ARVADA WEST HIGH SCHOOL Curriculum guide 2017-2018 COUNSELORS Mrs. Erin Ballweg (Pearson) Mrs. Annamae Boots Mrs. Christyn Keyler Mrs. Lisa Ragon Mrs. Alyssa Stanton Ms. Stacia Taves ASSISTANT PRINCPALS Mr. Shawn Collins Mr. Mike Mulvaney Mrs. Deb Pearce Mrs. Geree Santarelli Mr. Casey Coons—Dean of Students PRINCIPAL Dr. Rob Bishop Home of the Wildcats
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ARVADA WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Curriculum guide 2017-2018
COUNSELORS
Mrs. Erin Ballweg (Pearson)
Mrs. Annamae Boots
Mrs. Christyn Keyler
Mrs. Lisa Ragon
Mrs. Alyssa Stanton
Ms. Stacia Taves
ASSISTANT PRINCPALS Mr. Shawn Collins
Mr. Mike Mulvaney
Mrs. Deb Pearce
Mrs. Geree Santarelli
Mr. Casey Coons—Dean of Students
PRINCIPAL Dr. Rob Bishop
Home of the Wildcats
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ARVADA WEST HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
The Arvada West community is committed to
maximizing student potential; we prepare all
students to think critically and interact
responsibly in a diverse and changing world.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MISSION STATEMENT………………………………………………………. 1
INFORMATION………………………………………………………………... 3-10
WARREN TECH (see counselor for additional information)...……………... 11
ATHLETICS……………………………………………………………………. 12
NCAA and NAIA……………………………………………………… 13
COURSES AT A GLANCE……………………………………………………. 14
DEPARTMENT COURSES ART……………………………………………………………………………… 15-20
BUSINESS………………………………………………………………………. 21-22
COMPUTER SCIENCE……………………………………………………….. 23-24
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS……………………………………………….. 25-30
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES……………………………………….. 31-36
MATH…………………………………………………………………………… 37-43
MUSIC…………………………………………………………………………... 44-48
PHYSICAL EDUCATION…………………………………………………….. 49-53
SCIENCE………………………………………………………………………... 54-63
AGRICULTURE……………………………………………………… 64-66
SOCIAL STUDIES……………………………………………………………... 67-73
SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES…………………………………………. 74
TECHNICAL EDUCATION…………………………………………………... 75-76
WORLD LANGUAGE…………………………………………………………. 77-82
SPECIAL PROGRAMS………………………………………………………... 83-85
PLANNING YOUR ACADEMIC/CAREER PATH
Know and understand the PREREQUISITES AND REQUIREMENTS for courses you wish to
take, including whether special approval is required.
Before selecting a subject, check the course description with a teacher to be sure it fits your
needs, interests, abilities, and career goals.
See your counselor if questions arise about college entrance requirements or vocational
information.
Be prepared to register for several alternatives, as availability of classes vary from year to year.
Consult with your parents.
WARRENTECH INFORMATION - Refer to page 11. See your counselor for
more information.
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REGISTRATION GUIDE
This guide has been compiled for you and your parents to use in planning your academic/career path at
Arvada West. It is important to review your vocational and educational goals periodically with your
parents and your counselor. Although these resources will assist you in the development of a program of
study, the final decision should be made by you.
CLASS LOAD Freshmen must take seven classes including a study hall, sophomores and juniors must take six
classes, and seniors must take a minimum of five classes, of which four are required to be core content
classes per semester (see below), scheduled consecutively.
Per District Policy IKF-R - Core Content includes: English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
World Languages
Advanced Placement classes in the arts and electives
Post-secondary options
One half-day WarrenTech programs (two of four core classes)
Concurrent enrollment programs
SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT POLICY Since all classes were created based upon student request, the following will apply to all schedule change
requests. Changes will be made for the following reasons only:
The school made a mistake.
The student has already received credit in the course.
The student has not completed the prerequisite for the course.
A senior needs a specific class to graduate.
