LHS 9th Grade Course Request Worksheet 2020-21

Name _______________________________________ ID#__________________

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REQUIRED COURSES Course Title Credits

English: English is required. Select English 9A and English 9B or English 9A(H) and English 9B(H). English 9A / 9B (5) & (5)

English 9A(H) / 9B(H) (5) & (5)

Social Science: Social Science 9 is required. Choose either Social Science 9 or Social Science 9(H)

or AP Human Geography A & B. Refer to course catalog for course descriptions.

Social Science 9 (5)

AP Human Geo A/B (5) & (5) Social Science 9(H)) (5)

Math: Refer to course catalog for course descriptions.

Math: Select Alg 1A, and Alg 1B. If you are planning to take an upper level math class, please put No

Choice, your math class will be selected for you, based on your middle school’s recommendation.

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

Freshman Required Courses: All freshmen are required to enroll in PE 1A, PE 1B, and F.I.T. These

courses have been selected for you.

PE 1A (5)

PE 1B (5)

F.I.T. (5)

Health: Health is a required course for graduation. It may be taken at any time within your 4 years of

high school.

Health (5)

____________________

OPTIONAL COURSES

Science: Science is an option for freshmen. Select the course(s) you will take, or select "No Science"

if you plan to take Science in your sophomore year. Refer to course catalog for course descriptions.

____________________ (5) & (5)

Electives: Refer to the course catalog for course offerings in the departments listed below.

World Language: Select both A and B parts of a World Language course if you want an elective from

this department. Refer to course catalog for course descriptions.

Career & Technical Education (CTE): Select one or more courses if you want an elective from the

CTE department. Refer to page course catalog for descriptions and pathways.

Visual & Performing Arts: Select one or more courses if you want an elective from the VAPA

department. Refer to course catalog for descriptions.

General Ed Electives: Select one or more courses if you want an elective that is not part of the World

Language, CTE or VAPA dept.

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

____________________ (5)

Count Your Classes: Count the number of 5-unit courses you have selected. You must have at least

12 and no more than 15 courses. Please print the total number of courses you are requesting.

Plan Your Schedule: If you are selecting fewer than 15 courses, you must decide when you will have

open periods. You must have at least 4 classes each trimester. Select where your open periods will

be. If you are taking 15 classes, please leave blank.

Total Courses Requesting ______

Fall _____ Open Period

Winter _____ Open Period

Spring _____ Open Period

ALTERNATES

Alternates: Choose 5 courses that you would like to take if one or more of your elective choices are

not available. Please select 5 choices. DO NOT select the same courses you listed above. If you

choose the same courses as the alternates that you chose above, we will place you in courses we

have available.

Alternate 1____________________

Alternate 2____________________

Alternate 3____________________

Alternate 4____________________

Alternate 5____________________

December 2019

Dear Parents and Guardians of the Class of 2024:

It is our pleasure to welcome you and your student to Livermore High School, home of the Cowboys! We look

forward to working with you over the next four years and are excited about the memories your students will soon

be making in high school.

To ease the transition from middle to high school, and to help you and your student register for the appropriate

courses, we have scheduled two very important evening events for you. On Wednesday, February 19, 2020, we will

host our annual Livermore High School Expo from 6:00 pm-7:30pm in the LHS gym, featuring all of the different

departments and programs we offer our students. You will be able to speak with teachers and learn about the

many opportunities your student can experience at Livermore High School. We will have a special Open House for

students interested in joining the Green Engineering Academy and information regarding Future Farmers of

America, Advanced Placement, ELAC and information on our athletic programs.

During the month of February, LHS guidance counselors will be visiting middle schools and providing students

with a brief presentation on the four-year plan. Each student will take home our Course Catalog and instructions

on how to register online for classes. Please be sure to review this material with your student. At the end of

February, counselors and administrators will make a return visit to each middle school to assist your child with

course selections/registration.

All course selections will be made online beginning February 21st on our website

www.livermorehigh.livermoreschools.org Please click on the “Student Life” tab, click on “Class Pages,” select

“Class of 2024” and browse the materials located there. The online course selection window will be open on

February 24th and will close on the evening of March 16th.

Please be mindful that this is a short window and adhering to this timeline is critical. Your review and input is

imperative to a successful registration.

Please mark your calendar with the above dates. We are delighted that you and your student will be a part of the

Livermore High School tradition! We look forward to working together to provide a rigorous and rewarding high

school experience for your student.

For questions regarding enrollment, please contact our registrar, Kate Perry, at (925) 606-4812, ext. 2313.

Sincerely,

Helen N. Gladden

Principal

Livermore High School 600 Maple Street

Livermore, California 94550

(925)606-4812 FAX (925)606-4851

www.livermorehigh.livermoreschools.org

Today is a Great Day to be a Cowboy!

