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COURSE SELECTION

GUIDE 301 N. ACACIA AVENUE, RIPON, CA 95366

MAIN OFFICE (209)599-4287

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CONTENTS

Course Selection Process ......................................................................................... 3

Graduation Requirements ....................................................................................... 4

College Bound Program .......................................................................................... 5

College Information ................................................................................................. 6

College A-G Requirements/RHS CP Course Offerings ....................................... 7

Agriculture Department .................................................................................... 8-11

Business Department ....................................................................................... 12-13

English Department ......................................................................................... 14-17

Foreign Language Department ............................................................................. 18

JROTC Department ........................................................................................ 19-20

Health & Home Economics ................................................................................... 21

Leadership Courses ............................................................................................... 22

Math Department ............................................................................................. 23-25

Physical Education Department ..................................................................... 26-27

Science Department ......................................................................................... 28-30

Social Science Department .............................................................................. 31-32

Visual & Performing Arts Department ......................................................... 33-34

Regional Occupational Programs ................................................................... 35-37

Non-Departmental Courses ............................................................................. 38-39


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This Course Catalog contains descriptions of classes that are identified un-

der departmental categories. Some departments include recommended

course selections to meet career choices within the area.

COURSE REQUEST & CLASS CHANGE PROCEDURES

During the spring of each year, students are given materials to ballot for classes .

This is an important process and all students should take it seriously. The year-long

courses students have selected on the Course Ballot Sheet should be classes that stu-

dents need to take in order to complete their four-year plans and meets Ripon High School’s

graduation requirements. At this time, selections should be reviewed by the student, parents,

and when necessary, teachers. The total number of students signed up for each course

becomes the basis for decisions in creating our master schedule.

After the master schedule is completed, those students with unavoidable con-

flicts will be contacted by their counselor to make final decisions about their schedule.

This typically takes place before Ripon High School's Pow Wow. If conflicts arise due

to unavoidable changes in the master schedule, students may be notified of potential

changes during registration week. Final class schedules will be distributed during Pow

Wow.

Changes in schedules will ONLY be made for students with scheduling errors

(i.e. missing class periods, academic misplacement, or graduation deficiency). Teacher

requests and/or period changes will not be made. Elective changes will not be made

during the school year.

Academic Course Change Procedure

1. As soon as a student is struggling in a core subject area the parent and student

should make contact with the instructor.

2. Parent, student, and instructor will come up with strategies that offer steps for suc-

cess.

3. Student has completed all assignments listed in Aeries.

4. Student has met with instructor throughout the semester for extra assistance.

5. A teacher can recommend an academic core change at semester if the previous listed

steps have been completed.


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A minimum of 250 credits is required for graduation at Ripon High School. A stu-

dent earns five (5) credits for each subject successfully completed in a semester.

The Ripon Unified School District graduation requirements include the following:

40 credits in English

20 credits in Mathematics

30 credits in Social Science

(10 credits in World History, 10 credits in US History, 5 credits in

American Government, and 5 credits in Economics )

20 credits in Science

(10 credits in physical science and 10 credits in life science)

20 credits in Physical Education (10 credits in 9th grade PE, and 10 addition-

al credits to be completed by 12th grade. Completion of a sport earns 5 elec-

tive credits in PE)

5 credits in Health

10 credits in Visual & Performing Arts or Foreign Language

5 credits in Keyboarding

10 credits in Vocational Arts (see catalog for details)

90 elective credits

Overall cumulative Grade Point Average of 1.50 or higher

All students must pass the California High School Exit Exam to receive a

diploma.

Elective courses might include classes in Business, Home Economics, Industrial

Technology, Art, Music, ROP, etc. Specific courses offered each year are dependent

upon the number of students enrolled in each class.

CREDIT RECOVERY/ENHANCEMENT OPTIONS

Ripon High School offers a list of outside options to complete courses that were

failed during the regular school year. Ripon High School also encourages students

to take courses off campus to enhance their education. Provided class(es) are not

offered at RHS. See your counselor for approval before signing up for classes

through other educational programs.

1. BYU-Online program *enrollment fees required

2. Grad Point/Pearson (Online) after school and summer school at RHS

(limited spots) *Free

3. Community College primarily for academic enhancement options

4. Connections Academy Charter (Online) Free only during the

academic school year. See Page 37 for specific courses.

*College Prep courses are available

*Student may opt to take additional courses not offered at RHS.


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There are a number of basic entrance requirements that are shared by most colleges and

universities. Heavy emphasis should be placed upon high school course selections in

English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Foreign Language. If you plan to

attend a specific college or university, check with your counselor to make sure that you

will be able to meet the necessary requirements for admission to that institution. It is

strongly recommended that all students planning to attend a four year college or univer-

sity complete the following:

a. History/Social Science (2 years)

b. English (4 years)

c. Math (3 years required; 4 years recommended) Algebra I,

Geometry, Algebra II or International Math I, II, and III

d. Lab Science (2 years required; 3 recommended)

1 Life Lab Science, 1 Physical Lab Science

e. Foreign Language (2 years required; 3 recommended)

f. Visual & Performing Arts (1 year required)

g. College Prep Elective Course (1 year required)

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS

Students planning to immediately register at a four year college or university after high

school graduation should plan to take the Scholastic Apitude Test (SAT Reasoning) and/

or the American College Test (ACT) with writing. University of Califonia (UC)

recommends that students take the SAT upon completion of mathematics through

Algebra II. It is recommended that students take either the SAT and/or ACT in the

spring of their junior year. SAT subject exams are not required for all universities so

please check with the college of your interest or your counselor if you have questions in

this area.

Ripon High offers the Preliminary Scholastic Apitude Test (PSAT) in October of each

year to help prepare students for the SAT.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE EARLY ENROLLMENT

Any student may enroll in various courses available at Modesto Junior College (MJC)

or San Joaquin Delta College. Any student interested in attending a community college

must get a High School Petition for Advanced Placement form and signed by the high

school counselor.


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COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATION

A-G Subject Area Requirements

Students wishing to attend a California State University (CSU) or a University of California (UC) right out of high school must complete:

O The 15-unit comprehensive pattern of college prep called “A-G Re-

quirements”

O Classes must be passed with a “C” or better

Different Segments of Higher Education

University of California (UC) is a system of public higher education that em-phasizes research

O Bachelors, Masters, Professional, and Doctoral degrees

O Examples: UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Santa Barbara, UC San Diego

and UC Merced

California State University (CSU) is a system of public higher education

O Examples of CSU’s: Fresno State, Stanislaus, Chico State, and Long

Beach

O Bachelors, Masters, Professional, and Doctoral degrees

Private universities are usually more expensive and have unique admission requirements

O Examples: Stanford University, University of Pacific (UOP), Azusa Pacif-

ic, etc

California Community Colleges (CCC) can be utilized in several ways:

O Earn an A.A. or A.S., vocational degree, or certificate

O Complete transfer requirements to a 4-year University

O Examples: Delta College, Modesto Junior College, Merced College,

etc.

