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REGISTRATION/COURSE GUIDE
2018-2019
Board of Directors
Rob Buchanan, President
Dr. Jim Peterson, Clerk
Robert Hatch
Lisa Morinini
Liz Phillips
Deborah Blow, Ed. D., Superintendent
Janet Bertoldi, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services
Susan Salucci, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Walter Con, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Kirby Fell, Chief Technology Officer
Joe Dana, Director of Charter Programs
Orcutt Academy High School
Rhett Carter, Principal
Joshua Ostini, Dean of Students
Kim Domingues, Administrative Assistant
Monica Cedillo, Guidance Counselor
Ana Perez, Guidance Counselor
Leigh Stephenson, Activities Director
Chad McKenzie, Athletic Director
Brenda Williams, Career and Media Specialist
Heather Bennett, Registrar
Jennifer Baird, Attendance
Orcutt Academy High School ● 610 Pinal Avenue ● Orcutt, California, 93455
(805) 938-8550
Fax: (805) 938-8599
This handbook contains important guidance and
registration information for parents and students.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
THE ORCUTT ACADEMY STORY 4
THE ORCUTT ACADEMY MISSION STATEMENT 4
THE ORCUTT ACADEMY PHILOSOPHY 4
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE 6
ORCUTT ACADEMY STAFF PHONE NUMBERS 7
ASSEMBLY BILL 428 (CARTER): REQUIRED ANNUAL NOTIFICATION 10
OAHS 2018-2019 BELL SCHEDULE 12
REGISTRATION 13
SELECTION FOR ENROLLMENT 13
GRADUATION INFORMATION 13 ORCUTT ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 14 CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS 14 CREDIT FOR COURSES TAKEN AT OTHER INSTITUTIONS (not Community Colleges) 14 COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDIT 14 EARLY GRADUATION 15
CLASSES: POLICIES 15 CLASS ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENT 15 DROP/ADD POLICY 15 HONOR COURSES (H) and ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES 15 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT COURSES (AHC COURSES TAUGHT AT OAHS) 16 COLLEGE NOW! (AHC COURSES TAUGHT at AHC- ONLINE or IN PERSON 16 SUPPLANT POLICY 16
GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT DESIGNATION 16
GRADING: POLICIES 16 GRADE REPORTS (Report Cards) 16 GRADE REPORTS (Progress Reports) 17 GRADING SYSTEM 17 UNWEIGHTED AND WEIGHTED GRADE POINT VALUES 17 ACADEMIC PROBATION 17 MAINTENANCE OF HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT STATUS 18 PASS/FAIL GRADING 18 GRADES & INELIGIBILITY 18 INCOMPLETE GRADE 19 PROCESS FOR APPEALING A GRADE ON A REPORT CARD 19 REPEAT POLICY 19
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NCAA INITIAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 19 CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FEDERATION: requirements as of 7/1/87 19 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (for Juniors and Seniors) 20 RECOGNITION at GRADUATION 20
SPECIAL PROGRAMS 20 SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM: 20
TESTING 20 CALIFORNIA’S STANDARDIZED TESTING and REPORTING (SBAC and STAR): 20 PSAT/NMSQT 20 SAT Reasoning Exam / SAT Subject Exams / ACT 21
TRANSCRIPTS 21
TEST DATES 21
(COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS) 21
UNIVERSITY and COLLEGE ADMISSIONS 22 COMMUNITY COLLEGES 22 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITIES 22 PRIVATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES 22
CSU-UC Comparison of Eligibility Requirements for 2010-11 Freshman Admission 23
Orcutt Academy High School 25
University of California and 25
California State University Requirements 25
(a)-(g) pending Approved List 25
Orcutt Academy High School 26
Math Sequencing Chart 26
Orcutt Academy Science Flow Chart 27
ATHLETICS 28 VARSITY and JV SPORTS 28 Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sport 28 ATHLETIC CREDIT REQUIREMENTS 28
ASB STUDENT COUNCIL/ACTIVITIES 29 STUDENT GOVERNMENT 29 ASB ACTIVITY CARDS 29 Clubs and Student Organizations 29 Dances 29
STUDENT PARKING 29
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 30
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SELECTING A PROGRAM 30 ARTS: VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS (FINE ARTS): 30 ENGLISH: 33 MATH: 35 SCIENCE: 38 SOCIAL STUDIES: 41 LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE): 43 PHYSICAL EDUCATION: 46 NON DEPARTMENTAL COURSES/ELECTIVES 47
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THE ORCUTT ACADEMY STORY
The Orcutt Academy grade K-12 Charter School was founded by the Board of Trustees of the Orcutt Union School District as another educational “right answer” for students of the Santa Maria Valley and surrounding area. Initial surveys to our parent community revealed a strong need for a small grade K-12 school that pursued academic excellence while encouraging career technical understanding in a relevant environment.
THE ORCUTT ACADEMY MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Orcutt Academy is to create a learning community which values the application of academic learning in the “real world” while promoting intercultural understanding and respect for others. The creation of new knowledge is encouraged and expected, thereby equipping graduates for successful academic and workforce experience as lifelong learners.
THE ORCUTT ACADEMY PHILOSOPHY
We believe all students can learn
We believe students learn best in dynamic
collaborative environments
We believe educational experiences with cross-curricular linkages make learning relevant
We believe that the achievement of the
school’s mission is a shared responsibility requiring the cooperation of students,
parents, staff and community
We believe students learn best in environments that foster mutual respect among students, parents,
staff and the community
We believe small school size encourages collegial learning among student, teachers
and our community partners
We believe the application of academic knowledge in structured career technical
education programs promotes lifelong learning
We believe that no one person can accomplish what partners in collaboration can create.
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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
To Students and Parents: The Orcutt Academy High School Registration/Course Guide is maintained and updated on the district website. (www.orcutt-schools.net), click on “schools,” scroll down to Orcutt Academy and visit the high school pages (or link directly at oahs.orcuttschools.net/). Orcutt Academy parents and students will find this guide helpful as they plan for the future. Parents and students are encouraged to review the Registration/Course Guide as part of the course selection process. The counselor and administrative staff will be glad to assist parents and students in interpreting information contained in this document. We are committed to offering our students a quality education. Parents are encouraged to be a part of their student’s planning, progress and educational success. Sincerely,
Rhett Carter Principal, Orcutt Academy High School Campus
Telephone—(805) 938-8550 FAX—(805) 938-8599
Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
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ORCUTT ACADEMY STAFF PHONE NUMBERS
From 7:00 AM to 3:45 PM call the main number at:
(805) 938-8550 Fax number: (805) 938-8599
610 Pinal Avenue Orcutt, CA 93455
Direct-line phone or call-in voice mail numbers are listed below. The main school number is (805) 938-8550. To contact staff members by e-mail, use their first initial, followed by their last name and end with @orcutt-schools.net, all in lowercase. For example: [email protected]. Rhett Carter Principal 938-8550
Josh Ostini Dean of Students 938-8550
Monica Cedillo Guidance Counselor 938-8550
Ana Perez Guidance Counselor 938-8550
Kim Domingues Administrative Assistant 938-8550
Heather Bennett Registrar 938-8550
Lauren Whitham Business Technician 938-8550
Jennifer Baird Attendance Clerk 938-8550
Chad McKenzie Athletic Director 938-8739
Leigh Stephenson Activities Director 938-8550
Brenda Williams Career and Media Specialist 938-8580
Ted Lyon Director, Special Services 938-8960
Joe Dana Director of Charter Programs 938-8934
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TEACHER SUBJECT CLASSROOM
BEN ALBERRY
STUDY SKILLS, MATH SKILLS 1 & 2 28
JOSH BENNETT
WEIGHT PE, ENT 101, BUS 101, PROD 301, HEATH 17
KRISTIN BORNHOFT
BIOLOGY, ANATOMY 20/SCI 1
ANDREW CIERVO
CHEMISTRY & SUCCESS 103
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JOSIE COBURN BAND 31
GRAHAM CULBARA
ENGLISH 11, AP LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION, LITERACY IN FILM
2
CHELSEA DAVIS ATHLETIC TRAINER 24
JOHN DELL’ARMO AP STATISTICS, PRE CALCULUS AB & BC 15
LAUREN EUBANKS ENGLISH 11 & 12, PROD 301 3
LAUREN FLATLEY
STUDY SKILLS 27
TY FREDRIKS GEOLOGY 18
LAURA GARCIA PROD 301, APEX 19
SCOTT GELOTTI ENGLISH 12, AP ENGLISH 12, CREATIVE WRITING 13
ALISSA GRAUNKE BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY 5
JENNY HUBBARD ACCOUNT & FINANCE, ALGEBRA 1, ALGEBRA SUPPORT 4
DONA KINTZI
ART 1, AP ART 2 & SUCCESS 103 31
DESIREE LOPEZ ALGEBRA 1 & ALGEBRA 2 12
CHAD MCKENZIE
ATHLETIC DIR, P.E., HEALTH 25
MEGAN MCKENZIE
ENGlish 9 & PE 14
JIM MCMANUS PHOTOGRAPHY 1, YEARBOOK & VIDEO PRODUCTION 1
JOEL MASON
HISTORY 101/102, WORLD HISTORY 8
JOSH MASON GEOMETRY 16
HEIDI MILLER
SPANISH 2 & 2H, SPANISH 3 & 3H, AP SPANISH 22
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MEGAN MONTGOMERY ENGLISH 10 & 10H 10
XIAOYAN OROZCO
CHINESE 1, CHINESE 2, CHINESE 3 & AP CHINESE 25
JENNA PACHECO
SPANISH 1 & SPANISH 2 23
OLE PEDERSEN
HISTORY 107/108 27
HEATHER PENK ALGEBRA 2, PRE CALC, BRIDGE & TOSA 11
MICHAEL SHAW ENGLISH 9 HONORS, DRAMA, JOURNALISM & CHILD ECS
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SMITHSON, ALAN CHOIR 31
LEIGH STEPHENSON
U.S. HISTORY, LEADERSHIP, ACTIVITIES DIR.
