O T A Y

R A N C H H i g h S c h o o l

COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

1250 Olympic Parkway

Chula Vista, CA 91913

(619) 591-5000

(619) 591-5010 fax

http://orh.sweetwaterschools.org

H o m e o f th e M u s ta n g s

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Otay Ranch High School Administrators Jose Brosz, Principal

Teresa Kramer, Assistant Principal Dean Nafarrete, Assistant Principal-ASB

Chuck Quillin, Assistant Principal Esther Wise, Assistant Principal

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jim Cartmill Bertha Lopez John McCann Pearl Quiñones Arlie Ricasa

SUPERINTENDENT Ed Brand, Ed. D

SWEETWATER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT "The Sweetwater Union High School District does not discriminate with regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry/ethnicity, marital or parental status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or any other unlawful

consideration." SUHSD Board Policy 0410

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SECTION I: REGISTRATION AND POLICIES 4 SECTION II: GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, PROGRAMS & COLLEGE INFORMATION 6 High School Graduation Requirements 6 CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) 7 Honors Diploma Requirements 7 Valedictorian and Salutatorian 7 Academy of Criminology and Justice Program (AOCJ) 8 Biliteracy Diploma 9 Dual Language Program 9 California Scholarship Federation (CSF) 10 College Admissions (CSU/UC) 12 College Entrance Exams (SAT/ACT) 13 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses 14 Compact for Success 14 SWC High School Special Program/College Bound Program 14 NCAA College Athletic Eligibility 15 Scholarships 15 Financial Aid 15 SECTION III: COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 16 Career & Technical Education (CTE) 16 English 17 English Language Development (ELD) 18 Mathematics 19 Social Science 20 Science 22 Physical Education 24 World Languages 25 Visual and Performing Arts 26 Additional Courses 28

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION I: REGISTRATION AND POLICIES

COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENT When students enter Otay Ranch High School, they are assigned a counselor according to an alphabetical distribution.

PRE-REGISTRATION Students currently enrolled at Otay Ranch High School or middle school students zoned for Otay Ranch will “pre-register” by selecting the following year’s classes during the spring semester. Students are urged to choose carefully because course selections may not be changed after the master schedule is developed.

FIVE PERIOD DAY Seniors who are on-track with meeting their high school graduation requirements and have passed the CA High School Exit Exam will be given the option of having a five period day either one or both semesters of 12

th grade.

PREREQUISITES/YEAR-LONG COURSES Most of the classes at Otay Ranch High School are year-long courses. When students enter a year-long course, they are committed to finishing it. Most of the classes have pre-requisites. These pre-requisites have been set up by the district and our departments to help assure student success in the year-long course.

CLASS CHANGE POLICY Please take extra time and be careful selecting your courses for next year! Once you have chosen courses, we create those classes in an attempt to honor your requests. Once the semester begins, the only changes made will be for the purpose of balancing classes. No class changes will be allowed, unless the following exceptions occur:

1. a student fails a required course in the spring 2. a student passes a pre-registered course in summer school or adult school 3. a student has been selected by try-out for a special program or school activity 4. a course is canceled due to low pre-registration numbers 5. there is a master schedule conflict which is beyond the student’s control 6. a teacher determines that a level change is necessary

If you have a request for a class change that meets one of the criteria listed above, stop by the counseling office to speak with your counselor to discuss the request.

NO TEACHER CHANGES – We are unable to accommodate student or parent requests for certain teachers or for a teacher change.

NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT Otay Ranch High School is open to all students who have completed the eighth grade and who live within the ORH boundaries. To enroll, please call the school to schedule an appointment and bring the following documents: 1. Proof of Residence in our zone (i.e. recent trash, cable, SDGE, water bill or mortgage statement) - dated within the past 60 days.

2. Record of current immunizations

3. Withdrawal grades and current transcript from last school

RESIDENCY Proof of residency must be provided for every school year. It is the law! Proof of residence in our zone (i.e. recent trash, cable, SDGE, water bill or mortgage statement) must be dated within the past 60 days. Please notify the registrar within 2 weeks when residency has changed.

TRANSCRIPTS Official transcripts for the class of 2012 and current students must be ordered by creating an account through parchment.com. There is a $3 fee for each transcript. If your son/daughter needs an unofficial copy of his/her transcript for work/summer programs or certain scholarships, they may request them from the registrar’s office and/or counseling secretary as well. Alumni may come in Monday thru Friday between 3:00-3:30 PM to request transcripts. There is a $3 fee for ALL alumni requesting transcripts at the school site.

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SCHEDULE Semester schedule (two semesters per year): yearlong courses are given two grades (fall and spring). Each semester class is worth 1.0 credit. Students typically enroll in 6 classes per semester and earn a total of 6.0 credits per semester/12.0 credits per year.

GRADES & CREDITS Letter grades of A, B, C, D, or F will be assigned in academic classes. Grades become part of the permanent record after semester grades are issued. The responsibility for determining a student’s grade rests solely with the classroom teacher. Credit is awarded at the end of each semester to students who earned a scholarship grade of A, B, C, or D. No credit is awarded for F grades.

GPA & RANKING Overall weighted GPA and ranking is based upon a 4.0 scale in all courses grades 9-12. For the purpose of computing grade point average (GPA), an “A” grade = 4 points, “B” grade = 3 points, “C” grade = 2 points, “D” grade = 1 point, and “F” grade = 0 point. An additional point is granted for University of California Certified Honors and Advanced Placement courses completed with a “C” or better. This GPA is uncapped. The “A-G” weighted CSU/UC GPA and ranking is based upon a 4.0 scale in University of California (UC) approved college preparatory courses completed in grades 10-12. An additional point is granted for UC Certified Honors and Advanced Placement courses completed with a grade of “C” or better. Students may earn a maximum of eight semesters of additional points. A maximum of four semester points may be earned in the 10th grade for the UC GPA, while a maximum of two semester points may be earned in the 10

th grade for the CSU GPA. This is a

capped GPA and used for admission to California public universities.

GRADE LEVEL CLASSIFICATION Students are expected to make regular progress in their classes, pass all courses, and earn a high school diploma in four years. In order to remain on track for graduation, all students are required to earn the predetermined credits indicated: To be a sophomore minimum of 10 semester credits To be a junior minimum of 22 semester credits To be a senior minimum of 32 semester credits

PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS Progress Reports notifying parents of their student’s progress in school are issued every 6-weeks. The two grading reports at the sixth- and twelfth-week mark of each semester are Progress Reports indicating the level of achievement of the student at that time. The scholarship grade issued at the end of each semester reflects the student’s work for the entire semester. These semester scholarship grades, along with the credits earned, citizenship grades, and attendance are posted to the student’s permanent record at the end of each semester. Progress Reports are distributed to students after the close of each reporting period, except for the final reporting period when semester report cards are mailed home. Check the current school calendar for specific dates.

ADULT SCHOOL/SUMMER SCHOOL Students who have failed a course or need to make-up a D grade for college admissions can retake a course at the various Adult Schools (and/or Summer School) in the Sweetwater District. Adult schools do not offer all college admissions course work, but meets most of the course work needed for high school graduation. Please contact your high school counselor for the necessary paperwork and availability of classes offered through the Adult School (and/or Summer School – TBD in the spring).

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SUHSD HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduation Requirements for Class of 2014 & 2015

Graduation Requirements effective with the Class of 2016 & beyond

TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 44 Required Courses: ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 8 Semester Units Required: 2 – English 9 2 – English 10 2 – English 11 2 – English 12 HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE 9 Semester Units Required: 2 – World Geography 9 2 – World Cultures 10 2 – U.S. History 11 1 – Comprehensive Health 1 – U.S. Government 12 1 – Economics 12 MATHEMATICS 6 Semester Units Required: Three years of mathematics including a passing grade in Algebra 1 or Extended Algebra 1 and 2 SCIENCE 4 Semester Units Required: 2 – Biological Science 2 – Physical Science VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS OR WORLD LANGUAGES 2 Semester Units Required: 2 – Any visual/performing arts or world language courses PHYSICAL EDUCATION 4 Semester Units Required: 4 – Physical Education 9-12 and must pass Fitness gram in 5 out of 6 areas or will continue taking PE ELECTIVES 11 Semester Units Required: Any subject or content area in grades 9-12 beyond courses listed above

TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 44 Required Courses: ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 8 Semester Units Required: 2 – English 9 2 – English 10 2 – English 11 2 – English 12 HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE 9 Semester Units Required: 2 – World Geography 9 2 – World Cultures 10 2 – U.S. History 11 1 – Comprehensive Health 1 – U.S. Government 12 1 – Economics 12 MATHEMATICS 6 Semester Units Required: Three years of mathematics including a passing grade in Algebra 1 or Extended Algebra 1 and 2, Formal Geometry, and Intermediate Algebra SCIENCE 4 Semester Units Required: 2 – Biology 2 – Chemistry or Physics VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS 2 Semester Units Required: 2 – Any Visual/performing arts same course WORLD LANGUAGES 4 Semester Units Required: 4 – World Languages Must be the same language PHYSICAL EDUCATION 4 Semester Units Required: 4 – Physical Education 9-12 and must pass Fitness gram in 5 out of 6 areas or will continue taking PE COLLEGE PREP A-G ELECTIVE 2 Semester Units Required: Any A-G subject or content area in grades 9-12 beyond courses listed above ELECTIVES 5 Semester Units Required: Any subject or content area in grades 9-12 beyond courses listed above

In addition to the course requirements, students must meet the following competencies: COMMUNITY SERVICE 30 Hours Required: Approved by and submitted to the history/social science teacher for nonpaid service PASSING THE CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM (CAHSEE) in both Math & English

In addition to the course requirements, students must meet the following competencies: COMMUNITY SERVICE 30 Hours Required: Approved by and submitted to the history/social science teacher for nonpaid service PASSING THE CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM (CAHSEE) in both Math & English

SECTION II: GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, PROGRAMS & COLLEGE INFORMATION

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CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM (CAHSEE)

In California, all high school students must pass the California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE) to earn a high school diploma. The CAHSEE has two parts: English-language arts (ELA has reading and writing) and mathematics. By law, each part is aligned with California’s academic content standards adopted by the State Board of Education (SBE). All students, including English learners and students with disabilities, must first take the CAHSEE in grade ten. The CAHSEE is administered at the high school during regular school hours. As required by state law, students in grade ten must take the CAHSEE in March. If they do not pass the test in grade ten, they have more chances to retake the part(s) not passed. In grade eleven, they can take the test two times. In grade twelve, they have three times to take the test. For the latest information regarding the CAHSEE, please visit the California Department of Education’s CAHSEE website at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/hs.