Enero de 2020

Estimados padres y tutores de la clase de 2024: ¡Es un placer darles la bienvenida a usted y a sus hijos a Livermore High School, hogar de los Cowboys! Esperamos con interés trabajar con usted durante los próximos cuatro años y estamos entusiasmados con los recuerdos que sus estudiantes pronto crearán en la escuela secundaria.

Para facilitar la transición de la escuela intermedia a la secundaria, y para ayudarlo a usted y a su estudiante a inscribirse en los cursos apropiados, hemos programado dos eventos nocturnos muy importantes para usted. El miércoles 19 de febrero de 2020 tendremos nuestra Exposición anual de Livermore High School de 6:00 pm a 7:300 pm en el gimnasio de LHS con todos los diferentes departamentos y programas que ofrecemos a nuestros estudiantes. Podrá hablar con los maestros y aprender sobre las muchas oportunidades que su estudiante puede experimentar en Livermore High School. Tendremos un Open House especial para los estudiantes interesados en unirse a la Academia de Ingeniería Verde e información sobre Future Farmers of America, Advanced Placement, ELAC e información sobre nuestros programas atléticos.

Durante el mes de febrero, los consejeros de LHS visitarán las escuelas intermedias y ofrecerán a los estudiantes una presentación breve sobre el plan de cuatro años. Cada estudiante llevará a casa nuestro Catálogo de cursos e instrucciones sobre cómo registrarse en línea para las clases. Por favor asegúrese de revisar este material con su estudiante. A finales de febrero, los consejeros y administradores harán una visita de regreso a cada escuela intermedia para ayudar a su hijo con la selección/inscripción de cursos.

Todas las selecciones de cursos se harán en línea a partir del 21 de febrero en nuestro sitio web. www.livermorehigh.livermoreschools.org Haga clic en la pestaña "Vida estudiantil", haga clic en "Páginas de clase" y seleccione "Clase de 2024" y navegue por los materiales que se encuentran allí. La ventana de selección de cursos en línea estará abierta el 24 de febrero y se cerrará en la tarde del 16 de marzo.

Tenga en cuenta que esta es una ventana corta y que adherirse a esta línea de tiempo es fundamental. Su revisión y aporte son imprescindibles para un registro exitoso.

Por favor, marque su calendario con las fechas anteriores. ¡Estamos encantados de que usted y su estudiante sean parte de la tradición de Livermore High School! Esperamos trabajar juntos para proporcionar una experiencia de escuela secundaria rigurosa y gratificante para su estudiante.

Si tiene preguntas sobre la inscripción, comuníquese con nuestra Registradora, Kate Perry, al (925) 606-4812, ext. 2313.

Sinceramente,

Helen N Gladden Directora

Livermore High School

600 Maple Street

Livermore, California 94550

(925)606-4812 FAX (925)606-4851

livermorehigh.livermoreschools.org

Today is a great day to be a Cowboy!

Livermore High School Electives/Course Selection Procedure for 2020-2021

Quick Guide to Online Course Selection 1. Go to https://www.livermoreschools.org/Livermorehighschool

2. In the 2020-2021 Online Course Selection item in Headline and Features Section and the Academics Tab–Course Selection/Electives page, we have the course descriptions for all grades and the link to the PowerSchool Login. Click on the PowerSchool Login link to complete the course selection process.

3. Enter Your Student’s Username and

Password and click Sign In.

Student’s Username is the student’s Student ID Number.

Student’s Password is the student’s Birth Date (mmddyear). (Jan. 1, 2007 is entered as 01012007)

4. Click on Class Registration icon.

5. Welcome to the Livermore High School Course Registration System for 2020-2021

Read and follow the instructions to register for Core and Elective Courses. Each of the items with red exclamation point needs to have a course chosen. Click on the edit button (pencil icon) on the right side of the screen to begin making your selection. After you have successfully chosen a course, the red exclamation point will become a green check mark.

Use the course catalog as a resource. It is on our Website in the Academics Tab– Course Selection/Electives page.

You must click Submit at the bottom of the page after you complete your requests. You cannot save work in progress. You are logged off after 10 minutes away from the screen.

You may change your mind, return to the screen, change your course selections, and submit again while the online registration window is open.

**Online Course Selection/Registration will be available February 24, 2020-March 16, 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many courses should I take each trimester?

The trimester schedule is designed for students to take 5 courses per trimester. Students must take a

minimum of 4 courses per trimester. Seniors on track for graduation may take 3 courses during their

second and third trimesters.

Will I get the courses I request?

