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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
|
**
Social Studies |
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3.0 |
***
Mathematics |
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2.0 |
****
Science |
|
2.0 |
*****
P.E. |
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1.0 |
Vocational |
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1.0 |
Fine
Arts |
|
.5 |
Keyboarding/Micro |
|
.5 |
Health |
|
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. |
| ****
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 |
.5 |
Yes |
This
introductory course teaches goal setting, decision-making
and direction-following; transferable skills that will help
students make appropriate choices in careers and life. These skills are taught in units focusing on
values, self-concept, communication, nutrition
and career development.
Simple kitchen lab experiences reinforce basic knowledge
of nutrition and foods, as well as direction following and
decision making skills.
Students will study kitchen safety, sanitation and
food borne illness, with an opportunity to earn their County
Food Handler's Permit in class. Students will learn interview techniques, identify
possible career choices, correctly fill out an employment
application, complete a mock interview, and establish a
high school portfolio. Aptitude, interest and personality tests will
help the student "zero in" on possible career plans and
complete a series of "hands-on" activities that will prepare
them to write a career research paper as sophomores. |
Human Development (Formerly Child Development) |
10-12 |
Student
is required to have basic knowledge of his/her major instrument |
1 |
**
No |
Child
Development is a comprehensive vocational course designed
to prepare students to make decisions, solve problems and
achieve goals individually and in groups. Students will gain knowledge of human development,
conception, prenatal development, and children from birth
through age eight. Students
will visit child care facilities available for different
age groups. They will work with preschool and daycare children
one day per week during the year, gaining hands-on experience,
and culminating in a lesson created and taught by the students.
Students will be able to correctly write two forms
of behavioral observations for children.
They will learn responsibilities of parenting by
becoming proud parents of "Baby Think it Over" infant manikins
for 48 hours. This
experience was rated "an outstanding birth control lesson"
by former students! This
class is recommended for anyone planning a career in human
or social services, education and pediatrics. |
Consumer
Economics |
10-12 |
None |
***1
|
No |
This
course is designed to prepare individuals with life skills
needed for living on their own in an apartment, house, or
dorm. It will develop student's critical thinking,
decision-making and collaboration skills using real-life
examples and context based learning activities.
Basic math skills are stressed and "Reality Check",
a community living simulation, is used to help students
understand money, banking and checking, budgets, buying
a car, renting an apartment, buying a house, credit and
consumerism. Communication and relationship skills, needed
by anyone successfully living on their own, will be addressed
as well. This class is a must for anyone not planning
to live with Mom and Dad forever! |
Nutrition
& Foods |
10-12 |
None |
*
1 |
No |
****
Are you one of those "heat-it-up-it's-dinner" people? Dazzle
your family and friends with your real cooking skills. Nutrition, reading recipes and food labels,
following directions, shopping, consumerism, food science,
and working in a group, along with lab experiences with different
foods, comprise the curriculum. Labs include quick and yeast breads, protein
foods, snacks, desserts and food science subjects. Bon appetite! |
*
*Independent Living: Clothing, Fashion, & Design. |
10-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
* **This
course is designed to prepare individuals with life skills
needed for living on their own.
Units on money management, relationships and communication,
as well as stress management will be interspersed in this
"hands-on" class. Students will learn clothing construction techniques,
sewing machine operation, color, principles and elements of
design, and fiber properties.
This class is recommended for anyone interested in
sewing their own clothing and/or pursuing a career in fashion
design, fashion merchandizing, interior decoration, tailoring
or textile science. There
is no course fee; but students will be expected to purchase
their own project materials. |
Teaching
Academy/Careers in Education |
11-12 |
Human
Development (Preferred) |
1
College Credit-.5 |
No
(By application only) |
This
course will involve 180 class hours designed to give students
the "total teaching experience." The first 90 hours
of instruction take place in a traditional classroom setting.