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GREGORY VERCH
ECON/GOVT, AP GOVERNMENT
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ASSEMBLY BILL 428 (CARTER): REQUIRED ANNUAL
NOTIFICATION
The purpose of this letter is to alert you to the recent enactment of Chapter 428, Statutes of 2007 (Assembly Bill 428 [Carter]). This measure, which goes into effect on January 1, 2008, requires each school district offering any of grades nine to twelve, inclusive, each school year, as part of the existing annual notification, to provide the parent or guardian of each minor pupil enrolled in any of those grades in the district with all of the following:
1. A brief explanation of college admission requirements, including the list of courses offered by the district that satisfy the subject requirements for admission to the University of California (UC) and the California State University (CSU).
2. A list of the current UC and CSU Web sites that help pupils and their families learn about
college admission requirements and that list high school courses that have been certified by the UC as satisfying the requirements for admission to the UC and CSU.
3. A brief description of what Career Technical Education (CTE) is, as defined by the
California Department of Education (CDE).
4. The Internet address for the portion of the CDE Website where pupils can learn more about CTE.
5. Information about how pupils may meet with school counselors to help them choose
courses at their school that will meet college admission requirements or enroll in CTE, or both.
The CDE’s definition of CTE, which is embodied in the vision statement contained in the Career Technical Education Framework for California Public Schools Grades Seven Through Twelve (2007), is as follows: Career technical education engages all students in a dynamic and seamless learning experience
resulting in their mastery of the career and academic knowledge and skills necessary to become productive, contributing members of society.
The Internet address for the portion of the CDE Website where pupils can learn more about CTE is http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/. For more information about college and career opportunities for California students, please visit http://www.CaliforniaColleges.edu/ (Outside Source) If you have questions regarding CTE, please contact the Secondary, Postsecondary, and Adult Leadership Division at 916-327-5055.
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If you have questions regarding UC or CSU college admission requirements, please contact the Intersegmental Relations Office at 916-323-6398. If you have questions regarding school counseling services, please contact the Counseling, Student Support, and Service-Learning Office at 916-323-2183. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely,
Joe Dana Director of Charter Programs
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OAHS 2018-2019 BELL SCHEDULE
Regular Day Block Day Minimum Day Period From To
Min Period From To
Min
Period From To
Min
Passing
7:40 AM
7:49 AM 9 Passing
7:40 AM
7:49 AM 9
Passing
7:40 AM
7:49 AM 9
Period 1
7:49 AM
8:46 AM 57
Block 1/2
7:49 AM
9:23 AM 94
Period 1
7:49 AM
8:23 AM 34
Passing
8:46 AM
8:52 AM 6 Break
9:23 AM
9:28 AM 5
Passing
8:23 AM
8:29 AM 6
Period 2
8:52 AM
9:49 AM 57 Passing
9:28 AM
9:34 AM 6
Period 2
8:29 AM
9:03 AM 34
Passing
9:49 AM
9:55 AM 6
Block 3/4
9:34 AM
11:13 AM 99
Passing
9:03 AM
9:09 AM 6
Break
9:55 AM
10:00 AM 5 Passing
11:13 AM
11:19 AM 6
Period 3
9:09 AM
9:45 AM 36
Period 3
10:00 AM
11:01 AM 61
Spartan Sem.
11:19 AM
11:50 AM 31
Break
9:45 AM
9:55 AM 10
Passing
11:01 AM
11:07 AM 6 Lunch
11:50 AM
12:30 PM 40
Passing
9:55 AM
10:01 AM 6
Period 4
11:07 AM
12:04 PM 57 Passing
12:30 PM
12:36 PM 6
Period 4
10:01 AM
10:35 AM 34
Lunch
12:04 PM
12:44 PM 40
Block 5/6
12:36 PM
2:10 PM 94
Passing
10:35 AM
10:41 AM 6
Passing
12:44 PM
12:50 PM 6
Period 5
10:41 AM
11:15 AM 34
Period 5
12:50 PM
1:47 PM 57
Passing
11:15 AM
11:21 AM 6
Passing
1:47 PM
1:53 PM 6
Period 6
11:21 AM
11:55 AM 34
Period 6
1:53 PM
2:50 PM 57
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Orcutt Academy High School Orcutt, California
REGISTRATION
Student registration will follow the annual student lottery for new students. The student lottery will occur annually on the first Wednesday following the first Tuesday in February every year. Once students are enrolled, they will not need to go through the lottery again unless they withdraw from school and seek re-entrance. It is assumed that when entering 9th grade, Orcutt Academy High School students will be ready to take high school Algebra. This is an admission criterion. Students who are selected will be provided a letter of admission and Internet access to an online Registration/Course Guide by the end of February of each year. The packet will provide incoming students the following information:
1. Registration information 2. Access to an online course guide that details all of the courses available to incoming students. 3. Enrollment documents—All students are required to complete all enrollment documents. The documents are required by the charter school to legally enroll all students. All students will be asked to bring their completed enrollment documents to scheduled student interviews. 4. Student Interviews— Student interviews are designed to inform students of what is expected of them. In addition, these interviews will help the Orcutt Academy staff better understand each student’s goals and talents.
SELECTION FOR ENROLLMENT
If the number of eligible students who submit complete lottery participation forms to the school office by the first Tuesday after the first Monday of February is larger than the estimated number of available openings per grade level for the fall semester, a lottery will be held. Using a lottery as a method of selection is required by California and federal law. If a lottery is required, the lottery will be conducted under the following provisions:
● Only students who have submitted complete, correct, and signed applications by the deadline will be included in the lottery.
● Following the lottery, a registration appointment will be scheduled in March for every registering student. Before the registration interview in March, a mathematics placement test will be administered to all entering students.
● Students whose names are drawn in the lottery after all available openings have been filled will be placed on the waiting list. This waiting list will continue to grow after the lottery and will determine student order of placement for the upcoming school year.
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GRADUATION INFORMATION
ORCUTT ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to graduate from Orcutt Academy High School, students must complete the following requirements: A) 240 total credits divided between Subject requirements and Electives, and B) Competency requirements (passing the CAHSEE). All credits must be earned from an institution that is accredited. Graduation requirements are subject to change pending School Board decisions relating to the school’s schedule and budget. The following is a description of the requirements as of 03/ 2011:
CAPSTONE A
MINIMUM HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
(Prepares student for Community College or Career Tech Schools)
CAPSTONE B
4 YEAR “A-G” COLLEGE PREP ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
(Prepares student to be eligible for University Admissions)
English 4 years English 4 years Math
Algebra 1+ 3 years Math
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2+ 3 years History 3 years History 3 years Science
Life Sciences 3 years Science
Life Sciences 3 years Drivers Ed/Health/Tech 1 year Drivers Ed/Health/Tech 1 year
Physical Education 2 years Physical Education 2 years Language Other Than English or
Visual/Performing Arts 1 year Visual/Performing Arts 1 year
Career Tech Course 1 year Language Other Than English
Same Language 2 years (minimum)
College Prep Elective/ Career Tech Course 1 year
Earn 240 Credits (required for graduation)
CAHSEE
Earn 240 Credits
CAHSEE CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
The California High School Exit Exam is a state mandated test that sets an expected level of competency for students. It must be passed in order for a student to receive a diploma from a California public school. Students who do not pass the English/Language Arts and/or Mathematics parts of the test will be required to take a class for remediation. CREDIT FOR COURSES TAKEN AT OTHER INSTITUTIONS (not Community
Colleges)
Concurrent credit taken at another high school must be approved in writing, prior to taking the course, by the Principal or his designee. COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDIT
Orcutt Academy High School students who attend a community college must seek prior written approval for high school credit from the OAHS counselor first. High school credit will only be granted for courses that fulfill the requirements of courses listed in this Registration/Course Guide. High school credit will only be granted for courses approved by the school principal or his designee.
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Community college credit for high school credit will be granted in the amounts stipulated below:
Community College Credit Orcutt Academy High School Credit 0.5 unit 2.0 units 1.0 units 3.3 units 1.5 units 5.0 units 2.0 units 6.6 units 3.0 units 10.0 units 4.0 units 13.2 units 5.0 units 17.0 units
Students are responsible for delivering a transcript from their completed community college courses to the school counselor. Credit will not be considered until this occurs. EARLY GRADUATION
Students wishing to explore the possibility of graduating from high school in less than four years should meet with the counselor.
CLASSES: POLICIES
CLASS ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENT
All Orcutt Academy High School students are required to take six classes each semester. Exceptions to this requirement must be approved by the principal or principal’s designee. A minimum of four courses per semester can be taken on a case-by-case basis during the senior year if the student has completed or is nearly finished with graduation requirements. To be considered for a free period, a student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. DROP/ADD POLICY
All program changes start and end in the Guidance/Counseling Office. All courses, including the Elective Courses, are year long courses unless stated otherwise. Only due to an exceptional circumstance, and with the approval of school administration, will a student be allowed to change a course. Students repeating a class should note the policies on repeated courses as explained under the "Grading: Policies" and "Repeat Policy" sections of this booklet.
* Teacher preference or period preference is not considered sufficient reason for a program change. Program changes are not allowed to rearrange schedules to accommodate athletics.
* Requests for program changes must be completed within the first two weeks of the semester. AFTER THAT TIME THE ONLY CHANGES ALLOWED ARE AS FOLLOWS:
* PROGRAM LEVEL CHANGES will be allowed ONLY until the Friday of the third week of each semester if it is teacher recommended and with parental permission. Late requests will not be accepted; paperwork must be completed by the deadline.
Note: A student who is dropped from a class will drop with an “F” grade. Students may not voluntarily drop a class if it puts their class load below the minimum “on campus” requirement.