Typically, 85% of students get the courses they request. We are limited somewhat by the number of

classrooms for specialized courses (such as Photography, Foods, Electronics), and we must have a

minimum number of students registered in a course in order to offer it, therefore some students may

receive their alternate. It is very important that you list several alternates in case we need to modify

your schedule. If you do not list alternates we will place you in courses we have available.

How do I fix my schedule if I change my mind about an elective?

We hire staff based on the courses you requested, therefore, we may not be able to accommodate

changes in elective requests. However, you will receive a course verification form in late March that

lists all the courses you have selected. If you change your mind about an elective, you must indicate your

new choice, and then turn in the course verification form by the deadline indicated on the form. You may

not change your course selections after the course verification deadline has passed.

When will I get my schedule for next year?

You will receive your schedule for Trimester 1 in August during walk-through. You will receive your

schedule for Trimester 2 and 3 in November.

Can I choose the trimesters in which I will have my courses?

You cannot request a specific trimester for a specific course. The master schedule is created based on

the needs of all LHS students so that every student will be able to take courses he/she both needs and

wants.

Can I request the same teacher for both trimesters of a two trimester course?

You may not make a specific teacher request. Students request courses, but not individual teachers or

specific periods of the day.

Will graduation requirements change with the new trimester schedule?

Graduation requirements remain the same for next year. If the school board increases the number of

credits, the requirements will be phased in so that no student will need to “make-up” credits.

How important is it to take Honors and/or Advanced Placement courses?

It is important to take challenging courses. If you feel that you are not sufficiently challenged by the

rigor of a regular course, you should consider Honors or AP courses. Some colleges expect students to

challenge themselves with honors courses. Your teachers or Academic Counselor can give you more

information about a specific honors or AP course.

How many LHS classes do I need to I need to take if I am enrolled in ROP?

ROP classes are only offered to Juniors and Seniors who are in good academic standing. Students must

take a minimum of 3 LHS classes for each trimester that they are enrolled in an ROP class.

Are there off-campus lunch privileges?

Only seniors have off campus lunch privileges.

At the beginning of your

SENIOR YEAR

you should have earned a minimum

of

185 credits

After 1st trimester – 200 credits

After 2nd trimester – 215 credits

After 3rd trimester – 230 credits

A minimum of

240 Credits with the right combination of courses

will earn you a

LIVERMORE HIGH SCHOOL

DIPLOMA!!!

Oops—

Not on track for graduation.

See your

SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASAP for a plan

to get back on track.

At the beginning of your

JUNIOR YEAR

you should have earned

a minimum of

125 credits After 1st trimester – 140 credits

After 2nd trimester – 160 credits

After 3rd trimester – 180 credits

At the beginning of your

SOPHOMORE YEAR

you should have earned

a minimum of

65 credits After 1st trimester – 80 credits

After 2nd trimester – 100 credits

After 3rd trimester – 120 credits

At the beginning of your

FRESHMAN YEAR

you should have earned

a minimum of

0 credits After 1st trimester – 20 credits

After 2nd trimester – 40 credits

After 3rd trimester – 60 credits

a.SocialScience b.English c.Math d.LabScience2yrs. 4yrs. 3yrs. 2yrs.

(20Credits) (40Credits) 4yrs.Recommended 3yrs.Recommended(40Credits) (20Credits)

*Coursesmustbeatleast2or3sciencedisciplines‐Biology,Chemistryor

Physics.Course Course Course CourseAgriculturalEconomics(Pa) APEnglishLanguage&CompositionA/B(Pb) AlgebraIA/B(Pc) LifeScience/BiologyAgriculturalGovernment(Pa) APEnglishLiterature&CompositionA/B(Pb) IntrotoAlgebraIwithComputingandRobotics(Pc) AdvancedBio.withResearchA/B(Pd)APHumanGeography(Pa) Composition12A/B(Pb) AlgebraIwithComputingandRoboticsA/B(Pc) APBiologyIA/B(Pd)APU.S.GovernmentandPolitics12A(Pa) English9A/B(Pb) AlgebraIIA/B(Pc) BiologyandSustainableAgricultureA/B(Pd)APU.S.History11A/B(Pa) English10A/B(Pb) APCalculusBCA/B/C(Pc) BiologyIA/B(Pd)APWorldHistory10A/B(Pa) English11A/B(pb) APStatisticsA/B(Pc) FieldBiologyIA/B(Pd)Civics(Pa) ExploringPoetry(Pb) CalculusA/B(Pc) PhysiologyA/B(Pd)HonorsSocialScience9(Pa) ExpositoryReadingandWriting12A/B(Pb) GeometryA/B(Pc) PhysicalScience/Chemistry/PhysicsSocialScience9(Pa) FantasyandScienceFiction(Pb) MultivariableCalculus(H)(Pc) AdvancedChemistry(AP)A/B(Pd)U.S.History11A/B(Pa) HonorsEnglish9A/B(Pb) Pre‐CalculusA/B(Pc) AgriculturalSoilsChemistryA/B(Pd)WomeninAmericanHistory(Pa) HonorsEnglish10A/B(Pb) Statistics1‐2(Pc) APPhysicsC:MechanicsA/B(Pd)WorldHistory10A/B(Pa) HonorsEnglish11A/B(Pb) Trigonometry(Pc) ChemistryA/B(Pd)