Students learn about and explore learning theories and styles,
teaching methods, and classroom management. During this time,
students complete observations in local elementary, junior,
and senior high schools. It is through these observations
that students begin to understand the differences in grade
levels, development in grade levels, development, and teaching
styles. At the conclusion of the first 90 hours, students
are placed with mentor teachers that match their grade and
subject interest. During the second 90 hours they receive
the practical, hands-on experience to complement their academic
training. The Teaching Academy/Careers in Education
is a college level course and offers the opportunity to earn
college and universities in Washington State. |
| *
WVC and/or CWU College Credit Available |
| **
Required for TA and Elementary Mentorship |
| ***
Counts as a math credit. |
| ****
This course may be offered alternate years with Independent
Living: Clothing, Fashion,
& Design. |
| *
* Offered 2004-05 |
| * **This
course may be offered alternate years with Nutrition &
Foods |
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Health and
Medical Science |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Exploring
Health and Careers |
9 |
None |
.5 |
Yes |
This
course is designed to provide students with basic information
about the health care issues that face today's youth. Students will also learn about the many health
careers from health care professionals in our community. The American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Course
is taught as a part of this class.
Students meet the .5 Health credit requirement by
taking this class. |
Medical Science |
10-12 |
None |
*1 |
No |
This
unique class is for the student interested in learning
about the many careers in the health care field. Students learn about careers first hand by visiting
hospitals and other health care centers and observing
health care professionals in their workplace. One period each week is spent at Lake
Chelan Community
Hospital where
students have the opportunity to participate in labs. Included in this course is blood borne pathogens
training which is required for workers in the health care
field. Students will have the opportunity to update
their First Aid and CPR cards during this class.This class
is a required prerequisite for students who are interested
in completing a mentorship or internship in the health
care field. Upon
completion of this class, students become eligible to
complete a mentorship at a local agency in t he following
areas: Nursing,
Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Lab Technician,
X-Ray and Veterinary Medicine.
|
*
* Nursing Assistant |
10-12 |
Medical
Science |
*
1 |
No |
***
This class is for students interested in working in the
medical field. Much
of the class involves training at health care agencies.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student
is eligible to take the Washington State Licensing test
to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Upon receiving the state license, the student
may become employed in many different entry level
jobs in the health care field. As a result of an articulation contract with
Wenatchee Valley
College, students
who complete this course may be eligible to receive 6 college
credits. |
Health
Occupations Internships |
11-12 |
Nursing
Assistant & Instructor Approval |
1 |
No |
This
class is for the student who is interested in gaining experience
working in a health career.
The objective of this course are individualized to
meet to interest of the student as well as the requirements
of the particular career. |
Independant
Health Class |
10-12 |
Instructor
Approval |
1 |
No |
This
course is designed for the student who is able to work independently.
The student is provided with a contract outlining the
class requirements, then expected to complete the assignments
independently, outside the school day. This course is designed for older students who
need to meet the health requirement for graduation or for
those participating in the Running Start Program. |
Advanced
Nursing Assistant |
11-12 |
Nursing
Assistant/instructor approval |
1 |
No |
This class is
specifically designed to give the Nursing Assistant student
additional experience in the nursing field. |
| *
Counts as a lab science credit. |
| **
Class Limited to 25 students. |
| ***
Class limited to 12 students. |
| *
* Gives 6 WVC Credits. |
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| 1) |
The
student will develop necessary knowledge and skill to maintain
a safe atmosphere while working with and around power equipment,
tools, and hand tools and processes. |
| 2) |
Through
the course of the school career the student will be exposed
to the proper use of all tools and machines available in the
woodshop area. |
| 3) |
The student
will become familiar with the drawing of, reading of, and
working from a basic working drawing in selected areas of
mechanical and architectural drawing. |
| 4) |
The student
will be exposed to the appreciation of being able to work
with his/her hands as well as with his/her mind. |
| 5) |
The total
industrial arts student will explore these areas of Industrial
Technology at Chelan
High School: Woodshop, Principles of Technology, Photography,
Computer Assisted Drafting, and Building and Trades. |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Beginning
Design/Woods |
9-12 |
None |
|
No |
This
course is designed to introduce the student to the world
of drafting as well as project building.
It will satisfy the basic drafting prerequisite required
for all advanced shop classes in woods and metals.
In this course the student will be exposed to printing,
measuring, layouts, three view dimensioning and pictorial
drawings. In the other phase of this course the student
will get "hands on" with the basic tools in the woodshop
area. Safety will be stressed along with instruction
and application on how to construct and finish useful projects.In
the drafting phase the student will be given a hands-on
approach to the basics of drafting as needed
to become familiar with reading and drafting plans,
as needed in advanced shop courses.