Entrance Testing

To be eligible to apply to a UC or CSU, a student must take the following:

O UC requires:

SAT or ACT with writing (SAT II recommended for some majors)

O CSU requires:

SAT or ACT only

O CCC Requires:

No Entrance Testing O Visit www.collegeboard.com or www.actstudent.org to register or get

more information

Financial Aid

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the first step in the fi-nancial aid process to apply for federal and state financial aid to help students

pay for college. Types of Aid:

O Grants

O Student Loans

O Federal Work-Study

A Cal-Grant is free money awarded by the State of California. Eligibility is mainly based on:

O GPA (10th & 11th)

O Financial Need

O Citizenship status

O FAFSA Submission


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The following courses meet requirements for admission to the university of

California and California State University. Worksheet on Page 39 of course catalog

An asterisk denotes extra honors credit: A = 5, B = 4, C= 3. Minimum 15 courses

A. History(2 years)

Federal Government (AP)*

Federal Government

U.S. History (AP)*

United States History

World History (AP)*

World History

B. English(4 years)

English I, II, III CSU Expository Reading & Writing (Sr)

English I (H)

English II (H)*weight pending approval by UC

AP English Language*

AP English Literature*

Futuristic Fiction (Only for UC/CSU not RHS)

D. Laboratory Science

(1 year life, 1 year physical)

Biology (AP)* (LS)

Chemistry (PS)

Physics (PS)

Biology Honors *(LS)

Anatomy & Physiology (LS)

Biology (LS)

Agricultural Biology (LS)

E. Foreign Language

(Minimum 2 years)

Spanish I, II, III, IV

AP Spanish Language*

AP Spanish Literature*

F. Visual & Performing Arts

(1 year)

Art I, Art II (Intro)

Art III (Advanced)

Concert Band

Concert Choir

Music Appreciation

Advanced Choir

Theater Arts I G. Elective Courses (1 year) (All courses listed under a – e, plus the following)

Economics

Marine Biology

Conceptual Physics

Avid Senior Seminar

Animal Science (Ag)

Environmental Horticulture Science (Ag)

Creative Writing

Earth Science

Ag Environmental Science

California State University and UC Approved A-G Courses

C. Mathematics

(Minimum 3 years)

Calculus (AP)*

Statistics (AP)*

Statistics

Pre-Calculus

Algebra II

Geometry

Algebra I

International Math I, II

International Math Honors I


The FFA is an integral part of all agricultural courses. The FFA makes a

positive difference in the lives of the students by developing their potential for

leadership, personal growth, and career success. It is the department’s goal that

students will become a contributing factor in their home and community upon

graduation from high school. All students enrolled in an agricultural course

automatically become a member of the FFA. Students are to select and participate in

a minimum of two FFA activities per quarter (to be completed after-school hours). A

project (SAE) related to the student’s course work and/or career goal will be required

and records of their participation kept in the California Vocational Agriculture

Record Book.

UC “G” Requirement

CSU “G” Requirement

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10-12

(Ag) Environmental Horticulture

Category: Physical Science

Prerequisite: One year of previous Agriculture coursework required. Previous Ag

experience for 9th grader. $20 recommended donation

This course will provide students with theories and principles related to environmen-

tal horticulture science. Students will develop an appreciation for horticulture and

its related fields. The students will understand the role of plants in our landscape,

the process of design and installation along with maintenance of those plant materi-

als. The importance of agriculture and how it relates to the environment will also be

discussed.

UC “D” Requirement

CSU “D” Requirement


Agricultural Biology

Category: Life Science

Agricultural Biology is a one-year, laboratory science course designed for the col-

lege-bound student with career interests in agriculture. Using agriculture as the

learning vehicle, the course emphasizes principles, central concepts, and inter-

relationships among living organisms. The course is centered around an extensive

laboratory component in order to connect the big ideas of life science with agricul-

tural applications, earth and physical science principles, and other curricular areas,

including written and oral reporting skills.

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Year Course●5 credits● Grades 11-12

FFA Leadership

Prerequisite: Teacher approval required.

In order to enroll in this class the student must be a member of the FFA Executive team

and must be enrolled in one of the other agriculture classes. In the course, the student

will plan and implement FFA activities, complete record books, develop leadership

skills, plan elementary agriculture programs, and practice public speaking skills.


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(Ag) Business & Economics

Category: Vocational Education

Prerequisite: Ag Life Science, Ag Biology, Environmental Horticulture, or Ag Animal

Science.

This course is designed for advanced study of agricultural business opportunities and

economics for students with an interest in agriculture. The student will understand and

apply basic economic production agriculture and agri-business management. The

students will develop a “business” that they will be responsible for managing.


Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 11-12 UC “G” Requirement


(Ag) Animal Science

Category: Life Science or Vocational Education

Prerequisite: Ag Life Science, Ag Biology, or Environmental Horticulture

This course will provide the student with principles in Animal Science focusing on the

areas of mammalian production, anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, respira-

tion, and genetics. This course includes hand-on science experiences that are designed

to enhance the student’s understanding of agriculture, the environment, and society.




(Ag) Environmental Science


Environmental Science is a college prep course for students with an interest in agri-

culture, science, and biotechnology. Agriculture and the environment intersect be-

tween the issues of water and air quality. This course is designed to give an under-

standing of ecology, ecosystems, soils, waste management, land-use, and pollution

issues. Laboratory and field activities focus on the “real world" problems we are fac-

ing. Students will be expected to not only acquire knowledge, but to also organize,

analyze, evaluate, predict, problem solve, and apply this knowledge. The student

must be able to do the following: read and comprehend a variety of materials,

demonstrate writing skills that convey ideas in written and visual form, use technol-

ogy in research and accessing information, demonstrate the ability to work collabo-

ratively, manage and actively engage in a career-related, supervised agricultural ex-

perience project.


Ag Construction Technology I


Lab Donation: $10.00 recommended

Course will use the wood shop, R.H.S. campus, and school farm to develop con-

struction skills. These skills include the following: concrete, woodworking, electri-

cal, plumbing, and surveying. All projects will be hands on and will give students

practical experience. Working drawings will be used for all projects. Students will

be required to exhibit at least one of their projects at the San Joaquin County Fair.


