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Chelan
High School
Course Descriptions
This program of studies is designed
to inform you about Chelan
High School. The careful reading of course descriptions and
programs will ensure that you choose the proper educational
program to achieve your goals.
Learning opportunities are available in five major
areas. These areas are part of the Chelan
High School's
School to Work Program.
The school has provided qualified instructors in
every area. It is essential that you make your choices only
after thoughtful review.
If you have questions or suggestions please make
them known. We are excited about the potential you have
as a Chelan High
School student.
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| I. Credit for learning experiences conducted away
form Chelan High School:
There are additional options to earn CHS credits for
those who find themselves deficient in credits. The following must have approval of the Principal
and Counselor:
a.
Correspondence Schools (The school must be approved by the National
University Extension Association and Chelan High School), PASS program and computer
based on-line courses.
b.
Private Industry Council Summer
Program.
c.
Home School (need documentation and transcript
and/or pass exam for credit.)
d.
CHS summer school (student
pays)
Permission for enrollment will be based upon the need
to earn credits and/or make up credits that were lost due
to class failures at Chelan High School or at previous high schools. |
Other
options for learning opportunities include: |
Running Start- A program for high school
juniors and seniors which allow them to earn high school
and college credit simultaneously.
Running Start students receive free tuition for college classes.
Books, transportation, and other fees are the responsibility
of the student. In order to participate in Running Start, students must take the
ASSET placement test which is given at Wenatchee Valley College and the Chelan H.S. campus. Students must declare their intent to participate
in Running Start
and take the ASSET test in the spring of the school year
prior to participation.
An informational meeting is held at the high school
in March and all interested students and parents should
attend this meeting. |
North Central Washington
Skill Center - Several technical programs are offered.
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II.
GRADE POINT AVERAGE
The grade point average (GPA) is calculated
by the computer and is used to rank students in a class
according to scholastic attainment as indicated by grades
received in all classes. The following equation is used in calculating
a student's GPA:
GPA = Sum of point values divided by the sum of attempted
credits.
Point value is assigned as follows:
A= 4.0,
A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, C+=2.3, C=2.0, C-=1.7, D+=1.3,
D-1.0, D-=.7, F=0
P-F-N/C
are used in GPA calculations.
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Basic Requirements
Chelan High School Graduation (Beginning with Class of 2003) |
Your
grade level classification will be determined by the number
of high school credits successfully earned by the start
of each semester. Most
classes count one credit.
A student earns 3.5 credits per term, with a total
of 7 credits per year. It
is very important to balance your schedule for optimum success. You can only fail two electives in four years
and still graduate on time unless you make up credits, which
is difficult. Classes beginning the fall of 2000 will be
both 60 minutes (all year) and 90 minute (block) for one
term. Both will be
for 1 credit even though the 60 minute class will equal
180 hours of instruction and the 90 minute 135 hours.
Content of instruction will be modified to complete
goals and objectives for both classes. |
The
following are the number of credits needed to graduate:
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4.0 |
*
English (ESL students must complete at least through
English II, beginning with freshman class of 02/03) |
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2.5
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**
Social Studies |
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3.0 |
***
Mathematics |
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2.0 |
****
Science |
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2.0 |
*****
P.E. |
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1.0 |
Vocational |
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1.0 |
Fine
Arts |
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.5 |
Keyboarding/Micro |
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.5 |
Health |
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16.5 |
Required |
| 9.5 |
Electives |
| *ESL
students must complete at least through English II,
beginning with freshman class of 02/03 |
| **
Washington State History in the eighth grade fulfills
.5 credits for social studies requirement. |
| ***
Algebra 1 taken in eighth grade will fulfill 1.0 math
requirement. |
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1.0 must
be lab. Science |
| *****
1.0 must be Co-Ed |
| Both
Washington State History and Algebra 1 will count
for credit fulfillment, but will not count toward
the total of 26 credits needed to graduate. |
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Recommended Classes By Year for Graduation |
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Grade
9 |
Grade 10 |
Grade
11 |
Grade 12 |
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English
I |
English
II |
American
Studies |
English
IV |
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P.E. |
P.E. |
Fine
Arts * |
Curr.
World Problems |
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Physical
Science |
Biology |
US
History |
Vocational
* |
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Math |
Math |
English
III |
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Rotations |
Social
Studies |
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Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Crs. |
Required? |
Description |
Basic
English |
9-12 |
None |
1.0 |
Yes |
The
purpose of English is to help students develop their reading
and writing skills so they can enter English I. Students will be placed in this class based
on their reading and writing skills.