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HONOR COURSES (H) and ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES
Honors and AP courses are provided for highly advanced academic students. Students who meet prerequisites may enroll in Honors or AP courses. Students who do not meet the prerequisites may not sign up for an Honors or AP class without a completed waiver form. Before the waiver is honored, a meeting will be called by the student's guidance counselor and must be attended by the counselor, the student, and his/her parent. Letter grades of “A,” “B,” or "C" will receive “weighted” credit; whether courses receive weighted credit is indicated by the course title in the Registration Guide. Weighted credit means that Honors courses grades 10-12 and AP courses will be graded on a 5.0 scale (5.0 = A, 4.0 = B, 3.0 = C). Note: Freshman Honors classes are not weighted. Advanced Placement courses (AP) significantly exceed expectation and the time commitment of a regular high school, college prep class. Students who take this course are expected to take the AP exam. Students who successfully pass the AP exam may receive college credit at a university or college they attend in the future. There is a financial commitment for taking an AP exam. Consult your counselor for details. Homework in Honors classes substantially exceeds that of College Prep/non-honors classes. NOTE: Advanced Placement classes are taught in an accelerated format comparable to that of a university level course and, therefore, require extensive out-of-class work. CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT COURSES (AHC COURSES TAUGHT AT OAHS)
Students will have the opportunity to enroll in various concurrent enrollment courses. Due to limited sections, students will need teacher recommendation for these courses which will be based on current, grades, overall performance in class, attendance etc. If a student enrolls in a concurrent enrollment class they must register as an Allan Hancock student and must be able to complete the entire semester. Please note that students will receive credit at both, OAHS and AHC. Students will be given 5 units for any passing grade on their high school transcript and will also receive honors level weighting. Prod 301 will not receive honors level weighting. The unit designation for AHC transcripts will be assigned by AHC. COLLEGE NOW! (AHC COURSES TAUGHT at AHC- ONLINE or IN PERSON
Students are encouraged to investigate the College Now Program with their high school counselor during their junior and senior year. This is a special opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to take selected college courses during high school. All credit earned at a community college will be weighted credit on an honors level. SUPPLANT POLICY
Any student enrolled in Orcutt Academy High School will not receive credit for another accredited school’s course if that course supplants a course offered concurrently in the Orcutt Academy.
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GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT DESIGNATION
The following list represents: A) the recommended number of credits students should have completed by the time they enter each respective school year, and B) the number of credits which reflect when a student would be considered deficient in credits. Students who are credit-deficient and in jeopardy of not graduating will be notified by mail in the summer preceding each school year.
Grade Level Recommended credits Deficient when credits equal 10 63 62 or less 11 126 125 or less 12 189 176 or less
While students can make up a deficiency in credits, it becomes increasingly difficult to do so the farther behind they get. In order not to jeopardize graduation, students should stay as close as possible to the recommended credit totals listed above. (Remember: no more than 63 credits can be earned in one academic year).
GRADING: POLICIES
GRADE REPORTS (REPORT CARDS)
Report cards are mailed home after first and second semester. All other grades will be posted on the AERIES Portal at the 6 week grading periods. GRADE REPORTS (PROGRESS REPORTS)
Progress reports are available at the end of each six-week grading period through the Aeries Parent Portal. A ParentSquare notice will be sent out notifying parents that they may check their student’s grades on the Portal when grades become available. At the first and fourth progress report, parents may pick up a progress report during parent-teacher conferences held in the Multi-Use Room. Students whose grades fall below a 2.0 grade point average at each grading period will have their progress report mailed home along with an intervention letter. If parents would like a hard copy of their child’s report card, they may request one in the front office. GRADING SYSTEM
A = Superior NC = No Credits B = Above Average I = Incomplete C = Average P = Pass D = Below Average, Student in danger of failing F = Failure
Credits are earned by passing courses with grades of A, B, C, D, or P. Any of these grades received at the end of a semester length course will earn the student five (5) credits. An “F” grade, a “NM” and an “I” grade earn no credit. “Pass” grades are not factored into determining a student’s GPA.
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UNWEIGHTED AND WEIGHTED GRADE POINT VALUES
The chart below displays the grading system for unweighted courses and weighted courses (Honors and Advanced Placement). Unweighted courses are graded on a traditional 4.0 grade point average. Honors and AP courses are graded on a weighted 5.0 scale. Student transcripts will report all grades in weighted and unweighted fashion to assist university transcript evaluators in their review of each student’s high school grades.
Grade Assignment Minimum %
Unweighted Grade Value
Honors/Advanced Placement
Weighted Grade A+ 97% 4.0 5.00 A 93% 4.0 5.00 A- 90% 4.0 4.75 B+ 87% 3.0 4.25 B 83% 3.0 4.00 B- 80% 3.0 3.75 C+ 77% 2.0 3.25 C 73% 2.0 3.00 C- 70% 2.0 2.75 D+ 67% 1.0 1.00 D 63% 1.0 1.00 D- 60% 1.0 1.00 F 1% 0 0.00 Incomplete 0%
ACADEMIC PROBATION
At the high school, any student whose grade point average (GPA) drops below 2.0 at the end of each six-week grading period (Progress Report or Semester Report Card) must participate in the school’s academic intervention program. When the student’s GPA rises above 2.0 at the end of a progress period, the student may exit the program. MAINTENANCE OF HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT STATUS
If a student is failing to thrive in the Charter School’s high school as evidenced by failing to maintain a grade point average of 2.0 at the end of a given semester or failing to make meaningful progress towards obtaining sufficient credits to graduate, the student must participate in the school’s academic intervention program or credit recovery program (See Element 8 of the Orcutt Academy Charter). Those programs will be made available for at least three (3) semesters. If a student fails to make up the required credits or to bring up their grade point average after three (3) semesters of participation in the academic intervention or credit recovery program, then they will be notified by the high school that they may not be eligible to continue in the Charter program.
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The District will provide due process to any student subject to this section in the form of notice and an opportunity to be heard. The notice will include the opportunities and interventions the student was afforded to raise their grade point average and/or to make up credits and the resources provided to them by the Charter School to make meaningful progress towards raising their grade point average or credit progress. The notice will also include that the student is entitled to a hearing before a neutral panel of educators from within the District to include three (3) administrators from sites other than OAHS and will be facilitated by the Director of Charter Programs or another District administrator designated by the Superintendent. The panel will review what steps have been taken to assist the student and whether the site administration has concluded that OAHS is the best program for the student’s academic goals, including making meaningful progress towards graduation. The determination to be made after the hearing will be whether continuing in the Charter School’s program is in the student’s academic interests in the form of meaningful progress towards graduation from OAHS. If the panel determines that it is not in the student’s academic interests to remain in the Charter high school, then the Charter School will assist the student and parent/guardian with locating and returning to his/her school of residence or another educational placement. PASS/FAIL GRADING
Only selected classes can be graded on a Credit/No Credit basis. Classes that are considered CR/NC are Teacher Assistant and Office Assistant and Spartan Seminar. Students must complete certain assignments in their Spartan Seminar classes in order to receive credit. These assignments are all from the Naviance online program. GRADES & INELIGIBILITY
To be eligible to participate in extracurricular and co-curricular activities, students must meet California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) scholastic eligibility for extracurricular and co-curricular activities. The student must be: 1. Enrolled in at least 20 semester hours of work (four 5 credit courses). 2. Passing the equivalent of at least 20 semester hours of work (four 5 credit courses) at the completion of the most recent grading period. 3. Maintaining minimum progress toward meeting the high school graduation requirements. 4. Maintained, during the previous grading period, a minimum 2.0 grade point average in all classes. INCOMPLETE GRADE
An “I” (Incomplete) can only be posted for two weeks following the distribution of grades. (A grade of “I” on any report card will be counted as an “F” for eligibility purposes until the incomplete has been changed to a grade by the instructor.) After two weeks, the instructor will be required to change the grade to reflect the student’s achievement. PROCESS FOR APPEALING A GRADE ON A REPORT CARD
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A student who believes he/she has received a grade in error should contact the instructor as soon as possible to verify and correct the grade. If the instructor disagrees with the student, the student may appeal the grade. The appeal should be in the form of a letter to the principal, explaining why the student disagrees with the grade. The principal will convene a grade appeal committee meeting within ten school days of the receipt of the appeal-letter; the principal will provide a written decision on the appeal. The principal will include in that response the steps for further appeal procedures. REPEAT POLICY
Students who wish to repeat an academic course to improve their grade or who need to retake a failed course in order to meet graduation requirements or to meet prerequisites, should see their counselor. If the course is offered during a high school summer session or locally by the community college, it may not be made-up during the regular school year schedule.
NCAA INITIAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
High school athletes who plan to participate on NCAA Division I or II college athletic teams need to know the specific course and SAT/ACT test standards to meet NCAA Eligibility Requirements. These requirements may be different from the Orcutt Academy’s graduation and college/university admission requirements. Contact your counselor for the most current NCAA information as requirements are subject to frequent changes. CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FEDERATION: requirements as of 7/1/87
CSF chapter membership is earned each semester during high school. Membership is not automatic and application must be made each semester during the stated filing period. 1. Previous semester grades determine membership. 2. Application window is within the first 4 weeks after a semester on a date established by the sponsor. An application fee of $5.00 must be submitted with the application. 3. List all courses taken; omit none. Semester grades and CSF points are A=3, B=1, C=0. One additional point will be awarded for an Honors grade of A or B up to a total of 2 points. (Honors B=2). Any D or F semester grade debars membership. 4. List two or more courses from List 1. Seniors may use all List II courses. No CSF points are granted for PE, Student Service, or repeated courses. 5. Ten (10) CSF points must be earned in five courses including at least seven (7) points from List I or II. List I: All UC certified courses. List II: All other academic courses. List III: All other courses except P.E. and Student Service. 6. Application blanks and additional help may be obtained from the sponsor. 7. A Gold Sealbearer is a CSF member who has earned membership during four (4) of the last six semesters of high school with one semester being during the senior year. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (for Juniors and Seniors)
Membership in this prestigious national organization is by invitation. Selection is made by the Faculty Advisory Council and is based on four areas: scholarship (students must have a minimum of a 3.5 unweighted GPA), leadership, service, and character. An annual induction ceremony is held in the fall. In addition to keeping their grades up, members must participate in society service projects and maintain good character.