Ag Construction Technology II



Prerequisite: Ag Construction Technology I with a grade of “C” or better.

Course sharpens skills learned in Ag. Construction I by building larger and more

complex projects. Course will use the wood shop, R.H.S. campus, and school farm

to develop construction skills. These skills include the following: concrete,

woodworking, electrical, plumbing, and surveying. All projects will be hands on and

will give students practical experience. Working drawings will be used for all

projects. Students will be required to exhibit at least one of their projects at the San

Joaquin County Fair.


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Ag Power Mechanics



Prerequisite: Ag Construction Technology I with a grade of “C” or better.

This course will introduce the student to the development and use of energy sources,

power systems, and small gas engines. Students will be given the opportunity to explore

and develop skills in the following areas; Parts ID, measurement, disassembly,

assembly, electrical systems, fuel systems, tune-up, and troubleshooting. There will be

a heavy emphasis on shop safety throughout the course as well as the development of

positive work habits. Each area will include safety, tool ID, key terms, and practical

experience through “Learning by doing.” Students will be required to follow all safety

procedures and actively participate in the assignments.





Ag Welding I



This course is designed to introduce students to the processes and techniques used in

electric arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, oxy-acetylene cutting, and sol-

dering. To successfully pass this class, students must complete a series of required

welds and one individually designed project. These projects will be entered at the

San Joaquin County Fair. Students will be required to follow all safety procedures

and actively participate in the assignments. Welding I is basically designed for fresh-

men and sophomores; however, juniors and seniors may register on space available

basis.

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Ag. Welding II


Prerequisite: Welding I with a grade of “C” or better


This class is designed to advance the student’s knowledge of welding processes and

techniques used in electric arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, oxy-

acetylene cutting, plasma arc, and soldering. The course will emphasize out-of-

position welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding process, and gas tungsten arc weld-

ing (GTAW) process. Each student must complete, to the satisfaction of the instruc-

tor, a series of required welds and one medium size individually designed project.

These projects will be entered at the San Joaquin County Fair. Students will be re-

quired to follow all safety procedures and actively participate in the assignments.


Ag Fabrication (ROP)



Prerequisite: Ag. Welding I & Ag Welding II or Ag Construction Tech I & Ag

Construction Tech II or by Teacher permission.

Agriculture Fabrication provides serious students with entry level skills in wood

working and metal works to fabricat projects. Other skills include oxy-acetylene

welding and cutting, plasma welding and cutting, gluing, and fastening woods. Stu-

dents will receive instructions in safety, hand and power tool usage, planning, select-

ing materials and usage related to the construction of items used in agriculture, shop

and home. Students will be using their own ideas and methods in the design and

fabrication of a wood and metal project. These projects will be entered at the San

Joaquin County Fair. In order to earn a Certificate of Completion, students

must take the class one period in their junior year and one in senior year or two

periods for one year.


Keyboarding

Category: Technology

This is an introductory course covering proper techniques of touch typing on a

computer keyboard and basic word processing functions. Typing tutor programs are

also used to supplement teacher instruction in the acquisition of speed and accuracy.

All applications will be taught and used to complete job related projects. .

Semester Course●5 credits ● Grade 9


ROP Business Management (Student Store)


Prerequisite: Business Management Teacher’s Approval

Business Management is a practical hands-on course in which the students operate

the student store (Tee Pee). Students gain business experience by selling, ordering,

stocking merchandise, invoicing, cashiering, inventory, and other related business

functions. In addition, students will learn business leadership skills such as custom-

er service, cooperation, and integrity. Profits from the student store go back to the

Student Body for student body activities.

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Advanced Computer Applications

Category: Vocational Ed.

Prerequisite: A general knowledge of computer technology & a “C” or better in

Computer Applications

This course is for students who want to know and implement advanced functions of

the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Ac-

cess. Advanced applications will include creating and using macros, advanced ta-

bles, pivot lists, analyzing content, updating indexes, etc. All applications will be

taught and used to complete job related projects. Students will also learn about busi-

ness and technology related occupations.

ROP Web Design

Prerequisite: A general knowledge of computer technology & a “C” or better in

Keyboarding/Computers is necessary.

In this class, students will learn to use the Internet safely and effectively. They will

create web pages using HTML and Microsoft FrontPage. These web pages will

incorporate sound and video. Each student will create and maintain an e-portfolio,

which will be saved on the schools server. Access to a computer at home is not

necessary but highly recommended.




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Accounting I


Prerequisite: Juniors and Seniors; Sophomores with a grade “C” or better in

International Math I

Lab Donation: Possible

Learn the language of business. This is an introductory course for students who want

to learn how businesses “keep score.” At the conclusion of this course, students will

know how to prepare financial statements, journal entries and worksheets, and will un-

derstand the concepts behind them. Students will not only learn about the various

types of ownership and how to account for assets, liabilities, equity, revenue and ex-

penses, but also explore other areas of business such as the stock market. Students will

complete a comprehensive accounting simulation that utilizes source documents for

journal entries and reports.


Business Law


This course provides an overview of business and personal law by using group dis-

cussion, group work, lectures, written assignments and projects. Students will have

the opportunity to act out roles in moot courts and in a mock trial. Some areas of

law covered include constitutional rights, court systems, criminal, civil, contract,

sales, property, borrowing money and paying bills. Students will see how law is

used in business and how the courts play a roll in law and justice.


Computer Applications


Prerequisite: A general knowledge of computer technology & a “C” or keyboard-

ing.

This course is for students who want to become proficient in software applications

including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and desktop publish-

ing. Application programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and

Publisher will be used. All applications will be taught and used to complete job re-

lated projects.


English I, II, III, IV

Comprehensive English classes are offered at each grade level, and each includes

reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills that align with the state’s standards

for English Language Arts. The curriculum is literature based at each level, and

offers students opportunities to connect literature to writing and to the world. .

UC “B” Requirement

CSU “B” Requirement



CSU “B” Requirement Year Course●10 credits ● Grade 10

English II (Honors)

Prerequisite: It is highly recommended that students enrolling in this class have a

“B” or higher in English. A mandatory summer assignment & application are re-

quired.

The English II (H) is designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement courses

in their, junior and senior years. This course requires extensive reading and writing

about literature, as well as the ability to use the English language effectively in writ-

ing, class discussions and oral reports.


CSU “B” Requirement Year Course●10 credits ● Grade 9

English I (Honors)

Prerequisite: It is highly recommended that students enrolling in this class have a

“B” or higher in English and are recommended by their Eighth grade teachers. A

mandatory summer assignment & application are required.