They must demonstrate certain proficiencies their
reading and writing skills in order to progress to the English
I, II, III, IV sequence. Students who do not meet the required level
by the end of this course may be required to take it again
for an elective, not an English credit. |
English
I |
9 |
English
8 or Basic English |
1.0 |
Yes |
English
I is a integrated course which consists of one unit of basic
grammar, one unit of writing mechanics, one unit of basic
composition, and one unit of survey of literature.
Outside reading throughout the semester is designed
to supplement various types of literature and includes assigned
titles, as well as titles of the student's choice which
are meant to introduce students to a wide variety of fiction
for pleasurable reading.
Oral language is presented through an oral report
and oral book reports. Spelling and vocabulary are practiced with writing
and literature. |
Honors
English I |
9 |
Recommendation
by 8th grade teacher |
1.0 |
Yes |
Honors
English I is a course designed for the advanced student
seeking proficiency in the areas of grammar, writing, and
literature. Grammar
study will include an intensified review of English usage.
Mastery level of grammar skills is required to receive
credit for this class. Following
this review will be the study of writing skills, such as
sentence structure and paragraph writing which will lead
up to a final career research paper.
The exciting study of classical literature, ranging
from the ancient Greeks to William Shakespeare, is integrated
into the program |
English
II |
10 |
English
I |
1.0 |
Yes |
English
II is a class that includes grammar review as needed.
Composition centers on paragraph writing with an
emphasis on the writing process. Methods of development as well as strategies
for organization will be explored.
An introduction to the 3 and 5 paragraph essay, as
well as a 1500-word research paper is included.
World Literature including Greek drama, Shakespeare,
American novel, poetry and short story will be integrated
into the course and used as a basis for much of the writing. Speech will be taught through oral interpretation,
oral book reports, and informative speeches. |
Honors
English II |
10 |
Honors
I w/ A or B grade or recommendation by teacher |
1.0 |
Yes |
This
English class designed for the top 25% of the class.
It covers the same curriculum as regular English
II but includes several other works by major authors and
more demanding assignments and approaches.
While the other English class studies grammar, it
is assumed that students in honors already have a working
knowledge of grammar and the focus is on sentence structure
and variety. More
reading and independent study is required |
English
III |
11 |
English
II |
1.0 |
Yes |
The
major emphasis in English III will be on the development
of skills and an acquisition of knowledge regarding American
History and literature.
The course includes grammar review as needed and
compositions to include 3-5 paragraph essays; literary,
expository and argumentative pieces will be written. Through the use of media and print sources students
will develop an understanding of the interrelationship between
literature, art, music, and history.
Various plays, novels and poems will be read. Individual as well as group presentations are
required. |
American
Studies* |
11 |
English
II |
2.0** |
No |
American
Studies is a class that merges U.S. History and American
Literature (English III).
Since the two disciplines are closely related and
often overlap, combining the classes give students a clearer
picture of the American experience. The course will be taught in a year long 90
minute block. It
will incorporate several techniques including cooperative
learning, lectures, multimedia, computer education, and
individual one on one instruction. There will be one section of Honors American
Studies for students who have successfully completed Honors
English II or have teacher permission after receiving an
A or B in English II. If this class does not have a high enough enrollment,
it will be replaced by Honors U.S. History and Honors English
III which covers the same content. |
English
IV |
12 |
American
Studies or 3 Yrs. of HS English |
1.0 |
Yes |
English
IV has two parts. The
first entails reading both classic and modern literature
that treats the relationship between the individual and
society. The second part is devoted to writing; students
practice writing essays, poems, and business English. Students also gain an introduction to art and
classical music. |
College
Prep./Cornerstone English |
12 |
A
or B in American Studies or teacher recommendation |
1.0 |
No*** |
College
Prep/Cornerstone English is designed for college-bound seniors.
Students, if they so choose, may earn 8 credits from
Central Washington
University (4
for English 101; 4 for English 105).The writing
curriculum focuses on clarity of thought and expression
in a variety of genres and formats.
