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CENTRALIA HIGH SCHOOL

CENTRALIA, WASHINGTON

2015-16 Course Descriptions(With Graduation Requirements for Classes 2016-2019)

Please check frequently online, as testing and graduation requirements differ for each graduating class. Updates will be published online at the CHS

Counseling website.

Course descriptions March 2015 3/1/2015

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Centralia School District #401 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW28.A640 Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, Matt McCauley, Assistant Superintendent, 2320 Borst Avenue, Post Office Box 610, Centralia, WA 98531-0610, (360) 330-7600.

Centralia High School Graduation Requirements

Class of 2019 [New for class of 2019]

Overall Credits 24.0

Specific Course Requirements

(Each semester class is worth one half (0.5) credit

English 4.0 creditsMath 3.0 creditsScience*/2 Lab 3.0 creditsPE 1.5 credits

Health 0.5 creditsFine Arts* 2.0 credits

CTE (formerly vocational) 1.0 creditsSocial studies 3.0 credits

World Language* 2.0 creditsWashington State History 0.0 credits

Elective Credits 4.0 credits

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*Personalized Pathway Requirement [PPR] or Choice; see your counselor for more information about PPR or see web for detailed

explanation. See supplemental pages in this document [pg. 52-56].

Total 24.0 credits

Other Requirements:Testing: HSPE or SBAC

HSPE Required Scores

SBAC Required Scores

N/A N/A ELA (English Lang Arts)

Cut ScoreMath- EOC 1 or

2Level 3+ Math SBAC Cut Score

Biology EOC Level 3+ Biology EOC Level 3+

(See your counselor for other Testing Options & Alternatives, or OSPI: https://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/default.aspx)

High School and Beyond Plan


Class of 2018




English 4.0 creditsMath 3.0 creditsScience 2.0 creditsPE 1.5 credits

Health 0.5 creditsFine Arts 1.0 credits

CTE (vocational Education) 1.0 creditsSocial studies 3.0 creditsWashington State History 0.0 credits

Electives 6.0 credits

Total 22.0 credits

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https://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/default.aspx









Senior Project (including job shadow) & PaperSenior PresentationCumulative Portfolio

High School and Beyond (5th year) Plan

CHS Graduation Requirements 20182-2015 v1


Class of 2017




English 4.0 creditsMath 3.0 creditsScience 2.0 creditsPE 1.5 credits


CTE (vocational Education) 1.0 creditsSocial studies 3.0 creditsWashington State History 0.0 credits

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Total 22.0 credits











CHS Graduation Requirements 20172-2015 v1


Class of 2016




English 4.0 credits Math 3.0 creditsScience 2.0 creditsPE 1.5 credits


CTE (vocational Education) 1.0 credits

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Social studies 3.0 creditsWashington State History 0.0 credits


Total 22.0 credits




Reading Level 3+ ELA (English Lang Arts)

Cut ScoreWriting Level 3+

Math- EOC 1 or 2

Level 3+ Math EOC 1 or 2

Level 3+





CHS Graduation Requirements 20162-2015 v. Table of Contents

Section PageGraduation Requirements 2English 7Fine Arts 14World Language 19Mathematics 21Miscellaneous 25Physical Education and Health 26Science 28Social Studies 33Special Education 36Career and Technical Education

Sub-Areas Page39

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Agricultural Sciences 39Business & Technology 40Family and Consumer Science 43Health Sciences 45Manufacturing Technology 47Photography 49STEM- (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

Applied Math & Robotics50

Supplement pages for Class of 2019 53-57

ENGLISH COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ENGLISH EXTENDED A & B Skyward Code: ENG105 & ENG106Grade level: 9Course length: Two semestersPrerequisite: Teacher/counselor determination based on HSPE and other test scores.The goal of this course is to improve reading. Students will be provided with instruction and reading strategies that will improve their decoding and fluency skills and enhance their comprehension of the written word. They will read both silently and orally. Students will also share their reading in a variety of ways while working to increase both speed and vocabulary.

ENGLISH 9 A Skyward Code: ENG101Grades: 9-First SemesterCourse Length: One semesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishEnglish 9A is the first step in a four-year course of study that will develop a student’s skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening. In this course literature and writing go hand in hand and are used to build upon and support each other. Students will read from all genres of literature, but in this semester focus will be on short stories, nonfiction, and two novels. In writing,

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students will review and master the elements of the effective paragraph and then be introduced to the basic format of the essay.

ENGLISH 9 B Skyward Code: ENG102Grades: 9-Second SemesterCourse Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishEnglish 9B is the continuation of the skills, ideas, and development started in English 9A. English 9B is also a course that meshes the reading of literature with the skills of effective writing. In English 9B the writing becomes more sophisticated, longer, and continues to introduce higher-level skills to the student. Students can expect to write essays on novels, to be able to respond in writing with less direct guidance. The reading and literature of this semester will tend to focus on drama, poetry, mythology, and the novel.

HONORS ENGLISH 9 A & B Skyward Code: ENG103 & ENG104Grades: 9Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: Passing 7th grade WA Assessment, A’s or B’s in middle school language arts classes, Reading Levels scores of 230 or better, teacher recommendationCredit Type: college-preparatory EnglishStudents will examine literary works from throughout the world, and explore those emotions we all experience: love, frustration and anguish, triumph and awe, and joy. In the second semester they will continue to investigate the human condition by reading works by modern American authors who represent various cultures. Students will review the writing process and six analytical traits they learned in middle school, expand their skills with much practice in writing multi-paragraph, expository essays.

ENGLISH 10 A Skyward Code: ENG201Grade: 10- First SemesterCourse length: One semesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishEnglish 10A intertwines the writing skills being developed with the literature being studied. In this semester, there is continued focus on the basic five-paragraph essay although other forms of writing will be assigned. Literature to be covered includes novels, Arthurian legend, and short stories.

ENGLISH 10 B Skyward Code: ENG202Grades: 10- Second SemesterCourse Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishEnglish 10B is the second half of the sophomore year where students begin to take the writing and reading skills they have been developing and start to apply them in new forms or with more sophisticated parameters. Literature,

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especially poetry, drama, the novel, and Holocaust autobiography continue to be major focuses of the writing and discussion. This semester continues many of the strands of the previous year and a half, but the level of difficulty and sophistication increases.

HONORS ENGLISH 10 A & B Skyward Code: ENG203 & ENG204Grades: 10Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: B average or better over two semesters of 9th Honors English, score of 5 or 6 on 9th writing sample, teacher recommendationCredit Type: College-preparatory EnglishHonors English 10 emphasizes English literature and its cultural significance. Both expository and persuasive essay workshops will dominate the writing in this class. Students will complete a United Nations project in conjunction with a history course in the fall; spring semester, an extensive integrated unit on the Holocaust will be completed. Students will expand their skills in listening, speaking, writing, reading and literary analysis. Students will prepare to meet the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and are expected to be responsible for their own learning.

ENGLISH 11 A & 11 B Skyward Code: ENG301& ENG302Grades: 11Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishJunior English is a survey study of American literature with emphasis placed on how literature is a reflection of American culture. Included in the course are various forms of literature that span three centuries. Of equal importance in this class is the continuing development of writing skills. Essays tied to the literature are the primary focus, but other forms of writing will also be assigned including writing tasks for practical purposes and a small research paper.

HONORS ENGLISH 11 A & B Skyward Code: ENG303 & ENG304Grades: 11Course length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: B average or better in 10th Honors English, score of 3.5 or 4 on 10th writing samples teacher recommendation from 10th grade and instructor permission from 11th Honors teacher (may necessitate application essay)Credit Type: College-preparatory EnglishThe junior year of Honors English is intended to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of American literature and ideas; to encourage them to be reflective and critical thinkers about themselves and the world around them; and to prepare them for successful participation in senior AP English. The course follows a fairly rigorous pace, and students should expect to have some form of homework-usually reading or writing-at least five nights a week. Grades are based on interpretative/analytical essays

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on all novels and plays, timed, in-class essays, creative writing, and oral participation.

ENGLISH COE A & B Skyward Code: ENG305 & ENG306(ENGLISH 11C)Grade level: 11, 12Course length: One semesterPrerequisite: Teacher/counselor determination based on HSPE scores.The Collection of Evidence (COE) is a Washington State assessment option that can be used to meet graduation eligibility when students fail to meet standard on the High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE). The goal of this course is to meet those graduation requirements through a compilation of work samples, which will be completed with the instructional support of the teacher. Emphasis will be placed on review and remedial instruction of reading (comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking) and writing (content, organization, style, and conventions). Course will culminate in the submission of a reading and/or writing COE for state scoring.

ENGLISH 12 A (SENIOR PAPER) Skyward Code: ENG401Grades: 12Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishEnglish 401 is the single semester required of seniors to meet the 12th grade paper portion of graduation requirements. The course is divided roughly into two parts. The first part involves the study and creation of resumes, cover letters, effective interviewing, the writing of abstracts or précis, and the writing of a ten-page research paper involving a minimum of ten sources and site-based research. Students will present this orally as part of their senior project required for graduation. The skills of information gathering, outlining, organization, documentation and citation, time management, and the polishing of the more sophisticated writing skills are also covered. The second component of English 401 is the reading and close analysis of a series of short stories. Students will evaluate themes and subject content pertaining to survival, cultural tradition, exploration, and love. Short stories will be supported by non-fiction and expository-based writings.

