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Parent-Student Handbook

2012-2013

San Joaquin High School

3387 Barranca Parkway

Irvine, CA 92606

(949) 936-7440

(949) 936-7429 Fax

www.iusd.org/sjhs

Home of the Mustangs!

http://www.iusd.org/sjhs

WELCOME TO SAN JOAQUIN HIGH SCHOOL

SAN JOAQUIN HIGH SCHOOL STAFF

Mark Miller

Terry Davenport

Billie Harmsen

Britt Fullerton

Andrew Riddle

Megan Stock

Lynda Smith

Lennette Buckland

Marilyn Hale

Melissa Gibson

Melissa DiScala

Sue Campbell

Sheri Kulungian

SJHS Fax

Principal

Administrative Assistant

Teacher

Teacher

Teacher

Teacher

Secretary

Clerk

Counselor

Counselor

Psychologist

Records Technician

School Nurse

(949) 936-7405

(949) 936-7402

(949) 936-7442

(949) 936-7441

(949) 936-7428

(949) 936-7461

(949) 936-7453

(949)936-7476

(949) 936-7423

(949) 936-7413

(949) 936-7412

(949) 936-7407

(949) 936-7411

(949) 936-7429

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Counseling Services

Marilyn Hale ext. 7423 Monday-Friday

7:30-2:45

Melissa Gibson ext. 7413

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

7:30-2:45

Available by appointment to help with personal, social, and career needs.

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Irvine Unified School District

Vision Statement

A commitment to excellence is the hallmark of the Irvine Unified School District. As a school and community partnership, our promise is to provide the highest quality educational experience we can envision. To that end, we are dedicated to:

The joy of learning Respect for each individual’s worth and uniqueness A celebration of diversity An environment that nurtures the quest for quality A culture founded on relationship and inclusion

We focus on significant results in order to make a meaningful difference in today’s and tomorrow’s world by:

Nurturing the diverse gifts and capabilities within each individual Challenging every student and adult learner to persevere for excellence Developing competent, resourceful, resilient, and empowered learners prepared to meet the challenges of a complex future Enhancing the human capacity for courage, compassion, and contribution

We weave our organizational values — integrity, empowerment, collaboration, trustworthiness, and learning — into all we do.

Mission Statement

The mission of San Joaquin High School is for students, staff, parents, and community to form an educational

partnership dedicated to fostering positive self-esteem in students. Ultimately, this mission builds individual

responsibility, enhances students’ mastery of core knowledge and skills, builds continuity between school and real

world experiences, and assures the completion of high school, the awarding of the diploma and successful transition

into adult life.

SAN JOAQUIN HIGH SCHOOL

Expected School-Wide Learning Results (ESLR’s)

ESLR EVIDENCE SHOWS

OUR GRADUATES WILL BE:

OUR GRADUATES WILL HAVE THE ABILITY TO:

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATORS Read for retention and understanding

Communicate proficiently through

speech, written expression, and technology

Listen actively and reflectively

Communicate in a socially respectable

manner

STRATEGIC THINKERS Employ higher level thinking skills

Demonstrate ethical thinking, decision

making, and problem solving strategies

Utilize high level mathematical principles

Demonstrate positive nonviolent conflict

resolution

HEALTHY SELF-DIRECTED

INDIVIDUALS

Access career planning information

Identify personal strengths and abilities

and apply them to potentially successful

career and employment opportunities

Access and use information in order to

adapt to a changing world

Make informed choices that promote

appropriate social, physical, and mental

health

CONTRIBUTING 21ST

CENTURY

CITIZENS

Demonstrate respect and tolerance within

and across cultures

Contribute responsibly to the community

Demonstrate responsible civic involvement

and participation

Access and use information and skills to

enhance lifelong learning


An Overview

What is Independent Study?

SJHS is WASC Accredited and NCAA Approved. It is an optional, alternative school.

Students attend class a minimum of one hour per week, and are required to spend an

additional 20+ hours per week of working independently.

Open to students in grades 9-12 who wish to earn a high school diploma.

To be successful, students must exhibit:

Maturity

Personal discipline

Independence

Types of Students:

Students looking for an alternative way (not an alternative curriculum) to complete

high school requirements

Students who want to work during the day: we recommend 20-25 hours per week

Students who are involved with some type of activity that causes them to miss days of

school (athletics, modeling, acting, etc.)

Students who have health issues that cause them to miss days of school

Students who want to take community college classes during the day

Pregnant teens

What San Joaquin is not…

Not an easier way to earn credit or a quick way to graduate

Not an alternative curriculum

Not for students who are extremely behind in credits

Independent Study requires a high degree of personal responsibility. Students who do not

meet the school expectations will be withdrawn and referred to Creekside High School or

other appropriate placement.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Work Experience:

San Joaquin students can earn up to 10 credits per semester for having a paying job.