Areas covered will include the history of 20th
century drafting, sketching, the use and care of equipment,
multi-view drawings, dimensioning auxiliary views, geometry
necessary for constructing sectional views, fasteners and
working drawings. Upon
completion of this course the student should be able to
plan, draw and build a practical project. |
Building And Trades: Project Related |
10-12 |
Beginning
Industrial Technology |
1 |
No |
*This
course will be designed to give the student an overview
of cabinet construction.
This will be done through project construction
of projects that the student will design or adapt from
other plans. The
course will require use of various power tools, hand tools
and processes used in the trades of the Lake
Chelan Valley.
|
Building
And Trades: Construction Related |
11-12 |
Beginning
Industrial Technology |
1
|
No |
This
course will be designed to give the student an overview
of the total light construction currently being used in
the housing market in the Lake
Chelan Valley. We would encourage, but not require, the students
to take this course during their junior year so that a work
release program could be set up for their senior year with
one of the many local contractors. |
Computer
Assisted Drafting and Design |
10-12 |
Beginning
Industrial Technology |
1 |
No |
The
material covered will be basic set up, utilizing the commands
and the transfer to paper.
Once these steps are covered, the student will be able
to progress at their own pace as far as they wish in their
particular interest. Utilizing Auto CADD Releases 13 |
Manufactoring
Engineering |
11-12 |
Auto
CADD |
.5 |
No |
This
course will utilize Auto CADD skills in conjugtation with
a CNC plasma/ router table to design, produce and market,
products and services. Students will work in design teams
using ISO9000 manufacturing techniques. Upon completion students
will have a broad range of employable manufactoring skills. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
*Specific
areas to be covered will be: |
1) |
Survey
of various trades associated to cabinetry. |
2) |
Reading
Blue prints and plans. |
3) |
Cabinet
and Mill work. |
4) |
Finish
carpentry. |
**This
course would be designed over the course
of two terms. Specific
areas to be covered would be: |
A) |
Survey
of building trades vocations. |
B) |
Identify
technical education programs. |
C) |
Job applications
and job finding skills. |
D) |
Skill
areas to introduce and gain experience: |
1) |
Concrete
and flat work |
2) |
Framing |
3) |
Reading
blueprints |
4) |
Building
codes |
5) |
Roofing |
6) |
Plumbing |
7) |
Heating |
8) |
Electrical |
9) |
Dry wall
and texture |
10) |
Surface
covering |
11) |
Loan
application and cost of financing |
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Graduation Requirements:
3 math credits. C- or higher
required in all math
classes or no credit. |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Business
Math |
9-12 |
Pre-Algebra;
Algebra I |
|
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!!! |
Basic Mathematics |
9-12 |
Recommendation
By Teacher |
*
1 |
No |
Course
will allow students to gain knowledge in computational
mathematics. Recognize
and manipulate whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Be able to show understanding and application
of measurement techniques and types.
They will be introduced to, and gain skills necessary
to perform Algebraic equations.
|
Pre-Algebra |
9-12 |
Placement
By Math Teacher |
*1
|
Yes |
This
course is primarily for 9th graders as a preparation
for either Algebra I or Applied Math I.
The first part of the course is designed to remediate
any lingering deficiencies in the four basic operations
on whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percents.
The second part of the course is Basic Algebra which
is solving simple equations and manipulating formulas.
Students who satisfactorily complete this course
may then take either Algebra I or Applied Math I. |
Algebra
I |
9-12 |
Gen.
Math, Applied Math, or Teacher Recommendation |
*1 |
Yes |
This
introductory Algebra course assumes that students have mastered
the four operations on whole numbers, percents, decimals and
fractions, and that they can solve basic equations in one
variable. The course covers linear equations and inequalities,
graphing, linear systems, exponents, radicals and quadratic
equations. Students
must be prepared to complete homework on a regular basis since
this is considered to be the beginning of the mathematics
"college track" pathway. |
Geometry |
9-12 |
C
Grade or Better in Algebra I |
*
1 |
Yes |
In addition
to increasing the mathematical base of information and reinforcing
previous concepts, geometry teaches logical reasoning skills
and mathematical communication skills. Students learn the relationship of points, lines,
and planes in two and three dimensional space. Concepts of similarity and congruence as applied
to geometric figures are discussed. This is the second of
the series of three college preparatory mathematics courses. |
Algebra
II |
9-12 |
Algebra
I and Geometry |
*
1 |
Yes |
The purpose
of this course is to expand the students' understanding of
Algebra I concepts and to prepare students for the next level
of mathematics. Students
should have a solid algebra background.