ENGLISH 12 B Skyward Code: ENG402Grades: 12Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: EnglishThis course is designed primarily to supply background in the student’s literary understanding pertaining to nonfiction and memoir styled writing. Students will read three different memoirs and watch a series of documentary films in order to contrast and synthesize information pertaining to universal themes, biographical and autobiographical information.

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Specifically, students will offer an analysis concerning the effect of individual and subjective perception. In addition, English 402 students will write a sequence of personal narratives and expand upon prior skills concerning career setting writing.

CREATIVE WRITING A & B (New in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: ENG411 & ENG412Grades: 11 and 12Course Length: One semesterPrerequisite: Passage of English 9 & 10 and HSPE & SBAC tests.Credit Type: English

This course is for students who wish to express themselves creatively in a variety of literary forms. Students read and study published poems and short stories, applying strategies and techniques of the professionals to their own stories and poems. Peer review is an integral part of the writing process in this class. Students are encouraged to submit their works for publication. A portfolio of creative work will be submitted as a final project.

SPORTS LITERATURE A & B (New in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: ENG409 & ENG410Grades: 11 and 12Course Length: One semesterPrerequisite: Passage of English 9 & 10 and HSPE & SBAC tests.Credit Type: EnglishSports Lit is designed to match high-quality reading material and film with high-interest assignments. The course will follow the season of the “big three” sports. Students will read about football as the NFL and college ranks are hitting high gear; basketball when the air turns bitter cold and the NBA and WNBA seasons roll around, and baseball during World Series time. Students will study and write essays on a significant body of sports literature, examining such topics as sports character building, sports hero types, hero worship in fans, violence in sports, corruption in sports and more.

LITERATURE IN FILM A & B (New in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: ENG413 & ENG414Grades: 11 and 12Course Length: One semesterPrerequisite: Passage of English 9 & 10 and HSPE & SBAC tests.Credit Type: EnglishThis course seeks to explore the ongoing connections between literature and film b studying a variety of literary forms (short story, non-fiction, graphic and traditional novels and plays) alongside related films, genres and cinematic movements from past to present. Through screenings readings, class discussions, in-class work, tow paper and a comprehensive final, students will leave the course with a demonstrable understanding of the range of literary adaptive practices employed by filmmakers. By semesters end, students will be familiar with a variety of literary and cinematic forms of movement, and will have has the opportunity to closely analyze these works in oral and written situations.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION 12 A & B Skyward Code: ENG405& ENG 406Grades: 12Course length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: Demonstrated success in prior English classes, program application and instructor permissionCredit Type: College-preparatory EnglishAdvanced Placement English is devoted to world literature. College level materials will be used to tie together all of the skills of the previous years to do the type of advanced writing that would be acceptable on the college level. Students are encouraged to prepare for and take the college Advanced Placement Exam in May. Only those students who are serious about the reading and interpretation of literature and who are willing to commit their time to high-level expectations should apply.

SHAKESPEARE A & B (New in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: ENG407 & ENG408Grades: 11 and 12Course Length: One semesterPrerequisite: Passage of English 9 & 10 and HSPE & SBAC tests.Credit Type: EnglishThis course is designed to provide the student with a rich introduction to Shakespeare’s texts. The course will allow student to read a variety of plays, including, but not limited to, The Tempest, Hamlet, Merchant of Venice, Macbeth, The Comedy of Errors, As you Like It, The Taming of the Shrew. Students will examine the life and times of Elizabethan England, looking at the historical context surrounding the Bards works, and the social impact of events such as the plague and transfer of royal power. Students will study and write essays on a significant body of Shakespeare’s plan sonnets, examining such topics as character type, symbolism, and various literary critiques.

NEWSPAPER A & B Skyward Code: ENG501 & ENG502Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersCredit: grades 9-10: .5 CTE each semester

grades 11-12: .5 CTE or .5 English each semester

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This is an advanced course in writing and the production of The Columns newspaper. The publication dates back to the 1920’s and therefore, plays a fundamental, historic role in Centralia High School student culture. The course is designed for students who think of high school journalism as an opportunity to experience photography, design, layout work, ad sales, editing and business in real world terms. It is also an environment that welcomes visionary thinkers, writers and risk takers. Newspaper is a combination of hard work, integrity and commitment. The course does require a strong commitment; after school deadline crunches, some out-of-school time for new coverage, business production and publication celebration. Students will learn the basics of Adobe In Design and PhotoShop as well as the principles of quality publication design.

ENGLISH 12.1 A & B Skyward Code: ENG403& ENG 404(Oral Communication & Senior English Paper) Grade: 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 EnglishThis course introduces concepts and practices that increase effectiveness in interpersonal communication. Areas of focus include identification of communication styles, techniques of sending and receiving messages, roles in communication, and nonverbal factors. The first part involves the study and creation of resumes, effective interviewing, researching and the writing of an eight-page research paper involving a minimum of six sources and site-based research. Students will present this orally as part of their senior project required for graduation. The skills of information gathering, outlining, organization, documentation and citation, time management, and the polishing of the more sophisticated writing skills are also covered. Students practice communication skills and discuss theories.


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FINE ARTS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Band 301/302: JAZZ ENSEMBLE A & B Skyward Code: BND301 & BND 302Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full yearPrerequisite: Director’s permissionCredit type: Fine ArtsThis class is a year- and meets Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 7:50am in the band room. An audition is required before acceptance into the class (typically a prepared musical selection, a couple of scales, and some sight reading). Students must be concurrently enrolled in 2nd period Wind Ensemble or 3rd period Concert Band to be accepted into the jazz band. Audition materials are handed out during the first week of school. Instrumentation is limited to five Trumpets, four Trombones, five Saxophones (two Alto Sax, two Tenor Sax, one Baritone Sax), a String Bass/Electric Bass, a Drum Set, Guitar, Piano/Keyboard, and Vibraphone (at Director’s discretion). Students can expect to learn some Jazz history, jazz music theory, how to improvise, and some really fun tunes. The Jazz Ensemble typically performs at two or more festivals per year, as well as multiple performances in the community and at evening concerts at the high school. Depending on the amount of students interested in learning the art of instrumental jazz, a second “Lab” band may be created at the discretion of the director, which would meet in the evening for no credit. Contact Mr. Louie Blaser at 360-330-7605 ext. 287 or at [email protected] for more information

Band 201/202: WIND ENSEMBLE A & B Skyward Code: BND201 & BND202Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full Year

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mailto:[email protected]

Prerequisite: Director’s permissionCredit Type: Fine Arts This class is a yearlong class and meets Monday through Friday during 2nd period. An audition is required before acceptance into this class (typically a prepared musical selection, a couple of scales, and some sight reading). Audition materials will be handed out near the end of the school year for the following year and will take place before the conclusion of the school year. Wind Ensemble is typically geared toward more advanced wind musicians and percussionists. Not only will students get to continue to develop technique and beauty of tone through the performance of high-quality concert band literature, they will continue to refine their leadership, teamwork and discipline skills as well. The Wind Ensemble performs two to three concerts per year in the evening, as well as a few performances in the community and a performance at the SWWMEA Band Contest. In addition to the Wind Ensemble all members of the Wind Ensemble are automatic members of the CHS Marching and Pep Bands. Contact Mr. Louie Blaser at 360-330-7605 ext. 287 or at [email protected] for more information.

Band 101/102: CONCERT BAND A & B Skyward Code: BND101 & BND102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearCredit type: Fine ArtsThis class is a yearlong class and meets Monday through Friday during 3rd period. This class is open to ANY high school student with at least two years of prior experience in band (or students can join at the discretion of the director). No audition is necessary. Concert Band is typically geared toward younger wind musicians and percussionists. Not only will students enrolled in this class get to continue to develop their technique and beauty of tone through the performance of high-quality concert band literature, but they will get to build their leadership, teamwork and discipline skills as well. The Concert Band performs two to three concerts per year in the evening, as well as a performance at the SWWMEA Band Contest. In addition to the Concert Band all members of the Concert Band are automatic members of the CHS Marching and Pep Bands. Contact Mr. Louie Blaser at 360-330-7605 ext. 287 or at [email protected] for more information.

STRING ORCHESTRA A & B Skyward Code: MUS303 & MUS304Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Director's permissionCredit Type: Fine ArtsOrchestra is a performance-based group that has a minimum of 5 concerts each year. Some performances are based at school, while others are in the community or on performance tours. Students who play the violin, viola, cello, and double bass can participate (one quality piano accompanist is also allowed). Students will experience different genres and styles of music where

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strings play an integral part. Students are required to meet the standard for concert dress as outlined in the course syllabus. Small ensemble or solo performance is required at first semester or regional solo/ensemble contest; student’s choice.

SYMPHONIC CHOIR A & B Skyward Code: MUS201 & MUS202Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: One full year in HS Choir, or audition and placement from directorCredit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveCHS Symphonic is a select choir class that meets 1st period. All students involved in this choir are truly focused on their voice and many students take private voice instruction. It is required that these students participate in Solo and Ensemble Contest yearly. Students are confident in their ability to read music and can sing without accompaniment. Each student has auditioned to be considered for this group and has a sense of what a performance is and how to act, perform and communicate musically. Required performances include Solo and Ensemble, Large Group Contest, seasonal three seasonal concerts and day concerts of their respective night events. We will be singing SATB music featuring Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary, Spirituals and Foreign Languages. Students will need to pay a fee to be involved in choir class PRIOR to the school year starting. Women’s Fee: $58.00 and Men’s Fee: $30.00 and additional fees will be charged for Solo and Ensemble Contest if the student performs a solo or small ensemble. Large Group contest is often in conflict with the East Coast Trip. Students can only miss ONE Large Group contest due to East Coast Trip. It cannot be a yearly event.