A student’s schedule is incomplete.
NO SCHEDULE CHANGES WILL BE MADE TO ACCOMMODATE
A STUDENT’S WORK SCHEDULE.
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 2021
Beginning with the graduating class of 2021 (8th graders in 2016-2017), students will be required to meet or
exceed the following graduation requirements to receive a diploma from Jefferson County Public Schools
*(A minimum of Algebra 1, Geometry and one additional course at or above Geometry)
** (Three credits of laboratory classes in science that meet both process and content standards are required) *** (Including history, geography, civics, and economics)
English Math
Accuplacer 62 61
ACT 18 19
ACT Work Keys Bronze Bronze
Advanced Placement
(AP)
2 2
ASVAB 31 31
Concurrent Enrollment Passing Grade Passing Grade
International
Baccalaureate (IB)
4 4
SAT 430 460
District Capstone Individualized Individualized
Industry Certificate Individualized Individualized
Healthcare & Medical Sciences (2 semesters) Direct patient care, medical terminology, CNA option (Seniors Only), Medical Office Technology, Pathophysiology (diseases).
Cosmetology: Hairstyling (All Day 2 sem.; 1/2 day 4 sem.)
Hair styling/cut/color/texture, working salon/clients, internships.
Additional hours required in June.
Precision Machining Tech (2-4 sem.)
Blueprint reading, computer aided machining and design, 2D and 3D precision parts.
Advanced Healthcare & Medical Sciences (2 semesters) Pre-req: Healthcare and Medical Sciences I, supplemental application, essay, instructor recommendation, student & parent orientation. Direct patient care, Human Growth & Development, Law & Ethics.
Cosmetology: Nail Technology (2 sem.)
Spa techniques in manicure/pedicure, artificial nail enhancements, high demand field. Additional hours required in June.
S²TEM:X-TREME Engineering(2-4 sem.)
Architectural/engineering drafting, sustainable energy, green design & build.
Sports Medicine (2 semesters)
Prevention/treatment/rehab of sports injuries, taping and wrapping of injuries, patient care.
Culinary Arts (2-3 semesters)
Classical and modern cuisine, full service restaurant and kitchen, baking and pastry preparation.
TV/Video Production (2-4 semesters)
Professional demo reel, green screen TV studio, script writing.
Cybersecurity (2 - 4 semesters)
Pre-req: Algebra 1 “C” or better, Technical detailed reading
Warren Tech 2017-2018 The Career and Technical High School for Jeffco Public Schools, offers an active learning environment and is the springboard to a multitude of careers and post-secondary education options. Students interested in gaining a competitive edge in the job market or in preparing for higher education can enroll in a variety of programs. Coursework qualifies as “academic electives” under CCHE guidelines. Some programs carry core
academic credit. Students earn high school credit in all courses and core academic credit in most courses. Students can earn Red Rocks Community College credit in many courses as well. Grade level: 16 years or older - must be in at least the third year of high school. Prerequisite: By application - see your counselor. Fee: Varies Credit: 1.5 per semester - see WARRENTECH information guide for details at www.warrentech.org
For students interested in interscholastic athletic competition, Arvada West has an extensive program
outside of the regular physical education courses. Research supports athletic programs in public schools
by providing a direct correlation between physical fitness and development of the mind.
Arvada West provides an opportunity for students to participate in active competition in a variety of
individual and team sports, including the following:
FALL WINTER SPRING
Cross Country Boys/Girls Basketball Boys/Girls Baseball
Football Wrestling Track Boys/Girls
Tennis Boys Swimming Girls Swimming Boys
Golf Boys Golf Girls
Soccer Boys Soccer Girls
Softball Girls Tennis Girls
Volleyball Girls
Gymnastics Girls
IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?
PATHS TO CONSIDER:
Enter Workforce
Directly After High
School.
Military Service Two Year Colleges
Four Year
Institution and
Beyond.
Vocational Schools
The Counseling Department has established a Post Graduate/Career center which
houses information regarding scholarships, colleges, and careers. The counselors
and parent volunteers are happy to help you explore various options.
