH

Math for Health Careers/Math 1155

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior

Must have passed both

semesters of Algebra I Credit: 1 - Math Credit or 1.33 - Dual Credit

This course introduces the computational skills

needed to study in the health careers program(s).

Topics include more difficult operations with

factions, decimals and percent’s. Additional topics

include the use of formulas, ratios and proportions, and measurements. Students will solve word

problems specific to medication orders, the

combined gas law, and medical related unit

conversions, as well as pH and pOH calculations.

Financial Literacy

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Must have passed both

semesters of Algebra I

Credit: 1 - Math Credit

The students will be introduced to consumer-related

skills such as computation of wages, taxes, income

tax forms, insurance costs, transportation costs, and

the total budget. The course also includes federal

and social security information and information

needed when dealing with consumer purchases,

insurance, and taxes.

Students must have a calculator.

SCIENCE

General Biology I

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1 -Science Credit

This course is based on observable facts central to the life sciences with connections to the earth and space

sciences. This course focuses on applicable grade-level

topics including: from molecules to organisms:

structure and processes; matter and energy in

organisms and ecosystems; interdependence in

ecosystems; inheritance and variation of traits; natural selection and evolution; Earth's systems; Earth and

human activity; and engineering design. NM STEM

Ready! Science Standards: HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2,

HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-4, HS-LS1-5, HS-LS1-6, HS-LS1-7,

HS-LS2-1, HS-LS2-2, HS-LS2-3, HS-LS2-4, HS-LS2-5, HS-LS2-6, HS-LS2-7, HS-LS2-7 NM, HS-LS2-8,

HS-LS3-1, HS-LS3-2, HS-LS3-3, HS-LS4-1, HS-LS4-2,

HS-LS4-3, HS-LS4-4, HS-LS4-5, HS-LS4-6, HS-ESS2-4,

HS-ESS2-7, HS-ESS3-1, HS-ESS3-3, HS-ESS3-4,

HS-ETS1-1, HS-ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-3, HS-ETS1-4.

Honors Biology I

Prerequisite: 8th grade Science teacher

recommendation

Credit: 1 -Science Credit

This course is based on observable facts central to the

life sciences with connections to the earth and space

sciences. This course focuses on applicable grade-level topics including: from molecules to organisms:

structure and processes; matter and energy in

organisms and ecosystems; interdependence in

ecosystems; inheritance and variation of traits; natural

selection and evolution; Earth's systems; Earth and human activity; and engineering design. This course

covers the same standards as General Biology I, but the

material will be presented with more depth, and with the

expectation of a higher level of work. This course will

require 2-5 hours of homework per week, and the

coursework will include written assignments, projects, and laboratory reports.

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SCIENCE

General Chemistry I

Prerequisites: Biology I, Algebra I

Credit: 1 - Science Credit

This evidence-based course addresses ideas and skills from earlier grades where students explain

more observable facts central to the physical sciences

with connections to the earth and space sciences.

This course focuses on applicable grade-level topics

including: structures and properties of matter;

chemical reactions; energy; Earth's systems; human sustainability; a New Mexico Specific Standard and

engineering design. NM STEM Ready! Science

Standards: HS-PS1-1,

HS-PS1-2, HS-PS1-3, HS-PS1-4, HS-PS1-5,

HS-PS1-6, HS-PS1-7, HS-PS1-8, HS-PS3-1, HS-PS3-2, HS-PS3-3, HS-PS3-4, HS-PS3-5, HS-

ESS2-4, HS-ESS2-5, HS-ESS2-6, HS-ESS3-2, HS-

ESS3-5, HS-ESS3-6, HS-SS-1, HS-ETS1-1, HS-

ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-3, HS-ETS1-4.

Honors Chemistry I

Prerequisites: Honors Biology I, or Biology I with

a B or higher, or recommendation from Biology teacher


This evidence-based course addresses ideas and

skills from earlier grades where students explain

more observable facts central to the physical sciences

with connections to the earth and space sciences. This course focuses on applicable grade-level topics

including: structures and properties of matter;

chemical reactions; energy; Earth's systems; human

sustainability; a New Mexico Specific Standard and

engineering design. This course covers the same standards as General Chemistry I, but the material

will be presented with more depth, and with the



coursework will include written assignments,

projects, and laboratory reports.

SCIENCE

General Physics I

Prerequisites: Geometry or recommendation from

Science Teacher


This evidence-based course addresses ideas and skills

from earlier grades where students explain in depth

observable facts central to the physical sciences with

connections to the earth and space sciences. This

course focuses on applicable grade-level topics

including: forces and interactions; energy; waves and electromagnetic radiation; space systems; history of

Earth; Earth's systems; a New Mexico Specific

Standard; and engineering design. NM STEM Ready!

Science Standards: HS-PS2-1, HS-PS2-2, HS-PS2-3,

HS-PS2-4, HS-PS2-5, HS-PS2-6, HS-PS3-1, HS-PS3-2, HS-PS3-3, HS-PS3-4, HS-PS3-5, HS-PS4-1, HS-

PS4-2, HS-PS4-3, HS-PS4-4, HS-PS4-5, HS-ESS1-1,

HS-ESS1-2, HS-ESS1-3, HS-ESS1-4, HS-ESS1-5, HS-

ESS1-6, HS-ESS2-1, HS-ESS2-2, HS-ESS2-3, HS-SS-

2, HS-ETS1-1, HS-ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-3, HS-ETS1-4.