JAZZ CHOIR A & B Skyward Code: MUS301 & MUS302Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: One full year of MS or HS ChoirCredit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveCHS Jazz Choir is exclusively for students that want to sing on microphones and perform vocal jazz music. Students need to have had at least one year of singing and have a desire to sing literature and genres that feature BIG BAND, Jazz and Swing. Students should have a good foundation of singing, however sight singing, ear training and music theory will be explored. Required performances are all evening concerts, community performances, elementary schools tours, middle school tours and beyond. This group will be performing a variety SAB, SATB music. This class will be limited in number to 16. Students must purchase their own uniform for this group, which may be in addition to other choir uniforms. This class is considered a minor ensemble and meets ZERO hour at 7:00am! To be in jazz choir, you will need to sign up

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for a MAJOR ensemble as well. Men’s Uniform Fee: $40.00 (for NEW students only) Women Uniform Fee: $90.00

GIRL’S GLEE CHOIR A & B Skyward Code: MUS103 & MUS104Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveCHS Girls’ Choir is exclusively for treble voices or girl’s voices who have a desire to sing literature and genres at the state level and beyond. Students should have a good foundation of singing, however sight singing, ear training and music theory will be explored. Required performances are all evening concerts, recital, large group contest, and solo and ensemble contest. This group will be performing a variety SSA and SSAA music including doo-wop to formal classical literature. This class will not be limited in number. Students must purchase their own uniform for this group, which may be in addition to other choir uniforms. This is a MAJOR ensemble and fulfills your fine arts credit.

MEN’S CHOIR A & B Skyward Code: MUS101 & MUS102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: NoneCredit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveThe CHS Men’s Choir is beginning their 2nd year in existence. The choir is based on exploring the male voice. Students involved will learn how to read vocal music and will sing the full scope of musical genres and styles. Select students will participate in Solo and Ensemble contest. The choir is required to perform at all seasonal evening and day concerts, Large Group Contest and other venues. We encourage NEW singers and experienced voices as well. We hope that you challenge yourself to try this choir out!! You will not be disappointed! A choir fee of $30.00 for your choir uniform is required for this class.

ART A & B Skyward Code: ART101 & ART102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterPre-requisite: None

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Credit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveThe focus of first semester will be on the Elements of Art. It centers around drawing media such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils and chalk. The second semester will focus on the Principles of Design. Painting media will be used such as temperas, acrylics, watercolor and printmaking inks. Advanced students must have taken two full semesters of Art. In addition they must have at least a B average in each class and the permission of the instructor to work independently. This class may be repeated for credit.

POTTERY A & B Skyward Code: ART201 & ART202Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterPre-requisite: NoneCredit Type: Fine Arts, ElectiveThis is a course for both beginning and more advanced students. Beginners experience a series of projects to stress basic vocabulary and hand-building techniques including coils, hard and soft slabs, and exposure to the potter’s wheel. The basics of glazing and decoration will be introduced. Advanced students are more self-directed with freedom to pursue a wide selection of decorative and functional projects using the methods they choose based on their previous experience. Greater control of glazing and decoration will be expected. Craftsmanship and quality of finish are stressed for both beginner and advanced. This class may be repeated for credit.

DRAMA A Skyward Code: DRM101 This class will teach members basic acting skills. Requires permission from instructor.

DRAMA B Skyward Code: DRM102Drama II is the play production class responsible for the spring play performed for the community. Instructor and parent permission are required. May require some after-school rehearsal time.

*Also see Career and Technical Education (CTE) course descriptions with cross credit or course equivalencies for fine arts credit as listed below:

DIGITAL DESIGN A & B Skyward Code: CTE303 & CTE304Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or two semestersCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts

WEB DESIGN I A & B and II A & B Skyward Code: CTE305 & CTE306Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course length: One or Two semestersCredit: 1st semester - .5 CTE

2nd semester - .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts

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ANNUAL/YEARBOOK A & B Skyward Code: CTE109 & CTE110Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or two semestersCredit: 1st semester - .5 CTE

2nd semester - .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts

WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE101 & CTE102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine arts

ADVANCED WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE103 & CTE104Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine arts

WORLD LANGUAGE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SPANISH 1 A & B Skyward Code: SPA101 & SPA102Grades: 9, 10, 11Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: For Freshmen if space is available and instructor permissionCredit Type: World Language, elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRIn the first year of Spanish, emphasis is on understanding and speaking the language correctly. Basic sentence patterns and drills enable the student to understand Spanish as it is heard or read. Students learn to ask and answer questions and to be culturally correct in their conversation skills. Reading, writing and cultural units give an overview of Hispanic life. Grammar and vocabulary units are designed to help students express themselves well on topics such as school, home, community and leisure activities. First year students complete a project called "El Libro de mi Vida" that incorporates all the subject topics of the year.

SPANISH 2 A & B Skyward Code: SPA201 & SPA202Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: A student must maintain a C average in Spanish 101/102 to advance to second year Spanish.Credit Type: World Language, elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRIn the second year of Spanish, emphasis is on vocabulary enlargement and increased speaking competence. The student is expected to participate freely in group conversations and discussion in Spanish and to present oral reports. Grammar skills are expanded to include four tenses including the present,

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preterit, imperfect and future tenses. Reading includes fiction, non-fiction, poetry, plays and culture and news magazines.

SPANISH 3 A & B Skyward Code: SPA301 & SPA302Grades: 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: A student must maintain a C average in Spanish 201/202 to advance to third year Spanish.Credit Type: World Language, elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRIn the third year of Spanish, emphasis is on an improvement in overall communication skills including increased speaking competence and listening abilities in the Spanish language. Therefore, the student is expected to participate in group conversations, storytelling, and skit performances. Grammar skills are extended to include the differences between the imperfect and preterit tenses, commands, as well as the conditional and subjunctive tenses. Reading skills will be improved by the utilization of a number of Spanish texts including fiction, non-fiction, magazine articles, and short stories.

AP SPANISH LANGUAGE A & B Skyward Code: SPA401 & SPA402Grades: 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: Spanish 3 A & B or Teacher ApprovalCredit Type: World Language, elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRIn this class all students will have the opportunity to develop a strong command of the Spanish language, with proficiency in integrating language skills and synthesizing written and audio/visual materials, the formal writing process, extensive interpersonal and presentational speaking and writing practice, and aural comprehension skills through quality and authentic audio and video recordings. The students will be also further exposed to the world of literature and current events of Spanish-speaking countries through authentic written texts, including newspaper and magazine articles, literary texts, and other non-technical writings that develop students’ reading and comprehension abilities. The class is conducted completely in Spanish, which is essential for true language acquisition, and each student is expected to communicate in Spanish on a daily basis. Furthermore, this course is designed specifically to prepare student to take the Spanish Language AP Exam in May. Students that pass the exam may receive college foreign language credit. AP fee of $89.00 (fee waivers are available for certain students)

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MATHEMATICS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ALGEBRA EXT A & B– Extended Skyward Code: MAT103 & MAT104Grades: 9, 10Course Length: Two semestersPrerequisite: Teacher recommendationCo-requisite – Enrollment in Algebra Class with the same teacher in the Period immediately following Algebra 1 – ExtendedStudents would receive an elective credit for Algebra Extended and a math credit for Algebra. This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have not met standard in math at the end of 8th Grade (Level 1 and Level 2 students). It will cover the WA state standards for Algebra in order to prepare students to be successful in their regular Algebra class, and on the end of course assessment. In addition, students will work on building their basic math skills including computational fluency, reading for math, and problem solving skills. The format would be that students take this class during the period immediately preceding their regular Algebra class with the same teacher. This would allow time for re-teaching of prerequisite skills that students need to be successful with the Algebra content, pre-teaching of key concepts for Algebra content at a slower pace, and time to work on basic problem solving skills that students need to strengthen. Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester

ALGEBRA 1 A & B Skyward Code: MAT101 & MAT102Grade: 9, 10Course Length: Two SemestersPre-requisite: Recommendation of 8th grade teacher or completion of Math 8.