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RECOGNITION at GRADUATION
Graduating seniors with a cumulative weighted G.P.A. of a 4.00 and above are recognized as graduating with HIGHEST HONORS. Graduating seniors with a cumulative weighted G.P.A. of 3.50 to 3.99 are recognized as graduating with HIGH HONORS.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
HONORS PROGRAM
These courses are taught at a faster pace and go into greater depth than regular academic courses and earn an extra, or weighted, grade point for an A, B, or C. SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM:
It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to notify Orcutt Academy if his/her student has an active IEP or 504 Plan. Orcutt Academy High School offers Special Education services through a Learning Center Model.
TESTING
CALIFORNIA’S STANDARDIZED TESTING and REPORTING (SBAC and STAR):
As of 6/10/14, California students have completed a practice run of a full assessment in math, English language arts (ELA), or both for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) System. These assessments aligned to the Common Core State Standards consist of two parts. Each “test” is one of the two parts to the ELA or math assessment. Testing is scheduled in short blocks over several days, so the number of tests completed is expected to be less than the number of tests started in any given day. This State Board-approved testing for CAASP is required of eleventh grade students. Subjects areas tested are reading, writing, and mathematics. Parents are asked to encourage their students to do their best as student results sometimes contribute to academic course placement and affect the school’s educational ranking in California. PSAT/NMSQT
All students in grades 11th will have the opportunity to take the PSAT once a year each October. This Pre-SAT tool helps students take stock of their achievements and interests. PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. It's a standardized test that provides first hand practice for the SAT Reasoning Test™. It also gives you a chance to enter National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) scholarship programs. There is an exam fee which the student is responsible for. Fee waivers will be available to those students who qualify. All students in grade 10 will take the PSAT in February.
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SAT Reasoning Exam / SAT Subject Exams / ACT
Most four year colleges and universities require either the SAT Reasoning exam or the ACT as a part of the admission process. In addition, some colleges require two SAT Subject exams. College entrance requirements must be checked carefully. Registration forms and Student Bulletins are available in the Guidance/Counseling Office. * Students planning to attend four-year colleges are encouraged to take the SAT Reasoning or ACT exam in the spring (or winter for practice) of their Junior year. Students can take the exam as many times as they wish; colleges will use student’s best scores to determine admission. The SAT Subject exams, which are subject area exams, should be taken following completion of the applicable course (i.e. take the SAT Biology exam following the completion of the highest level Biology course, even if it falls in the Freshman or Sophomore year). Many colleges will not accept test scores after the December test date of the student's senior year. Test dates are announced in the fall.
TRANSCRIPTS
Unofficial transcripts are provided for current students for $0.50 per copy and official transcripts are $1.00 per copy. Thereafter, a fee of $2.00 per transcript will be charged. Transcripts may be ordered from the Guidance Office.
TEST DATES
(COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS)
The following test dates are based on a test-date-formula that gives a “best estimate” of test dates. Not all exact dates were available in time for this printing. You should check the board in the Counseling Office in late August or early September to confirm the exact test dates. You can also check the websites (noted below) for exact test dates and registration process. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) www.collegeboard.org (Exact test dates will be available on this website in May.)
Test Approx. Test Dates Deadlines SAT & Subject Tests October Registration deadlines are generally SAT & Subject Tests November one month before the test date (late SAT & Subject Tests December registration costs an additional $15.00).
Costs (Approximate fees): SAT only March SAT $64.50 SAT & Subject Tests May SAT Subject Tests $22.00 per subject SAT & Subject Tests June plus registration fee $24.50 Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test - (PSAT / NMSQT)
October Sign up in Counseling Office Approximate cost: $15.00 Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
May Sign up with AP Teacher Approximate cost $93.00 (Partial Fee Waivers are available)
American College Test (ACT) Approx. fee $52.00 Approx. late fee $20.00 September October December February April Sign up at: www.act.org
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UNIVERSITY and COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Students planning to attend a college or university must select their programs to meet the specific requirements of the higher institution as requirements vary from one institution to another. Generally, private colleges and universities consider the quality and quantity of academic preparation. Capable students are urged to meet the admissions requirements for the University of California/California State University (UC/CSU) system if undecided about a particular college. Please note that university admissions directors indicate that chances for admission are enhanced by a strong school record which reflects demanding courses. Additionally, participation in a well-managed extracurricular program is recommended. Applications for the UC and CSU systems are usually available online by the first of October. The initial filing period for CSU applications begins October 1st and for the UC on November 1st. Watch the deadlines as most UC’s only accept applications through Nov 30th. Applications for private/independent colleges and universities will need to be requested directly from the college by the student. Most private colleges and universities will require letters of recommendation. Students must request these at least ten school work days prior to their due date. Students are warned that counselors do not work over winter break. COMMUNITY COLLEGES
There are no specific courses, GPA, or admission tests required for acceptance to a California community college. Allan Hancock College requires new students to attend a STAR testing session which will include basic skills assessment, orientation to the college, and advising by counselors. Other community colleges require a placement test and an orientation. Students who intend to transfer to another college after completing community college should plan a high school program that will enable them eventually to handle university-level study. Community colleges also offer vocational/technical programs. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITIES
The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems each have the same minimum course requirements called “A-G” Requirements. To meet these requirements, students must earn a “C” grade or above in each course. Weighted grades for honors and AP courses are determined by the two systems. Note that not all of these classes are weighted. In addition, the UC system highly recommends that students go above and beyond the minimum course requirements with a challenging course load throughout high school. Each system requires students to submit College Entrance Test scores from either the SAT I (Reasoning Test) or ACT. An Eligibility Index is in place for each system that takes into account students’ GPA in A-G courses and scores from Entrance Tests. Meeting the Eligibility Index does not guarantee admissions, only that students have met at least the minimum standards. PRIVATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Each private college/university throughout the country has its own admissions requirements. While some have requirements similar to a UC or CSU, students should always learn about each campus’ requirements before applying (including College Entrance Tests). Typically, the best way to learn about each college is to go to its official website. Students may see their counselor to find those sites. Students should be aware that awarding weighted grades for honors and AP courses are at the discretion of each college.
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CSU-UC COMPARISON of MINIMUM FRESHMAN ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS FOR for 2018-2019
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University of California and
California State University Requirements
(a)-(g) Approved List
(a) History/Social Science Two years - required
US History/Geography AP US History History 101/102 History 107/108 World History AP American Government
(b) English Four years required
English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 Honors English 9 Honors English 10
AP English 11: Language and Comp AP English 12:Literature & Comp
(c) Math Three years – required Four years - recommended
Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC AP Statistics
(d) Lab Science Two years – required Three years – recommended (One year of life science lab and year of physical science lab.)
Biology Chemistry Conceptual Physics Mechatronics AP Biology Physiology/Anatomy Physics AP Physics
(e) International Language Two years of same language required Three years - recommended
Spanish I Spanish 2/2H Spanish 3/3H AP Spanish
Chinese 1 Chinese 2 Chinese 3 AP Chinese
(f) Visual and Performing Arts One year – required (Must be in the same VPA area, i.e. art or drama.)
Drama & Theater Art Exploration 1 Art Exploration 2 Art Exploration 3 Choir
Photography 1 Photography 2 Video Production AP Drawing AP Studio Art: 2D Design & 3D Concert Band
(g) College Prep Electives One year - required
Earth Science Engineering 1 Economics Creative Writing Sociology ECS 100 Business Economics Professional Development 301
Speech/Debate Journalism Literacy Through Film Yearbook
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Orcutt Academy High School
Math Sequencing Chart
Incoming freshmen will be evaluated by multiple measures. Students will take a math placement exam and OAHS staff will evaluate student’s current math placement and grades, California Standards Test scores and teacher recommendation. Students will be placed into one of the following math sequences:
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Orcutt Academy Science Flowchart
Algebra 1 Geometry
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ATHLETICS
VARSITY and JV SPORTS
Basic Requirements for Participation in Student Activities: Orcutt Academy High School offers an extensive extracurricular activity program. It is the intent of this program to offer the participants the opportunity to develop skills and talents in a healthy and constructive way outside the normal classroom setting. Because involvement in school activities places a student in the role as a representative of the school, high moral, ethical, and health standards will be required of them.
ATHLETICS:
FALL WINTER SPRING Cross Country (boys/girls) Basketball (boys) Track (boys/girls)
Golf (girls) Basketball (girls) Golf (boys) Tennis (girls) Soccer (boys) Tennis (boys)
Volleyball (girls) Soccer (girls) Swim/Dive (boys/girls) Football (boys) Volleyball (boys) YEAR ROUND Soft Ball (girls)
Cheer Baseball (boys) Dance
CIF SOUTHERN SECTION ELIGIBILITY RULES
All CIF Southern Section eligibility rules apply to any games, including practice, interscholastic scrimmage, league, tournament, or play-off. To practice for and compete in interscholastic athletics, a student must ● Be under nineteen (19) years of age before
September 1 ● Meet the attendance requirements ● Meet the residence and citizenship requirements
● Be eligible scholastically ● Show proof of medical insurance ● Not participate in any tryout for a professional
or collegiate team ● Not compete on outside teams during the
season of sport
● Be an amateur
● Get a physical exam from a doctor prior to participation
● Complete the necessary participation forms
ATHLETIC CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
Student athletes who fulfill their 9th grade Physical Education requirement may complete the remainder of their 10 units of physical education through participation in interscholastic sports. Students successfully completing a full season of sport will be eligible to waive (5) units of physical education credit for their participation in each sport in the 10th grade. A full season is the ability to participate physically in over 50% of the practices and games. An athlete who is injured for over 50% of the season will not earn credit.