Scholarship Process—If you are seeking scholarships, you must begin the search
early in your senior year to determine what is available,
how to apply and which criteria you must follow.
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NCAA ATHLETIC ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY DIVISION I DIVISION II If you enroll in a Division I college and want to If you enroll in a Division II college and want to
participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship
during your first year, you must: during your first year, you must:
Graduate from high school; ● Graduate from high school;
Complete these 16 core courses; ● Complete these 16 core courses;
4 years o English 3 years of English
3 years of math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of math (Algebra I or higher)
2 years of natural or physical science (including on year of lab 2 years of natural or physical science (including one year of
science if offered by your high school) lab science if offered by your high school)
1 additional year of English, math or natural or physical science 3 additional years of English, math or natural or physical science
2 years of social science 2 years of social science
4 years of extra core courses (from any category above, or 4 years of extra core courses (from any category above, or
foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy) foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)
Earn a minimum required grade-point average in your core ● Earn a 2.000 grade-point average or better in your core
courses; and courses; and
Earn a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches your core- ● Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.
course grade-point average on the sliding scale (e.g., a 2.400 There is no sliding scale in Division II for students
core-course grade-point average requires a minimum 860 enrolling prior to August 1, 2018
combined SAT score) or a 71 ACT sum score
IMPORTANT CHANGES:
Division I GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice on or after August 1, 2016 is 2.000
Division I GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2016 is 2.300
Beginning August 1, 2016, NCAA Division I will require 10 core courses to be completed prior to the seventh semester
(seven of the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution
requirements above). These 10 courses become “locked in” at the start of the seventh semester and cannot be retaken for
grade improvement.
Students Enrolling on or After August 1, 2018: College-bound student athletes first entering a Division II college or
university on or after August 1, 2018, will need to meet new academic requirements in order to receive athletics aid
(scholarship), practice or compete during their first year of full-time enrollment. Qualifier must:
Complete 16 core courses (same distribution as current requirements);
Meet the sliding scale of core-course grade-point average (minimum 2,200) and SAT/ACT sum
When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are
reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.
For questions, please see your counselor or visit http://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/
NAIA ATHLETIC ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY Beginning in the fall of 2010, students that wish to participate in athletics at a NAIA member institution will need to be certified
by the NAIA Eligibility Center in order to qualify academically and be cleared as an eligible student-athlete for competition
beginning in 2011.
Entering Freshman Eligibility Rules
Be a graduate of an accredited high school or be accepted as a regular student in good standing as defined by the enrolling
institution and
Meet two of the three following requirements:
Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 860 on the SAT.
Achieve a minimum overall high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Graduate in the top half of your high school class.
Additional information regarding the NAIA Eligibility Center registration process can be found at http://www.playnaia.org/
Prerequisite: Drawing/Painting Advanced with at least a grade of C
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Painting-Studio offers students the opportunity to create a professional body of work that reflects their
personal style and talent. Students are often encouraged to display their work publicly. This course
includes all 2D medium.
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JEWELRY 05166G05012
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Jewelry courses apply art and design principles to the creation of jewelry. Typically, students explore
using various media, such as ceramic, papier-mâché, glass, plastic, copper-enameled, brass, and silver.
Course topics include exposure to jewelry of diverse world cultures and the history of jewelry design.
Some jewelry courses may concentrate on metalwork processes such as brazing, soldering, casting,
welding, riveting, and finishing as they relate to the creation of jewelry. This is a career & technical
education course.
JEWELRY INTERMEDIATE 05166G05022
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry with at least a grade of C
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course.
Jewelry-Intermediate will allow students who completed Beginning Jewelry to expand their skills. Students will explore new techniques while focusing on observation and compositional elements. Contemporary trends in jewelry will be integrated within this course to enrich student knowledge and awareness. This is a career & technical education course.