The English I (H) is designed to prepare students for English II honors and for Ad-

vanced Placement courses their junior and senior years. This course requires exten-

sive reading and writing in literature, as well as the ability to use the English lan-

guage effectively in writing, class discussions, and oral reports.

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Year Course●10 credits ● Grade 11



Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 12

AP English Literature and Composition

Prerequisite: Mandatory summer assignment and application are required

The AP Literature course is offered to 12th graders who are recommended by their

11th grade English teacher as having the ability and maturity to attempt a college lev-

el English class in literature and philosophy. This course is similar in design to the

AP English Language course, but it emphasizes the analytical study of fiction of

high literary merit in writing and in speech.

AP English Language and Composition

Prerequisite: Mandatory summer assignment and application are required

The AP Language and Composition course is offered to 11th graders who are recom-

mended by their 10th grade English teacher as having the ability to attempt a college

level English class in writing and rhetoric. The AP class is not just an accelerated

version of college preparatory English III, but rather it is a college level class that

should challenge high school students. The focus in this course is on writing and

nonfiction, and students who enroll may take the English Language and Composi-

tion AP exam in May.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10-12 UC “G” Requirement*

CSU “G” Requirement*

Creative Writing

Category: Elective

Prerequisites: A love of writing.

This elective course requires students to write original works in a variety of literary

forms, including non-fiction, fiction and poetry. Along with writing, students will

read from a variety of literary forms, keep a daily journal, participate in poetry and

“Open Mic” readings and help compile a literary publication.

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Business Publications

Yearbook

Category: Vocational Education or Elective

Prerequisite: Application and instructor’s approval signature.

Business Publications is a production class responsible for producing a written and

pictorial history of the current school year. Students are expected to be self-

disciplined in meeting all scheduled deadlines. After school and evening work ses-

sions may be needed to meet production schedules. All students must be able to

work these extended hours. Yearbook requires the following skills: the ability to

work as a member of a team, willingness to accept praise and criticism from writing,

grammar and punctuation skills. Students who enjoy working with community ad-

vertisers, or who possess computer and graphic arts skill are encouraged to apply.


Futuristic Fiction

Category: Elective

Prerequisite:“C” or higher in preceding English course

Futuristic Fiction and Film is a college preparatory English course offered to juniors

and seniors only. This course explores the genre of futuristic fiction, focusing on the

ways in which authors discuss and expose current social and/or political issues

through their works. It also includes 20th and 21st century films that complement the

fictional works that are read, and the films are studied both individually and as

works that represent the specific issues discussed in the correlative pieces of

literature. This course focuses on both the written word and the cinematic

presentation of futuristic literature, and students are required to examine both.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 11-12 UC “B” Requirement



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ELD 1-2

Prerequisite: Placement by CELDT

The English Language Development course requires beginning language learners to

build skills in listening and speaking that align with the state’s standards for English

Language Development. The curriculum is focused on helping English learners start

the language acquisition process and build Basic Interpersonal Communications

Skills (BICS)

ELD 3-4

Prerequisite: Placement by CELDT

The English Language Development course requires advanced language learners to

build skills in listening, speaking, and writing that align with the state’s standards for

English Language Development. The curriculum is focused on helping English

learners acquire the language and succeed in an academic environment by

improving the students’ Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP)

Year Course●10 Elective credits

Year Course●10 Elective credits


Journalism


Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Students must have a "B" or higher in English to take this

course.

Journalism is a course dedicated to publishing Ripon High School News and current

events. Students will create print and multimedia publications. Students will learn the

components and skills needed for news writing, the rights and responsibilities of jour-

nalists, and the ethics behind publishing news. Students will also learn about editing and

style, newspaper design, advertising, photography, careers in journalism, and the history

of journalism.


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Spanish I

Prerequisite: Average grades in English for prior year must be a “C” or better.

Basic introduction to the Spanish language and culture. The course helps students

attain proficiency in the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a way

that makes language learning a meaningful activity. It presents the language within the

context of the contemporary Spanish-speaking world and its culture. This course is

designed to meet the University entry requirements in oral and written forms.

UC “E” Requirement

CSU “E” Requirement


UC “E” or “G” Requirement

CSU “E” or “G” Requirement

UC “E” or “G” Requirement


UC “E” Requirement

CSU “E” Requirement




Spanish IV

Prerequisite: Must have completed Spanish III with a grade of “B” or better

Spanish II

Prerequisite: Must have completed Spanish I with a grade of “C” or better

Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I with the emphasis on oral skills, via group

work, grammatical structure, reading comprehension, and writing composition. This

course elicits a high level of student participation in the learning process, and avoids

relying on any one theory of language learning.

Spanish III

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish I and II with a grade of “C” or better.

Students expand the practical vocabulary needed for active language use and

deepen their appreciation of Hispanic culture through an introduction to literary

works by authors from Spain and Latin America. This course elicits a high level

of student participation in the learning process, and avoids relying on any one the-

ory of language learning.

Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Prerequisites: Must have completed Spanish III or

IV with the grade of “B” or better and must have teacher’s approval.

Spanish IV (AP) is an advanced course that is a continuation of Spanish III. This

course emphasizes preparation for the AP Spanish language exam through intensive

vocabulary and grammar development, reading, writing, and oral practice.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10-12 UC “E” or “G” Requirement



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This course is designed to provide students with intermediate principles and skills in

leadership training. Students will receive instruction in First Aid/CPR, techniques

and principles necessary to prepare and present briefs, advanced land navigation,

maintaining effective peer group relationships, small unit leading techniques, physi-

cal fitness and conditioning, and roles of the Armed Forces. Students will be ap-

pointed to leadership positions within the cadet battalion based on ability. Meets

P.E. requirement.

JROTC I

This course is designed to provide students with basic principles and skills in leader-

ship training. Students will receive instruction and training in basic military courte-

sy, first aid, drill and ceremony, map reading, citizenship, marksmanship and safety,

communication skills, and physical fitness/conditioning. Note: Successful comple-

tion of one year of this course will fulfill the high school graduation requirement

physical education including 9th grade PE.

JROTC This is a 4-year program designed to teach high school students the value of

citizenship, leadership, and service to community, personal responsibility,

personal fitness, teamwork, and self-discipline. Its focus is reflected in its

mission statement, “to motivate young people to become better citizens.” The

program is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school, and it pro-

vides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the students,

community, and nation. (All 4 JROTC levels meet P.E. requirements)

JROTC is a Co-ed program.

Advanced Placement Spanish Literature

Prerequisites: Students must complete AP Spanish

Language and Culture with the grade of B or higher to enroll in this class.