Honor Physics I

Prerequisites: Geometry or recommendation from

Science Teacher


This evidence-based course addresses ideas and skills

from earlier grades where students explain in depth

phenomena central to the physical sciences with

connections to the earth and space sciences. This

course focuses on applicable grade-level multidimensionality in the NM STEM Ready! Science

Standards addressing the topics of: forces and

interactions; energy; waves and electromagnetic

radiation; space systems; history of Earth; Earth's

systems; a New Mexico Specific Standard; and

engineering design. This course covers the same standards as General Physics I, but the material will

be presented with more depth, and with the



coursework will include written assignments, projects, and laboratory reports.

pg. 15

SCIENCE - ELECTIVES

Science Electives: These courses are electives,

students may choose to take these after passing

Biology I. These classes are recommended for students planning careers or college classes in

STEM fields. These are demanding classes, and

students should be aware that they will be

required to complete homework regularly. c

Biology II

Prerequisite: Biology I with a B or higher,

or Honors Biology I, or teacher recommendation


Taken after completion of Biology I, this course covers

biological systems in more detail. Topics that will be

explored include cell organization, function, and

reproduction; energy transformation; human anatomy

and physiology; and organisms' evolution and adaptation. These concepts are often studied on a

college level, students should be prepared to complete

homework regularly.

SCIENCE - ELECTIVES

Chemistry II

Prerequisite: Chemistry I with a B or higher,

or Honors Chemistry I,

or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 - Science Credit

Taken after completion of Chemistry I, this course

covers chemical properties and interactions in more

detail. This material is offered at a college level, and

includes organic chemistry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, macromolecules, kinetic theory, and

nuclear chemistry. Students should be prepared to

complete homework regularly, including lab reports

and special projects.

Physics II

Prerequisite: Physics I with a B or higher, or

Honors Physics I,

or teacher recommendation


Taken after completion of Physics I, this course

provides instruction in laws of conservation,

thermodynamics, and kinetics; wave and particle

phenomena; electromagnetic fields; and fluid dynamics.

This material is taught at the college level, and students should be prepared to complete homework

regularly, including lab reports and special projects.

pg. 16

SCIENCE - ELECTIVES

Forensic Science I

Prerequisite: Biology I with a C or higher

and teacher recommendation

Credit: 0.5 - Science Credit

This evidence-based course focuses on applicable grade-level topics including: forensic science,

discussing the foundation of forensic science in basic

science and mathematics, and introducing the

technique of integrating these areas in the

determination of the cause of death. The

philosophical, rational and practical framework that supports a forensic investigation will be presented via

an integrated curriculum. Students will study forensic

anthropology, biochemistry, chemistry, botany,

entomology and physics as well as problem solving

techniques utilized in analyzing a crime scene. Other topics include ballistics, autopsies, mass disasters,

epidemiology of environmental disasters, biological

weapons as well as toxicology, microbiology, and

pathology, and engineering design. This course

requires completion of homework regularly, including

lab reports and special projects. We recommend this course for students preparing for a career or college

coursework in any of the above topics, or for careers

in law enforcement.

Forensic Science II

Prerequisite: Forensic Science I

Credit: 0.5 Science credit

This evidence-based course focuses on applicable

grade-level topics including: forensic science,

discussing the foundation of forensic science in basic science and mathematics, and introducing the

technique of integrating these areas in the

determination of the cause of death. The

philosophical, rational and practical framework that

supports a forensic investigation will be presented via an integrated curriculum. Students will study forensic

anthropology, biochemistry, chemistry, botany,

entomology and physics as well as problem solving

techniques utilized in analyzing a crime scene. Other

topics include ballistics, autopsies, mass disasters,

epidemiology of environmental disasters, biological weapons as well as toxicology, microbiology, and

pathology, and engineering design. This course

requires completion of homework regularly, including

lab reports and special projects. We recommend this

course for students preparing for a career or college coursework in any of the above topics, or for careers

in law enforcement.

SCIENCE - ELECTIVES

Human Anatomy & Physiology

Prerequisite: Biology I with a C or higher,

or Honors Biology I,

or teacher recommendation


This evidence-based course focuses on: the

human body and biological systems; detailed

structure of the human body and its functions;

anatomical terminology; cells and tissues;

exploration of functional systems (skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive,

reproductive, nervous, and so on); and may

include dissection of mammals. Alternate

assignments for students who are unable to

participate in dissections will be provided. NM STEM Ready! Science Standards: HS-LS1-1, HS-

LS1-2, HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-4, HS-LS1-6, HS-LS1-

7, HS-LS3-1, HS-LS3-2, HS-LS3-3, HS-ETS1-3

Astronomy

Prerequisite: Completion of Biology I, or teacher recommendation


This evidence based course focuses on exploring

the processes that govern the formation,

evolution, and workings of the universe, solar

system, stars, galaxies, and interstellar

bodies. This course also includes applicable

engineering design components. Students

selecting this course should be prepared to

complete 1-3 hours of homework per week, and

occasional projects. This course includes

coverage of the following NM STEM Ready!

Science Standards: HS-PS1-8, HS-PS2-2, HS-

PS2-4, HS-PS3-2, HS-PS4-3, HS-ESS1-1, HS-

ESS1-2, HS-ESS1-3, HS-ESS1-4, HS-ESS1-5,

HS-ESS1-6, HSESS2-1, HS-ESS2-5, HS-ESS2-7,

HS-ETS1-4

pg. 17

SOCIAL STUDIES

New Mexico History and Geography

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 0.5 - Social Studies Credit

Students will analyze how people and events of New

Mexico have influenced United States and world history

since statehood. The study of the physical and cultural

geography of New Mexico will provide students with an

academic foundation to better understand and

appreciate the history of their state. Current events will be introduced, discussed, and linked to historical

events which continue to shape our state and its

peoples.

World History and Geography

Prerequisite: New Mexico History Credit: 1- Social Studies Credit

This course will provide a brief overview of ancient and

classical cultures and in-depth studies of the

Renaissance era through modern times, with a strong

emphasis on Western Civilization. Students will be

challenged to broaden their knowledge and perceptions

of the world through an immersion in history, cultural

studies, and current events. In addition, students will

study the geography of the world, and its impact on

human activity.