The first part of the course begins by analyzing functions.
Functions covered include:
linear, quadratic, rational, irrational, exponential,
and variation. In addition,
the course will introduce concepts of probability and statistics. To finish, Algebra II will prepare students
for Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus by exploring the beginnings
of trigonometric functions.
There is a strong emphasis on application and problem
solving. This is the
third of the series of three traditional college preparatory
courses. |
Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus |
9-12 |
Algebra
I, Geometry, & Algebra II |
*
1 |
No |
This
course deals with trigonometric and circular functions, including
their graphs. Algebraic
manipulation of trigonometric identities and solutions to
trigonometric equations are also part of the course.
The Pre-Calculus portion of the course deals with further
investigation of conic sections and their applications, and
with introductory Calculus topics.
This course is recommended for any student considering
a college major in the sciences, mathematics or business. |
Consumer
Economics |
10-12 |
None |
*
1 |
No |
This
course is designed to prepare individuals with life skills
needed for living on their own in an apartment, house, or
dorm. It will develop student's critical thinking,
decision-making and collaboration skills using real-life examples
and context based learning activities.
Basic math skills are stressed and "Reality Check",
a community living simulation is used to help students understand
money, banking and checking, budgets, buying a car, renting
an apartment, buying a house, credit and consumerism. Communication and relationship skills, needed
by anyone successfully living on their own, will be addressed. This class is a must for anyone not planning
to live with Mom and Dad forever. |
Calculus |
9-12 |
Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus |
*
1 |
No |
Class
will be offered at CHS if enough students enroll. Possible college credit through Central
Washington University. |
Integrated
Math I |
9-12 |
Placement
by math teachers |
1 |
Not
necessarily |
This
course is for students who need additional preperation before
taking the WASL, and before taking other mathematics courses.
The focus will be on skill develpment, problem solving and
preperation for the WASL. It is the first course in a two-year
sequence and will cover basic operations involving whole and
rational numbers, working with data, solving equations, and
an introduction to geometry. |
Integrated
Math II |
9-12 |
Integrated
Math I |
1 |
Not
necessarily |
This
course is for students who need additional preparation before
taking the WASL, and before taking other mathematics ourses.
The focus will be on skill development, problem solving and
preparation for WASL. It is the second course in a two-year
sequence and will cover ratio and proportion, percents, graphing,
powers and roots, and measurements and volume. |
*
Counts as a math credit. |
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Graduation Requirements:
2 credits, one of which must be a Lab Science. |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Biology |
9-12 |
Recommendation
by 8th Grade Teacher |
|
Yes |
A
general survey of the physical and biochemical principles
associated with living materials;
a study of genetics, ecology, zoology and botany
will be discussed. |
Chemistry |
11-12 |
Biology,
Algebra I, Geometry, and or concurrently taking Algebra
II |
*
1 |
No |
A
general course covering the basic laws of chemistry related
to atomic and molecular theories.
The student will be introduced to the following
chemical concepts through a laboratory oriented course:
quantum mechanics, chemical stoichiometry, carbon and
biochemical principles, chemical equilibrium and acids,
oxidation-reduction reactions,
periodicity, gas equations, and thermochemistry.
|
Physical
Science |
9-10 |
None |
1
|
Yes |
A
general course covering the basic concepts relating to Physical
Science. This lab
oriented course will explore light, forces of motion, chemistry,
and Newtonian Physics. |
Advanced
Biology |
10-12 |
Biology
& Chemistry |
*
1 |
No |
This
course is designed to augment the student's understanding
of biology. It is strongly
recommended to students contemplating a major in the
sciences. The class
is primarily concerned with biochemistry and genetics of the
DNA molecule. Also,
the student will encounter such areas as embryology, physiology,
neurophysiology and some field collection. |
Physics |
10-12 |
Algebra
I & Geometry |
*
1 |
No |
The physics
course will combine the concepts learned in mathematics courses
with the laws that govern nature. The emphasis is on problem solving. The course covers motion, forces, gravitation,
momentum, work and energy,
thermal energy, hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, waves and energy
transfer, and sound. This course is strongly recommended for
those students who are college bound. |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Agriscience
& Technology/Physical Science (AST) |
9-10 |
None |
|
No |
Students
enrolled in AST will receive instruction designed to prepare
them for the Science WASL by addressing the EALRs for physical
and earth sciences. Using
the agriculture industry as a format, students will learn
about physics and chemistry, soil formation, and weather
patterns. Leadership
skill development will be developed through preparation
for FFA Career Development Events (CDEs). |
Agriscience & Biological Systems (ABS) |
10-12 |
AST
or Physical Science |
1 |
No |
Student
enrolled ABS will receive instruction designed to prepare
them for the Science WASL by addressing the EALRs for
life sciences. Students
will learn basic animal anatomy and physiology as it relates
to the skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, endocrine,
digestive, and reproductive systems. Basic animal nutrition, genetics, selection
and evaluation, and basic plant sciences will be stressed
as well. Leadership skills will be developed through
preparation for FFA Career Development Events.