HONORS DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS

Students will have the opportunity to earn a special Honors Diploma Seal when they graduate. The special Honors Diploma designation provides an additional incentive for students to challenge themselves with rigorous courses and to reward those students who perform well in challenging classes. To qualify for an Honors Diploma, students must meet the following criteria by the end of the seventh semester:

Complete seventeen (17) semester units (in grades 9-12) of accelerated, honors, Advanced Placement

courses with a grade of “A” or “B”.

Complete at least two of the seventeen semester units of coursework in the senior year.

Earn a minimum 3.0 overall weighted GPA in scholarship and a 3.0 GPA in citizenship for grades 9-12.

VALEDICTORIAN and SALUTATORIAN (District Board Policy 5127, Regulation No. 5127.1)

Selection of Valedictorian

The valedictorian of the senior class shall be the student having the highest rank in his/her graduating class including midyear graduates. The selection process is as follows:

The valedictorian shall be selected on the basis of 42 completed units.

The valedictorian shall be the student who has the highest grade point average (GPA) earned from 42

units based on seven semesters for the courses taken in grades nine through the first semester of grade

twelve using a 4.0 scale and a 5.0 scale of honors, advanced placement, and international baccalaureate

courses approved annually by the University of California (overall weighted). The GPA will be rounded to

the nearest 100th.

If a student has completed more than forty-two units, he/she may eliminate excess elective courses that

are not required for graduation.

If a tie exists, the valedictorian shall be the student who has taken the highest number of honors,

advanced placement, and international baccalaureate courses in which he/she received a grade of “A”.

If a tie still exists, the students shall be recognized as co-valedictorians.

Selection of Salutatorian

The salutatorian of the senior class shall be the student having the second highest rank in his/her graduating class including midyear graduates. The selection process is the same as the selection process for the valedictorian.

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ACADEMY OF CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE (AOCJ) PROGRAM

Mission Statement

Otay Ranch High School’s Academy of Criminology and Justice Program, in partnership with the Chula Vista Police Department, is committed to the empowerment of students through high academic, moral and ethical standards by combining a rigorous A-G (College Prep) program with other Academy requirements. The Academy fosters a sincere respect for law and order while stimulating interest in careers in law enforcement and justice. The AOCJ Program is specifically designed to address the interest of students who intend to pursue a career in a law or justice related field. Through course work in forensic science and criminal and civil law, students will explore all facets of law enforcement careers. Students will learn the major aspects of American law and legal system as well as practice the skills of conflict resolution, peer mediation and ethics.

Entrance Requirements

Complete the AOCJ application

Obtain a letter of recommendation from a middle or high school teacher. Turn this letter in with your

application

Submit a suitable writing sample with your application

You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to enter the program. Applicants not meeting this standard will be

considered on an individual basis and upon acceptance into the Academy will be placed on probation.

Diploma Seal Requirements

Successful completion of the program earns a special Academy seal on the diploma. In addition, letters of recommendation may be provided to students. Students must:

• Participate in the program for a minimum of three years

• Complete all A of CJ course requirements

• Complete a minimum of 100 hours community service

• Consistently participate in the Upper Cadet program both as junior and senior

• Complete all UC/CSU A-G and SUHSD requirements

• Earn and maintain a 2.5 academic GPA and 3.0 citizenship GPA

• Follow the Academy “Code of Conduct”

Diploma Seal Requirements

In order to participate in the Academy of Criminology and Justice Program, students must:

Adhere to the Code of Conduct at all times

Meet all Academy course requirements

Maintain a minimum 2.5 academic GPA and 3.0 citizenship GPA

Maintain a 97% minimum attendance and punctuality rate (ORHS reserves the right to determine

eligibility on a case by case basis following an interview with the student and parents.)

For more information, contact the AOCJ Coordinator (Mr. Almaraz) or your counselor.

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SUHSD BILITERACY DIPLOMA CRITERIA

Students who are proficient in two languages and have completed the required sequence of courses and/or exams with the required grades and/scores, may earn a high school diploma with “Recognition in Biliteracy.” A student may earn the SUSHD Biliteracy Diploma if they meet the following conditions: 1) passes an AP language or literature test in two different languages, earn at least a 2.5 GPA and complete all UC/CSU A-G admissions criteria, OR 2) completes one year of bilingual instruction in middle/high school in math, science and social science with a grade of C or better. Must also complete two years of language instruction in a language other than English and passes an AP Spanish test or AP English test.

DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Otay Ranch High School offers a Dual Language program based on a 50/50 model of instruction in which students are enrolled in core classes taught entirely in Spanish. In the 9

th grade, students are enrolled in Biology

Accelerated and World Geography Accelerated in Spanish while also taking an AP Spanish Language or Spanish for Spanish Speakers 5/6 course. In the 10th grade, students take World History Accelerated in Spanish in addition to AP Spanish Literature or AP Spanish Language. Successful completion of the Dual Language program guarantees students a Sweetwater District approved Biliteracy Certificate when they graduate from high school. Dual Language students will also be eligible receive the State of California Seal of Biliteracy upon graduation. For more information, please contact the Dual Language Coordinator (Mr. Patterson) or your counselor.

CALIFORNIA STATE SEAL OF BILITERACY REQUIREMENTS Alternatively, a student may earn the State Seal of Biliteracy if he/she fulfills each of these three requirements:

1. Completes all English-language arts (ELA) requirements for graduation with an overall grade point average

of 2.0 or above in those classes

2. Score at the Proficient or Advanced level on the California Standards Test (CST) English language arts in

grade eleven

3. Proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English, demonstrated by passing a foreign language

Advanced Placement examination with a score of three or higher or by successful completion of a four-

year high school course of study in a world language and attainment of an overall grade point average of

3.0 or above in that course of study.

For the latest information regarding the State Seal of Biliteracy, please visit the California Department of Education’s State Seal of Biliteracy website at http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/er/sealofbiliteracy.asp. For more information, please contact Mr. Patterson or your counselor.

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CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FEDERATION

CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is a scholastic honor society with each semester of membership based on excellent grades earned the previous semester. If a student receives “mostly” “A” and “B” grades in scholarship, he/she might qualify for membership, depending on the courses he/she completed. The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is a statewide organization honoring outstanding high school students. CSF members who qualify and register for four semesters of membership based on semester grades from 10

th through 12

th grade are

potentially eligible for CSF Life Membership. These students are honored at graduation and receive special recognition. CSF LIFE MEMBERSHIP is earned by having four or more semesters of membership, with one earned in the senior year. Life membership entitles a student to have a CSF Life Certificate, a seal on his/her diploma, a pin, and a stole to wear at graduation. CSF Life Members graduate in white and sit in the front rows at the graduation ceremony. To be eligible for CSF, a student must earn ten CSF points on the semester report card. CSF points are granted based on the following scale: A = 3 points B = 1 point C = 0 points One additional grade point shall be granted for a grade of “A” or “B” in an Honors or AP class, up to a maximum of two such points per semester. Any “D” or “F” grade on the semester report card (even in citizenship) automatically disqualifies the student from membership for that semester. The ten CSF points must be earned according to a specific list of courses. In general, the bulk of the points need to come from academic classes. PE and student aide classes do not count towards CSF membership. a. The first four points must be from List I courses b. The first seven points must be from List I and II c. The remaining points may come from List I, II, or III d. No more than five courses can be used to qualify. CSF membership is neither automatic nor retroactive. CSF is not a passive organization. A student must take an active part by applying for membership with the application period which generally begins three weeks after semester grades are issued, and lasts for ten days (usually in August and January). One objective of CSF is to teach responsibility, especially in meeting deadlines. Therefore, membership may not be awarded if a student fails to apply by the deadline date. CSF Applications are available in the Counseling Center during the application period. Since eligibility for membership in CSF begins with the completion of the first semester of 10

th grade, 9

th graders are not eligible for

membership. For more information, please contact your CSF Advisor or your counselor.