United States History and Geography

Prerequisites: World History and Geography

and NM History Credit: 1- Social Studies Credit

United States History and Geography will focus on the

people, events and movements in United States History

with a particular emphasis on twentieth century

America. Students will study major cultural and religious issues and persons. In addition students will

use maps and map skills to study the geography of

North America.

SOCIAL STUDIES

AP United States History

Prerequisites: World History and Geography,

and NM History with a B or higher,

or Teacher recommendation


Credit: 1 – Social Studies Credit (weighted)

Advanced Placement U.S. History will expose students

to the critical political, social, intellectual, economic,

and cultural events and trends that have shaped the

development of the United States. Students will be

taught the basic skills of a historian, such as

document analysis, evaluating alternative

interpretations, using maps, charts and graphs to

convey information, analyzing political cartoons, and

using the library for research. As it is required both

for the college setting and the Advanced Placement

Examination, critical, analytical writing will be a

major component of this course.


AP Government

Prerequisite: US History and Geography


Credit: 1 – Social Studies Credit (weighted)

Students in this course will cover national, state, and local government and the duties of each, with an

emphasis on the importance of good citizenship. The

course will involve the study of the important

documents which led to the development of our

political and economic system. The course will

introduce students to the basic concepts of our system and will compare our system of government to

those of other countries.


pg. 18

SOCIAL STUDIES

Economics



This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of economics. The course will include a

study of personal finance and budgeting. During the

course of study, students will learn the basics of the

stock market, government finance and how economic

policy and political policy work together to create

public policy.

Government



Students in this course will cover national, state, and

local government and the duties of each, with an

emphasis on the importance of good citizenship.

The course will involve the study of the important

documents which led to the development of our

political and economic system. The course will

introduce students to the basic concepts of our

system and will compare our system of government to

those of other countries.

pg. 19

AGRICULTURE

Intro to Agriculture

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1 - Elective Credit

The course includes discussion on the scope, effect,

and history of agriculture; soil, plant, animal, and

food science; natural resource management;

agribusiness management; horticultural practices;

and leadership skills. Introduction to Ag will

develop skills necessary for successful participation in the FFA organization and for a foundation for all

other Ag classes.

Ag Leadership & Communications

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture


This course is designed to strengthen students’ personal and group leadership skills. Topics such

as public speaking, effective communication,

human relations, parliamentary law, and group

dynamics are covered. Also covered are the

development of Programs of Activity, and Service

Learning projects, including student development, FFA chapter development, and community

development.

Food Products and Food Processing

Prerequisite: Sophomore, Junior or Senior

Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

Course imparts the knowledge and skill needed to bring

animal and plant products to market. Processing topics will include quality selection and preservation, equipment

care and sanitation, government regulations, and

consumer trends.

ELECTIVES

AGRICULTURE

Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics

Prerequisite: None


Course provides for the skill and knowledge

development applicable to the tools and equipment used in the agricultural industry. In learning to

apply basic industrial knowledge and skills

(engines, power, welding, and carpentry), a broad

range of topics may be explored, including the

operation, mechanics, and care of tools and machines; the construction and repair of

structures; introduction to electricity and power.

Procedures for safe operations in the agricultural

mechanics laboratory are included in this course.

Greenhouse/Nursery Operation



The focus of this course is greenhouse/nursery

operation and management. Topics include: plant anatomy, taxonomy and physiology, plant

propagation including grafting, budding, and

layering, entomology, pesticide and herbicide use,

and plant diseases that effects plant growth.

Students are often involved in the planning,

management, and marketing associated with the school greenhouse/nursery.

Ag Topics

(Spring Semester Only)

Prerequisite: None


Students will participate in an FFA Career

Development Event of their choice. Career

Development Events are an extension of the Agriculture Classroom and prepare students for a

career in agriculture through competition by

providing practical, hands-on learning

opportunities. FFA membership is

required. Students in the class are required to participate in the State FFA Career Development

Event in April.

ag·ri·cul·ture /ˈaɡrəˌkəlCHər/ noun

1. the science or practice of farming,

including cultivation of the soil for the

growing of crops and the rearing of

animals to provide food, wool, and other

products.

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ELECTIVES

AGRICULTURE

Wildlife and Forestry Management

Prerequisite: Sophomore, Junior or Senior Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

Course provides the information necessary for the

cultivation and care of forests or timberlands.

Forestry topics covered are the processes of

regeneration and reforestation, conservation of

natural resources, erosion control, trail

development and maintenance, mapping and

surveying, operation of forestry tools, government

regulations, and recreational uses. Wildlife topics

include land and ecological systems that enable

non-domesticated animal to thrive. Emphasize on

how humans and animals may both take advantage

of the same land, how to gain economic benefits

from the land while not degrading its natural

resources or depleting the plant and animal

populations.

Animal/Veterinary Science



This course provides information about the care

and management of domesticated livestock (cattle,

swine, sheep, horses, and poultry). Topics include:

career options in the animal science industry,

anatomy and physiology, recognition of animal

behaviors to facilitate working with animal safely,

animal welfare, animal genetics, animal selection,

feed ration formulation for the various stages of

development of livestock, animal feeding practices,

animal health practices, and animal breeding,

artificial insemination, and pregnancy diagnosis.

Students will be provided with hands-on training

with live animals during this class.

Agricultural Internship

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior, Teacher approval


Through these courses, work experience is gained

within the agricultural industry. Goals are set for the employment period. Classroom experience may

involve further study in the field, improvement of

employability and career readiness skills.

ART

Drawing

Prerequisite: None


Drawing focuses on exploring drawing and compositional

skills by working from still life arrangements, photographs,

landscape, and imagination. Mediums will include: pencil,

charcoal, pastels, colored pencil, and ink. Historical

drawing perspectives will be surveyed.

Painting

Prerequisite: None


This class will explore wet media techniques:

watercolor, tempera, mixed media, and acrylic

painting. Students will be encouraged to express their own ideas and points of view and to learn

historical precedents that have inspired other artists

and movements.