The literature curriculum covers poetry, drama, essays,
satire, and novels. Students
will engage in college-level literary analysis and explore
the historical and intellectual contexts surrounding each
piece of literature. |
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Additional
College Prep./Cornerstone English Information |
Students
taking CWU Cornerstone English credits must earn before
the course begins either an SAT verbal score of 500 or ACT
scores of 19 in reading comprehension and 19 in English. |
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Combination of English III and US History. |
| **1
Credit for English III and 1 Credit for US History. |
| ***Required
if not taking English IV. |
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Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Crafts/Pottery |
10-12 |
None |
1.0 |
No |
This
is a class designed for all levels of pottery experience.
Emphasis is on hand building, throwing, glazing,
firing and aesthetic awareness. The student must problem solve, correct errors
and complete a list of minimum requirements in order to
pass the class. Regular attendance is part of the classroom
requirements. |
Art
9 |
9 |
None |
1.0 |
No |
A
basic art course designed as entry level art. The year will be spent on a variety of art skills
centered on elements and principles of art including: line, color, value, texture, shape, space, contrast
rhythm, emphasis, balance, variety and repetition. The course follows a humanities outline based
on various times in human history.
Regular attendance is part of the course requirements. |
Art
10/12 |
10-12 |
None
(Junior and above) |
1.0 |
No |
Art
10/12 is designed for the student who has varied experience
in the area of art. It
can be a continuation of studies picked up in Art 9, or
for the beginning student.
It follows the same philosophy as Art 9 with more
in depth exploration for the advanced students. Seniors who have had art for a year or more
(in Chelan) may be placed on contract based assignments
to intensely explore their favorite medium (s).
Regular attendance is part of the course requirement. |
Speech/Drama |
10-12 |
None |
1.0 |
No |
Students
learn the basics of effective public speaking and of acting.
Each period is divided roughly in half.
During the first half, students develop and present
a variety of speeches, including informative, persuasive,
impromptu and, ultimately, debate.
During the second half of the period students develop
acting skills, interpret and perform scenes from plays,
study drama as literature and learn about theater production. |
Graphic
Arts |
10-12 |
None |
1.0 |
No |
This
course is designed to teach the elements of graphic arts
using various media including computers and a digital camera. Students will learn to use various graphic tools
which will be applied to Logo Design, Layout, Corporate
Image, Story Boards, Advertising, Photography, Posters,
Flyers, Newsletters, Art, etc.. There is a $30.00 fee for film, papers, etc.. |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Spanish
I |
9-12 |
Required
"C" Average in English |
1 |
No |
The
Spanish I student will be introduced to the basics and grammar
of the Spanish language.
He/she will be required to actively participate in
all forms and learning styles of language acquisition which
include: listening,
speaking, spelling, writing, questioning, reading, moving,
drawing, singing, etc. The
student will actively work on building his/her vocabulary
covering various themes which include all parts of speech. |
Spanish
II |
10-12 |
Must
have Passed Spanish I |
1 |
No |
The
Spanish II student will continue to use vocabulary from
Spanish I. He/she
will do more speaking and writing and will be required to
actively participate I all forms and learning styles of
language acquisition. The
student will continue to actively work on building his/her
vocabulary which includes all parts of speech.
He/she will also learn more advanced tenses. |
Spanish
III |
11-12 |
Must
have Passed Spanish I and Spanish II |
1 |
No |
This
class will be taught "0" hour over the Cascade Consortium
interactive video system.
There will likely be college credit through CWU for
the class. |
Spanish
I,II,III |
11-12 |
Junior
or Senior Qualified for Running Start |
3,
15* |
No |
This
course will be offered at the Chelan
Center of Wenatchee
Valley College
during 5th period every day.
Students who pass all three sections of the course
will earn 15 college credits, which will also satisfy the
entrance requirement for 4- year colleges.
The class will go on the WVC transcript as 15 credits
of Spanish (5 per college quarter), which translates to
3 high school credits. |
French
I,II,III |
11-12 |
Junior
or Senior Qualified for Running Start |
3,
15* |
No |
This
is a unique opportunity to take a Running Start class here
in Chelan and get all of the foreign language required for
college entrance in one year.
The class will be last period of the day and offered
at the WVC branch campus in Chelan. This is not a videoconferencing class, and will
meet every day. The
class will go on the WVC transcript as 15 credits of French,
which translates to 3 high school credits. |
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3 High School Credits, 15 College Credits. |
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The
music department offers the students a wide variety of choices
within the music curriculum.