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ASB STUDENT COUNCIL/ACTIVITIES
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Orcutt Academy offers a wide range of co-curricular activities. Every student, by virtue of his/her enrollment, is a member of the ASB (Associated Student Body). The ASB officers/Student Council serves as the voice of the students in all major school affairs and acts as the liaison between students and the administration. The Student Council meets as a class with the ASB advisor to organize school activities. ASB ACTIVITY CARDS
Each student enrolled at OAHS is issued a photo I.D. card in the fall. Replacement cards cost $5.00 each. I.D. cards should be carried by students at all times while on campus. The ID card will be required when checking out textbooks and conducting all financial transactions with the student store. Students may also purchase an ASB Activity sticker for $30 to support ASB activities and athletics. This sticker will entitle the student to free admission to all home athletic events, discounts on school activities/dances, and a discount for the yearbook. Students must be an ASB cardholder to participate in the following: ASB & Class Officers, Athletic Teams including Cheer. Clubs and Student Organizations
Official student organizations play an important role in the social and educational life of students at Orcutt Academy High School. A school staff member must serve as a sponsor and the club must be organized according to ASB regulations. Information about forming clubs can be found in the ASB office. Dances
School dances are organized by the Student Government or other school organizations throughout the year. The following rules will be applied to all dances: ●All chaperones have full authority at all dances. ●Students whose conduct is improper may be asked to leave a dance and/or report to the appropriate administrator the next day. ●Smoking, drinking, and/or drug involvement are not permitted at any school function. Such conduct will be subject to the same discipline/consequences as occurs during a regular school day, including involvement of law enforcement, if appropriate.
STUDENT PARKING
Students may park on campus in designated student areas if they possess a valid student parking sticker. Parking stickers may be purchased at the school office. At the time of purchase students will be required to sign the parking agreement that indicates the rules to be followed in regards to the vehicle being parked on campus. Please keep in mind that students must have and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA to have parking privileges on campus. Please see front office for details related to parking. Students are not allowed to
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park in Staff designated parking spaces. Student spaces in the front lot are reserved for Senior class students. Parking lots are monitored throughout the day.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SELECTING A PROGRAM
Developing a program of classes should be a task shared by students and parents. Graduation requirements, college entrance requirements, and career goals should be carefully reviewed and thoroughly discussed in order to reflect your specific goals and directions. Attention should be given to appropriate grade level, course length, amount of homework required, and any required prerequisites. Courses with insufficient enrollment may not be offered, in which case, alternate selections will be used from your selection sheet. ALTERNATE COURSES MUST BE LISTED IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE. Any change in course selections should be requested prior to the end of school in June. If you have any questions, please contact your counselor. LEGEND: (HP) Honors class, UC/CSU certified (P) UC/CSU certified (AP) Advanced Placement
ARTS: VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS (FINE ARTS):
Students must complete one year of either a visual/performing art course OR one year of a foreign language.
1601-1602 Art Exploration 1 (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing
Arts credit Prerequisite: None Art Exploration is introduction to art theory and application in the areas of drawing, design, painting, and sculpture. Explore different mediums: chalk, oil pastel, pencil, charcoal, acrylic, tempera, and watercolor. Create sculptures with paper mache and clay. No experience is required to take this class.
1605-1606 Art 2 Studio Art (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts
credit Prerequisite: Art Exploration 1 Using the principles of design, students develop advanced technique. Students devise and use strategies for imagining and implementing images and apply color theory to augment representation. There will be an emphasis on drawing from real objects, using correct proportions, creating depth and perspective in drawing and painting.
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1607-1608 Art 3 Portfolio Preparation (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts
credit Prerequisite: Art Exploration 1 Students must be able to demonstrate skills in rendering, layout, and color theory. Class will focus on developing portfolios, exploring in depth one’s artistic style, and the techniques and processes used to facilitate their development.
1611-1612 Choir (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts credit Prerequisite: None This class gives students the opportunity to develop vocal skills, musicianship, and team building techniques. Choral music pieces are rehearsed and performed in a united atmosphere committed to excellence. Students must be available to participate in concerts after school and weekends in December and May. 1615-1616 Theater & Drama (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts credit Prerequisite: None This year-long course introduces students to basic stage and acting skills. Through a variety of group activities, students will apply, develop, and hone these skills while also learning and applying skills necessary for effective group membership. First semester introduces students to general theater skills and scene work from selected skills by casting, rehearsing and performing scenes in performance venues. Students will be required to participate in all scheduled performances during and outside school hours. The class provides a stimulating yet safe environment to conquer fears and take risks to step outside one’s comfort zone.
1621-1622 Band (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 UC requirement “f” only – Visual/Performing Arts credit Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 Prerequisite: Two years band experience or equivalent & ability to read and play music proficiently The band prepares and performs symphonic band music covering a wide range of styles. Instruction emphasizes the importance of music fundamentals, instrument technique, and solo/group performance. Students will also explore music history and culture, critical listening skills, music notation, and improvisation. Cooperative effort is stressed as the means by which musical goals are achieved. The band also represents the high school at athletic events and parades. Individual practice, as well as evening and weekend performances will be required. 1625-1626 Photography 1 (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 UC requirement “f” only – Visual/Performing Arts credit Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10
This year- long course introduces students to the basics of digital photography, printing, and editing.
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Students are introduced to the history of photography, current trends in photographic art, methods of critical analysis, and issues related to visual literacy. Each assignment is introduced with reference to relevant historical and contemporary photographic work. This course should help the student in an investigation of photography as an expressive medium.
1631-1632 Photography 2 (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester
■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing
Arts credit Prerequisite: Photography 1 In this year-long course, students will learn advanced techniques building on the knowledge and skills introduced in Photography I. Photoshop applications, terminologies and characteristics of the digital camera, as well as samples of traditional black and white photography will be covered. Examination of historical connections and commercial studio productions will be introduced. Students will work towards a finished portfolio to be presented at the end of the year to a panel of outside professionals in the industry. Aesthetic values and professional practice will be demonstrated in this portfolio. Students will produce a body of work that best demonstrates their distinctive personal style and newfound vision of the world around them. Students will continue to evaluate critically their own work as well as the work of their peers in formal critique sessions. 1639-1640 Advanced Placement 2-D Design Portfolio (AP) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester
■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing
Arts credit Prerequisite: Photography 1 or Art 2 This long-year course is intended for advanced Photography or Art students ready to develop a final AP portfolio. The class will examine current trends in photography as well as Photoshop applications in more depth. Students will be on a path towards the development of a personal style and the perfection of the art of photography. Students will create digital images as well as traditional black and white darkroom photographs. Historical and current applications will be covered and studied; students will be required to investigate issues and report back on their findings. The guidelines for AP Photography are the same as AP 2-D Design Portfolio and will be followed. 1641 - 1642 Advanced Placement 3-D Portfolio (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts
credit Prerequisite: Art Exploration 1 For the 3-D Design Portfolio, students submit digital images of the art works they created as well as an artist statement in which they describe ideas investigated and explain how the ideas evolved as they created their body of work. All portfolios are assessed by at least two highly experienced studio art educators (AP Studio Art teachers or higher education faculty) who apply standard scoring criteria, with respect to the forms and content.
1643 1644 Advanced Placement Drawing Portfolio (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12
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Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “f” – Visual/Performing Arts credit
Prerequisite: Art Exploration 1 For the Drawing Design Portfolio, students submit digital images of the art works they created as well as an artist statement in which they describe ideas investigated and explain how the ideas evolved as they created their body of work. All portfolios are assessed by at least two highly experienced studio art educators (AP Studio Art teachers or higher education faculty) who apply standard scoring criteria, with respect to the forms and content.
ENGLISH: Students must pass four years of English and the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) in reading & writing in order to graduate. 1101-1102 College Prep English 9 (P) Grade: ■ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: None College Prep. English 9 is the first year course in a four-year English requirement for acceptance to four-year colleges and universities. This is a literature-based course which will provide the student many opportunities for intensive thinking, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will focus on core works of literature and modes of writing. 1105-1106 Honors English 9 (HP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: ■ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Study Time per week = 6-7 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and “B” or better in 8th grade English both semesters NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of non-honors class. This is a literature-based course, which will provide the student many opportunities for intensive thinking, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will focus on core works of literature and modes of writing. This class is designed for students who are talented in reading and writing. The expectation is that students in this class are choosing to take the most challenging class in the English series on the way to Advanced Placement English Language in their junior year. Note: Freshman Honors classes are not weighted. 1111-1112 College Prep English 10 (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: None The primary purpose of this course is to enable students to comprehend and appreciate literature through the analytical reading of significant works as well as to develop skills necessary for critical assessment of literature. Additionally, students will continue to refine the thinking, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills introduced in College Prep English 9.
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1115-1116 Honors English 10 (HP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Study Time per week = 6-7 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:10 UC requirement “b” – weighted English
credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and “B” or better in both semesters of Honors English 9 NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of CP class. The primary purpose of this course is to enable students to comprehend and appreciate literature through the analytical reading of significant works as well as to develop skills necessary for critical assessment of literature. Additionally, students will continue to refine the thinking, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills introduced in Honors CP English 9. The course will challenge students’ logic, creativity, insight, and technical skills as they come to an understanding of literary discourse. 1121-1122 College Prep English 11 (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: None The purpose of this course is to enable students 1) to develop appreciation and thinking skills while analyzing literature; 2) to master the modes of discourse, crafting interesting, well-organized, argumentative and expository essays; 3) to study and refine language skills; 4) to develop vocabulary in preparation for the SAT; and 5) to give formal speeches. 1125-1126 Advanced Placement English Language and Composition (AP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 □ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – weighted English credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and a “B” or better both semesters in English 10 or English 10 H NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of CP class. The AP English Language and Composition course is designed to help students become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and to become skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer's purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as well as the way generic conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. Students taking this course are expected to take the AP exam in May. College credit may be given upon passing the AP test with a qualifying score. 1141-1142 College Prep English 12 (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: None College Prep English 12 is designed to meet the needs of 12th graders who intend to enter a college or university program. The class centers around a broad body of literary works studied in depth and used to further develop skills in reading, writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening.