|
Advanced
Agriscience |
10-12 |
ABS
or Biology |
*
1 |
No |
Students
enrolled in AAS will receive instruction and training in
Pomology (tree fruit
production), Viticulture (grape production), and ornamental
horticulture. Students will be responsible for the cultivation
and sale of a greenhouse crop.
Instruction in floriculture as it relates to basic
floral design. Students will also cover agriculture marketing
and sales. Leadership
skills will be developed through preparation for FFA Career
Development Events. |
Natural
Resource Science/Outdoor Science |
10-12 |
ABS
or Biology |
1 |
No |
Students
enrolled in NRS will receive instruction in Forestry and Natural
Resource Management as it relates to silviculture, timber
stand improvement, range management, watershed management,
outdoor recreation, and fish and wildlife.
Current natural resource issues will be discussed and
investigated. Leadership skills will be developed through
preparation for FFA Career Development Events. |
Agriculture
Mechanics I (AGM I) |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
Students
enrolled in AGM I will receive instruction in industrial safety
and hygiene, basic metal working skill, and agriculture skills.
Students will develop skills in the following areas:
arc welding, gas welding, plasma cutting, gas cutting,
tool conditioning, plumbing, sheet metal, tap and die, rope
work, and project design and fabrication. Leadership skills will be developed through
preparation for FFA Career Development Events. |
Agriculture
Mechanics II (AGM II) |
10-12 |
AGM
I |
1 |
No |
** Students
enrolled in AGM II will receive instruction in industrial
safety and hygiene, advanced metal working skills, and design
and fabrication. In
addition to reviewing the skills covered in AGM I, students
will develop skills in the following areas:
forging, wrought iron, and machining.
Students will design and fabricate an art metal and
practical metal project. Leadership skills will be developed through
preparation for FFA Career Development Events. |
Agriculture
Mechanics III (AGM III) |
10-12 |
AGM
II |
1 |
No |
** Students
enrolled in AGM III will receive instruction in industrial
safety and hygiene and basic power mechanics. Students will learn basic 4 strokes and 2 cycle
engine theory, small engine maintenance and troubleshooting,
2 cycle engine maintenance and troubleshooting, automotive
maintenance and troubleshooting, and diesel maintenance and
trouble shooting. Students will complete a review of basic metal
working skills. Leadership
skills will be developed through preparation for FFA Career
Development Events. |
| *
Counts as a lab science. |
| **Agriculture
Mechanics II and III are taught on alternating years - II
on odd years and III on even years. |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
US
History |
11-12 |
None |
|
Yes |
Students
explore the history of the United
States from the first voyages
of European exploration through the Vietnam War.
Students learn about the American experience from
a variety of perspectives through novels, presentations,
research and videos. Students also discuss current events on a daily
basis. |
American Studies (Integrated US History and English III) |
11 |
Honors
English or A or B in English II |
*
2 |
Yes |
American
Studies is a class that merges US History and American
Literature (English III).
Since the two disciplines are closely related and
often overlap, combining the classes gives students a
clearer picture of the American experience. The course will be taught in a year long 90
minute block. It
will incorporate several teaching techniques including
cooperative learning, lectures, multimedia, computer education,
and individual one on one instruction. 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.
|
Modern
World History |
10-12 |
None |
1
|
Yes |
Modern
World History is a ninety minute class taught for a semester
and is a required course for graduation. Students who are successful in this class will
participate in lecture, discussion, group presentations,
individual presentations,
research and research papers, chapter work, essay
writing, debate, cooperative groups, and a wide variety
of educational activities.