Work experience credits are elective credits.

Work Permits: All students and persons under 18 years of age MUST have a work

permit to be legally employed. Work permits are valid for one school year at a time.

Students must renew their work permits yearly, as well as each time they change

jobs. Students who are not performing well in school, have excessive absences, or

who engage in behavior that leads to expulsion, risk having their work permit

revoked by school personnel, meaning they may no longer legally remain employed.

Additionally, students may NOT be employed during their scheduled school hours.

City-As-School:

Community College

Courses

Regional Occupational

Program (ROP)

San Joaquin High School students can earn elective credit from volunteering in the

community.

Students are eligible to enroll in Community College courses and are offered high

school credit for completion of these courses. Preapproval of coursework is required

before registration.

It is the responsibility of students who wish to apply college credit toward high

school graduation requirements to see that an official transcript is given to the

registrar.

Students may enroll in vocational courses through the ROP. Credits may be earned

towards graduation. Information regarding course offerings is available through the

Coastline Regional Occupation Program (http:\\coastlinerop.schoolloop.com).

For registration contact Vicki Dimitruk @iusd.org or (949) 936-7821.

San Joaquin Athletic Eligibility

Semester Eligibility (End of 2nd and 4th quarters)

1. The student is currently enrolled in at least 20 semester credits of work;

2. The student was passing in the equivalent of at least 20 semester credits of work at the completion

of the most recent grading period; (only 5 credits of PE may be applied)

3. The student has maintained during the previous grading period a minimum unweighted 2.0 grade-

point average, on a 4.0 scale, in all enrolled courses.

4. The student is maintaining minimum progress toward meeting the high school graduation

requirements as prescribed by the governing board;

5. If a student is passing 20 credits, but has below a 2.0 G.P.A., the student may apply for a one time

probationary period.

Quarter Eligibility (End of 1st and 3rd quarters)

1. Enrolled in 12.5 credits (10 academic/2.5 PE)

2. Passing 10 credits (only 2.5 of PE credit may be applied)

3. A 2.0 G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale, in all enrolled courses

4. The student is maintaining minimum progress toward meeting the high school graduation

requirements as prescribed by the governing board;

5. If the student has passed 10 credits, but has below a 2.0 G.P.A., the student may apply for a one

time probationary period.


Enrollment Information

CONTACT PERSON

Billie Harmsen, Lead Teacher at

(949) 936-7442

[email protected]

Enrollment is open throughout the school year.

IN-DISTRICT ENROLLMENT Students wishing to transfer to SJHS must do

the following:

Get a written referral from their high

school.

Referrals may be obtained from a:

o Counselor

o Principal

o Vice-Principal

o School Psychologist

A parent or guardian must attend with

the student at the time of SJHS

enrollment.

IEP-SERVED STUDENTS Students who have an IEP and wish to transfer

to independent study must do the following:

Contact their case carrier and school

psychologist at their high school.

The school psychologist and IEP-Team

will discuss the viability of the request

and contact the SJHS psychologist to

discuss possible change of placement.

An IEP meeting shall be convened to

discuss and decide if a change of

placement to independent study is

appropriate.

If the change of placement is approved,

the IEP will be amended to reflect the

transfer to independent study.

PRE-START OF SCHOOL YEAR

ENROLLEMENT QUESTIONS

Anyone having questions regarding enrollment

before the start of the school year should call

(949) 936-7402 or (949) 936-7407 for

information and procedures.


High School Graduation Minimum Course Requirements Subject Area Credits Required English 40.00 Algebra 1 10.00 Mathematics 10.00 Life Science 5.00 Physical Science 5.00 Science Electives 10.00 American Government 5.00 U. S. History 10.00 Health 5.00 Physical Education 20.00 Language or Fine Arts 10.00 World Cultures 10.00 Economics 5.00 General Electives 70.00 Totals 215.00 A student must complete all high school graduation requirements (required courses, credits, and CAHSEE) by the end of spring semester of the senior year to be eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony. Credits are awarded on a semester basis. Successful completion of a course earns credits towards graduation. A course taken for one semester normally earns five semester credits towards graduation. (A limited number of courses earn variable credits or less than five credits.) Therefore, a student will typically earn thirty credits each semester, or sixty credits each year. Seniors who have not completed all required courses by the end of their senior year must meet the updated district graduation requirement for the year in which they go graduate.

CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAMINATION (CAHSEE) 1. What is the purpose of the CAHSEE? The purpose of the CAHSEE is (1) to improve student achievement in high school; and (2) to help ensure that students who graduate from high school can demonstrate competency in reading, writing, and mathematics. 2. When do students first take the CAHSEE? Student MUST take the exam for the first time in the second part of their tenth grade year. 3. What does the CAHSEE cover? The CAHSEE has two parts: English-language arts and mathematics. The English-language arts part of the CAHSEE test includes content standards through grade ten. The reading section includes vocabulary, decoding, comprehension, and analysis of informational and literary texts. The writing section covers writing strategies, applications, and the conventions of Standard English (for example, grammar, spelling, and punctuation). The mathematics part of the CAHSEE includes content standards in grades six and seven and Algebra I. The exam includes statistics, data analysis and probability, number sense, measurement and geometry, mathematical reasoning, and algebra. Students are also asked to demonstrate a strong foundation in computation and arithmetic, including working with decimals, fractions, and percentages. 4. What kinds of questions are on the CAHSEE? Most of the questions on the CAHSEE are multiple choice. However, the English-language arts part of the exam also includes one essay question (writing task). The exam is given only in English, and all students must pass the exam in English to receive a high school diploma. 5. When (and how) do students find out whether they have passed the CAHSEE? School districts receive student score reports about two months after the date of the exam. The district mails one copy to the student’s home and keeps another copy in the student’s permanent record. Scores may range from 250-450. A score of 350 or higher indicates proficiency and is a passing score. 6. What if a student does not pass the first time? Students who do not pass the exam in the tenth grade will have several opportunities to take it again during their junior and senior years. Once they have passed either part of the exam, they will not be tested again on that part. Students who do not pass a part of the exam will be placed into a course designed to help them learn what they need to know in order to pass. Seniors who have completed all their coursework and have not passed the CAHSEE have the next two years to pass the CAHSEE and receive a high school diploma. 7. Will students with exceptional needs have to take the CAHSEE? Yes. Students with exceptional needs must pass the CAHSEE to earn a high school diploma. The CAHSEE may be administered with appropriate accommodations as required in each students Individual Education Plan (IEP) or 504-accommodation plan. 8. What if a student is still learning to speak and read in English? All students must pass the CAHSEE to be eligible for a high school diploma. Students who are English learners are required to take the CAHSEE in grade ten with all students.

2012-2013 TEST DATES

November 6&7 CAHSEE Make-ups (11th and 12th grade) February 5&6 12th grade CAHSEE Make-ups March 12&13 CAHSEE 10th, 11th, 12th grade May 14&15 CAHSEE Make-ups (10th and 12th grade)

“A-G” Requirements

The intent of the “a-g” subject requirements is to ensure that students can participate fully in the first-year program at the

University in a wide variety of fields of study. The requirements are written deliberately for the benefit of all students expecting

to enter the University, and not for preparation for specific majors. UC faculty considers the Subject Requirements to be effective

preparation, on many levels, for undergraduate work at the University. This pattern of study assures the faculty that the student

has attained a body of general knowledge that will provide breadth and perspective to new, more advanced study. Fulfillment of

the “a-g” pattern also demonstrates that the student has attained essential critical thinking and study skills.

On an annual basis, public and private California high schools use the “a-g” online update web site to submit to UC requested

updates to their existing “a-g” course list. It is recommended that new schools develop an “a-g” course list by the time their first

class of students are Juniors.

To satisfy this requirement, you must complete the 15 year-long high school courses listed below. These courses are also

known as the “a-g” subjects. At least seven of the 15 year-long courses must be taken in your last two years of high school.

California High School Students: The courses you take to fulfill the Subject Requirements must be certified the University

as meeting the requirements and must be included on your school’s UC-certified course list.

Subject Area California State University University of California

GPA

Calculate your high school GPA using only “A-G”

approved courses taken after the 9th grade.

Subject Requirements

15 year long college prep courses from approved “A-G’ course list

“A”

Social Sciences and History

2 years required

1year US History, or 1 semester US

History and 1 semester Civics, or

American Government

1 year Social Studies

2 years required

1 year US History, or 1 semester

US History and 1 semester Civics, or

American Government

1 year World History

“B”

English

4 years required

No more than 1 year may be

advanced ESL

4 years required

No more than 1 year may be

advanced ESL

“C”

Mathematics

3 years required

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2

3 years required

4th year strongly recommended

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2

“D”

Laboratory Science

2 years required

1 year Physical Science

(may be 9th grade Coordinated Science)

1 year Biological Science

2 years required

2 years strongly recommended

1 year Biological Science

1 year Chemistry or Physics

“E”

Language other than English (LOTE)

2 years of one LOTE

2 years of one LOTE

3 years recommended

“F”