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Credit Type: MathematicsAlgebra 1 guides students through beginning level algebra concepts (as defined by Washington State Mathematics Standards) including: data exploration, proportional reasoning and variation, linear equations, fitting a line to data, systems of equations, exponents and exponential models, functions, transformations, and quadratic models. Concepts are developed using a variety of instructional strategies including mathematical modeling including data collection, representation, interpretation, prediction, and simulation. Appropriate technology will be used throughout the course.Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester GEOMETRY A & B Skyward Code: MAT201 & MAT202Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPre-requisite: Completion of Algebra A/B with a grade of D or higher.Credit Type: MathematicsGeometry A/B guides students through geometry (as defined by Washington State Mathematics Standards) concepts including: geometric reasoning, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangle congruence, properties and attributes of triangles, polygons and quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, perimeter, circumference and area, and spatial reasoning. Concepts are developed using a variety of instructional strategies including mathematical modeling including appropriate data and collection, representation, interpretation, prediction, and simulation. Appropriate technology will be used throughout the course. Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester ALGEBRA 2 A & B Skyward Code: MAT301 & MAT302Grade: 10, 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPre-requisite: Completion of Geometry A/B with a grade of D or higher. Credit Type: Mathematics/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRAlgebra 2 A/B guides students through advanced level algebra (as defined by Washington State Mathematics Standards) including: sequences, data, linear models and systems, functions, relations and transformations, exponential, power and logarithm functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, conic sections, rational functions, series, probability, and statistics. Concepts are developed using a variety of instructional strategies including mathematical modeling, data and collection, representation, interpretation, prediction, and simulation. Appropriate technology will be used throughout the course. Algebra 2 focuses on developing the symbolic representations for the topics explored.Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester PRE-CALCULUS A & B Skyward Code: MAT401 & MAT402Grade: 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPre-requisite: Completion of Algebra 2 A/B with a grade of D or higher.Credit Type: Mathematics/Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPre-Calculus guides you through advanced level mathematics including

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functions and math models, properties of functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, periodic functions, applications of trigonometry, trigonometric functions properties and identities, properties of sinusoids, conic sections, polar coordinates, complex numbers, vectors, probability, sequence and series, introduction to limits, derivatives and integrals. Concepts are developed using a variety of instructional strategies including mathematical modeling, data and collection, representation, interpretation, prediction, and simulation. Appropriate technology will be used throughout the course. Pre-Calculus focuses on developing the underpinnings of calculus through exploration of the above topics through symbols, graphs, data tables and communication.Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester

AP CALCULUS AB A & B Skyward Code: MAT501 & MAT502Grade: 12Course Length: Two semestersPre-requisite: Completion of Pre-Calculus A/B with a grade of D or higher.Credit Type: Mathematics / Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRCalculus A/B includes a rigorous treatment of functions. Topics include limits continually, differentiation, integration, inverse function, sequences and series, conic sections, and vector calculus. Topics are explored numerically, algebraically, graphically, and verbally. The primary goal of this course is to explore single-variable calculus through realistic applications. The students are also encouraged to prepare for and take the college Advanced Placement Exam Calculus AB in May. This Course prepares the student for further calculus study in college. Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester. AP fee of $89.00 (fee waivers are available for certain students)

FINANCIAL (ALGEBRA) FITNESS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE315 & CTE316 Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two semesters (Must have taken semester 1 before semester 2)Credit type: Mathematics or CTE / Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Taken three semesters of either Integrated 1 or 2; junior standing.Financial Fitness is designed to help students develop financial management skills by utilizing sound decision-making procedures, evaluating marketplace alternatives, creating a personal budget, becoming knowledgeable of the rights and responsibilities of the consumer and recognizing the impact of career choices. Learning experiences will provide real life application such as buying a car, budgeting money, using credit wisely, selecting the first apartment, and avoiding "rip-offs" when making purchases. This class meets the third year math graduation requirement for many Career Pathways.

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MATH MODELS 11 A & B: Skyward Code: MAT309 & MAT310Grades: 11, 12Course Length: Two semestersPrerequisite: Post HSPE Math standards not met.Credit type: Mathematics or CTE / Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis course is designed for Juniors and Seniors who have not met standard in math and who are looking for a course which is aligned to state standards in order to fulfill their ongoing math requirement. Standards are taught in an investigative format that allows students to truly see the applications of math around them. Units to include: Entrepreneurship, Fine Arts applications for Geometry, Math in Music, and Science and Engineering.This class is open to all Juniors and Seniors. Students earn 1 math credit for completion of this course.Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester APPLIED MATH 12 A & B Skyward Code: MAT403 & MAT404Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two semestersCredit type: Mathematics or CTE / Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Post HSPEApplied Mathematics is a rigorous, classroom tested competency-based course, which addresses the needs of contextual learners and is designed to unlock the learning potential of students who learn abstract concepts through concrete experiences. The course integrate hands-on laboratory activities, cooperative learning opportunities, and textual materials that teach math concepts aligned with our state standards by emphasizing problem-solving and decision-making through workplace application.

Calculator Fee: $1.00 per semester

MATH COE 11 A & B Skyward Code: MTH305 & 306Grade level: 11, 12Course length: One semesterPrerequisite: Teacher/counselor determination based on HSPE scores.The Collection of Evidence (COE) is a Washington State assessment option that can be used to meet graduation eligibility when students fail to meet standard on the High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE). The goal of this course is to meet those graduation requirements through a compilation of work samples, which will be completed with the instructional support of the teacher. Emphasis will be placed on review and remedial instruction of mathematics subject matter. Course will culminate in the submission of mathematics COE for state scoring.

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MISCELLANEOUS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

LIBRARY TA A & B: Skyward Code: LIB500 & LIB501Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersCredit Type: ElectiveLibrary Management is for students who want a preparatory background in library procedures. The class includes filing, shelving, processing, meeting the needs of patrons, running errands, and computer Internet work. Good attendance is an absolute necessity.

OFFICE ASSISTANT A & B (See codes below)Grades: 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersPrerequisite: Permission of office supervisorCredit Type: ElectiveOffice Assistant is primarily for students needing clerical experience and/or college preparatory background in office procedures. The student will be assigned to the attendance, activity, or counseling office. Much of the work is office routine such as filing, word processing, and running errands according to the needs of each office. Students assigned to these stations will plan to keep busy by working productively on their own studies when office demands permit. Good attendance is an absolute necessity, and only one office assistant or teacher assistant period is allowed per semester.

COUNSELING CENTER TA A & B: Skyward Code: TEA501 & TEA502

OFFICE TA A & B: Skyward Code: TEA505 & TEA506

CAREER CENTER TA A & B: Skyward Code: TEA503 & TEA504

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ATTENDANCE TA A & B: Skyward Code: TEA507 & TEA508

Teacher Assistant: Skyward Code: TEA511 & TEA512 is primarily for students who want clerical experience and or college preparatory background in office procedures. Students will assist teachers in carrying out necessary tasks assigned by the teacher. Good attendance is an absolute necessity and the ability to work independently. Only one teacher assistant period is permitted per semester.Students must find their own teacher to assist and get a signed note to do so.

Academic Mentor: Skyward Code: ACA500 & ACA 501 is primarily for students who are highly motivated and willing to assist/tutor other students with their academic course work. Mentors will assist in the classroom or during scheduled tutorial sessions by reviewing material with one or more students under the direction of a teacher. Students must find their own teacher to assist and get a signed note to do so.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PE A & B: Skyward Code: PED101 & PED102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Physical EducationThis class includes a combination of learning activities and fitness activities with emphasis on the components of fitness and the understanding of fitness planning. Topics include components of fitness, nutrition and body composition, principles of fitness, and health management techniques. Learning activities include labs, handouts, lectures, films, quizzes, tests, projects portfolios, and a personal fitness plan. Fitness and activities emphasize aerobic fitness, flexibility and muscular endurance exercises that can be used for lifetime fitness. You must take this class before you take aerobics, body building, lifetime sports and swimming.

Advanced Competitive PE Skyward Code: PED103 & PED104 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Physical Education Prerequisite: 1) Successfully passed previous PE class with an A Grade, and 2) Instructor signature for approval.

Intended more for athletes and those non- athletes who want to improve fitness, sharpen athletic skills and keep a competitive edge.Purpose is to improve athleticism by incorporating more advanced game skills and strategies through a variety of games and activities-similar to regular PE only harder, more intense and competitive. Competition will be encouraged while maintaining good sportsmanship.

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Discuss the importance of lifetime fitness, the principles of fitness, body composition, healthy nutrition and RICE (basic first aid with injuries). Explore various fitness apps and on line resources to help in maintaining fitness. Various assessments will be used for grading.

WEIGHT TRAINING A & B: Skyward Code: PED203 & PED204Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: One semesterPre-requisite: PE A or BCredit type: PEThis class is for females only. Students will slowly work on increasing cardio and gaining overall body strength, especially in upper legs and arms. Students will improve their knowledge of lifts, muscles, proper spotting and lifting techniques, and the importance of lifetime fitness.

YOGA A & B: Skyward Code: PED211 & PED212Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course length: One semesterPre-requisite: PECredit type: PEThe purpose of yoga is to learn the basics of yoga (history, types, benefits, poses, etc.,) to increase body strength, flexibility and balance. See course syllabus with Ms. Habel for more information.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING TRAINING A & B: Skyward Code: PED209 & PED210

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester, repeatableCredit Type: PEStrength and performance training will focus on activities that will increase the students’ strength, power, agility, speed, and flexibility. The class will consist of workouts in the weight room using both free weights and machines. A variety of exercises will focus on speed and agility development. A heavy emphasis in the class will be on flexibility and body composition.

FAMILY HEALTH A & B: Skyward Code: HEA101 & HEA102Grade: 9Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Health/CTEFamily Health includes studies of relationships and communication, wellness and nutrition, fitness and managing stress, decision-making and refusal skills, effects on the body of use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs, sexuality, STD's including HIV/AIDS, personal/family safety, first aid including CPR and an overview of community health services. Family Health meets the freshman health requirement.

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SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SCIENCE 9 A: Skyward Code: SCI103Grade: 9Course length: one semesterCredit type: Science/ LabPrerequisite: noneThis course introduces students to concepts of matter, energy, the basic chemistry of the atom and concepts of motion and forces, focusing on Newton’s Laws of Motion. This survey course provides a foundation for more advanced science courses in high school and for success on the state achievement tests in science.

SCIENCE 9 B: Skyward Code: SCI104Grade: 9Course length: one semesterCredit type: Science/ LabPrerequisite: noneThis course introduces students to Earth science concepts and include basic astronomy with a focus on stars, the relationship between Earth and Moon, climate change and forces related to tectonic processes. This survey course provides a foundation for more advanced science courses in high school and for success on the state achievement tests in science.