EngineeringPhysicsA/B(Pd)EngineeringResearch&Dev.A/B(Pd)HonorsPhysicsA/B(Pd)PhysicsA/B(Pd)

InterdisciplinaryScience(ROP)Prin.ofBiomed.SciencesA/B/C(Pd)(AIS)forSustainableAgwith(H)A/B(Pd)APEnvironmentalScienceA/B(Pd)

e.WorldLanguages f.Visual&PerformingArts g.CollegePrep.Electives g.Continued2yrs. 1yr. 1yr.

3yrs.Recommended(20Credits) (10Credits) (10Credits) (10Credits)

Course Course CourseAPGerman4A/B(Pe) (ROP)Animation&MotionGraphicsIA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)AdvancedAutoBodyRepairA/B/C(Pg) APComputerScienceA/B(Pg)APLatinA/B(Pe) (ROP)HonorsArtistPortfolioA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)AutoBodyRepairA/B/C(Pg) APMacroeconomics(Pg)APSpanish:LanguageandCulture(Pe) (ROP)VideoGameArt&DesignA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)AutomotiveTechnologyA/B/C(Pg) APMicroeconomics(Pg)APSpanish:LiteratureandCulture(Pe) AdvancedPhotography3‐8(Pf) (ROP)CriminalJusticeAcademyA/B/C(Pg) APPsychologyA/B(Pg)French1A/B(Pe) AdvancedTheatreWorkshop1‐2(Pf) (ROP)Cybersecurity:ICTEssentialsIA/B(Pg) BusinessLawA/B(Pg)French2A/B(Pe) AdvancedTheatreWorkshop3‐8(Pf) (ROP)Dev.PsychologyofChildrenIA/B/C(Pg) ConsumerMathA/B(Pg)French3A/B(Pe) APStudioArtA/B(Pf) (ROP)Dev.PsychologyofChildrenIIA/B/C(Pg) CreativeWriting(Pg)German1A/B(Pe) Art1‐2(Pf) (ROP)EconomicsofBusinessOwnershipA/B(Pg) EarthandSpaceScience1A/B(Pg)German2A/B(Pe) Art3‐8(Pf) (ROP)(H)AerospaceEngineeringA/B/C(Pg) Economics12(Pg)German3A/B(Pe) Ceramics1‐2(Pf) (ROP)(H)CivilEng.andArchitectureA/B(Pg) ExploringComputerScienceA/B(Pg)Latin1A/B(Pe) Ceramics3‐8(Pf) (ROP)HonorsDigitalElectronicsA/B/C(Pg) FashionDesign1and2(Pg)Latin2A/B(Pe) ChamberChoirA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)IntegratedMarketingComm.(Marketing)(Pg) HealthEducation9(Pg)Latin3A/B(Pe) ChamberOrchestraHonorsA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)InternetEngineering(CCNA1)A/B(Pg) HospitalityMarketingA/B(Pg)Spanish1A/B(Pe) ConcertBandA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)InternetEngineering2(CCNA2)A/B(Pg) HumanDevelopmentandRelationships(Pg)Spanish2A/B(Pe) ConcertChoirA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)InternetEngineering2(CCNA2)A/B/C(Pg) InteriorDesign1and2(Pg)Spanish3A/B(Pe) Drama1‐2(Pf) (ROP)IntroductiontoCriminalJusticeA/B/C(Pg) IntrotoComputerProgramming(Pg)SpanishforSpanishSpeakers1A/B(Pe) Drama3‐8(Pf) (ROP)IntroductiontoHealthCareersA/B/C(Pg) IntroductiontoBusinessA/B(Pg)SpanishforSpanishSpeakers2A/B(Pe) Hist.ofArt&FloralDesignA/B(Floriculture)(Pf) (ROP)MedicalOccupationsA/B/C(Pg) IntroductiontoSociology(Pg)

JazzBandHonorsA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)NursingCareersA/B/C(Pg) Journalism1A/B/C(Pg)Photography1‐2(Pf) (ROP)SportsandEnt.MarketingA/B/C(Pg) PLTW(H)CivilEng.andArchitectureA/B(Pg)ShowChoirA/B/C(Pf) (ROP)SportsMedicine/AthleticTrainerIIA/B(Pg) PLTW(H)PrinciplesofEngineeringA/B(Pg)Stagecraft3‐8(Pf) (ROP)SportsMedicine/AthleticTrainerIA/B(Pg) PLTWIntrotoEngineeringDesignA/B(Pg)StringOrchestraA/B/C(Pf) AdvancedJournalismA/B/C(Pg) PositivePsychology(Pg)SymphonicBandHonorsA/B/C(Pf) AgriculturalScience1A/B(Pg) PsychologyA/B(Pg)VideoProduction1‐2(Pf)