The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course provides students an introduction to

Peninsular, Latin American and U.S. Hispanic literature equivalent to college

literature class. The course allows students to show their proficiency in

interpersonal, presentational and interpretive communication while examining 38

key works of literature through historical and contemporary cultural contexts.

Course work is done entirely in Spanish and is designed to promote critical reading

and analytic writing skills.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10-12 UC “E” or “G” Requirement



JROTC III

Category: Physical Education

This course is designed to provide students opportunity for application of advanced

skills and principles of leadership training. Based on demonstrated performance, stu-

dents will be advanced to mid-level leadership positions within the cadet battalion.

Students will participate in various leadership and management seminars to learn plan-

ning techniques, problem solving, time management, counseling, and ethics. Leader-

ship labs will be conducted on career opportunities and college scholarships.


JROTC IV

Category: Vocational Art

This course is designed for advanced JROTC students who will spend the major

portion of the year actually managing and directing the many activities of the JROTC

Program. (Application of Leadership Principles and Concepts) This will include

planning, organizing and over seeing the executions of social events, inspections,

ceremonies, camp, community service projects, and many other significant events.

Fourth year cadets will serve as top level leaders for the cadet battalion. Leadership

labs will be conducted on career opportunities, college scholarships, staff functions,

and communicative arts. Meets P.E. requirement and Vocational Arts.


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Category: Elective

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in JROTC

The Drill Team of the Indian Battalion is used to demonstrate Ripon’s excellence in

Drill and Ceremonies in Drill Competitions nationwide. The Zero Period Drill class

is a way of organizing and facilitating training of Ripon’s Drill Team. Cadets arrive

at the school at 6:30 AM and a formation is held at 6:40 where attendance is taken

and information put out to the Cadets. From there the Cadets break off into their

respective teams and practice either regulation, exhibition, or color guard both with

rifles and without. Cadets practice until 7:40 when they are dismissed to their 1st

period classes. The prerequisite for being a member of the Drill Team is to also be a

member of the JROTC program. Since the Drill Team does travel and compete at

local and national competitions, it is required that Cadets maintain a 2.0 grade

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This comprehensive class introduces students to the seven content areas of Home

Economics which are child development and guidance, consumer education, family

living and parenting education, fashion, textiles and apparel, food and nutrition,

housing and furnishings, and individual and family health. It will equip them with

essential skills for living and for managing personal, family, and work

responsibilities. Coursework includes written and lab work, projects and

presentations, and participation in FHA-HERO is recommended.




Advanced Home Economics


Prerequisite: Must have completed Introduction to Home Economics with a “C” or

better.


This class allows for an in-depth focus on two to three of the content areas of Home

Economics on a rotational basis each year. Individual projects are required as part

of a student’s portfolio. Coursework includes written and lab work, class projects,

and guest speakers. FHA-HERO participation is required.

Food & Nutrition

Category: Vocational


Prerequisite: Introduction to Home Economics

This course will help you understand how to be healthy now and in the future

through nutritional knowledge and choices. Learn food preparation techniques,

kitchen equipment and design, meal service, etiquette, health and fitness, budgeting,

and about careers related to the food service and hospitality industry or food science

industry. Gain leadership skills and participate in food-related school and communi-

ty projects through FHA-HERO.


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Prerequisite: Election (held in March/April for the following school year) or

appointment to RHS Student Commission

Designed to promote leadership skills of student at all grade levels. Students acquire

such skills as goal setting, organization, time management, advertisement, and

problem solving, etc. The course focuses on school government/policies related to

the Associated Student Body (ASB), the management of all student money, the

promotion of school spirit, and organizing and promoting all school-wide events.

Required for all ASB, officers, class officers, and commissioners. .



Peer Helpers

Category: Elective

Prerequisite: Selection is by application and interview only. See Mr. Wright for an

application form.

This class is for students to learn to use effective communication skills to talk to

their peers. It teaches students to help other students. It is a program that encour-

ages positive peer interaction, focuses on communication skills, and develops deci-

sion-making skills. The goal is to develop a selected group of trained students who

have the skills to facilitate personal, social, and academic growth of peers.


Academic Decathlon

Category: Elective

Prerequisite: Selection is by application.

Interdisciplinary survey of major events, trends and figures in history as well as the

present day, viewed through the lenses of literature, visual arts, music, mathematics,

science, and architecture. Students will use information from multiple disciplines to

express their understanding of culture and the human condition. “Students are ex-

pected use their knowledge and skills from a variety of classes to compete in the Ac-

ademic Decathlon sponsored by the San Joaquin County Office of Education. This

class requires significant preparation time over and above regular class obligations.”

UC “C” Requirement

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Prerequisite: Current Math Teacher’s Recommendation

One-half of International Math I with International Math B following the next year.

Student enrollment will be based on teacher recommendation.


The following are guidelines for student placement in math courses at Ripon

High School. Due to Math curriculum changes and common core implementation,

Ripon High School will be replacing Algebra I with International Math I.

Grade-Level Courses are defined for 2014-15 as:

Grade 9: International Math A, International Math I, International Math

Honors I

Grade 10: International B, International Math II, Algebra II

Grade 11: Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, or AP Calculus

Grade 12: Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, or CP/AP Statistics

Applied Math

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I

“This course is designed for students who need an alternative to the traditional college

-prep math courses beyond Algebra 1. The course will satisfy the 2nd year graduation

requirement for mathematics. The course will include topics dealing with practical

applications of mathematics.”


International Math B

Prerequisite: Completion of International Math IA with a Grade of D or better.

Successful completion of International Math IA and IB meet the minimum graduation

requirement of 20 math credits. The curriculum of Int. Math IA and IB encompasses the

basis of both Algebra and Geometry as well as well as establishing a foundation of

Statistics. UC/CSU credit after successful completion of International Math A and B.


International Math Honors I

Prerequisite: 8th grade teacher recommendation and a B in previous math course.

International Math Honors I is for entering freshman that have shown a strong

aptitude for math skills and problem solving as well as exemplary work ethic. The goal

for these students is to complete a three year college prep honors math curriculum

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Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation or a “C” or better in previous math course.

The fundamental purpose of International Math I is to formalize and extend the math-

ematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas are organized

into units to deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships, in part by con-

trasting them with exponential phenomena, and in part by applying linear models to

data that exhibit a linear trend. International Math 1 uses properties and theorems in-

volving congruent figures to deepen and extend understanding of geometric

knowledge from prior grades.

The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with

the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent,

useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem

situations.