Ceramics

Prerequisite: None Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

Ceramics will give the students the opportunities to

create with clay. Students will be able to learn the

basic techniques of building with clay: pinch, coil, slab,

and throwing. Students will be able to investigate

glazing techniques, form, function, and creativity as

they apply to ceramics. The history of ceramics will be

surveyed.

ARTS – (DRAWING I – 1610)

Prerequisite: Must have had Drawing at Aztec High, must have a C or higher. Credit: 1- Dual Credit

This course introduces the basic principles,

materials, and skills of observational drawing.

Emphasis is placed on rendering a 3-D subject on a

2-D surface with visual accuracy. Other topics

include historical and contemporary references as well as an investigation of linear perspective, line,

value, shape, space & composition. .

pg. 21

COMPUTER & BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

CompTIA Network

Prerequisite: CompTIA A+ Hardware/Software

must have a C or higher


This course validates the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, configure and manage common wired

and wireless network. Network+ certifies a basic

understanding of emerging technologies including

unified communications, mobile, cloud and

virtualization technologies.

AP Computer Science



Computer Science A course emphasize problem

solving, procedural and data abstraction, object-

oriented programming and design methodology, algorithms, and data structures.

Introduction to Film Making

Prerequisite: None


Course exposes students to the materials, processes, and artistic techniques involved in film or videotape.

Students learn about the operation of a camera,

lighting techniques, camera angles, depth of field,

composition, storyboarding, sound capture, and

editing techniques. Course topics may also include

production values and various styles of filmmaking (documentary, storytelling, news magazines,

animation, and so on). As students advance, the

instruction regarding the creative process becomes

more refined, and students are encouraged to

develop their own artistic style. In order to develop each student's style and artistic eye, major

filmmakers, cinematographers, and their films may

also be studied.

ART

ARTS – (PAINTING I – 1630)

Prerequisite: Must have had Painting at Aztec High, must have a C or higher

Credit: 1- Dual Credit

This course introduces the tradition of painting as a

medium for artistic expression. Students will

investigate materials, tools, techniques, history and

concepts of painting. Emphasis is placed on developing descriptive and perceptual skills, color theory, and composition.


IT Fundamentals I

Prerequisite: None


An introduction to programming and computing

integrating problem solving and algorithmic design

using an object-oriented programming language.

IT Fundamentals II

Prerequisite: IT Fundamentals I with a C or higher


Intermediate programming and computing

integrating problem solving and algorithmic design

using an object-oriented programming language.

CompTIA A+ Hardware (1001)

Prerequisite: Fundamentals I


This course is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. A+

certified professionals identify issues and problem-

solve more effectively than those without

certification.

CompTIA A+ Software (1002)

Prerequisite: Fundamentals I Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This course is the preferred qualifying credential for

technical support and IT operational roles.

A+ certified professionals identify issues and problem-solve more effectively than those without

certification. This class will also include robotics and

eSports.

pg. 22

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Spanish I

Prerequisite: None


This class will introduce students to the primary

elements of the Spanish language. Considerable

emphasis is given to listening and speaking basic

Spanish. Grammar includes learning commonly

used vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and

understanding the use of verbs in the present tense, present progressive tense as well as other

elements of speech. Additionally, students will

become familiarized with customs and traditions

of Latin America, South America and Spain.

Spanish II

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Spanish I


This class is a continuation of Spanish I.

Students will develop greater fluency and converse

in progressively more complex dialogues. The grammar presented includes greater work with

vocabulary from various subjects and verbs in the

preterit and imperfect tenses. In addition,

students continue to participate in activities that

increase their understanding of the Spanish-speaking countries and cultures of the world.

Navajo I

Prerequisite: None


This course is primarily designed to provide the

basic foundations of the Navajo language. Topics cover the development of all four language skills,

with an emphasis on listening and speaking.

Topics include phonemes, morphemes, syntax-

word order and placement, gender, diacritical

marks, punctuation, mechanics, word functions, intonation, and pronunciation. Students will be

highly encouraged to be engaged in beginning

conversation, write short sentences in Navajo, and

short paragraphs. Students will practice using

rising and falling vowel sounds to communicate

meaning. Learners will be exposed to Navajo vowel and consonant sounds, familial

relationships, parts of the body, numbers, colors,

textures, shapes, sizes, time, days of the week,

seasons, months, clothing, food, money,

directions, places, nature, plants, and animals.


Web Development I



Introduction to HTML code. Creating and designing a

web page in HTML, adding tables and using frames in

web design. Use XML to create Interactive, dynamic Web pages. Implement cascading style sheets.

Photoshop



This course is designed for those students who are

interested in Graphic Design or Photography. This

Introductory Adobe Photoshop course familiarize

students with the editing capabilities of Adobe

Photoshop software. Students learn how to use the

Adobe Photoshop interface and access its expansive set

of features. Lessons cover the basics of saving and

storing image files and defining the various processes

used for image editing. When they complete this Adobe

Photoshop course, students will know how to use the

software for image editing and basic manipulation.

Yearbook Publication I-II

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior, Advisor approval


Students in this course are responsible for creating,

designing, marketing, producing and selling the school

yearbook. Techniques in modular layout design, interviewing, writing copy and headlines, editing, selling

advertising and design marketing, and business

procedures are stressed. All students will be expected

to complete assignments on the computer. Meeting

regular deadlines and peer cooperation are emphasized in producing the yearbook.

pg. 23

MUSIC

Concert Band I-IV

Prerequisites: One year of band experience is required, Director Approval


This course will be comprised of younger musicians

that are looking to gain playing experience before

transitioning to Symphonic Band. Students will be able

to participate in pep band, but will not be a part of the traveling marching band. There will be two concerts per

year and the possibility of other performances within

the community. Grades will be based on participation,

performances and practice journals.