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CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FEDERATION (CSF)

SAMPLE LIST OF COURSES

LIST I: LIST II: LIST III:

English English 9, 10, 11, 12 English 9-10 Acc./(AOCJ) English 11 Honors AP English Literature AP English Language Math Algebra AP Calculus AB/BC AP Statistics Calculus Concepts Finite Math Formal Geometry /Acc. Intermediate Algebra /Acc. Math Analysis /Hn Social Science Economics /AP European History /AP US Government /AP US History /Hn/AP World History /Acc./AP Science Biology /Acc./AP Biology Forensics Chemistry /Hn/AP Human Anatomy & Physiology Physics /Hn/AP World Languages AP Spanish Language AP Spanish Literature Filipino 1-6 French 1-6 Japanese 1-6 Spanish 1-8 Spanish Speakers 1-6

English ELD 7-8 Math Extended Algebra Social Science Mexican American Studies Psychology Social Issues in Film Sociology World Geography World Religions Science Earth Science Life Science Physical & Earth Science Other AP Art History

Administration of Justice Algebra Support AP Art Studio Art (Beg/Adv) ASB AVID Band Choir Comprehensive Health Computer Art Dance Choreography Adv. Digital Media Production Drama ELD 1-6 Folklorico Intro to Media Mariachi Math 12 Newspaper Orchestra Peer Mediation Percussion Photography Read 180 Support ROP Bus/Comp App. ROP Multimedia ROP Intro to Engineering ROP Principles of Engineering ROP Civil Eng. & Architecture ROP Criminal Justice Careers Show Choir SWC Oral Communication SWC Personal Development 100 Televideo Advanced Theater Production Web Design Word Processing Yearbook

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS/A-G REQUIREMENTS

The California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) system requires a freshman applicant to complete a minimum of 15 yearlong courses in grades 9-12 in specific subject categories for admission as a first-time freshman. These subject area requirements are referred to as the “A-G” requirements. A grade of “C” or better is required for each course you use to meet any subject requirement. CSU and UC GPA’s are calculated solely on “A-G” courses taken in grades 10 – 11. Applicants should also be reminded that admission to the University of California is competitive, and most applicants present more than the minimum requirements when applying for admission.

California State University (CSU) Entrance Requirements

*Must pass with a minimum grade of “C”

University of California (UC) Entrance Requirements

*Must pass with a minimum grade of “C” SUBJECT AREA Semester

Units Required

SUBJECT AREA Semester Units

Required

“A” HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE – 2 years required. 2 semesters of U.S. History or 1 semester U.S. History and 1 semester U.S. Govt. 2 semesters Social Science

4 “A” HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE – 2 years required. 2 semesters of U.S. History or 1 semester U.S. History and 1 semester U.S. Govt. 2 semesters World History & Cultures

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“B” ENGLISH – 4 years required. of college preparatory English composition and literature

8 “B” ENGLISH – 4 years required. of college preparatory English composition and literature

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“C” MATHEMATICS – 3 years required. (4 years recommended) including

Algebra 1,2 (or Ext. Algebra 1 and 2)

Formal Geometry, and

Intermediate Algebra, or higher mathematics

6 “C” MATHEMATICS – 3 years required. (4 years recommended) including

Algebra 1,2 (or Ext. Algebra 1 and 2)

Formal Geometry, and

Intermediate Algebra, or higher mathematics

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“D” LAB SCIENCE - 2 years required including

1 biological science

1 physical science

4 “D” LAB SCIENCE - 2 years required. (3 years recommended) including

Biology

Chemistry or Physics

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“E” LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH – 2 years of the same language required.

4 “E” LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH – 2 years of the same language required (3 years recommended)

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“F” VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS – 1 year course required (dance, drama or theater, music, or visual art)

2 “F” VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS – 1 year course required (dance, drama or theater, music, or visual art)

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“G” COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELECTIVE (additional year chosen from the University of California "a-g" list)

2 “G” COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELECTIVE (additional year chosen from the University of California "a-g" list)

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - In addition to the course requirements:

Complete 11 of the 15 “a-g” courses by the end of 11th grade Recommended

Must meet eligibility index criteria

2.0 minimum GPA (weighted, capped)

Take the ACT or the SAT Reasoning Test

High School Graduate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - In addition to the course requirements:

Complete 11 of the 15 “a-g” courses by the end of 11th grade

3.0 minimum GPA (weighted, capped)

Take the ACT Plus Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test

SAT Subject Tests are not required but may be recommended for competitive majors on some campuses

High School Graduate

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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS

In order to apply to most colleges/universities, students will be required to take an entrance exam for college admissions. Most colleges/universities will accept either the SAT or ACT exams. You will need to check with the college/university that you anticipate attending to find out which exam(s) are accepted as part of the admissions process.

TEST DATES For specific test dates on the ACT and SAT, check online at www.actstudent.org and www.collegeboard.com or visit your high school counseling center.

Prepare early in 10th and 11th – PSAT/PLAN-ACT Many students choose to take the preliminary PRACTICE college tests in their Sophomore and/or Junior Year. The PSAT or PLAN-ACT provides students an opportunity to see how they might do on the college admission tests. The PSAT is given in October and the PLAN-ACT is given in November. Students register for the exams at the ASB.

ACT The ACT exam consists of four parts: English (grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, style, organization), math (pre-algebra, algebra, intermediate algebra/coordinated geometry, plane geometry, trigonometry), reading comprehension (selected readings to include history, political science, fine arts, biology, fiction), and science reasoning (analysis, evaluation, reasoning, interpretations, problem solving). There is also an optional Writing section, which may be required by some schools (for example the UC’s). The test is approximately three and one half hours long. Each of the individual parts of the ACT receives a separate score (on a scale of 1-36), and there is also a composite score. The composite score is the score most often used by colleges and universities. Students should take the ACT during the spring of their junior year and fall of senior year. Students register for the exam through www.actstudent.org.

SAT REASONING TEST (SAT I) and SUBJECT TESTS (SAT II) The SAT is administered by the College Board. There are two tests: SAT Reasoning Test and SAT Subject Tests. The SAT Reasoning Test consists of three parts: Verbal, Math, and Writing. The SAT I is a three and one half hour multiple choice test that measure verbal, mathematical, and writing skills necessary for success in college work. The SAT is scored on a scale of 200-800 per section. Students should take the SAT Reasoning during the spring of their junior year and fall of senior year. For some private universities two SAT Subject Tests are required in addition to the SAT Reasoning Test for admissions and class level placement. The SAT Subject Tests are one hour multiple choice exams in 20 different subjects. These tests are designed to measure specific knowledge in a single field. Each SAT Subject test is scored on a scale of 200-800. You can take up to three on one testing day. Since many competitive universities require at least two subject tests for admissions, refer to each university’s policy on which SAT Subject tests they will accept. Effective with the fall 2012 freshman applicants, the University of California (UC) schools will no longer require the SAT Subject Tests for admission. However, certain Subject Tests may be recommended for competitive majors on some campuses. Students register for the exam through www.collegeboard.com.

When do you take the SAT Subject Tests? – You should take an SAT Subject Test after any course that corresponds to the subject matter in which you got an A or a B. For example, after getting an A in A.P. World History, you could take the World History subject test. It is recommended that you take the subject test in June, right at the completion of the course, before you forget information over the summer.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLASSES

The Advanced Placement (AP) Program provides a curriculum that allows you to take a college level course while still in high school. The advantage of taking AP classes in high school that provide more depth in a particular subject is that some colleges give college credit depending on the score on the AP exam. When you get to college, you will have an opportunity to take more advanced classes. Check with each specific College/University for criteria used. Some students take several Advanced Placement classes and accrue a semester or more of college credit. Students enrolled in AP classes are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. See your high school counselor for class prerequisites and the availability of AP classes offered by your high school.

COMPACT FOR SUCCESS Compact for Success is an Academic Partnership between the Sweetwater Union High School District (SUHSD) and San Diego State University (SDSU) providing a guarantee of admission to SDSU upon completion of ALL of the following benchmarks.

Benchmarks:

Enroll in SUHSD in the 7th

grade and maintain enrollment throughout high school in the SUHSD (beginning

with the class of 2017). This includes students in the Chula Vista, San Ysidro and South Bay school

districts.

Attain a CSU GPA of 3.0 or higher

Complete the A-G course requirements with a C or higher

Take the SAT Reasoning or ACT college admission exam

Satisfy the Entry Level Math placement test (ELM)

Satisfy the English Placement Test (EPT)

Apply in the fall of your senior year

SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE

Students could get a jump start on college credits by taking a Southwestern College course while still in high school through the High School Special Program and/or College Bound Program.

HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL PROGRAM

The High School Special Program allows students fifteen years and older in grades 9th

through 12th

to concurrently enroll at Southwestern and earn college credit while in high school. All students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 to enroll at Southwestern College. Classes are taken for college credit ONLY. High school students are required to pay college fees and purchase textbooks. See your counselor for more information and the application for enrollment.

Steps to Enroll: Apply online at: www.swccd.edu (Click Apply Online). Submit a completed High School Special Program form. Available online by clicking Admissions & Registration Printable Forms (Principal signature required and GPA verification and signature required by counselor).

COLLEGE BOUND PROGRAM In addition, Southwestern College offers certain college courses on Otay Ranch High School’s campus through the College Bound Program. Students have the advantage of having their college fees waived and free textbooks as well as the ability to earn college and high school credit. Enrollment is limited to Seniors only. All students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 to enroll. See your High School Counselor for current course offerings.

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NCAA COLLEGE ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY College-bound student-athletes must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to play Division I and II college sports at www.eligibilitycenter.org. It is the student’s responsibility to understand eligibility requirements, steps and deadlines. When you register for the ACT or SAT I, list the Eligibility Center as a score report recipient: 9999.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are a form of aid that helps students pay for their education. They do not need to be repaid.