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1145-1146 Advanced Placement English Literature (AP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 8-10 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – weighted English
credit Prerequisite: “B” or better in both semesters of CP English 11 or AP English Language NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of non honors class. The purpose of this rigorous course is to enable students to analyze and appreciate great literature, reading widely and deeply; to master the appropriate modes of discourse; to further develop critical thinking skills; and to prepare for the AP examination in English literature. The work-load is demanding and intense. Summer reading is required; lists are available in the guidance office and on the OAHS website. 1123 - 1124 Expository Reading and Writing (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “b” – English credit Prerequisite: None This course is a rigorous, rhetorically based, full-year college preparatory English course for high school seniors designed to support college-readiness in English for California's diverse students. The course was published by The California State University Press (1st edition, 2008; 2nd edition 2013) and has currently been adopted by upwards of 700 comprehensive high schools throughout the state. Notably, the ERWC aligns with the California Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy, addresses critical academic literacy challenges identified by the CSU English Placement Test Committee and ICAS (the Intersegmental Committee of the Academic Senates of the three segments of public higher education in California), and successfully prepares students to meet the academic demands and expectations of college and university faculty. The course's 12 modules, which include a wide variety of expository texts and some literature, emphasize the in-depth study of expository, analytical, and argumentative reading and writing. The University of California (UC) has approved the ERWC for area B credit (of the A-G requirements), and the Course meets college preparatory requirements for both the UC and the CSU.
MATH:
Students must pass three years of math, one year of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent in order to graduate. Students must also pass the California High School Exit Exam in Math (CAHSEE).
1011-1012 Algebra 1 (P) REQUIRED for graduation
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “c” only – Math credit. Prerequisite: If in 8th grade, a passing-score on Algebra Readiness Test. "C" grade or better (“B”
or better recommended) in all trimesters/semesters of pre-algebra or equivalent course Algebra I is the beginning mathematics class in the college prep sequence. This course includes the use of variables, equations and inequalities, radicals, properties of numbers, formulas, polynomials, factoring and graphing. Students use these concepts in developing a methodical approach to problem solving. 1015-1016 Geometry (P)
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Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “c” only – Math credit. Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Algebra 1B with a “C” or better both semesters This course is the study of the properties and relationships of points, lines, planes, and the figures they form. Emphasis is placed on the study of geometry as a logical system based on deductive reasoning. This course is useful for further work in mathematics and science. Freshmen who enroll in Geometry who have earned a “B” or better in all trimesters/semesters of 8th grade science will be enrolled in Biology. 1021-1022 Algebra 2 (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 4-6 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “c” only
Prerequisite: Second semester Algebra 1 or Geometry (whichever was immediately previous) with a C- or better During the first semester, this course reviews and expands upon the basic fundamentals of Algebra I including properties of real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs and functions, systems of equations, polynomial and factoring, and fractional expressions and equations. During the second semester, advanced topics are covered in depth. These topics include complex numbers; quadric equations and functions; conics; polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions; sequences, series, probability, matrices, and trigonometry. 1025-1026 Pre-Calculus (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 4-6 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “c”
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 with a “B” or better This course uses techniques that students have previously learned from the study of Algebra and Geometry. Trigonometric functions are studied geometrically rather than algebraically. This course also strengthens trigonometric and algebraic techniques needed to prepare for the study of calculus. The most significant new concept is that of limits. 1031-1032 Advanced Placement Calculus AB (AP) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “c”
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with a “B” or better both semesters weighted Math credit NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a college prep class. This course is equivalent to the first semester of college calculus. Topics include properties of functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and its applications, and integration and its applications. The topics are those recommended for an AP Calculus AB class. Students are expected to take the AP exam in May. 1041-1042 Advanced Placement Calculus BC (AP) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours
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Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “c” – weighted Math credit.
Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB with a "C" or better both semesters NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a non-honors class. AP Calculus BC is a one-year weighted course designed to provide students with the skills to pass the College Board’s Calculus BC exam. This class follows the AP Calculus A/B course outline with additional topics including parametric, polar, and vector functions, application of integrals including lengths of curves, polynomial approximations, and series and sequences. Successful passage of the AP exam will lead to the granting of college credits at most colleges and universities. 1045-1046 AP Statistics (AP) Articulation credit with Allan Hancock College available Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours Course Length: □ Semester
■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “c” only –weighted
Math credit. Prerequisite: pass Algebra II with a "B" or better The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: 1. Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns 2. Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study 3. Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation 4. Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses Students who successfully complete the course and exam may receive credit, advanced placement or both for a one-semester introductory college statistics course. 1035-1036 Accounting and Finance I Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
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Prerequisite: Basic math ability and keyboard knowledge Students will apply technology to common business tasks in accounting, finance, and personal investments. Students will analyze, record, and interpret business transactions in the accounting cycle for proprietorships and partnerships using traditional ledger and computer software.
1810 - 1811 Math Skills 1
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 Prerequisite: Must be a student with an IEP This course is for students who are placed by their Resource teacher and counselor based on their math ability. If students take this course they must continue to take this course all 4 years of high school or until they transfer into a college prep math course.
1812 – 1813 Math Skills 2
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10
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Prerequisite: Must be a student with an IEP This course is for students who are placed by their Resource teacher and counselor based on their math ability. If students take this course they must continue to take this course all 4 years of high school or until they transfer into a college prep math course. This is the second level of Math Skills.
SCIENCE:
Students must complete three years of science; one must be in the physical sciences and one must be in Biology to meet graduation requirements.
1201-1202 Earth Science (P)
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “g” elective Prerequisite: Enrolled in Algebra This is a year-long 9th grade science course giving an introduction to Earth and Environmental Science. Topics covered include Astronomy, Geology, Oceanography, Earth’s atmosphere and Satellite Earth Imaging. The course is conducted in the Endeavour lab/classroom with many hands-on activities and projects in these topics and with special focus on green/clean technologies (solar, wind, geothermal, etc.). Students will be engaged in thinking about and exploring technical innovations to improve the Earth’s environment. 1205-1206 Conceptual Physics (P) (Only open to QUALIFIED freshman) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “d” – Laboratory
Science credit Prerequisite: Freshmen - “B” or better grade in all semesters/trimesters of Algebra 1 and
prior science course; Sophomores/Juniors – “B” or better in Algebra 1 and Biology This course considers everyday applications of physics. It is a non-mathematical approach to the basic concepts of physics. Topics studied include force, motion, energy, heat transfer, effects of heat, nature and properties of sound and electromagnetic waves, electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Interesting laboratory exercises will help students understand the listed concepts. The course is designed to help students see and understand the beauty of the laws of nature. 1211-1212 Biology (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “d” – Laboratory Science credit
Prerequisite: Mission to Planet Earth Systems see below * The purpose of this course is to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal effectively with the rapidly changing science of biology. Topic areas include cells, biochemistry, heredity, evolution, molecular biology, ecology, human anatomy and physiology as well as a survey of the six kingdoms. There is a heavy emphasis on laboratory investigations that attempt to mimic the steps of the scientific method as well as to encourage higher-order thinking skills. *Freshmen MAY BE enrolled if they have completed Algebra 1 with a "B" or better in all semesters/trimesters and have earned an "A" or better all semesters/trimesters in their eighth grade science class.
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1235-1236 Advanced Placement Biology (AP) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-8 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “d” – weighted Laboratory
Science credit Prerequisite: “B” or better both semesters in Biology or Honors Biology AND Chemistry.
NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of the non-honors class. This AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course taken by biology majors during their first year of college. The course takes a quantitative approach to the study of molecules, cells, heredity, evolution, organisms, and populations. Topics are presented in great depth and detail. Students are expected to take the AP Biology exam administered by the College Board in May. 1245-1246 Physiology/Anatomy (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement "d"
Laboratory Science credit Prerequisite: Biology A/B with a C or above
Recommended: Chemistry A/B with a C or above
This course is a yearlong study of the development and structure of the human body, and the interactions of human cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. Sample topics include: Nervous system, cardiovascular system, digestive system, skeletal system. This course satisfies Laboratory Science requirement 1221-1222 Chemistry (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “d”- Laboratory
Science credit Prerequisite: “C” or better in Geometry This is an introductory chemistry course geared towards college-bound students. The course emphasizes chemistry as a study of change, emphasizing concepts such as structure of the atom, solutions and equilibrium, periodic properties, bonding and common reactions, acid-base reactions, and oxidation-reduction reactions. The student will also be introduced to quantum mechanics, nuclear chemistry, and stoichiometry. The instruction has a focus on problem-solving abilities, in addition to learning basic chemistry concepts. The laboratory work will develop students reasoning power, the ability to apply chemical principles; as well as acquaint students with chemical laboratory techniques. 1241-1242 Physics (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12
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Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “d” – weighted Laboratory Science credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 "C" or better required. Chemistry recommended. Concurrent enrollment or completion of Pre-Calculus recommended.
This course is designed to prepare the student for further study in college-level science. In order to strike a realistic balance between theory and practical application, a strong emphasis is placed on laboratory activities. Areas of study include mechanics, forces, heat, light, lenses, electricity, and magnetism. 1251-1252 AP Physics (AP) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “d” only – weighted
Laboratory Science credit Must have passed or be enrolled in Pre-Calculus. This course provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics and emphasizes the development of conceptual understanding and problem-solving ability using algebra and trigonometry, but rarely calculus. In most colleges, this is a one-year terminal course including a laboratory component and is not the usual preparation for more advanced physics and engineering courses. However, the B course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life sciences, pre-medicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science. 1703-1704 Introduction to Engineering (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “g” – Elective credit
Prerequisite: Algebra I (enrolled in Geometry or Algebra II) Homework: 2-4 hours/week
This interdisciplinary course surveys hands-on physical science, mechanics, electronics, computers, and engineering design. Students learn material from a broad range of physical science from properties of matter to astronomy. In practical lab work, students learn the basics of circuits and mechanisms. A computer lab allows for computer delivered instruction, report and presentation development, as well as introductory programming lessons. Students participate in design teams to brainstorm, design and build a hardware project (e.g. a model rocket launch control complex). 1291-1292 ROP Mechatronics (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “d” Laboratory Science
credit Prerequisite: Geometry (enrolled in Alg. II/Pre-Calculus/AP Calculus)
Homework: 3-5 hours/week This year-long course covers the physics topics of mechanics, robotics, electricity and magnetism, and their engineering applications. Under applications, students learn to understand and breadboard electronic circuits, and work with simple mechanisms for transferring motion and practical experience gained in
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describing, building and presenting electromechanical robotic projects. Digital electronics is introduced and students breadboard and report on the building blocks of computer circuits and systems.