Symphonic Band

Prerequisites: Audition and Director Approval


This course will be comprised of experienced and

proficient instrumentalists. This ensemble will also act

as the marching/pep band, which will compete and perform at all home football games. There will be at

least two concerts per year and opportunities to attend

honor festivals and all-state ban. Grades will be based

on participation and performances.

Music Theory

Prerequisite: None


This course teaches an understanding of the

fundamentals of music, and includes one or more of

the following topics: composition, arrangement,

analysis, aural development, and sight-reading; Music

Theory courses may or may not require previous

musical experience

Jazz Band I-IV

Prerequisite: Audition, and must be in another music

Ensemble


This course is available to students who wish to learn

the intricacies of performing jazz, pop, fusion, be-bop,

blues, etc. Emphasis is placed on both independence

and improvisation. It is open to any student in another

music class or any who have the permission of the instructor. Enrollment is by audition only. This group performs at a variety of functions and concerts throughout the year.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Navajo II

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Navajo I,

and/or Permission from instructor. Credit: 1 - Elective Credit

Diné Bizaad Bo’hoo’aah II is a course that helps the

learner understand how language works. Critical

elements of Diné language systems will be explained

and used in class. Primary focus of this class will be

on developing proficiency in conversational Navajo. Students will also complete oral assessments and

begin exploring their reading and writing in Navajo.

This leads to an understanding of Diné

Bizaad/Culture including traditions, value systems,

and individual perspectives.

Navajo Government

Prerequisite: None


In this course, students will explore the

fundamentals of Navajo government, including an investigation of how the system is similar and

different from other democratic systems, the

interrelationship of the three branches of the

government and the role of history and culture of

the formation of the government. Students will study the impact of American history on the Navajo

nation, explore the concept of having one nation

exist within another and investigate the ways in

which tradition impacts governance. Students will

do researches on former leaders of the Navajo

Nation and other tribal impacts of government in the community and the Navajo Nation. For

students that are going on to university or college,

this class will satisfy the requirements to apply for

the Chief Manuelito Scholarship along with 1 year

of Navajo language classes.

Course Objectives:

1. To learn about the Navajo history and Navajo

government system.

2. To learn about the working and process of the

Navajo Nation Government system. 3. To learn about leadership, rights and

citizenship of the Navajos.

4. To appreciate and enjoy the customs of the

Navajo culture.

pg. 24

MUSIC

Guitar I

Prerequisite: None Fee: $15.00 (Rental Only) Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

Guitar is designed for the student for who has a

desire to learn how to play the guitar. Prior music

experience is not required, but studies will require

out of class practice. In this course, students will learn how to properly maintain and care for the

instrument, and play with proper posture and

technique. A wide variety of music from classical

finger style guitar to rock will be studied as well as

different methods of guitar notation from tablature,

chords, classical finger picking, to standard notation. This class is designed to present

students with the tools to continue learning and

playing the instrument even after the course is

completed.

Concert Choir I-IV

Prerequisite: None


This is a performance choir, with a mixture of

beginning, intermediate, and advanced students.

This choir can have as many as 100 students at all skill levels, and will perform traditional choral

selections. Sight-reading and basic music theories

are included in this course. For those wishing to

become members of the select choirs, this class will

help develop the skills that are required for those classes. For intermediate and advanced students,

this class gives a chance to work in a large

ensemble setting.

Chamber Choir I-IV

Prerequisite: Audition, 2.0 GPA, and

Director’s approval Credit: 1 - Elective Credit

This is a select group of advanced male and female

singers. Entry is by audition only. The class is for

students with prior choir experience who have

demonstrated exceptional ability. Members of this

group will have the opportunity to audition for the All State Choir and various other honor groups, will

participate in the Solo and Ensemble competition at

least once, and will travel to regional and out of

state festivals and competitions. The class will

include advanced sight-reading and music theory,

aimed toward the college-bound musician. This group will perform all levels and types of music.

Auditions for this class are held in the spring for

the following year and at the beginning of each

semester.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 0.5 Elective or a PE Credit

This course is designed to develop an awareness of

the effects and importance of physical fitness and

daily exercise. Topics the students will investigate

include: strength training principles, routines and

basic fundamental techniques; methods of lifting for

the development of major muscle groups; nutrition

and diet information. Other activities will be

introduced to enhance cardiovascular fitness, such

as walking, jogging, etc.

EXPRESSIVE MOVEMENT I (Yoga, Pilates, Dance)

Prerequisite: None


This course is designed to increase stamina, flexibility and reduce stress through participation in

the various styles and techniques of yoga, Pilates,

dance and fitness concepts. Students will begin to

experience the benefits of stretching, moving, and

breathing freely as they relieve built up stress, learn

to relax, and ultimately get more out of day to-day life. This class is designed to expose students to a

variety of dance techniques and styles with ample

opportunity to express and develop individual

creativity through participation in dance. The aim of

this course is to promote vibrant health and to tap the body’s latent energy reserves.

pg. 25

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Team Sports

Prerequisite: Instructor Department and

Athletic Director Approval


This course is designed for student athletes who participate in a school-sponsored team sport to learn

the fundamental concepts and skills related to that

sport. The course will focus on knowledge of rules,

safety, proper technique in performing skills and

building personal strength, endurance and

flexibility, study skills and community service projects. Each course has written competencies,

which show sequential progression in knowledge,

skills and attitudes from beginning to advanced

levels. Expectations for the competitive team

membership, practice and participation go beyond

the time and other requirements of the classroom course. Each participant must adhere to the

requirements and plan of the sports fitness program

in which he/she is enrolled.

Due to program expertise and safety

requirements not all programs can be represented. Sports represented are subject to

change depending on staff availability. Only

student athletes whose program is represented

with a teacher/coach assigned to the class may

enroll.