$ Review scholarship bulletin monthly (available in the counseling center and online at orh.sweetwaterschools.org and click on counseling)

$ Complete and submit applications on time. $ Check the internet www.fastweb.com $ Visit: www.sdfoundation.org/scholarships/ $ If applying to SDSU, visit: http://sa.sdsu.edu/scholarship $ For more information visit: www.finaid.org

FINANCIAL AID

To apply for federal and state grants, loans, or campus aid, seniors must submit a Free Application for Federal

Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning January 1 of their senior year. The application is available online and is free. You

will need a PIN (personal identification number and electronic signature) in order to apply online. You may register

for a PIN and submit your FAFSA at: www.fafsa.ed.gov.

CALIFORNIA GRANTS

The FAFSA is also the application for California Grants (Cal Grants). The priority deadline to apply for California Grants is March 2

nd of their senior year. The Sweetwater district will submit your Cal Grant GPA electronically on

your behalf.

Beware of financial aid and scholarship scams! You should not pay for the FAFSA or any scholarship searches.

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION ENGINEERING & DESIGN PROGRAM OF STUDY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ROP INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING (IED): (Course I) COURSE NUMBERS: 97243/97244 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A GRADE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 COURSE CONTENT: This course provides students exposure to design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation. Employment possibilities include Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Architecture. Instruction covers the following areas: Design process, introduction to technical sketching and drawing, measurement and statistics, design exercises, dimensions and tolerances, advance modeling skills, reverse engineering, visual analysis, functional and structural analysis, product improvement by design, engineering ethics and design teams. Students use equipment which includes: Computers, plotters and printers. ROP PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING (POE): (Course II) COURSE NUMBERS: 97249/97250 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement GRADE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 PREREQUISITE: ROP Introduction to Engineering COURSE CONTENT: Principles of Engineering (POE) is a high school-level survey course of engineering. The course exposes students to some of the major concepts that they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Students have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high tech career. POE gives students the opportunity to develop skills and understand if course concepts through activity-, project-, and problem-based learning. This course provides entry level engineering training in Civil Engineering and Engineering Technology. Employment possibilities include entry level Engineering, design, manufacturing, computer design, research and development (R&D), architecture, digital manufacturing, field engineer and drafter. Instruction covers the following areas: Engineering principals, engineering technology systems, math, science, problem solving, and computer aided design. Students use equipment which includes: Dial

gauges, protractors, engineering rulers, computers, plotters and 3-d printers.

ROP CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE (CEA): (Course III) COURSE NUMBERS: 97264/97265 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A RECOMMENDED GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 PREREQUISITE: ROP Introduction to Engineering (Course I) and ROP Principles of Engineering (Course II) COURSE CONTENT: Civil Engineering and Architecture is

the study of the design and construction of residential

and commercial building projects. The course includes an

introduction to many of the varied factors involved in

building design and construction including building and

systems, structural design, storm water management,

site design, utilities and services, cost estimation, energy

efficiency in the design and construction industry. This

course provides entry-level and upgrade training in civil

engineering and architecture. Employment opportunities

include: drafter and design apprentice. Instruction covers

the following areas: mathematics, reading and

comprehension, drafting, reading and interpretation of

blue prints, project management, sketching, and code

compliance. Students use equipment which includes:

computers, dial calipers, scale rulers, transponders, CAD

software, surveyors levels/transit and plotters.

ROP ENGINEERING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (EDD) COURSE NUMBERS: 97324/97325 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A GRADE LEVEL: 12 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Engineering (Course I) or Principles of Engineering (Course II) or Civil Engineering and Architecture (Course III) COURSE CONTENT: In this capstone course, students work in teams to design and develop an original solution to a valid open-ended technical problem by applying the engineering design process. Students perform research to choose, validate, and justify a technical problem. After carefully defining the problem, teams design, build, and test their solutions while working closely with industry professionals who provide mentoring opportunities. Finally, student teams present and defend their original solution to an outside panel. This course is appropriate for 12th grade students.

SECTION III: COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAM OF STUDY COURSE DESCRIPTION

ROP CRIMINAL JUSTICE CAREERS COURSE NUMBER: 97293/97294 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A GRADE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 COURSE CONTENT: This course provides entry-level training in law enforcement careers. Employment possibilities include criminal justice and law enforcement at the local, state and federal level. This course is designed to give students both theory and hands-on experience in law enforcement occupations. Instruction covers the following areas: understanding of institutions and agencies within the administration of justice; criminal, traffic and juvenile law; judicial proceedings; substance abuse; and emergency preparedness. Emphasized throughout the course are the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills, personal and professional development, strong academic skills, problem-solving, safety, and the use of technology. Students use equipment which includes: computers, projectors, digital cameras and camcorders, fax machines, printers. SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE COURSE Southwestern College “college bound” courses are taught to ORH students by Southwestern College instructors on our campus at ORH. There is no cost to the student for tuition or books. Students earn both high school credit and college credit. SWC PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 100 (PD 100) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: 3 units college credit HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT: 1 semester elective credit PREREQUISITES: 12

th grade. GPA 2.5 or above.

Permission from counselor. COURSE CONTENT: This class applies psychological principles to success in college, the world of work and life. Students will assess personality, interests, skills and values to increase self-understanding and select an appropriate major and career options. Strategies for lifelong learning are explored by identifying learning styles, applying psychological principles of learning, examining life management techniques, and creative and critical thinking techniques to promote health and lifelong learning.

ENGLISH ENGLISH I INTENSIVE UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system GRADE LEVEL: 9

PREREQUISITES: CST scores of 150-264, teacher recommendation, scholarship mark, EOC exam. All students in English I Intensive will also be concurrently enrolled in Read 180 Support COURSE CONTENT: This is an intensive corrective reading support class designed to help student acquire efficient reading skills leading to grade level reading. ENGLISH 9/ENGLISH 9 ACCELERATED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: CST scores of 300-600, teacher recommendation, scholarship mark, EOC exam COURSE CONTENT: English 9 is a literature-based language arts course, which integrates the complex nature of language acquisition, and the multiple elements of language used in a comprehensive program of thinking, listening, speaking and reading activities. The program is meaning-centered and is designed to involve the varying backgrounds and experiences of students as a direct aid in comprehension. English 9 Accelerated, a more rigorous course, is also offered. ENGLISH 10/ENGLISH 10 ACCELERATED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: CST scores of 300-600, teacher recommendation, scholarship mark, EOC exam COURSE CONTENT: The English 10 course, Journey across Genres, will expand on students’ previous understanding of the essential elements of literary and expository prose covered in grades 7, 8, and 9. This course’s balanced approach to developing critical reading, writing, and thinking skills is grounded in the rich material found in both literary and expository prose. Not only pivotal in achieving proficiency on the California High School Exit Examination, English 10 is the gateway into the demanding cognitive and academic skill expectations of the last two years of high school English/Language Arts classes. English 10 Accelerated, a more rigorous course, is also offered. ENGLISH 11/ENGLISH 11 HONORS UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system COURSE CONTENT: English 11 is a literature-based language arts course which integrates the complex nature of language acquisition and the multiple elements of language used in a comprehensive program of thinking, listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. English 11 Honors, a more rigorous course, is also offered. ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LITERATURE and COMPOSITION 1 & 2 (GRADE 11) *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May.

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UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES: A good command of English grammar, and above grade level competence in listening, reading, speaking and writing. Grade of “A” or “B” in previous English course. COURSE CONTENT: English 12 Advanced Placement Literature and Composition is a literature-based Language Arts course which integrates thinking, listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. The program is meaning-centered and skill-based and is designed to develop students who view themselves as readers, writers, and analytical thinkers. ENGLISH 12 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system COURSE CONTENT: Students at this level will be expected to engage with more challenging concepts. Twelfth grade students will analyze how an author’s philosophical position contributes to the quality of literary work and apply the Philosophical approach of literary criticism. Moreover, students will examine the impact and influence of various forms of mass media. ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE (GR. 12) *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES: A good command of English grammar, and above grade level competence in listening, reading, speaking and writing. Grade of “A” or “B” in previous English course. COURSE CONTENT: Advanced Placement Language and Composition is meaning-centered and skill based and is designed to develop students who view themselves as readers, writers, and analytical thinkers. Students analyze the rhetorical and stylistic techniques used in literary selections including nonfiction and other prose from a variety of historical periods, disciplines, and rhetorical.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (ELD) ELD 1, 2 (1ST YEAR) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A DISTRICT: This is a one or two-year course, which satisfies one or two years of English language arts requirement in grades 9-12 for high school graduation. PREREQUISITES: Placement in this class is determined as a result of: (a) LANGUAGE assessment, (b) counselor/

teacher recommendation, or (c) other appropriate assessment instruments approved by the district. COURSE CONTENT: This course provides the student with experiences necessary for developing basic functional skills in English language development. Students will attain mastery of the standards and proficiency of skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing— through the exploration of meaningful topics and text using the Rhetorical Approach. ELD 3, 4 (2ND YEAR) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A DISTRICT: This is a one or two-year course, which satisfies one or two years of English language arts requirement in grades 9-12 for high school graduation. PREREQUISITES: Placement in this class is determined as a result of: (a) successful completion of ELD 1-2, (b) counselor/teacher recommendation, or (c) other appropriate assessment instruments approved by the district. COURSE CONTENT: In this course, students will continue to develop and enhance integrated skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing, literature, cognitive, and study skills through exploration of meaningful topics and text using the Rhetorical Approach. Students will build upon the foundation of skills established in ELD Beginning. ELD 5, 6 (3RD YEAR) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A DISTRICT: This is a one or two-year course, which satisfies one or two years of English language arts requirement in grades 9-12 for high school graduation. PREREQUISITES: Placement in this class is determined as a result of: (a) successful completion of ELD 3-4, (b) counselor/teacher recommendation, or (c) other appropriate assessment instruments approved by the district. COURSE CONTENT: In this course, students will develop integrated skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, literature, cognitive, and study skills. Students will attain mastery of the standards and proficiency of skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—through the exploration of meaningful topics and text using the Rhetorical Approach. ELD 7, 8 (4TH YEAR) DISTRICT: This is a one year course which satisfies the Language Arts requirement in grades 9-12. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “B” English requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Placement in this class is determined as a result of: (a) LAU assessment, (b) counselor/teacher recommendation, or (c) other appropriate assessment instruments approved by the district. COURSE CONTENT: In this course, students will continue to develop and enhance integrated skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, literature, cognitive, and study

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skills. Course content will now emphasize a rhetorical approach to analyzing and viewing both literary and expository material. Students will attain mastery of the standards and proficiency of skills- listening, speaking, reading and writing-through the exploration of meaningful topics and text using the rhetorical approach.