HONORS SCIENCE 9 A & B: Skyward Code: SCI105 & SCI106Grade: 9Course length: two semestersPrerequisite: 8th grade teacher recommendation, state test scores, grades, and Instructor’s permissionCredit type: Science/ LabHonors freshman science is aimed at the college bound freshman or students with a strong interest in science. This course introduces students to concepts

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of matter, energy, the basic chemistry of the atom and concepts of motion and forces, focusing on Newton’s Laws of Motion and the behaviors of light. Earth science concepts taught during the second semester include basic astronomy with a focus on stars, the relationship between Earth and Moon, climate change and forces related to tectonic processes. This survey course provides a foundation for more advanced science courses in high school and beyond and for success on the state achievement tests in science.

BIOLOGY 200 A & B (Agriscience): Skyward Code: SCI101 & SCI102Grades: 9 (if taken as an elective in addition to regular 9th grade science), 10, 11Course Length: One or Two semestersCredit: Science (life)/ Lab or CTEAgriscience is an introductory course into all areas of agriculture including animal science, plant science, natural resources, and food science. This is an applied science course that includes outside work as well as textbook work. This course is a prerequisite for Animal Science and Applied Plant Science.

BIOLOGY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI203 & SCI204Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: two semestersCredit type: Science/ LabPrerequisite: noneBiology 201/202 is a required laboratory science class designed to introduce students to basic concepts of life science. Over two semesters the course introduces concepts of energy use in living things, the structure and function of the cell and its organelles, basic genetics, the structure and replication of DNA, evolution and the factors affecting populations. This course prepares students for the required state achievement tests in science, and is a foundation course for future study in science.

HONORS BIOLOGY A & B Skyward Code: SCI211 & SCI212Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: two semestersCredit type: Science/ LabPrerequisite: 9th grade teacher recommendation, state test scores, grades, and

instructor’s permissionHonors Biology 201/202 is a laboratory science class designed to introduce students with a strong interest in science to basic concepts of life science. Over two semesters, the course introduces concepts of energy use in living things, the structure and function of the cell and its organelles, basic genetics, the structure and replication of DNA, evolution and the factors

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affecting populations. This course prepares students for the required state achievement tests in science, and is a foundation course for future study in science at the college level.

APPLIED PLANT SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI207 & SCI208Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: Agriscience or BiologyCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRApplied Plant Science involves the student with the academic as well as the practical sides of plant science. Much of the time will be spent working with plants in the greenhouse where students will use and understand the practical application of the classroom learning.

ANIMAL SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI209 & SCI210Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: One or Two semesters Prerequisite: Agriscience or Biology Credit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRAnimal Science is an extensive study of animal science. The students will learn basic animal care and veterinary skills, breed identification, genetics, artificial insemination, and ranch/farm operations.

FIELD ECOLOGY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI205 & SCI206Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: Two semestersPrerequisite: Agriscience or BiologyCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis class is for students interested in Wildlife, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, and Sustainability. It is an applied science that will provide real life experiences in ecology, wildlife management, forest management, water quality testing, soil, aquaculture, conservation, and watershed health monitoring. Students will be involved with habitat stewardship projects and leadership activities.

CHEMISTRY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI301 & SCI302Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two semestersPrerequisites: Algebra, geometry, and previous or concurrent enrollment in Integrated 3 are recommended.Credit type: Science /Lab/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRChemistry 301/302 is designed to introduce the student to chemical science and related activities. The course provides practice in accumulating information through observation, wondering why regularities exist, and communicating findings and probable explanations to others. Any college-

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bound student should take this class. It is an entrance requirement for many colleges. Lab fee is $10.

AP CHEMISTRY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI303 & SCI304Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: Chemistry A& B, Algebra 2, concurrently enrolled in Pre-Calc math.Credit type: Science/ Lab/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRStudents in this yearlong class will further develop their skills in relationship to their understanding in the world of chemistry. The course is designed to be the equivalent of a general chemistry course usually taken in the first year of college. The AP chemistry class will meet the objectives of a good chemistry course. Students will attain a depth of understanding of fundamentals and a reasonable competence in dealing with chemical problems. The course will contribute to the development of the student’s ability to think clearly and to express their ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity and logic. This course will involve a considerable amount of lab time and will include the AP Chemistry test. There is a $25 lab fee. AP fee of $89.00 (fee waivers are available for certain students)

PHYSICS A & B: Skyward Code: SCI403 & SCI404Grade: 11, 12Course Length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: previous or concurrent enrollment in pre-calculus is recommended.Credit Type: Science/Lab/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis course is designed to improve students’ understanding of the nature of science through a study of physics. Initial topics will include a review of the metric system, converting from one metric measure to another and the use of scientific notation. A study of motion including speed, velocity and acceleration will be followed by the use of vectors to describe distance motion in two dimensions including projectile motion. A study of Newton’s Laws will be followed by concepts of work, potential and kinetic energy, and power. We will wrap up motion with concepts of momentum, circular motion, the Law of Universal Gravitation, and motion in space. Finally, we will cover heat and thermodynamics followed by vibration and waves.

ADVANCED BIOLOGY GENETICS A: Skyward Code: SCI401(DNA Science)Grade: 12 onlyCourse Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: Biology 201, 202, and Chemistry (or instructor permission)Credit Type: Science/ Lab/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRAdvanced Biology 401 emphasizes microbiology and biotechnology and may be taken without 402. Its focus is the analysis of DNA and genetic engineering of bacteria. There is a $45 lab fee.

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ADVANCED BIOLOGY MARINE B: Skyward Code: SCI402(Marine Biology)Grade: 12 (or instructor permission)Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: Biology 201, 202, and Chemistry (or instructor permission)Credit Type: Science Lab/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRAdvanced Biology 402 is a semester-long course that emphasizes oceanography and marine biology. A field trip to the Olympic Peninsula provides direct observation of marine organisms in their natural environment. Required projects include becoming an expert in one marine organism and researching one issue in ocean environments. There is a $45 lab fee.

BIOLOGY/SCIENCE COE A & B Skyward Code: SCI213 & SCI214Grade level: 11, 12Course length: One semesterPrerequisite: Teacher/counselor determination based on HSPE scores.The Collection of Evidence (COE) is a Washington State assessment option that can be used to meet graduation eligibility when students fail to meet standard on the High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE). The goal of this course is to meet those graduation requirements through a compilation of work samples, which will be completed with the instructional support of the teacher. Emphasis will be placed on review and remedial instruction of biology subject matter. Course will culminate in the submission of a biology COE for state scoring.

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SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

LAW AND COMMUNITY A & B: Skyward Code: SOC101 & SOC102Grade: 9Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Social StudiesIn this class, students will analyze the judicial system and the local government of our community. Students will examine and participate in the workings of the law and the court system. Methods of decision making at the local level, including various government agencies, will be investigated and evaluated with particular emphasis on those decisions facing the community.

WORLD HISTORY A & B: Skyward Code: SOC201 & SOC202Grade: 10Course Length: Two SemestersCredit Type: Social StudiesWorld History 201/202 is the study of the history of the world, and traces its development from pre-history to the modern era. We begin with the historical development of the Middle East, from ancient times to the present, and identify and analyze major issues, movements, people and events. First semester also includes a United Nations research project on a single country. Ancient Greece and Rome, Africa and Latin America are examined as historical contributions and developments are discussed. Other areas of study throughout the year include the Rise of Democratic Ideals, Industrial Revolution, World War 1, Totalitarianism, World War 2, the Cold War era, and Contemporary World Problems. Students will investigate these topics using textbooks, technology, library resources and the community.

UNITED STATES HISTORY A & B: Skyward Code: SOC301 & SOC302Grades: 11Course Length: Two SemestersCredit Type: Social StudiesU.S. History A & B is a survey course which traces the development of the United States from the Civil War era to the contemporary period. A portion of the first quarter will be devoted to review of the national period, with a focus on the Constitution and the amendments. Other areas of study will include, but not be limited to, Industrialization and Immigration, the fruition of Manifest Destiny, Imperialism, World War 1, the Great Depression/New Deal, World War 2 and the Cold War, Southeast Asian involvement, the Nixon era, Reaganomics, and other topics as time allows. Students will be given the

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opportunity for essay writing, oral presentations, research projects and HSPE-like assessments.

CIVICS/CWP A & B: Skyward Code: SOC401 & SOC402Grade: 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Social StudiesStudents will identify and analyze the core values and principles of U.S. democracy as set forth in the foundational documents including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Students will examine and investigate the organization of congress, as well as the executive and judicial branches of government. Students will also discuss the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. They will have the opportunity to get involved in community service learning projects. Students will identify, examine and discuss problems affecting America as well as other areas around the world.

THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: A SURVEY A & B: (new in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: SOC503 & SOC504

(EWU HIST 110) College in the High School Credit AvailableGrade 11/12Course Length: 2 Semesters (Part B will earn college credit) Credit type: Social Studies and 5 college credits through Eastern Washington University This class is a broad survey of unique features of the American experience. This course examines the origins and development of the American social, economic and political heritage on the domestic and international scenes. In addition, students will explore the settlement of our nation, Imperialism, Global Depression, World Wars, the Cold War- to include conflicts in Korea and Vietnam. Content will be taught at a college level and will be more rigorous and complex than its high school equivalent.

MODERN GOVERNMENT in AMERICAN CONTEXT A or B: (new in 2015-16!)