JEWELRY ADVANCED 05166E05012 or 05166E05022
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Pass Jewelry Intermediate with at least a grade of C
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Jewelry-Advanced is designed to provide the student with a more in-depth approach to jewelry design work. Students will explore a wide range of media while strengthening their skills, focusing on a high level of expressiveness. Students will analyze their own work as well as study the merits and meanings of contemporary and historical works of art. This is a career & technical education course.
CERAMICS/POTTERY 05159G05012
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Ceramics/Pottery covers the same topics as Creative Art Comprehensive, but focuses on creating three-dimensional works out of clay and ceramic material. Particular attention is paid to the characteristics of the raw materials, their transformation under heat, and the various methods used to create and finish objects. This course is a prerequisite for Intermediate Ceramics.
Auditions for next year's choirs (2017-2018) will be held in the Spring. Until then:
Males who have not auditioned should register for Chorus-Men
Females who have not auditioned should register for Chorus-Women.
Auditions for select choirs will be early in the spring semester.
PRESENT 8th GRADE GIRLS: Register for Chorus-Women
PRESENT 8th GRADE BOYS: Register for Chorus-Men
CHORUS-WOMEN 05110G05036 & 05110G05046
Credit: .500 (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Chorus-Women provides the opportunity to sing a variety of choral literature for women’s voices and is
designed to develop vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts.
CHORUS-WOMEN ADVANCED 05110E05034 & 05110E05044
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Audition* and one year of another choir
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Chorus-Women Advanced provides the opportunity to sing an advanced variety of choral literature for
women’s voices and is designed to develop more advanced vocal techniques.
VOCAL ENSEMBLE-WOMEN 05111G05036 & 05111G05046
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Audition* only
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Vocal Ensemble-Women is intended to develop women’s vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts in
small ensemble or madrigal groups. Course goals may include the development of solo singing ability
and may emphasize one or several ensemble literature styles.
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VOCAL ENSEMBLE-CONCERT 05111G05056 & 05111G05066
Credit: .500 per semester. (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Audition* and 1 semester of another choir
Women: 10,11,12 / Men: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Vocal Ensemble-Concert is intended to develop vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts in a concert
choir. Course goals may include the development of solo singing ability and will emphasize various
ensemble literature styles.
VOCAL ENSEMBLE– SELECT 05111E05012 & 05111E05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Audition* and one year of another choir
11,12
Fee associated with course
Vocal Ensemble-Select is intended to develop advanced vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts in
ensemble or madrigal groups. Course goals may include the development of solo singing ability and may
emphasize various ensemble literature styles.
CHORUS - MEN 05110G05016 & 05110G05026
Credit: .500 per semester. (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: None
9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Chorus-Men provides the opportunity to sing a variety of choral literature for men’s voices and is
designed to develop vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts.
VARSITY MEN’S CHORUS
Credit: None
Full Year Course (only if there are 60+ men in the whole choir department)
Prerequisite: Audition*
9,10,11,12
No Fee associated with this activity
Varsity Men’s Chorus is offered as an extracurricular choir (much like a play or club) that meets outside
the school day. It is a highly select group of 40 male singers who sing for the fun of it. All styles of music
are performed from classical to pop. Because it is extracurricular, no credit is offered. Auditions are held
in the fall. See the choir director at the beginning of school if you are interested.
*The audition will consist of vocal range/quality/and control, tonal/rhythmic memory and
music reading.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students are required to successfully complete .500 credit of Physical Education to graduate from the
Jefferson County Public Schools. However, students are encouraged to take more than one class and will
receive elective credit for every class that they successfully complete.
Students are required to purchase an Arvada West PE uniform and a lock with the exception of the
bowling classes.
TEAM SPORTS classes will combine with weight training and conditioning if facilities dictate the
need.
LIFETIME FITNESS 08016G05034
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9 (Required Course)
Fees associated with course Lifetime Fitness has two components; classroom learning as well as exercise geared for lifetime physical
fitness. In the classroom, students acquire the skills, habits and knowledge necessary for lifelong fitness.