Algebra II

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry with grades of “C” or better

Algebra II is the third course of the college preparatory math sequence and is a

prerequisite to entry into Pre-Calculus or Statistics. Students who anticipate enrolling

in a four-year college should consider this course. Topics include equations and

inequalities, rational expressions, rules for exponents and radicals, complex numbers,

coordinate geometry, linear and quadratic systems, functions and relations,

elementary trigonometry, sequences and series, probability, and logarithmic and


CSU “C” Requirement Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10-12




International Math II

Prerequisite: Completion of International Math I with a grade of “C” or better.

International Math II is the second course in the Common Core Math sequence for

College Prep Mathematics. It entails curriculum that includes Algebra and Advanced

Algebra standards as well as Geometry and Statistics standards. Students will expand

upon prior knowledge of quadratic and exponential functions and their graphical

representations, while continuing to work on geometric proof.




Pre-Calculus

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Algebra II

Pre-Calculus is the fourth course in the college-preparatory math sequence. Topics

include functions and relations, inequalities, exponents and logarithms, trigonome-

try, advanced graphing, and conic sections.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 11-12 UC “C or G” Requirement

CSU “C or G” Requirement



Calculus—AP

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Pre-Calculus

This course is the final course in the college-preparatory math sequence at Ripon

High. It is designed to cover most of the topics covered in a first-year college Cal-

culus course. Students interested in pursuing mathematics, engineering, economics,

business or science in college should consider taking this course. However, it is im-

portant that students be self-motivated and possess excellent study skills in order to

be successful in a course of this nature. Important topics include coordinate geome-

try, functions, limits, differentiation and applications, integration and applications,

and related topics which are needed for the Calculus Advanced Placement (AP) ex-

am. Students who enroll in this course may take the Calculus Advanced Placement

exam in May.

Statistics

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Algebra II

(A minimum enrollment of 15 students will be required to schedule this class.)

Statistics is a class in applied mathematics and is required for many college majors.

Specific areas of study include probability, sampling and predictions, and interpreta-

tions from numerical facts. This class emphasizes math learned in prior years, while

teaching a unique and different way of thinking.



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Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Algebra II and teacher recommendation

The AP class is not just an accelerated version of Statistics, but rather it is a college

level class that should challenge high school students. The focus in this course in-

cludes probability, sampling and predictions, and interpretations from numerical

facts.

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Physical Education 9 is a required class for all freshman. The following PE classes fulfill the additional 10 credits of PE requirements for graduation: Aerobics/Weightlifting, Team Sports/Weight & Conditioning, and Sports PE meet the elective PE credit requirement for graduation. All PE classes are Co-Ed.

Year Course● 10 credits ● Grade 9

Physical Education 9

This class will focus on individual lifetime fitness principles and knowledge. Units

may include, but are not limited to, basketball, soccer, swimming, water safety, foot-

ball, volleyball, tennis, team handball, track/field, and softball. Personal fitness

which includes muscle strength and endurance will be emphasize in accordance with

the California Physical Fitness standards.

Team Sports/Weights & Conditioning

Students will improve muscular strength through the use of weights and fitness ac-

tivities. Students will participate in various team sports, which may include volley-

ball, basketball, football, soccer, and softball. On and off-season programs will be

incorporated in improving strength, power, speed, quickness, and overall condition-

ing for the competitive athlete. Students will also focus on lifetime principles and

knowledge as part of their program.

Year Course● 10 credits ● Grades 10-12

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 10 - 12

Aerobic Exercise/Weightlifting

This class is a combination of cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance train-

ing. Students will improve cardio respiratory efficiency through various aerobic ac-

tivities, compute resting, target, and recovery heart rates, while performing a multi-

tude of muscular strength and endurance exercises. Units include, but are not lim-

ited to, personal fitness, Taebo, yoga, flexibility stretching, water fitness,

weight\training, safety, team/individual sports, and nutrition. This class will focus

on individual lifetime fitness principles and knowledge.


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Sports PE/Athletics

Prerequisites: Academic Eligibility, 2.0 and no F’s. Physically cleared by a physician

(athletic physical), insurance/medical release, adherence to RHS athletic policies and code of conduct.

Students/athletes may earn 5 credits of physical education credit after satisfactory

completion of a sport season. (Cheerleaders may earn 2.5 units of credit per season.)

The Athletic Director is the teacher in charge and each coach is responsible to report

that the athlete completed the season satisfactorily. Satisfactory completion would

include: prompt and regular attendance to all practices, games/matches, respect to

coaches, officials, team members, opposing team members, coaches, and fans.

Removal from the team for disciplinary action or ineligibility as per the student/

athletic operating policy would automatically negate all credit. Maximum credits

possible in Sports PE is 30.

There are 18 athletic programs at Ripon High School that compete during the year.

FALL: Football, Volleyball, Boys Soccer, Cross Country, Girls Golf, Cheerleading,

WaterPolo (Boys and Girls).

WINTER: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Cheerleading

SPRING: Girls Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Boys Golf, Boys/Girls

Tennis, Swimming (Boys and Girls).

Year Course● 5 credits ● Grades 9-12


JROTC

JROTC I—PE 9 Credit

JROTC II, III, IV—Elective PE Credit

**refer to JROTC For description of course on page 18.


Health

Category: Health

This class is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn and study

many life situations and skills. Units include, but are not limited to, personal health

and physical fitness, family and social health, body systems, medicines and drugs,

prenatal and child development, diseases and disorders, and nutrition. This course

includes a 20-hour community service learning project and research component.


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Earth Science


This course will provide an overview of physical and earth science by using labs,

demonstrations, lectures, written assignments, and projects. Some areas covered in-

clude measurement, density, basic study of light, motion, waves, sound, astronomy,

geology, and earthquakes.

Life Science


A comprehensive study of the State Standards for Life/Biology classes at the High

School Level. It will include units on cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution,

and physiology. Units will be added on classification and survey of the kingdoms as

time permits. It will be a combination of lecture and notes, written assignments,

projects, and notebooks. Some labs will be included.



Agricultural Biology


Agricultural Biology is a one-year, laboratory science course designed for the col-

lege-bound student with career interests in agriculture. Using agriculture as the

learning vehicle, the course emphasizes principles, central concepts, and inter-

relationships among living organisms. The course is centered around an extensive

laboratory component in order to connect the big ideas of life science with agricul-

tural applications, earth and physical science principles, and other curricular areas,

including written and oral reporting skills.




Biology


This college prep course utilizes observations and experiences involving basic

principles in the biological sciences. Emphasis on cell structures, genetics, ecology,

and physiology.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 9-12 UC “D” Requirement



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Marine Biology


Prerequisite: Biology

Through observation and completion of project experimentation, students will com-

plete an introductory course in Marine Biology. An emphasis will be placed on di-

versity studies and identification. Some work will be done in the areas of oceanog-

raphy, geography, and environmental studies.