FALL

□ FOOTBALL

□ VOLLEYBALL

□ WRESTLING

□ BASKETBALL □ CROSS COUNTRY

WINTER

□ GIRLS BASKETBALL

□ BOYS BASKETBALL □ WRESTLING

SPRING

□ TRACK

□ SOFTBALL

□ BASEBALL

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

EXPRESSIVE MOVEMENT II (Yoga, Pilates, Dance)

Prerequisite: Expressive Movement I


This course is designed to expand student knowledge and practice of the principles, techniques

and exercises learned in the Basic

Yoga/Pilates/Dance course – Expressive Movement

I. This course will incorporate advanced yoga

Asanas and practices and dance. Emphasis will be

placed on advanced technique, vocabulary, core strength, and aesthetics.

Recreational PE

Prerequisite: None


Description: This class will focus on lifetime leisure

activities. Emphasis will be on participation,

knowledge and skill development of activities that

students may carry over throughout life. Students

will actively participate in a variety of activities to

experience and reinforce healthy lifelong habits

through both individual and team activities.

pg. 26

THEATER

Introduction to Acting/Design

Prerequisite: None


This course is designed to acquaint the student with

all aspects of theater both on stage and backstage. Students will be working in many areas of

design including costumes, set and promotion. The

student will also be learning the basics of acting

including monologues, duets, and scene work.

Attendance at two theatrical performances will be

required. This course is required to enroll in any advanced theater class.

Drama/Stage Craft

Prerequisites: Introduction to Theater and

Teacher approval Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This class will be responsible for constructing

costumes and props as well as helping with set

construction and scene painting. Students will also

learn and implement lighting and sound skills. This

course is offered after the normal school day.

Drama-Acting/Performance I – IV

Prerequisites: Introduction to Theater, must

currently be enrolled in Drama Stage Craft and Teacher approval


This is an advanced theater performance class. This

class will have two productions including a

competition piece. Students will have roles either on stage or off in the productions. Positions will include

directing, acting, props, make-up, publicity,

costuming, lighting, set construction, and stage

management

History and Literature of the Theater

Prerequisites: None


Course explores in depth the structure, elements, and

style of dramatic compositions, and, as an extension,

how the dramatic literature influenced theatrical production and acting styles throughout history.

Some courses may focus more on the literature than

on the theater (with increased emphasis on critique

and analysis), but most interweave these subjects,

exploring their interrelationship. Major contributors

(playwrights, directors, and so on) and the architecture of the theater may also be included topics

of study.

ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES

ACT Prep Class

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Credit: .25 - Elective Credit

This course is designed to prepare the student for

the ACT test in several ways. The student will

learn useful strategies and test taking skills. The

student will become familiar with the test and learn

how to think like the test makers. The student will

practice and review the English, Math, Reading, and Science skills tested on the ACT.

Drivers Ed

Prerequisite: Age 15 within semester,

and must have a 2.0 or higher

for the Quarter. Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This course provides students with the knowledge

to become safe drivers. Legal obligations and

responsibility, rules of the road and traffic

procedures, safe driving strategies and practices,

and the physical and mental factors affecting the driver’s capability are all included as topics of this

course.

REQUIRED ELECTIVES

HEALTH EDUCATION

Prerequisite: None Credit: .50 - Required Health Credit

This course is a requirement for graduation.

This course will provide knowledge and skills

Practice in a variety of health topics including

the six CDC health risk behaviors. This class will also focus on fitness and health concepts. It will

include basic components of the Health Triangle

(Mental/Emotional Health, Social Health, and

Physical Health) that will contribute to a lifetime

commitment to Healthy Lifestyle.

FLEX Time

Prerequisite: None

Credit: .50

This class is designed to allow teachers to help students who are struggling with certain subjects.

Student will be allowed to work on Credit

Recovery if actable, Student Portfolio which is

required for graduation among other curriculum provided by the teacher.

pg. 27

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Office Assistants (Directed Student Services)

Prerequisites: Must have a 2.0 GPA Junior or Senior


This class will prepare students to attain entry-level

job skills in reception and office management-

related employment. The Aztec High School office is the central communication hub of the school. It is

the responsibility of all Directed Student Services

(DSS) students to help in maintaining a professional

atmosphere in our school office and aid in the

attainment of effective and efficient communications

within the office system. Ask the Dean of Students for a copy of the class syllabus for more details

about the position and the assignments. This

course offers a service learning opportunity.

Teacher Assistants

Prerequisites: Must have a 2.0 GPA, Junior or

Senior, Department Chair approval


A Teacher Assistant will assist a specific teacher in administrative tasks. Students will gain experience

in communication and organizational skills while

becoming familiar with the subject matter.

Teaching Academy

Prerequisite: Teacher Approval

Credit: 1-Elective Credit

Course is similar to Teacher Assisting courses in

that they prepare students to teach and guide

others. However, these courses typically provide opportunities for students to develop their own

teaching objectives, to design lesson plans, and to

experience teaching in a controlled environment.

Teaching strategies, learning styles, time

management and planning strategies, presentation

and questioning skills, classroom management, and evaluation techniques are examined and practiced.

Career Exploration

Prerequisites: Must have a 2.0 GPA

and a valid Driver’s license Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This course offers students an opportunity to earn

high school credit while being gainfully employed in

the community. Working a minimum of 8 hours per

week throughout the semester is required in order

to obtain credit.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Leadership I

Prerequisite: Student Council Officer or

Instructor Approval


This introductory course is specifically designed for

students to receive training in leadership and other important aspects that deal with organizational

structure and practices in the student council

setting. This class will focus on the following

concepts: history, sociology, geography, economics,

project planning, democracy, responsibility,

communication skills, research and study skills, and problem solving and citizenship development.

Leadership II

Prerequisite: Student Council Officer or

Instructor Approval Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This course continues to build on the foundations

established in Leadership-I with additional

opportunities for the development of leadership

skills. Students will develop, coordinate and

execute plans to achieve class and project goals while participating in various school and

community service projects.