LHS College Prep Courses (UC/CSU a-g Courses)

NAME _________________________________________ DATE_________________________________________ Post High School Plans (circle all that apply): UC/CSU/Private, Community College, Military, Trade Sch., Career, Other

Livermore High School 4-Year Plan

Subjects Diploma

(Credits)

College 9th 10th 11th 12th

a. History 35 2 yrs. Social S. / (Honors) World Hist. / (AP) U.S. Hist. / (AP) Civics / AP Gov. and Econ. / AP Econ.

b. English 40 4 yrs. Eng. 9 / (Honors) Eng. 10 / (Honors) ERWC Eng. 11 / (H) / AP Lang. ERWC / Comp. / AP Lit.

c. Mathematics 20 3 yrs. ALG 1/GEOM/ALG 2 ALG 1/GEOM/ALG 2 Recommended Recommended

d. Lab. Science 20 2 yrs. Physical/Life: Physical/Life: Recommended Recommended

e. Wld Language *

OR

2 yrs. (same)

(Year 1) (Year 2) Recommended Recommended

f. VAPA (Visual Art/Performing Art)

*

OR

1 yr. (same)

(VAPA)

CTE (Careers & Tech.) * None Recommended

g. Elective 80 1 yr. (College Prep. Elective)

Health 5 None Health and FIT

Physical Education 20 None PE 1 PE 2

CREDITS 240 -------------

Exams ------------- SAT or ACT ------------- PSAT SAT or ACT SAT or ACT

Currently has ___________ Credits

Currently needs ___________ Electives

*World Language/VAPA/CTE (30 Credits total; 10 Credits in one area and the remaining 20 credits of any combination) FAILED/MISSING Courses _________________

Required Area LHS Graduation College Admissions

1. Coursework 240 Credits Minimum of 15 College Prep. courses

2. Min. Grade “D-“ or higher “C “ or higher

3. GPA N/A CSU 2.0 minimum, UC 3.0 minimum

4. College Entrance Exams N/A SAT or ACT during Junior year (Some UC majors may require SAT 2 Subject Tests)

SAT: www.collegeboard.org CA Colleges: www.californiacolleges.edu UC: www.universityofcalifornia.edu CSU: www.calstate.edu/apply Private: www.aiccu.org ACT: www.actstudent.org NCAA: www.ncaa.org Community Colleges: www.ccco.edu

HEALTH CLASS ONLINE *Are you planning on taking Band or Orchestra?

*Are you planning on taking a Science class and a World Language class?

*If so, you have the opportunity to take your required Health class through BYU Online due

to the fact that you may not have room in your schedule for all of your course requests.

BYU Independent Study (Brigham Young University)

*How Do You Get Started?

Sign up at elearn.byu.edu or call 1-800-914-8931, Health Education 41, Part 1

Cost is $156 per class and is worth 5 credit units

School Code for LHS is 051425

Notify your Livermore High School Counselor when you are registered.

Complete the course at your own pace. When lessons are completed you must

select an approved proctor (at LHS) through BYU to administer the final exam

and order the exam. The exam is delivered to the proctor.

Make an appointment with the person proctoring to take the exam.

At your request, BYU will send a transcript including your final grade to our

Registrar, Mrs. Holzschuh, and she will add the course to your LHS transcript.

**Questions? Please contact your LHS Counselor**

Are you interested in Agriculture? Do you love animals ? Are you

looking to be a leader? Do you like to be involved?

Livermore FFA is the right choice for you! Be part of a great program

while satisfying all of your College Prep Requirements!!

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WE WANT YOU TO TAKE AN AGRICULTURE CLASS

AT LIVERMORE HIGH SCHOOL!

AGRICULTURESCIENCE

CHOOSE YOUR PATH IN FFA

Floriculture is a booming industry! Learn

about the elements of art and make hands

on floral designs to show off your skills!

Credit: VAPA UC

HISTORY OF ARTAND FLORAL

Work in the wood and metal shop to build

projects! Learn how to use multiple hand

tools and learn lifelong handy skills!

CONSTRUCTIONTECHNOLOGY

SUSTAINABLEAGRICULTURE BIOLOGY

Fulfills regular Biology requirement

enhanced with agriculture, animal/ plant

science, and FFA leadership to the course.