MATHEMATICS ALGEBRA 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Math 8 with “C” or better. COURSE CONTENT: This course is a first year algebra course. Algebraic skills and concepts are developed and used in a wide variety of problem solving situations. This is the first year of a 3-year college preparatory math sequence. EXTENDED ALGEBRA 1A & 1B UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Math 8 with a “D” or “F” or teacher recommendation. COURSE CONTENT: This is the first year of a two-year algebra course sequence. This course is designed for those students not yet ready for a traditional algebra course. Concepts will develop over time, with an emphasis on conceptual and symbolic understanding. EXTENDED ALGEBRA 2A & 2B UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Extended Algebra 1A & 1B. COURSE CONTENT: This is the second year of a two-year algebra course sequence. Upon successful completion (“C” or better) of this course, students will have earned one year of credit towards their college preparatory math requirement. FORMAL GEOMETRY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Algebra 1, 2 (or all 4 quarters of Extended Algebra) COURSE CONTENT: This course is a formal Geometry course with an emphasis on logical thinking and formal proof. This is the second year of a 3-year college preparatory math sequence. FORMAL GEOMETRY ACCELERATED 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system

PREREQUISITES: Completion of Algebra 1, 2 (or all 4 quarters of Extended Algebra) with a minimum grade of “C” and with teacher recommendation. COURSE CONTENT: Formal Geometry Accelerated is a more rigorous course. This is a Formal Geometry course with an in-depth emphasis on logical thinking and formal proof. This is the second year of a 3-year college preparatory math sequence. INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Algebra 1, 2 (or all 4 quarters of Extended Algebra) and Formal Geometry 1, 2 with a minimum grade of “C”. COURSE CONTENT: This course is the second year of algebra. It complements and expands the mathematical content and concepts of Algebra 1 and Geometry. The emphasis is on abstract thinking skills, the function concept and algebraic solutions. This is the third year of a 3-year college preparatory math sequence. INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA ACCELERATED 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Algebra 1, 2 (or all 4 quarters of Extended Algebra) and Formal Geometry 1, 2 with a minimum grade of “C” and with teacher recommendation. COURSE CONTENT: This is a more in-depth study of Intermediate Algebra. This course complements and expands the mathematical content and concepts of Algebra 1 and Geometry. The emphasis is on abstract thinking skills, the function concept and algebraic solutions. This is the third year of a 3-year college preparatory math sequence. MATH ANALYSIS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Intermediate Algebra 1, 2 with a minimum grade of “C”. COURSE CONTENT: This is a pre-calculus course that combines many of the trigonometric, geometric and algebraic techniques needed to prepare students for the study of calculus and other advanced courses. This is the fourth course in the college preparatory math sequence and is highly recommended for students planning on entering a college or university upon graduation.

MATH ANALYSIS HONORS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Intermediate Algebra 1, 2 with a grade of “C” or better and with teacher recommendation.

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COURSE CONTENT: This pre-calculus course covers in-depth advanced Algebra and Geometry topics as well as a significant amount of Trigonometry. This is the fourth course in the college preparatory math sequence and is highly recommended for students planning on entering a college or university upon graduation. FINITE MATH UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Satisfactory completion of Intermediate Algebra 2 with a grade of “C” or better. COURSE CONTENT: This is a one year, college preparatory elective which fulfills the UC a-g requirement for advanced mathematics. This course will focus on higher level math topics, such as logic, set theory, and probability and statistics, as well as reinforcing college entrance skills, such as those tested on the CSU Entry Level Math Exam (ELM). Finite Math is highly recommended as an alternative to Math Analysis for seniors who are not planning on pursuing a mathematics based major at the university. CALCULUS CONCEPTS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Satisfactory completion of Math Analysis 2 with a grade ‘C” or better. COURSE CONTENT: Emphasis will be on development of the underlying concepts of Calculus, approached graphically, numerically, and analytically. ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Intermediate Algebra with a grade of “C” or better. COURSE CONTENT: The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusion from data. ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “C” mathematics requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Satisfactory completion of Math Analysis with a minimum grade of ‘C” or better. A thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics including algebra, axiomatic geometry, trigonometry, and analytic geometry is recommended. COURSE CONTENT: This course is comparable to a college course in calculus and related topics usually taught the first year in college. Students gain an intuitive

understanding of the concepts of calculus and practical experience with its methods and applications.

SOCIAL SCIENCE WORLD GEOGRAPHY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in the 9th grade COURSE CONTENT: This course covers an in-depth study of Physical Geography, Cultural Geography, and reading/interpreting knowledge about important geographic vocabulary terms and concepts. It will also integrate the five fundamental themes of geography in the content of each unit. For students in the Dual Language Program, this course is taught in Spanish. WORLD HISTORY & CULTURES 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 10th grade COURSE CONTENT: This course addresses the topic of world cultures. The emphasis is on the twentieth century with a brief review of major events prior to 1900. Students will study the chronology of events, the impact of those events on the present, and gain a perspective on the interrelatedness of the contemporary world. World History & Cultures Accelerated, a more rigorous course, is also offered. WORLD HISTORY & CULTURES ACCELERATED 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 9

th or 10th grade.

COURSE CONTENT: This course addresses the topic of world cultures. The emphasis is on the twentieth century with a brief review of major events prior to 1900. Students will study the chronology of events, the impact of those events on the present, and gain a perspective on the interrelatedness of the contemporary world. World History & Cultures Accelerated, a more rigorous course, is also offered. For students in the Dual Language Program, this course is taught in Spanish. ADVANCED PLACEMENT WORLD HISTORY 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 10

th grade and successful

completion of World Geography or World History & Cultures Accelerated in Grade 9. COURSE CONTENT: This rigorous AP World History course will develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human societies. This

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understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in international frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. UNITED STATES HISTORY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11th grade COURSE CONTENT: The first semester of this course addresses the major events and people in the twentieth century American history from 1900-1939. The second semester addresses American history from 1940 to the present. The focus is on the significance of historical figures and events in terms of their implications to present day America. United States History Honors, a more rigorous course, is also offered. UNITED STATES HISTORY HONORS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11th grade. Grade of “C” or better in World History course; recommendation by previous social science teacher COURSE CONTENT: The first semester of this course addresses the major events and people in the twentieth century American history from 1900-1939. The second semester addresses American history from 1940 to the present. The focus is on the significance of historical figures and events in terms of their implications to present day America. ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11

th grade and

satisfactory completion of AP World History or World History Accelerated with a grade of “C” or better; recommendation by previous social science teacher. COURSE CONTENT: This rigorous course is equivalent to most college introductory United States history courses. Students learn the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States history, to assess historical materials, and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 12th grade. COURSE CONTENT: This is a one semester course designed to help students understand the workings of

the American system at the federal, state, and local levels. The course examines the scope and limits of rights and obligations as democratic citizens. Furthermore, this course is a culmination of the civic literacy strand that prepares students to vote, to reflect on the responsibilities of citizenship, and to participate in community activities. ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “A” social science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 12

th grade. Recommend a

strong background in the social sciences, reading, and writing. COURSE CONTENT: This rigorous course provides students with an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States similar to most introductory courses offered in college. It includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. politics. ECONOMICS UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in the 12th grade. COURSE CONTENT: This one semester course primarily focuses on social science and enriching students’ understanding of the operations and institutions of economic systems, rather than a course in household or business management or budgeting. Throughout this course, measurement concepts and methods should be introduced; for example, tables, charts, graphs, ratios, percentages, and index numbers. ADVANCED PLACEMENT MICRO/MACRO ECONOMICS *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. NOTE: Students who take Micro and/or Macro Economics MUST also take US Government or AP US Government to fulfill the US Government requirement. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system COURSE OFFERED: Fall semester (Micro) Spring Semester (Macro) PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 12

th grade. Recommend a

strong background in the social sciences, reading, and writing. COURSE CONTENT: This is a rigorous one/two-semester college-level course designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. This course