The program is not only geared to offer classes to
those who are contemplating music as a career, but is also
intended for those who only wish to pursue music as a pure
source of enjoyment. All
the class offerings with the music department will give
the student the opportunity to grow aesthetically and gain
some amount of personal and intellectual satisfaction.
Performance
classes have opportunities to travel regionally as well as
nationally to competitions and special performances. Recent trips include a trip to New
York to perform in Carnegie Hall. |
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Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Senior
High Concert Choir |
9-12 |
Instructor's
Permission |
1 |
No |
This
yearlong (2-semester) course is designed for the serious
vocal student. Emphasis
will be given in the areas of vocal technique, sight-reading,
and performance. Vocal experience is not necessarily required,
but interested students must have the permission of the
director. Performance selections will focus primarily
on the works of the classic composers from the 13th
century to the present.
Required scheduled performances include, but are
not exclusive of, concerts, festivals, and school events. Music literature of varying styles and technical
exercises will be used in daily rehearsals to prepare the
group for performances as well as develop the technical
skills of the individual musician. |
Senior
High Band |
9-12 |
Student
is required to have basic knowledge of his/her major instrument |
1 |
No |
This
yearlong (2-semester) course is designed to allow an instrumentalist
to experience and perform various musical styles and expressions.
Throughout this course, teamwork will accompany individual
accountability. Required scheduled performances include, but
are not exclusive of, concerts, festivals, parades, and
school sporting events.
Music literature of varying styles and technical
exercises will be used in daily rehearsals to prepare the
group for performances as well as develop the technical
skills of the individual musician. |
Jazz
Band |
9-12 |
Instructor's
Permission |
.5
to 1 |
No |
This
course is designed for the student with advanced knowledge
of their major instrument as well as knowledge of intricate
rhythmic notation. Membership
in Senior Band is required unless it can be shown that an
unavoidable schedule conflict exists.
Students will study large group jazz music and improvisation
techniques. Required
scheduled performances include concerts, festivals, and
school sporting events.
The offering of this course is subject to an enrollment
of a required minimum of instrumentation.
Class meets before school. |
Music
Computer Lab |
10-12 |
Instructor's
Permission/self motivated student |
.5
or 1 |
No |
This
course is designed for the serious music student planning
on continuing music studies beyond high school. This self-paced
course is open to self-motivated students throughout the day.
Areas of instruction include music theory and ear-training.
More advanced students may explore arranging or music composition.
Approved original works or arrangements will be performed
by the Chelan High School Concert Band or Choir. |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Micro
Computer Applications |
9 |
Keyboarding
(8th Grade) |
.5 |
Yes |
The
purpose of this class is to aid the student in developing
confidence while using a computer for personal, educational
& business use. Students
will be introduced to word processing and presentation software
through the Microsoft Office Suite.
Utilizing these skills, students will prepare a variety
of personal and business documents. Basic computer terminology and concepts will
also be reviewed. There
will be a consistent focus on building keyboarding skills
throughout the quarter. |
*Advanced
Micro Computer Applications |
9-12 |
A/B
in Micro Computer Apps |
1 |
No |
This
course is designed to help students' master technology being
required in the vast majority of future careers. Students will develop skills in each of the
Microsoft Office program areas.
These include: Word,
Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
Web-based activities will be integrated into every
unit. The content
of the software activities will cover basic computer terminology,
concepts and desktop publishing necessary for successful
personal, educational and business applications.
Our courseware has been approved by Microsoft and
is your first stop in becoming a MOUS (Microsoft Office
User Specialist - a competency certification given by Microsoft!).To
complete the course of study and be prepared for the MOUS
certification exam, students may select the course a second
time with teacher permission. |
Computer
Technology |
10-12 |
A
or B in Micro Apps |
1
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No |
This
course is limited to 15 students who have an interest in
computer hardware, software maintenance, and computer repair. Students who successfully complete the course
should be prepared to take the national "A+ certification"
exam. Passing the exam leads to a certification level
which can be presented to potential employers across the
country. This
is not a "gaming" course!!
Passing the exam could also lead to opportunities
to assist with the support of computers in our school district. |
Website
Design |
10-12 |
Exp.
With Software Apps./Teacher Approval |
1 |
No |
This
class will focus entirely on the creation and maintenance
of the Chelan School
District website.
We will be utilizing software like Dreamweaver, PowerPoint,
Word, Excel, and Fireworks.
Students will effectively work in an independent capacity
and in small groups. Success in the course will be demonstrated by
the student's ability to complete assigned tasks and show
personal initiative in creating improvements to the website.