Topics include the Physical Activity Pyramid, principles of physical fitness and self-management skills.
During the exercise component, students will engage in regular physical activity, as well as create and
carry out a personalized fitness plan.
TEAM SPORTS (TOUCH FOOTBALL) 08002G05018
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
TEAM SPORTS (BASKETBALL) 08002G05038
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
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TEAM SPORTS (VOLLEYBALL) 08002G05048
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
TEAM SPORTS (SOCCER) 08002G05058
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
TEAM SPORTS (ADVANCED VOLLEYBALL) 08002G05068
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Grade: 10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
RECREATION SPORTS (BOWLING) 08004G05014
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Must provide your own transportation to and from the Western Bowl
Grade: 11,12
Fee associated with course
Recreation Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop
skills in more than one recreational sport or outdoor pursuit (such as adventure activities, croquet, Frisbee,
wall climbing, bocce ball, fishing, hiking, cycling, and so on).
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LIFETIME FITNESS EDUCATION 08016G05014
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Lifetime Fitness has two components; classroom learning as well as exercise geared for lifetime physical
fitness. In the classroom, students acquire the skills, habits and knowledge necessary for lifelong fitness.
Topics include the Physical Activity Pyramid, principles of physical fitness and self-management skills.
During the exercise component, students will engage in regular physical activity, as well as create and
carry out a personalized fitness plan.
DANCE TECHNIQUE 05001G05012
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Dance Technique courses provide students with experience in one or several dance forms (i.e., modern,
jazz, ballet, and tap). Basic techniques and performance styles are introduced. This class has one
required after school dance practice and a night performance.
DANCE TECHNIQUE INTER 05001G05022 Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Dance Technique or Teacher Approval
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Dance Technique Intermediate provides instruction for students who want to continue to build on the
foundations developed in the basic Dance Technique course. This class has one required after school
dance practice and a night performance.
DANCE TECHNIQUE ADV (POMS/CHEER) 05001E05011
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Dance Technique Adv. provides opportunities for student collaboration in performance dance groups to develop and perform dance routines. Students will concentrate on improving technique and may offer or require experience in choreography and dance evaluation.
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TEAM SPORTS (ALL SPORTS) 08002G05078
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Team Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop skills
in more than one team sport (such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, and so on).
WEIGHT TRAINING 08009G05016
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Weight Training helps students develop knowledge and skills with free weights and universal stations
while emphasizing safety and proper body positioning; they may include other components such as
anatomy and conditioning.
SPECIFIC SPORTS ACTIVITIES (FOOTBALL) 08013G05014 (Grades 10,11,12 only)
Credit: .500 08013G05024 (Grades 9,10,11 only)
Fall Semester-Grade: 10,11,12 (no freshmen)
Spring Semester-Grade: 9,10,11 (no seniors)
Prerequisite: Football Player
Fees associated with course
Specific Sports Activities helps students develop knowledge, experience, and skills in football.
SPECIFIC SPORTS ACTIVITIES (ALL SPORTS) 08013G05034 (1st Sem Only)
Credit: .500 08013G05044 (2nd Sem Only)
Semester Course
Prerequisite: High School Athlete at Arvada West
Grades: 9,10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Specific Sports Activities helps students develop knowledge, experience, and skill in a single sport or
activity (such as basketball, volley, track and field, and so on). We will monitor, guide and implement
training programs for your individual sport both in season and out of season.
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GYMNASTICS 08008G05012
Credit: .500
Fall Semester Course Only
Prerequisite: High School Gymnast at Arvada West/Teacher Approval
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Fees associated with course
Gymnastics is designed to help students develop knowledge and skills in gymnastics, stunts, and tumbling
while emphasizing safety. Floor gymnastics may be supplemented by the use of gymnastic equipment
such as balance beam, uneven bars, parallel bars, rings, and so on. Gymnastic courses may include other
components such as the history of gymnastics and conditioning.