The time frame for the class will be from the Renaissance
period to modern time. The
course content is developed thematically, encompassing,
but not limiting to, the following units of study: See below. |
CWP
(Current World Problems) |
12 |
US
History |
1 |
Yes |
CWP deals
with contemporary, domestic and world issues with special
emphasis upon critical and/or enduring international problems
and map studies. Newsweek
and other current periodicals will be used to enhance the
learning process. This is a final course in the social studies
sequence to acquaint the student with global issues and the
decision making role of the individual.
The course will cover:
the nature of man, comparative government and economic
systems, selected world problems (hunger, population, terrorism,
etc.), international relations, and
the future. The
course will stress continued development of social studies
skills and individual decision making. |
| Honors
CWP |
12 |
US
History |
**
1 |
Yes |
CWP deals with contemporary, domestic and world
issues with special emphasis upon critical and/or enduring
international problems and map skills. This is a final course
in the social studies sequence to acquaint the student with
domestic and global issues and the decision making role of
the individual. The course will also use the curriculum from
the class Soc 101: Social Problems from CWU. Much of the material
presented in this curse will challenge your values and beliefs
since adopting a sociological perspective entails looking
at the world from a different vantage point than the one you
typically use. There will be textbook and a reader in which
you will examine social problems in nine (9) areas. While
many of these social problems have a global impact, the social
structure of US society is the basic unit of analysis for
interpreting and understanding them. |
Western
Humanities |
11-12 |
English
I and English II |
1 |
No |
Students
will explore the art, music, philosophy, and literature of
the great ages in Western Civilization: Classic, Medieval,
Renaissance, Enlightenment, and Romantic.
Students will learn to see connections between historical
events and human expression, and they will explore and debate
the important questions asked by great thinkers.
Students will also develop creative, multi-media projects.
Designed for more serious students, this course will
emphasize strong reading, writing, and thinking skills.
It is especially recommended for college-bound students. |
Geography |
9 |
None |
.5 |
Yes |
This
is a required Social Studies class that is part of the 9-week
freshmen rotation. This
course will be a basic introduction to the principles of physical
and cultural geography. The
class will familiarize the student with the 5 themes of geography
and incorporate student research skills and group presentations
into the curriculum. |
| *
1.0 US History/1.0 English III |
| **
College credit optional through CWU. |
Extra
Modern World History Information |
| Unit
One |
Development
of New Era of Thought |
| Unit
Two |
Government
and Economic Systems |
| Unit
Three |
Overview
of Religious Thought |
| Unit
Four |
Age
of Revolutions |
| Unit
Five |
Man's
Inhumanity to Man |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
Lifetime
Activities/PE |
9-10 |
None |
1 |
Yes |
Physical
Education is offered to all freshmen and sophomores and
is a requirement for graduation.
Classes are co-educational and include individual
and team sports as well as emphasis on lifelong activities. |
| Personal
Fitness |
10-12 |
Co-Ed
PE |
1 |
No |
This
class is geared towards the student who is interested in
developing a personal lifetime physical fitness plan. The student will be instructed in all areas
of lifetime fitness with the goal being to develop, implement
and follow a personal fitness, weight management and wellness
plan for their lifetime. The following topics will be addressed: F.I.T. PRINCIPLE, WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND NUTRITION,
STRESS AWARENESS AND MANAGEMENT, FITNESS ASSESSMENT, AEROBIC
AND ANAEROBIC PRINCIPLES, STRENGTH AND BODY TRAINING, WELLNESS,
BODY COMPSITION AND FLEXIBILITY.
Students will be required to keep a daily journal
for all required work for the class. Grading will be on reports within the class
on current subject matter, daily journals and personal fitness
work done by each student.
The class will be a combination of course work and
fitness activity work by each student. |
| Strength
and Conditioning |
10-12 |
C
Average in PE or by permission of strength instructor |
1 |
No |
This
course is offered to introduce and guide the student through
total body strength and conditioning for the year. Requirements for the course are: maintain a
personal strength card per lifting day, learn and utilize
all lifts that will be taught, participate in all cardiovascular
exercises and develop a presentation on a strength or cardiovascular
topic. Strength and cardiovascular presentations are
required to receive credit for the class.