Class size is limited to 9 students. |
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Accounting I |
10-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
Accounting---the
language of business. Accounting serves people in business and in
their personal lives. From
CEO's to homemakers, they use accounting information as the
basis for making business decisions.
Accurate accounting records contribute to their success
and help to avoid failure and bankruptcy. Everyone can make better business decisions
and work more efficiently if they know the language of business---accounting! |
| *
Accounting II |
10-12 |
A
or B in Accounting I Plus Teacher Permission |
1 |
No |
A continuation
of first year accounting with emphasis on accounting records
for partnerships and corporations. This class if designed for students who are
considering a career in accounting or a related business field. Grading based on chapter tests and evaluation
of assignments. Students
will be working independently, and will need to be highly
motivated.A continuation of first year accounting with emphasis
on accounting records for partnerships and corporations. This class if designed for students who are
considering a career in accounting or a related business field. Grading based on chapter tests and evaluation
of assignments. Students
will be working independently, and will need to be highly
motivated. |
Mathematics
with Business Applications |
9-12 |
Pre-Algebra
or Algebra I |
***1 |
No |
Ever
sat in a math class and asked yourself "When am I ever
going to use this?". Business
Math will give you hands-on experience related to running
a successful business. Learn
how to calculate wages, salaries, and benefits for yourself
and others. Learn how
to create products, calculate the costs of producing products,
as well as the costs of selling them.
Learn how to use math to make decisions on whether
to raise prices for products sold.
Business Math will teach you to solve math problems,
build foundational math skills as well as prepare you to enter
the world of work and be a valuable part of business!! |
**Mentorships |
11-12 |
**** |
1 |
No |
Mentorships
provide the framework for students to learn and experience
relevant skills that will help them move successfully from
an educational setting to the workplace.
Your mentorship must relate to your interest, fit your
abilities and relate to your career objectives. |
Digitools |
9 |
Keyboarding
(8th Grade) |
.5
|
Yes |
This
course will help each student develop confidence while using
a computer for personal, educational and business use. Students
will be introduced to word processing and presentation software
throught Microsoft Office Suite. Utilizing these skills, students
will prepare a variety of personal and business documents.
Different input technologies such as voice recognition will
be introduced, as well as baqsic computer terminology and
concepts will be reviewed. There will be a consistent focus
on building keyboarding skills throughout the quarter. |
Desktop
Publishing |
10-12 |
Digitools |
1 |
No |
Do
you like computers, but do not want another keyboarding course?
Do you have interest in using the computer in a more creative
way? Then this class is for you! You will be introduced to
Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign CS to create brilliant,
polished, and professional layouts. This class will give you
the same tools available in professional advertising agencies
as well as instruction in design principles. At the end of
this class, you will be able ot create professional-looking
layouts that incorporate illustrations and photo editing as
well as sophisticated presentations of text and typography. |
| Sports
and Entertainment Marketing |
9-12 |
None |
.5 |
No |
This
class will take you on a step-by-step journey through the
world of marketing. You will learn the basic functions of
marketing-information management, financing, pricing, promotion,
product/service management, distribution, and selling! As
a sports marketing specialist, you will design marketing palns
for products and services. Sports of marketing in sports and
entertainment. Register for this course and enjoy the ride! |
Introduction
to Business |
9-12 |
None |
.5 |
No |
Introduction
to business will introduce you to the world of business. During
this course you will participate in a simulation that will
give you hands-on experience running your own business! You
will learn to collaborate with other businesses, develop human
relation skills, and obtain necessary business knowledge to
make important decisions! You will manange your finances,
write business correspondence, and develop a business plan
that will assure your success as an entrepreneur. |
| *
This is a "Tech Prep" class. Students receiving a grade of an A or B have
the opportunity to earn five college credits! |
| **
Special Note: These
are non-paid experiences.
Students may only take one mentorship class per year |
| ***
Counts as a math credit. |
| ****
Participation in program will require: Extra time and additional assignments outside
of mentorship. Child Development class for elementary or preschool
mentorship's. Medical
Science class for any medically related mentorship's.
A 2.0 grade point average, character reference from
2 teachers in selected area, pre-approval by Coordinator,
and that we discourage mentorship's with parents of family
members. |
Family and
Consumer Sciences |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Personal
Choices: An Introduction to Family and Consumer
Sciences |
9 |
None |
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