Prerequisite: Must provide your own transportation to and from APEX
Grades: 10,11,12
Fees associated with course—uniform and lock, plus APEX (TBA)
Individual/Dual Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to
expand their skills in more than one individual or dual sport (such as tennis, pickle ball, badminton,
racquetball, and so on).
RECREATION SPORTS (GOLF) 08004G05024
Credit: .500
Fall Semester Course Only
Prerequisite: Must provide your own transportation to and from the golf course.
Grade: 11,12
Fees associated with course
Recreation Sports courses provide students with knowledge, experience, and an opportunity to develop
skills in a recreational sport.
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SCIENCE CURRICULUM
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Course Credits
Grade Level Prerequisites/Suggested Skills Related Information
9 10 11 12
Earth Science
Earth Science 1 X
Basic understanding of science skills suggested.
Honors Earth Science 1 X
Strong understanding of algebra and science suggested.
This course is fast paced and puts more responsibility on the student and
student driven learning.
Life Sciences
Biology 1 X X
Basic understanding of algebra and science suggested.
Honors Biology 1 X X
Strong understanding of algebra and science suggested.
8th grade teacher recommendation required to take in 9
th grade.
This course is fast paced and puts more responsibility on the student and
student driven learning.
AP Biology 1
X X X Completion of Biology or Honors Biology.
This course is fast paced and is designed to mimic a first year college course. It is strongly suggested that
students have taken or are enrolled in a Chemistry class.
Marine Biology 1
X X Completion of Biology or Honors Biology. Limited space, seniors will have priority.
This course includes many dissections and puts the responsibility on students for maintaining a saltwater aquarium.
Anatomy and Physiology 1
X X Completion of Biology or Honors Biology. This is a college prep course. Strong understanding of biology concepts
suggested.
Physical Sciences
Chemistry 1
X X X Strong understanding of Algebra concepts
suggested.
Honors Chemistry 1
X X X Successful completion of Algebra I. This course is fast paced and puts
more responsibility on the student and student driven learning.
AP Chemistry 1
X X Completion of Chemistry or Honors Chemistry. This course is fast paced and is
designed to mimic a first year college course.
Physics 1
X X X
Strong understanding of geometry. Strongly suggested that students have taken or are
enrolled in an Algebra II/Trig course.
AP Physics 1 1
X X X Completion of Algebra I and Geometry.
This course is a first year physics course that is fast paced and is
designed to mimic the first semester of a first year college course.
AP Physics 2 1
X X Completion of Algebra II and AP Physics I.
This course is a second year physics course that is fast paced and is designed to mimic the second
semester of a first year college course.
CTE: Career Technology Education Pathway
Energy Industry Fundamentals
1 X X X Basic understanding of science skills suggested.
Electricity/Electronics 1 X X Completion of Energy Industry Fundamentals (or
concurrent registration).
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Science Electives
Environmental Science 1
X X
Basic understanding of science skills suggested. Students should have completed
or be concurrently enrolled in Biology or Honors Biology.
AP Environmental Science
1
X X X Basic understanding of science skills
suggested.
This course is fast paced and is designed to mimic a first year environmental science college
course.
Astronomy 0.5
X X X Completion of Earth Science or Honors Earth
Science.
Geology 0.5
X X Completion of Earth Science or Honors Earth
Science.
Science Seminar: Field Geology Honors
0.5
X X Completion of Geology.
Scientific Research and Design
1
X X Basic understanding of science skills
suggested.
While students are fully encouraged to take this as a full-year course,
students do have the option to take either the 1st or 2nd semester independently for 0.5 credit.
Updated January, 2017
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SCIENCE
N= NCAA Core Courses
EARTH SCIENCE - N 03001G05012 & 03001G05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Basic understanding of basic science skills.
Grade: 9
Earth Science offers insight into the environment on earth and the earth’s environment in space. While
presenting the concepts and principles essential to students’ understanding of the dynamics and history of
the earth, these courses usually explore oceanography, geology, astronomy, meteorology, and geography.