Visual and Preforming Arts

1 year required

1 year long course

(Example: Ceramics A&B)

1 year required

1 year long course

(Example: Ceramics A&B)

“G”

College Preparatory Elective

1 year required

1 year or (2 semesters) in additional to

those listed above in “A-F” or

non-introductory VPA or year 3 of LOTE

or 2 years of a second LOTE

1 year required

1 year or (2 semesters) in addition to

those listed above in “A-F” or

non-introductory VPA or year 3 of LOTE

or 2 years of a second LOTE

ENGLISH

Course Description: This course will review and refine communication skills which are necessary for the proficient use of

the English language. The student’s comprehension skills will increase through reading and discussing a variety of literature

including drama, poetry, short stories, and novels. Systematic study and use of composition, grammar, vocabulary, and

spelling, the student will further strengthen reading and writing skills.

Performance Objectives:

To utilize standard grammar in writing and speaking

To understand the structure of the paragraph

To increase vocabulary by using word attack skills

To identify literary components of drama, poetry, short stories, and novels

Course Description: This course will review and refine communication skills which are necessary for the proficient use of

the English language. The student’s comprehension skills will increase through reading and discussing a variety of literature

including drama, poetry, short stories, and novels. Systematic study and use of composition, grammar, vocabulary, and

spelling, the student will further strengthen reading and writing skills.


To utilize standard grammar in writing and speaking

To understand the structure of the paragraph

To increase vocabulary by using word attack skills

To identify literary components of drama, poetry, short stories, and novels

Course Description: This course is designed to cover more advanced work on composition, grammar, vocabulary, and

spelling. Analysis of drama, poetry, non-fiction, short stories, and novels will be presented.


To analyze literary themes developed by characterization, setting, conflict, and points of view

To develop a more mature writing style plus a more sophisticated vocabulary

To use standard English grammar in writing and speaking

Course Description: This course is designed to cover more advanced work on composition, grammar, vocabulary, and

spelling. Analysis of drama, poetry, non-fiction, short stories, and novels will be presented.


To analyze literary themes developed by characterization, setting, conflict, and points of view

To develop a more mature writing style plus a more sophisticated vocabulary

To use standard English grammar in writing and speaking

COURSE TITLE: ENGLISH 1A COURSE NUMBER: 1073

COURSE TITLE: ENGLISH 1B COURSE NUMBER: 1075

COURSE TITLE: ENGLISH 2A COURSE NUMBER: 1103

COURSE TITLE: ENGLISH 2B COURSE NUMBER: 1104

Course Description: This course is a survey of American Literature with background given on its major writers. Poetry,

drama, short stories, essays, and novels are analyzed and discussed.


To demonstrate basic knowledge of writers and literary works of the various periods

To identify themes and styles of writing

To trace important social developments as they are reflected in literature

Course Description: This course is a survey of American Literature with background given on its major writers. Poetry,

drama, short stories, essays, and novels are analyzed and discussed.


To demonstrate basic knowledge of writers and literary works of the various periods

To identify themes and styles of writing

To trace important social developments as they are reflected in literature

Course Description: This course offers an overview of concepts, styles, and philosophies with major writers of the world,

ranging from Classical Greek drama to modern European writing. In addition, more practice will be given in formal

expository writing.


To analyze the themes of the works studied

To understand the cultural dictates of literature

To understand the variety of techniques and organizational structures

Course Description: This course offers an overview of concepts, styles, and philosophies with major writers of the world,

ranging from Classical Greek drama to modern European writing. In addition, more practice will be given in formal

expository writing.


To analyze the themes of the works studied

To understand the cultural dictates of literature

To understand the variety of techniques and organizational structures

COURSE TITLE: AMERICAN LITERATURE A COURSE NUMBER: 1136

COURSE TITLE: AMERICAN LITERATURE B COURSE NUMBER: 1137

COURSE TITLE: WORLD LITERATURE A COURSE NUMBER: 1183

COURSE TITLE: WORLD LITERATURE B COURSE NUMBER: 1184

Course Description: This course is designed to survey British Literature (drama, novels, short stories, and poetry) and its

relationship to history.


To trace the development of drama

To identify the periods of English literature and their characteristics

To define various literary terms

Course Description: This course is designed to survey British Literature (drama, novels, short stories, and poetry) and its

relationship to history.


To trace the development of drama

To identify the periods of English literature and their characteristics

To define various literary terms

Course Description: This course is designed to allow students to pursue the reading of classics in literature which interests

them. All books selected are from the approved book list provided by the school district.