Credit: UC “d”

Contact an ag teacher with any questions!

Jessica Calestini: jcalestini@lvjusd.org

Joe McNealy: jmcnealy@lvjusd.org

Lori Porter: lporter@lvjusd.org

Learn about California agriculture,

gardening, raising livestock, FFA

leadership, and field trips.

Credit: UC “g” Elective

OR

WHO ARE WE?A UNIQUE PROGRAM WITH A WIDE VARIETY OF CLASSES THAT ARE UC/CSU APPROVED CREDIT ! WE ARE THE LAST PROGRAM IN

ALAMEDA COUNTY! STUDENTS ARE MEMBERS OF THE FFA WHICH GIVES THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN VARIOUS

ACTIVIT IES SUCH AS CLUB MEETINGS , LEADERSHIP ACTIVIT IES , CONTESTS , GROW VEGETABLES IN OUR GREENHOUSE AND GARDEN,

AND RAISE L IVESTOCK (STEERS , LAMBS, GOATS , AND SWINE) FOR THE ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIR .

FRESHMAN YEAR

Visit us online at:LHS-Ceramics.weebly.com

 

Are you hoping to join a fun and positive community at LHS? 

Do you love to sing?  

Consider taking 

CHOIR at LHS Concert Choir 

Prerequisites: None! 

Course Length: 3 Trimesters (A/B/C) 

Fulfills: U.C. “f” Requirements (Visual 

and Performing Arts), LHS CTE/World 

Language/VAPA credit  

 

Show Choir 

Prerequisites: Concert Choir and teacher 

recommendation 

Course Length: 3 Trimesters (A/B/C) 

Fulfills: U.C. “f” Requirements (Visual 

and Performing Arts), LHS CTE/World 

Language/VAPA credit  

 

Chamber Choir 

Prerequisites: Concert Choir and teacher 

recommendation 

Course Length: 3 Trimesters (A/B/C) 

Fulfills: U.C. “f” Requirements (Visual 

and Performing Arts), LHS CTE/World 

Language/VAPA credit  

Concert Choir is an all-levels choral ensemble for men 

and women. No experience is necessary! Concert Choir 

focuses on developing the vocal and musicianship skills 

necessary to perform as an ensemble. A wide variety of 

music from diverse styles, genres, languages, cultures, 

and time periods will be explored. 

 

Do you like Pentatonix or the Pitch Perfect movies? 

Then Show Choir is for you! Show Choir is designed for 

advanced students who enjoy dancing and singing 

contemporary a cappella repertoire. Show Choir 

performs frequently both on campus and at community 

events. Repertoire for Show Choir includes jazz, pop, 

musical theater, and other contemporary styles. 

 

Chamber Choir is an advanced choral ensemble that 

focuses on fine tuning the ensemble, musicianship, and 

vocal skills required to perform advanced repertoire. 

Chamber Choir performs frequently at events on 

campus, in the community, and beyond. Chamber 

Choir’s music is challenging, and includes the most 

diversity of styles, genres, time periods, and foreign 

languages. 

 

 

 

 

Watch Chamber Choir 

Perform 

 

Watch Show Choir  

Perform 

 

Watch Concert Choir 

Perform 

 

 

 

Join us at one of our upcoming concerts 

 

Winter Choral Concert 

Spring Choral Concert 

Thursday, Feb 27 @ 7pm, LHS Theater 

Friday, May 29 @ 7pm, LHS Theater 

 

For more information, send Mr. Filice an email at cfilice@lvjusd.org  

or visit livermoreschools.org/lhschoir

Interested? Complete the GEA Application on the LHS website

Questions? Email Mrs. Fletcher at kfletcher@lvjusd.org

What do current GEAstudents have to sayabout the program?

Livermore High'sGreen Engineering

Academy!GEA is for students who are interested in hands-on learning, joining a supportive

community, and building a pathway to post-graduate education and careers involving renewable energy, sustainability and energy efficient manufacturing.

GEA Highlights Include:Hands-on engineering projectsConstant collaboration with teachers and theformation of close, lasting friendships with otherGEA studentsField trips (NASA, Google, LLNL, etc.) andguest speakersAcademic support and tutoring programsIndustry mentors and internships...AND MORE!

"I enjoy everything in GEA!The computer aided design

skills give me options tohelp people outside of

school asking me to helpwith their projects."

- Jaxon Chapman (10)

"I really like that GEA isproject oriented and hands-on. The students work welltogether and that made itmore fun and we learned

more."- Samantha Ruelas (12)

www.livermoreschools.org/gea

Green Engineering Academy Frequently Asked Questions

● What does it mean to be in an academy?

○ Students in the Green Engineering Academy share classes throughout their four years at LHS. Each graduating class of students becomes a group, or cohort, that begins their freshman year and stays together. All GEA students have the same teachers. The teachers know each student and can provide guidance and support throughout high school.