Skyward Code: SOC505 & SOC506(EWU GOVT 100) College in the High School Credit AvailableGrade 11/12Course Length: One semesterCredit type: Social Studies and 5 college credits through Eastern Washington UniversityThis class is a general introduction to the concepts, methods, and concerns involved in the study of government. This course discusses fundamental ideas such as power, ideology, and constitutionalism; the citizen role in democratic politics; the structure and processes of major governmental institutions; and selected areas of policy making. Emphasizes the comparison of the American political system with that of other major, chiefly democratic,

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systems. Content will be taught at a college level and will be more rigorous and complex than its high school equivalent.

GLOBAL ISSUES A or B:(new in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: SOC507 & SOC508

(EWU INST 200) College in the High School Credit AvailableGrade 11/12Course Length: One semesterCredit type: Social Studies and 4 college credits through Eastern Washington UniversityThis class is a survey of important large-scale issues and conditions which are active in the contemporary world. Includes global perspectives of ecological and social /economic issues, such as human rights, democratization, terrorism, weapons proliferation, global trade, globalization and inequality. Content will be taught at a college level and will be more rigorous and complex than its high school equivalent.

HUMAN GEOGRAPHY A or B: (new in 2015-16!) Skyward Code: SOC509 & SOC510

(EWU GEOG 101) College in the High School Credit AvailableGrade 11/12Course Length: One semesterCredit type: Social Studies and 5 college credits through Eastern Washington UniversityAn introduction to the study of spatial variations among human cultures and the patterns of interaction between humans and the natural environment, with special emphasis on topics including language, religion, demography, political systems, technology, agriculture, manufacturing and urbanization. Content will be taught at a college level and will be more rigorous and complex than its high school equivalent.

Centralia School District #401 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of

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a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW28.A640 Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, Matt McCauley, Assistant Superintendent, 2320 Borst Avenue, Post Office Box 610, Centralia, WA 98531-0610, (360) 330-7600.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SPECIAL EDUCATIONGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit type: subject credit or experience creditPrerequisite: Special Education Qualification ENGLISH BASICS 9/10 (Educational Support) A & B: Skyward Code: ENG605 & 606Grades: 9, 10, 11This course, for 9th through 11th graders, emphasizes the importance of developing good reading skills. Specialized instruction focuses on instruction in specific reading strategies, including but not limited to reading comprehension, decoding, vocabulary, and phonics. Some instruction on literature elements is also provided. Specific state testing assessment preparation is also included in this course.

WRITING BASICS 9/10 (Educational Support) A & B: Skyward Code: ENG603 & 604Grades: 9, 10, 11This course, for 9th through 11th graders, focuses on improving writing skills. Sentence and paragraph formation will be emphasized, as will a variety of writing forms. Instruction will be given on how to write expository and persuasive essays, as well as on workplace writing, personal writing, and descriptive writing in preparation in common assessments.

MATH EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTMATH BASICS 1 A & BGrade: 9This course is designed to review basic math concepts and prepare students for pre-algebra. The course reviews whole number operations and relations, fractions, number families, decimals and percentages, problem solving, and geometry, as well as other related topics. Students are also provided with instruction in life math applications, such as counting back change, managing a bank account, working with interest rates and other related topics. Freshmen are placed according to the recommendation of the middle school teacher.

MATH BASICS 2 A & B MATH BASICS 3 A & B MATH BASICS 4 A & B Grade: 9-12 This course is designed to introduce student to fundamental concepts of algebra, while reviewing basic math concepts. The course teaches essential pre-algebra content and provides student with an introduction to traditional Algebra I content. Course content will include general mathematics, introductory Algebra and basic geometry. Students will work with computational and reasoning based problems that involve fractions, decimals and percentages, data tables or graphs, word problems involving rate, signed numbers, exponents, algebraic solutions, solution strategies involving

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straight line equations on the coordinate system, proportion, probability and other related topics. Students are also provided with instruction in life math applications, such as counting back change, managing a bank account, working with interest rates and other related topics. Freshmen are placed according to the recommendation of the middle school teacher.

START This program is designed to offer support to students that need help in all academic areas and also in the area of life skills. The students will work to increase their reading, written language, math and social skills. They will also work on developing the skills necessary to make the transition to life after high school a successful one.

LIFE SKILLS The main goal of this program is to aid our students as they transition into adulthood and become members of society. We focus on developing the skills necessary to become happy, healthy adults. These skills include: basic academics, meal planning and preparation, social skill development and appropriate leisure time activities.

START LIFE SKILLSGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: 2 semestersGoal: to increase each students understanding of a healthy lifestyle through basic life skills. Life Skills are the skills necessary for successful living. They can be thought of as falling into six main areas: self, family, job, community, social aptitudes and leisure. In this course students will learn the benefits of healthy lifestyles, they will understand the effects poor living habits have on their bodies as well as the effects of this on the environment.Students will also learn the six suggestions for goal setting, short term and long term. They will analyze and evaluate his of her accomplishments, and understand the advantages of a purpose driven life.

TRANSITIONGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Transition is designed to help students gain a better understanding of themselves, while helping them get ready for life after high school. It will help students to be able to advocate for themselves, by understanding their needs and by giving them the confidence, knowledge and skills necessary to move from the high school to the demands of secondary training.

SENIOR ENGLISH 12 (Educational Support) A & B: Skyward Code: ENG601 & ENG602Grade: 12

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This course promotes the practical application and refining of reading, writing and research skills. Throughout the first semester, students will complete their Senior English Research projects. The second semester will include advanced novel studies, analysis and interpretation.

STUDY SKILLS (Educational Support) A & B: Skyward Code: ELE607 & ELE608Grades: 9,10,11,12Study Skills is a class developed to educate students in skill and strategies which will enable them to become better prepared for academic and life experiences. A short (15-20 minute) study skills lesson will be presented each day prior to a 30-35 minute assisted study period. Included in this time will be high school proficiency exam (HSPE) practice questions.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course Descriptions

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES

BIOLOGY 200 A & B (Agriscience): Skyward Code: SCI101 & SCI102Grades: 9 (if taken as an elective in addition to regular 9th grade science), 10, 11

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Course Length: One or Two SemestersCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRStudents apply scientific principles in the field of agriculture and natural sciences. Topics include: introduction to science, cells, animal science, plant science, soil/media chemistry, genetics, natural resources, entomology, and integrated pest management. This is an applied science course that includes indoor and outdoor lab experiences, a personalized project, as well as textbook work. This course is a prerequisite for Animal Science, Applied Plant Science, Natural Resources, and Advanced Agriculture.

ANIMAL SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI209 & SCI210Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: One or Two Semesters Prerequisite: Agriscience or BiologyCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis class studies animals from a scientific, as well as a management focus. Units include animal behavior, nutrition, health, anatomy, and physiology, reproduction, genetics, diseases, and management. Units on animal science industries, careers, leadership activities, and personalized projects will be included.

APPLIED PLANT SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI207 & SCI208Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersPrerequisite: Agriscience or BiologyCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis class presents the scientific and technical concepts related to the production of plants. Skills and practices will be taught in the classroom, lab, and greenhouse settings. Students will be responsible for the production and management of the greenhouse. Vocational leadership activities and personalized projects will be included.

FIELD ECOLOGY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI205 & SCI206Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: Two SemestersPrerequisite: Agriscience or BiologyCredit: Science (life) or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis class is for students interested in wildlife, ecology, environmental science, natural resources, and sustainability. It is an applied science that will provide real-life experiences in ecology, wildlife management, forest management, water quality testing, soil, aquaculture, conservation, and watershed health monitoring. Students will be involved with habitat stewardship projects and leadership activities.

BUSINESS and TECHNOLOGY

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ACCOUNTING 1A & 1B One Semester Skyward Code: CTE309 & CTE310ACCOUNTING 2 One Semester (Must have taken Accounting 1)Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: See abovePrerequisite: NoneCredit: CTE or Elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRAccounting is the language of business. Students develop an overall picture of the total business systems process. Knowledge of accounting is important for young people seeking to enter computer-related jobs or various other office positions. Students study the vocabulary of accounting, the relationship between accounting and business, and the accounting cycle. Students also study procedures for adjustments, payroll, sales tax, and computer processing data. Special and combination journals are used. Units covered include the accounting cycle, automated data processing, payroll, systems, and various types of business ownership. Centralia College credit may be awarded for successful course completion.

BUSINESS LAW A & B: Skyward Code: CTE311 & CTE312Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: Two Semesters (Must have taken semester 1 before semester 2)Prerequisite: NoneCredit: CTE or Elective/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRStudents learn about the United States’ legal system. Course is designed to bring an awareness of individual legal responsibilities and rights. Areas covered include contract law, consumer protection, insurance, credit, employment regulations, small business operations, and our court system. Emphasis is placed on the laws that affect the individual in everyday business transactions as a consumer and an employee.

(ORAL COMMUNICATION)ENGLISH 12.1A & 12.1B: Skyward Code: ENG403 & ENG404Grade: 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 English/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThis course introduces concepts and practices that increase effectiveness in interpersonal communication. Areas of focus include identification of communication styles, techniques of sending and receiving messages, roles in communication, and nonverbal factors. The first part involves the study and creation of resumes, effective interviewing, and researching and writing an eight-page research paper involving a minimum of six sources and site-based research. Students will present this orally as part of their senior project required for graduation. The skills of information gathering, outlining, organization, documentation and citation, time management, and the polishing of the more sophisticated writing skills are also covered. Students practice communication skills and discuss theories.