To demonstrate basic knowledge of information in the text

To write critical evaluation of all books read

To develop an appreciation for literature as an art

Course Description: This course is designed to improve reading skills. Techniques of speed, power, development, and

remediation will be based on each student’s individual needs and goals.


To identify main idea and supporting details

To follow and interpret a sequence of ideas

To increase vocabulary skills

To read for recreational and informational purposes

COURSE TITLE: BRITISH LITERATURE A COURSE NUMBER: 1154

COURSE TITLE: BRITISH LITERATURE B COURSE NUMBER: 1155

COURSE TITLE: INDEPENDENT READING COURSE NUMBER: 1063

COURSE TITLE: READING TECHNIQUES COURSE NUMBER: 1056

Course Description: Major literary elements will be used in the analysis of selected novels, essays, short stories, poetry, and

drama. Students will analyze the treatment of contemporary themes in selected works and incorporate these contemporary

themes into their own creative writing forms.


Discuss and analyze literature

Utilize contemporary themes in his own writing

Express creativity in the areas of prose and poetry

Course Description: This course is designed for the student who has completed standard freshman and sophomore English

courses but whose writing, reading, or literary analysis skills need further development before pursuing in-depth literature

work. Specific emphasis will be placed on economic, social, and a personal relevancy in literature and communication skills:

various media including newspapers and magazines will support the text work. Word attack, vocabulary, and grammatical

skills may be reviewed as deemed necessary in evaluation of student writings.


Write a letter of complaint or response to a given problem or issue using proper editing and format rules

Discuss and analyze a variety of literary works

Utilize contemporary issues in their writing

Write a five-paragraph essay

Utilize standard grammar and spelling in writing and prepared speeches

Increase working vocabulary

Course Description: This course is designed for the student who has completed standard freshman and sophomore English

courses but whose writing, reading, or literary analysis skills need further development before pursuing in-depth literature

work. Specific emphasis will be placed on economic, social, and a personal relevancy in literature and communication skills:

various media including newspapers and magazines will support the text work. Word attack, vocabulary, and grammatical

skills may be reviewed as deemed necessary in evaluation of student writings.


Write a letter of complaint or response to a given problem or issue using proper editing and format rules

Discuss and analyze a variety of literary works

Utilize contemporary issues in their writing

Write a five-paragraph essay

Utilize standard grammar and spelling in writing and prepared speeches

Increase working vocabulary

COURSE TITLE: CONTEMPORARY NOVELS COURSE NUMBER: 1150

COURSE TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS COMP. & LIT A COURSE NUMBER: 1141

COURSE TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS COMP. & LIT B COURSE NUMBER: 1142

SOCIAL SCIENCE

Course Description: This course will cover the political, economic, and social matters of humanity with the earliest

civilizations through modern history.


To become aware of our debt to other people

To learn about our racial and ethnic backgrounds

To learn the lessons of the past

To understand our independent world

Course Description: This course will survey the history of the United States from the colonial period through the beginning

of the 20th century.


To increase knowledge of the economics, political, social, and cultural development of the U.S. from the colonial

period to the growth of the labor movement

To discuss concepts involving the development of the United States

To describe the cause and effects of major events in American History

To recognize selected personalities in American History

Course Description: This course will survey the history of the United States through the 20th century.


To describe the relationship of our geography to the development of our nation

To identify major periods of American history

To describe the cause and effects of major events in American History

To recognize selected personalities in American History

Course Description: This course will examine the various facts of the American federal, state, and local governments, plus

factors that influence political behavior and contribute to decision making.


To identify the major parts of the workings of the Constitution

To understand the legislative branch of our government

To understand the executive branch of our government

To understand the judicial branch of our government

To understand how and why the political process of this country affects the lives of its people

COURSE TITLE: WORLD HISTORY A & B COURSE NUMBER: 6242 & 6244

COURSE TITLE: U.S. HISTORY A COURSE NUMBER: 6303

COURSE TITLE: U.S. HISTORY B COURSE NUMBER: 6305

COURSE TITLE: POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSE NUMBER: 6511

Course Description: This course will cover the basic principles of economics with an emphasis on the workings of the

American economy. Some topics to be discussed will be: the law of supply and demand, the operation of the stock market,

the causes of inflation, and the evolution of economics theory.


To evaluate the effects of early economic theory in today’s economic philosophies

To describe the major elements of market, command, and mixed economics

To describe the laws of supply and demand

To explain and analyze government regulation and its effect on the American economy

SCIENCE

Course Description: This course is designed to cover the interdependence of all living things with each other and with their

environment.


To list the characteristics of a living thing

To identify the basic parts of a plant and explain the importance of photosynthesis

To describe the function of each system in the human body

To identify environmental problems and the effect they have on mankind

Course Description: This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the physical, earth, and biological

sciences.