● What does “Green Engineering” mean? ○ The “green” in engineering means that students develop expertise in basic

engineering principles while learning applications for energy, sustainability, and green technologies. Students will be prepared for careers in engineering, architecture, and related technical fields.

● Can students who are not in GEA take engineering courses at LHS? ○ Because GEA is an academy, the engineering courses are available only to

students who are part of GEA. (Note: Civil Engineering and Architecture is an exception, as it is offered as an ROP class at LHS and can be taken outside of GEA.)

● Can I join GEA even if I’m not sure I want to become an engineer? ○ Yes. In GEA, in addition to learning more about engineering, students develop

project management and teamwork skills and learn to use software and hardware that can be applied in many other careers.

● Can I take electives in other departments, in addition to the GEA courses? ○ Yes. All GEA students can choose from all of the electives available at Livermore

High School to complete their schedule and graduation requirements. Many GEA students take Band, Orchestra, and other electives. And there is plenty of room in your schedule to study languages other than English: Livermore High offers Spanish, French, German, and Latin.

● Can I take Geometry or Algebra II as a freshman? The website says Algebra I with Robotics is the freshman math course.

○ Yes. GEA offers flexibility in math courses, allowing students to study and progress in the courses that best suit their abilities and interests.

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GREEN ENGINEERING ACADEMY at LIVERMORE HIGH SCHOOL

ABOUT THE ACADEMY The Green Engineering Academy (GEA) is a California Partnership Academy, which incorporates integrated academic and career technical education, business partnerships, mentoring, and internships.

CAREER FOCUS The academy’s career focus is to prepare students for engineering careers as well as other technical fields. Students learn to use engineering and architecture software and tools. They are prepared for 2-year and 4-year college degrees or apprenticeship programs.

BENEFITS ● Teachers and students stay together

building a supportive atmosphere ● Hands-on engineering projects ● Field trips and guest speakers

CURRICULUM

● Academic support and tutoring program ● Industry partnerships with mentors and

internship opportunities ● Students learn skills needed in the

workforce

● All courses are college preparatory courses and are UC/CSU approved ● Academic courses integrate the themes of green technology, sustainability, and environmental issues ● CTE courses use the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) engineering curriculum to prepare students for careers

in engineering, architecture, and related technical fields

9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

Science1 Biology

Engineering Physics Chemistry AP Environmental Science

Math Algebra 1 w/ Computing and Robotics

Geometry* Algebra 2* Precalculus* or Statistics*

English English 9 (regular or honors)

English 10 (regular or honors)

English 11 (regular or honors)

English 12*

Social Science Social Science 9 (regular or honors)

World History 10 US History Economics/Civics

Career Technical Education

Introduction to Engineering Design

Principles of Engineering Honors

Civil Engineering & Architecture Honors

Engineering Research and Development

1 See Course Catalog on Livermore High website. Non-science electives are also acceptable in some circumstances. * Courses are flexible, based on the level and interest of each student, and may not be part of the GEA cohort. The courses

listed are representative.

APPLY ONLINE and learn more at the Livermore High School website: livermoreschools.org/gea

● Can I take Advanced Placement (AP) courses? ○ Yes. GEA students can take any AP courses offered at LHS. AP courses in

English, Social Science, Math and Science (Chemistry, Physics) can be taken in place of GEA equivalents.

● I don’t see F.I.T. on the schedule. Do GEA freshmen take F.I.T.? ○ The curriculum taught in the Freshman in Transition (F.I.T.) course is taught to

GEA freshmen throughout their freshman academy courses, so GEA students do not need to enroll directly in F.I.T.

● Is there a GPA requirement to get into GEA? How hard is it to get into the program?

○ All freshmen begin high school with a blank transcript that they can create through course selection, determination, and support. The main factor for being admitted into GEA is your desire to be a part of the program. Students who have an interest in the courses and willingness to learn will be able to join GEA and thrive.

● Are all of my classes with the same kids every day in GEA? ○ Students will have GEA classes together (although there may be more than one

section of a particular course, so you probably won’t see the same students in every period), and you will be enrolled in other courses such as your electives and language courses that will include students not in GEA.

● What if I’m not sure whether I will like GEA? Can I wait and join as a sophomore? Or can I drop out of it?

○ Students are encouraged to join GEA as freshmen so that they can fully benefit from the academy and become part of their cohort. If there is space available, students are able to join GEA after their freshman year. Students who may find that GEA is not a match for their interests are allowed to withdraw.

● What are the advantages of GEA being a California Partnership Grant program? ○ GEA receives funding through the California Partnership Grant that allows us to

provide high-tech equipment and to participate in a number of field trips that provide hands-on learning and direct connections with working engineers in their jobs.