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DIGITAL DESIGN A & B: Skyward Code: CTE303 & CTE304Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: NoneThis course teaches students to design and prepare documents using desktop publishing technology. Students learn and apply principles governing page design, style sheets, document layout, effective graphics, managing the design process, and usability testing. Students will create a portfolio of design projects, including one major project. Software used includes: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator CS6.

WEB DESIGN 1A & 1B: Skyward Code: CTE305 & CTE306WEB DESIGN 2A & 2B: Skyward Code: CTE313 & CTE314Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course length: One or Two SemestersCredit: 1st Semester: .5 CTE

2nd Semester: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRStudents develop skills needed to create effective, useful web pages using beginning and advanced HTML. Students design and create original graphics, animated graphics and movie files using Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, HTML page structure and formatting commands, tables, Java Script, forms, and multimedia elements. Students in Web Design 2A & 2B will practice skills necessary to take and pass an associate level webmaster certification test.

FINANCIAL FITNESS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE315 & CTE316 Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two Semesters (Must take semester 1 before semester 2)Credit type: Mathematics or CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Taken three semesters of either Integrated 1 or 2; junior standing.Financial Fitness is designed to help students develop financial management skills by utilizing sound decision-making procedures, evaluating marketplace alternatives, creating a personal budget, becoming knowledgeable of the rights and responsibilities of the consumer and recognizing the impact of career choices. Learning experiences provide real-life application such as buying a car, budgeting money, using credit wisely, selecting the first apartment, and avoiding "rip-offs" when making purchases. This class meets the third-year math graduation requirement.

MICROSOFT OFFICE 1A & B and 2A & 2B: Skyward Code: CTE307 & CTE308Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester EachCredit: CTE or ElectivePrerequisite: None

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Students gain valuable skills in the individual programs of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. This class provides an excellent background in computers as well as in the four major areas of business computer applications. Students develop the skills necessary to pursue official Microsoft Office Specialist certification up to and including the Expert Level. Students will gain the edge needed to achieve personal and career goals. Centralia College credit may be awarded for successful completion. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is offered free.

YEARBOOK A & B: Skyward Code: CTE109 & CTE110Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersPrerequisite: Instructor permissionCredit: 1st Semester - .5 CTE

2nd Semester - .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRThe Centralia High School Yearbook, Skookum-Wa Wa, is created in this class. Students go through the steps in publication, from design ideas to final copy. Students photograph and write about the relationships and interaction between students, teachers, administrators, and support personnel, as well as about how the seniors will remember their final year at Centralia High School. Students learn the basics of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop CS6, as well as the principles of quality publication design.

NEWSPAPER A & B: Skyward Code: ENG501 & ENG502Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One or Two SemestersCredit: Grades 9-10: .5 CTE Each SemesterGrades 11-12: .5 CTE or .5 English Each Semester/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRSeniors taking Newspaper as their Senior English must notify instructor and counselor when registering and on the first day of class!This is an advanced course in writing and the production of The Columns newspaper. The publication dates back to the 1920s and plays a fundamental, historic role in Centralia High School student culture. The course is designed for students who think of high school journalism as an opportunity for real-world experiences in photography, design, layout work, ad sales, editing, and business. This environment welcomes visionary thinkers, writers, and risk takers. Newspaper is a combination of hard work, integrity, and commitment. The course requires a strong commitment: after-school deadline crunches, some out-of-school time for news coverage, business production, and publication celebration. Students will learn the basics of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop CS6, as well as the principles of quality publication design.

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FAMILY and CONSUMER SCIENCE EDUCATION

FAMILY HEALTH A & B: Skyward Code: HEA101 & HEA102Grade: 9Course Length: One SemesterCredit Type: Health/CTEFamily Health includes studies of relationships and communication, wellness and nutrition, fitness and managing stress, decision-making and refusal skills, effects on the body of use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs, sexuality, STDs including HIV/AIDS, personal/family safety, first aid, CPR, AED, and an overview of community health services. Family Health meets the freshman health requirement.

FOOD & FITNESS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE411 & CTE412(Nutrition and Wellness)Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Length: Semester 1Credit: CTE or Elective This course focuses on the role of food and nutrition in human health and wellness. Areas of study include demonstration of nutrition and wellness practices that enhance individual and family well-being across the life span. Concepts related to factors which influence nutrition and wellness, nutritional needs, acquiring, handling and using foods, food safety and the impact of science and technology on food and fitness are all included. First semester focuses on nutrition; second semester focuses on wellness. These are elective credits.

INDEPENDENT LIVING A & B: Skyward Code: CTE407 & CTE408Grades: 11, 12Course length: One Semester Credit: CTE or ElectiveStudents learn how to meet their immediate needs and responsibilities for survival, including: renting, equipping, and furnishing an apartment; planning, shopping for, preparing, and serving nutritionally balanced meals; money management (consumer awareness, budgeting, credit,

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checking/savings accounts, and insurance), and handling job-related responsibilities (promptness, care of clothing, relationships, and communication).

CHILD DEVELOPMENT A & B: Skyward Code: CTE401 & TE402Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: CTE or ElectiveThis course explores the many aspects of children from birth to age 5 and is for anyone who enjoys working with children or who wants to learn more about them. Topics of study include: family types, child birth, stages of development from birth to age 5, discipline, brain development, nutrition for children, children’s health and safety, appropriate learning activities for children, and careers with children. Students who take this course have the opportunity to take home the “real care baby” for one weekend. Students taking this class can advance to daycare and preschool aide in the future.

DAYCARE AIDE A & B: Skyward Code: CTE403 & CTE404(Child Development)Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: One SemesterCredit: CTE or ElectiveDaycare aides work in the CHS Cubs Daycare with infants and children up to age 5 on a daily basis. Students will demonstrate various child development skills learned and complete duties assigned by the teacher. Daycare aides must be able to work independently, demonstrate professional behavior, and enjoy working with children. Students who take this class must have a tuberculosis test. All assignments are completed in class, except the tuberculosis test, which must be completed by a medical professional.

PRESCHOOL AIDE A & B: Skyward Code: CTE405 & CTE406(Child Development)Grades: 10, 11, 12Course length: One SemesterCredit: CTE or ElectivePreschool aides work in the Tiger Cubs preschool four days a week with children ages 3-5. One day a week is spent working on class assignments and completing duties assigned by the teacher. Students who take this class must be able to work independently, demonstrate professional behavior, and enjoy working with children.

TEEN PARENTING A & B: Skyward Code: CTE409 & CTE410Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One YearCredit: CTE or Elective

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Prerequisite: Student must be pregnant, be a parent, or have teacher permission to take this class. Students who take this class are encouraged to have their child enrolled in the CHS daycare, however it is not required.This class is designed to help and support pregnant teens and/or young parents to remain in school and earn a high school diploma. Students will learn practical parenting and child development skills, gain orientation to work, and set goals toward successfully balancing work and family. Topics include: discipline, child health and safety, appropriate toys for different age groups, growth and development of children, issues of being a teen parent, goal setting, budgeting, pre-post natal care, and careers.

HEALTH SCIENCES

SPORTS MEDICINE 1A (Lower Body) Skyward Code: CTE 413Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit: CTESports Medicine 1A is designed for students interested in exploring health-related fields. Students learn basic anatomy and medical terminology regarding the lower extremity. They also learn prevention treatment, taping, wrapping, and rehabilitating sports injuries, as they relate to the ankle, knee, shin, thigh, and hip/pelvis. Students become certified in first aid and CPR and create emergency action plans. Additional credit may be obtained when taken in conjunction with the Sports Medicine Practicum. Clinical experience is required which may be completed through athletic training room or allied healthcare observation, live game experience, or working directly with a team as an athletic training student.

SPORTS MEDICINE 1B (Upper Body) Skyward Code: CTE414Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterPrerequisite: NoneCredit: CTEThis class is a continuation of Sports Medicine 1A, but 1A is not required. Students learn basic anatomy and medical terminology of the upper extremity. Students learn prevention treatment, taping and wrapping of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. A brief introduction into healthcare careers, sports nutrition, eating disorders, emergency action plans, and stretching

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techniques will also be covered. Additional credit may be obtained when taken in conjunction with the Sports Medicine Practicum. Clinical experience is required which may be completed through athletic training room or allied healthcare observation, live game experience, or working directly with a team as an athletic training student.

ADVANCED SPORTS MEDICINE A & B Skyward Code: CTE415 & CTE416 Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Sports Medicine 1A and 1BCredit: CTEAdvanced Sports Medicine A & B are designed for students interested in an advanced level of study. This course expands on the areas covered in Sports Medicine 1A and 1B (students must have taken both semesters of Sports Medicine 1A and 1B). This course covers sports nutrition and psychology, therapeutic modalities, drug use and abuse, and strength and conditioning. Students in this course will also become certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Students will be required to complete a job shadow and required clinical experience hours.

SPORTS MEDICINE PRACTICUM A & B Skyward Code: CTE419 & CTE420Grades: 9-12Course Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in any of the following: Sports Medicine 1A or 1B, Advanced Sports Medicine A or B, OR previous enrollment with instructor’s permission.Credit: CTEThis course is designed to provide specialized practical experience in the medical profession. The practicum utilizes a flexible schedule to help students learn an awareness of future career opportunities, apply advanced level first aid competencies and orthopedic skills. They will also be required to learn and apply concepts of leadership, teamwork, confidentiality, work habits, ethics, attitudes, and responsibility.Sports Medicine practicum students will be expected to work outside of the school day. There will also be an opportunity for students to take professional certification classes and exams.