SOCIAL STUDIES:
Students must pass three years of social studies: Modern World History or its equivalent, U.S. History or its equivalent, and one semester of American Government and one semester of Economics (1 year of AP American Government is equivalent to a semester of CP Government & a semester of CP Economics.). 1311-1312 Modern World History (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – History credit Prerequisite: None In this year-long course, students are exposed to the subjects of geography, archaeology, anthropology, and history as interdependent disciplines. This course covers the Industrial Revolution (early 1800’s) to the present day. Topics include imperialism, World War I/World War II (cause/effects), and the post-war world. Also included are geography and cross-curricular topics. 1315-1316 Advanced Placement World History (AP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours;
Class fee $25 suggested Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – weighted History credit Prerequisite: CP English 1 “B” or better or Honors CP English 1 “C” or better NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a college prep class. This course will complete required course work and prepare the highly interested student for the Advanced Placement test. It is an in-depth study of interpretations of World History. Students taking this course are expected to take the AP exam. College credit may be given upon passing the AP test with a qualifying score. Note: Starting in the 2016 – 2017 school year this class will no longer be offered and will be replaced by History 101 and 102. 1303 - 1304 History 101 and History 102 Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours;
Class fee $25 suggested Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – weighted History credit Prerequisite: CP English 1 “B” or better or Honors CP English 1 “C” or better NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a college prep class. This is a concurrent enrollment course with Allan Hancock College. Students will take 101 first semester and 102 second semester. History 101 is an interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 101. History 102 is an interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 102.
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1321-1322 U.S. History (P) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – History credit Prerequisite: None U.S. History students study the major turning points in American history in the twentieth century. Following a review of the nation’s beginnings and the impact of the Enlightenment, students study the rise of industrialization and a corporate economy in America. Through this course students will learn how the American society, political systems, and economy function within a global context; appreciate the diversity in America and the world, and understand how our rights and freedoms have evolved over time within the framework of a constitutional democracy. 1325-1326 Advanced Placement U.S. History (AP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours;
Class fee $25 suggested Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – weighted History credit Prerequisite: CP English 2 “B” or better or Honors CP English 2 “C” or better NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a college prep class. This course will complete required course work and prepare the highly interested student for the Advanced Placement test. It is an in-depth study of interpretations of American history. Students taking this course are expected to take the AP exam. College credit may be given upon passing the AP test with a qualifying score. Note: Starting in the 2016 – 2017 school year this class will no longer be offered and will be replaced by History 107 and 108. 1303 - 1304 History 107 and History 108 Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 □ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours; Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “a” – weighted History credit Prerequisite: CP English 1 “B” or better or Honors CP English 1 “C” or better NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a college prep class. This is a concurrent enrollment course with Allan Hancock College. Students will take 107 first semester and 108 second semester. History 107 is a survey of United States history (New World exploration to 1877) and its method of research through critical thinking involving the economic, political, international, and ethnic factors fundamental for understanding the nation's origins and early development. History 108 is a survey of United States history (1877 to the present) through philosophic systems as related to critical thinking involving the political, ethnic, economic, and international factors fundamental for understanding the nation's growth since the Civil War. 1331- 1332 American Government (P) (this course is combined with a semester of Economics) Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: ■ Semester □ Year Credit: 5 UC requirement “a” – History credit Prerequisite: None This semester-long course is designed to introduce American and California government with a special emphasis on the social, economic, and psychological factors that affect political behavior. Course content will include an analysis of the historical development of the Constitution of the United States and California, the structure and function of the government, federalism, and civil rights.
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1335-1336 Economics (P) (this course is combined with a semester of American Government) Grade: □ 9 10 □ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: ■ Semester □ Year Credit: 5 UC requirement “g” – Elective credit Prerequisite: None This semester-long course will provide the student with an overview of macro and micro economic theory and principles, and comparative economic systems with a special emphasis on the American Free Enterprise system. 1341-1342 Advanced Placement Government & Politics: United States (AP) SUMMER READING REQUIRED Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 6-8 hours Course Length: ■ Semester □Year Credit: 5 UC requirement “a” – weighted History
credit Prerequisite: US History “B” or better or AP US History 1 “C” or better both semesters NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of a non-honors class. This semester-long course will complete required course work and prepare the highly interested and motivated student for the Advanced Placement test. It will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States, including the constitutional underpinnings of U.S. government, political beliefs and behaviors, political parties and interest groups, and institutions and policy processes of national government. College credit may be given upon passing the AP test with a qualifying score. Students taking this course are expected to take the AP exam.
LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE): Students must complete one year of a world language OR a visual/performing art course to meet the graduation requirements.
1501-1502 Spanish 1 (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” only - LOTE credit Prerequisite: None Spanish 1 provides students with an introduction to the Spanish language and Spanish and Latin-American cultures. This course is designed to develop speaking, writing, presenting, listening, viewing, and reading skills in Spanish. Communication, however, is the central goal of this course. Oral proficiency is developed by means of meaningful activities and materials designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language. Students will learn about Spanish-speaking cultures, read stories and poetry, and sing songs in Spanish. 1511-1512 Spanish 2 (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit
Prerequisite: Spanish 1 “C” or better in both semesters In Spanish 2 students develop their proficiency in speaking, writing, presenting, listening, viewing, and reading skills in Spanish. Oral proficiency is developed through reading, writing, and participation in class discussions and meaningful activities designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language and
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learn about the culture. Students focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. They read material on familiar topics and write short, directed compositions. 1515-1516 Honors Spanish 2 (HP) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 6-7 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – weighted LOTE credit Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and “B” or better both semesters of Spanish 1 NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of the non-honors class. Honors Spanish 2 in designed for students who have demonstrated exceptional ability, further preparing them for success at the Advanced Placement level. Students will learn expanded vocabulary and have linguistically more complex tasks and assessments than Spanish 2 (P). Students develop their proficiency in speaking, writing, presenting, listening, viewing, and reading skills in Spanish. Higher-level oral proficiency is developed through reading, writing, and participation in class discussions and meaningful activities designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language and teach about the culture. Students are required to communicate at a more sophisticated level than regular Spanish 2, with a minimum of support and guidance, about their immediate world and daily life activities. They read material on familiar topics and write directed compositions. 1521-1522 Spanish 3 (P) Grade: □ 9 □10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit Prerequisite: Spanish 2 “C” or better in both semesters Spanish 3 continues the use of proficiency-oriented methods as in Spanish 1 and Spanish 2. Grammatical structures and patterns are studied in greater depth with emphasis on the use of more verb tenses. Reading of cultural and literary materials is stressed. More detailed composition is introduced. Speeches of five minutes are given on topics within the interest of the student. A selected active vocabulary of 2,500 words is developed. 1525-1526 Honors Spanish 3 (HP) Grade: □ 9 □10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 4-7 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – weighted LOTE credit Prerequisite: Spanish 2 “B+” or Honors Spanish 2 “B” or better in both semesters
NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of the non-honors class.
Honors Spanish 3 provides students with the skills and information needed to continue the study of Spanish at the Advanced Placement level in the subsequent year. Development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills will be at an accelerated pace. Particular attention is placed on the acquisition of all verb tenses and the use of extensive vocabulary. Students are expected to seek exposure to Spanish as it is used in daily life outside of the classroom and to be prepared to relate their experiences in Spanish during class. 1545-1546 AP Spanish Language (AP) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Study Time per week = 7-9 hours Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – weighted LOTE
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Prerequisite: teacher approval
NOTE: Homework substantially exceeds expectations and time commitment of the non-honors class.
The AP Spanish Language course should help prepare students to demonstrate their level of Spanish proficiency across three communicative modes (Interpersonal [interactive communication], Interpretive [receptive communication], and Presentational [productive communication]), and the five goal areas outlined in the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century1 (Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons and Communities). The course is meant to be comparable to third year (fifth or sixth semester) college and university courses that focus on speaking and writing in the target language at an advanced level. 1541-1542 Chinese 1 (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit Prerequisite: None This course is an introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Meaningful communication is the main goal of this course. Instruction in the present tense is also included. The student develops proficiency in Chinese by means of activities and materials designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language. An active vocabulary will be acquired. This course will only be offered if sustainable instruction over several years can be reasonably expected. 1543-1544 Chinese 2 (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit Prerequisite: Chinese 1 Chinese 2 continues to develop the understanding of Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Meaningful communication is the main goal of this course. Instruction in the present tense is included. The student continues to develop proficiency in Chinese by means of activities and materials designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language. Additional and more sophisticated vocabulary will be acquired. This course will only be offered if sustainable instruction over several years can be reasonably expected. 1551-1552 Chinese 3(P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit Prerequisite: Chinese 1 Chinese 3 continues to develop the understanding of Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Meaningful communication is the main goal of this course. Instruction in the present tense is included. The student continues to develop proficiency in Chinese by means of activities and materials designed to reinforce the realistic use of the language. Additional and more sophisticated vocabulary will be acquired. This course will only be offered if sustainable instruction over several years can be reasonably expected. 1549-1550 AP Chinese (P) Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement “e” – LOTE credit Prerequisite: Chinese 3
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The AP Chinese Language and Culture course in Mandarin Chinese emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Chinese. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products, (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions).