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places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination. ADVANCED PLACEMENT EUROPEAN HISTORY *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Recommended for 11

th & 12

th grade

students. COURSE CONTENT: This course is designed to provide a college-level experience and preparation for the AP Exam. The study of European History since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of APEURO are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European history, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understanding in writing. COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH UC/CSU/College: N/A PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: This one-semester course teaches students to accept personal responsibility for lifelong health, to maintain and protect their own health and that of others, and to practice behaviors that reduce the risk of becoming involved in potentially dangerous situations. The emphasis of the course is on the transition from adolescence to adulthood. This one semester required course meets the state instructional requirement for health and family life education. (High School Graduation Requirement) MEXICAN AMERICAN STUDIES UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: Available to 11th & 12th grade students. COURSE CONTENT: This is a one semester course. The Mexican American Studies course seeks to enhance understanding of the Mexican and Mexican American experience, as well as the broader Latino experience. The focus of this course is on an understanding of the Latino background. The social, historical, political and cultural history of Mexico is examined as well as Mexican immigration into the United States. PSYCHOLOGY UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Available to 11th & 12th grade students. COURSE CONTENT: This is a one-semester beginning psychology course, introducing and developing basic concepts of psychology and a historical perspective on

psychology as the study of individual behavior. The course focuses on human development, learning, motivation and personality. Students also will learn the contributions and methods of major psychologists such as Sigmund Freud, Abraham Maslow, Ivan Pavlov, Carl Rogers and B.F. Skinner. SOCIOLOGY UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Available to 11th & 12th grade students. COURSE CONTENT: Sociology is a one-semester elective course designed to provide a bridge to other courses within the behavioral science field, and to cite the fundamentals of sociology for students who may wish to pursue advanced work in the field. The central focus of sociology is on the nature and scope of group living, the precipitates of man’s social living, and the interdependence between various nations, cultures, and societies. SOCIAL ISSUES IN FILMS UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Available to 11th & 12th grade students; strong writing skills; mature attitude/audience; parent approval to watch “R” rated films (Motion Picture Association of America ratings). COURSE CONTENT: Social Issues in Films is a one semester course designed to instruct students to access, analyze, evaluate and communicate in a variety of forms. The course addresses American social issues as reported in the newspaper, through mass media and as exemplified in films. WORLD RELIGIONS UC/CSU/College: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: Available to 10

th – 12

th grade students.

COURSE CONTENT: World Religions is a one-semester course that focuses on the world’s seven major religions, introducing them in order from the oldest to the youngest: Primal Religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Students will study the history, development and impact of each religion; read and interpret sacred literature; analyze the belief systems and practices; and identify sacred places, events and holy days of each religion.

SCIENCE BIOLOGY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system

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PREREQUISITE: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1, CST score of basic or greater in English and Math. COURSE CONTENT: The course includes, but is not limited to: the characteristics of chemistry of life, heredity, changes in living things over a period of time, environmental effects on life, human anatomy and physiology, and typical ecosystems around the world. Biology accelerated, a more rigorous course, is also offered. CHEMISTRY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in intermediate algebra or higher math course. COURSE CONTENT: Chemistry is a rigorous college preparatory science course which is intended to provide students with problem solving, critical thinking, and deduction skills. Students taking chemistry need a sound basis in algebra, especially the ability to manipulate algebraic equations and formulas. CHEMISTRY HONORS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Grade of “B” or better in Biology and/or concurrent enrollment in Intermediate Algebra or higher math course. COURSE CONTENT: Students will become acquainted with the skills and concepts necessary to gain an understanding of the chemical aspects of technology, society and the world at large. There is an emphasis on the basic knowledge of problem solving skills. Topics include, but are not limited to, atomic theory, chemical equations, organic and inorganic chemistry, chemical equilibrium relationships and simple nuclear reactions. ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: Must have earned an “A” or “B” in Biology or Biology Accelerated. COURSE CONTENT: This course is equivalent to a college introductory biology course usually taken by biology majors during their first year in college. Students learn the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. Three general areas to be covered are molecules and cells, genetics and evolution, and organisms and populations.

PHYSICS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system

PREREQUISITES: Completed or concurrent enrollment in intermediate algebra. COURSE CONTENT: This course emphasizes the understanding of the physical universe using mathematical tools. The first semester covers classical mechanics, which includes the study of motion, Newton’s laws, gravity, and energy. The second semester includes the study of waves, sound, light, optics, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear physics. PHYSICS HONORS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Grade of “B” or better in Biology and Chemistry COURSE CONTENT: This course studies the same topics as regular physics, but in greater depth, using more sophisticated mathematical tools, such as advance algebra and wave functions. The course also uses a college textbook. This course is for the student who wishes to pursue science as a career. ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS C 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Physics 1 & 2 or Physics Honors, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in calculus. COURSE CONTENT: A full year calculus-based physics course with emphasis on understanding the concepts and building the skills necessary to use those concepts in two primary situations: 1) solving complex, multi-step problems and 2) analyzing actual data in a laboratory setting. Lecture and problem solving discussions account for roughly 80% of the time, lab design and hands-on execution account for the other 20% of our total instructional time. The course is designed to prepare students to pass the APC Mechanics physics exam which can provide college credit and may waive some introductory physics courses. BIOLOGY FORENSICS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system GRADE LEVEL: Available to 11

th & 12

th grade students

PREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” or better in Biology and Chemistry/Physics or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry/Physics. COURSE CONTENT: Biology Forensics is a two-semester college preparatory course that meets the UC lab science criteria. It builds upon California Biology Standards in the areas of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, and human physiology, the California Chemistry Standards in the areas of Organic and Biochemistry and the California Investigation and Experimentation Standards. The course

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will incorporate little lecture, many laboratory activities, guest speakers, expository reading, and discovery learning. The course emphasizes critical thinking and a hands-on approach to problem solving in the forensic science of Biology. Comprehensive written reports, lab practical work, and group and independent projects will be used to evaluate students. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “D” laboratory science requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: Grade of “B” or better in Biology & Chemistry. COURSE CONTENT: This is a senior level lab science course, designed to use analytical and practical approaches to study the structure and function of the human body, and thus providing students with skills for identifying anatomical structures and associated disorders. EARTH SCIENCE 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” physical science elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system COURSE CONTENT: This course is based on the major themes of earth science and the California Earth Science Standards. Laboratory experiences are an integral part of the course, and will take up a minimum of 40% of the classroom instructional time.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE l (Grade 9) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 9

th grade

COURSE CONTENT: Physical Education 9th

grade course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn through a comprehensive sequentially planned Physical Education program in accordance with the Physical Education Model Content Standards for California Public Schools, Kindergarten through Grade Twelve. District Requirement: 9th graders pass 5 out of the 6 fitness components for the Fitness Gram, 2 years of high school physical education to graduate for students who pass the fitness gram in grade 9. Continuous enrollment in district approved physical education courses required each year until student passes Fitness Gram. PE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE ll (Grade 10) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 10

th grade

COURSE CONTENT: This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn through a comprehensive sequentially planned Physical Education program in accordance with the California Model Content Standards for Physical Education. District

requirements: students enrolled in this course are required to have passed 5/6 of the Fitness Gram requirements in High School Course I. Students who do not pass 5 out of 6 of the Fitness Gram requirements in High School Course II are required to enroll in “Fitness for Life”, a course closely aligned to High School Course I content standards with individual fitness planning to aid and assist students to pass the Fitness Gram requirements during the testing windows. PE DANCE UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 10

th-12th grade and shoes

(these will be discussed at the first class meeting). District requirements: 10

th & 11

th grade students enrolled

in this course are required to have passed 5 out of 6 of the Fitness Gram requirements. COURSE CONTENT: Students will be exposed to proper dance technique and terminology. Dancers will learn various dance styles which may include: jazz, hip-hop, lyrical jazz, character, modern, ballet and choreography. Students will develop flexibility, muscle tone, and cardiovascular fitness. PE FITNESS FOR LIFE (Grade 10) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 10

th grade.

COURSE CONTENT: District requirements: students who do not pass 5 out of the 6 areas of the Fitness Gram requirement are required to enroll in this course to aid and assist students to pass the Fitness Gram requirements during the testing windows. PE FITNESS AND CONDITIONING (Grade 11) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11th grade. COURSE CONTENT: Students will learn the basic fundamentals of strength training, aerobic training, and overall fitness training and conditioning. District requirements: students who do not pass 5 out of 6 areas of the Fitness Gram requirement are required to enroll in this course to aid and assist students to pass the Fitness Gram requirements during the testing windows. PE INVASION GAMES UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11

th or 12th grade.

COURSE CONTENT: Students will learn the basic fundamentals of game situations through the tactical games approach including offensive and defensive strategies. Examples include capture the flag, six way and regular basketball, team handball, lacrosse, soccer, flag and regular football. PE WEIGHT LIFTING UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A

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PREREQUISITES: Enrollment in 11th

(must have passed the Fitness Gram in 5 out of 6 areas) or 12th grade. COURSE CONTENT: PE Weight Lifting is designed to give students the opportunity to learn weight training concepts and techniques used for obtaining optimal physical fitness. Students will benefit from comprehensive weight training and cardiorespiratory endurance activities. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of weight training, strength training, aerobic training, and overall fitness training and conditioning.