Science Lab Assistant I

Prerequisites: Biology I, Application, and Department Chair approval


The student will be trained to assist in the

maintenance and upkeep of an assigned science

laboratory. After training, responsibilities would

include, but are not limited to, computer maintenance, lab preparation, including setup and

breakdown, individual assistance, program

coordination, and assistance with project

completion for individuals and/or groups.

Science Lab Assistant II

Prerequisites: Science Lab Assistant I, and

Department Chair approval


Students will continue to build upon the skills learned as a Lab Assistant I. As students’ skills

and competencies increase, their responsibilities

will also broaden. As responsibilities increase, the

students will be able to operate in the lab and

classroom, and perform their duties in a more

independent manner.

pg. 28

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Sports Medicine

Prerequisite: Biology I, Junior or Senior,

Department Chair approval


This course offers students who may be considering

a career in athletic training, sports medicine,

science or other medically-related fields an introduction to medicine and sports science. This

course explores the science behind sports injuries,

health and nutrition, sports psychology, anatomy

and physiology. The course will look at the body’s

response to healing, treatment, and rehabilitation. Students will learn emergency medical techniques

including CPR and first aid, recognition and

assessment of sports related injuries and illnesses

and prevention and treatment techniques (including

taping and wrapping) specific to sports injuries.

Emergency Medical Technician

Prerequisite: Junior and Senior

Fee: Student has to pay for certification


Course covers the same scope of topics as Health

Care Occupations courses, but this course places a

special emphasis on the knowledge and skills

needed in medical emergency situations. Topics

may include methods for lifting and transporting

injured persons, controlling bleeding, stabilizing fractures, clearing airway obstructions, and

responding to cardiac arrest. This course is similar

to 1792 Emergency Medical Technician (Applied

Science) which is listed under the Life and Physical

Sciences section; however, this course follows the Career/Technical path as opposed to the Applied

Science path. This course does not count as a

science graduation credit.

Introduction to Athletic Training

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommend


Course that provides instruction and skill

development in techniques of athletic training.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Student Library Technician

Prerequisite: Librarian Approval


Students will provide service to the school

community: both faculty and students. Training

and experience in the ethical treatment of

information, interpersonal service skills, information systems, and problem solving with all

be provided. Physical work is required to maintain

library resources and the facility. Students must

also be willing to work with others to maintain

library policy and procedure so the library can serve its community fairly and efficiently. Benefits:

Student library technicians will have access to all

library resources and may be offered input on

resources that are available. Maintaining or

reaching a high GPA is encouraged. Student

library technician experience may be included on resumes and /or college and job applications. This

course offers a service learning opportunity.

Peer Tutoring

Prerequisites: Must have a 2.0 GPA

and a valid Driver’s license Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

This course offers students who may be considering

education as a career a hands-on opportunity to

work in an educational setting or provides a service

learning opportunity. Peer tutors will be assigned in

one of the following areas: Aztec Elementary Schools, Koogler Middle School, or Aztec High

School Tutoring Services.

pg. 29

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

JROTC LET I

Prerequisite: None


This introductory class is designed to teach

students to practice the ethical values and

principles of good citizenship; to develop leadership

potential; to think logically and to communicate

effectively; to appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health; to understand

the importance of high school graduation for a

successful future and to become familiar with

military history as it relates to America’s culture.

Students get the unique opportunity to properly

wear an Army uniform.

Cadets will participate in air rifle safety and

marksmanship.

JROTC LET II

Prerequisite: JROTC LET I Credit: 1 - Elective Credit

This course continues building on the foundations

of the development of leadership skills, personal

wellness and fitness, and good citizenship. Students

will learn First Aid for emergency and non-

emergency situations; drug awareness education; geography, map skills, and environmental

awareness, and embark on a detailed study of

citizenship in American History and Government.

Students are introduced to leadership and staff

positions within the JROTC program. Students develop, coordinate, and execute plans to achieve

class goals. Students receive an introduction to

Service Learning and work as members of teams to

provide services to the community. Upper class

students supervise lower class students. Proper

wear of the JROTC uniform is mandatory on selected days. Selected students may attend a

JROTC Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge, a camp

of 6-14 days in the spring or summer where they

will practice leadership skills and team building, as

well as team athletic and confidence challenges.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

JROTC LET III

Prerequisite: JROTC LET II


This course is a continuation from LET II. Students

will study and implement basic command and staff

principles and learn leadership strategies for

decision-making and problem solving. Students will

be assigned to leadership positions requiring them to direct the operations of subordinate students.

Students will explore critical thinking in citizenship

with emphasis on leadership choices, decisions, and

consequences, and the ethics of leadership.

Students will receive presentation skills in writing

and speaking, career planning, financial planning (budgeting and investing), time management, and

conflict management from a leader’s perspective.

Students will assume increased responsibilities in

the selection, planning, coordination, and execution

of service learning projects in the community. Proper

wear of the JROTC uniform is mandatory on selected

days. Selected students may attend a JROTC Junior

Cadet Leadership Challenge, a camp of 6-14 days in

the spring or summer where they will practice

leadership skills, team building, and team athletic

and confidence challenges.

JROTC LET IV

Prerequisite: JROTC LET III


This course is the culmination of the U.S. Army

JROTC Program experience in high school. The

major focus of senior cadets in LET IV is the

continued study of leadership theory and application. LET IV students will complete the financial planning

program they began in LET I and revisited at each

LET level. Students will learn and apply teaching

and training techniques, develop and use lesson

plans, facilitate the use of thinking maps and graphic organizers, and use feedback in the classroom. LET

IV students will direct, supervise, and monitor the

operations, administration, and logistics activities for

the entire cadet battalion. LET IV students will have

the opportunity to serve as the Cadet Battalion

Commander, or as a senior cadet staff officer. LET IV students will lead the planning and execution of all

student service projects, analyze performance, assess

efficiency and effectiveness, and take steps necessary

to improve operations. Proper wear of the JROTC

uniform is mandatory on selected days. Selected students may attend a JROTC Junior Cadet

Leadership Challenge, a camp of 6-14 days in the

spring or summer where they will practice leadership

skills, team building, and team athletic and

confidence challenges.

pg. 30

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Journalism I

Prerequisite: None Credit: 0.5 - Elective Credit

Course teaches the production of a newspaper,

yearbook, or literary magazine. Emphasis is on

writing style, production and organization.