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Students must complete two years physical education 1401-1402 Physical Education 1 Grade: ■ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
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Prerequisite: None (Enrollment in this class is required of all 9th grade students) In this year-long course, the student learns to recognize and respect the proper place of sport and physical fitness as an essential part of the total person. The curriculum is designed to improve physical strength, cardiovascular efficiency, and neuromuscular skills as well as to impart knowledge of game rules and strategies through involvement in a variety of individual and team activities. All 9th grade students must take Physical Education and must participate in the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) administration. All students who take the PFT as a freshman and who will be sixteen years of age during their sophomore year need only take one more year of Physical Education and need not take the PFT again. Students who do not turn sixteen until after the beginning of their junior year of high school must take three years of Physical Education, or its equivalent, unless they have passed the PFT during their 9th or 10th grade year. Ten of the twenty Physical Education credits required must be fulfilled in 9th grade PE. Sophomore students and above may earn up to 10 PE credits per year by successfully competing in two interscholastic sports within a school year. Students who pursue this avenue must obtain counselor approval. 1405-1406 Weight Training & Fitness Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit:
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Prerequisite: None Students will develop a respect for the role that regular physical activity plays in the pursuit of life-long physical/mental well-being as they participate in weight training, aerobic workouts, exercise programs,
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cardiovascular activities, and nutritional analysis. Students will have the opportunity to develop individual fitness programs, realistic self-images, and healthy self-esteem. This class is a zero period class that meets before school in the morning. 1451-1454 Athletic Physical Education (Fall #1451, Winter #1452, Spring #1453) Grade: ■* 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: ■ Sport Season Credit: 5 Prerequisite: Athletic Team participation or Instructor’s permission Athletic Physical Education is designed for the student participating in extracurricular athletics. Weight training, physical conditioning, advanced skills, strategy, and rules of the sport are the areas of concentration. This course is structured to prepare the student for specific extra-curricular competition. Emphasis will be placed on individual improvement and excellence as well as the team concept for success. ACPE requires recommendation from a coach and/or the Athletic Director. All students enrolled in a sport will receive 5 elective credits for the sport, up to 10 credits per year.
NON DEPARTMENTAL COURSES/ELECTIVES
1713-1714 Professional Development 301 Grade: ■ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 UC requirement Course Length: ■ Semester □Year Credit: 5 “g” – College Prep uisite: Placement by recommendation, application, and interview. In collaboration with Allan Hancock College all freshman will now be required to take this concurrent enrollment Freshman Success class. This class backward maps the necessary knowledge and skills required for success in today’s workforce. The course is designed to provide every student with the necessary information and experiences to develop college and career readiness skills and to facilitate the development of an online 10-year Career and Education Plan. This class will also teach skills students will need to be a successful high school student. Students will be enrolled as Allan Hancock students and get not transferable college credit for completing this course. 1729-1730 Success 103 Grade: □ 9 □ 10 □ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 uisite: Placement by recommendation, application, and interview. This course prepares college-prep students for the rigors of four-year college admittance. Students learn organizational skills, test-taking strategies, and problem-solving skills for all academic subjects. There is subject specific tutorial as well as preparation for the SAT. Also, there is an emphasis on writing, inquiry, and collaboration to aid the student's achievement in all classes. This class is in the process of being articulated with Allan Hancock’s Personal Development class. 1701-1702 Health (Core class) Grade: ■ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Course Length: ■ Semester □Year Credit: 5 uisite: None The health course is designed to increase the students' knowledge about various aspects of health, thus enabling them to make intelligent decisions that affect their lives. This one-semester course also satisfies
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education code requirements in the areas of substance abuse and sexually transmitted infections including AIDS/HIV infection. Parents/guardians will have an opportunity to preview the materials used in the Family Life Unit. They will be notified by mail for the preview date, time, and location. This course also includes First Aid/CPR. 1739 - 1740 ECS 100 – Early Childhood Studies (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 UC requirement "g" only - College Prep elective credit Course Length: □Semester ■Year Credit: 10 uisite: None The study of the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/language developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical from conception through adolescence. There will be an emphasis on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors, as well as insights into child development research methodology. 1723-1724 Speech/Debate (P)
Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 UC requirement "g" only - College Prep
Course Length: □Semester ■Year Credit: 10 elective credit Speech and Debate is a course for students who want to learn to think clearly and express themselves effectively before an audience, and prepares students for college and their careers. Students are provided opportunities to increase their fluency as a speaker, and develop their self-confidence. The course covers multiple aspects of public speaking (including debate) and gives the student practical experience through participation. The course introduces poise, use of body and voice, public speaking, oral interpretation of literature, and beginning argumentation. This class will give students opportunities to earn money in competitions. This is not a speech correction class. 1725-1726 Sociology (P)
Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12UC requirement "g" only - College Prep elective credit
Course Length: □Semester ■Year Credit: 10 This comprehensive course provides an up-to-date presentation of the essentials of sociological study. Students will learn a wide range of classical and contemporary perspectives which will encourage links between theories and current research. This is an ideal environment in which to examine ourselves, study our own society, as well as study our neighbors. Topics covered will examine the sociological perspectives, sociological research, cultural debates, the process of socialization, groups and organizations, crime and deviance, stratification, inequality and discrimination that effects ageism and gender, race and ethnicity, issues involving the economy, different forms of government, marriage, religion, health and environment safety, urbanization, and social movements 1727-1728 Philosophy (P)
Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12
Course Length: □Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement "g" only - College Prep elective credit
This course will introduce students to the most prominent people, movements, and methods of Western philosophy from ancient times to the present. We will examine the fundamental problems that
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philosophers have dealt with, as well as the various approaches and arguments they have used. Students will become familiar with the terminology used in philosophical discourse, learn about the historical development of the discipline, and develop their own skills for philosophical argumentation. 1133-1134 Journalism (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement "g" only
College Prep elective credit Prerequisite: None Journalism is a course designed for students interested in newspaper journalism and developing their skills as a writer. The course explores the contemporary media and the ethical responsibility issues inherent in the press today. Students will learn the fundamentals of news, feature, editorial and sports writing. Copy reading, news style and editing will be stressed. Students will create numerous original stories using varied structures and writing techniques. Students will also learn to create computer generated layouts and graphics. 1143-1144 Journalism 2 (P) Grade: □ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 UC requirement "g" only -
College Prep elective credit Prerequisite: Journalism 1 Journalism is a course designed for students interested in newspaper journalism and developing their skills as a writer. The course explores the contemporary media and the ethical responsibility issues inherent in the press today. Students will learn the fundamentals of news, feature, editorial and sports writing. Copy reading, news style and editing will be stressed. Students will create numerous original stories using varied structures and writing techniques. Students will also learn to create computer generated layouts and graphics. 1741-1742 Student Leadership Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10 Prerequisite: “C” average/no “F” grades and Instructor’s approval This course is designed to teach leadership and career development skills through the organizing and running of student activities and student government. Only elected and appointed student officers are eligible. 1745-1746 Yearbook Production Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 10
UC requirement "g" only – College Prep elective credit
This course, which may be repeated for credit, provides for all steps in the production and sales of the school yearbook, with the exception of the actual printing. Students are responsible for planning, layout, photography, sales and publicity, and distribution of the book. Students determine the theme for the
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year’s book and do all planning necessary to carry out the theme. They create cover design, select typography, and write copy, captions and headlines. 1751-1752 College Prep/Advisory /Spartan Seminar Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit: 3
Credit/No Credit
This daily class will offer selected AVID skills, Character Counts and “college prep” study and organizational skills for all students. Time will be spent exploring service learning opportunities and other strategies that enable students to integrate and apply their knowledge. 1801-1802 Learning Center/Special Education The Learning Center model is used in delivering Special Education services at Orcutt Academy High School. This service delivery model provides instructional support related to the student’s daily coursework--not isolated remedial instruction in a separate classroom. 1781-1782 Algebra Support Lab (A Support Class to Assure Student Success)
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Credit: 10 Not a required UC required Course
Prerequisite: none TT The major emphasis of this course is to provide students who are concurrently enrolled in Algebra I with the
port they need to succeed in Algebra. This course will count as an elective toward graduation at Orcutt Academy. 1783-1784 Geometry Support Lab (A Support Class to Assure Student Success)
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Credit: 10 Not a required UC required Course Prerequisite: none
TT The major emphasis of this course is to provide students who are concurrently enrolled in Algebra I with the port they need to succeed in Algebra. This course will count as an elective toward graduation at Orcutt Academy.
1755-1756 ROP Introduction to Education
UC requirement “g” – Elective credit Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit 10 Prerequisite: This is a one-year course designed to provide enrollees with the theoretical and
practical experience to begin preparing for a teaching career. Enrollees will be prepared to enter advanced training in a college or university teacher education program. Students will develop skills in providing instruction/supervision of students; communicating with students, staff, and parents; and utilizing resources and materials in planning developmentally appropriate curriculum. Knowledge of licensing regulations for teaching, and employment and management skills will be emphasized. 1137-1138 Literacy Through Film
UC requirement “g” – Elective credit Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit 10
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Prerequisite: This is a one-year course designed to provide enrollees with the theoretical and practical experience in film critique. 1737-1738 Business Economics & Entrepreneurship UC requirement “g” – Elective credit
Grade: □ 9 □ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12 Course Length: □ Semester ■Year Credit 10
Prerequisite: This is a one-year course designed to provide enrollees with the theoretical and practical experience in learning the skills of starting your own business. Business economics is discussed and analyzed.
1131-1132 Creative Writing (P)
Grade: ■ 9 ■ 10 ■ 11 ■ 12
Course Length: □Semester ■Year Credit: 5 UC requirement “g” – Elective credit This year-long course will offer engaging standards-based instruction to students in the broad area of Creative Writing. This elective course will explore various creative writing genres. Ample opportunity will be provided for students to demonstrate their creative writing work products. Students in this class will produce a literary anthology by year’s end.
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