Students who leave prior to presenting their report
will receive an incomplete until that requirement is fulfilled
or will lose the 25% of their grade their presentation is
worth. Students
will not be allowed
to take PE and weight training |
Walking
For Fitness |
10-12 |
By
permission |
1 |
No |
This
course is designed for the student who is interested in getting
in shape and losing weight through fitness walking, calorie
counting and lifestyle changes. Students will be required to keep a personal
journal on their walking, heart rate during exercise and recovery
rate, eating habits, calorie intake, weekly weight loss, etc. Daily walking, stretching, light exercise and
some aerobics will be required.
Each student will develop and report on a fitness or
personal wellness topic to present to the class as a portion
of their grade. Students will not be allowed to take any other
PE or Weight Training course simultaneously with this course.
|
|
Additional
Lifetime Activities/PE Information. |
Unit
1 |
Aerobics |
Unit
12 |
Self-Defense |
Unit
2 |
Archery |
Unit
13 |
Soccer
|
Unit
3 |
Badminton |
Unit
14 |
Swimming |
Unit
4 |
Basketball |
Unit
15 |
Team
Handball |
Unit
5 |
Bocceball |
Unit
16 |
Tennis |
Unit
6 |
Canoeing |
Unit
17 |
Track
and ield |
Unit
7 |
Cross-Country
Skiing |
Unit
18 |
Tumbling |
Unit
8 |
Dance |
Unit
19 |
Volleyball |
Unit
9 |
Golf |
Unit
20 |
Water
Safety |
Unit
10 |
Horseshoes |
Unit
21 |
Weightlifting |
Unit
11 |
Pickeball |
Unit
22 |
Wrestling |
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English Language
Learners |
ESL
- English as a Second Language |
|
Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
|
ESL
I-II |
7-10 |
None |
*
2 |
No |
This
course is designed for students who speak no English or
very little. Students
must be tested in, and tested out of this course.
In order to exit, the student's English level must
be at a second grade level or score "2" on the SLEP test.
It is a block class where an accelerated learning
approach is used in language acquisition.
The purpose of the course is to build oral, reading,
and writing bases of English before taking an advanced ESL
course for English credit.
Students will emerge from this course with a broad
vocabulary (which is a prerequisite for the shelter content
courses and other ESL courses). |
|
ESL
III-IV |
10-11 |
ESL
I-II |
*
2 |
No |
This
course is presented in two sections. During the first semester pictures, games and
dialogues, TPR (Total Physical Response), and role-play are
used to present the essential grammatical elements of English
in the course. Sentence and question formation, and simple
paragraph construction are emphasized to improve reading and
writing skills. It makes an excellent transition for the second
half of the course. Second
semester, students will practice grammar and composition skills,
as well as reading. The
course is designed to focus on advanced oral and written language
development. Students must read at a 4th grade
level to exit ESL III - IV. |
| *
1 English credit, 1 elective credit |
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Special Education
Services |
The
following classes are offered to those students who qualify
under the guidelines of Public Law 94-142. |
| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
| Language |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
Yes |
An
individual program developed for each student to increase
their written language and reading skills. |
| Math |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
Yes |
A class
designed to support students with skills necessary to achieve
success in the main program. |
| Study
Skills |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
A class
designed to support students with skills necessary to achieve
success in the mainstream program. |
| Mentorship/
Special Ed. |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
Description
is same as regular Mentorship program. |
| Transition
Course Outline |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
*
No |
This
class runs a small company and students learn a "hands on"
approach to business. Students
will also learn communication skills to be successful in the
world of work. |
| *
Special Education Transition Plan encourages all 10th
graders to enroll for 1 semester |
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| Class |
Gr. |
Prereq.? |
Cr. |
Required? |
Description |
|
T.A.
Elective |
11-12 |
Jr./Sr.
Credit Standing |
1 |
No |
Teacher
Assistants are limited to junior or senior students and
assigned by permission of individual staff members. Students performing assistantships should be
matched with their academic content and interest strengths. No more than 1.0 per term. Students
must pick up a TA form from the counseling office. |
|
Leadership |
9-12 |
None |
1 |
No |
Leadership
provides students with the opportunity to develop and use
effective leadership skills.
These skills will allow the students to build a foundation
for success in their personal lives, in the workplace, and
as a member of society. School and community recognition, along with
fun filled interactive activities made for an important training
tool in becoming a leader. |
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