To develop skills in manipulating materials and in gathering, organizing, and communicating scientific information

To understand the likenesses and differences in living things

To understand how the human body works

To understand the planet on which we live

To have a basic understanding of force and motion, energy, and matter

Course Description: This course is designed to help the student understand the planet on which we live. Topics will include

the diversity of the universe, composition of the earth, the changing earth, the earth’s past and the earth’s future.


To describe different types of stars and explain the life cycle of a star

To describe how the occurrences of the seasons and how the earth affects them

COURSE TITLE: ECONOMICS COURSE NUMBER: 6611

COURSE TITLE: LIFE SCIENCE A & B COURSE NUMBER: 5105

COURSE TITLE: GENERAL SCIENCE A & B COURSE NUMBER: 5152 & 5153

COURSE TITLE: EARTH SCIENCE COURSE NUMBER: 5201

Course Description: This course will study living organisms. The student will acquire a fundamental background in

zoology, botany, biochemistry, ecology, genetics, and the scientific approach to solving problems.


To identify the structure and function of a cell

To understand how heredity and environment determine individual makeup

To have an understanding of the structure and function of various system of organisms

Course Description: Ecology is the study of the relationship between organisms and their environment. Students will study

how organisms respond to physical and biological factors in their environment. Students will be required to perform

experiments outside of the classroom and attend assigned field trips. Topics to be explored include population dynamics,

scientific analysis, energy flow within the environment, biological interactions, conditions for life, cycling of matter,

ecosystems, resources, human interactions with their environments, global changes and consequences as well as local

resource issues.


Carry out the scientific method to develop critical thinking and problem solving

Arrive at conclusions through investigation, data collection, finding and selecting information

Communicate conclusions

Design and conduct scientific investigations

Understand that essential elements are needed by living organisms and are a part of large biochemical cycle

Discuss the interactions of the biotic and abiotic of the biosphere

Reflect on the human role and impact on these interactions

Course Description: This is a one-semester course that is designed to enhance students’ understanding of the scientific and social issues associated with our changing environment.


Understand the flow and the cycling of matter

Discuss the interconnectedness of all life

Evaluate the stability and change in an ecosystem

Explain conservation and resource allocation

Reflect on human activity and technology and its impact on the biosphere

Research and form opinions about current environmental issues

Course Description: This course is a text based course with an emphasis on the nature of chemistry and physics.


To develop science skills

To identify properties of matter, states of matter, atomic structure, chemical bonds, chemical reactions, solutions,

acids and bases, carbon chemistry, and nuclear chemistry

COURSE TITLE: BIOLOGY A & B COURSE NUMBER: 5303 & 5305

COURSE TITLE: ECOLOGY COURSE NUMBER: 5560

COURSE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE COURSE NUMBER: 5198

COURSE TITLE: COORDIANTED SCIENCE A & B COURSENUMBER: 5252 & 5257

To have an understanding of the periodic table

To understand motion and forces, work, power, machines, energy, waves, sound, the electromagnetic spectrum,

electricity, and magnetism

MATHEMATICS

Course Description: This course is designed to prepare students for a course in first year algebra.


To introduce basic algebra concepts

To introduce the concept of place value

To be able to combine like terms

To identify commutative and associative properties

To introduce prime factorization

To solve simple equations with one variable

Course Description: This course will cover the basic operations on real numbers, solving equations, polynomials, factoring,

and the basic operations on fractional expressions.


To recognize algebraic symbols

To perform basic operations with real numbers

To perform basic operations with polynomials

To factor polynomials

To perform basic operations with fractional expressions

To solve application problems involving the above skills

Course Description: This course will continue the study of fractional expressions, inequalities, linear equations, and their

graphs, systems of linear equations, rational and irrational numbers, and quadratic functions and equations.


To perform basic operations with fractional expressions

To solve inequalities

To solve and graph linear equations

To solve systems of linear equations

To perform basic operations with rational and irrational numbers

To solve basic quadratic equations


COURSE TITLE: PRE-ALGEBRA A & B COURSE NUMBER: 3201

COURSE TITLE: ALGEBRA 1A ` COURSE NUMBER: 3308

COURSE TITLE: ALGEBRA 1B COURSE NUMBER: 3310

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to plane and solid geometry. The student will develop his

powers of spatial visualization while building knowledge of geometric elements. Emphasis is placed on the deductive method

of proof and the need for precision of language.


To define geometric terms

To understand the relationship of points, lines, and planes

To write proofs in statement reason form

To prove triangles and corresponding parts congruent

To prove lines parallel

To do simple indirect proofs

To do problems involving geometric inequalities

To prove triangles similar

Course Description: This course continues to study the theorems, proofs, and their applications. The deductive method of proof and precision language will be continued. Algebraic skills are reviewed and strengthened.