EARTH SCIENCE HONORS - N 03001H05012 & 03001H05022 Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year) Full Year Course Suggested Skills/Expectations: Strong understanding of basic algebra and science. This course is fast paced and puts more responsibility on the student and student driven learning. Grade: 9 Earth Science offers insight in to the environment on earth and the earth’s environment in space. While presenting the concepts and principles essential to students’ understanding of the dynamics and history of the earth, these courses usually explore oceanography, geology, astronomy, meteorology, and geography. The honors course prepares students for advanced course work and engages students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course.
BIOLOGY - N 03051G05012 & 03051G05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite for 9th Grade Only: Must have teacher approval
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Understanding of basic algebra and science skills.
Grade: 9,10
Biology is designed to provide information regarding the fundamental concepts of life and life processes.
These courses include (but are not restricted to) such topics as cell structure and function, general plant
and animal physiology, genetics, and taxonomy.
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BIOLOGY HONORS - N 03051H05012 & 03051H05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite for 9th Grade Only: Must have teacher approval
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Strong understanding of algebra and science skills. This course is fast
paced and puts more responsibility on the student and student driven learning.
Grade: 9,10
Biology is designed to provide information regarding the fundamental concepts of life and life processes.
These courses include (but are not restricted to) such topics as cell structure and function, general plant
and animal physiology, genetics, and taxonomy. The honors course prepares students for advanced course
work and engages students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and
acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more
complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are
cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving,
investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course.
AP BIOLOGY - N 03056H05012 & 03056H05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Biology (AP Biology is a second year Biology course)
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Strong understanding of biology concepts. This
course is fast paced and is designed to mimic a first year college course. It is
strongly suggested that students have taken or are enrolled in a Chemistry class.
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course, AP Exam
Adhering to the curricula recommended by the College Board and designed to parallel college level
introductory biology courses, AP Biology stresses basic facts and their synthesis into major biological
concepts and themes. These courses cover three general areas: molecules and cells (including biological
chemistry and energy transformation); genetics and evolution; and organisms and populations (i.e.,
taxonomy, plants, animals, and ecology). AP Biology courses include college-level laboratory
experiments.
MARINE BIOLOGY - N 03063G05012 & 03063G05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Earth Science, Biology
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Strong understanding of algebra and science skills. This course puts
responsibility on students for maintaining equipment and living specimens.
Grade: 11,12
Fee associated with course
A Marine Biology course is a laboratory-based exploration of the Oceans and the marine ecosystems
found in them. They explore the biology of the marine organisms, topography, chemistry, diversity and
resources found in the ocean. Students will be accepted to this class through an application that must be
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - N 03207H05012 & 03207H05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Suggested Skills/Expectations: This course is fast paced and is designed to
mimic a first year college course.
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course, AP Exam
AP Environmental Science is designed by the College Board to provide students with the scientific
principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world,
identify and analyze environmental problems (both natural and human made), evaluate the relative risks
associated with the problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.
Topics covered include science as a process, ecological processes and energy conversions, earth as an
interconnected system, the impact of humans on natural systems, cultural and societal contexts of
environmental problems, and the development of practices that will ensure sustainable systems. This
course will help show students how their everyday choices impact the environment and how they can
make choices that help improve the environment.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - N 03053G05012 & 03053G05022
Credit: .500 per semester (1 credit per year)
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Biology
Suggested Skills/Expectations: Strong understand of biology concepts. This course is a college prep
course.
Grade: 11,12
Fee associated with course
Usually taken after a comprehensive initial study of biology, Anatomy and Physiology presents the
human body and biological systems in more detail. In order to understand the structure of the human body
and its functions, students learn anatomical terminology, study cells and tissues, explore functional
systems (skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, nervous, and so on), and may
dissect mammals.