Advanced Biology


Prerequisite: Biology with a grade of “C” or better.

Students in this course will complete studies in comparative anatomy using the pig,

cat, and human anatomy. Investigation in the area of genetics, cell biology, and ecol-

ogy will also be covered.

AP Biology


Prerequisite: 1 year Biology & 1 year Chemistry

The primary emphasis of AP Biology is to develop a conceptual understanding that

includes the following: a grasp of science as a process rather than as an accumula-

tion of facts; personal experience in scientific inquiry, recognition of unifying bio-

logical themes, application of biological knowledge, and critical thinking to environ-

mental and social concerns.




(Ag) Environmental Horticulture


Prerequisite: One year of previous Agriculture coursework, 9th grade must have

previous Ag. Experience. $20 recommended donation

This course will provide students with theories and principles related to environmen-

tal horticulture science. Students will develop an appreciation for horticulture and

its related fields. The students will understand the role of plants in our landscape,

the process of design and installation and maintenance of those plant materials. The

importance of agriculture and how it relates to the environment will also be dis-

cussed.


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Chemistry


Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or completion of Algebra II

with a satisfactory grade.

Introduction to atomic structures, chemical equations, bonding, stoichiometry, gas

laws, and states of matter and solutions. An introductory course geared for college

prep students.

Physics


Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II with a C or better.

A college preparatory laboratory science class designed to prepare students for ad-

vanced science encountered after graduation from high school. This physical sci-

ence is open to seniors and juniors, if space is available. Some of the topics covered

are machines, light, heat, electricity, and motion.

Anatomy & Physiology


Prerequisites: Biology with a grade of “C” or better.

A systemic approach that presents the essential information for understanding struc-

ture and function of the human body. Units in histology and the various body sys-

tems will be covered. Students will acquire, integrate, and reinforce their under-

standing of the structures and functions of the human body by completing the color-

coded anatomical diagrams in the workbook.

Conceptual Physics


Conceptual Physics is a limited-mathematical study of forces and relationships that

are the foundation of our physical world and our entire universe. Understanding

these fundamental concepts will enhance the student’s ability to succeed in later

science courses. Topics include motion, forces, energy, matter, wave dynamics,

sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and atomic structure.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grades 9-12 UC “G” Requirement-Pending

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World History

This required course for sophomores traces the

development of modern democracy through England,

France and America. The class begins with a study of the development of the modern

world from the Industrial Revolution through Imperialism and the two world wars. The

course takes an in-depth look at totalitarianism, the Holocaust, and the Cold War. It

finishes with a study of current events and problems facing the world today.

UC “A” Requirement

CSU “A” Requirement








United States History

United States history, required for all juniors and meets the California state standards requirements.

The course begins with a review of the Enlightenment and the rise of the democratic ideas

upon which our nation was founded. After this introduction, the course focuses on the ma-

jor concepts, trends, chronology, and turning points of the twentieth century. Students ana-

lyze events such as the Industrial Revolution, both world wars, the Cold War, Civil Rights

Movement, Vietnam War, and the problems and issues America faces in the twenty-first

century. Students will be assessed using a variety of methods including tests, note books,

projects, and various types of writing.

Advanced Placement United States History

Prerequisite: B or better in World History and recommendation from sophomore English

and social studies teachers.

US History - AP is the equivalent of a freshmen-level college course and can earn students

college credit. The two-semester survey course covers the exploration America through the

present, with an emphasis on the economic, social, cultural, political, diplomatic, and consti-

tutional history. It provides students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge to con-

sider critical controversies and issues throughout our history. Students will learn to assess

historical materials and to weigh evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholar-

ship.

Advanced Placement World History

The purpose of the AP World History course is to introduce

students to the broad sweep of global processes and interactions among and between human

societies. Major themes, which begin approximately 8000 B.C. and continue to the present,

include interaction between humans and their environment (migration, technology),

development of culture (religion, art, science), state-building, expansion and conflict (empires,

nations, revolts), and interaction of economic systems (agriculture, trade, "isms"). Students

learn through a variety of methods including the study of factual knowledge and higher level

analytical skills. This course is compatible with a variety of college level World History

requirements .





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Federal Government

Federal Government is a one semester graduation requirement course. There are no

prerequisites. Students are presented with the fundamental concepts of a democratic

system. They are then encouraged to become politically aware and active, not only

at the local level, but also the state and national level. Major topics of discussion

include the following: Civil Rights, Constitutional protection, the power of the

president, Congress, Supreme Court, the position of the states in our federal system,

and comparative political systems. Students are expected to be able to think and

write clearly as they relate to the topics of discussion as well as to the teacher and

fellow students.

Semester Course●5 credits ● Grades 12


Economics

Economics is a one semester graduation requirement course. Students are intro-

duced to the concepts of economic thinking and decision making; those of oppor-

tunity costs, and trade-offs. The course content includes discussions on micro and

macro economics, supply and demand, inflation, income indexing, supply side and

demand side economic theory, the Federal Reserve Bank and its role in the US.

Economy, the theory of taxation as a tool to alter the behaviors of society, compara-

tive economic systems, the different sources of capital available to business as well

as the different business structures in a free market system, and those topics that sur-

round international trade.

Semester Course● 5 credits ● Grade 12







Federal Government—AP

Prerequisite:“B” average in U.S. History and recommendations from Junior Eng-

lish and history teachers.

The course is designed to give students a critical perspective on government and pol-

itics in the United States. This course involves both the studies of general concepts

used to interpret American politics and the analysis of specific case studies. Stu-

dents will gain a familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas

that make up the American political scene. The following topics are included in this

course of study: constitutional underpinnings of American government, political be-

liefs and behaviors, political parties and interest groups, institutions and policy pro-

cesses of national government, and civil rights and civil liberties.

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Art I

Category: Fine Arts


The students will learn basic methods and experience a variety of media utilizing the

elements and principles of design. Various art projects will express examples of

particular cultures and social and environmental problems. .

UC “F” Requirement

CSU “F” Requirement




Art II

Category: Fine Arts

Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Art I.


Students will extend their study of visual arts, continuing to use a wider range of

subject matter, symbols, meaningful images, and visual expressions. The visual arts

will range from drawing and painting, sculpture and design, and architecture. Any of

these can be used to help students meet the educational goals embodied in the Cali-

fornia standards. Students will understand the relationship among art forms and be-

tween their own work and that of others. The students will be able to relate under-

standings about the historical and cultural contexts of art to situations in contempo-

rary life. Students will gain a broad and in-depth understanding of the meaning and

importance of the visual world in which they live. Students experience work related

areas in art careers.