To solve problems involving properties of proportions

To solve problems using the Pythagorean Theorem

To solve area problems for polygonal regions

To define sine, cosine, and tangent ratios

To use trigonometric table

To solve problems involving plane coordinate geometry

To solve problems involving circles and spheres

To solve area problems for circles and sectors

To solve volume problems for solids

Course Description: This course is intended for students who will be pursuing the study of science and/or mathematics at

the college level. Algebra IIA reinforces and improves skills studies in previous math courses with a more rigorous approach

to inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving systems of equations, polynomials, quadratic functions, rational

expressions and basic trigonometry.


To solve equations with one variable

To solve inequalities with one variable

Graph linear equations

Solve systems of linear equations

Perform the basic operations with polynomials

Graph quadratic functions

To solve quadratic equations by factoring, using the quadratic formula, and completing the square

Perform the basic operations with rational expressions

COURSE TITLE: GEOMETRY A COURSE NUMBER: 3402

COURSE TITLE: GEOMETRY B COURSE NUMBER: 3404

COURSE TITLE: ALGEBRA IIA COURSE NUMBER: 3507


To solve problems using trigonometric ratios and use trigonometric tables

To solve problems relation to angles in standard position, special angles, and elated angles

Course Description: Algebra IIB completes the basic course work for the college-bound students and prepares students for

the more advanced courses in the college preparatory math program. Students study radicals and irrational numbers, solving

quadratic relations, logarithms, sequences and series, matrices, basic trigonometric relationships and identities, and

permutations, combinations, and probability.


Perform the basic operations with radicals and irrational numbers

Identify relations as circles, parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas

Perform the basic operations with logarithms

To solve problems involving arithmetic and geometric sequences and series

Apply basic concepts of permutations, combinations, and probability


Course Description: Pre-Calculus is a course designed to prepare students intending to pursue a course of study involving

higher mathematics.


Characteristics of graphs and functions

Rational functions and their graphs

Mathematical induction

Solution of trigonometric equations

Introduction to vectors in the plane and space

Course Description: This is a one-year math program in which students explore and experience the basic skills as they are

needed in the investigation of applied situations.


To understand income, banking, and credit

To understand expenses associated with purchasing, owning, and operating an automobile

To understand owning a home versus renting

To understand taxes, insurance, and investments

To understand purchasing and budgeting

COURSE TITLE: ALGEBRA IIB COURSE NUMBER: 3508

COURSE TITLE: PRE-CALCULUS A & B COURSE NUMBER: 3699 & 3700

COURSE TITLE: CONSUMER MATH A & B COURSE NUMBER: 3035 & 3036

ELECTIVES

Course Description: This course integrates students’ academic experiences with resources throughout the community.

Resources include business, civic, cultural, and service organizations.


Integrate learned academic concepts and skills into the framework of the City-As-School resources

Survey career opportunity and write a comprehensive paper on some specific aspect of the resource

Master several of the technical or cognitive skills related to the resources

Learn responsibilities and daily routines of the resources

Develop good working relationships with designated members at the resource

Provide a written evaluation as assigned by the teacher

Course Description: To utilize the business community as a career-training laboratory where students can learn or polish

their skills.


To assist young people develop skills, habits, and attitudes conducive to job success and personal growth

To help students to choose and prepare for a career

Course Description: This course is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation for good nutrition through meal

planning and analysis. Each of the food groups is studied as to nutritional content and preparation techniques.


To increase awareness of the nutritional value of foods in each food group

To understand weight control is achieved through a combination of nutrition and exercise

To learn techniques for cooking foods to preserve nutritional value

To understand various methods of cooking

To learn how to plan attractive and nutritious meals

To understand an effective family food budget

Course Description: This course is designed to help students explore and develop skills and appreciate in a wide variety of creative forms including music, visual arts, theater, and dance. In this pursuit, students will be provided the opportunity to

connect the visual and performing arts not only to other areas in the curriculum but to our country’s cultural heritage and

diverse cultural tradition.


To draw, construct, or build projects, which involve basic art concepts such as form, line, color, mood, perspective,

etc.

To critically appreciate their work and that of others through standards of excellence in each area

To learn and apply common artistic forms

To express emotion through visual or performing art and/or discern emotions expressed in work of others

To discuss the influence of social, political, economic, and technological events in history on forms of artistic

expression, style, etc.