ASTRONOMY 03004G05012
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: Earth Science
Grade: 10,11,12
Fee associated with course
Astronomy offers students the opportunity to study the solar system, stars, galaxies, and interstellar bodies. These courses usually introduce and use astronomic instruments and typically explore theories regarding the origin and evolution of the universe, space, and time. Reliable internet access is required
the careers within the agricultural industry. This course serves as the introductory course into the Plant
Science Pathway. Classroom instruction will be reinforced by performance based hands-on labs/activities
whenever possible. Membership into the National FFA Organization is designed into this course and
participation is strongly encouraged as FFA is an intra-curricular part of instruction and many class
assignments and projects will coincide with FFA activities. All students enrolled in the course will also
have a Supervised Agricultural Experience program (SAE).
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SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM
9th Grade Required Courses
U.S. Government Comprehensive or U.S. Government Comprehensive Honors
World Geography or World Geography Honors
10th Grade
Required Courses
World History Overview or AP World History
11th Grade
Required Courses
Modern U.S. History or AP U.S. History
12th Grade
Required Courses
Economics or AP Macroeconomics
*** Please see the course description for any specific prerequisites***
SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
11th & 12th Grade Only (except * courses)
Psychology AP Psychology* (10,11,12) Particular Topics in Psychology AP Human Geography * (10,11,12) Sociology State Specific Studies AP European History (12th only) Philosophy AP U.S. Gov’t and Politics Contemporary U.S. Issues Particular Topics in U.S. History
*** Please see the course description for any specific prerequisites***
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Students applying for Honors/Advanced Placement classes must meet the following criteria:
1) Social Studies Teacher Approval
The Social Studies requirements for graduation include:
1. One semester of freshman Geography
2. One semester of freshman American Government
3. One full year or two semester units of American History
4. One full year or two semester units of World History
5. One semester unit of Basic Economics
N=NCAA Core Courses
WORLD GEOGRAPHY - N 04001G05011
Credit .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9
World Geography provides students with an overview of world geography, but may vary widely in the
topics they cover. Topics typically include the physical environment; the political landscape; the
relationship between people and the environment; economic development, the interdependence of regions;
and the movement of people, goods, and ideas. WORLD GEOGRAPHY HONORS - N 04001H05011
Credit .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9
World Geography provides students with an overview of world geography, but may vary widely in the
topics they cover. Topics typically include the physical environment; the political landscape; the
relationship between people and the environment; economic development, the interdependence of regions;
and the movement of people, goods, and ideas. The honors course prepares students for advanced course
work and engages students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and
acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more
complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are
cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving,
investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course.
U.S. GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE - N 04151G05011
Credit: .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9
U.S. Government—Comprehensive provides an overview of the structure and functions of the U.S.
government and political institutions and examine constitutional principles, the concepts of rights and
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responsibilities, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the importance of civic participation
in the democratic process. This course may examine the structure and function of state and local
governments and may cover certain economic and legal topics.
U.S. GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE-HONORS - N 04151H05011
Credit .500
Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 9
U.S. Government—Comprehensive provides an overview of the structure and functions of the U.S.
government and political institutions and examine constitutional principles, the concepts of rights and
responsibilities, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the importance of civic participation
in the democratic process. This course may examine the structure and function of state and local
governments and may cover certain economic and legal topics. The honors course prepares students for
advanced course work and engages students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through
sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought provoking learning activities, challenging assessments,
and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and
intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation,
problem-solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course.
WORLD HISTORY OVERVIEW - N 04051G05012 & 04051G05022
Credit .500 per semester
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Grade: 10
World History provides students with an overview of the history of human society from early civilization
to the contemporary period, examining political, economic, social, religious, military, scientific, and
cultural developments. World History may include geographical studies, but often these components are
not as explicitly taught as geography.
AP WORLD HISTORY - N 04057H05012 & 04057H05022
Credit .500 per semester
Full Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Grade: 10
Fee: AP Exam
Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level World History
courses, AP World History examines world history from 8000 BCE to the present with the aim of helping
students develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contracts and how
different human societies have interacted. This course highlights the nature of continuity and change over
time in an international context and explores cause and effect relationships. Must take AP Exam in