If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Fletcher (kfletcher@lvjusd.org) or Ms. Morallos (dmorallos@lvjusd.org).

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AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY...Register for

AP Human Geography!

THE WHY OF WHERE.

Learn in a high-expectations environment with

like-minded students!

If you have a strong sense

of curiosity, if you care about our planet, if you want to unravel the mysteries of why things are where they are,

and if you want to learn

the skills necessary to predict and

solve problems for humanity...

Bonjour Guten Tag Salvete Buenos Días The Languages Program at LHS emphasizes a functional knowledge of the languages and includes courses in French, German, Latin and Spanish. The language courses are designed to help students become articulate citizens in the international world in which we live today.

French, German, Latin and Spanish are demanding courses and success requires good study skills and a strong academic foundation. Language teachers have observed that students with C’s or lower in their academic courses in middle school are likely to find language classes extremely difficult.

The learning of a new language requires daily memorization as well as understanding and application of grammar. Students are expected to attend class regularly and participate in all classroom activities. Additional daily review outside of class time is very important for success in a language course.

Do I need to take a world language course?

LHS requirement: no language requirement for graduation; one year of a language or one year of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) will meet LHS graduation requirements.

Community college: no language requirement for entrance.

California State University: a minimum of two years of the same language.

University of California: a minimum of two years of the same language; three or more years of the same language is strongly recommended.

What should I do?

ü My grades are A’s and B’s and I have very good study skills: Yes, consider enrolling in a language course now!

ü My grades are C’s or lower: Consider waiting at least a year before enrolling in a language course. Use this time to strengthen your study skills and to adjust to high school.

ü I have completed an equivalent of one or two years of language at the middle school: Your middle school teacher will make a recommendation or you may speak to a LHS language teacher about placement. Also, please keep in mind that a student needs a strong foundation in the first years to succeed in the advanced levels. It is better to repeat a course now than to struggle later.

The Official Top Ten Reasonsto Sign-up for

LATIN *10. Fulfills your foreign language requirement 9. Fourth year AP class available. 8. Improve your grammar skills 7. Improve your vocabulary 6. Looks great on college transcripts 5. Learn about power, corruption, and other shenanigans - Roman history 4. Learn about Roman mythology – Jupiter, Juno, Cupid & crew

3. Learn to take apart and analyze language like nobody’s business!

2. Your SAT Scores will impress even Cicero 1. Carpe diem! (Seize the day!)

LHS Latin courses offered in 2020-2021:Latin 1A/B Latin 2A/BLatin 3A/BAP Latin A/B

*CAVEAT EMPTOR (Buyer beware!): The study of Latin is not for the weak-minded.

Social Science Department Freshman Year 

Thinking about which Social Science class to take? It’s not easy! Here are the three options we currently offer at LHS.

Social Science

Honors Social Science

AP Human Geography

Meets LHS Graduation Requirement

X X X

Meets CSU and UC Elective Requirement

X X

Meets CSU and UC History/Social Science

Requirement

X

1-trimester course X X

2-trimester course X

Additional Grade Point On LHS Transcript

X X

Preparation for the Advanced Placement

Exam in May

X

Possible College Units X

Summer Reading Assignment

X

Social Science Department  Required Courses Freshmen Social Science, Honors Social Science, or Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography Sophomores World History or AP World History Juniors United States History or AP United States History Seniors Economics or AP Economics (Micro or Macro) Civics or AP American Government and Politics

 

Electives in the Social Science Department AP Human Geography (when taken after freshman year) AP Psychology History of the Korean and Vietnam Wars Psychology Positive Psychology Sociology Sports in Society Women in American History

YOUR FRIENDS. YOUR STORIES.

ONE YEAR. ONE BOOK.

YOUR CHANCE TO DOCUMENT HISTORY .

Grades 9- 12 welcome. Must take the introductory Trimester One class to the learn the program and processes. Must be a responsible, dedicated team player who can meet deadlines.

- Do you look to Pinterest for creative inspiration?

- Do you have a million pictures on your social media accounts?

- Do you feel ultra connected to our school and student body?

- Do you like to have fun?

- Do you want to make lasting friendships?

- Do you like working at your own pace?

- Do you want to help produce a piece of history that will live on after you?

- Do you want to learn real life, marketable skills?

ART - PHOTOGRAHY - INTERVIEWING - DESIGN - SALES - MARKETING - WRITING -TECHNOLOGY - SOCIAL MEDIA

Choose YEARBOOK as your elective!

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, sign up for yearbook

where you will work on projects that match your interests!

Ivana Brahmst Yearbook Adviser Livermore High School (925) 606-2402 ibrahmst@lvjusd.org

@LHSVaquero