Beginning journalism courses introduce the concepts of news and press responsibility; develop

writing and editing skills, including headlines and

captions, and the basics of production design,

layout, and printing. Advanced students learn more

refined journalistic techniques, participate in the

formation and/or management of the production team, and gain experience in critical evaluation of

story content. Photojournalism skills may be

included. Students will produce media using

technical applications, including word processing

(i.e. Word, Docs), desktop publishing (i.e. Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator), audio and

video editing software (i.e. Final Cut Pro, Premiere,

Audition). Course introduces multimedia

communications, focusing on writing, speaking,

reading and listening, as well as opportunities to

use industry-standard technology.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Introduction to Woodworking

Prerequisite: None


This course introduces students to the various kinds of woods used in industry, and offer

experience in using selected woodworking tools. The

students will construct one or more woodworking

projects within the class. Correct and safe use of

tools and equipment will be emphasized.

Building Maintenance

Prerequisite: Grades 10, 11, 12


Courses train students to maintain commercial,

industrial, and residential buildings and homes.

Instruction is provided in the basic maintenance

and repair of air conditioning, heating, plumbing,

electrical, and other mechanical systems. Topics include identification and safe use of hand and

power tools; installing and repairing floor coverings,

walls and ceilings; installing and repairing doors,

windows screens, and cabinets; applying finishes to

prepared surfaces; and repairing roofs, masonry,

plumbing, and electrical systems.

pg. 31

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Welding I

Prerequisite: None


The theory of SMAW and OFC will be taught in the

classroom and practiced in the welding shop. In

this course students will learn to join carbon steel using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)

process and will learn to cut with oxy-acetylene.

Along with these two basic processes, students will

learn shop and equipment safety. Measurement

and metal conservation will be introduced.

Welding II

Prerequisite: Welding I


This course starts with a review of PPE and shop

equipment safety practices. Students will continue improving skills with SMAW and OFC. GMAW (Gas

Metal Arc Welding), GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc

Welding) and Plasma Arc Cutting will be introduced.

Braze Welding and metal bending are also used in

Welding II.

Advanced Arc Technology

Prerequisite: Welding I and Welding II


Fee: Students will be required to pay

for the metal on their projects.

The focus of this class is to build projects using

SMAW, OFC, PAC, GMAW, and GTAW. Before

fabricating these projects there will be a study of

Metallurgy, Welding Symbols, and the steps to

planning a project.

Before working in the shop, all safety requirements will be reviewed.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Child Development

Prerequisite: None Credit: 1- Elective credit

This class studies the mental, physical, emotional,

social, and intellectual development of a child from

birth through elementary age. Students will learn

skills in effective parenting, teaching, and nurturing

of children. Include families, parenting, pregnancy/prenatal and newborn care, child abuse,

positive guidance and discipline, ages and stages,

toddlerhood, preschool, baby and child safety,

language and literacy development, learning

through playing, illness and injury prevention, kids

and foods, and more.

Teaching Academy 1

Prerequisite: Child development,

or instructor approval

Credit: 1- Elective credit

This is the first class of a two-year program for

Teaching Academy. The program gives students an

authentic look at becoming an educator. Beginning

with classroom instruction on different learning

styles and classroom methods, it will progress to

examining and practicing planning strategies, presentation, questioning skills, and classroom

management and evaluation techniques. The class

will expose students to the process and techniques

of teaching in different grade levels, subjects and

specialty areas. They will have the opportunity for observation in preschool, elementary, middle school

and high schools. This class will culminate in

placement as a teaching intern at one of the

schools. In addition they will have the opportunity

for short-term observations in the areas of

administration, counseling and specialty teaching. All students participate in Educators Rising NM, a

career-technical student organization cultivating

highly-skilled educators by guiding young people on

a path to becoming accomplished teachers. All

students also have the opportunity to participate in State and National Competitions for Ed Rising.

pg. 32

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Teaching Academy 2

Prerequisite: Child development,

and Teaching Academy 1

Credit: 1- Elective credit

This class is the final class in the Teaching Academy Program. In this class, students plan units and

observe teachers at area elementary and middle

schools. Through coursework, students learn about

growth and fixed mindset, brain-based learning

research, and the importance of cultivating reflective

dispositions in young learners. Students will progress to working side by side with teachers/mentors in the

classroom. A significant component of the Teacher

Academy is this mentorship, which will expose

students to the process and techniques of teaching in

different grade levels, subjects and specialty areas. All

students participate in Educators Rising NM, a career-technical student organization cultivating

highly-skilled educators by guiding young people on a

path to becoming accomplished teachers. All students

also have the opportunity to participate in State and

National Competitions for Ed Rising.

Intro to Psychology1110

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Credit: 1 - Dual credit

This course will introduce students to the science of

human behavior and mental processes. The course

will survey concepts, theories, significant findings, methodologies, and terminology that apply to the field

of psychology in psychology with the goal of

broadening the students’ understanding of self and others.

VOCATIONAL/CAREER

Systems Go I

Prerequisite: Algebra I or

concurrent enrollment in Algebra I Credit: 1- Elective credit

Students use applied sciences to engineer and build

several rockets throughout the school year. The

student will be informed of knowledge bases and

problem-solving tools found within the four main

energy systems: mechanical, fluid, electrical and thermal. Hands-on projects are contained within the

inquisitive learning curriculum for the first semester

to support problem-solving, critical thinking and

cognitive reasoning.

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