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MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY

WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE101 & CTE102Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRWood Arts A & B are for the student who has little or no woodworking experience. The stationary and portable machines that are used for woodworking will be discussed. Students learn through hands-on projects. The class also covers design, print reading, board feet calculation and measuring. After the first project, students may construct a project of their own choice. Wood Arts A is a prerequisite for Wood Arts B and Construction. Fees: $15 per semester, plus the cost of wood for additional projects.

ADVANCED WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE 103 & CTE104Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One SemesterCredit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Wood Arts or Instructor PermissionAdvanced Wood Arts A&B are advanced woodworking courses. Students have the option of working on the lathe, carving, working with the CNC router, making a project of their own choosing (i.e., snowboards or skateboards), or making other wood projects. Fees: $15, plus the cost of wood for additional projects. May be repeated for credit.

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CONSTRUCTION A & B Skyward Code: CTE207 & CTE208Course Length: One SemesterGrades: 10, 11, 12Credit: Grade 10: .5 CTE Each SemesterGrades 11-12: .5 CTE or .5 Math Each Semester/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: One semester of Wood Arts with a C or better or instructor permissionThe Construction class is designed to provide students with knowledge, skills, leadership, and work ethics for entry-level employment or further education in the construction field. This class is a two-hour block consisting of 2nd and 3rd periods. Students are taken off campus to construct a building and are exposed to all aspects of the building process, from permits and codes to finish work.

METALS 1A Skyward Code: CTE 203Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: First Semester Credit: CTE or ElectiveMetals 1A allows students to gain an understanding of working with the properties of metals, metal fabrications, and design, as well as the careers involved. Metals 1A emphasizes shop safety, basic shop behavior, oxygen gas welding, oxygen acetylene cutting, and thread cutting. Centralia College credit (Metals 101) may be awarded for successful completion of this course. Fees: $20 per semester.

METALS 1B Skyward Code: CTE204Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: Second Semester Credit: CTE or ElectivePrerequisite: Metals 1AMetals 1B builds on skills learned in Metals 1A with advanced multi-position oxygen gas and oxygen acetylene cutting, beginning shielded metal arc welding, basic sketching, and blueprint reading. Centralia College credit (Metals 102) may be awarded for successful completion of this course. Fees: $20 per semester.

METALS 2A Skyward Code: CTE205Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester Credit: CTE or ElectivePrerequisite: Metals 1BMetals 2A will allow students to learn about advanced metals operations, metal fabrication, and design. Metals 1B emphasizes learning advanced all-position shielded metal arc (SMAW), beginning, gas metal arc (MIG), and gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding, welding symbol reading, and plasma-arch cutting.

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Centralia College credit (Metals 201) may be awarded for successful completion of this course. Fees: $20 per semester.

METALS 2B Skyward Code: CTE206Grades: 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester Credit: CTE or ElectivePrerequisite: Metals 2AMetals 2B will allow students to learn advanced metal fabrication and design. Metals 2A emphasizes fabrication and learning advanced shielded metal arc (SMAW), advanced all-position gas metal arc (GMAW), gas metal arc (MIG), and gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding. Centralia College credit (Metals 202) may be awarded for successful completion of this course. Fees: $20 per semester.

PHOTOGRAPHY (all photo is digital Photo)

PHOTOGRAPHY A & B: Skyward Code: CTE105 & CTE106 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester Credit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRBeginning photography is for students who have no previous camera experience. Areas covered will include camera techniques, handling and care, history of photography, and digital workflow. Fees: $10 per semester.

ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY A & B: Skyward Code: CTE107 & CTE108Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course Length: One Semester Credit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Instructor permission, digital camera, and passing grade in Photography A or B.Students photograph with digital cameras. Images will be imported to the computer via the camera or a scanner. Using Adobe Photoshop CS6, students

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learn how to manipulate image size, resolution, and the image itself. Students explore how to prepare images for the web, as well as for print. Fees: $10 per semester.

VIDEO PRODUCTIONS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE111 & CTE112Grades: 11, 12Course Length: One Semester Credit: .5 CTE or .5 Fine Arts/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Instructor permission, and a passing grade in Photography A or B.Students in video productions will participate in a sequential course focusing on a basic understanding of and the practice of recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio and video for multimedia, film, video, broadcast, and live performances. Students will integrate and perform a variety of technical and artistic techniques in order to gain an understanding of both the theory and practice of audio and video production. Fees: $10 per semester.

STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

STEM APPLIED MATH 12 A & B Skyward Code: MAT403 & MAT404Grades: 11, 12Course length: Two SemestersCredit type: Mathematics, CTE/ Personalized Pathway Choice/ PPRPrerequisite: Pass Math EOCThe structure of this class is intended to accommodate students who have difficulty with the traditional math classroom. The emphasis of this course is to understand and apply functional mathematics to solve problems in real-world settings. Students will study the topics of estimation, measurement skills, geometry, simply statistics, and algebraic formulas to solve problems. Course material is designed to prepare students continuing on to career and technical training and/or develop and refine job-related mathematic skills. Eligible as third-year math credit. Calculator Fee: $1.50 per semester

STEM ROBOTICS 101 A & B Skyward Code: CTE209 & CTE 210

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Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Course length: One YearCredit Type: CTE or ElectiveThis course uses a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts in robotics, focusing on mobile robots and demonstrations of current state-of-the-art research and applications. This introductory course uses the LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Education Base Set and NXT-G software. Basic concepts will be discussed, including coordinate transformations, sensors, path planning, kinematics, feedback, and feed-forward control, stressing the importance of integrating sensors, effectors, and control. Students will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex LEGO-based mobile robots, culminating in an end-of-semester robot contest.

STEM ROBOTICS 201(Advanced) A & B Skyward Code: CTE211 & CTE 212Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course length: One Year Credit Type: CTE or Elective Robotics 201 is an advanced course that teaches students RobotC programming language while working with the TETRIX Robot Kit from Pitsco Education. Students will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex LEGO-based mobile robots, culminating in an end-of-semester robot contest. Students will have the opportunity to compete in the FTC (First Tech Challenge) Robotic competition in local, regional, state, and national championships.

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Some CTE classes qualify for credit in other departments:

Please consult your high school counselor for specific application of these credits toward graduation.

English / CTE Course Descriptions

NEWSPAPER A & B: Skyward Code: ENG501 & ENG 502

(ORAL COMMUNICATION)ENGLISH 12.1A & 12.1B: Skyward Code: ENG403 & ENG404

Fine Arts / CTE Course Descriptions

ANNUAL/YEARBOOK A & B: Skyward Code: CTE109 & CTE110

DIGITAL DESIGN A & B: Skyward Code: CTE303 & CTE304

WEB DESIGN 1A & 1B: Skyward Code: CTE305 & CTE306WEB DESIGN 2A & 2B: Skyward Code: CTE313 & CTE314

BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY A & B: Skyward Code: CTE105 & CTE106

ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY A & B: Skyward Code: CTE 107 & CTE108

VIDEO PRODUCTIONS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE111 & CTE112

WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE101 & CTE102

ADVANCED WOOD ARTS A & B Skyward Code: CTE 103 & CTE104

Math / CTE Course Descriptions

CONSTRUCTION A & B: Skyward Code: CTE207 & CTE208See CTE Course List

FINANCIAL FITNESS A & B: Skyward Code: CTE315 & CTE316 See CTE Course List

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STEM APPLIED MATH 12 A & B: Skyward Code: MAT403 & MAT404See CTE Course List

Science / CTE Course Descriptions

BIOLOGY 200 A & B (Agriscience): Skyward Code: SCI101 & SCI102

APPLIED PLANT SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI207 & SCI208

ANIMAL SCIENCE A & B: Skyward Code: SCI209 & SCI210

FIELD ECOLOGY A & B: Skyward Code: SCI205 & SCI206Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course Descriptions

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Supplement Pages:

Graduating Class of 2019

Table of WA State Graduation requirements: State Board of Education, 2014

Use this table as a quick reference for credit comparisons in the class of 2019. Note the definition of Personalized Pathway Requirement {PPR} in the table above.

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Class of 2019 Definition of Personalized Pathway Requirement: State Board of Education, 2014

Centralia High School’s High School and Beyond Plan is revised and amended annually at student led conferences and in Advisory

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meetings. Parent involvement in the HSBP and personalized pathway requirements are facilitated in advisory.

Class of 2019 Flex Credits Explanation: State Board of Education, 2014

Students in the class of 2019 and beyond have four [4] elective credits and a total of seven [7] flexible credits in their high school career.

The third credit of math and science are approved though the CHS high school and beyond plan with parent/guardian, staff, counselor or principal/designee approval.

See this course description for math, science, world language and CTE courses that are PPR choices.

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Class of 2019 Math Requirement Changes: State Board of Education, 2014

Centralia High School does not offer integrated mathematics; please refer to the above info-graphic to the Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 sequence.

The third credit of math and science are approved though the CHS high school and beyond plan with parent/guardian, staff, counselor or principal/designee approval.

See this course description for math, science, world language and CTE courses that are PPR choices.

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Class of 2019 Science Requirement Changes; State Board of Education, 2014

Centralia High School lab science credits are designated in this course description booklet.

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Documents

2015-16 Course Descriptions - Centralia High Web viewCENTRALIA HIGH SCHOOL. Centralia, Washington. 2015-16 Course Descriptions (With Graduation Requirements for Classes 2016-2019)