COURSE TITLE: CITY-AS-SCHOOL COURSE NUMBER: 8598

COURSE TITLE: WORK EXPERIENCE COURSE NUMBER: 9732

COURSE TITLE: NUTRITION COURSE NUMBER: 8821

COURSE TITLE: ART INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSE NUMBER: 7350

To summarize the role the arts have played in transmission of at least one culture’s ceremonies and celebrations in

the U.S.

To analyze and critically appreciate art in architecture and housing styles as reflected in the community

Course Description: This fundamental course is designed for students wishing to pursue their interest in drawing. Students develop their skills and learn a variety of techniques.


Student will have completed exercises that stress principles of good composition, perspective, contour and shading,

and contrast and value.

Students will also visit museums and critique artists’ work.

Course Description: This course is designed to acquaint the student with the developmental stages from infancy through adolescence. The various theories suggested by Jean Piaget, B.F. Skinner, and Erik Erikson, will be studied and discussed.


To discuss the importance of good pre-natal care, good nutrition, early and regular medical checkups

To discuss intellectual, social, and physical development stages of the infant, toddler, and preschooler

To learn about qualities of family environments which contribute to stable personality development

Course Description: This course is designed to explore some of the most perplexing problems of our time, among them:

inflation, drug use and abuse, crime and criminal justice, poverty, and pollution.


To identify problems and conflicts facing the world today

To recognize the impact of individual values on world issues

To discuss various solutions to these issues

Course Description: This course is designed to examine the interaction of people in groups and how these groups relate to

each other. The conflict between individuality and conformity will be covered.


To understand the techniques that sociologists use to study group behavior

To explain how societies are organized with various institutions

To understand social change and its effects on group behavior and society

Course Description: This course explores the field of individual human behavior. Personality development, learning, perception, and abnormal psychology will be discussed as well as the classic theorists and their contributions to the field.

COURSE TITLE: DRAWING A & B COURSE NUMBER: 7029 & 7030

COURSE TITLE: CHILD GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT COURSE NUMBER: 6817

COURSE TITLE: CURRENT ISSUES IN AMERICAN DEMOCRACY COURSE NUMBER: 6021

COURSE TITLE: SOCIOLOGY COURSE NUMBER: 6863

COURSE TITLE: PSYCHOLOGY COURSE NUMBER: 6841


To identify major psychological theorists and their contributions to the field

To identify theories on learning, perception, personality development, and emotions

To be able to identify various abnormal psychological states and the theories behind them

Course Description: This course is designed to focus on the criminal justice system, the way it functions, its problems, and

its relationship between a safe society and individual rights.


To distinguish the differences between criminal and civil law

To describe the differences between the adult and juvenile justice system

To explain the dual role of the law as a guardian of a safe society and the protection of individual rights

To encourage the student to analyze, evaluate, and in some situations, resolve legal disputes

To give students an understanding of their legal rights and responsibilities

To promote in students a willingness and capability to participate effectively in the legal and political systems

Course Description: This practical course is designed to develop specific skills and techniques in an office setting. The

student will work under the direct supervision of administration and clerical staff. There is a 10 CREDIT LIMIT towards

meeting graduation requirements. This course is offered on a credit/no credit basis.


To perform as an office receptionist

To accurately file documents and records

To operate specific types of office machinery

To perform other office duties as required

HEALTH

Course Description: This course is designed to acquaint students with current individual and community health problems. In

addition physical, mental, social, and emotional aspects of health problems will be covered. Emphasis on safety procedures and basic first-aid techniques will be covered.


To identify major communicable diseases

To list the effects of substance abuse on the individual and the society

To understand and perform various life saving techniques

COURSE TITLE: LAW & SOCIETY COURSE NUMBER: 685.3

COURSE TITLE: STUDENT ASSISTANT COURSE NUMBER: 9705

COURSE TITLE: HEALTH COURSE NUMBER: 8001

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Course Description: This course will prepare the student for a lifelong experience in physical fitness and recreation. The

student will be offered the opportunity to progress at his own speed and develop a balance between the development of motor

skills and lifetime sports activities.


To develop efficient and effective motor skills and develop an aesthetic quality of movement

To develop socially desirable behavior involving movement in interactions with others

To develop interest and proficiency in the skills essential for successful participation in lifetime physical recreation

activities

Course Description: This course is designed for students needing an academically oriented alternative for physical

education. Maximum 5 credits.


To learn how to assess their personal levels of physical fitness

To learn about the changes in personal habits that may be required to acquire a certain level of physical fitness

To learn about taking responsibility for planning, developing, and maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle

To design a physical-activity and fitness program that can meet their individual needs throughout their lives

COURSE TITLE: PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSE NUMBER: 4000

COURSE TITLE: P.E. INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSE NUMBER: 4998

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