Art III

Category: Fine Arts

Prerequisite: Passing grade of C or better in Art II.

Lab Donation: $15:00 recommended

This is an advanced level course that will prepare students for AP Studio Art/Art IV.

This curriculum concentrates on areas of applied design using various techniques of

drawing, painting, mixed media, and sculpture. This course will prepare a complet-

ed portfolio through a creative and challenging curriculum used in the International-

ly recognized Advanced Placement program.




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Category: Fine Arts

Prerequisite: Passing grade of C or better in Art III.

Lab Donation: $15:00 recommended

This course is designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical ex-

perience of art. Students are required to submit portfolios for evaluation at the end

of the school year. This program is based on the premise that college-level material

will be taught to secondary school students. The purpose is a cooperative endeavor

that helps high school students complete college-level courses and permits colleges

to evaluate, acknowledge, and encourage that accomplishment through the granting

of appropriate credit and placement.



Concert Choir

Open to all students interested in singing all types of music (both a-cappella and ac-

companied). Styles include renaissance, classical, jazz, gospel, and contemporary.

Performances scheduled by teacher.

Concert Band

Category: Fine Arts

Band is a class that offers interested students the opportunity to perform a wide vari-

ety of music ranging from rock to classical. Performances occur numerous times

throughout the year and at a variety of places. Students will be required to perform

in a spirit band and all home football games, selected home basketball games, winter

and spring concerts, local parades, and community ceremonies as invited.








Music Appreciation

Category: Fine Arts

Through listening, lectures, and class discussions, this class explores the many varie-

ties and genres of music in the present day. It also offers a comprehensive overview

of the history of musical development in the Western Hemisphere. Emphasis is

placed on the social and cultural impact of all genres of music on today’s society.

(No participation in public performance is required)

Advanced Choir

Prerequisite: Audition/Approval Signature

This class is by audition only. Students who pass vocal audition and can read musi-

cal notation will be selected. This class performs level 3 to 5 A-Capella music as

well as some small ensembles. Performances are scheduled by instructor.

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Regional Occupational Program (ROP) courses are open to juniors and seniors only. Costs: Lab donations may be recommended in classes where materials are consumed or used. Community Classroom: Some ROP classes require students to train in community businesses after the initial theory sessions. Class time at the campus location is reduced and the community training site becomes the “classroom”. Students will be required to provide their own transportation to the community training site. ROP instructors visit each student trainee during the non-paid experience. The community training provides a valuable educational experience in the real world of work. Work attitudes as well as skills are best developed in this setting.

Year Course●10 credits ● Grade 11-12

Ag. Fabrication

Prerequisite: Ag. Welding I & Ag Welding II or Ag Construction Tech I & Ag

Construction Tech II or by Teacher permission.

Agriculture Fabrication provides serious students with entry level skills in wood

working and metal works to fabrication projects. Other skills in oxy-acetylene weld-

ing and cutting, plasma welding and cutting, gluing, and fastening woods. Students

will receive instruction in safety, hand and power tool usage, planning, selecting ma-

terials and usage related to the construction of items used in agriculture, shop and

home. Students will be using their own ideas and methods in the design and fabrica-

tion of wood and metal projects. These projects will be entered at the San Joaquin

County Fair. Leadership will be taught through FFA related activities and students

will plan for their Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) Project and maintain a

project Record Book. These two components of agricultural instruction will be in-

corporated into the course grade. In order to earn a Certificate of Completion

students must take the class one period in their junior year and one in senior

year or two periods for one year.

Ripon High School

Year Course●20 credits ● Grade 11—12

Law Enforcement

This 2 period class is designed for students who are interested in a career in law en-

forcement. A variety of career opportunities will be discussed including patrol level,

local and state law enforcement, probation/patrol, federal law enforcement, and op-

portunities in the court system. The course will also include a detailed examination

of the criminal justice system.

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Student Services


Open to juniors and seniors with the approval of the supervising employee and/or ad-

ministrator. A student is limited to one class per semester without prior administrative

approval. A maximum of twenty(20) credits will be accepted toward graduation. The

following areas are included under student service at this time. Good attendance in

each of these areas, efficiency in the use of time and materials is emphasized.

(a) Teacher’s Assistant:: Students work under the supervision of the teacher perform-

ing clerical and non-teaching duties, which gives the teacher more time to function in

his/her professional capacity. Must include teacher’s request form with preference

sheet. Students can only have one Teacher TA on their schedule.

(b) Library Aide: Students work under the supervision of the librarian becoming fa-

miliar with library techniques, while actively carrying out the routine duties of the li-

brary.

(c) Office: Students work under the supervision of office personnel performing a vari-

ety of duties related to attendance, counseling, data processing, and general office pro-

cedures.

(d) District Office: Students work under the supervision of the District Office, per-

forming a variety of duties from filing to answering phones.

(e) Cafeteria: Students work under the supervision of the cafeteria manager serving

students and cleaning kitchen utensils as directed.

(f) District Office Maintenance: Students work under the direct supervision of the

district maintenance staff. Students will be required to move, carry, and deliver boxes

to the district warehouse.

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Senior Opt Out

Prerequisite:

Must be on track for graduation and must have approval from both counselor and

vice principal.

This allows seniors, who meet the academic & attendance criteria, to shorten their

school day to 5 or 6 periods. Students may opt out 1st, 7th, 1st/2nd, or 6th/7th.

Seniors must have the request form completed , signed, and attached to prefer-

ence sheet.

Year Course● Grades 12

Community College Course Options

Various courses are available for students who are on graduation track and who have

at least a 3.0 cum GPA. These courses can only be taken online or outside a

student’s current schedule.

You must have a petition for concurrent community college enrollment signed

by a counselor. This form must be completed each semester. If a high school

student receives a “D” in any college course, the community college system will

not allow the student to enroll in another course until after graduation.

Year Course● Grades 9-12

California Connections

The following are online course offerings at The California Connections Academy.

Interested students, please visit the counseling office for further information.

Business Communication, Career Exploration, Criminal Investigation, Criminal

Justice, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Early Childhood Education,

Introduction to Law, Introduction to Medical Assisting, Introduction to Sociology,

Astronomy, Java Programming, Medical Law and Ethics, Medical Terminology,

Public Speaking, Art History, Chinese, Digital Photography, French, German,

Japanese, Latin, Sign Language, Earth Space Science, Marine Science, Psychology,

3D Art, Emergent Computer Technology, Engineering Design, Game Design,

Digital Arts. *Availability is limited.

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