WORLD LANGUAGES FOREIGN LANGUAGE 1-2 (1

st YEAR)

Filipino 1/2 French 1/2 Japanese 1/2 Spanish 1/2 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1/2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: None COURSE CONTENT: Students learn basic communication skills in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in a language other than English. Course content emphasizes listening and speaking activities as well as an awareness of the culture and social convention of the new language. Students wishing to continue study in the same foreign language should do so in consecutive years. FOREIGN LANGUAGE 3-4 (2

nd YEAR)

Filipino 3/4 French 3/4 Japanese 3/4 Spanish 3/4 Spanish for Spanish Speakers ¾ UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Foreign Language 1 and 2, or the ability to speak, read simple literature, and write simple paragraphs in the native language. COURSE CONTENT: Students work together to develop and enhance integrated skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing in a language other than English. Course content emphasizes communicative skills and appreciation for culture and social conventions of the new language. Students wishing to continue study in the same foreign language should do so in consecutive years. Foreign Language 3, 4 is an appropriate entry-level course for students who already have some basic reading and writing native language speaking abilities, but need to develop more fully their reading and writing skills in the native language.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE 5-6 (3

rd YEAR)

Filipino 5/6 French 5/6 Japanese 5/6 Spanish 5/6 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 5/6 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Foreign Language 3 and 4, or the ability to speak, read, and write in the native language. COURSE CONTENT: Students continue to develop and enhance integrated skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing in a language other than English. Course content emphasizes the transition from a colloquial to more formal command of the target language, a high level of communication proficiency, and appreciation for culture and social heritage of the target language. Students wishing to continue study in the same foreign language should do so in consecutive years. SPANISH 7/8 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of Spanish 5/6, or the ability to speak, read, and write in the native language. COURSE CONTENT: Students continue to develop and enhance integrated skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing in a language other than English. Course content emphasizes the transition from a colloquial to more formal command of the target language, a high level of communication proficiency, and appreciation for culture and social heritage of the target language. Students wishing to continue study in the same foreign language should do so in consecutive years.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: A strong command of Spanish language grammar and considerable competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. COURSE CONTENT: If enrolled in class, students are expected to register for the Advanced Placement examination in early May. This course is comparable in content and difficulty to a full year course at the college level. Students develop their proficiency in Spanish Language and composition. Use of the language for active communication is emphasized. Students who show themselves qualified on the Advanced Placement Examination may receive advanced placement and/or credit at many colleges and universities.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LITERATURE 1 & 2 *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “E” foreign language requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: A good command of the Spanish grammar and considerable competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. COURSE CONTENT: Well-motivated students are challenged through advanced study of Spanish literature of moderate and mature content. Students will formulate and express oral and written critical opinions and judgments about Spanish novels, plays, and poetry. Students who show themselves qualified on the Advanced Placement Examination may receive advanced placement and/or credit at many colleges and universities.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS ART BEGINNING 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: The course emphasizes basic skills and comprehension regarding art fundamentals, materials, and creative processes of the two dimensional discipline. The course stresses insights into applying skills in various painting and drawing media. ADVANCED ART 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Art Beginning 1 & 2 COURSE CONTENT: More emphasis will be placed on composition, use of media, processes, techniques and creativity. Individuals will have a better understanding of the historical and cultural impact of prominent artist periods, and movements in art. ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (grade 9 with instructor’s approval) COURSE CONTENT: (General or Drawing Portfolio) Students will produce a portfolio of artwork that shows a fundamental competence and range of understanding in visual investigation and process of discovery as well as a serious grounding in visual principles and material techniques. The student will also exhibit through this artwork a synthesis of form, technique and content.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART HISTORY *Students enrolled in this class are expected to register for the AP exam offered in early May. UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Students will examine major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present from a variety of cultures. Students will develop an understanding of architecture, sculpture, painting and other art forms within historical and cultural contexts. Students will analyze works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity. BALLET FOLKLORICO UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: All students must have proper dance clothes and shoes (these will be discussed at the first class meeting). COURSE CONTENT: Students develop grace, flexibility, muscle tone, and cardiovascular fitness through creative expression using a variety of dance forms. Instruction includes the utilization of advance knowledge of Folklorico dance movement, vocabulary, choreography techniques, dance history, anatomy of a dancer, and injury prevention. BAND CADET 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of one to two semesters of Beginning Band at either the middle school or high school level, or by audition with the consent of the instructor and availability of musical instruments. COURSE CONTENT: Band is designed to teach individual and group discipline, instrument care and use, study of ensemble and/or solo material, skills in ear training and sight reading, interpretation of the conductor’s band and baton motions, study of various band works of appropriate difficulty, proper performance attitudes, awareness of occupational opportunities, and where applicable, techniques in marching and maneuvering. The director as an essential element of evaluation may require performance for all students enrolled in this class. The course may be repeated for a max of 12 semesters of credit. BAND CONCERT 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of two semesters of Beginning Band at either the middle school or high school level, or by audition with the consent of the instructor. COURSE CONTENT: Having successfully achieved an appropriate skill level, students will continue their study

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of instrumental music and standard performance practices on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Individual study/home practice as well as public performances are required as part of the evaluation process. CHOIR, MIXED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Choir 1- none. Choir 2-12 - successful completion of previous semesters. COURSE CONTENT: Choir is a performance-oriented course designed for students who enjoy participation in-group singing. Musicianship is enhanced through rehearsal, analysis, and public performance of advanced choral literature involving a variety of styles. Regular attendance at all daily and special rehearsals is required of all choir members. Students will participate in concerts, workshops, and festivals throughout the year. CHOIR, SHOW UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Choir 1 and 2; recommend completion of Choir 3 and 4, beginning dance experience, and/or Drama 1, or consent of the instructor. COURSE CONTENT: This one or two hour advanced performance-oriented course emphasizes the three major facets of the show choir: singing, dancing, and acting. Areas of instruction include: intermediate and advanced solo/ensemble literature, choreographed movement, microphone technique, costumes and make-up techniques, and showmanship strategies. COMPUTER ART 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Students will produce a portfolio of artwork that shows a competence and understanding of the elements and principles of design. The students will analyze visual structures and functions of art, as well as develop artistic skills and understanding of technical applications. Various art tools will include but not be limited to the computer. DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY, ADVANCED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: By audition COURSE CONTENT: Students develop grace, flexibility, muscle tone, and cardiovascular fitness through creative expression using a variety of dance forms. Instruction includes the utilization of body isolation movements, jazz, ethnic, and/or modern dance forms with contemporary,

jazz or rock music. Students participate in various performances. DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Introduction to Media or Teacher Approval. COURSE CONTENT: (KORTV) Students will use the tools and techniques of video production typically encountered by professionals involved with industrial video, cable television and broadcast television. Areas of production include the use of camera, audio equipment, lighting, set design and direction. DRAMA BEGINNING UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: This Drama 1 course covers the basic skills of dramatic language and action. Emphasis is placed on group cooperation, interaction, and the development of poise and self-confidence in the individual. The student studies basic terminology, pantomime, improvisation, theatre games, oral interpretation, stage movement, and voice and diction in preparation for the performance of scenes. This elective course fulfills the fine arts or the semester communication requirement for graduation. DRAMA INTERMEDIATE UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITES: Completion of Drama 1 COURSE CONTENT: Students apply the skills learned in Drama 1 and subsequent levels of Drama 2-8. The course includes the performance of theatre exercises, monologues, scenes, and/or one act plays. It introduces the fundamentals of play direction, plot, and character analysis. Increased opportunity for group work will be provided. Development of an understanding and appreciation of good dramatic literature and of the fundamentals of dramatic criticism is emphasized. Each semester of attendance builds on the previous semester’s activities and individualized non-repetitive learning experiences. THEATER PRODUCTION UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: Completion of Drama 1, 2 and audition or consent of instructor. COURSE CONTENT: The major emphasis of this class is the presentation of a full length play and/or one act and/or scenes, for public performance. Basic skills such as play analysis, character analysis, voice and body usage, pantomime, role playing, improvisation, stage vocabulary,

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creative dramatics, and stage techniques may be incorporated into this course. Also, play production skills such as directing, costuming, makeup, set design, properties, publicity, and business management will be introduced. MARIACHI – BEGINNING, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Students will learn the history of Mexican Mariachi music, the vocabulary and pronunciation of various styles of mariachi music, names of instruments such as vihuela, guitarron, and the part each one plays in the performance of various mariachi styles. Each student will perform on his chosen instrument: the violin, trumpet, armonia and/or voice in the various song types including the son, polka, waltz, ranchera, bolero, cumbia, paso doble, corrido, and huapango. Instruction will include advanced ensemble rehearsal and performance techniques. Individual study/home practice as well as public performances in the community are expected as part of the evaluation process. ORCHESTRA STRINGS – BEGINNING AND ADVANCED UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Students will be introduced to the study of instrumental music as they learn standard performance practices on traditional orchestral string instruments. Areas of instruction will include instrument care, techniques and fundamentals of musicianship, tone production, proper posture, and music literacy (reading and writing music). PHOTOGRAPHY - BEGINNING AND ADVANCED 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “F” visual/performing art requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system PREREQUISITE: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Students will be given a basic introduction to the creative and technical world of photography. Students will receive necessary information about camera types and functions, different films, darkroom chemistry, equipment and materials. Students will receive “hands-on” experiences learning camera operation, film handling, dark room techniques and procedures, as tools for creating black and white photographs.

ADDITIONAL COURSES ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB) LEADERSHIP UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A

PREREQUISITES: Election or appointment to a student body office and/ or teacher recommendation. COURSE CONTENT: Students learn and apply the democratic process, parliamentary procedure, and Robert’s Rules of order. Students experience a variety of wholesome service, business, cultural, and social activities as well as a wide range of co-curricular experiences, which prepare students for adult participation in society. Students practice democratic processes and procedures in a realistic situation while emphasizing the development of individual abilities, skills and values, which will carry over into adult citizenship roles. Students also are an integral part of budgeting & marketing on campus finances in support of school athletic & activities programs.

ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A GRADE LEVEL: 9, 10 PREREQUISITES: Recommendation of the AVID teacher based on grades and standardized test scores. Student needs to be enrolled in a college preparatory mathematics and/or Language Arts Course. COURSE CONTENT: In AVID 1 and 2, students will sharpen and refine attitudes, skills, and knowledge to successfully enter and complete an academic program at the next higher level of education. Students will learn and apply study skills and learning strategies to improve performance in the content areas. Note taking, outlining, writing, speaking, reading, test strategies, and self-awareness are stressed. AVID SENIOR SEMINAR UC/CSU/COLLEGE: Fulfills the “G” elective requirement for admission to the UC/CSU system GRADE LEVEL: 11, 12 PREREQUISITES: Satisfactory completion of AVID 1 and 2. Student needs to be enrolled in at least one rigorous course of Honors and/or Advanced Placement class. COURSE CONTENT: Students will culminate their years in AVID with the activities in the Senior Seminar. They will be involved in perfecting the skills they have been practicing in the areas of analytical writing, preparation for college entrance and placement exams, college study skills and test taking, note taking, and research. In general, they will polish skills learned in previous years of AVID to the degree necessary for success at a four-year university. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITE: N/A COURSE CONTENT: This is an introductory word processing class for computer keyboarding and document processing. The first part of the class covers the mastery of alphabetic, alphanumeric, and symbol

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keyboarding techniques. In the second part of the class, the students learn to use the features of Microsoft Word and to process documents while they are continuing to build their keyboarding capabilities. With completion of Computer Applications 1 & 2, students are eligible to complete the Computer Certification Multimedia exam with the adult school program to gain Microsoft Office Certification. COMPUTER ART ADVANCED 1 & 2 UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Computer Art 1 & 2 COURSE CONTENT: Students will produce a portfolio of artwork that shows a competence and understanding of the elements and principles of design. The students will analyze visual structures and functions of art, as well as develop artistic skills and understanding of technical applications. Various art tools will include but not be limited to the computer. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Algebra 1 or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 or instructor permission COURSE CONTENT: This course is designed to provide the student with the analytical and logic skills to understand and apply computational logic and processes to the understanding and use of basic programming (using Alice) and the ability to explain the logic behind basic sequencing of functions in programs such as Excel. The emphasis in this course is the ability of the student to understand the logic behind the actions of the computer, the analytical skills to be able to explain the logic or the errors in the logic, and the communication skills to explain the logic to peers and instructors. This course is rigorous and rich in computational content, and includes computational and critical thinking and skills, while engaging students in the creative aspects of the field. INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: N/A COURSE CONTENT: Introduction to Media is a year-long elective course that offers a behind-the-scenes look at newspapers, magazines, film, radio & television. Media plays a major role in society and culture. Students will learn to write for print and broadcast as well as learn to edit video footage into news packages. JOURNALISM-YEARBOOK UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITE: Teacher approval/interview and/or successful completion of beginning journalism (Intro to Media), Art, Computer Art, Photography or Web Design. COURSE CONTENT: Students in this course produces the school’s annual yearbook. In this course, students

develop skills in layout design, copy writing, photography, and photo cropping. In addition, major emphasis is placed on gaining computer expertise for both word processing and page design. Students develop skills to work cooperatively to meet deadlines. NEWSPAPER UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval and/or successful completion of beginning journalism (Intro to Media). COURSE CONTENT: Students will learn how to successfully produce a high school newspaper. Students will learn how to write stories for publication. Depending on their position of the newspaper staff, students will also learn how to use computer word processing and page layout skills, computer graphics, proofing, paste-up, headline writing, cartooning and photography. PEER MEDIATION UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITE: N/A COURSE CONTENT: This course provides students with opportunities to learn more about themselves by helping others and to develop the skills necessary to become effective leaders in their school and community. In peer counseling, verbal interaction is the primary learning technique supported by other instruction components. Through individual sharing, discussions, and a variety of cooperative pursuits, students systematically acquire more awareness, responsibility, self-confidence, communication, challenges and leadership skills. STUDENT AIDE UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITE: Grades 11-12. Students must have good attendance, GPA of 3.0 or above, and good citizenship. COURSE CONTENT: Students will develop and refine work-related attitudes, skills, and knowledge useful in many entry-level jobs. Students work cooperatively with a teacher, a counselor, administrator, clerical staff member, or other adult supervisor to plan, organize, and complete assigned duties and tasks related to an assigned workstation. WEB DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT UC/CSU/COLLEGE: N/A PREREQUISITE: Keyboarding or Introduction to Computer Applications COURSE CONTENT: One of the most rapidly growing career areas in today’s world is in the area of Web Publishing and Multimedia for Business. In order for business students to be completely knowledgeable in the understanding of business practices, it is important for students to know and understand how to use multimedia and the internet in order to combine business practices, the use of technology, and the internet.

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Otay Ranch High School 1250 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91913

Office: (619)5915000 FAX (619) 591-5010

9TH Grade Registration Form (2013-2014)

(Please Print)

Last Name: First Name: MI:

Student ID# Parent e-mail and Phone:

REQUIRED COURSES: (To be completed by your counselor.)

English Social Science Mathematics Physical Education

91136 English 9 94322 World Geography 92604 Algebra 93576 P.E. High School Course I

91389 English 9 AC 94315 World Geography AC DL 92612 Extended Algebra 1 93579 P.E. Adapted

91459 ELD 1-2 H 1 94399 World History AC 92614 Extended Algebra 2

91460 ELD 1-2 H 2 94451 Administration of Justice 92630 Formal Geometry Support Classes

91463 ELD 3-4 H 1 94010 Comp Health 92691 Formal Geometry AC 91442 READ 180 Support

91464 ELD 3-4 H 2 98590 World Geography Fund 92644 Intermediate Algebra 91717 English 9 Support

91467 ELD 5-6 H 1 98635 Comp Health Fund 92693 Intermediate Alg. AC 92624 Algebra Support

91468 ELD 5-6 H 2 94332 World Geography BI 92606 Algebra BI 92761 Formal Geometry Support

91471 ELD 7/8 H 1 Science 92616 Extended Alg. 1 BI 92742 Intermediate Alg. Support

91818 English Intensive 92105 Biology 92618 Extended Alg. 2 BI 98626 Study Skills Concepts

98728 READ 180 Fund 92681 Biology AC 92632 Formal Geometry BI 98754 READ 180 Fund Supp.

92106 Biology BI 92646 Intermediate Alg. BI

Rank your choices from 1-5 in order of preference, # 1 being your first choice. Underlined courses have prerequisites.

World Language Visual / Performing Art Electives

91244 Filipino 1-2 90047 Art Beginning 95235 AVID 9/10

91246 Filipino 3-4 90051 Art Advanced 93188 Computer Applications 1

91248 Filipino 5-6 90311 Band Cadet (+ 7th

) 93189 Computer Applications 2

91203 French 1-2 90418 Choir Mixed 92918 Intro to Computer Science

91205 French 3-4 90419 Choir Mixed Advanced 95202 Intro to Media

91207 French 5-6 90174 Computer Art 94437 Peer Mediation Intro

91331 Japanese 1-2 90499 Digital Media Production KORTV 97243 ROP Intro to Engineering 1

91333 Japanese 3-4 90441 Drama Beginning 97244 ROP Intro to Engineering 2

91357 Japanese 5-6 90442 Drama Intermediate 97293 ROP Criminal Justice Career

91224 Spanish 1-2 90189 Folklorico Dance Beginning 97294 ROP Criminal Justice Career

91226 Spanish 3-4 90478 Marching Band (7th

period) 93187 Web Design Development

91228 Spanish 5-6 90437 Mariachi Music Beginning

91230 Spanish 7-8 90424 Percussion Ensemble (+ 7th

)

91256 Spanish Speakers 1-2 90434 Strings Orchestra Beginning

91258 Spanish Speakers 3-4 90443 Theater Production

91260 Spanish Speakers 5-6

91272 AP Spanish Language

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2013- 2014 BELL SCHEDULES FULL MENU

PERIOD START END

1 7:30 8:29

2 8:36 9:35

NUTRITION BREAK 9:35 9:45

3 9:52 10:51

4 10:58 11:58

LUNCH 11:58 12:28

5 12:35 1:34

6 1:41 2:40

BLOCK DAY

PERIOD START END

BLOCK A 7:30 9:16

NUTRITION BREAK 9:16 9:26

BLOCK B 9:33 11:19

ELP 11:26 12:10

LUNCH 12:17 12:47

BLOCK C 12:54 2:40

PRO-HOUR

PERIOD START END

1 7:30 8:18

2 8:25 9:13

NUTRITION BREAK 9:13 9:23

3 9:30 10:19

4 10:26 11:14

LUNCH 11:14 11:44

5 11:51 12:39

6 12:46 1:35

PRO-HOUR 1:35 2:40

MINIMUM DAY

PERIOD START END

1 7:30 8:10

2 8:17 8:57

3 9:04 9:44

NUTRITION BREAK 9:44 9:54

4 10:01 10:41

5 10:48 11:28

6 11:35 12:15

LUNCH 12:15 12:45

ADVISORY

PERIOD START END

ADVISORY 7:30 7:42

1 7:49 8:45

2 8:52 9:48

NUTRITION BREAK 9:48 9:58

3 10:05 11:01

4 11:08 12:04

LUNCH 12:04 12:34

5 12:41 1:37

6 1:44 2:40

FINAL EXAM

PERIOD START END

BLOCK A 7:30 9:30

LUNCH 9:37 10:07

BLOCK B 10:14 12:14

ALL SCHEDULES REFLECT DUTY TIME OF 7:25 TO 2:40

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